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Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ellis County Commissioners Court Official Minutes
The court meeting covered a wide range of administrative and financial topics, including approval of treasurer and auditor monthly reports, acceptance of grant awards for veterans' assistance, and various contract approvals for tax assessment, collection, and lawn maintenance services. Several plat applications and variance requests for county developments were considered and approved. Line-item transfers for various departments were authorized, and the court discussed the installation of new stop signs, updates to the county fire code and emergency operations plan, and the establishment of salaries for elected officials. Additionally, the court addressed the proposed tax rate for the upcoming year and authorized the issuance of a tax and revenue anticipation note.
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The Commissioners Court reviewed and accepted various monthly reports from county officials, including the treasurer, auditors, and justices of the peace. The court approved several financial consent items involving line-item transfers for elections, engineering, and precinct budgets. Key actions included authorizing a memorandum of understanding for jail services, approving a preliminary plat, and enacting a burn ban for the county. Additionally, the court amended a drainage master plan, approved salaries for elected officials, and conducted an executive session to discuss pending litigation and tax abatement agreements. Road improvement agreements and variance requests regarding public road frontage requirements were also considered and acted upon.
Mar 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ellis County Bail Bond Board Meeting Minutes
The board received a report from the County & District Attorney's Office regarding companies reported for nonpayment of judgments. Additionally, the board approved a license renewal application for Bankers Insurance Company and Act Swift Bail Bonds, as well as multiple employee applications for Act Swift Bail Bonds.
Mar 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ellis County Commissioners Court Official Minutes
The Commissioners Court addressed various administrative, financial, and development matters. Key discussions included the surplus disposal of county property, approval of performance bonds, and ratifications of final plats for multiple subdivisions. Financial actions involved line-item transfers, the acceptance of county auditor reports, and a resolution supporting a body-worn camera grant. A public hearing was held regarding amendments to the Master Thoroughfare Plan. Additionally, the court approved agreements for software, building maintenance, and road resurfacing projects, and held an executive session to discuss pending litigation, real estate negotiations, and personnel matters, concluding with the appointment of a new Maintenance Facility Director.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
