Board of Ellis County Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board discussed several items, including a 2027 budget request from various county departments, such as Public Works, Treasurer, Communications, Building and Grounds, Noxious Weeds, Administrator, and Fire. Key decisions involved budget adjustments, hiring freezes, and funding approvals for projects like a battery backup purchase, library bonding, and septic system grants. The commission also reviewed and corrected resolutions regarding elected official salaries and addressed potential tax incentive districts.
Jul 16, 2026·
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Board Of Ellis County Commissioners Special Session Meeting
The board conducted a budget work session for the 2027 fiscal year. Discussions covered proposed budgets for various county departments, including Public Works, Treasurer, Communications, Building and Grounds, Noxious Weeds, Administration, and Fire. Key topics included equipment procurement strategies, software subscription costs, insurance premiums, and funding allocations for outside agencies. The board also deliberated on personnel compensation measures, including adjustments to step advancements and cost-of-living increases, as well as policies regarding hiring freezes to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Jul 7, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Ellis County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The commission agenda includes discussions on the renaming of the Fairgrounds Deutschefest Hall, the potential transfer of county-owned property in Schoenchen, and citizen input regarding the Ellis EMS/Fire Station project. Additional topics cover the upgrade to the jail video and access control system, an updated RPM lease agreement for the fairgrounds racetrack, approval of bonding insurance for the Library Board, funding recommendations for outside agencies, a conditional use permit for outdoor storage, and the authorized destruction of election ballots.
Jul 7, 2026·Board meeting
Ellis County Commission Regular Meeting
The commission discussed concerns from a resident regarding the decommissioning, environmental impact, and water containment plans for the Tall Grass solar project. Commissioners clarified the jurisdictional authority between local, state, and federal levels and confirmed that bond requirements are in place. The meeting also included introductions of new and promoted county employees across various departments. Additionally, a resident proposed naming a fairgrounds building in honor of a former community leader to recognize his contributions to fairground improvements.
