On the agenda: Caldwell County July 23, 2026 — data center (Jul 23)

COMMISSIONERS COURT MINUTES
110 S Main St.2nd Floor, Lockhart, Texas
Commissioners Court fu$ 23,2026,9:00 AM

Hoppy Haden
Teresa Rodriguez

County Judge
County Clerk

B.J. Westmoreland
Rusty Horne

Ed Theriot
Dyral Thomas

Commissioner, Pct. I
Commissioner, Pct.2
Commissioner, Pct.3
Commissioner, Pct.4

A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Judge Haden called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

B. IIWOCATION - Timothy Parker
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS:
(Texas Pledge: Honor the Texas Flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.)

Judge Haden lead all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and Texas Flag.

D. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Items or comments from Court members or staff.

Commissioner Thomas thanked the Constables and Precinct 4 staff for their efforts in making the July
18 Dump Event a success.

Judge Haden announced that he and Richard Sitton, Assistant Criminal District Attorney{ivil, signed a
pre-sale agreement with Loan Acquisition Group for a potential data center project.

Judge Haden also announced that Richard Sitton's employment had been terminated. He advised the

Commissioners not to discuss the matter among themselves or with him to avoid the risk of a walking quorum
Judge Haden stated that an agenda item regarding the replacement of Richard Sitton and the future operations of
the Civil Division and what pertains to Judge Haden's office would be presented at a future meeting.

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CITIZENS' COMMENTS:
At this time any person may speak to Commissioners Court if they have filled out a Caldwell County Commissioners
Court Participation Form. Comments will be limited to four (4) minutes per person. No action will be taken on these
items and no discussion will be had between the speaker(s) and members of the Court. The Court does retain the
right to correct factual inaccuracies made by the speakers. (If longer than 30 minutes, then the balance of comments
will continue as the last agenda item of the day.) Citizens' Comments may be submitted to the Court by using the

form found at: https://www.co.caldwell.tx.us/page/CommissionersCourtForm
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Fred Weber, Criminal District Attorney, addressed a real estate transaction involving Judge Haden and
Richard Sitton, Assistant Criminal District Attorney{ivil, concerning the potential sale of their ranch
properties to a company interested in developing data centers. Mr. Weber stated that, in his opinion, the
transaction could present the appearance ofa conflict ofinterest. He funher stated that he believed he had
an obligation to address the matter and provide transparency to the public and taxpayers.

Andrew McClish, a resident of Prairie Lea, congratulated the Court on retaining the all-way stop signs in
his neighborhood. He also questioned the Court regarding his request on the traffic safety study, and an
explanation of its findings.

F.

CONSENT AGENDA:
(The following consent items may be acted upon in one motion.)
F.1.To approve County Invoices and Purchase Orders in the amount of $909,782.69.
F.2.To approve County Payroll payment in the amount of $544,926.19 (0611412026 through0612712026).
F.3.To approve County Payroll Tax payment in the amount of $162,063.24 (0611412026 through 0612712026),
F.4.To ratify immediate check request to Johnny & Son's, LLC for $8,595.22.
F.S.To accept June2026 Tax Collection Report from the Caldwell County Appraisal District.
F.6.To approve notary bond for Constable PCT. 1 Administrative Assistant, Samantha Vasquez.
F.7.To approve bond for Constable PCT. I Administrative Assistant, Samantha Vasquez.
F.8.To approve blanket bond for Constable Deputies.
F.9.To accept The Caldwell County Constable PCT. I Jane2026 Report.
Motion made by Commissioner Home, seconded by Commissioner Westmoreland to Approve . All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

F.1 To approve County Invoices and Purchase Orders in the amount of $909,782.69.
7 23 2026 AP Payment Register.pdf
7 23 2026 AP Expense Approval Register.pdf

F.2 To approve County Payroll payment in the amount of $544,926.19 (0611412026
through 0612712026).
Payroll 061 42026 ttuu 06272026.pdf

F.3 To approve County Payroll Tax payment in the amount of $162,063.24 (0611412026
through 0612712026).
Payroll Tax 06142026 thru 06272026.pdf

F.4 To ratify immediate check request to Johnny & Son's, LLC for $8,595.22.
Emergency Packet - Johnny Sons REQ04608.pdf

F.5 To accept June2026 Tax Collection Report from the Caldwell County Appraisal
District. CCAD June 2026 Report.pdf

F.6 To approve notary bond for Constable PCT. 1 Administrative Assistant, Samantha
Vasquez. S. Vasquez Notary Bond-Redacted.pdf

F.7 To approve bond for Constable PCT. I Administrative Assistant, Samantha Vasquez.
S. Vasquez Bond_Redacted.pdf

F.8 To approve blanket bond for Constable Deputies.
Constable-Blanket Bond-Redacted.pdf
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F.9 To accept The Caldwell County Constable PCT. I June 2026 Report.
Constable PCT. 1 ltne2026 Report.pdf

H. DISCUSSION/ACTIONITEMS:
H.1 To discuss and take possible action regarding the approval of the Minutes for the July 9,
2026, regular meeting. Speaker: Judge Haden/Teresa Rodriguez; Backup: 1 l; Cost: $0.00
7.9.26 Agenda.pdf
7.9.26 Minutes.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Theriot, seconded by Commissioner Thomas to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

H.4 To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Bollinger Subdivision, Phase
5,{ consisting of one-lot on approxim ately 4.411 acres located on Bollinger Boulevard and off
F}d2120. Speaker: Commissioner Theriot/Kasi Miles; Backup: 2; Cost: $0.00
Final Plat for Bollinger - 5,A.
Motion made by Commissioner Theriot, seconded by Commissioner Horne to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

H.5 To consider the public street and drainage in Carpol Subdivision as complete and ready to begin
the two-year performance period as evidenced by a maintenance bond in the amount of $
48,755.00 for maintenance security. Speaker: Judge Haden/Commissioner Theriot/Donald

Leclerc; Backup: 3; Cost: $0.00
Bond No. WSC 30280534 LMIC 016255645.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Theriot, seconded by Commissioner Thomas to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

H.6 To discuss and take possible action to authorize the execution of Contract Amendment No.l and
Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 3 for the William Pettus
Road (CR 238) project between Caldwell County and Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC.
The amendment adds B2Z as a subconsultant and increases the amount payable under WA No. 3
from $1,868,426.67 to $1,872,384.87. Speaker: Judge Haden/Commissioner Theriot/Maria
Castanon; Backup: 25; Cost: $3,958.20
202607 23 -WilliamPettusRd-PapeDawson-ContractAmendment0 1 .pdf
202607 23 -WilliamPettusRd-PapeDawson-SWA 1 to WA 3.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Theriot, seconded by Commissioner Westmoreland to Approve
All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

H.7 To discuss and take possible action to authorize the execution of Contract Amendment No. 1 for
the SH 142 West Project. The amendment adds Transcend Engineering as a subconsultant to the
Professional Services Agreement for engineering services between Caldwell County and
American Structurepoint. Supplemental Work Authorization No. 1 will be brought forth for
Commissioners Court approval at a later date. Speaker: Judge Haden/Commissioner
Westmoreland/Commissioner TherioV Maria Castanon ; Backup: 11; Cost: TBD

SH142-Caldwell-Contract AmendmentNo.l to PSA AMD l.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Westmoreland, seconded by Commissioner Theriot to Approve
All voting "Aye."

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MOTION APPROVED.

H.8 To discuss and take possible action regarding the FY 2027 Air Quality Program Funding
request from CAPCOG in the amount of $2,884.00. Speaker: Judge Haden/Commissioner

Westmoreland; Backup: 7; Cost: $2,884.00

Air Quality Funding Request Letter_Caldwell.pdf
Memo_CAPCOG FY 2027 Air Quality Funding Request_7.3 .2026.pdf
2019-2026 Regional Air Quality Plan Scope of Work Revisions_Revised.pdf
Motion made by Commissioner Westmoreland, seconded by Commissioner Home to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.
H.9 To discuss and take possible action regarding the appointment of Tommy Yankovoy to the ESD
#3 Board to fill the remaining term of Commissioner David Murdoch, who moved out of state and resigned,
with the term expiring on December 31, 2027 . Speaker: Judge Haden/Commissioner Theriot; Backup: 1;
Cost: $0.00
ESD #3 Appointment - T. Yankovoy.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Theriot, seconded by Commissioner Thomas to Approve. Allvoting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.
H.l0 To discuss and take possible action regarding the Interlocal Agreement for the 2026-2027
Constable Security Program with Lockhart ISD. Speaker: Commissioner Westmoreland; Backup:
I 1; Cost: $0.00

LISD IA CSP 26-27.pdf
Motion made by Commissioner Westmoreland, seconded by Commissioner Thomas to Approve.
All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.
H.1 I To discuss and take possible action regarding an Electronic Services Agreement between
Grant Street Group, LLC and the Caldwell County, Texas Tax Assessor-Collector. Speaker:
Judge Haden/Debbie Sanders; Backup: 28; Cost: $0.00

FINAL Caldwell, Co TX TAC PaymentExpress Agreement.pdf
Motion made by Commissioner Westmoreland, seconded by Commissioner Home to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.
H.l2 To discuss and take possible action on the revised Caldwell County Emergency Management Basic
Plan that includes designating the Caldwell County Community and Evacuation Center as
the primary evacuee lodging facility, prohibiting pets (per the GLO grant), and permitting
service animals for individuals with disabilities.
Speaker: Judge Haden/Joann Garza-Mayberry/Hector Rangel; Backup: 31; Cost:
$0.00 Annex C Shelter and Mass Care Revised7Jril26 JGM.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Horne, seconded by Commissioner Theriot to Approve. All voting "Aye'"

MOTION APPROVED.
H.13 To discuss and take possible action regarding a Caldwell County Burn Ban. Speaker: Judge
Haden/Hector Rangel; Backup: 2; Cost: $0.00
Hector Rangel, Chief EMC, recommends keeping the burn ban off.
Burn Ban Order 7 .23.26.pdf
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Motion made by Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Theriot to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.
H. 14 To discuss and take possible action regarding Budget Transfer 15- 2026 moving $ I 5,670.00 for
Unit Road Purchase. Speaker: Judge Haden/Danie Teltow; Backup: 3; Cost: $0.00

BT 15-2026 UR Brush cutter.pdf
2 Brush Cutters for Skid Steers.pdf
Motion made by Commissioner Home, seconded by Commissioner Westmoreland to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.
H.15 To discuss and take possible action regarding Budget Transfer 16-2026, moving $42,000.00
to cover unforeseen case expenditures in District Court. Speaker: Judge Haden/Danie
Teltow; Backup: l; Cost: $0.00

BT 16-2026 District Judge.pdf
Motion made by Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Westmoreland to Approve
All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

G. PUBLIC HEARING 9:30 A.M.:
G.l Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Elected Officials' Salaries Public
Hearing opens at 9:30 a.m. and closes at9:32 a.m.
There are no speakers.
7.9.26 PH Notice - EO SalariesFY 26-27 Lockhart Post-Registerjpg
7.9.26 PH Notice - EO SalariesFY 26-27 Luling Newsboy.pdf

G.2 Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
Public Hearing opens at 9:32 a.m. and closes at9:34 a.m
There are no speakers.
7.9.26 PH Notice - Proposed Budget FY 26-27 Lockhart Post-Registerjpg
7.9.26 PH Notice - Proposed Budget FY 26-27 Luling

Newsboy.pdf Proposed Budget FY 26-27.pdf

H.2 To discuss and take possible action regarding the Elected Officials' Salaries for Fiscal Year 20262027. Speaker: Judge Haden/Danie Teltow; Backup: 2; Cost: $0.00
7.9.26 PH Notice - EO SalariesFY 26-27 Lockhart Post-Registerjpg
7.9.26 PH Notice - EO SalariesFY 26-27 Luling Newsboy.pdf

Motion made by Commissioner Westmoreland, seconded by Commissioner Home to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

H.3 To discuss and take possible action to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget. Speaker:
Judge Haden/Danie Teltow; Backup: 269; Cost: $0.00
County Auditor Danie Teltow requested that all department heads and elected officials review
the proposed budget and submit any necessary corrections or revisions prior to the adoption of

the final budget. Auditor
Danie Teltow advised that written confirmation via email would be appreciated, including
confirmation from those who have no requested changes.
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Notice - Proposed Budget FY 26-27 Lockhart Post-Registerjpg
7.9.26 PH Notice - Proposed Budget FY 26-27 Luling
7 .9.26 PH

Newsboy.pdf Proposed Budget FY 26-27.pdf
Motion made by Commissioner Home, seconded by Commissioner Westmoreland to Approve. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

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ADJOT]RNMENT:

Court adjourns at 9:36 a.m.

Motion made by Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Theriot to Adjourn. All voting "Aye."

MOTION APPROVED.

I, TERESA RODRIGUEZ, COUNTY CLERK AND EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS'
COURT, do hereby certif, that the foregoing contains a true and accurate record of the proceedings held by the
Caldwell County Commissioners'Court on July 23,2026.

AND EXTERESA
OF
THE
COMMISSIONERS'COURT
OFFICIO CLERK OF
CALDWELL COLTNTY, TEXAS.

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