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Commissioners Court · September 29, 2026

Ellis County Commissioners Court Sets Healthcare Rate, Approves Insurance Renewal, and Holds Contentious Fire Code Debate

At its September 29, 2026 meeting, the Ellis County Commissioners Court tackled a packed agenda, ranging from agricultural heritage proclamations to local healthcare funding.

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Oct 7Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda - Oct 7, 2026 Sep 22Ellis County sets up new budget and administrator offices to manage rapid growth Sep 15Ellis County approves road variances, replats, and sets up November joint elections Sep 8Ellis County approves 2026 tax rate of $0.2735 after a 3-2 vote, slightly lowering the proposed levy Sep 3Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda - Sep 3, 2026 Sep 1Ellis County Commissioners Pass 2027 Budget Despite Fierce Debate Over New Roles

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Commercial Fire Code Standards and Permit FeesFollow →Local Provider Participation Program Hospital Rate SettingFollow →County Comprehensive Insurance RenewalFollow →County Vehicle ProcurementFollow →

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Ellis Ranch Manorapproved Estates of Palmerapproved Thunder Ridge Phase 3approved Green Meadow Replatapproved

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