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COUNTY • Matagorda County, TX
Matagorda County
Population / Scale
29,916
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.35241
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$46.8M
+3.7% YoY • +51.1% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$9.24M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.3 pts
1Y: +0.3 pts • 10Y: -1.0 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -3.3 pts
77.3 (B) → 74 (B)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.7% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.4%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+51.1% (5Y)
10Y: +80.9% • Since '00: +220.0%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.0473
FY 22: $0.3997 → FY 27: $0.3524
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 77.3 (B)'10: 76 (B)'17: 75 (B)'22: 74.3 (B)'27: 74 (B)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $14.6M'10: $20.3M'17: $25.8M'22: $30.9M'27: $46.8M
Elected & Governing Officials (20)
AT
Amy Tapia
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
BB
Becky B. Cook
County Tax Assessor-Collector
BS
Bobby Seiferman
County Judge
bseiferman@co.matagorda.tx.us
C"
Charles "Bubba" Frick
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
DM
David Miles
Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
DS
Doug Schoppe
Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
E"
Edward "Bubba" Cook
Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
JB
Janice Brooks Hawthorne
District Clerk
JK
Jason K. Sanders
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
JA
Jesse Alvarez Jr.
Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
KS
Keith Sullivan
Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
LG
Loretta Griffin
County Treasurer
MF
Mark Finlay
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
MH
Matthew H. Sloan
County Attorney
ME
Mike Estlinbaum
Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
RD
Rick DeLeon
County Sheriff
SC
Stephanie C. Wurtz
County Clerk
SE
Steven E. Reis
District Attorney
sreis@co.matagorda.tx.us
SS
Suzanne Sullivan
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
TS
Troy Shimek
Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.7% YoYFreedom Score: 74 (B)• Adopted Sep 28, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Matagorda County
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($46,752,712) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.352410 per $100 valuation: $0.345700 M&O + $0.006710 I&S) for Matagorda County. Source: Matagorda County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$46.8M
General Fund
$40.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.8M
Capital Projects
$2.2M
Per Capita
$1,563
Public Safety: $22.1M (47%)
0Public Works: $3.3M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $1.6M
Administration: $9.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.35241 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+32.2% YoYFreedom Score: 73.7 (B)• Adopted Sep 28, 2026FY 2026 Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Matagorda County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($45,080,236) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.336510 per $100 valuation) for Matagorda County.
Total Appropriation
$45.1M
General Fund
$39.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.8M
Capital Projects
$2.1M
Per Capita
$1,507
Public Safety: $21.2M (47%)
0Public Works: $3.1M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $1.6M
Administration: $9.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.33651 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+2.9% YoYFreedom Score: 74 (B)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Matagorda County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($34,110,794) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.340330 per $100 valuation) for Matagorda County.
Total Appropriation
$34.1M
General Fund
$29.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.8M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,140
Public Safety: $15.9M (47%)
0Public Works: $2.4M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $7.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.34033 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.1% YoYFreedom Score: 74.1 (B)• Adopted Aug 31, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Matagorda County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for Matagorda County (Matagorda County) totaling $33,136,578. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3593 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$33.1M
General Fund
$28.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,108
Public Safety: $15.5M (47%)
0Public Works: $2.3M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $6.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.35928 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.9% YoYFreedom Score: 74.1 (B)• Adopted Aug 31, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — Matagorda County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for Matagorda County (Matagorda County) totaling $32,149,586. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3853 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$32.1M
General Fund
$27.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.7M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,075
Public Safety: $15.0M (47%)
0Public Works: $2.2M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $6.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.38532 / $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$46.75M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $40.7MPer Capita: $1,563Tax Rate: $0.35241Freedom: 74 (B)
Official PDFFY 2026$45.08M(+32.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $39.3MPer Capita: $1,507Tax Rate: $0.33651Freedom: 73.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2025$34.11M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $29.5MPer Capita: $1,140Tax Rate: $0.34033Freedom: 74 (B)
Official PDFFY 2024$33.14M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $28.7MPer Capita: $1,108Tax Rate: $0.35928Freedom: 74.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2023$32.15M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $27.8MPer Capita: $1,075Tax Rate: $0.38532Freedom: 74.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2022$30.93M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $26.8MPer Capita: $1,034Tax Rate: $0.39974Freedom: 74.3 (B)
Official PDFFY 2021$29.74M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $25.7MPer Capita: $994Tax Rate: $0.401739Freedom: 74.5 (B)
Official PDFFY 2020$28.70M(+3.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $24.8MPer Capita: $960Tax Rate: $0.404953Freedom: 74.6 (B)
Official PDFFY 2019$27.82M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $24.1MPer Capita: $930Tax Rate: $0.410622Freedom: 74.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2018$26.79M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.2MPer Capita: $896Tax Rate: $0.414318Freedom: 74.9 (B)
Official PDFFY 2017$25.84M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.4MPer Capita: $864Tax Rate: $0.415561Freedom: 75 (B)
Official PDFFY 2016$25.11M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.7MPer Capita: $839Tax Rate: $0.418885Freedom: 75.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2015$24.31M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.0MPer Capita: $813Tax Rate: $0.420142Freedom: 75.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2014$23.39M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.2MPer Capita: $782Tax Rate: $0.423923Freedom: 75.4 (B)
Official PDFFY 2013$22.65M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.6MPer Capita: $757Tax Rate: $0.425619Freedom: 75.5 (B)
Official PDFFY 2012$21.84M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.9MPer Capita: $730Tax Rate: $0.423065Freedom: 75.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2011$21.15M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.3MPer Capita: $707Tax Rate: $0.421796Freedom: 75.8 (B)
Official PDFFY 2010$20.31M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.6MPer Capita: $679Tax Rate: $0.42517Freedom: 76 (B)
Official PDFFY 2009$19.74M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.1MPer Capita: $660Tax Rate: $0.427721Freedom: 76.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2008$19.04M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.5MPer Capita: $636Tax Rate: $0.429004Freedom: 76.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2007$18.34M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.9MPer Capita: $613Tax Rate: $0.427288Freedom: 76.4 (B)
Official PDFFY 2006$17.75M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.4MPer Capita: $593Tax Rate: $0.427288Freedom: 76.5 (B)
Official PDFFY 2005$17.21M(+3.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.9MPer Capita: $575Tax Rate: $0.426861Freedom: 76.6 (B)
Official PDFFY 2004$16.68M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.4MPer Capita: $557Tax Rate: $0.4243Freedom: 76.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2003$16.05M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.9MPer Capita: $537Tax Rate: $0.425149Freedom: 76.9 (B)
Official PDFFY 2002$15.59M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.5MPer Capita: $521Tax Rate: $0.425574Freedom: 77 (B)
Official PDFFY 2001$15.01M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.0MPer Capita: $502Tax Rate: $0.423872Freedom: 77.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2000$14.61M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.6MPer Capita: $488Tax Rate: $0.423448Freedom: 77.3 (B)
Official PDFActive Commissioners Court Orders & Regulations
Search All Orders & Regulations →Order 2026-09-28-2026-280 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the 2027 Matagorda County Budget
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the 2027 Matagorda County Budget...
Order 2026-2026-284 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Property Tax Rate and ratify the 2026 Property Tax increase of $2,728,798 or 7.94% reflected in the 2027 Matagorda County Budget
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Property Tax Rate and ratify the 2026 Property Tax increase of $2,728,798 or 7.94% reflected in the 2027 Mat...
Order 2026-09-28-2026-278 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to ratify Emergency Amendments
Consideration and possible action to ratify Emergency Amendments...
Order 2026-2026-281 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Public Hearing at 9:55 a.m. to discuss the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total Tax Rate of .35241
Public Hearing at 9:55 a.m. to discuss the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00...
Order 2026-2026-282 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570, for a total Tax Rate of .35241
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570, for a total Tax Rate of .35241...
Order 2026-2026-283 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total Tax Rate of .35241
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total Tax Rate of .35241...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-235 • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
Consideration and possible approval for the responsibility of managing the county burn ban conditions to be transferred from Emergency Management to Fire Marshal Mike Voorhies and the Fire Marshal to have the authority to set the burn ban conditions for t
Consideration and possible approval for the responsibility of managing the county burn ban conditions to be transferred from Emergency Management to Fire Marsha...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-247 • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #3 between Matagorda County and Boettcher Hlavinka Co., associated with the Justice of the Peace #2 Building Project and authorize the County Judge to sign
Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #3 between Matagorda County and Boettcher Hlavinka Co., associated with the Justice of the Peace #2 Bu...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-261 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Under Section 551.0761 of the Texas Government Code, allows closed deliberation regarding a cybersecurity measure, policy, or contract intended to protect critical infrastructure(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions bein
Under Section 551.0761 of the Texas Government Code, allows closed deliberation regarding a cybersecurity measure, policy, or contract intended to protect criti...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-253 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments
Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-242 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Consideration and possible action to permit the District Attorney to enter into an agreement for professional services between Matagorda County District Attorney's Office and Lisa Tanner Law, PLLC, and allow the Matagorda County District Attorney Steven R
Consideration and possible action to permit the District Attorney to enter into an agreement for professional services between Matagorda County District Attorne...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-254 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contr...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-260 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Under Section 551.0761 of the Texas Government Code, allows closed deliberation regarding a cybersecurity measure, policy, or contract intended to protect critical infrastructure
Under Section 551.0761 of the Texas Government Code, allows closed deliberation regarding a cybersecurity measure, policy, or contract intended to protect criti...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-255 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contr...
Order 2026-09-21-2026-248 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to ratify Contract Amendment No. 2 between Matagorda County and the Texas General Land Office (TxGLO) pertaining to the Coastal Erosion Planning and Response ACT (CEPRA) Project Cooperation Agreement for GLO Project No. 2
Consideration and possible action to ratify Contract Amendment No. 2 between Matagorda County and the Texas General Land Office (TxGLO) pertaining to the Coasta...
Order 2026-09-14-2026-227 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments
Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments...
Order 2026-2026-214 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action to propose the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, making the total Tax Rate of .35241
Consideration and possible action to propose the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate ...
Order 2026-09-14-2026-232 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Consideration and possible action to approve the authorization of Bubble Bar, to serve alcoholic beverages on County Property for Matagorda County Market Days with a temporary TABC permit to be held every fourth Saturday of the month starting on September
Consideration and possible action to approve the authorization of Bubble Bar, to serve alcoholic beverages on County Property for Matagorda County Market Days w...
Order 2026-2026-215 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consideration and possible action to set a Public Hearing for September 28, 2026, at 9:55 a.m. to discuss and adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total T
Consideration and possible action to set a Public Hearing for September 28, 2026, at 9:55 a.m. to discuss and adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation ...
Order 2026-09-14-2026-221 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees for the year 2027
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees for the year 2027...
Order 2026-09-08-2026-207 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments
Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments...
Order 2026-2026-186 • Code Enforcement & PenaltiesOverreach: 78/100
Consideration and possible action to petition the Texas Department of Agriculture to suspend the prohibition of aerial application of 2,4-D that is allowed to start after September 15, 2026, and allow for the aerial application to start September 1, 2026,
Consideration and possible action to petition the Texas Department of Agriculture to suspend the prohibition of aerial application of 2,4-D that is allowed to s...
Order 2026-08-31-2026-179 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt a Resolution expressing Matagorda County's official local governmental support for the Texas Department of Transportation's proposed Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Project to restore and enhance d
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt a Resolution expressing Matagorda County's official local governmental support for the Texas Department o...
Order 2026-08-31-2026-188 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Consideration and possible action to approve change order for on-site support during GO-Live with Tyler Technologies, Inc
Consideration and possible action to approve change order for on-site support during GO-Live with Tyler Technologies, Inc...
Order 2026-08-31-2026-193 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions be
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contr...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
GENERAL • 2024-11-05
November 2024 Matagorda County Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 11,798 (58.0% of 20,342 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Charles "Bubba" Frick (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)County Attorney
Matthew H. Sloan (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)County Sheriff
Rick DeLeon (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
David Miles (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Mark Finlay (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Mike Estlinbaum (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Amy Tapia (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)District Attorney
Steven E. Reis (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Keith Sullivan (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)County Judge
Bobby Seiferman (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Doug Schoppe (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)County Clerk
Stephanie C. Wurtz (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Suzanne Sullivan (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Jason K. Sanders (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)County Tax Assessor-Collector
Becky B. Cook (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)District Clerk
Janice Brooks Hawthorne (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Jesse Alvarez Jr. (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Edward "Bubba" Cook (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)County Treasurer
Loretta Griffin (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Troy Shimek (REP)WINNER
100.0% (10,382 votes)GENERAL • 2023-11-07
November 2023 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,272 (21.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
68.0% (2,905 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
32.0% (1,367 votes)GENERAL • 2022-11-08
November 2022 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,899 (29.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
60.0% (3,539 votes)Michael R. Vance
40.0% (2,360 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2021-11-02
November 2021 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,882 (24.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
56.0% (2,734 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
44.0% (2,148 votes)GENERAL • 2020-11-03
November 2020 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,882 (24.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
65.0% (3,173 votes)David C. Morales
35.0% (1,709 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2019-11-05
November 2019 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,475 (22.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
69.0% (3,088 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
31.0% (1,387 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2018-11-06
November 2018 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,696 (28.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
71.0% (4,044 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (1,652 votes)GENERAL • 2017-11-07
November 2017 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,899 (29.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
55.0% (3,244 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
45.0% (2,655 votes)GENERAL • 2016-11-08
November 2016 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 6,306 (31.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
58.0% (3,657 votes)David C. Morales
42.0% (2,649 votes)GENERAL • 2015-11-03
November 2015 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,069 (20.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
65.0% (2,645 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
35.0% (1,424 votes)GENERAL • 2014-11-04
November 2014 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,272 (21.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
60.0% (2,563 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (1,709 votes)GENERAL • 2013-11-05
November 2013 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,882 (24.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
72.0% (3,515 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (1,367 votes)GENERAL • 2012-11-06
November 2012 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,899 (29.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
67.0% (3,952 votes)David C. Morales
33.0% (1,947 votes)GENERAL • 2011-11-08
November 2011 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,086 (25.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
72.0% (3,662 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
28.0% (1,424 votes)GENERAL • 2010-11-02
November 2010 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,069 (20.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
70.0% (2,848 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (1,221 votes)GENERAL • 2009-11-03
November 2009 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,493 (27.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
67.0% (3,680 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
33.0% (1,813 votes)GENERAL • 2008-11-04
November 2008 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,086 (25.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
68.0% (3,458 votes)David C. Morales
32.0% (1,628 votes)GENERAL • 2007-11-06
November 2007 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,272 (21.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
68.0% (2,905 votes)David C. Morales
32.0% (1,367 votes)GENERAL • 2006-11-07
November 2006 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,289 (26.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
61.0% (3,226 votes)Michael R. Vance
39.0% (2,063 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2005-11-08
November 2005 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,899 (29.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
60.0% (3,539 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (2,360 votes)GENERAL • 2004-11-02
November 2004 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,458 (17.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
64.0% (2,213 votes)Michael R. Vance
36.0% (1,245 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2003-11-04
November 2003 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 6,306 (31.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
63.0% (3,973 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
37.0% (2,333 votes)GENERAL • 2002-11-05
November 2002 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 5,696 (28.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
64.0% (3,645 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (2,051 votes)GENERAL • 2001-11-06
November 2001 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 3,662 (18.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
59.0% (2,161 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (1,501 votes)GENERAL • 2000-11-07
November 2000 Matagorda County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 4,882 (24.0% of 20,343 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Loretta Griffin WINNER
59.0% (2,880 votes)David C. Morales
41.0% (2,002 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (332)
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Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment6: Order Adopting No-New-Revenue Property Tax Rate & Capping Ad Valorem Levy5: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure7: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2026-09-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - September 28, 2026
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2026-262: Consideration and possible action for Precinct #3 to purchase a 2026 Hamm HP 100i Pneumatic Roller, with BuyBoard Contract 788-25 and issue a demand check in the amount of $133,290.93 to NPEItem-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner CookItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-264: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for September 21, 20262026-266: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-280: Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the 2027 Matagorda County Budget2026-263: Consideration and possible action to approve a purchase from Lake Country Chevrolet with TIPS, Contract 240901 of a 2026 Silverado 1500 PPV 9C1 4WD Crew Cab, DANA package in the amount of $67,017.75 for Mataorda County Precinct #3 Constable2026-268: Consideration and possible action to approve the purchases of one 2026 2500 Crew Cab 4x4 long bed truck and one 2026 3500 Chassis Crew 4x4 with BuyBoard Contract #724-23, in the total amount of $138,041.00 for Matagorda County Precinct #32026-275: Consideration and possible action to approve the allocation of $20,000.00 to the Palacios Library and $20,000.00 to the Palacios Volunteer Fire Department, with funds to be paid from the Precinct #3 budget2026-269: Consideration and possible action to approve Sanitary Control Easements between Matagorda County and Midfield Water Supply Corporation (Midfield WSC) for the protection of the public water supply, and authorize the County Judge to execute the same2026-270: Consideration and possible action to accept a Surety Bond release No. BDTO-610342-023 in the amount of $250,000.00 at the request of Lavaca Bay Solar Project, LLC and allow the County Judge to sign2026-271: Consideration and possible action to approve a Right-of-Way Application for Lawley Contracting LLC and allow the County Judge to sign a letter of no objection2026-272: Consideration and possible action to accept a Right of Way Application for Michael Bunting to abandon a portion of Center Street totaling 0.179 acre of land between block 3, tier 4 of Colorado Front and block 3, tier 4 of Matagorda Front in the Townsite o2026-273: Consideration and possible action to accept a Right-of-Way Application for Clayton and Gail Cook to abandon a portion of Center Street totaling 0.179 acre of land between block 3, tier 4 of Colordao Front and block 3, tier 4 of Matagorda Front in the Town2026-274: Consideration and possible action to accept a Right-of-Way Application for Charles and Cheryl Prather to abandon a portion of Center Street totaling 0.179 acre of land between block 3, tier 4 of Colorado Front and block 3, tier 4 of Matagorda Front in the2026-279: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement between Matagorda County and Mercer Construction Co., pertaining to CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-093-E769, #8 River Oaks Water System Improvements Project - Phase 1 Hydropneumatics Tank Replacement2026-265: Consideration and possible action to approve the Monthly Reports from various county departments2026-267: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments: Precinct #12026-276: Consideration and possible action to ratify payment of 09/22/2026 Demand Checks2026-277: Consideration and possible action to ratify Line Item TransfersItem-30: Adjournment2026-281: Public Hearing at 9:55 a.m. to discuss the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total Tax Rate of .352412026-282: Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570, for a total Tax Rate of .352412026-283: Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total Tax Rate of .352412026-284: Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Property Tax Rate and ratify the 2026 Property Tax increase of $2,728,798 or 7.94% reflected in the 2027 Matagorda County Budget2026-278: Consideration and possible action to ratify Emergency Amendments2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - September 21, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner ShimekItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner ShimekItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-233: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for September 14, 2026Item-38: AdjournmentItem-1: Certificate of quorum2026-243: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-256: Consideration and possible action to update the Matagorda County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) representative for the Bay City Police Department to Richard Morales appointed by Chief Christella Rodriguez2026-234: Consideration and possible action to approve the transfer of a 2019 Ford Explorer, VIN#:1FM5K8AR6KGA29424, from the Matagorda County Fire Marshal back to Matagorda County Sheriff's Office to be auctioned2026-236: Consideration and possible action for Constable Precinct #1 Doug Schoppe to donate his drone (DJI Matric 30T) and all accessories to the Matagorda County Sheriff's Office2026-245: Consideration and possible action to approve a Federal Excise Tax Exemption Certificate from U.S. Bank Voyager Fleet Cards, for fuel purchases for the Matagorda County Sheriff's Department covering January 1, 2027 — December 31, 2027, and authorize the Co2026-246: Consideration and possible action to approve a Federal Excise Tax Exemption Certificate from U.S. Bank Voyager Fleet Cards, for fuel purchases for the Matagorda County District Attorney's Office covering January 1, 2027 — December 31, 2027, and authorize 2026-237: Consideration and possible action to approve the PY 2027 renewal rates for the Post 65 United Health Care Retiree Medicare Advantage Group Plan and Express Scripts Medicare Part D RX Plan with Bay Bridge Administrators effective January 01, 2027, and auth2026-244: Consideration and/or take appropriate action to rescind and terminate Matagorda County's participation in the Mutual Aid Agreement between Matagorda County and the City of Bay City, Texas, signed by the County Judge on May 4, 2026, relating to mutual assi2026-238: Consideration and possible action to approve an AT&T Contract for internet and phone service for Information Services (IT)2026-240: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement between Matagorda County Environmental Health Department and Brazoria County Health Department Water Laboratory for water samples transported to the lab and allow the Environmental Health Director 2026-241: Consideration and possible action to approve a Hardware & Software Subscription Agreement between Matagorda County Sheriff's Office and Peacemaker Technologies LLC., for five years at a yearly cost of $38,850.00 for the purpose of acquiring e-citation dev2026-249: Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing the revised amount of local funds related to GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 22-085-078-D3422026-250: Consideration and possible action to authorize the County Auditor's Office to advertise for the 2027 Annual Janitorial Services Contract for the Matagorda County Courthouse Building and the County of Matagorda Office Building (Bid #27-003) and approve the2026-257: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Precinct #1 and Precinct #22026-239: Consideration and possible action to approve Matagorda County Treasurer's Office Monthly Report for August 20262026-251: Consideration and possible action to approve Payment of Bills2026-252: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-30: Meet in executive session:2026-258: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code, to deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security auditItem-34: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:2026-259: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code, to deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security audit2026-261: Under Section 551.0761 of the Texas Government Code, allows closed deliberation regarding a cybersecurity measure, policy, or contract intended to protect critical infrastructure(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions bein2026-248: Consideration and possible action to ratify Contract Amendment No. 2 between Matagorda County and the Texas General Land Office (TxGLO) pertaining to the Coastal Erosion Planning and Response ACT (CEPRA) Project Cooperation Agreement for GLO Project No. 22026-253: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-242: Consideration and possible action to permit the District Attorney to enter into an agreement for professional services between Matagorda County District Attorney's Office and Lisa Tanner Law, PLLC, and allow the Matagorda County District Attorney Steven R2026-260: Under Section 551.0761 of the Texas Government Code, allows closed deliberation regarding a cybersecurity measure, policy, or contract intended to protect critical infrastructure2026-235: Consideration and possible approval for the responsibility of managing the county burn ban conditions to be transferred from Emergency Management to Fire Marshal Mike Voorhies and the Fire Marshal to have the authority to set the burn ban conditions for t2026-254: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-255: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-247: Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #3 between Matagorda County and Boettcher Hlavinka Co., associated with the Justice of the Peace #2 Building Project and authorize the County Judge to sign2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - September 14, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner FrickItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner FrickItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner ShimekItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-219: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for September 8, 20262026-220: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-230: Consideration and possible action to approve a Proclamation declaring the month of October 2026, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Matagorda County2026-231: Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution certifying that the County of Matagorda has made a grant to Friends of Elder Citizens, an organization that provides home-delivered meals to home-bound persons in the County who are elderly and/or 2026-223: Consideration and possible action on results from the Matagorda County Grievance Committee Meeting of September 10, 20262026-210: Consideration and possible action to accept hazmat mitigation equipment and supplies from Texas Gulf Recycling2026-211: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $2,000.00 from Chevron Phillips Chemical Co LP for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-212: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $1,000.00 from Oxea Corporation for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-213: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $5,000.00 from Lyondell Chemical Company for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-216: Consideration and possible action to accept a Surety Bond release No. 022231718 in the amount of $250,000.00 at the request of Danish Fields Solar, LLC and allow the County Judge to sign2026-217: Consideration and possible action to approve a Road Use Agreement between Matagorda County and Duffy Project Co LLC for the Duffy Solar Project and allow the County Judge to sign2026-218: Consideration and possible action to approve a Right-of-Way Application from Lawley Contracting LLC with a letter of no objection and allow the County Judge to sign2026-232: Consideration and possible action to approve the authorization of Bubble Bar, to serve alcoholic beverages on County Property for Matagorda County Market Days with a temporary TABC permit to be held every fourth Saturday of the month starting on September2026-222: Consideration and possible action to accept hazmat mitigation equipment and supplies from Texas Gulf Recycling2026-224: Consideration and possible action to approve a Right-of-Way Easement Application in Block 9, Lot 3, Tier No. 4 of the Colorado Front in the town of Matagorda, Texas submitted by AEP Texas Inc.2026-229: Consideration and possible action to authorize the County Auditor's Office to advertise for the 2027 Road Materials (Bid #27-001) and Road Construction with Equipment (Bid #27-002) and approve the specifications of each2026-228: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; County Judge and Precinct #22026-226: Consideration and possible action to approve Demand Checks2026-225: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-30: Adjournment2026-215: Consideration and possible action to set a Public Hearing for September 28, 2026, at 9:55 a.m. to discuss and adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a total T2026-214: Consideration and possible action to propose the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, making the total Tax Rate of .352412026-227: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-221: Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees for the year 20272026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - September 08, 2026
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2026-201: Public Hearing at 9:45 a.m. to discuss the 2027 Matagorda County BudgetItem-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner CookItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner CookItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner FrickItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-199: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for August 31, 20262026-200: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-209: Consideration and possible action regarding the designation of three members from the prior year Grand Jury to serve on the Matagorda County Salary Grievance Committee for the year of 2026, Pursuant to Section 152.014 and 152.015 of the Texas Local Govern2026-203: Consideration and possible action to accept a letter of donation from Tenaris for the Matagorda County Fire Marshal's Office in the amount of $8,000.00 and allow the County Judge to sign2026-202: Consideration and possible action to award Capital Underground Utilities, LLC., related to the Request For Proposals (RFP) for Construction Services associated with GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-092-E768 for the Markham MUD Sanitary Sewer Imporovements2026-204: Consideration and possible action to approve a Standard Service Agreement Contract between Matagorda County and Anchor QEA for consulting services related to the 2026-2027 Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Request for Proposals, and authorize the County Judg2026-208: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Precinct #1, Precinct #2, Justice of the Peace #4, County Attorney, and 23rd District Court2026-205: Consideration and possible action to ratify Payment of Bills for September 4, 20262026-206: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-18: Adjournment2026-207: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-08-31 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - August 31, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner CookItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-177: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for August 24, 20262026-194: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-180: Consideration and possible action to reappoint Vince Bryant to the Texana Center Board of Trustees effective September 1, 2026 — August 31, 20282026-181: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $1,000.00 from Chemical's Inc./Ashok K. Moza Foundation for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-182: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $2,000.00 from Tenaris Bay City for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-178: Consideration and possible action to approve an Election Services Contract between Matagorda County and Bay City ISD for an election to be held November 3, 2026, and authorize the County Clerk to sign2026-197: Consideration and possible action to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement between Matagorda County and Calhoun County regarding the housing of Matagorda County Inmates in the Calhoun County Jail, and authorize the County Judge Bobby Seiferman and Sherif2026-198: Consideration and possible action to approve an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Matagorda County and Burnet County regarding the housing of Matagorda County Inmates in the Burnet County Jail, and authorize the County Judge Bobby Seiferman and She2026-187: Consideration and possible action to award Capital Underground Utilities, LLC., related to the Request For Proposals (RFP) for Construction Services associated with GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-092-E768 for the Markham MUD Sanitary Sewer Improvements,2026-196: Consideration and possible action to approve the Monthly Reports from various county departments2026-195: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Precinct #3, District Attorney's Office, and Information Services (IT)2026-183: Consideration and possible action to approve Matagorda County Treasurer's Office Quarterly Investment Report for 2nd Quarter 20262026-185: Consideration and possible action to approve Matagorda County Treasurer's Office Monthly Report for July 20262026-184: Consideration and possible action to approve Matagorda County Treasurer's Office Monthly Investment Report for July 20262026-189: Consideration and possible action to approve payment of Demand Checks2026-190: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-27: Meet in executive session:Item-29: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:Item-31: Adjournment2026-186: Consideration and possible action to petition the Texas Department of Agriculture to suspend the prohibition of aerial application of 2,4-D that is allowed to start after September 15, 2026, and allow for the aerial application to start September 1, 2026,2026-188: Consideration and possible action to approve change order for on-site support during GO-Live with Tyler Technologies, Inc2026-179: Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt a Resolution expressing Matagorda County's official local governmental support for the Texas Department of Transportation's proposed Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Project to restore and enhance d2026-191: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-193: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions be2026-192: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - August 24, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner ShimekItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner ShimekItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-153: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for August 10th and 17th, 20262026-154: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-155: Consideration and possible action to set a Public Hearing for September 8, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. to discuss the 2027 Proposed Matagorda County Budget and authorize the Publication of this Public Hearing2026-159: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $500.00 from Texas Gulf Recycling for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-156: Consideration and possible action to approve the ratification of the GLO Compliance Letter that was approved in Commissioners Court on June 22, 2026, agenda item #10, and allow Matagorda County Precinct #2 Commissioner Mike Estlinbaum to sign. The letter 2026-161: Consideration and possible action to approve an Election Services Contract between Matagorda County and Navigation District #1 for an election to be held November 3, 2026, and authorize the County Clerk to sign2026-157: Consideration and possible action to approve an agreement with Vested Networks and the Matagorda County Sheriff's Office for 60 months at a monthly cost of $39.25 for a VOIP transfer of our current jail fax number, authorizing the Matagorda County Judge t2026-158: Consideration and possible action to approve an agreement between Matagorda County and Stella Environmental Services, LLC for the 2027 Hauling Rate of $679.00 a load for the Transfer Station and allow the County Judge to sign all related documents2026-160: Consideration and possible action to approve a Consulting Agreement for Emergency Management between Matagorda County and Shanna Nelson effective September 1, 2026–October 31, 2027, and allow the County Judge to sign all related documents2026-163: Consideration and possible action to approve an application from Julie Ann Cox to abandon a portion of Matagorda Street and Canal Street totaling 0.081 acres of land, between Block 1, Tier 1, of Matagorda Front and Bay Tract 1, in townsite of Matagorda, a2026-164: Consideration and possible action to approve an application from Halfmoon Properties c/o Judy Perkins to abandon a portion of Matagorda Street and Canal Street totaling 0.088 acres of land, between Block 1, Tier 1, of Matagorda Front and Bay Tract 1, in t2026-165: Consideration and possible action to approve an application from Halfmoon Properties c/o Judy Perkins to abandon a portion of Matagorda Street and Canal Street totaling 0.056 acres of land, between Bay Tract 1 and Bay Tract 2 in townsite of Matagorda, as 2026-169: Consideration and possible action to approve the Feral Hog Abatement Grant Application submission to the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Wildlife Services (WS) program and authorize the County Judge to accept or decline any award2026-170: Consideration and possible action to award Mercer Construction Co., related to the Request For Proposals (RFP) for Construction Services associated with GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-093-E769 for the #8 River Oaks Water System Improvements Project - Hy2026-166: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; County Judge, County Attorney, Precinct #3, and 23rd District Court2026-172: Consideration and possible action to approve Payment of Bills2026-173: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-29: Meet in executive session:Item-31: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:Item-33: Adjournment2026-167: Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #5 between Matagorda County and Frost Construction Company Inc., associated with the Sargent Community Center Project and authorize the County Judge to sign2026-171: Consideration and possible action to ratify Contract Amendment No. 10 between Matagorda County and the Texas General Land Office (GLO) related to Contract No. 20-065-123-C4302026-174: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-176: Consideration and possible action to accept Matagorda County's share of Unclaimed Capital Credits from the Texas Comptroller's Office, in the amount of $1,839.96 and transfer as per Section 381.004 of the Texas Government Code, transfer to Matagorda Count2026-175: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions be2026-162: Consider and take appropriate action to rescind the Matagorda County Commissioners Court Order adopted on February 2, 2026, establishing the Matagorda County Hotel Occupancy Tax, and to discontinue implementation, administration, and prospective collectio2026-168: Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #6 between Matagorda County and Frost Construction Company Inc., associated with the Sargent Community Center Project and authorize the County Judge to sign2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - August 17, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner FrickItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner FrickItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner ShimekItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-137: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for August 3, 20262026-138: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-139: Consideration and possible action to approve the Administrative Services Agreement and Stop-Loss Agreement between the Texas Association of Counties Health & Employee Benefits Pool and Matagorda County for the 2026-2027 plan year effective October 1, 20262026-140: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $2,000.00 from Celanese for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-142: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $12,000.00 from STP Nuclear Operating Company for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-143: Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $11,000.00 from the City of Bay City for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 20262026-144: Consideration and possible action to approve a credit application for Loftin Equipment Co. for Matagorda County and authorize the County Judge to sign2026-146: Consideration and possible action for the Commissioners to authorize the County Judge to sign a release letter for Danish Field Solar, LLC to release the Surety Bond No. 022231718 in the amount of $250,000.002026-147: Consideration and possible action to accept Western Surety Company Official Bond for Karla Smith as First Assistant Auditor and Kristen Kubecka as County Auditor2026-150: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; County Judge, Precinct #2, Precinct #4, and Justice of the Peace #42026-145: Consideration and possible action to ratify payment of a demand check to US Bank Voyager in the amount of $269.46 paid on August 6, 20262026-148: Consideration and possible action to approve payment of Demand Checks2026-149: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-21: Meet in executive session:Item-23: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:2026-151: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiatedItem-25: Adjournment2026-141: Consideration and possible to approve a 4.54-acre tract, Lot 1, known as the Sitz-Alvarez Subdivision, being a portion of all that certain called 68.383-acre tract of land from Sitz Family Limited Partnership in the Richard Graves, League, Abstract 42, Ma2026-152: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions bei2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - August 10, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner CookItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner CookItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner FrickItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-122: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for July 27, 20262026-128: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-123: Consideration and possible action to approve a contract between Matagorda County and Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. for services and disposal for the 2026 Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on October 10, 20262026-124: Consideration and possible action to approve an agreement with Markham VFD FY 2026-2027 and allow the County Judge to sign2026-125: Consideration and possible action for the Commissioners to authorize the County Judge to sign an agreement allowing temporary access to Matagorda Beach/Colorado River mouth to perform dredging operations at the mouth of the river, using dredge material to2026-132: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Information Services (IT)2026-129: Consideration and possible action to approve Payment of Bills2026-130: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-18: Meet in executive session:2026-134: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security auditItem-21: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:2026-136: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security audit(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions being mItem-24: Adjournment2026-133: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-135: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-127: Consideration and possible action to accept a permit application from Triangle Construction and allow the County Judge to sign a letter of no objection due to public utility2026-131: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-126: Consideration and possible action to accept a permit application from Centerpoint Energy Gas Andrea Pickens and allow the County Judge to sign a letter of no objection due to public utility2026-08-03 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - August 03, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner CookItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-99: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for July 27, 20262026-117: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-100: Consideration and possible action to approve a Proclamation declaring August 2–8, 2026 as National Health Center Week in Matagorda County2026-120: Consideration and possible action to approve a ManhattanLife Application for Group Insurance Workplace Voluntary Benefits, an employee voluntary supplement, between Matagorda County and ManhattanLife administered by First Financial Capital Corporation and2026-121: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agent of Record Letter changing the appointment of Matagorda County's Agent/Broker of Record for its supplemental health benefit programs and ancillary group insurance policies from First Financial Benefits 2026-101: Consideration and possible action to approve Texas AgriLife Extension | Texas Sea Grant and the Matagorda Bay Foundation to discuss the UP2U Litter Campaign Expansion2026-102: Consideration and possible action for Matagorda County Precinct #3 to rehire Christopher Harvey at the rate of $25.00/hour as a Heavy Equipment Operator effective July 27, 20262026-103: Consideration and possible action to approve the TAC/CIRA Cancellation Letter for Information Services (IT)2026-119: Consideration and possible action to place a partial county burn ban effective 08/03/20262026-106: Consideration and possible action to authorize Matthew Sloan to sign a letter accepting a $3,000.00 donation from Tenaris to PCT #6 and PCT #2 for ballistic vests2026-108: Consideration and possible action to approve an Engagement Letter from KM&L, LLC for year ending December 31, 2026, not to exceed $51,000, and authorize the County Jude to sign2026-118: Consideration and possible action to approve Mike Estlinbaum, Precinct #2 Commissioner, to grant permission to the Sargent Area Chamber of Commerce to place signage on county property. The signage will be placed in front of the Sargent Area Community Cent2026-104: Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract with SAFE INDUSTRIES to provide disaster related emergency services and allow the County Judge to sign all related documents2026-105: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement between Matagorda County and Techline Sports Lighting for Precinct #32026-109: Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract Agreement between Matagorda County and Markham Volunteer Fire Department for the purchase of a Ford F350 and authorize the County Judge to sign2026-107: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Precinct #1, Precinct #4, and Environmental Health2026-110: Consideration and possible action to approve payment of Demand Checks2026-111: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-26: Meet in executive session:2026-114: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security auditItem-29: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:2026-116: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security audit(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions being mItem-32: Adjournment2026-112: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-113: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-115: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-07-27 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - July 27, 2026
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Item-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner ShimekItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner EstlinbaumItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items2026-82: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for July 20, 2026Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Shimek2026-97: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-79: Consideration and possible action to accept the 2025 Distinguished Service Award for the Matagorda County Historical Commission (MCHC)2026-98: Consideration and possible action to accept Air Liquide withdrawal of its application for a Tax Abatement and to cancel the public hearing scheduled for August 3, 2026, regarding the proposed creation of a reinvestment zone2026-80: Consideration and possible action to allow Constable Doug Schoppe Precinct #1 to appoint Mike Voorhies as a full-time paid officer until the Fire Marshal's Office obtains its own TCOLE License2026-84: Consideration and possible action to approve Federal Excise Tax Exemption Certificates dated 01/01/2026 through 12/31/2026 and 01/01/2027 through 12/31/2027 from Corpay Technologies Operating Company, LLC (Fuelman/Fleetcor) for fuel purchases related to t2026-86: Consideration and possible action to approve a Lease Agreement between Matagorda County and Function4 for a Konica Minolta C301i for the Environmental Health Department in the amount of $164.10 per month for 60 months and authorize the County Judge to sig2026-88: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement with Pitney Bowes for the rental and use of the SendPro P3000 mail machine for the use of the county departments located at the Matagorda County Courthouse and allow the County Judge to initial cor2026-85: Consideration and possible action to approve a Credit Application for Dana Safety Supply, Inc., for Matagorda County2026-91: Consideration and possible action to approve the Monthly Reports from various county departments2026-92: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Precinct #1 and Precinct #42026-89: Consideration and possible action to approve Payment of BillsItem-22: Meet in executive session:2026-95: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security auditItem-25: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:2026-96: Under Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security audit(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions being mItem-28: Adjournment2026-83: Consideration and possible action to raise the starting salary to $18.26 from $17.06 for Floodplain Administrator2026-93: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-94: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-81: Consideration and possible action to change the photo electric solar farm from hazmat operations permit to normal operations permits2026-90: Consideration and possible action to approve Emergency Amendments2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - July 20, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Certificate of quorumItem-2: Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner FrickItem-3: Texas Pledge - Commissioner FrickItem-4: Prayer - Commissioner ShimekItem-5: Public CommentsItem-6: Action Items for Discussion2026-59: Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for July 13, 20262026-76: Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities2026-60: Consideration and possible action to approve the 2027 Matagorda County Holidays2026-63: Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract with EVACU Nationwide Ground & Air Ambulance gap insurance, replacing MASA, and authorize the County Judge to sign all related documents2026-72: Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract with VSP Vision Care Plan as the County's vision insurance provider administered by FFGA Benefits Solution, replacing Superior Vision, and authorize the County Judge to sign2026-73: Consideration and possible action to approve the change of the County's employer-paid disability insurance carrier from Lincoln Financial to American Fidelity, administered by FFGA Benefits Solutions, and authorize the County Judge to execute the Subscrip2026-58: Consideration and possible action to approve out-of-state travel for Dianne Drennan to go to the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Session in Knoxville, TN from September 27 - October 2, 2026Southwest Airlines $440.32Checked B2026-61: Consideration and possible action to accept a donation from the Sargent Area Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $59,425.00 to be used for part-time salary and operating expenses for Constable Precinct #6 Office2026-64: Consideration and possible action to approve an Agreement between Matagorda County and Waste Connections Subsidiary/Seabreeze Environmental Landfill for the 2027 Disposal Rate of $27.71 a ton for the Transfer Station and allow the County Judge to sign2026-67: Consideration and possible action to approve invoices from the following departments; Precinct #1, Precinct #2, and Information Services (IT)2026-62: Consideration and possible action to approve Matagorda County Treasurer's Office Monthly Report for June 20262026-65: Consideration and possible action to approve payment of Demand Checks2026-66: Consideration and possible action to approve Line Item TransfersItem-20: Meet in executive session:2026-74: Under section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to Deliberation regarding Economic Development Negotiations; closed meeting. This chapter does not require a governmental body to conduct an open meeting: (1) To discuss or deliberate regarding commercialItem-23: Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive session:2026-75: Under section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to Deliberation regarding Economic Development Negotiations; closed meeting. This chapter does not require a governmental body to conduct an open meeting: (1) To discuss or deliberate regarding commercialItem-26: Adjournment2026-68: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-70: Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code, to consult with attorney(s) representing the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated2026-07-13 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - July 13, 2026
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5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5519: Reconvene into open session and take formal action on executive session deliberations10: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-07-06 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court - July 06, 2026
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1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5519: Reconvene into open session and take formal action on executive session deliberations10: Adjournment6: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-06-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment6: Resolution Adopting Zero-Based Departmental Budget Caps & Freezing Administrative Overhead7: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2026-05-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment6: Order Authorizing Early Debt Service Defeasance & Retiring Principal to Save Taxpayer Interest7: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders5: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2026-04-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment6: Order Adopting No-New-Revenue Property Tax Rate & Capping Ad Valorem Levy5: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2026-03-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate6: Order Adopting No-New-Revenue Property Tax Rate & Capping Ad Valorem Levy2026-02-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment7: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders5: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners6: Order Adopting No-New-Revenue Property Tax Rate & Capping Ad Valorem Levy2026-01-13 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment7: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt6: Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-12-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment7: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners6: Resolution Adopting Zero-Based Departmental Budget Caps & Freezing Administrative Overhead5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-11-11 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment6: Order Authorizing Early Debt Service Defeasance & Retiring Principal to Save Taxpayer Interest7: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2025-10-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment7: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners6: Resolution Adopting Zero-Based Departmental Budget Caps & Freezing Administrative Overhead5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-09-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment5: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure6: Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption7: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt2025-08-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Matagorda County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
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1: Convene Commissioners Court and Invocation/Pledges2: Public Comments and Citizen Communication3: Approval of Minutes of Previous Commissioners Court Meeting4: County Auditor / Treasurer Report: Claims, Payroll, and Accounts Payable8: Adjournment7: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners6: Resolution Adopting Zero-Based Departmental Budget Caps & Freezing Administrative Overhead5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders