Expo improvements and park designation
Summary
A new CDL training pilot is coming to Washington County through a partnership with Ancora, Prairie View A&M, and the City of Brenham, with classroom space in Brenham and driving training at the Expo. Ancora will sponsor one county employee's training.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
$246,905 not-to-exceed, including about $50,000 in contingencies.
Residents seeking CDL careers and local employers needing drivers; one county employee gets sponsored training.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-08-25
The court approved a $246,905 not-to-exceed contract to tear down the unused JLA Building and fix long-overdue plumbing, sewer, and electrical issues at the Expo. About $50,000 is set aside for surprises once walls open up.
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-08-11
A new CDL training pilot is coming to Washington County through a partnership with Ancora, Prairie View A&M, and the City of Brenham, with classroom space in Brenham and driving training at the Expo. Ancora will sponsor one county employee's training.
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-07-14
The Expo is getting bids for demolishing the old JLA building and fixing electrical, plumbing and sewer issues, and was formally designated a park — a paperwork move that opens up grant and HOT funding for future improvements.
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-05-12
The EXPO reported $12,000 in fleet savings and strong online engagement despite a slow first quarter for livestock shows. The County's new in-house hotel occupancy tax grant portal is drawing applications, with awards expected June 2.
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