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CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of October 26, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
C. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
D. Approve budget amendment No.04 to the El Paso County’s 2026-2027 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $6,400.00, decrease Capital Projects by $82,269.21, increase Grants by $159,615.50, thus increasing the overall budget of $698,149,465.00 to $698,233,211.29. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
E. Approve budget amendment No.48 to the El Paso County’s 2025-2026 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $23,113.00, thus increasing the overall budget of $695,280,574.27 to $695,303,687.27. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
F. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Offender/Defendant-Paid Ignition Interlock Device Service Operations Device Agreement between the County of El Paso and #1 A LifeSafer of Texas Interlock, Inc. for a one-year term. There is no fiscal impact to the County. (Contract No. 2026-0777) Catherine Jones, Director, Criminal Justice Coordination, 915-273-3353
G. Rescind the Commissioners Court Order of September 21, 2026, Item No. 4.K on the Consent Agenda to: Ratify the First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County’s tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County’s tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) As corrected, ratify the corrected First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County's tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County's tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Loan and Payroll Deduction Agreement between the County of El Paso, Texas and El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (EPCCSCD) employee for an In-Service Distribution. (Contract No. 2026-0782) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
I. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on the attached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
J. Approve and authorize the purchase of property, approximately an 11-acre parcel, being a portion of 18 Upper Valley Tract 6-C-3, El Paso County, Texas and authorize the County Judge and Purchasing Agent, or other designee, to execute all documents required for the purchase and closing. Funds are available in CP-BD24ISSUEC-PROPA-PARK IMPRO. (Contract No. 2026-0819) Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
K. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
L. Approve and ratify the County Judge’s signature and the submission of the Application for Variance to the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) requesting a three-month variance from minimum jail standards to allow additional inmates to be housed at the El Paso County Jail Annex. The application was submitted prior to Commissioners Court approval to allow for consideration at the November 2026 TCJS meeting. (14416-OP) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
M. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the County Judge to apply for the FY27 Texas Bar Foundation Grant, on behalf of the Domestic Relations Office, from June 1, 2027, through May 30, 2028, in the amount of $27,500 with no County match. (Contract No. 2026-0811) Brian Stanley, Executive Director, Domestic Relations Office, 915-273-3533
N. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office to apply for the Department of Justice BJA FY26 Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029, in the amount of $250,000. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying Certification. (Contract No. 2026-0812) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
O. GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Operation Lone Star Grant Award from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, in the amount of $3,061,184.27. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0813) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
P. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Specialty Courts Program for the 65th Family Drug Court in the amount of $99,401.50 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0781) Selina Saenz, District Judge, 65th District Court, (915) 273-3729
Q. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Innovative Civil Enforcement and Community Protection - County Solutions to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation grant for the County Attorney‘s Office from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, in the amount of $306,389.77. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0771) Aaron Setliff, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
R. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Project Hope – Juvenile Mental Health Court grant in the amount of $93,613.60 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No county match is required. (Contract 2026-0765) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
S. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court program grant award in the amount of $83,344.24 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0766) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of October 26, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
C. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
D. Approve budget amendment No.04 to the El Paso County’s 2026-2027 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $6,400.00, decrease Capital Projects by $82,269.21, increase Grants by $159,615.50, thus increasing the overall budget of $698,149,465.00 to $698,233,211.29. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
E. Approve budget amendment No.48 to the El Paso County’s 2025-2026 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $23,113.00, thus increasing the overall budget of $695,280,574.27 to $695,303,687.27. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
F. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Offender/Defendant-Paid Ignition Interlock Device Service Operations Device Agreement between the County of El Paso and #1 A LifeSafer of Texas Interlock, Inc. for a one-year term. There is no fiscal impact to the County. (Contract No. 2026-0777) Catherine Jones, Director, Criminal Justice Coordination, 915-273-3353
G. Rescind the Commissioners Court Order of September 21, 2026, Item No. 4.K on the Consent Agenda to: Ratify the First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County’s tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County’s tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) As corrected, ratify the corrected First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County's tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County's tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Loan and Payroll Deduction Agreement between the County of El Paso, Texas and El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (EPCCSCD) employee for an In-Service Distribution. (Contract No. 2026-0782) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
I. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on the attached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
J. Approve and authorize the purchase of property, approximately an 11-acre parcel, being a portion of 18 Upper Valley Tract 6-C-3, El Paso County, Texas and authorize the County Judge and Purchasing Agent, or other designee, to execute all documents required for the purchase and closing. Funds are available in CP-BD24ISSUEC-PROPA-PARK IMPRO. (Contract No. 2026-0819) Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
K. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
L. Approve and ratify the County Judge’s signature and the submission of the Application for Variance to the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) requesting a three-month variance from minimum jail standards to allow additional inmates to be housed at the El Paso County Jail Annex. The application was submitted prior to Commissioners Court approval to allow for consideration at the November 2026 TCJS meeting. (14416-OP) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
M. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the County Judge to apply for the FY27 Texas Bar Foundation Grant, on behalf of the Domestic Relations Office, from June 1, 2027, through May 30, 2028, in the amount of $27,500 with no County match. (Contract No. 2026-0811) Brian Stanley, Executive Director, Domestic Relations Office, 915-273-3533
N. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office to apply for the Department of Justice BJA FY26 Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029, in the amount of $250,000. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying Certification. (Contract No. 2026-0812) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
O. GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Operation Lone Star Grant Award from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, in the amount of $3,061,184.27. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0813) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
P. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Specialty Courts Program for the 65th Family Drug Court in the amount of $99,401.50 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0781) Selina Saenz, District Judge, 65th District Court, (915) 273-3729
Q. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Innovative Civil Enforcement and Community Protection - County Solutions to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation grant for the County Attorney‘s Office from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, in the amount of $306,389.77. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0771) Aaron Setliff, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
R. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Project Hope – Juvenile Mental Health Court grant in the amount of $93,613.60 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No county match is required. (Contract 2026-0765) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
S. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court program grant award in the amount of $83,344.24 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0766) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
RESOLUTIONS
A. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Staff Sergeant Shelia Yvette Anthony (Retired) as the 2026-2027 Veteran of the Year in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
B. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 4–11, 2026, as Operation Green Light for Veterans in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
C. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring November 5, 2026, as “IREM El Paso Chapter 84 Day” in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing the 115th Anniversary of the American Red Cross West Texas Chapter. Jackie Butler, Commissioner, Precinct 1, 915-273-3594
E. Approve and adopt a resolution to recognize and honor Radford School for its 116 years of educational distinction, civic engagement, and its unwavering commitment to preparing new generations of leaders who embody the school’s noble motto: “I learn, that I may serve.” David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559
F. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring October 4–10, 2026, as “National 4H Week” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
G. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 2026 as “National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month” and “National Family Caregivers Month” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
A. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Staff Sergeant Shelia Yvette Anthony (Retired) as the 2026-2027 Veteran of the Year in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
B. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 4–11, 2026, as Operation Green Light for Veterans in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
C. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring November 5, 2026, as “IREM El Paso Chapter 84 Day” in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing the 115th Anniversary of the American Red Cross West Texas Chapter. Jackie Butler, Commissioner, Precinct 1, 915-273-3594
E. Approve and adopt a resolution to recognize and honor Radford School for its 116 years of educational distinction, civic engagement, and its unwavering commitment to preparing new generations of leaders who embody the school’s noble motto: “I learn, that I may serve.” David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559
F. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring October 4–10, 2026, as “National 4H Week” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
G. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 2026 as “National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month” and “National Family Caregivers Month” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
PRESENTATION
COMMISSIONERS COURT
A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 418, discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to the County’s Judge’s Disaster Declaration, issued October 27th, 2026, regarding severe weather and flooding in El Paso County, and authorize the Chief Administrator to make necessary purchases for the relief of citizens and to preserve the property of the county during this ongoing public calamity and purchase items necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of El Paso County residents pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a). Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 418, discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to the County’s Judge’s Disaster Declaration, issued October 27th, 2026, regarding severe weather and flooding in El Paso County, and authorize the Chief Administrator to make necessary purchases for the relief of citizens and to preserve the property of the county during this ongoing public calamity and purchase items necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of El Paso County residents pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a). Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
A. Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action regarding the U.S. Census Bureau Proposed Rule 15 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 60 & 70 Docket No. 260903-0005 and approve comment submissions on behalf of El Paso County. Melissa Carrillo, Deputy County Administrator, County Operations, 915-273-3582
A. Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action regarding the U.S. Census Bureau Proposed Rule 15 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 60 & 70 Docket No. 260903-0005 and approve comment submissions on behalf of El Paso County. Melissa Carrillo, Deputy County Administrator, County Operations, 915-273-3582
AUDITOR
GRANT APPLICATIONS
A. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the 243rd Mental Health Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $451,292.00. A County match in the amount of $150,972.00 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0793) Selena Solis, District Judge, 243rd District Court, (915) 273-3729
B. GRANT APPLICATION: Approve and authorize the DWI/MERIT Drug Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program Grant from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $608,665.80. A County match in the amount of $202,888.60 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0794) Robert Anchondo, County Court Judge, County Criminal Court at Law 2, (915) 273-3717
A. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the 243rd Mental Health Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $451,292.00. A County match in the amount of $150,972.00 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0793) Selena Solis, District Judge, 243rd District Court, (915) 273-3729
B. GRANT APPLICATION: Approve and authorize the DWI/MERIT Drug Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program Grant from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $608,665.80. A County match in the amount of $202,888.60 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0794) Robert Anchondo, County Court Judge, County Criminal Court at Law 2, (915) 273-3717
BUDGET AND FINANCE
EXECUTIVE SESSION Only the members of the Commissioners Court have a right to attend an executive session, except that legal counsel must be present if the executive session is held pursuant to Government Code section 551.071. In addition to legal counsel, Commissioners Court may include in executive session certain officers and employees if it finds that (1) their participation is necessary to the matter under consideration; (2) their interests are not adverse to the county, and (3) their presence will not waive the attorney client privilege. Generally, the Chief Administrator, Commissioners Court Recorders, and Audio/Visual staff attend the closed session items based on the enumerated criteria, and certain other persons may attend based on the above-listed criteria or as otherwise provided by law.
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, receive legal advice and consultation regarding the Managerial Operations Policy and assignment of all employment matters for positions statutorily assigned to Commissioners Court. Christina Sanchez, County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
C. Discuss litigation styled Fareed Issa Khlayel v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:26-CV-2566-KC, CA No. 0033.26.LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
D. (Postponed 10/26/26) Discuss litigation styled Teresa Vasquez v. El Paso County, Texas; Cause No. 2024DCV2743; County Attorney case number 0091-24-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
E. Pursuant to Government Code sections 551.072 and 551.0725 discuss and deliberate County contract negotiations related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property located in the Downtown Government Office District. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
F. (Postponed 10/26/26) Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between the County of El Paso and Wurldwide, LLC, known as META regarding a Community Benefits Agreement related to the Meta El Paso Data Center. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, receive legal advice and consultation regarding the Managerial Operations Policy and assignment of all employment matters for positions statutorily assigned to Commissioners Court. Christina Sanchez, County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
C. Discuss litigation styled Fareed Issa Khlayel v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:26-CV-2566-KC, CA No. 0033.26.LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
D. (Postponed 10/26/26) Discuss litigation styled Teresa Vasquez v. El Paso County, Texas; Cause No. 2024DCV2743; County Attorney case number 0091-24-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
E. Pursuant to Government Code sections 551.072 and 551.0725 discuss and deliberate County contract negotiations related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property located in the Downtown Government Office District. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
F. (Postponed 10/26/26) Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between the County of El Paso and Wurldwide, LLC, known as META regarding a Community Benefits Agreement related to the Meta El Paso Data Center. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
REGULAR SESSION
Nov 02, 2026 Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of October 26, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
C. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
D. Approve budget amendment No.04 to the El Paso County’s 2026-2027 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $6,400.00, decrease Capital Projects by $82,269.21, increase Grants by $159,615.50, thus increasing the overall budget of $698,149,465.00 to $698,233,211.29. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
E. Approve budget amendment No.48 to the El Paso County’s 2025-2026 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $23,113.00, thus increasing the overall budget of $695,280,574.27 to $695,303,687.27. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
F. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Offender/Defendant-Paid Ignition Interlock Device Service Operations Device Agreement between the County of El Paso and #1 A LifeSafer of Texas Interlock, Inc. for a one-year term. There is no fiscal impact to the County. (Contract No. 2026-0777) Catherine Jones, Director, Criminal Justice Coordination, 915-273-3353
G. Rescind the Commissioners Court Order of September 21, 2026, Item No. 4.K on the Consent Agenda to: Ratify the First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County’s tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County’s tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) As corrected, ratify the corrected First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County's tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County's tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Loan and Payroll Deduction Agreement between the County of El Paso, Texas and El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (EPCCSCD) employee for an In-Service Distribution. (Contract No. 2026-0782) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
I. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on the attached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
J. Approve and authorize the purchase of property, approximately an 11-acre parcel, being a portion of 18 Upper Valley Tract 6-C-3, El Paso County, Texas and authorize the County Judge and Purchasing Agent, or other designee, to execute all documents required for the purchase and closing. Funds are available in CP-BD24ISSUEC-PROPA-PARK IMPRO. (Contract No. 2026-0819) Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
K. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
L. Approve and ratify the County Judge’s signature and the submission of the Application for Variance to the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) requesting a three-month variance from minimum jail standards to allow additional inmates to be housed at the El Paso County Jail Annex. The application was submitted prior to Commissioners Court approval to allow for consideration at the November 2026 TCJS meeting. (14416-OP) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
M. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the County Judge to apply for the FY27 Texas Bar Foundation Grant, on behalf of the Domestic Relations Office, from June 1, 2027, through May 30, 2028, in the amount of $27,500 with no County match. (Contract No. 2026-0811) Brian Stanley, Executive Director, Domestic Relations Office, 915-273-3533
N. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office to apply for the Department of Justice BJA FY26 Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029, in the amount of $250,000. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying Certification. (Contract No. 2026-0812) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
O. GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Operation Lone Star Grant Award from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, in the amount of $3,061,184.27. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0813) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
P. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Specialty Courts Program for the 65th Family Drug Court in the amount of $99,401.50 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0781) Selina Saenz, District Judge, 65th District Court, (915) 273-3729
Q. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Innovative Civil Enforcement and Community Protection - County Solutions to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation grant for the County Attorney‘s Office from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, in the amount of $306,389.77. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0771) Aaron Setliff, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
R. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Project Hope – Juvenile Mental Health Court grant in the amount of $93,613.60 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No county match is required. (Contract 2026-0765) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
S. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court program grant award in the amount of $83,344.24 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0766) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of October 26, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
C. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
D. Approve budget amendment No.04 to the El Paso County’s 2026-2027 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $6,400.00, decrease Capital Projects by $82,269.21, increase Grants by $159,615.50, thus increasing the overall budget of $698,149,465.00 to $698,233,211.29. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
E. Approve budget amendment No.48 to the El Paso County’s 2025-2026 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Special Revenue by $23,113.00, thus increasing the overall budget of $695,280,574.27 to $695,303,687.27. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
F. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Offender/Defendant-Paid Ignition Interlock Device Service Operations Device Agreement between the County of El Paso and #1 A LifeSafer of Texas Interlock, Inc. for a one-year term. There is no fiscal impact to the County. (Contract No. 2026-0777) Catherine Jones, Director, Criminal Justice Coordination, 915-273-3353
G. Rescind the Commissioners Court Order of September 21, 2026, Item No. 4.K on the Consent Agenda to: Ratify the First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County’s tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County’s tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) As corrected, ratify the corrected First Amendment between El Paso County and the Town of Horizon City to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Interlocal Agreement to expand County participation to Expansion Area A-1, dedicate the County's tax increment to the development of the Greater Horizon City Regional Sports Park, and subsequently redirect the County's tax increment to support the future County office facility project. Further, ratify the corresponding Order Approving the First Amendment to the El Paso County Agreement Regarding the TIRZ. (Contract No. 2026-0526) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Loan and Payroll Deduction Agreement between the County of El Paso, Texas and El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (EPCCSCD) employee for an In-Service Distribution. (Contract No. 2026-0782) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
I. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on the attached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
J. Approve and authorize the purchase of property, approximately an 11-acre parcel, being a portion of 18 Upper Valley Tract 6-C-3, El Paso County, Texas and authorize the County Judge and Purchasing Agent, or other designee, to execute all documents required for the purchase and closing. Funds are available in CP-BD24ISSUEC-PROPA-PARK IMPRO. (Contract No. 2026-0819) Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
K. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
L. Approve and ratify the County Judge’s signature and the submission of the Application for Variance to the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) requesting a three-month variance from minimum jail standards to allow additional inmates to be housed at the El Paso County Jail Annex. The application was submitted prior to Commissioners Court approval to allow for consideration at the November 2026 TCJS meeting. (14416-OP) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
M. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the County Judge to apply for the FY27 Texas Bar Foundation Grant, on behalf of the Domestic Relations Office, from June 1, 2027, through May 30, 2028, in the amount of $27,500 with no County match. (Contract No. 2026-0811) Brian Stanley, Executive Director, Domestic Relations Office, 915-273-3533
N. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office to apply for the Department of Justice BJA FY26 Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029, in the amount of $250,000. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying Certification. (Contract No. 2026-0812) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
O. GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Operation Lone Star Grant Award from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, in the amount of $3,061,184.27. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0813) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
P. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Specialty Courts Program for the 65th Family Drug Court in the amount of $99,401.50 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0781) Selina Saenz, District Judge, 65th District Court, (915) 273-3729
Q. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY27 Innovative Civil Enforcement and Community Protection - County Solutions to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation grant for the County Attorney‘s Office from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, in the amount of $306,389.77. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0771) Aaron Setliff, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
R. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Project Hope – Juvenile Mental Health Court grant in the amount of $93,613.60 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No county match is required. (Contract 2026-0765) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
S. (Postponed 10/26/26) GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the Office of the Governor FY27 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court program grant award in the amount of $83,344.24 from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. No County match is required. (Contract No. 2026-0766) Rosie Medina, Chief Officer, Juvenile Probation, 915-273-2036
RESOLUTIONS
A. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Staff Sergeant Shelia Yvette Anthony (Retired) as the 2026-2027 Veteran of the Year in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
B. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 4–11, 2026, as Operation Green Light for Veterans in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
C. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring November 5, 2026, as “IREM El Paso Chapter 84 Day” in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing the 115th Anniversary of the American Red Cross West Texas Chapter. Jackie Butler, Commissioner, Precinct 1, 915-273-3594
E. Approve and adopt a resolution to recognize and honor Radford School for its 116 years of educational distinction, civic engagement, and its unwavering commitment to preparing new generations of leaders who embody the school’s noble motto: “I learn, that I may serve.” David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559
F. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring October 4–10, 2026, as “National 4H Week” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
G. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 2026 as “National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month” and “National Family Caregivers Month” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
A. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Staff Sergeant Shelia Yvette Anthony (Retired) as the 2026-2027 Veteran of the Year in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
B. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 4–11, 2026, as Operation Green Light for Veterans in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
C. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring November 5, 2026, as “IREM El Paso Chapter 84 Day” in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing the 115th Anniversary of the American Red Cross West Texas Chapter. Jackie Butler, Commissioner, Precinct 1, 915-273-3594
E. Approve and adopt a resolution to recognize and honor Radford School for its 116 years of educational distinction, civic engagement, and its unwavering commitment to preparing new generations of leaders who embody the school’s noble motto: “I learn, that I may serve.” David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559
F. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring October 4–10, 2026, as “National 4H Week” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
G. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing November 2026 as “National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month” and “National Family Caregivers Month” in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594
PRESENTATION
COMMISSIONERS COURT
A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 418, discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to the County’s Judge’s Disaster Declaration, issued October 27th, 2026, regarding severe weather and flooding in El Paso County, and authorize the Chief Administrator to make necessary purchases for the relief of citizens and to preserve the property of the county during this ongoing public calamity and purchase items necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of El Paso County residents pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a). Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 418, discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to the County’s Judge’s Disaster Declaration, issued October 27th, 2026, regarding severe weather and flooding in El Paso County, and authorize the Chief Administrator to make necessary purchases for the relief of citizens and to preserve the property of the county during this ongoing public calamity and purchase items necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of El Paso County residents pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a). Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
A. Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action regarding the U.S. Census Bureau Proposed Rule 15 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 60 & 70 Docket No. 260903-0005 and approve comment submissions on behalf of El Paso County. Melissa Carrillo, Deputy County Administrator, County Operations, 915-273-3582
A. Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action regarding the U.S. Census Bureau Proposed Rule 15 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 60 & 70 Docket No. 260903-0005 and approve comment submissions on behalf of El Paso County. Melissa Carrillo, Deputy County Administrator, County Operations, 915-273-3582
AUDITOR
GRANT APPLICATIONS
A. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the 243rd Mental Health Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $451,292.00. A County match in the amount of $150,972.00 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0793) Selena Solis, District Judge, 243rd District Court, (915) 273-3729
B. GRANT APPLICATION: Approve and authorize the DWI/MERIT Drug Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program Grant from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $608,665.80. A County match in the amount of $202,888.60 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0794) Robert Anchondo, County Court Judge, County Criminal Court at Law 2, (915) 273-3717
A. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the 243rd Mental Health Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $451,292.00. A County match in the amount of $150,972.00 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0793) Selena Solis, District Judge, 243rd District Court, (915) 273-3729
B. GRANT APPLICATION: Approve and authorize the DWI/MERIT Drug Court to apply for the Bureau of Justice Assistance FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program Grant from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030, in the amount of $608,665.80. A County match in the amount of $202,888.60 is required and is being requested from GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2026-0794) Robert Anchondo, County Court Judge, County Criminal Court at Law 2, (915) 273-3717
BUDGET AND FINANCE
EXECUTIVE SESSION Only the members of the Commissioners Court have a right to attend an executive session, except that legal counsel must be present if the executive session is held pursuant to Government Code section 551.071. In addition to legal counsel, Commissioners Court may include in executive session certain officers and employees if it finds that (1) their participation is necessary to the matter under consideration; (2) their interests are not adverse to the county, and (3) their presence will not waive the attorney client privilege. Generally, the Chief Administrator, Commissioners Court Recorders, and Audio/Visual staff attend the closed session items based on the enumerated criteria, and certain other persons may attend based on the above-listed criteria or as otherwise provided by law.
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, receive legal advice and consultation regarding the Managerial Operations Policy and assignment of all employment matters for positions statutorily assigned to Commissioners Court. Christina Sanchez, County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
C. Discuss litigation styled Fareed Issa Khlayel v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:26-CV-2566-KC, CA No. 0033.26.LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
D. (Postponed 10/26/26) Discuss litigation styled Teresa Vasquez v. El Paso County, Texas; Cause No. 2024DCV2743; County Attorney case number 0091-24-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
E. Pursuant to Government Code sections 551.072 and 551.0725 discuss and deliberate County contract negotiations related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property located in the Downtown Government Office District. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
F. (Postponed 10/26/26) Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between the County of El Paso and Wurldwide, LLC, known as META regarding a Community Benefits Agreement related to the Meta El Paso Data Center. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, receive legal advice and consultation regarding the Managerial Operations Policy and assignment of all employment matters for positions statutorily assigned to Commissioners Court. Christina Sanchez, County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
C. Discuss litigation styled Fareed Issa Khlayel v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:26-CV-2566-KC, CA No. 0033.26.LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
D. (Postponed 10/26/26) Discuss litigation styled Teresa Vasquez v. El Paso County, Texas; Cause No. 2024DCV2743; County Attorney case number 0091-24-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Manuel Romero, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
E. Pursuant to Government Code sections 551.072 and 551.0725 discuss and deliberate County contract negotiations related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property located in the Downtown Government Office District. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
F. (Postponed 10/26/26) Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between the County of El Paso and Wurldwide, LLC, known as META regarding a Community Benefits Agreement related to the Meta El Paso Data Center. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
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