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COUNTY • Austin County, TX

Austin County

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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 71.7/100▲ 0.0 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #199 among Texas Counties • Tier Rank: #59 (TIER 3 MID)
Fiscal Restraint
69.4/100
Regulatory Restraint
66.5/100
Debt Burden
82.6/100
Population / Scale
30,340
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.509311
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$42.4M
+2.7% YoY • +23.9% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$21.75M
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Elected & Governing Officials (20)

BB
Bernice Burger
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
jp4@austincounty.com
BR
Brandy Robinson
County Attorney
brandy.robinson@austincounty.com
BR
Brandy Robinson
District Attorney
brandy.robinson@austincounty.com
BH
Bryan Haevischer
County Treasurer
bryanh@austincounty.com
CR
Chip Reed
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
chipr@austincounty.com
CE
Clyde E. Drake
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
DS
Dave Schulz
Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
daves@austincounty.com
DD
Diane Day
County Clerk
dianed@austincounty.com
GM
Greg Mikel
Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
gregm@austincounty.com
JB
Jack Brandes
County Sheriff
jackb@austincounty.com
JC
James Clark
Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
KR
Kim Rinn
County Tax Assessor-Collector
krinn@austincounty.com
LJ
Lance Johnson
Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
lancej@austincountyso.org
LC
Leroy Cerny
Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
pct3@austincounty.com
R"
Richard "Rick" Yancey
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
jp1@austincounty.com
R"
Robert "Bobby" Rinn
Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
brinn@austincounty.com
RG
Ronnie Griffin
Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
rgriffin@austincounty.com
SM
Sue Murphy
District Clerk
smurphy@austincounty.com
TL
Tim Lapham
County Judge
tlapham@austincounty.com
WP
Wesley Peschel
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
jp2@austincounty.com

Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+2.7% YoYFreedom Score: 71.7 (B)• Adopted Sep 14, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Austin County
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FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($42,411,818) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.509311 per $100 valuation: $0.320487 M&O + $0.188824 I&S) for Austin County. Source: Austin County 2026 Certified Tax Roll & Truth-in-Taxation Calculation.

Total Appropriation
$42.4M
General Fund
$26.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.2M
Capital Projects
$1.8M
Per Capita
$1,398
Public Safety: $14.6M (34%)
0
Public Works: $11.1M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $6.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.509311 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+8.9% YoYFreedom Score: 71.1 (B)• Adopted Sep 14, 2026FY 2026 Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Austin County
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Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($41,300,826) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.503770 per $100 valuation) for Austin County.

Total Appropriation
$41.3M
General Fund
$26.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.2M
Capital Projects
$1.8M
Per Capita
$1,361
Public Safety: $14.1M (34%)
0
Public Works: $10.8M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $1.0M
Administration: $6.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.50377 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+3.1% YoYFreedom Score: 71.4 (B)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Austin County
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Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($37,921,608) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.517000 per $100 valuation) for Austin County.

Total Appropriation
$37.9M
General Fund
$23.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.2M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,250
Public Safety: $12.7M (34%)
0
Public Works: $10.1M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $5.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5170 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.3% YoYFreedom Score: 71.4 (B)• Adopted Sep 8, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Austin County
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for Austin County (Austin County) totaling $36,792,091. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5200 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$36.8M
General Fund
$22.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.1M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,213
Public Safety: $12.4M (34%)
0
Public Works: $9.8M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $5.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5200 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.1% YoYFreedom Score: 71.5 (B)• Adopted Sep 8, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Austin County
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for Austin County (Austin County) totaling $35,627,085. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5620 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$35.6M
General Fund
$22.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.0M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,174
Public Safety: $12.0M (34%)
0
Public Works: $9.5M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $5.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.561962 / $100

Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)

Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$42.41M(+2.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $26.8MPer Capita: $1,398Tax Rate: $0.509311Freedom: 71.7 (B)
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FY 2026$41.30M(+8.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $26.1MPer Capita: $1,361Tax Rate: $0.50377Freedom: 71.1 (B)
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FY 2025$37.92M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.6MPer Capita: $1,250Tax Rate: $0.5170Freedom: 71.4 (B)
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FY 2024$36.79M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.9MPer Capita: $1,213Tax Rate: $0.5200Freedom: 71.4 (B)
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FY 2023$35.63M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.2MPer Capita: $1,174Tax Rate: $0.561962Freedom: 71.5 (B)
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FY 2022$34.22M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.3MPer Capita: $1,128Tax Rate: $0.56743Freedom: 71.7 (B)
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FY 2021$32.96M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.5MPer Capita: $1,086Tax Rate: $0.570267Freedom: 71.9 (B)
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FY 2020$31.88M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.8MPer Capita: $1,051Tax Rate: $0.57654Freedom: 72 (B)
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FY 2019$30.73M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.1MPer Capita: $1,013Tax Rate: $0.585188Freedom: 72.1 (B)
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FY 2018$29.86M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.6MPer Capita: $984Tax Rate: $0.592795Freedom: 72.2 (B)
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FY 2017$28.74M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.9MPer Capita: $947Tax Rate: $0.596352Freedom: 72.4 (B)
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FY 2016$27.96M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.4MPer Capita: $922Tax Rate: $0.595159Freedom: 72.4 (B)
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FY 2015$27.21M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.9MPer Capita: $897Tax Rate: $0.600515Freedom: 72.5 (B)
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FY 2014$26.40M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.4MPer Capita: $870Tax Rate: $0.60592Freedom: 72.5 (B)
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FY 2013$25.73M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.0MPer Capita: $848Tax Rate: $0.608344Freedom: 72.6 (B)
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FY 2012$24.71M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.4MPer Capita: $814Tax Rate: $0.611994Freedom: 72.8 (B)
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FY 2011$23.80M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.8MPer Capita: $784Tax Rate: $0.61383Freedom: 72.9 (B)
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FY 2010$22.85M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.2MPer Capita: $753Tax Rate: $0.611375Freedom: 73.2 (B)
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FY 2009$22.23M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.8MPer Capita: $733Tax Rate: $0.610764Freedom: 73.2 (B)
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FY 2008$21.61M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.4MPer Capita: $712Tax Rate: $0.611375Freedom: 73.3 (B)
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FY 2007$21.06M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.1MPer Capita: $694Tax Rate: $0.615655Freedom: 73.3 (B)
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FY 2006$20.39M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.7MPer Capita: $672Tax Rate: $0.611961Freedom: 73.4 (B)
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FY 2005$19.67M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.2MPer Capita: $648Tax Rate: $0.613185Freedom: 73.6 (B)
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FY 2004$19.08M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $629Tax Rate: $0.613798Freedom: 73.7 (B)
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FY 2003$18.39M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.4MPer Capita: $606Tax Rate: $0.619322Freedom: 73.8 (B)
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FY 2002$17.66M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.0MPer Capita: $582Tax Rate: $0.618083Freedom: 74.1 (B)
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FY 2001$17.02M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.6MPer Capita: $561Tax Rate: $0.619937Freedom: 74.2 (B)
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FY 2000$16.48M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.2MPer Capita: $543Tax Rate: $0.616837Freedom: 74.4 (B)
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Active Commissioners Court Orders & Regulations

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Order 2026-2026-1515 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
2026-2027 Tax Rate
Enacted by Austin County in Austin County Commissioners Court - September 14, 2026 on 2026-09-14 (Roll-Call Vote: 5-0). 2026-2027 Tax Rate...
Order 2026-2026-1574 • County Regulatory OrderOverreach: 38/100
Discussion regarding FY 2026-2027 Compensation Order
Discussion regarding FY 2026-2027 Compensation Order...
Order 2026-09-14-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-09-14. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-2026-1512 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate Discussion
FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate Discussion...
Order 2026-08-10-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-08-10. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-2026-1409 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 5.5-acre tract from a 62.64-acre tract on Eben Rd, Pct 2
Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 5.5-acre tract from a 62.64-acre tract on Eben Rd, Pct 2...
Order 2026-08-10-2026-1395 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032...
Order 2026-2026-1411 • County Regulatory OrderOverreach: 38/100
Approve Order of November 3, 2026 General Election
Approve Order of November 3, 2026 General Election...
Order 2026-07-13-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-07-13. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-07-13-2026-1230 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032...
Order 2026-2026-1241 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Consideration and action to authorize a one-time variance from Subdivision Regulations to divide (2) 3.8-acre tracts from a 7.7-acre parent tract with 30 ft ROW dedication on Schoenau Rd, Pct. 2.
Consideration and action to authorize a one-time variance from Subdivision Regulations to divide (2) 3.8-acre tracts from a 7.7-acre parent tract with 30 ft ROW...
Order 2026-06-22-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-06-22. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-06-22-2026-1179 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032...
Order 2026-06-08-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-06-08. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-06-08-2026-1117 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:...
Order 2026-2026-1132 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 6-acre tract from a 21.91-acre tract on FM 1094, Pct. 1.
Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 6-acre tract from a 21.91-acre tract on FM 1094, Pct. 1....
Order 2026-2026-1113 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 2-acre tract from a 8.71-acre parent tract on Waak Rd., Pct. 1.
Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 2-acre tract from a 8.71-acre parent tract on Waak Rd., ...
Order 2026-2026-1114 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Discussion and action to approve Sunset Ridge Subdivision Preliminary Plat.
Discussion and action to approve Sunset Ridge Subdivision Preliminary Plat....
Order 2026-05-26-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-05-26. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-05-26-2026-1094 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:
Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:...
Order 2026-04-27-2026-854 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Discussion regarding Commercial Development Permit at 2995 FM 1094 and action as appropriate.
Discussion regarding Commercial Development Permit at 2995 FM 1094 and action as appropriate....
Order 2026-2026-847 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Discussion and action to vacate Subdivision Plat for The Ranches of Bellville
Discussion and action to vacate Subdivision Plat for The Ranches of Bellville...
Order 2026-04-27-Item-2 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CALL TO ORDER
Enacted Commissioners Court Order / Action Docket adopted by Austin County on 2026-04-27. CALL TO ORDER...
Order 2026-2026-852 • County Regulatory OrderOverreach: 38/100
Consideration and action to approve compensation rate for Auditor's Office new hire above 2025-2026 Compensation Order Entry Level / Introductory Level Rate.
Consideration and action to approve compensation rate for Auditor's Office new hire above 2025-2026 Compensation Order Entry Level / Introductory Level Rate....
Order 2026-04-27-Item-6 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Enacted by Austin County in Austin County Commissioners Court - April 27, 2026 on 2026-04-27 (Roll-Call Vote: 5-0). CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA...

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)

GENERAL • 2024-11-05

November 2024 Austin County Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 11,965 (58.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

District Clerk
Sue Murphy (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
District Attorney
Brandy Robinson (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Clyde E. Drake (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Bernice Burger (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Greg Mikel (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
County Judge
Tim Lapham (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
James Clark (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Chip Reed (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
County Tax Assessor-Collector
Kim Rinn (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
County Treasurer
Bryan Haevischer (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Leroy Cerny (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
County Clerk
Diane Day (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Robert "Bobby" Rinn (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Wesley Peschel (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Dave Schulz (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Richard "Rick" Yancey (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Ronnie Griffin (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
County Sheriff
Jack Brandes (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Lance Johnson (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
County Attorney
Brandy Robinson (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,529 votes)
GENERAL • 2023-11-07

November 2023 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,745 (23.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
69.0% (3,274 votes)
David C. Morales
31.0% (1,471 votes)
GENERAL • 2022-11-08

November 2022 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,745 (23.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
60.0% (2,847 votes)
David C. Morales
40.0% (1,898 votes)
GENERAL • 2021-11-02

November 2021 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,539 (22.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
66.0% (2,996 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
34.0% (1,543 votes)
GENERAL • 2020-11-03

November 2020 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,507 (17.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
54.0% (1,894 votes)
Michael R. Vance
46.0% (1,613 votes)
GENERAL • 2019-11-05

November 2019 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,777 (28.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
58.0% (3,351 votes)
David C. Morales
42.0% (2,426 votes)
GENERAL • 2018-11-06

November 2018 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,888 (14.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
72.0% (2,079 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (809 votes)
GENERAL • 2017-11-07

November 2017 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,301 (16.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
69.0% (2,278 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
31.0% (1,023 votes)
GENERAL • 2016-11-08

November 2016 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,745 (23.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
68.0% (3,227 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
32.0% (1,518 votes)
GENERAL • 2015-11-03

November 2015 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,301 (16.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
71.0% (2,344 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
29.0% (957 votes)
GENERAL • 2014-11-04

November 2014 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 6,396 (31.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
69.0% (4,413 votes)
Michael R. Vance
31.0% (1,983 votes)
GENERAL • 2013-11-05

November 2013 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,158 (25.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
58.0% (2,992 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (2,166 votes)
GENERAL • 2012-11-06

November 2012 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,539 (22.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
71.0% (3,223 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (1,316 votes)
GENERAL • 2011-11-08

November 2011 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,983 (29.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
61.0% (3,650 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (2,333 votes)
GENERAL • 2010-11-02

November 2010 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,507 (17.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
59.0% (2,069 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (1,438 votes)
GENERAL • 2009-11-03

November 2009 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,158 (25.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
68.0% (3,507 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
32.0% (1,651 votes)
GENERAL • 2008-11-04

November 2008 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,714 (18.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
61.0% (2,266 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (1,448 votes)
GENERAL • 2007-11-06

November 2007 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,301 (16.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
64.0% (2,113 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
36.0% (1,188 votes)
GENERAL • 2006-11-07

November 2006 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,301 (16.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
56.0% (1,849 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
44.0% (1,452 votes)
GENERAL • 2005-11-08

November 2005 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,364 (26.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
65.0% (3,487 votes)
Michael R. Vance
35.0% (1,877 votes)
GENERAL • 2004-11-02

November 2004 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,951 (24.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
64.0% (3,169 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (1,782 votes)
GENERAL • 2003-11-04

November 2003 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,777 (28.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
55.0% (3,177 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
45.0% (2,600 votes)
GENERAL • 2002-11-05

November 2002 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 6,189 (30.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
67.0% (4,147 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
33.0% (2,042 votes)
GENERAL • 2001-11-06

November 2001 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,570 (27.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
60.0% (3,342 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (2,228 votes)
GENERAL • 2000-11-07

November 2000 Austin County General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,920 (19.0% of 20,631 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bryan Haevischer WINNER
59.0% (2,313 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
41.0% (1,607 votes)

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2026-10-13 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - September 14, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
2026-1477: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-1504: ANRItem-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE2026-1505: 4-H & Youth Development2026-1503: FCHItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUMItem-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-1470: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-1513: PUBLIC HEARING2026-1514: 2026-2027 Budget2026-1472: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-1521: Discussion regarding 2026-2027 Certificate Pay for the following:2026-1522: Jailers2026-1523: Dispatchers2026-1524: Deputies2026-1527: Consideration and action to solicit bids for the following Sheriff Office vehicles (to be purchased with SB22 Funds):2026-1529: Two (2) 3/4 Ton Trucks2026-1528: Three (3) Ford F-150 Responder Patrol Vehicles2026-1525: Discussion regarding FY 2026-2027 clothing allowance for S.O. plain clothed personnel2026-1526: Discussion regarding FY 2026-2027 meal reimbursement for S.O. transport personnel2026-1506: Discussion regarding Jail Inspection2026-1487: Consideration and action to approve the placement of Stop Sign at Ripple Ln. and Shunka Rd., Pct. 22026-1488: Consideration and action to approve the speed limit reduction from 45 MPH to 35 MPH on Shunka Rd., Pct. 22026-1485: Consideration and action to approve CenterPoint Energy installation of underground electrical duct bank on Norcross Rd., Pct. 42026-1536: Discussion and action to approve Commercial Development permit at 6606 Hwy 159 E, Bellville, Pct. 1.2026-1486: Discussion and action to approve final plat at 2995 FM 1094, Sealy, Pct. 32026-1535: Discussion and action to approve final plat for Legacy Estates at Mill Creek, Pct. 1.2026-1516: Discussion and action regarding Election Worker Compensation.2026-1541: Consideration and action to approve volunteer firefighter retirement contract paperwork.2026-1489: Discussion regarding Road & Bridge bids and action as appropriate2026-1490: Road Material/Gravel2026-1491: Hauling2026-1492: Asphalts, Liquid Asphalts, Emulsions & Dust Control2026-1493: Corrugated Culverts2026-1494: HDPE Culvert Pipe2026-1495: Concrete/Cement2026-1496: Fuel (Gasoline and Diesel)2026-1497: Surface treatments, Asphalt Laydown & Asphalt Milling2026-1473: CONSENT AGENDA - Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by a member of Commissioner's Court.2026-1517: Consideration and action to Approve Minutes:2026-1518: August 10, 20262026-1532: August 24, 20262026-1484: Consideration and action to reappoint Commissioner Cerny to the Texana Center Board of Trustees2026-1501: Consideration and action to approve Election Judges, Alternate Judges, Clerks and Central Counting Station Personnel for November 3, 2026, General Election.2026-1510: Consideration and action to approve a temporary access agreement between William S. Peacock and Austin County, Pct. 1.2026-1511: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Request for Travis Koehn, Assistant District Attorney, to attend State Bar of Texas Rules training, September 15-18, 2026, in Waco, Texas.2026-1539: Consideration and action to accept findings and recommendations report of the Fire Department Service Delivery Concurrency Evaluation at 346 W. FM 1093, Wallis, Texas, Pct. 4.2026-1540: Consideration and action to authorize a one-time variance from Subdivision Regulations to divide a 1 acre tract from a 6.993 acre parent tract (parcel 4204) and a 70 ft tract for FM 949 Rd access from parcel 3148., Pct. 12026-1474: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-1475: Payment of Claims2026-1476: Fund Transfers2026-1478: County Auditor's review of finances2026-1479: County Treasurer's2026-1480: Payroll and Escrow Reports2026-1499: 08.21.20262026-1533: 09.04.20262026-1500: Monthly Report - July 20262026-1481: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-1502: AgriLife Extension Report - July 20262026-1537: Constable Pct. 1 - August 20262026-1538: Constable, Pct. 2 - August 20262026-1520: Constable Pct. 4 - August 20262026-1585: Criminal Court - August 20262026-1586: Civil Court - August 20262026-1587: Family Court - August 20262026-1584: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2, 3, 4 - August 20262026-1482: EXECUTIVE SESSION - A closed meeting (In accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 551.087) will be held concerning the following items:2026-1509: Real Estate2026-1508: Action as appropriate on Executive Session2026-1483: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed on this agenda. Responses are limited to a recitation of existing policy, or statement of specific 2026-1515: 2026-2027 Tax Rate2026-1512: FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate Discussion2026-1574: Discussion regarding FY 2026-2027 Compensation OrderItem-2: CALL TO ORDER
2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - August 10, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
2026-1341: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-1372: TexanaItem-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUMItem-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-1334: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-1336: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-1357: Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget2026-1418: Consider budget requests2026-1419: Approve proposed budget2026-1420: Set public hearing date for proposed budget2026-1428: Discussion and action regarding shift work sick time2026-1358: Discussion regarding fiber optic cable for the courthouse and action as appropriate. (Rinn)2026-1359: Discussion regarding Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Imposition of Optional Fees for Calendar year 2027 and action as appropriate (Kim Rinn)2026-1360: Consideration and action to adopt 2026-2027 Commissioner's Court Meeting Dates.2026-1361: Consideration and action to adopt 2027 Holiday Calendar.2026-1362: Discussion regarding Sheriff's Office Budget Transfer and action as appropriate.2026-1404: Consideration and action to approve the Meter and Compressor Station commercial permit for Oasis Pipeline, Pct. 12026-1405: Consideration and action to approve the Forge Facility Expansion commercial permit, Pct. 42026-1348: Open bid proposals and action as appropriate for the following:2026-1349: Road Materials/Gravel2026-1350: Hauling (Road Materials)2026-1351: Asphalts, Liquid Asphalts, Emulsions and dust Control2026-1352: Corrugated Culverts2026-1353: HDPE Culvert Pipe2026-1354: Concrete/Cement2026-1355: Fuel (Gasoline and Diesel)2026-1356: Surface Treatments, Asphalt Lay-down and Asphalt Milling2026-1337: CONSENT AGENDA - Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by a member of Commissioner's Court.2026-1425: Consideration and action to Approve Minutes:2026-1426: July 13, 2026 - 9:00 AM2026-1427: July 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM2026-1402: Consideration and action to approve Electrical Right of Way installation by Bluebonnet Electric Co-Op at Wolff Rd., Pct. 22026-1403: Consideration and action to approve Fiber Optic Right of Way installation by AT&T at Hickory Creek Rd., Pct. 12026-1410: Consideration regarding the November 3, 2026 Election2026-1412: Approve Notice of General Election for November 3, 20262026-1363: Consideration and action to approve the following Interlocal Agreements to serve Austin County Citizens for Fiscal Year 2026-2027:2026-1364: Colorado Valley Transit, Inc.2026-1365: Colorado Valley Transit, Inc. (JARC)2026-1366: Combined Community Action2026-1367: Emergency Medical Services / Industry2026-1368: Library Services / Gordon Memorial Library2026-1369: Fire Fighters Association2026-1370: Focusing Families2026-1371: USDA / Soil and Water Conservation Services2026-1373: Youth and Family Services2026-1374: Consideration and action to approve the following Interlocal Law Enforcement Agreements for Fiscal Year 2026-2027:2026-1375: Bellville2026-1376: San Felipe2026-1377: Sealy2026-1378: Wallis2026-1379: Sealy ISD2026-1396: $10,000 - Sheriff's Office2026-1397: $4,000 - Sheriff's Office2026-1401: $1,500 - Knox Memorial Library2026-1422: $2,000 - EMS2026-1423: $5,000 - EMS2026-1424: $3,000 - EMS2026-1338: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-1339: Payment of Claims2026-1340: Fund Transfers2026-1342: County Auditor's review of finances2026-1343: County Treasurer's2026-1344: Payroll and Escrow Reports2026-1414: 08.07.20262026-1345: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-1413: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 - July 20262026-1415: Constable Pct. 1 - July 20262026-1421: Constable Pct. 2 - July 20262026-1416: Constable Pct. 4 - July 20262026-1417: Jail Population - July 20262026-1346: EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 551-087, a closed meeting will be held concerning the following items:2026-1398: Personnel Matter2026-1399: Project X2026-1400: Action as appropriate on executive session2026-1347: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed on this agenda. Responses are limited to a recitation of existing policy, or statement of specific 2026-1409: Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 5.5-acre tract from a 62.64-acre tract on Eben Rd, Pct 22026-1411: Approve Order of November 3, 2026 General Election2026-1395: Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032Item-2: CALL TO ORDER
2026-07-13 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - July 13, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
Item-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDAItem-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-2: CALL TO ORDERItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM2026-1197: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-1214: Public Hearing regarding the abandonment of a portion of Old Bellville - Nelsonville Rd, Pct. 22026-1199: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-1213: Consideration and action to set Public Hearing to reduce speed limit from 45 MPH to 35 MPH on Shunka Rd, Pct. 22026-1222: Discussion and action regarding Track Loader, Pct. 12026-1255: Award Bid2026-1256: Approve finance of Track Loader through Welch State Bank2026-1217: Discussion regarding F.Y. 2026-2027 Budget2026-1221: Consideration and action to ratify the Mutual Aid Agreement for Cooperation on Law Enforcement Efforts between ACSO and Gonzales County Sheriff's Office.2026-1232: Consideration and action to approve Final Plat and Drainage Review for Sunset Ridge Subdivision, Pct. 1.2026-1233: Consideration and action to approve Meter Station and Drainage Impact Analysis for Oasis Pipeline LP, Pct. 1.2026-1238: Consideration and action to accept seizure funds from Colorado County of $29,350 plus accrued interest to be deposited in the Austin County Sheriff’s seizure fund.2026-1200: CONSENT AGENDA - Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by member of Commissioners Court.2026-1250: Consideration and action to Approve Minutes:2026-1251: June 22, 20262026-1212: Consideration and action to approve a temporary access agreement between Gary Mikeska and Austin County, Pct. 22026-1216: Consideration and action to declare 2008 Ford F-250, VIN 1FTSX20518EB32811 as surplus.2026-1224: Consideration and action to accept the executed tower lease agreement with LCRA and Austin County.2026-1240: Consideration and action to approve Private Roadway Name Request for Coronis Lane to be added to the Austin County 911 Road Map, Pct. 42026-1244: Consideration and action to accept HIDTA Grant from the Office of National Drug Control Policy of 60,000.2026-1248: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Application for Wesley Peschel, Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2, to be held June 15-16, 2026, in Fredericksburg, Texas2026-1249: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Application for Wesley Peschel, Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2, to be held June 29-July 3, 2026, in Sugar Land, Texas.2026-1204: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-1231: $100 - Knox Memorial Library2026-1242: $100 - Knox Memorial Library2026-1201: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-1202: Payment of Claims2026-1203: Fund Transfers2026-1205: County Auditor's review of finances2026-1206: County Treasurer's2026-1207: Payroll and Escrow Reports2026-1218: 06.26.20262026-1219: Monthly Report - May 20262026-1208: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-1259: AgriLife Extension - 4-H & Youth Development - June 20262026-1230: Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.0322026-1258: AgriLife Extension - ANR - June 20262026-1225: AgriLife Extension - FCH - May 20262026-1257: AgriLife Extension - FCH - June 20262026-1234: Constable Pct. 1 - June 20262026-1245: Constable Pct. 2 - June 20262026-1252: Criminal Court - June 20262026-1253: Civil Court - June 20262026-1254: Family Court - June 20262026-1235: Jail population - June 20262026-1246: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 - June 20262026-1236: Justice of the Peace Pct. 3 - June 20262026-1247: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 - June 20262026-1237: TCEQ/OSSF -  June 20262026-1243: TxDMV - June 20262026-1209: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-1226: Real Estate2026-1228: Action as appropriate on executive session2026-1210: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed on this agenda. Responses are limited to a recitation of existing policy, or statement of specific 2026-1241: Consideration and action to authorize a one-time variance from Subdivision Regulations to divide (2) 3.8-acre tracts from a 7.7-acre parent tract with 30 ft ROW dedication on Schoenau Rd, Pct. 2.
2026-06-22 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - June 22, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUMItem-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-1142: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-1144: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, d2026-1183: Consideration and action to set Public Hearing for placement of a Stop Sign on Ripple Ln as it approaches Shunka Rd2026-1187: Consideration and action to award bid for the Allen's Creek - Sector 3 - Stormwater Mitigation Project - Grant #22-085-007-D235.2026-1188: Discussion and action to approve Odyssey Engineering Group to provide services for Major Thoroughfare Planning and Regional Watershed Planning.2026-1168: Constable Pct. 4 - May 20262026-1158: Criminal Court- April 20262026-1189: Discussion and action to authorize Sheriffs Office to submit all future invoices payments of the Victims Notification System.2026-1184: Consideration and action to increase the over 65 property tax exemption.2026-1191: Consideration and action to approve master agreement between Austin County/Austin County EMS and the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center.2026-1192: Consideration and action to approve purchase of a Horton F550 ambulance through HGAC Buy funded mostly by HB3000 funds.2026-1193: Consideration and action to approve annual ambulance placeholder order with Horton for future vehicles.2026-1194: Discussion and action to approve Austin County Deployment Policy2026-1196: Consideration and action to approve a resolution by Southeast Texas Housing Authority assigning private activity bond authority to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.2026-1145: CONSENT AGENDA - Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by member of Commissioners Court.2026-1156: Consideration and action to Approve Minutes:2026-1157: May 26, 20262026-1182: June 8, 20262026-1149: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-1180: $100 - Knox Memorial Library2026-1181: $100 - Knox Memorial Library2026-1190: Consideration and action to accept drainage impact analysis report for The Grove Development, Pct. 1.2026-1195: Consideration and action to accept Drainage Report for Fisher Creek Estates at Maler Rd, Sealy, Texas.2026-1146: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-1147: Payment of Claims2026-1148: Fund Transfers2026-1150: County Auditor's review of finances2026-1151: County Treasurer's2026-1152: Payroll and Escrow Reports2026-1174: 06.08.20262026-1175: 06.12.20262026-1153: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-1169: AgriLife Extension - 4-H & Youth Development - May 20262026-1170: AgriLife Extension - ANR - May 20262026-1185: Constable Pct. 2 - May 20262026-1159: Criminal Court - May 20262026-1160: Civil Court - April 20262026-1161: Civil Court - May 20262026-1162: Family Court - April 20262026-1163: Family Court - May 20262026-1164: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 - May 20262026-1165: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 - May 20262026-1166: Statutory Court - April 20262026-1167: Statutory Court - May 20262026-1171: TCEQ/OSSF - May 20262026-1172: TxDMV - May 20262026-1155: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed on this agenda. Responses are limited to a recitation of existing policy, or statement of specific 2026-1179: Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032Item-2: CALL TO ORDER
2026-06-08 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - June 08, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUMItem-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-1098: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-1100: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-1140: Discussion and action regarding moratorium/order regarding BESS and Data Centers.2026-1124: Consideration and action regarding Track Loader;2026-1125: Open Bids2026-1126: Award Contract2026-1135: Consideration and action to advertise for road easement abandonment of a portion of the Old Bellville - Nelsonville Rd Easement2026-1136: Consideration and action to set Public Hearing regarding the proposed road easement abandonment2026-1127: Status update on third party audit.2026-1101: CONSENT AGENDA — Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by member of Commissioners Court.2026-1116: Consideration and action to approve Right of Way installation by San Bernard Electric Co-op at Wietstruck Rd, Pct. 1.Item-2: CALL TO ORDER2026-1115: Consideration and action to approve Right of Way installation by CenterPoint Energy on Lake Rd., Oil Field Rd., Remmert Rd., School Rd., and Ueckert Rd., Pct. 1.2026-1133: Consideration and action to approve civil plans for Legacy Estates at Mill Creek on FM 331, Pct. 1.2026-1112: Discussion and action to approve revised Tower Lease Agreement between Lower Colorado River Authority and Austin County, Bleiblerville Tower, Pct. 2 replacing the approved Agreement from 04.27.2026 Commissioners Court.2026-1134: Consideration and action to accept Donation Deed on Newberg Rd. and Frantz Rd.2026-1105: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-1118: EMS - $5002026-1119: EMS - $2002026-1137: Knox Memorial Library - $1,0002026-1138: Knox Memorial Library - $1002026-1139: Knox Memorial Library - $3002026-1128: Consideration and action to approve Maintenance Service Contract between Austin County Courthouse and Nouveau Elevator Texas, LLC2026-1131: Consideration and action to renew Austin County Electric Supply Provider Contract with Engie.2026-1141: Consideration and action to declare the following office furniture items as salvage. 00214, 00445, 00655, 00660, 00659, 02208, 03117, 03285, 10561, 10745, 107702026-1102: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-1103: Payment of Claims2026-1104: Fund Transfers2026-1106: County Auditor's review of finances2026-1107: County Treasurer's2026-1108: Payroll and Escrow Reports2026-1121: 05.29.20262026-1109: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-1122: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 - May 20262026-1123: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 - April 20262026-1129: Jail Population - May 20262026-1130: Constable Pct. 1 - May 20262026-1111: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed factual information given in response to the inquiry. Any deliberation or decision shall be limited2026-1114: Discussion and action to approve Sunset Ridge Subdivision Preliminary Plat.2026-1113: Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 2-acre tract from a 8.71-acre parent tract on Waak Rd., Pct. 1.2026-1132: Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 6-acre tract from a 21.91-acre tract on FM 1094, Pct. 1.2026-1117: Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:
2026-05-26 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - May 26, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: OPENINGItem-2: CALL TO ORDERItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUMItem-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-1039: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-1088: 9:00 AM - Public hearing regarding Giga Energy Inc.2026-1041: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-1093: Discussion and action regarding 391 Agreement between Austin County and Local Municipalities.2026-1084: Discussion to approve the Traffic Impact Analysis Report for The Grove at FM 1094 and action as appropriate2026-1085: Consideration and action to approve the Commercial Development Permit and Drainage Report for Hope & Joy Ranchette at FM 3892026-1089: Consideration and action to amend motion from 6/23/2025 to reflect correct award amount to S&D Contractors in the amount of $373,538.09 for Grubs Rd. project TDA grant no. CDV23-0303.2026-1090: Discussion regarding Construction Change Order #2 for Grubs Rd. Project TDA Grant No. CDV23-0303 and action as appropriate.2026-1068: Open bids for Sector #3 Allens Creek Stormwater Mitigation CDBG-MIT Grant No. 22-085-007-D235 and action as appropriate.2026-1069: Consideration and action to authorize advertisement for bid proposals:2026-1070: Road Material/Gravel2026-1071: Hauling2026-1072: Asphalts, Liquid Asphalt, Emulsion and Dust Control2026-1073: Corrugated Culverts2026-1074: HDPE Culvert Pipe2026-1075: Concrete/Cement2026-1076: Fuel (Gasoline & Diesel)2026-1077: Surface Treatments, Asphalt Laydown & Asphalt Milling2026-1042: CONSENT AGENDA — Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by member of Commissioners Court.2026-1058: Consideration and action to Approve Minutes:2026-1065: April 27, 20262026-1067: May 11, 20262026-1064: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Request for Benjamin Nystrom, Assistant District Attorney, to attend the TDCAA Training, June 3rd–June 5th, 2026, in Austin, Texas.2026-1091: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Request for Kim Rinn, Tax Assessor Collector, to attend the TACA Conference, June 7th-June 10th, 2026, in Waco, Texas.2026-1092: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Request for Kim Rinn, Tax Assessor Collector, to attend the Law Seminar for County Election Officials, August 9th - August 12th, 2026, in Round Rock, Texas.2026-1087: Consideration and action to accept ESD No. 2 outside Audit for FY 2024-2025.2026-1046: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-1095: $200-Knox Memorial Library2026-1096: $200- Knox Memorial Library2026-1097: $300 - Knox Memorial Library2026-1043: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-1044: Payment of Claims2026-1045: Fund Transfers2026-1047: County Auditor's review of finances2026-1048: County Treasurer's2026-1049: Payroll and Escrow Reports2026-1054: 05.15.20262026-1055: Monthly Report - April 20262026-1050: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-1061: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 - April 20262026-1060: Constable Pct. 1 - March/April 20262026-1057: Constable Pct. 2 - April 20262026-1056: Constable Pct. 4 - April 20262026-1063: TCEQ/OSSF - April 20262026-1062: TxDMV - April 20262026-1078: AgriLife Extension Report2026-1079: March 2026 - FCH2026-1080: April 2026 - FCH2026-1086: March 2026 - ANR2026-1083: April 2026- ANR2026-1081: April 2026 - 4-H & Youth Development2026-1052: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed factual information given in response to the inquiry. Any deliberation or decision shall be limited2026-1094: Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:
2026-04-27 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - April 27, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
Item-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-2: CALL TO ORDERItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM2026-808: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-818: 9:00 am - Public Hearing regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems and Data Centers2026-816: Proclamations and Special Recognitions2026-817: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-819: Discussion and action regarding the use of tobacco funds to provide training to form a multi-agency peer support team.2026-821: Discussion and action to approve a Tower Lease Agreement between Lower Colorado River Authority and Austin County, Bleiblerville Tower, Pct. 2.2026-842: Discussion and action to approve a Tower Lease Agreement between Rise Broadband and Austin County, Bellville Tower, Pct. 1.2026-840: Discussion and action to approve ACSO renewal of the LESO application2026-843: Discussion and action to add an additional credit card vendor for Tax Office.2026-853: Consideration and action to grant 5 sick days to Auditor's Office new hire.2026-844: Discussion and action to approve purchase of 2026 model, Skid Loader, for Pct. 3 Road and Bridge2026-822: CONSENT AGENDA2026-841: Discussion and action to accept Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Grant in the amount of $80,000 for the ACSO2026-845: Consideration and action to ratify Interoperable Communications Grant Resolution.2026-859: Consideration and action to approve temporary access agreement between Marsha Jasek and Austin County, Pct. 2, Krebs Rd.2026-823: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-824: Payment of Claims2026-858: Consideration to increase 911 fees and action as appropriate.Item-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-854: Discussion regarding Commercial Development Permit at 2995 FM 1094 and action as appropriate.2026-825: Fund Transfers2026-827: County Auditor's Review of Finances2026-828: County Treasurer's2026-829: Payroll and Escrow Report2026-834: 04.08.20262026-835: 04.17.20262026-836: Monthly Report - March 20262026-830: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-846: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 - March 20262026-837: Constable Pct. 4 - March 20262026-838: TxDMV - March 20262026-839: TCEQ/OSSF - March 20262026-848: EXECUTIVE SESSION - A closed meeting (in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 551.087) will be held concerning the following items:2026-849: Economic Development Matter - BC2026-850: Action as appropriate on Executive Session2026-833: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed factual information given in response to the inquiry. Any deliberation or decision shall be limited2026-826: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-820: Discussion and action to approve a one-time variance from subdivision regulations to divide an 11.0192 parent tract on Newberg Rd, Pct. 2, into one (1) 5.8 acre tract, one (1) 2.8 acre tract, and one (1) 1.7 acre tract with a .5367 acre residue tract dona2026-847: Discussion and action to vacate Subdivision Plat for The Ranches of Bellville2026-852: Consideration and action to approve compensation rate for Auditor's Office new hire above 2025-2026 Compensation Order Entry Level / Introductory Level Rate.
2026-04-13 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - April 13, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
2026-742: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program ExpansionItem-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM2026-727: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMS2026-735: Proclamations and Special Recognitions2026-755: Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month2026-756: Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month2026-757: Fair Housing Month2026-736: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-780: Consideration and action to solicit bids for GLO CDBG-MIT Grant #22-085-007-D235 - Austin County, Storm Water Mitigation Project - Sector 3 constructionItem-2: CALL TO ORDER2026-785: $100 - West End Library2026-783: Consideration and action to set public hearing regarding Giga Energy application for facility on FM 1093 W, Wallis, Texas.2026-763: Discussion and action to approve ACEMS application to the Workforce Recruitment and Retention grant program.2026-770: Consideration and action to approve Austin County Procurement Policy Addendums2026-771: Federal Compliance2026-772: Financial Management2026-776: Discussion and action regarding PAF of current Tax Office Employee.2026-782: Consideration and action to accept Drainage Impact Analysis for property at 2990 FM 3538, Sealy, Texas.2026-784: Consideration and action to approve civil plans for Bellville Solar on Raccoon Bend Rd, Bellville, Texas2026-737: CONSENT AGENDA2026-738: Consideration and action to Approve Minutes:2026-750: January 28, 20262026-758: Consideration and action to ratify Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form2026-759: Consideration and action to accept HID0925G0499-01 HIDTA Grant in the amount of $60,0002026-769: Consideration and action to approve a temporary access agreement on Rinn Rd, Austin County, Pct. 2, and Rob and Mary Price.2026-781: Consideration and action to set a bond amount for $5,000 for Fire Marshall Position2026-792: Consideration and action to appoint James Marek to ESD #3 board2026-777: $1,500 - Sheriff's Office2026-789: $100 - Knox Memorial Library2026-790: $300 - Knox Memorial Library2026-765: $100 - West End Library2026-766: $100 - West End Library2026-767: $200 - West End Library2026-768: $100 - West End Library2026-764: Consideration and action to accept special donation(s), per local government code 81.032:2026-786: $100 - West End Library2026-787: $100 - West End Library2026-791: $100 - West End Library2026-788: $200 - West End Library2026-739: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-740: Payment of Claims2026-741: Fund transfers2026-743: County Auditor's Review of Finances2026-744: County Treasurer's2026-749: Payroll and Escrow Report2026-775: 04.03.20262026-745: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-794: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 - March 20262026-778: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 - March 20262026-779: Jail Population Report - March 20262026-795: Constable Pct. 2 - March 20262026-751: Criminal Court - February 20262026-752: Civil Court - February 20262026-753: Family Court - February 20262026-760: TxDMV - January 20262026-761: TxDMV - February 20262026-747: EXECUTIVE SESSION - A closed meeting (in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 551.087) will be held concerning the following items:2026-754: Economic Development Matter - BC2026-762: Economic Development Matter - CleanSpark2026-748: Action as appropriate on executive session.2026-746: Commissioners' Court Inquiry(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed factual information given in response to the inquiry. Any deliberation or decision shall be limited2026-773: Discussion to approve compensation rate above 2025-2026 Compensation Order Entry Level/ Introductory Level Rate for the Tax Office new hire and action as appropriate.2026-774: Discussion to approve compensation rate above 2025-2026 Compensation Order Entry Level/ Introductory Level Rate for Treasures Office new hire and action as appropriate.2026-793: Discussion and action to authorize a one-time variance request from subdivision regulations to divide a 5-acre tract from a 30-acre tract on FM 1094, Pct. 32026-796: Discussion and action regarding Rosemary Subdivision Preliminary Plat Section 2Item-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA2026-797: Discussion regarding Burn Ban and action as appropriate.
2026-03-10 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

2026-02-23 • REGULAR SESSION

Austin County Commissioners Court - February 23, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: OPENINGItem-3: INVOCATIONItem-4: PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCEItem-5: ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM2026-451: Vertical SpacingItem-8: OPEN AGENDA ITEMSItem-2: CALL TO ORDER2026-460: Petitions or Requests from the Public(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussio2026-494: Presentation of services by Houston Health Care AirLife2026-493: Claims data presentation by TAC2026-474: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-508: Discussion regarding Austin County Depository Contract and action as appropriate.2026-510: Discussion regarding the purchase of Binder Lift 2.0 Devices for EMS with Tobacco Funds and action as appropriate.2026-461: CONSENT AGENDA - Items listed are of routine nature and may be acted on in a single motion unless requested otherwise by member of Commissioners' Court.2026-466: Consideration and action to accept the executed contractual agreement with Wakefield Bridge, Inc.2026-467: Consideration and action to accept Commissioners Court Minutes:2026-468: January 12, 20262026-499: Consideration and action to approve Required Schooling Request for Ben Nystrom, Assistant DA, to attend TDCAA Prosecuting Adult Sexual Assault & Homicide Conference, April 14-17, 2026, in Austin Texas.2026-500: Consideration and action to accept executed Statement(s) and Oath(s) of Office for EDS 1 Board members:2026-501: Ray Chislett2026-502: Kim Silver2026-503: Vivian Williams2026-509: Walters family trust property division and acceptance of right of way donation2026-512: Consideration and action to accept a donation of .928 acres along Frantz Rd., Pct. 32026-471: BUDGETARY AND FINANCIAL CLAIMS - action as appropriate2026-472: Payment of Claims2026-473: Fund transfers2026-475: County Auditor's Review of Finances2026-479: County Treasurer2026-480: Payroll and Escrow Report2026-481: 02.06.2026 Payroll2026-496: Discussion and action to approve preliminary plat for Legacy Estates at Mill Creek Development.2026-505: 02.20.262026-506: Monthly Report - January 20262026-483: Written end-of-the-month reports submitted by County Offices2026-486: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 - January 20262026-484: Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 - January 20262026-485: ESD District #1 2026 Proposed Budget2026-491: ESD District #1 Compiled Financial Statements - 20252026-507: Constable Pct. 1 - December 2025 & January 20262026-487: Constable Pct. 2- January 20262026-488: Constable Pct. 4- January 20262026-489: EXECUTIVE SESSION - A closed meeting (in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 551.087) will be held concerning the following items:2026-492: Economic Development Matter - BW2026-498: Economic Development Matter - BC2026-497: Action as appropriate on executive session.2026-495: Discussion regarding the Austin County Personnel Policy Manual and action as appropriate.2026-490: Commissioners' Court Inquiry.(Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.042, the Commissioners Court may inquire about a subject not specifically listed factual information given in response to the inquiry. Any deliberation or decision shall be limite2026-504: Consideration and action to impose an immediate moratorium on data centers, battery energy storage systems, and carbon capture projects.2026-511: Consideration and action to authorize a one-time variance from subdivision regulations to divide four 4+ acre tracts from the parent tract on Frantz Rd, in Pct. 3.Item-6: CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
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