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Grimes County · week of September 27, 2026

Commissioners Court approves Consent Agenda Approval, 4–0

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What changed in Grimes County

Development activity

  • The Cedars Section 1 Block 3 Lots 10 & 11 Replat

    Precinct 2

    A proposed replat for lots in The Cedars subdivision located in Precinct 2.

    Discussed — no decision yet

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  • Foster Estates Section 1 Block 3 Lot 9 Replat

    Precinct 4

    A replat application for Foster Estates in Precinct 4 evaluated under grandfathered regulations.

    Discussed — no decision yet

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Also discussed

  • Property Replat Reviews

    The commissioners briefly considered property replat applications for The Cedars and Foster Estates subdivisions.

    What it means: Local property owners seeking to adjust or finalize lot boundaries.

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  • County Burn Ban Continuation

    The county burn ban has been lifted because recent rainfall and cooler conditions brought the drought index down to a safe level.

    What it means: Local property owners and residents needing to conduct outdoor burning.

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  • Replacement of Damaged Road Maintenance Equipment

    The county had to authorize nearly $200,000 from its fund balance to buy a new tractor and boom mower after an eighteen-wheeler struck and totaled county equipment.

    What it means: Up to $195,824.14 from fund balance, partially offset by insurance settlements.

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  • Jail Structural Integrity

    Grimes County is moving forward with plans to expand and renovate its jail facility by issuing a Request for Qualifications to hire professional services and architects.

    What it means: County inmates, jail staff, and law enforcement personnel who will utilize improved facilities.

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What's coming, and the deadline

  • City Council · Wednesday, October 21

    Newly scheduled — no agenda published yet.

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