V. GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign and accept the Texas A&M Forest Service Subrecipient Agreement and Federal Grant Recipient Certification for the FY26 Community Forestry Grant Award in the amount of $20,000 from August 1, 2025, through July 30, 2026. A County match in the amount of $20,000 is required and will be met by the department In-Kind through volunteer hours and equipment. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying award documents. (Contract No. 2025-0657) Timothy Fulton, Director, Parks and Recreation, 915-273-3501

5. RESOLUTIONS

A. Approve and adopt a resolution commemorating Mexico's Independence and the binational spirit of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591

B. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing and celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Cathedral High School in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591

C. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in El Paso County, Texas. David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559

D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing August 31, 2025, as International Overdose Awareness Day in El Paso County, Texas. David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559

E. Approve and adopt a resolution to honoring the Fabens Veterans Park Committee and proclaiming September 2, 2025, as Fabens Veterans Park Committee Day in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594

F. (Postponed 08/18/25) Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing El Paso Association of Contractors for their commitment to excellence and safety. Sergio Coronado, Commissioner, Precinct 4, 915-273-3596

6. PUBLIC COMMENT

7. REGULAR AGENDA

A. Discuss and take appropriate action to adopt the 2025 Property Tax Rate on behalf and for the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso in accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code section 281.121(a). R. Jacob Cintron, President & CEO, University Medical Center/EPCHD, 915-521-7600

B. Discuss and take appropriate action to approve the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Budget in accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code section 281.091(b). R. Jacob Cintron, President & CEO, University Medical Center/EPCHD, 915-521-7600

C. Approve and authorize the County of El Paso 911 District FY2026 Proposed Budget. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591

8. COUNTY AND DISTRICT CLERK

A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025(g), hold a public hearing regarding the County Clerk's Records Archive Preservation and Restoration Plan and the assessment of a $10.00 fee for Fiscal Year 2026. Delia Briones, County Clerk, County Clerk's Office, 915-273-3532

B. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025(b) approve and adopt the County Clerk's Records Archive Preservation and Restoration Plan for Fiscal Year 2026. Further, approve payment to El Paso Inc., in the amount of $70.00 for the publishing of the Public Notice Hearing. Funding is available in GF-CNTYCLK-ADVERTISING. Delia Briones, County Clerk, County Clerk's Office, 915-273-3532

C. Approve and record into the Commissioners Court meeting minutes, the District Clerk's certification of the District Judge's Order to approve the County Auditor's Appointment, Budget, Salary Compensation for the County Auditor and Assistant County Auditors for Fiscal Year 2026, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 84.003; 84.021; 84.901; 111.044; 152.031; 152.032; 152.034; and 152.905. Additionally, approved proposed compensation levels for certified court reporters pursuant to local government code 152.905 for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026). Norma Favela-Barceleau, District Clerk, District Clerk's Office, 915-273-3534

9. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2303.004(c), approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the interlocal agreement with the Village of Vinton for the nomination of Vinton Steel, LLC to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. (Contract No. 2025-0397) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

B. Pursuant to Chapter 2303 of the Texas Government Code, conduct a public hearing for the purpose of considering an Order approving the nomination of VINTON STEEL, LLC., as a Double-Jumbo Enterprise Project under the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

C. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2303.4051, approve and authorize the County Judge to sign an order nominating Vinton Steel, LLC., as a double-jumbo enterprise project for five years from the effective date of designation to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, and further authorize the County Judge and Economic Development Director's designee to sign all documentation necessary for the County's Economic Development Department to submit the corresponding Texas Enterprise Project Application, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2303. Finally, approve and authorize payment to the Office of the Governor for the application fee in the amount of $1,500. Funding is available in GF-ECONDEV-OPS EXPENSES-GEN. (8220-OP) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Vinton Steel LLC for their nomination to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. Sergio Coronado, Commissioner, Precinct 4, 915-273-3596

E. (ARP-1160) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement Project Development Agreement for the Tornillo Guadalupe Port of Entry Study with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority, to modify the project scope of work, detail the source and use of funds for Mexican international marketing, and outline the required supporting documentation and compliance requirements. Funding is available in GARPLAN21 - ECONOMIC IMPACT INDUSTRY SPEC & GF-ECONIMPACT-MEX MRKTING. (Contract No. 2025-0689) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

F. Approve and authorize transfer and use of funds in the amount of $1,324.80 to cover associated transportation expenses related to the Binational Tour “Key Stakeholder Engagement at the Tornillo Port of Entry". Funds are available in GF-GADM-CONTR SVC-GEN. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

12. ADDENDUM TO THE AGENDA

A. Approve and authorize the Boys and Girls Club of El Paso to pay park fees associated with its September 6 event at Ascarate Park following the event, and further, approve and authorize County Administration to execute all documents related to the event.POSTED FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025, AT 4:30 P.M. David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559

B. Approve and authorize a correction to the funding for the Interlocal Agreement between the County of El Paso, on behalf of the El Paso County District Attorney’s Office, and the City of El Paso. Under the contract, the City, which holds a contract with NMS Laboratories, is being reimbursed for costs and expenses incurred in testing of such narcotics and controlled substances obtained in seizures in accordance with the investigation and prosecution of BPU/TAG cases from September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $40,000. Corrected funding is available in SG-R1BRPRU24-OPERATING EXP. (Contract No. 2025-0604)POSTED FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025, AT 4:30 P.M. James Montoya, District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, 915-273-3542

Aug 25, 2025 Commissioners Court Regular

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1. OPEN MEETING

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3. INVOCATION

4. CONSENT AGENDA

V. GRANT AWARD - Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign and accept the Texas A&M Forest Service Subrecipient Agreement and Federal Grant Recipient Certification for the FY26 Community Forestry Grant Award in the amount of $20,000 from August 1, 2025, through July 30, 2026. A County match in the amount of $20,000 is required and will be met by the department In-Kind through volunteer hours and equipment. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying award documents. (Contract No. 2025-0657) Timothy Fulton, Director, Parks and Recreation, 915-273-3501

5. RESOLUTIONS

A. Approve and adopt a resolution commemorating Mexico's Independence and the binational spirit of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591

B. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing and celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Cathedral High School in El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591

C. Approve and adopt a resolution declaring September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in El Paso County, Texas. David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559

D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing August 31, 2025, as International Overdose Awareness Day in El Paso County, Texas. David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559

E. Approve and adopt a resolution to honoring the Fabens Veterans Park Committee and proclaiming September 2, 2025, as Fabens Veterans Park Committee Day in El Paso County, Texas. Iliana Holguin, Commissioner, Precinct 3, 915-273-3594

F. (Postponed 08/18/25) Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing El Paso Association of Contractors for their commitment to excellence and safety. Sergio Coronado, Commissioner, Precinct 4, 915-273-3596

6. PUBLIC COMMENT

7. REGULAR AGENDA

A. Discuss and take appropriate action to adopt the 2025 Property Tax Rate on behalf and for the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso in accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code section 281.121(a). R. Jacob Cintron, President & CEO, University Medical Center/EPCHD, 915-521-7600

B. Discuss and take appropriate action to approve the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Budget in accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code section 281.091(b). R. Jacob Cintron, President & CEO, University Medical Center/EPCHD, 915-521-7600

C. Approve and authorize the County of El Paso 911 District FY2026 Proposed Budget. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591

8. COUNTY AND DISTRICT CLERK

A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025(g), hold a public hearing regarding the County Clerk's Records Archive Preservation and Restoration Plan and the assessment of a $10.00 fee for Fiscal Year 2026. Delia Briones, County Clerk, County Clerk's Office, 915-273-3532

B. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025(b) approve and adopt the County Clerk's Records Archive Preservation and Restoration Plan for Fiscal Year 2026. Further, approve payment to El Paso Inc., in the amount of $70.00 for the publishing of the Public Notice Hearing. Funding is available in GF-CNTYCLK-ADVERTISING. Delia Briones, County Clerk, County Clerk's Office, 915-273-3532

C. Approve and record into the Commissioners Court meeting minutes, the District Clerk's certification of the District Judge's Order to approve the County Auditor's Appointment, Budget, Salary Compensation for the County Auditor and Assistant County Auditors for Fiscal Year 2026, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 84.003; 84.021; 84.901; 111.044; 152.031; 152.032; 152.034; and 152.905. Additionally, approved proposed compensation levels for certified court reporters pursuant to local government code 152.905 for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026). Norma Favela-Barceleau, District Clerk, District Clerk's Office, 915-273-3534

9. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2303.004(c), approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the interlocal agreement with the Village of Vinton for the nomination of Vinton Steel, LLC to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. (Contract No. 2025-0397) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

B. Pursuant to Chapter 2303 of the Texas Government Code, conduct a public hearing for the purpose of considering an Order approving the nomination of VINTON STEEL, LLC., as a Double-Jumbo Enterprise Project under the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

C. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2303.4051, approve and authorize the County Judge to sign an order nominating Vinton Steel, LLC., as a double-jumbo enterprise project for five years from the effective date of designation to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, and further authorize the County Judge and Economic Development Director's designee to sign all documentation necessary for the County's Economic Development Department to submit the corresponding Texas Enterprise Project Application, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2303. Finally, approve and authorize payment to the Office of the Governor for the application fee in the amount of $1,500. Funding is available in GF-ECONDEV-OPS EXPENSES-GEN. (8220-OP) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

D. Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Vinton Steel LLC for their nomination to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. Sergio Coronado, Commissioner, Precinct 4, 915-273-3596

E. (ARP-1160) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement Project Development Agreement for the Tornillo Guadalupe Port of Entry Study with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority, to modify the project scope of work, detail the source and use of funds for Mexican international marketing, and outline the required supporting documentation and compliance requirements. Funding is available in GARPLAN21 - ECONOMIC IMPACT INDUSTRY SPEC & GF-ECONIMPACT-MEX MRKTING. (Contract No. 2025-0689) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

F. Approve and authorize transfer and use of funds in the amount of $1,324.80 to cover associated transportation expenses related to the Binational Tour “Key Stakeholder Engagement at the Tornillo Port of Entry". Funds are available in GF-GADM-CONTR SVC-GEN. Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583

12. ADDENDUM TO THE AGENDA

A. Approve and authorize the Boys and Girls Club of El Paso to pay park fees associated with its September 6 event at Ascarate Park following the event, and further, approve and authorize County Administration to execute all documents related to the event.POSTED FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025, AT 4:30 P.M. David Stout, Commissioner, Precinct 2, 915-273-3559

B. Approve and authorize a correction to the funding for the Interlocal Agreement between the County of El Paso, on behalf of the El Paso County District Attorney’s Office, and the City of El Paso. Under the contract, the City, which holds a contract with NMS Laboratories, is being reimbursed for costs and expenses incurred in testing of such narcotics and controlled substances obtained in seizures in accordance with the investigation and prosecution of BPU/TAG cases from September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $40,000. Corrected funding is available in SG-R1BRPRU24-OPERATING EXP. (Contract No. 2025-0604)POSTED FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025, AT 4:30 P.M. James Montoya, District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, 915-273-3542

5. RESOLUTIONS

7. REGULAR AGENDA

8. COUNTY AND DISTRICT CLERK

9. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

12. ADDENDUM TO THE AGENDA

Aug 25, 2025 Commissioners Court Regular

5. RESOLUTIONS

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8. COUNTY AND DISTRICT CLERK

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12. ADDENDUM TO THE AGENDA

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