Wheeler County Commissioners Court Regular Session
The Commissioners Court meeting addressed various financial and administrative matters. Key actions included the approval of budget amendments and transfers for several county offices, as well as specific budget line item adjustments. The court granted a road crossing application, approved a Memorandum of Agreement with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for an SB 8 grant, and confirmed the appointment of a new Chief Deputy for the Sheriff's Department. Furthermore, the court approved building invoices, an interlocal cooperation contract, and participation in the Federal Surplus Property Program. The meeting concluded with the adoption of the 2027 salary schedule, the finalization of the budget for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, the setting of the 2026 tax rate, and the designation of Hunger Action Month.
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Wheeler County Commissioners Court Regular Session
The court approved fee and investment reports, compensatory time balances, and various budget amendments and line item transfers for multiple departments, including the Sheriff's Office, Jail, and IT Tech. The court acknowledged the District Clerk's selection as District Clerk of the Year. Actions were taken to install stop signs on County Road O, remove an individual from the Precinct 2 payroll, and approve a contract for eBond services. The court also accepted certifications for Open Meetings and Public Information Act training, accepted a monetary donation, and authorized the Tax Collector to proceed with the sale of foreclosed and county-held real properties.
May 11, 2026·Board meeting
Wheeler County Commissioners Court Regular Session
The Commissioners Court discussed various administrative and financial matters. Key topics included a presentation on the new budget request process for the upcoming year, acceptance of monthly fee reports, and the approval of compensatory time balances. Budget line item transfers were authorized for the County Judge and County Attorney. Infrastructure projects were addressed with the approval of stop sign installations on specified county roads. Significant personnel changes were approved, including payroll additions and status changes for jailers, dispatchers, and sheriff deputies, along with the acceptance of a resignation. Additionally, the court approved a public official bond, the 2025 independent financial audit, and an interlocal cooperation contract with the University of Texas at Austin for regional security services. An executive session was held to discuss the purchase of property and a county attorney position, and the meeting concluded with the approval of outstanding bill payments.
Apr 13, 2026·Board meeting
Wheeler County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
The court held a public hearing for the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program and subsequently approved the program's establishment, including professional services agreements. Other key actions included the approval of monthly fee collection and disbursement reports, compensatory time balances, and multiple road bore permits with the City of Shamrock and a private party. The court also accepted the resignation of the County Judge and appointed a successor to serve the unexpired term. Additionally, the court approved interlocal agreements for law enforcement services with the cities of Wheeler and Shamrock, authorized the temporary placement of traffic cameras, and conducted an executive session regarding real estate matters.
