Jay Ebarb
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Top issues during term (20)
law enforcement operations
Taxpayers are footing the bill for these intensive operations, which could lead to higher public safety costs if the crackdown continues long-term.
FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate Adoption
Affects county property tax rates and overall municipal spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
energy infrastructure development
This project brings a $400 million capital injection into the county, likely boosting the local tax base and creating construction jobs.
Outdoor Burn Ban Extension
None directly, but prevents costly wildfire emergency responses.
Animal Control Facility Development
The project involves significant capital investment, though specific costs for the new design are pending.
Nuisance Property Enforcement
You could end up paying extra in late fees or court costs if you wait until they come to find you.
County Financial Administration & Grants
Provides state funding support for local law enforcement compensation.
public safety advisory
Staying home saves you from the potential costs of a car accident or emergency towing fees.
Rail Trail Security
The total distribution amount is $136,000.
Community Event Funding
The county is allocating a total of $4,500 in support for these two community events.
Courthouse Infrastructure
$72,957 for delivery and installation.
election administration
Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for the city's legal defense if this fight drags out in court.
County IT Leadership Transition
Standard departmental salary allocation for the IT Director position.
emergency management
You might be on the hook for cleanup costs or property repairs, so check with your insurance provider immediately.
municipal staffing
These leadership changes could shift how the city allocates your tax dollars across various public services.
Summit Park Management
The county is currently paying for utilities and maintenance without a clear return on investment.
Regional Groundwater Conservation District Creation
Legal service costs will be incurred for representation regarding the district's creation.
County Cybersecurity Upgrades
Covered under county risk management pool services.
Opioid Litigation Settlement Participation
Potential financial recovery or settlement funds for the county.
2026 Seal Coat Road Project
County expenditure of $974,471.58 for road infrastructure improvements.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Ebarb personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Ebarb, Seconded by Comm. Timmins, All members voting in favor, Motion carried unanimously (5-0)
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Timmins Seconded by Comm. Ebarb All members voting in favor Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Order #2026-157
- secondedpassed2026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Koos Seconded by Comm. Ebarb All members voting in favor
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
adjourn the meeting
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Koos Seconded by Comm. Ebarb All members voting in favor Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Order #2026-158
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield Seconded by Comm. Ebarb All members voting in favor Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Order #2026-155
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Timmins, Seconded by Comm. Ebarb, All members voting in favor, Motion carried unanimously (5-0)
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
approve the contract for Grant Administration services with Traylor & Associates for Harrison County TDA Grant CDV25-0018 on behalf of Gum Springs WSC pursuant to the award of said…
- movedpassed2026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Ebarb Seconded by Comm. Koos All members voting in favor Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Order #2026-154
- movedpassed 4-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Ebarb Seconded by Comm. Koos Motion carried (4-0 against and 1 abstention by Commissioner Timmins due to his board position at Community Healthcore) Order #2026-1…
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Ebarb, Seconded by Comm. Koos, All members voting in favor, Motion carried unanimously (5-0)
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Consideration and action regarding a Budget Amendment – Texas State University Grant; per LGC 111.0106: Special Budget for Grant or Aid Money
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
With no further business to come before the Court for consideration and action, the motion was made by Commissioner Timmins and seconded by Commissioner Ebarb to adjourn the meetin…
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Ebarb Seconded by Comm. Timmins
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Timmins, Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
approve the payment for Regular Bills in the amount of $720,401.94
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Koos Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
approve Payroll for February 27, 2026
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Koos, Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Koos Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
Decisions during term (186)
Recorded while Ebarb was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.