Public Meetings - Parker County, Texas

The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in special session on November 3, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (agenda listed 8:15 a.m.) in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, Texas. The sole purpose of the meeting was to hold an executive session to consult with the County Attorney regarding land development regulations and options available to Texas counties. No votes or decisions were taken in open session, and the meeting adjourned at 10:34 a.m. Discussion Items - Executive Session (Closed): The court entered closed session at 9:01 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(2) and 551.129 for consultation with County Attorney John Forrest. The discussion covered active land development regulations in Parker County, available regulatory options for Texas counties, and related matters. Shannon Nave, Senior Vice President of Baird, Hampton & Brown, joined the closed session at 9:29 a.m. The court reconvened in open session at 10:33 a.m. Key Outcomes - No Action Taken: Following the executive session, the court took no action on any item discussed. - Adjournment: Commissioner Hale moved to adjourn, seconded by Commissioner Walden. The motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 10:34 a.m. Note: The agenda listed the meeting start time as 8:15 a.m., but the minutes recorded the opening at 9:00 a.m. Commissioner Conley (PCT 1) was absent.

The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in regular session on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (agenda had listed 8:15 a.m.) in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, Texas. The meeting was called to order with all members present: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner Conley (Precinct 1), Commissioner Holt (Precinct 2), Commissioner Walden (Precinct 3), Commissioner Hale (Precinct 4), County Attorney John Forrest, and County Clerk Lila Deakle. The meeting adjourned at 11:13 a.m. after a closed session. Consent Calendar - Approved the consent agenda including auditor’s certification of revenues, line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, audit reports; treasurer’s fund balances, pledged securities, payroll and benefits, monthly investment report; county judge’s minutes, monthly reports, personnel changes; and various purchasing items (interdepartmental transfers, salvage of bulletproof vests, found missing inventory, authorization to advertise RFPs for rainwater harvesting and precinct two renovations, purchase of a Bomag drum roller, purchasing agent authority to sign POs, Motorola tower grounding and annual service agreements). Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments or testimony were recorded in the minutes. Presentations & Updates - Texas Extension Education Association Week Proclamation: Kathy Smith (Coordinator/FCS Agent) and Karen Rutherford (Association Chairman) reported winning the Outstanding County Education Award for District 3 and the Honor Roll of Counties Award for Volunteering. County Judge Deen read the proclamation designating October 26–November 1, 2025, as Texas Extension Education Association Week in Parker County. The court unanimously approved. - Parker County Water Resources Study Update: Andrew Franko of Freese and Nichols presented an update on the Parker County Water Initiative and announced a Water Symposium on November 21, 2025, at the Parker County Sheriff’s Posse Clubhouse, open to the public. County Judge Deen, Commissioner Walden, and Rick Shafer (City of Weatherford Water Utilities Director) also provided information. No action was taken. - Transportation Projects Update: Chris Bosco of Freese and Nichols presented on the Midway Road Construction Phase Contract. The court approved three budget adjustments: reducing the W.N. Woody project budget by $150,000, reducing Hutchison Road Phase 2 budget by $850,000, and increasing the Midway Road project budget by $1,000,000. All motions carried unanimously. - Advanced Funding Agreement with TxDOT: The court authorized the County Judge to sign Amended Revised Advanced Funding Agreement CSJ 0902-38-140 (AFA Amendment 2) with TxDOT for Old Weatherford Road from FM 3325 to Coder, in the amount of $19,708,515. Motion carried. Discussion Items - 90-Day Burn Ban: Discussed but no action taken. - Potential Sale of Navarro County Property: Commissioner Holt, residents Lisa and Don Tynes, and County Attorney John Forrest discussed the sale of a 14.5-acre lot in Rustling Oaks Estates Phase III. The court approved hiring an appraiser to obtain a certified appraisal, with funding from 409 Contracts. Motion carried. - Claim on North Lake Road: Commissioner Conley and County Attorney John Forrest reviewed a claim alleging a road defect. The court approved denial of payment on the claim. Motion carried. - Precinct 2 Renovation Payment: Authorized payment for work completed to date on the Precinct 2 renovation project. Motion carried. - Reclassification of Law Clerk to Assistant District Attorney: Approved reclassification in Department 476. - Reclassification of Assistant Planner to Assistant County Attorney: Approved reclassification. - Renewal of Abandoned Cemetery Association Contract: Approved renewal for fiscal 2025/2026. - Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Grants: Approved accepting grant agreements for rainwater harvesting projects in Precincts Two and Four. - Senate Bill 22 Salary Allocation: Approved allowing the District Attorney and County Attorney to allocate salary and benefit funds within grant guidelines for additional raises. - Refunding of 2016 Bond Series: Discussed but no action taken. - Purchasing Actions (continued): Authorization to advertise RFP for rainwater harvesting system (bids open November 24, award December 8); authorization to advertise RFP for precinct two renovations (bathroom and wall damage); purchase of Bomag drum roller; purchasing agent authorization to sign POs for specific departments; Motorola tower grounding and annual service agreement approved. - Notification: Commissioner Holt announced attendance at the 2025 South Central Texas MTUG. Executive Session - The court recessed at 10:15 a.m. and entered closed session at 10:20 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.072 to consult with attorneys regarding land development regulations and to discuss the Parker County Justice Center and Jail. The court reconvened in open session at 10:55 a.m. with no action taken on either matter. Plats & Subdivision Approvals Precinct 1: - Approved final revision of Oak Grove Addition (7 lots, 11.172 acres, off Oak Grove Way). - Approved permit for Nextlink to lay lines on Alex Drive, Ronnie Court, and Johnnie Drive. - Approved final revision of Jamie Acres (8 lots, 11.48 acres, off Gilliland Road). - Approved changing subdivision rules to require an “eight-inch” minimum (removing “up to an eight-inch”). - Released letters of credit for Bradshaw Estates and Sessums Ranch, accepting maintenance letters. - Approved final subdivision Whitewolf Trail (2 lots, 5.002 acres, off Dill Road). - Began revision process for The Ranches at Valley View East (2 lots, 3.65 acres). - Accepted special warranty deed for Pleasant Oaks Phase Four right-of-way. - Began revision process for Heather Ridge Addition (2 lots, 5 acres). Precinct 2: - Approved final revision of Arbor Hills (2 lots, 4.0042 acres). - Approved groundwater study waiver for Woodlawn Phase Two revision. - Began revision process for Woodlawn Phase Two (2 lots, 2.5 acres). - Released letter of credit for Parker Meadows and accepted Parker Meadows Court and Parker Meadows Drive as county-maintained roads. - Accepted special warranty deed for Trails End right-of-way. - Began process to change speed limit on Ric Williamson to Old Mineral Wells Highway. Precinct 3: - No action on revision of The Country Place Section B (1 lot, 11.97 acres). - Approved amendment for Mountain River Estates Phase One. - Approved groundwater study waivers for 2LM Development Phase 4, Ranger Highway Development Phase 2, and Mini Ranch Estates revision. - Accepted Walter Joseph Way and Louise Lane in Gremminger Ranch at Southridge as county-maintained roads. - Approved final revision of Bear Creek Ranch (1 lot, 7.89 acres). - Approved final hearing for Encore Industrial Park (26.319 acres) and accepted special warranty deed for Fairview Road right-of-way. Precinct 4: - No action on notification of Farmer Road and Old Weatherford Addition (11.173 acres, in Fort Worth ETJ). - Approved groundwater study waiver for Younger Ranch revision. Items Accepted into Minutes - Parker County Medical Examiner Department Quarterly Report (not submitted). - Executed Interlocal Agreement for road repairs with Town of Peaster (Precinct 2). - Executed Interlocal Agreement for road repairs with Peaster ISD (Precinct 2). - Executed Addendum for road repairs with Peaster ISD (Precinct 2). Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously. - Proclamation approved unanimously. - Water study update: no action, information only. - Midway Road budget adjustments: $150,000 reduction (Woody), $850,000 reduction (Hutchison Rd Phase 2), $1,000,000 increase (Midway) – all carried. - TxDOT AFA Amendment 2 approved for $19,708,515. - Navarro County property: approved hiring appraiser funded by 409 Contracts. - North Lake Road claim: denied. - Precinct 2 renovation payment: authorized. - Reclassifications: law clerk to assistant DA, assistant planner to assistant county attorney – both approved. - Abandoned Cemetery Association renewal approved. - Upper Trinity grant agreements approved for Precincts 2 and 4. - SB 22 salary allocation approved. - 2016 Bond refunding: discussed, no action. - Burn ban: discussed, no action. - Purchasing items: all approved (RFP advertisements, drum roller, PO signing authority, Motorola agreements). - Executive session: no action on land development regulations or Justice Center/Jail. - Plats: 26 items acted upon (majority approved, two no action, one deferred). - Minutes accepted: four items (one not submitted). - Adjournment: 11:13 a.m. after unanimous motion. Note: The agenda originally listed the meeting start time as 8:15 a.m., but the minutes indicate the meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. The meeting also included a closed session from 10:20 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.

The Parker County Commissioners Court held its regular meeting on October 20, 2025, at the Commissioners Courtroom in Weatherford, Texas. The agenda included consent items, approval items, and an executive session. No minutes or transcript were provided; the following summary is based solely on the agenda. Note: The agenda listed the meeting time as 8:45 AM, but the provided timestamp indicates 16:45 UTC; the date is consistent. Consent Calendar - RFP PC25-39 Juvenile Probation Mental Health Diversionary Services: The court considered accepting, rejecting, or renewing this request for proposals (Kim Rivas / Judge Deen). Discussion Items - Approval: Parker County Grant Policy: Discussion and potential action regarding the county's grant policy (Bianca Lord / Judge Deen). - Approval: Waive 10-Posting for Director of Strategic Projects Position: Discussion and potential action to waive the 10-day posting requirement for this position (Judge Deen). - Executive Session: In accordance with Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(2) and 551.129, the court convened into closed session to consult with attorneys regarding active land development regulations and available regulatory options for Texas counties (Commissioner Holt). The court was to reconvene in open session afterward to consider any actions. Key Outcomes No decisions or votes were recorded in the provided agenda. The court adjourned following the executive session.

The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in regular session on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom. All members were present: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner George Conley (Precinct 1), Commissioner Holt (Precinct 2), Commissioner Walden (Precinct 3), and Commissioner Hale (Precinct 4). County Attorney John Forrest and Deputy County Clerk Terri Moore were also present. The court considered a wide range of consent items, approvals, transportation projects, executive session matters, and plats. The meeting recessed for executive session from 9:25 a.m. to 10:46 a.m. and adjourned at 12:16 p.m. Consent Calendar - Approved auditor line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, and audit reports. (The certification of revenues was not submitted.) - Accepted treasurer's reports on fund balances, pledged securities, payroll, insurance, retirement, and monthly investment report. County Treasurer Becky McCullough noted two personnel change forms and SB 22 supplement increases from the District Attorney's Office. - Approved county judge's minutes, monthly reports, and personnel changes. - Approved interdepartmental transfers, donation of a Glock 9mm and a Ruger P95 to the Sheriff's Office, purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab for the EOC from Caldwell Chevrolet, an annual subscription with Environmental Systems Research Institute, waiver of the purchasing policy for ammunition purchases (waiving requirement for three written quotes for totals between $5,000 and $99,999), a Spectrum Business service order for fiber at the Santa Fe Annex and Office of Emergency Services, and purchase of 20 Bellator III 20x30 shields and bags for the Sheriff's Office. - Approved transfer of a 2010 Chevy Colorado from Precinct 2 to the IT Department for $100. - All consent items were approved by unanimous motion (Walden/Conley). Proclamations and Presentations - Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Approved a proclamation declaring October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. County Attorney John Forrest presented, and Lisa Mehrhoff, Victim's Assistance Coordinator, provided information. Motion carried (Walden/Holt). - Veteran's Day Celebration: Approved request from the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce's Veteran Business Council to use the Dallas & York parking lot and northwest quadrant for the Veteran's Day Celebration on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Amy O'Ready, Chamber spokesperson, presented. Motion carried (Hale/Conley). - Regional Transportation Council Update: Judge Deen provided an update; no action. - TERP Program: Commissioner Walden discussed the Texas Emission Reduction Plan; no action. - Justice Center Bond and Jail Expansion Bond Update: District Clerk Sharena Gilliland presented an update; update only. Grant Authorizations and Interlocal Agreements - Supporting Border Crisis Response Grant: Approved authorizing County Judge to apply for, accept, or modify the grant. Motion carried (Conley/Hale). - Indigent Defense Formula Grant: Approved Resolution 25-29. Motion carried (Hale/Holt). - Victim Assistance Grant: Approved resolution to apply. Motion carried (Hale/Conley). - 2025 HAVA Election Security Grant: Approved accepting award. Motion by Judge Deen, seconded by Commissioner Hale, carried. - Interlocal Agreements: Approved jail services with City of Reno, inmate housing with Cooke County, TxDOT agreement for FM 3325 Farmer Road, SRO with Peaster ISD, and road repair agreements with Town of Peaster and Peaster ISD (including addendum). All carried. - Parker County Special Utility District: Approved water line permit on Fairview Road. Motion carried (Walden/Holt). Personnel and Administrative Approvals - Waivers: Approved waiving 10-day posting for Sheriff's Deputy and Telecommunicator for FY 2025-2026. Both carried. - Stop Loss Deductible: Approved keeping current level. Motion carried (Holt/Conley). - SB 22 Supplement Increases: No action. - Salaries Discussion: No action. - Economic Development Council Meeting: Approved Q1 meeting with Parker County EDC, with potential to make recurring. Motion carried (Holt/Hale). - Granicus Agreement: Approved execution. Motion carried (Holt/Conley). - Deputy Constable Bonds/Oaths: Approved for James Ryan Speegle, Corey Shane Harris, and Traci Ingram. All carried. - Law Library Renewal: Approved renewal. Motion carried (Conley/Walden). - Pauper Cremation: Approved Order 25-31 with $850 payment. Motion carried (Holt/Conley). - Appraisal District Board: Approved Resolution 25-30 nominating Joe Wilkinson. Motion carried (Walden/Holt). Transportation Projects - Bond Project Reporting: Morgan McElwain, Freese & Nichols, presented monthly report. No action. - Advanced Funding Agreements with TxDOT: Approved three agreements: FM 730 from US 180 to IH-20 (motion Walden/Hale), FM 1187 from FM 5 to Aledo Iona Road (motion Hale/Conley), and Section 130 Sign and Striping Project (motion Walden/Holt). Executive Session and Subsequent Actions Court entered executive session at 9:25 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, and 551.074. Reconvened at 10:46 a.m. - Land Development Regulations: No action. - Justice Center and Jail: Approved designating Jail Bond funding for Fort Walters Jail Annex. Motion carried (Walden/Hale). - 1105 Santa Fe Drive: No action. - 2 Dean Drive, Aledo: Approved accepting counter offer for Parcel 12 of East Bankhead Highway Project. Motion carried (Hale/Conley). - 15503 Old Weatherford Road, Aledo: Approved accepting property donation. Motion carried (Hale/Conley). - Strategic Projects Coordinator: Approved hiring Brian Grimes as Strategic Projects Director (title change) starting October 27, 2025, at $140,000 salary from Contingency. Motion by Judge Deen, seconded by Commissioner Holt, carried. Plats and Subdivisions Precinct 1 (Commissioner Conley): - Approved revision process for Westridge Estates (2 lots, 4.486 acres). - Approved rule change prohibiting backyard driveways onto county roads. - Approved extension/calling maintenance bond in Bittersweet Springs Subdivision. Residents Jane Galvin, Kylan Wilson, and Stacey McCarthy spoke. - Approved Atmos Energy gas line permit on Newfield Lane. - Approved final plat for Pleasant Oaks Phase 4 (1 lot, 2.0 acres). - Released construction bond for Thomas Len Estates Phase 2 and accepted maintenance bond. Precinct 2 (Commissioner Holt): - No action on speed limit change on Ric Williamson. - Released maintenance bond for Sarra Ranch and accepted several roads as county-maintained. - Released construction bond and accepted maintenance bond for Monarch Villas. - Approved six-month extension for Goodnight Ranch/Loving Springs. - Approved final plat for Twin Ponds (4.361 acres) and Special Warranty Deed. - Approved final plat for Trails End (4 lots, 8.1874 acres). - Approved interlocal agreements and addendum with Town of Peaster and Peaster ISD. - Released construction bond and accepted maintenance bond for VH Ranch Estates. - Approved six-month extensions for Monarch Manor Phase 3, Whispering Winds Phases 1 & 2, and Parker Meadows maintenance bonds. - No action on Oxen Acres final plat after resident Roxie Davidson expressed concerns. Precinct 3 (Commissioner Walden): - Released maintenance bonds for Bulldog Crossing Phase 2 (accepted Resolute Road), Bulldog Crossing Phase 3 (accepted Churchill Lane, Marine Circle, English Lane, Tillman Boulevard), and Ox Mill Creek (accepted Carsyn Creek Road). - Approved revision process for Weatherford Mini-Ranch Estates (2 lots, 4.999 acres). - Approved addendum for road repairs with City of Brock. - Released maintenance bond for Elevation Estates Phase 2 (accepted multiple roads). Precinct 4 (Commissioner Hale): - No action on revision process for Bear Creek Ranch (1 lot, 7.89 acres). - Approved revision process for Younger Ranch (2 lots, 11.626 acres). Key Outcomes - Unanimous approvals on consent agenda and most agenda items; all motions carried without recorded dissent. - Major decisions: Approved funding for Jail Annex at Fort Walters; accepted property counter offer and donation; hired Strategic Projects Director at $140,000. - No action: on SB 22 supplements, salary discussion, speed limit change on Ric Williamson, Bear Creek Ranch revision, and Oxen Acres final plat. - Next steps: County Judge authorized to execute multiple agreements with TxDOT, Granicus, and grant applications; recurring EDC meeting scheduled Q1; maintenance bond extensions for several subdivisions.

The Parker County Commissioners Court met on September 22, 2025, at 9:01 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse. The meeting was recessed at 11:20 a.m. and reconvened at 3:03 p.m., with a second recess for executive session from 3:21 p.m. to 4:04 p.m. The court adjourned at 4:16 p.m. All commissioners (Conley, Holt, Walden, Hale) and County Judge Pat Deen were present. The meeting covered routine consent items, numerous approvals of interlocal agreements, vehicle purchases, subdivision plats, a public hearing, executive session discussions, and the adoption of the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and tax rates. Consent Calendar - Auditor items: Certification of revenues, line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, and audit reports were submitted without discussion. - Treasurer items: Report on fund balances, approval of payroll and insurance, monthly investment report, and release of pledged securities were approved unanimously. - County Judge items: Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, and personnel changes were approved as part of the consent motion. - Purchasing items: Interdepartmental transfers of equipment, final results of online surplus auction (7/21/25-8/1/25) totaling $29,372.97 (allocated to various funds), discretionary exemptions under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 for October 2025-September 2026, salvage/destruction of a storage building at Juvenile Probation, notification of located missing inventory, and multiple vehicle purchases (see Key Outcomes for specifics) were all approved. Public Hearings - Precinct 1: Public hearing opened at 11:04 a.m. on the cancellation order (OR25-27) for Hagood Ranch Phase Two (179.37 acres, developer Hagood Ranch Partners LLC). No public comments were heard; the hearing closed at 11:04 a.m. The court approved the cancellation. - Precinct 2: Two public hearings were held: one for Sarra Ranch Lot 37 & 38 revision (4.0 acres, developer Gayla Fernandez) and one for Sarra Ranch Lot 28 & 29 revision (4.0 acres, developers Brian Gourgues and Juleene Rushing). No public comments were heard for either; both were approved. Discussion Items - Presentation of 2024 Distinguished Service Award: Teri Hubbard of the Parker County Historical Commission presented the award from the Texas Historical Commission. The court approved a proclamation for the commission. - Proclamation of Constitution Week: Linda Schmidt (Current Regent, DAR Weatherford Chapter), Harriet Helm (Honorary Chair), and Shirley Godfrey (Committee Chair) presented a request to proclaim September 17-23, 2025 as Constitution Week. Approved unanimously. - License Plate Recycling Program: Tax Assessor-Collector Jenny Gentry presented a program to recycle license plates for Auto Registration to provide additional training funding. Approved. - Interlocal Agreements and Contracts: Jamie Tierce, County Planner, presented several items: Interlocal Agreement with City of Willow Park for Dispatch Services (approved); with Brock ISD for School Resource Officer (approved); with City of Mineral Wells, Willow Park, Aledo, Weatherford College for Jail Services (all approved); and Claims Compensation Bureau for Visa Debit Card Antitrust Litigation (approved to engage in litigation). The contract with Emergency Services District 1 for Fire Marshal services was initially presented with no action, but later in the afternoon session it was approved with a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Walden opposed). - Executive Session: The court entered closed session at 9:36 a.m., reconvening at 10:57 a.m., and later again from 3:21 p.m. to 4:04 p.m. Topics included consultation with attorneys on land development regulations, pending litigation regarding Texas Opioid Settlements, update on Parker County Justice Center and Jail, property at 1105 Santa Fe Drive, and Strategic Projects Coordinator position. No action was taken on land development regulations, the Justice Center update, or the coordinator position. The court approved submitting a claim to join new opioid settlements (motion by Commissioner Holt, second by Commissioner Walden). The court also approved the purchase of the property at 1105 Santa Fe Drive, Weatherford, Texas for $3.2 million plus closing costs, with the County Judge authorized to sign closing agreements and the Auditor and Treasurer to process the wire. - Regional Transportation Council Update: County Judge Deen presented a discussion/update; notification only. - Plats (Subdivision Approvals): - Precinct 1: Approved Oak Grove Addition revision (7 lots, 11.172 acres), Stone Creek Ranch groundwater study, final plat (43 lots, 106.34 acres), letter of credit, Clearview Estates final plat (84 lots, 107.88 acres within Springtown ETJ), letter of credit, Quail Hollow final plat (126 lots, 179.37 acres), denial of Frontier damage claim (200 Manderley Lane, May 21, 2024), and Jamie Acres revision (8 lots, 11.48 acres). - Precinct 2: Approved Sarra Ranch revisions (Lots 37&38 and Lots 28&29). No action was taken on the Zion Valley Phase Two groundwater study, final subdivision (62.60 acres), or letter of credit. - Precinct 3: Approved Country Place Section B revision (1 lot, 11.970 acres) and groundwater study waiver; extended maintenance bonds for Bulldog Crossing Phase Two and Three, and Ox Mill Creek Ranch Addition Phase Two. - Precinct 4: Approved Bear Creek Ranch revision (1 lot, 7.89 acres) and Aaron Acres final plat (4 lots, 10.0061 acres within Fort Worth ETJ). Notifications from City of Fort Worth regarding Walsh Ranch Quail Valley Planning Areas 7A and 7B were received for notice only. - Accepted into Minutes: The court accepted the following executed documents without separate votes: Parker County Office of Emergency Services Quarterly Report; automatic bank draft authorizations for Auto Registration from Fire House Motors, Wayne Hodges Trailer Sales, Whit Tom Auto Group, Dutton Motors, and Trinity Resource Partners; Mid-Continental Restoration Main Courthouse Window Replace/Repair Agreement; renewal agreement with TXDPS for Lease 10647; interlocal agreements with City of Hudson Oaks for Jail Services and Dispatch Services; and the Regional Public Defender Office for Capital Cases. Key Outcomes - Online Surplus Auction: Final proceeds of $29,372.97 from the auction ending August 1, 2025 were allocated: $18,062.22 to Fund 10, $2,005.25 to Fund 1, $6,172.00 to Fund 3, $22,151.00 to Seizure Funds, and a $362.75 rebate with a new auction service. - Vehicle Purchases (all approved): - BUY PC26-02: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2WD Crew Cab for County Attorney (Caldwell Chevrolet). - BUY PC26-03: 2026 Chevrolet Trax for Building & Grounds (Caldwell Chevrolet). - TSA PC26-04: 2025 Silverado PPV for Constable 3 with outfitting (Holliday Chevrolet). - BUY PC26-05: Two 2026 Chevrolet 1/2 ton CC for Sheriff CID (Caldwell Chevrolet). - BUY PC26-06: Fifteen 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes PPV (14 patrol, 1 interdiction) with outfitting. - BUY PC26-07: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 2WD CC for Animal Control (Caldwell Country Chevrolet). - BUY PC26-08: Three 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes PPV for Transport Department. - Software Contracts: Approved OpenGov Financials Contract Amendment 3 for a one-year renewal (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026) and Tyler Munis Change Order 2 (new financial software). - Axon Contract for Constable 1: Approved lease for body cameras and tasers with annual payments of $6,630.36 (body/in-car cameras) and $3,847.68 (tasers) for five years. - Personnel Actions: Waived 10-day posting for Deputy Constable in Precinct 4 and for North Residential Disposal Center Operator position (start date Oct 1, 2025). Accepted resignation of Joe Wilkinson from ESD 8 Board and authorized posting for replacement. - Elected Officials Salaries for FY 2026: Approved with a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Holt voted no). - Budget Adoption for FY 2025-2026: Approved with a motion to increase contingency amount to $5.7 million, of which $707,750 is for predetermined capital allocations, $3.2 million for land use and facilities, and $1,792,250 as generic contingency. The overall budget was adopted unanimously. - Tax Rates for FY 2025-2026: Approved the following rates: General Fund Maintenance & Operations: 0.178562; Debt Service: 0.056460; Lateral Road and Bridge Fund: 0.050048; Total tax rate: 0.285070. Ratified by unanimous vote. - Property Purchase: Approved purchase of 1105 Santa Fe Drive, Weatherford, TX for $3.2 million plus closing costs, with Judge Deen authorized to sign agreements. - Opioid Settlements: Approved submitting a claim to join new opioid settlements. - Fire Marshal Services Contract: Approved contract with ESD 1 for Fire Marshal services (4-1, Commissioner Walden opposed). Note: The agenda listed a 8:15 a.m. start time, but the meeting opened at 9:01 a.m. per the minutes.

The Parker County Commissioners Court met in budget session on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the Parker County Courthouse in Weatherford, Texas. The agenda listed a start time of 8:15 a.m.; the public hearing opened at 9:02 a.m. and the meeting adjourned at 11:26 a.m. Presiding were County Judge Pat Deen and Commissioners Conley (Pct. 1), Holt (Pct. 2), Walden (Pct. 3), and Hale (Pct. 4), with County Attorney John Forrest and Deputy County Clerk Terri Moore present. Public Hearing – Proposed Tax Rate FY2025-2026 - The public hearing opened at 9:02 a.m. and closed at 9:19 a.m. Richard Heiser, Commissioner Walden, County Judge Deen, Commissioner Holt, and Commissioner Hale presented information on the proposed tax rate. The minutes list the hearing as submitted; no vote on the tax rate is recorded. Approval – Willow Park Road Repair Interlocal Agreement - The court approved an addendum to the Municipal-County Contract for Road Repair with the City of Willow Park and Precinct Four through an interlocal agreement for road improvements. Motion by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Conley; motion carried. Capital & Non-Capital Budget Requests - Approved the purchase of one tower that was specifically budgeted. Motion by Commissioner Holt, second by County Judge Deen. Vote: Ayes – Judge Deen and Commissioners Conley, Holt, and Hale; Noes – Commissioner Walden. Motion carried. - Approved Constable 1's request for Motorola APX radios after the price increase of $570 each. Motion by Commissioner Conley, second by Commissioner Holt; carried. - Approved the price increase of $570 each for Constable 3, Patrol, and EOC requests for Motorola APX radios. Motion by Commissioner Walden, second by Commissioner Hale; carried. - Approved the purchase of a fixed asset printer for barcode labels for $1,445. Motion by Commissioner Walden, second by Commissioner Holt; carried. - Received notification only on the Fund 10 Rollover clarification regarding the hailstorm property insurance claim. As stated in the minutes, the total allowed amount was 1,383,000,000, and accepting the $500,000 aesthetic claim reduced the total to be received to $937,773,086; this amount did not include damages to the Precinct 3 barn or the Jim Wright building. - Approved the updated quote for Precinct 4's mechanic truck service for a single rear wheel. Motion by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Conley; carried. Salaries and Benefits for Non-Elected Employees - Approved Judge Johnson's request for her staff to be paid on parity with the Court Coordinators of the other three courts. Motion by County Judge Deen, second by Commissioner Holt; carried. - Judge Dean's request to increase pay for the Probate Auditor/Court Coordinator failed for lack of a second after County Judge Deen made the motion. - Approved County Attorney John Forrest's request to increase investigator salaries in the workbook plus the 4% COLA. Motion by Commissioner Conley, second by Commissioner Hale; carried. - Approved new programs in the county health plan, presented by County Treasurer Becky McCullough. Motion by Commissioner Holt, second by Commissioner Walden; carried. - Approved creation of a Veteran's Administrative Assistant position alongside the current Veteran's Assistance Coordinator in anticipation of the current Coordinator's retirement; the position was to become a true officer once the current Coordinator retired, with the Court to interview the assistant as the potential replacement. Motion by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Conley; carried. Jim Wright House Update - Commissioner Walden and Bill Warren of the Parker County Historical Commission provided an update on repairs to the Jim Wright house. Notification only. Executive Session – Real Estate - The court entered closed session at 10:10 a.m. under Texas Government Code Section 551.072 to discuss property at 1105 Santa Fe Dr., Weatherford, Texas. County Attorney John Forrest, Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Ashley Marineau, and Auditor Brianna Fowler entered and left at various times. The court reconvened in open session at 10:49 a.m. and took no action on the property. Special Revenue Funds and Projects - County Clerk Lila Deakle presented the FY26 Preservation, Restoration, and Records Archive Plan. The court approved the archive plan by motion of Commissioner Holt, second by Commissioner Walden; motion carried. - Auditor Brianna Fowler notified the court that the Code of Criminal Procedure requires the District Attorney and Sheriff to provide the court a list of items and budget for the upcoming year for their forfeited funds. Notification only. Precincts Fund 50 and Funds 1-4 Budgets - The court took no action on the Precincts Fund 50 and Funds 1-4 budgets for FY2025-2026, on their Capital & Non-Capital Budget Requests, or on the Road & Bridge Allocation. General Fund Budget FY2025-2026 - Budget Analyst Bianca Lord and Auditor Brianna Fowler presented budget adjustment updates for the General Fund. Notification only. Key Outcomes - Approved the Willow Park road repair interlocal agreement. - Approved one tower, radio price increases, a fixed asset printer, and Precinct 4's truck service quote. - Approved staff parity, investigator salary increases, health plan changes, and a new Veteran's Administrative Assistant position. - Failed to approve the Probate Auditor pay raise for lack of a second. - Took no action on 1105 Santa Fe Dr., the precinct budgets, and the Road & Bridge Allocation. - Adjourned by motion of Commissioner Conley, second by Commissioner Holt; motion carried at 11:26 a.m.

The Parker County Commissioners Court met in regular session on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 8:30 AM in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse. The meeting recessed at 9:57 AM and reconvened at 10:08 AM, adjourning at 11:17 AM. Key items included discussions on a cybersecurity grant, parking lot reimbursement, insurance claims, and in-depth budget deliberations for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Approval Items - I.A – OOG Cybersecurity Initiative Grant: James Caywood, IT Director, and Brianna Fowler, County Auditor, reported that the county was not awarded funds from the Homeland Security grant from the Governor’s Office. No action was taken. - I.B – Reimbursement from General Fund to Precinct 3 (Sheriff’s Office Parking Lot): Brianna Fowler requested the shortage be covered by the General Fund. Chief Deputy Mark Arnett provided information. A motion by Commissioner Walden, seconded by Commissioner Hale, to pay for the actual work completed at the FEMA rate was carried. - I.C – 2025 Insurance Claims: Kim Rivas, Purchasing Agent, requested rolling $110,483 to the FY2026 Budget to complete repairs on approximately fourteen vehicles damaged in a hail storm. Motion carried. A second motion approved using insurance revenue from buildings that will not be repaired to repair the CSCD Building, the Jail and Justice Center, and the Senior Citizens Building. A third motion approved the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) deductible and insurance payment for wind damage in Precinct 3 to replace a destroyed building; all motions carried. Discussion Items – General Fund Budget FY2025-2026 - Salaries and Benefits for Non-Elected Employees: Brianna Fowler reported that a position previously funded by the Juvenile Truancy Prevention Grant would no longer be covered by the grant. The court approved covering the employee’s pay and insurance premiums, and also approved covering the $2,765 shortfall from the General Fund. County Treasurer Becky McCullough presented the County Attorney’s request to apply the 4% COLA to SB 22 supplements, also for Assistant District Attorneys, CPS Paralegal, and Investigators. Motion carried. Additionally, an order for increased pay for Court Reporters, Auditor’s Office Budget, District Court Coordinators, and CCL Court Coordinators was approved, with the 4% COLA applied to District and County Court Coordinators. - Capital & Non-Capital Budget Requests: - Purchase of a vehicle with outfitting for Constable PCT 3 for $79,270 was approved. - An additional $2,000 for a ballistic shield for Constable 2 was approved. - A request for $250,000 in radio contingency for equipment at existing towers was discussed; no action taken. - Funding for flooding sirens and drones was approved; a line for drone software was added to make it county-wide. - An IT contingency request for an additional $40,000 was authorized, with the Auditor’s office given authority to override the budget as necessary. - Rollovers totaling $2,869,457 were approved as outlined. - A $91,604 rollover for Precinct 4’s utility bed for a mechanic truck was approved. - Technology fund contingencies for Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 (Fund 57: $22,000) and Fund 76 ($15,001) were approved. - For the Juvenile Probation Fund, $4,000,000 was allocated to contingency for purchase, renovation, and associated expenses. - For the Jim Wright Building, $35,000 was allocated to the Budget and $65,000 to Contingency. - Special Revenue Funds and Projects: Brianna Fowler presented interest allocations from the early payoff of the TXDOT Rick Williamson pass-through. A motion to split $900,000 among precincts ($300,000 to Precincts 1 & 4 each, $150,000 to Precincts 2 & 3 each) was approved, with Commissioner Conley dissenting (4-1). Bianca Lord, Budget Analyst, provided an update; no action taken. - General Fund Budget (Fire Marshal Position): Brianna Fowler and Steven Watson, ESD 1 Chief, presented information. A motion to approve a one-year contract with ESD 1 for a Fire Marshal and to move the secretary position to 406 was approved 4-1, with Commissioner Walden opposing. Discussion Items – Precincts Fund 50 and Funds 1-4 Budgets - No action was taken on any of the sub-items (budget presentation, capital/non-capital requests, or road and bridge allocation). Key Outcomes - Votes recorded: - I.B (parking lot reimbursement) – Motion carried (no specific tally). - I.C (insurance claims) – All three motions carried. - II.D Salaries – Multiple motions carried. - II.C Capital – Multiple motions carried; radio contingency: no action. - II.E Special Revenue – Approved 4-1 (Conley no). - II.A Fire Marshal – Approved 4-1 (Walden no). - The meeting adjourned at 11:17 AM.

The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in regular session on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse. All five commissioners were present: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner George Conley (Precinct 1), Commissioner Holt (Precinct 2), Commissioner Walden (Precinct 3), and Commissioner Hale (Precinct 4). The meeting included an invocation by Mark Julian of North Side Baptist Church and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Conley. The court approved consent items, discussed transportation projects, adopted resolutions related to the 2025 Justice Bond, set the proposed tax rate for FY2026, held an executive session, and acted on numerous plats and interlocal agreements. The meeting adjourned at 11:24 a.m. Consent Calendar - Auditor Items: Certification of revenues, line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, and audit reports were submitted without discussion. - Treasurer Items: Report on fund balances, approval of payroll and insurance payments, and the monthly investment report were submitted. (Pledged securities item had no action noted.) - County Judge Items: Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, and personnel changes were submitted. - Purchasing Items: Interdepartmental transfers (no action taken); RFP PC25-37 Ash Removal Services for North Convenience Center approved; RFP PC25-38 Brush Grinding for South Convenience Center approved; RFP PC25-24 Juvenile Probation Specialized Therapeutic and Skills Building Services approved. All consent items were approved by a single motion by Commissioner Walden, seconded by Commissioner Holt, with the motion carried. Discussion Items Proclamation for National Recovery Month Ashley Gainey presented information, and County Judge Deen read a proclamation declaring September 2025 as National Recovery Month in Parker County. The court unanimously approved. Transportation Projects Update (Agenda Item 5) Chris Bosco of Freese & Nichols presented the monthly report on bond projects. No action was taken on that report (Item 5A). - Program Management Services (5B): Bosco presented the contract; the court approved the Program Management contract (motion by Commissioner Walden, second by Commissioner Hale, carried). - Kelly Road Construction Contracts (5C): Bosco requested approval to award the construction contract to Prater Dirt Work, LLC. Motion by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Conley, carried. A separate motion (by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Conley) approved a construction management inspection and testing contract for the Kelly Road project. Approvals (Agenda Item 6) - 6C – Christmas on the Square: Gloria Martinez (Weatherford Chamber of Commerce) requested free use of four county lots on December 6, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Approved unanimously. - 6D – Pecan Valley Centers Board: Ruben DeHoyos requested reappointment of Elizabeth Lawrence for a two-year term (September 2025 to August 2027). Approved. - 6E – Jail Expansion Revenue Resolution: The court approved a Statement of Intent that any revenue from housing out-of-county inmates after the jail expansion must be used entirely to defray the tax impact of the Proposal A bond debt. Approved (motion by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Conley). - 6F – Justice Center Building Sale Resolution: The court approved a Statement of Intent that proceeds from selling the District Courts Building and County Attorney’s Building after the new Justice Center is completed must be used entirely to defray the tax impact of the Proposal B bond debt. Approved (motion by Commissioner Holt, second by Commissioner Hale). - 6J – Proposed Tax Rate for FY2026: Brianna Fowler (County Auditor) presented the Notice of 2026 property tax rates and proposed budget. Commissioner Walden moved to propose a total tax rate of 0.285070 ($0.285070 per $100 valuation), comprised of 0.178562 for maintenance and operations, 0.056460 for interest and sinking, and 0.050048 for lateral road and bridge, which is equal to the no-new-revenue tax rate. Seconded by Commissioner Hale, motion carried. - 6B – TNT Fireworks for Diwali: Shelly Hartman (TNT Fireworks) requested approval to conduct business during the state-approved selling season for the Diwali holiday. Approved (motion by Commissioner Walden, second by Commissioner Hale). - 6G – Transfer to Convenience Center: Sylvia Sandoval (Buildings and Grounds) presented a request to move $25,000 from general fund contingency to Department 513 Convenience Center. Approved. - 6H – Brokerage Account: Authorization for the County Judge to sign an application to open a brokerage account with National Financial Services LLC. Approved. - 6K – Water Line Right-of-Way: Approval for Parker County Special Utility District to lay a water line at 900 Lacy Drive in Precinct Three. Approved. - 6L through 6U – Interlocal Agreements and Renewals: The court approved: - Interlocal Agreement with City of Hudson Oaks for Dispatch Services - Interlocal Agreement with City of Hudson Oaks for Jail Services - Interlocal Agreement with Azle ISD for Jail Services - Renewal Agreement with TXDPS for Lease 10647 - Renewal Agreement with Tarrant Regional Auto Crimes Task Force - Supplement with Transunion TLO Contract and PCSO - Renewal Agreement with Pecan Valley Centers for Transportation - Approval of upcoming surgery costs for the Victim’s Assistance Court Dog - Renewal contract for RBPM Facility in Azle (Lease No. 697DCM-20-L-00127) - Interlocal Agreement with City of Weatherford for Operation of the Animal Control Shelter All motions were carried unanimously with specified movers and seconders. Executive Session (Agenda Item 8) The court entered closed session at 9:32 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.072 to consult with attorneys regarding: (a) active land development regulations, (b) land development regulation options, and (c) any other matter described in the agenda. The session also covered updates on the Justice Center and Jail and discussion of property at 1105 Santa Fe Dr., Weatherford. The open session reconvened at 10:52 a.m. - 8A & 8B: No action was taken on land development regulations or the Justice Center/Jail update. - 8C – Property at 1105 Santa Fe Dr.: The court approved authorizing the County to enter a Letter of Intent (LOI) regarding the property (motion by Commissioner Hale, second by Commissioner Holt). Salary Grievance Committee Update (Agenda Item 6I) County Clerk Lila Deakle updated the court on the Salary Grievance Committee hearing. The court approved the update (motion by County Judge Deen, second by Commissioner Holt). Plats (Agenda Item 9) Precinct 1: - Waiver for groundwater study for Pleasant Oaks Phase 4 (1 lot, 2.0 acres) – approved. - Waiver for groundwater study for Whitewolf Trail (2 lots, 5.002 acres) – approved. - Release of Letter of Credit for Andy Ranch and acceptance of Andy Ranch Court as county road – approved. - Acceptance of extension Letter of Credit for Windmill Creeks – approved. - Release of Letters of Credit for Calhoun Acres and Oak Grove Addition, accepting multiple roadways (including Coalson Crossing, Gatlin Pass, etc., and Hayden Faith Court, Oak Grove Way, etc.) – approved. - Release of Letter of Credit for Thomas Estates Phase 3, accepting Johnnie Drive and Ronnie Court – approved. Precinct 2: - Waiver for groundwater study for Sarra Ranch (two separate 1-lot, 4.0-acre parcels) – approved. - Waiver for variance for driveway distances (Trails End subdivision) – approved. - Final plat for Trails End (4 lots, 8.1874 acres) – no action taken. - Acceptance of Special Warranty Deed for Trails End right-of-way – no action taken. - Begin revision process for Arbor Hills (combination of 2 lots, 4.0042 acres) – approved. - Waiver for groundwater study for Arbor Hills – approved. - Final revision for Zion Trails Phase 3 (2 lots, 4.40 acres) – public hearing opened and closed at 11:11 a.m. with no public comment; plat approved. - Begin process to change speed limit in Oak Tree Ranch Estates to 20 miles per hour – approved. Precinct 3: - Begin revision process for Durant’s Tin Top Subdivision (2 lots, 1.595 acres) with waivers – approved. Precinct 4: - Accept performance bond for Blue Jack Ranch Phase 1 – approved. Acceptance into Minutes (Agenda Item 7) The following documents were entered into the official minutes without separate votes: - Parker County Buildings & Grounds Department Quarterly Report - Executed Automatic Bank Draft Authorization (BOMGAARS SUPPLY INC) for Auto Registration transactions - Warranty Deed & Title Policy for Church Rd., Newsom Mound Rd., and Veal Station Rd. projects - Executed Interlocal Agreement Title IV-E Child Welfare Key Outcomes - Proposed Tax Rate Set: The court proposed a FY2026 total tax rate of $0.285070 per $100 valuation, equal to the no-new-revenue rate. A final vote will occur at a later date. - Resolutions for Bond Debt Relief: Two Statements of Intent were approved to ensure that revenue from jail expansion and building sales will be used to reduce the tax impact of the 2025 Parker County Justice Bond (Proposals A and B). - Kelly Road Construction: Awarded to Prater Dirt Work, LLC; separate inspection contract approved. - Executive Session Action: Authorized entering a Letter of Intent for property at 1105 Santa Fe Dr., Weatherford. - 20+ interlocal agreements, renewals, and plats approved unanimously (notable exceptions: no action on Trails End final plat and Special Warranty Deed). - Adjournment: Court adjourned at 11:24 a.m.

A regular meeting of the Parker County Commissioners Court was scheduled for Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse, One Courthouse Square, Weatherford, Texas. The agenda consisted of an introduction to the salary grievance process, a public hearing and possible action on salary grievances filed by Parker County Elected Officials, and adjournment. No meeting minutes or transcript were provided, so this summary is based solely on the agenda. The agenda and supplied timestamp differ on time: the agenda lists 5:00 P.M. Central, while the meeting timestamp indicates 13:15 UTC; that discrepancy could not be reconciled from the available records. Agenda Item I – Introduction and Background to Grievance Process - The first agenda item was an introduction and background presentation on the grievance process delivered by Salary Grievance Committee Chairman and County Judge Pat Deen. No details of this presentation were available in the record. Agenda Item II – Salary Grievances by Parker County Elected Officials (Public Hearing) - The agenda called for discussion and possible action on salary grievances submitted by Parker County Elected Officials, described as "included but not limited to" grievances brought by Judge Deen. The item was designated as a PUBLIC HEARING, allowing for public input, but no testimony or discussion was recorded in the available materials. - No statistics, percentages, or specific salary amounts were provided in the agenda. No speaker positions or testimony were captured because no minutes or transcript were available. Agenda Item III – Adjournment - The final agenda item was adjournment. No time of adjournment or related details were recorded in the available materials. Key Outcomes - No votes, decisions, or official actions could be confirmed, as no minutes or transcript were provided for this meeting. - The only verifiable facts are the scheduled date (September 4, 2025), the listed agenda items, and the location. - A notable discrepancy exists between the agenda's stated meeting time (5:00 P.M.) and the timestamp associated with the meeting record (2025-09-04 13:15:00+00:00).