Ernie Koch

Disaster Recovery Assistance

Over $1.2 million in temporary general fund transfers to be reimbursed by federal grant funds.

FY27 County Budget and Employee Compensation

Total revenues and expenditures for major funds are balanced at approximately $32.26 million, with property tax revenues increasing by about $1.09 million due in part to new property additions.

Binnacle Development Public Improvement District Petition

Involves owner-financed infrastructure loans for home buyers with an optional county administrative collection fee.

Black Creek Drainage Study

Grant-funded planning project under TDEM Subrecipient Agreement HMGP DR-4485-0523.

Credit Card Processing Vendor Transition

Transition of merchant processing contracts with potential changes in transaction fees.

Road & Bridge Material and Emulsion Bids

Directly impacts county road maintenance expenditures and material costs for FY2027.

road closures

You might end up paying for extra gas or vehicle repairs if you get stuck in high water.

Beasley Drive Road Overlay in Precinct 4

Funded through Precinct 4 road maintenance funds based on the low bid of $5.00 per square yard.

Rural Ambulance Grant Application for ESD 5

Brings $350,000 in state grant funding into the county for emergency medical services without local tax increases.

emergency preparedness

Being prepared now saves you a fortune in emergency repairs and lost property later.

election information

Voting is free, but staying informed helps you understand how local tax measures on the ballot will affect your wallet.

Jail Security Upgrades

The project will cost $21,965.92, funded through the Jail Commissary Fund.

County Treasurer Transition

The transition involves standard payroll and administrative adjustments for the Treasurer's office.

election logistics

Knowing where to go saves you gas money and the frustration of wasting time on election day.

Sheriff's Office Fleet Modernization

The purchase of three vehicles totals $157,216, funded entirely by state grants.

Crime Victims' Awareness

The county is applying for a total of $625,000 in grant funding.

election results

These new officials will be in charge of how your tax dollars are spent on local services and infrastructure projects.

government schedule

There is no direct cost to residents, though staying informed could help you avoid potential fines or missed opportunities for public grants.

police leadership appointment

While the salary is likely budgeted, any shift in enforcement priorities could change how the department allocates its existing resources.

law enforcement investigation

Taxpayer money will likely be diverted toward legal fees and a complete audit of the animal control department's operations.

Approve September 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Cancel Registered Claims and Approve Cash Statement

Authorize Payment of County Bills

Amend FY2026 R&B 3 Budget

Accept Guardrail Reimbursement and Amend Budget

Authorize Building Maintenance Budget Amendment

Set FY2027 Commissioners Court Meeting Schedule

Set 2027 County Holidays

Approve Notice of General Election

Authorize Business Service Agreement with Sparklight Business

Award Road and Bridge Materials and Emulsions Bids

Table Request to Set Public Hearing for Variance (Lumberton 114 LLC)

Set Public Hearing for Pine Ridge Acres Replat

Accept Final Plat of Crestwood Heights Private Subdivision

Adjourn.

Approval of August 25, 2026 Regular Meeting and September 1, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes

Cancellation of Registered Claims and Approval of Cash Statement

Authorization to Pay County Bills

Approval of District Court Orders on Judicial Compensation

Setting Salaries, Expenses, and Allowances for Elected County and Precinct Officers

Consider approval of request by Melinda Herrington, Human Resources Director, to authorize the County Judge to sign the 2026 - 2027 Renewal Notice and Benefit Confirmation for Health, Dental, Vision,

Authorization to pay County bills as presented by Mrs. Candice McKinney, County Auditor. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider and possibly set the salaries, expenses and other allowances of all Elected County and Precinct Officers for Fiscal Year 2027. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider and possibly approve the August 25, 2026 Regular Meeting and September 1, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes as presented by Hon. Connie Becton, County Clerk.

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Letasha Jones, Health Department Director, to authorize the County Judge to execute a renewal agreement with LIT Beaumont Nursing Program.

Discussion and possible action to approve and accept for filing in the Minutes of the Court, the District Court Orders establishing the compensation of the County Auditor, Assistant County Auditors, a

Consider and possibly ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected in the Fiscal Year 2027 Hardin County Budget. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider and possibly approve an Order to adopt a tax rate of 0.481223 per $100.00 valuation for the 2026 tax year (The debt service tax rate is $0 per $100 valuation and the maintenance and operation

Consider approval of request by Hon. Ernie Koch, County Commissioner, to enter into an agreement with the Hardin County Youth Soccer Club (HCYSC), whereby HCYSC will contribute or reimburse $1,800 to

Consider approval of request to cancel all Registered Claims from August 25, 2026; and Approval of Cash Statement as presented by Hon. Angie Smith, County Treasurer. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider, discuss, and possibly adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Hardin County Budget.

Discussion and possible action concerning adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 County Payroll Schedule as requested by Hon. Angie Smith, County Treasurer. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider request by Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Monica Kelley, to authorize the County Judge to sign the Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP) Memorandum of Understanding for the

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to present results of bids received for overlaying approximately 1,120' X 18' of Beasley Drive located in Precinct 4, and possibly aw

Consider and possibly authorize the County Judge to apply to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for the FY27 Rural Ambulance Service Grant Program in support of Hardin County Emergency Services

Adjourn.

Consider approval of request by Hon. Mark Davis, Sheriff, to set the Sheriff's and Constables' Fees to become effective January 1, 2027.

Authorization to pay County bills as presented by Mrs. Candice McKinney, County Auditor.

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Letasha Jones, Interim Director, Health Services, to authorize the County Judge to execute an agreement with Workforce Solutions for a period beginning September 1

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Letasha Jones, Interim Director, Health Services, to authorize the County Judge to execute a Lease Agreement between Hardin County Health/WIC and Hardin County Pre

Consider approval of request by Binnacle Development, LLC to set a public hearing date for a petition to create a Public Improvement District for a proposed development off of Wheeler Road in Lumberto

Consider approval of request to cancel all Registered Claims from August 11, 2026 and approval of Cash Statement as presented by Hon. Angie Smith, County Treasurer.

Consider adoption of Resolution 19-26 appointing Angie Smith as the County's Investment Officer pursuant to the Hardin County Investment Policy.

Consider approval of request by Hon. Steve Smith, Tax Assessor-Collector, to authorize the County Judge to execute Software License Agreement and Addendum No. 001 with Capitol Appraisal Group, LLC for

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to authorize the County Judge to sign Professional Services Agreement with Traylor & Associates, Inc. related to CDBG-MIT Local Hazar

Consider and possibly approve the Minutes of August 11, 2026, Special Meeting and August 11, 2026, Regular Meeting by Hon. Connie Becton, County Clerk.

Consider approval of request by Hon. Amanda Young, County Commissioner, to purchase a 1991 Bomag MPH 100R Recycler Serial number 85981 from Kingdom Equipment and Consulting Inc. in the amount of $25,0

Consider adoption of Resolution 20-26 recognizing Ms. Elizabeth Fobbs for 27 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Hardin County and wishing her well in her retirement as Detention Officer for

Consider and possibly set the Texas Department of Motor Vehicle Optional Fees for Calendar Year 2027.

Consider approval of request by Hon. Ernie Koch, County Commissioner, to amend FY2026 R&B 4 budget as follows

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to authorize payments to MK Constructors for Payment Request 3 in the amount of $395,057.50 and Payment Request 4 in the amount of $5

Consider approval of request by Hon. Mark Davis, Sheriff, to accept insurance proceeds in the amount of $350.00 for wrecker services involving a non-at-fault fleet crash, and if approved, amend the FY

Consider approval of request by Mr. Dale Williford, Hawthorne Field County Airport FBO, to apply for the TXDOT Aviation Routine Airport Maintenance Program (RAMP) cost-share-grant for FY27; and appoin

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to authorize County Judge to sign Lease Agreement with Pitney Bowes for postage machine.

Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to present results of bids received for GLO CDBG Regional MIT-MOD El Pinto Channel and Detention Pond Improvements Project construction in Precinct 4 pursuant to GLO

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Candice McKinney, County Auditor, to amend the FY26 Building Maintenance Budget to fund lawn maintenance services for the Hardin County Museum, pursuant to a reque

Consider approval of request by Hon. Dana Hogg, District Clerk, to pay 80 hours of accrued compensatory time to a Deputy Clerk in the District Clerk's Office utilizing budget funds remaining in the Sa

Consider approval of the request by Mrs. Letasha Jones, Interim Director, Health Services, to authorize the County Judge to execute an agreement with CWI Works, Inc. Senior Community Service Employmen

Consider and possibly appoint Mrs. Letasha Jones to the position of Director of Hardin County Health Services effective August 25, 2026, as recommended by the County Judge.

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez, Interim Floodplain Administrator, to name two unnamed private roads on FM 770 in Commissioner Precinct 3 as follows: Private Road ‘A’ to be name

Consider, discuss and set the 2027 TCDRS Retirement Rate as requested by Mrs. Melinda Herrington, Human Resources Director. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider and possibly appoint Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez to the position of Hardin County Floodplain Administrator effective August 25, 2026, as recommended by the County Judge.

Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to present results of bids received for repairs to Old Beaumont Road, located in Precinct 3, due to damage caused by train derailment recovery operations and possibl

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to authorize the County Judge to sign Change Order No. 9 with Construction Managers of Southeast Texas related to Jail and Courthouse

Adjourn.

Consider, discuss, and possibly adopt Resolution 21-26 authorizing the submittal of a Bridging Immigration-Related Deficits Experienced Nationwide grant to the U. S. Department of Justice and designat

Appointment of Letasha Jones as Health Services Director

Consider, discuss and possibly accept for filing with the County Clerk the FY27 Proposed Hardin County Budget presented by Hon. Wayne McDaniel, County Judge.

Adjourn.

Consider and possibly authorize the County Judge to apply for the FY27 Rural Law Enforcement grant (SB22 Grant) through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in the amount of $500,000.00 on behalf