Joel Kelton

city council meeting

Depending on what's on the agenda, these votes could change your local taxes, utility rates, or neighborhood improvement budgets.

Fiscal Year 2026-27 County Budget and Tax Rates

Sets county tax rates and allocates funding for county operations, debt obligations, and road maintenance for the coming year.

public meeting announcement

While the meeting itself is free, the decisions made here could influence how your tax dollars are spent on future park upgrades or maintenance.

municipal revenue

The extra tax revenue gives Brownwood and Early more breathing room for projects, while Bangs may need to scale back their spending plans.

Emergency Alert System Expansion

The siren project would have cost the county over $280,000 plus $10,000 in annual fees.

County Facility Renovations

Funds will be expended for county facility renovations through the selected CMAR contractor.

Wildfire Hazard Mitigation

Fully covered up to $1.3 million by a Texas Forest Service reimbursement grant.

public meeting notice

Your input could influence how the city allocates its budget for park maintenance and new playground equipment.

Precinct 2 Road Maintenance Equipment

The truck costs $43,189.40.

Data Storage Expansion

Funded entirely through dedicated statutory archive fees collected on non-court and civil filings, with project costs ranging upwards of $73,000 to $77,000 per scanning project.

school board governance

Your property taxes are funding these decisions, so staying informed is the only way to make sure your money is being spent wisely.

Public Information Officer Mandate

The treasurer's office manages county funds and financial reporting.

economic development

The city is betting that tax breaks now will lead to a much bigger tax haul from new businesses and visitors later.

Community Wildfire Defense Grant Agreement Amendments

Federal grant funding supports wildfire mitigation and brush clearing across county road corridors.

Capital Defense Legal Services

Settlement payment offset savings of $21,403 plus access to $65,000 in grants; annual contract cost of $34,233.

water utility governance

This meeting will directly influence future rate hikes and how much of your paycheck goes toward utility maintenance.

Infrastructure Oversight in Shamrock Shores

Minimal direct county financial impact; standard platting and sign installation costs.

election administration

Running these runoff elections costs taxpayer money, so low turnout effectively wastes the budget allocated for the process.

zoning board meeting

Depending on the new rules, your property taxes or home resale value could see a major shift.

Jail Facility Maintenance

Involves commissary trust expenditures totaling over $24,000 and ongoing capital repair costs.

CDL Salary Adjustment for Brandon Shirley

Equipment Purchase for Precincts 1 and 3 via Community Wildfire Defense Grant

Private Line Installation on County Road 201

Private Line Installation on County Road 294 East

Private Line Installation on County Road 292

Private Line Installation on County Road 151

Tyler Technologies Agreement Amendment

Regional Public Defender Settlement Agreement

Regional Public Defender Annual Contract Renewal

Heart of Texas Mechanical Maintenance Agreement Renewal

Payment of County Bills

District Court Reporter Salary Order

May ISD Crosswalk Signs and Markings

Brooks Smith SUD Private Line Application

Flatbed Surplus Sale

Open CMAR Statements for County Remodeling Projects

Payment of County Bills

Accept Amended District Judge Order Regarding County Auditors

Adopt Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget

Ratify Property Tax Revenue Increase

Salary Increases for Elected Officials