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Commissioners Court Special Meeting

August 17, 2026 ·9:30 AM Final ·174 Calder Rd., Room 100 League City, Texas 77573

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Agenda — 116 items

  1. 1 SPECIAL MEETING
  2. 1 BE IT REMEMBERED, That on August 17, 2026, Commissioners Court of Galveston County, Texas, met at a special meeting with the following present:
  3. 2 CONSENT AGENDA: ALL ITEMS MARKED WITH A SINGLE ASTERISK (*) ARE PART OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND REQUIRE NO DELIBERATION BY THE COMMISSIONERS COURT. ANY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEMBER MAY REMOVE AN ITEM FROM THIS AGENDA TO BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
  4. 3 In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), persons in need of a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding shall, within three (3) days prior to any proceeding contact the County Judge’s office at 722 Moody, Galveston, Texas 77550 (409) 766-2244.
  5. 4 Call to Order ▶ jump to 3:28
  6. 5 Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance ▶ jump to 3:35
  7. 6 Public Comment
  8. 7 Consent Agenda ▶ jump to 4:38
  9. 8 Submitted by the Auditor's Office:
  10. *1. Approval of the accounts payable checks dated 8/17/2026 26-1015 approved Pass
  11. *2. Order for payroll ending 8/12/2026 bi-weekly #17 26-1016 approved Pass
  12. *3. Order for supplemental payroll period ending 8/12/2026 bi-weekly #17 26-1017 approved Pass
  13. *4. Receive and file Notice of IRS Standard Business Mileage Rate Adjustment Effective July 1, 2026 26-1018 approved Pass
  14. *5. Receive and file FY2026 budget amendment for Fund 2250, Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (LEOSE) Fund 26-1019 approved Pass
  15. *6. Internal audit report of the Department of Parks and Cultural Services for period of 9/1/2025 - 5/31/2026 with response letter from Martha Lee, dated 8/3/2026 26-1034 approved Pass
  16. *7. Internal audit report of the inventory of fixed assets of the Department of Parks and Cultural Services with response letter from Martha Lee, dated 7/24/2026 26-1020 approved Pass
  17. *8. Quarterly audit report for the Department of Mosquito Control for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1021 approved Pass
  18. *9. Quarterly audit report for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1029 approved Pass
  19. *10. Quarterly audit report for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1030 approved Pass
  20. *11. Quarterly audit report for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1031 approved Pass
  21. *12. Quarterly audit report for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1032 approved Pass
  22. *13. Quarterly audit report of the Road & Bridge Department for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1027 approved Pass
  23. *14. Quarterly audit report for the Sheriff’s Office Tax Sale Division for period of 4/1/2026 - 6/30/2026 26-1028 approved Pass
  24. *15. Receive and file restitution checklist from Odyssey submitted by Personal Bond/Collections 26-957 approved Pass
  25. *16. Receive and file July 2026 Personal Bond/Collections Monthly Report submitted by Personal Bond/Collections 26-977 approved Pass
  26. *17. Receive and file Summary of Biweekly Personnel Movements pay period #16, July 16 - July 29, 2026, submitted by Human Resources 26-988 approved Pass
  27. *18. Receive and file FY2026 Third Quarter Investments Report submitted by Professional Services 26-1048 approved Pass
  28. *19. Receive and file letter to GISD Superintendent of Schools and GISD Chief of Police updating Emergency Management Coordinator and Deputy Coordinator points of contact for Interlocal Contract and Memorandum of Understanding for Use of Crenshaw Facilities in time of Disaster (Interlocal Contract and Memorandum of Understanding previously approved by Commissioners Court on October 2, 2023) submitted by County Judge 26-1014 approved Pass
  29. *20. Consideration of approval of (re)appointments to the United Board of Health submitted by the County Judge 26-450 approved Pass
  30. *21. Consideration of approval of (re)appointments to the Gulf Coast Center Board submitted by the County Judge 26-1047 approved Pass
  31. *22. Consideration of authorizing an order regarding the TAC Legislative Conference authorizing online/virtual attendance for the conference scheduled August 26-28, 2026 submitted by County Judge 26-964 approved Pass
  32. *23. Consideration of approval of LULAC 151 request for Dia de Los Muertos Fall Fiesta event on Saturday, October 31, 2026 on the grounds of 722 Moody Avenue, Galveston submitted by the County Judge 26-998 approved Pass
  33. *24. Consideration of adopting Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning in all of Unincorporated Areas of Galveston County, Texas (Outdoor Burn Ban) submitted by Emergency Management 26-1036 approved Pass
  34. *25. Consideration of execution of an interlocal agreement with the City of Friendswood - Congregate Meal Grant Program for FY27 submitted by Parks and Cultural Services 26-965
  35. *26. Consideration of execution of an interlocal agreement with the City of Galveston - Congregate Meal Grant Program for FY27, submitted by Parks and Cultural Services 26-966
  36. *27. Consideration of execution of an interlocal agreement with the City of League City - Congregate Meal Grant Program for FY27, submitted by Parks and Cultural Services 26-968
  37. *28. Consideration of execution of an interlocal agreement with the City of Texas City - Congregate Meal Program for FY27 submitted by Parks and Cultural Services 26-963
  38. *29. Consideration of approval of an agreement with the Santa Fe Senior Citizens Council Inc, to subsidize food costs for seniors daily hot lunches for FY2027 and FY2028, submitted by Parks and Cultural Services 26-993
  39. *30. Consideration of approval of Amendment #2 for additional Engineering Services for Mental Health and Wellness Center with Huitt-Zollars, Inc submitted by Facilities 26-997 approved Pass
  40. *31. Consideration of approval of amendment # 4 for additional Project Management hours for Mental Health and Wellness Center with Turner & Townsend Heery submitted by Facilities 26-996 approved Pass
  41. *32. Consideration for the County Judge to approve the installation of Constable parking space signs at the North County Annex building 174 Calder Dr. League City TX submitted by Facilities 26-1012 approved Pass
  42. *33. Consideration for authorization to extend the contract for ITB 24-004, Alarm Services submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-995 approved Pass
  43. *34. Consideration for authorization to extend the contracts for RFP #B232023, Substance Abuse Treatment Services for Adult Probation submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-961 approved Pass
  44. *35. Consideration for authorization to extend the contract for RFP 24-024 Portable Toilet Services-Galveston/Mainland submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-980 approved Pass
  45. *36. Consideration for authorization to extend the contract for RFP #B232016A, Grounds Maintenance for Galveston County submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-989 approved Pass
  46. *37. Consideration for authorization to extend the contract for RFP #B242005, Food Service for Jerry J. Esmond Juvenile Justice Center submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-1010 approved Pass
  47. *38. Consideration for authorization to extend the contract for RFP #B231012A, HVAC & Refrigeration Services submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-981 approved Pass
  48. *39. Consideration of utilizing State of Texas DIR Contract No. DIR-CPO-5413 with Ricoh USA, Inc to lease multi-function machines (copiers) submitted by Purchasing Agent 26-1037 approved Pass
  49. *40. Consideration for authorization to dispose of salvage or surplus property submitted by the Purchasing Agent 26-994 approved Pass
  50. *41. Consideration of authorization to trade-in two 2026 Ford F 150 PPV 4x4 K 9 Units and procure two 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Units through BuyBoard Contract 724-23 submitted by Legal Services Manager on behalf of Fleet 26-1043 approved Pass
  51. *42. Consideration of a release agreement with Natasha Achord for the settlement of a personal property claim submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-934 approved Pass
  52. *43. Consideration of full and final waiver, release, and settlement agreement with Iran Addiel Lievanos arising from an incident that occurred on or about April 11, 2024, submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-1022 approved Pass
  53. *44. Consideration of approval to authorize payment for electrical repair and replacement costs associated with the June 17, 2026 vandalism at the Jack Brooks Park Sportsplex, and authorize funding from the County’s Self‑Insurance Fund submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-1039 approved Pass
  54. *45. Consideration of approval to accept a donation of dive team equipment from the Galveston County Citizens Sheriff's Academy Alumni Association, with an approximate total value of $6,150.00, submitted by the Galveston County Sheriff's Office 26-974 approved Pass
  55. *46. Consideration for the County Judge to execute the Interlocal Government Agreement for School Resource Officer Program with High Island Independent School District submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-932 approved Pass
  56. *47. Consideration of ratifying the Interlocal Agreement between Galveston County, the Gulf Coast Center, and the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office for mental health deputy services for FY26-FY27 submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-1026 approved Pass
  57. *48. Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute an Program Management agreement with DCCM Program Management Services for the 2025 Bond projects submitted by the County Engineer 26-975 approved Pass
  58. *49. Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute an engineering agreement with Gradient Group, LLC for the Miles Road Drainage Improvements project submitted by the County Engineer 26-979 approved Pass
  59. *50. Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute an engineering agreement with EDGE Engineering, PLLC for the Bayou Vista Drainage Analysis project submitted by the County Engineer 26-984 approved Pass
  60. *51. Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute an engineering agreement with MBCO Engineering, LLC for the Miles Road Drainage Improvements project submitted by the County Engineer 26-985 approved Pass
  61. *52. Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute an engineering agreement with Associated Testing Laboratories, Inc. for the Miles Road Drainage Improvements project submitted by the County Engineer 26-986 approved Pass
  62. *53. Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute a temporary work space easement grant to BANGL, LLC submitted by Platting & Right-of-Way 26-1023 approved Pass
  63. *54. Receive and file notice of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles' imposition of optional fees for the calendar year 2027 submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-933 approved Pass
  64. *55. Request for ratification of denial of request for waiver or refund of penalty and interest as recommended by Penalty & Interest Review Committee submitted by the Tax Assessor/Collector 26-960 approved Pass
  65. *56. Request for waiver or refund of penalty and interest due to clerical errors submitted by the Tax Assessor/Collector 26-962 approved Pass
  66. *57. Ratification of submission of FY2026 Office of the Governor County Essential Services Grant, on behalf of the District Attorney's Office submitted by Grants Administration 26-971 approved Pass
  67. *58. Consideration of authorization for the County Judge to execute the amended GrantWorks Services Agreement Task Order No. 1 and new Task Order No. 5 for grant administration services related to the FEMA HMGP DR-4332 Galveston County Elevations projects, administered by TDEM, as submitted by Grants Administration 26-915 approved Pass
  68. *59. Consideration of authorization for the execution of updated Designation of Subrecipient's Authorized Agent (DSA) form for FEMA Public Assistance (PA) and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), and Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) Authorized Representatives Update to include Auditor's Office personnel, as submitted by Grants Administration 26-978 approved Pass
  69. *60. Receive and file FMA 19 Elevations Amendment 14 to award number EMT-2020-FM-E006 extending the period of performance to June 2, 2027, as submitted by Grants Administration 26-913 approved Pass
  70. *61. Consideration of resolution adopting eligibility standards, application, documentation, and verification procedures, optional health care services, and authorizing publication of public notice submitted by Legal Services Manager 26-1038 approved Pass
  71. * Consideration of approval of the following budget amendments submitted by Professional Services:
  72. *62. 26-159-0817-A District Attorney- Request transfer from General Fund - Budgeted Reserves to District Attorney - Various Spend Categories to fund personnel adjustments 26-1046 approved Pass
  73. *63. 26-160-0817-B Probate Court- Request transfer from General Fund - Budgeted Reserves to Probate Court - Various Spend Categories to fund personnel adjustments 26-1054 approved Pass
  74. *64. 26-161-0817-C Mosquito Control Department- Request transfer within Mosquito Control District - Various Spend Categories to appropriately update spend category allocations based on goods or services 26-1049 approved Pass
  75. *65. 26-162-0817-D Veterans Treatment Court- Request transfer from General Fund - Budgeted Reserves to Veterans Treatment Court - Court Appointed Attorneys to fund attorney fees for remainder of FY26 26-1050 approved Pass
  76. *66. 26-163-0817-E Facilities- Request transfer within Facilities Services - Various Spend Categories to cover negative balances due to reclassification of spend categories 26-1045 approved Pass
  77. *67. 26-164-0817-F Constable Precinct 4- Request transfer from General Fund - Budgeted Reserves to Constable Precinct 4 - Various Spend Categories to fund furniture purchase 26-1052 approved Pass
  78. *68. 26-165-0817-G Professional Services- Request to set up initial project budget for Gordy Ave Drainage Improvements within the Limited Tax Flood Control Bonds Series 2017 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-999 approved Pass
  79. *69. 26-166-0817-H Professional Services-Request to set up initial project budget for Miles Drainage Improvements within the Limited Tax Flood Control Bonds Series 2017 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1002 approved Pass
  80. *70. 26-167-0817-I Professional Services-Request to set up initial project budget for Reppert Drainage Improvements within the Limited Tax Flood Control Bonds Series 2017 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1003 approved Pass
  81. *71. 26-168-0817-J Professional Services- Request to set up initial project budget for Prairie Street-Hitchcock within the Unlimited Tax Road Bonds 2019 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1004 approved Pass
  82. *72. 26-169-0817-K Professional Services- Request to set up initial project budget for South Kemah Drive-Kemah within the Unlimited Tax Road Bonds 2019 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1005 approved Pass
  83. *73. 26-170-0817-L Professional Services- Request to set up initial project budget for California Ave N: FM 517 to 29th Street-Dickinson within the Unlimited Tax Road Bonds 2019 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1006 approved Pass
  84. *74. 26-171-0817-M Professional Services- Request to set up initial project budget for Various Streets-La Marque within the Unlimited Tax Road Bonds 2019 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1007 approved Pass
  85. *75. 26-172-0817-N Professional Services- Request to set up initial project budget for Bay Area Blvd: FM 517 to southern terminus within the Unlimited Tax Road Bonds Series 2001 Fund, relating to 2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program 26-1008 approved Pass
  86. *76. 26-173-0817-O Constable Precinct 3- Request transfer within Constable Precinct 3 - Extraordinary Supplies to Repair and Maintenance for Vehicles - Services to fund car wash services 26-1053 approved Pass
  87. *77. 26-175-0817-Q Professional Services- Request transfer from ARPA interest earnings to fund 3100 Public Health to fund change order for the Behavior Health Observation Unit 26-1035 approved Pass
  88. *78. 26-176-0817-R Sheriff's Office - Request transfer from General Fund - Budgeted Reserves to Mental Health Crisis Unit - Various Spend Categories to fund personnel adjustments for the new Mental Health Division 26-1044 approved Pass
  89. 88 Action Agenda
  90. 89 Engineering
  91. 79. Receive public comments on dune mitigation permit for 2470 Gilmore, Crystal Beach 26-982
  92. 80. Consideration of approval of dune mitigation permit for 2470 Gilmore, Crystal Beach 26-983 approved Pass ▶ jump to 5:34
  93. 92 Purchasing
  94. 81. Consideration to award RFP 26-093, Investment Advisory Services 26-959 approved Pass ▶ jump to 6:19
  95. 82. Consideration to award RFP 26-104, Tree Trimming & Landscaping Services 26-874 approved Pass ▶ jump to 6:52
  96. 83. Consideration of resultant contract from RFP 26-104, Tree Trimming & Landscaping Services with The Urban Foresters, LLC 26-907 approved Pass ▶ jump to 7:20
  97. 96 Right of Way
  98. 84. Receive public comments on Replat of Lot 1 Block 18 San Leon Farm Home Tracts 26-1024
  99. 85. Consideration of unconditional approval, approval with conditions or disapprove of Replat of Lot 1 Block 18 San Leon Farm Home Tracts 26-1025 approved Pass ▶ jump to 8:02
  100. 99 General Counsel
  101. a. Break into Executive Session: ▶ jump to 8:12
  102. b. Executive Session: ▶ jump to 9:28
  103. b.86. Demand received from April Waters 26-1041
  104. b.87. 3:22-CV-0057; Honorable Terry Petteway et al vs. Galveston County, TX et al, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Galveston Division 26-1042
  105. c. Executive Session:
  106. c.88. Chief Financial Officer Chief Information Officer Chief Public Defender County Engineer Director of Facilities Director of Grants Administration Director of Human Resources Director of Parks & Cultural Services Director of Personal Bond/Collections Director of Road & Bridge Mosquito Control Manager 26-973
  107. d. Reconvene into Special Meeting & Break into Workshop ▶ jump to 31:27
  108. e. Workshop Agenda ▶ jump to 31:36
  109. e.89. Budget Workshop Discussion 26-976 ▶ jump to 32:11
  110. e.90. Discuss adoption of revisions to the HR Policy Manual HR-008 - Time Off Plans presented by Human Resources 26-1040 ▶ jump to 34:33
  111. f. Reconvene into Special Meeting
  112. f.91. Consideration of adoption of revisions to the HR Policy Manual HR-008 - Time Off Plans, submitted by Human Resources 26-987 deferred Pass ▶ jump to 54:53
  113. 112 Adjourn ▶ jump to 85:53
  114. 113 Appearances before Commissioners Court
  115. 114 Executive Sessions
  116. 115 ***