Ruben Becerra

emergency management planning

While the plan requires upfront investment, it should save us a fortune in long-term recovery costs when the next disaster strikes.

Dripping Springs Ranch Replat

The project is funded through an existing contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc.

industrial development

Expect a boost in the local tax base and more steady paychecks, though it might put some pressure on local infrastructure costs.

Water Infrastructure Capacity

The PUA is spending hundreds of millions on system improvements.

Wimberley Valley Water Security

Potential long-term costs to the county if water infrastructure fails or if water scarcity impacts property values.

County Employee Compensation

Full implementation is estimated to cost approximately $4.8 million to $6.8 million.

Law Enforcement Surveillance and AI Technology Oversight

Involves multi-million-dollar long-term vendor agreements and technology maintenance costs.

government appointment

The department's budget will now be managed under this new leadership, which could shift how tax dollars are spent on park maintenance and upgrades.

data center development

The county will avoid tax incentives for these projects, potentially saving public funds.

Hays County Hospital District

The county expects to save over $300,000 annually in claims costs.

local government updates

These policy changes could eventually hit your wallet through shifts in local taxes or infrastructure-related fees.

Mental Health Court graduation

Continued investment in temporary housing is requested to prevent recidivism and psychiatric hospitalization costs.

data center regulation

You might see more stable utility bills if the county prevents these massive centers from overloading our local power grid.

data center moratorium

A pause could mean missing out on big tax revenue, but it might also save us from expensive emergency grid upgrades later.

public health alert

You might end up with a hefty vet or medical bill if your pet gets into a fight or you have an unexpected encounter.

federal-local law enforcement relations

Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for extra administrative strain and potential legal disputes between local and federal authorities.

Emergency Water Protection Review Period (K1)

Proclamation: Hays County Child Protective Board Awardees

Proclamation: Police Week and Peace Officer Memorial Day

authorize an amendment to the Commercial Contract between Hays County and 400 W Old 290 & Roger Hanks Parkway, LLC related to the possible purchase of real property located at or near Roger Hanks Park

Adopt a Proclamation recognizing February 2026 as Black History Month.

Approve payments of County invoices.

Approve the payment of Juror disbursements.

Approve the payment of United Healthcare and Texas Association of Counties healthcare claims and authorize an additional disbursement in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 to the healthcare claims ac

Approve the payment of the February 28, 2026 payroll disbursements in an amount not to exceed $5,800,000.00 effective February 28, 2026, and post totals of wages, withholdings, deductions and benefits

Amend various departmental operating, special revenue and capital project budgets in preparation for Fiscal Year 2025 fiscal year-end financial reporting.

Amend various departmental operating, special revenue and capital project budgets in preparation for Fiscal Year 2026 monthly financial reporting.

Approve Utility Permits.

Approve the update of job titles in multiple departments to accurately reflect assigned duties and operational structure, effective February 24, 2026.

Authorize the execution of a resolution for the submission of a grant application to the City of San Marcos Community Development Block Grant.

Accept the 2025 Annual Racial Profiling Report from the Hays County Constable Precinct 1.

Accept the 2025 Annual Racial Profiling Report from Hays County Constable Precinct 2.

Accept the 2025 Annual Racial Profiling and Racial Profiling Analysis Reports from the Hays County Constable Precinct 5.

Accept the 2025 Annual Racial Profiling Report from the Hays County Sheriff's Office.

Authorize the execution of a First Amended Chapter 381 Economic Development Incentive Agreement related to Project Husky.

Authorize the Precinct 4 County Commissioner to execute the Texas Historical Commission Antiquities Permit Application Form for Archeology as part of the City of Buda's Old Black Colony Road Reconstru

Approve the purchase of one (1) Ballot Printer from Hart Intercivic for the Elections Office, in the amount of $9,663.00.

Approve out-of-state travel for Deputy Jason Hatch to attend the Response to Bombing Incidents Course on April 28-30, 2026 in Socorro, New Mexico.

Approve out of state travel for Andrew Murken, Diane Sanchez, Karen Tinajero, Joseph Bodin, Linda Duran, Mark Chambers and Noel Juarez in the Information Technology Department to attend the Tyler Conn

Approve out-of-state travel for Emergency Communications Manager Megan Jones to attend the Tyler Connect Conference on April 7-10, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Approve out-of-state travel for CECC Director Stephanie Robinson and GIS / CAD Specialist Carolyn Silva to attend the Tyler Connect Conference and Advisory Board Meetings on April 6-10, 2026 in Las Ve

Approve out-of-state travel for the Office of Emergency Services GIS Specialist William Baumann to attend the Tyler Technologies Advisory Board Meetings on April 5-8, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Approve out-of-state travel for Deputy Aaron McCoy to attend the Law Enforcement-Counter Terrorism Course on May 4-9, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Approve Amendment 1 to the General Land Office Contract No. 22-130-022D868 for a period not to exceed February 28, 2027.

Authorize payment to the City of San Marcos for invoices in the amount of $13,924.08 for costs related to real estate services for a property located at 211 Lee Street in San Marcos and amend the budg

Authorize the execution of the annual renewal agreement between Facilities and Resource Management and American Aerobic Management Systems (AAMS) in the amount of $2,985.00 for the annual maintenance

Authorize the Hays County Judge to execute an amendment and renewal of the Interlocal Agreement with the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority regarding the funding and implementation of the Plum Creek Wat

Authorize the renewal of an Annual Service Agreement with Valorence, LLC. in the amount of $3,500.00; authorize a waiver to the purchasing policy.

Authorize the execution of the 2026 annual agreement between Plateau Land & Wildlife Management and Hays County in the amount of $6,449.60 for annual wildlife management services for the Gay Ruby Dahl

Authorize Facilities and Resource Management to replace the 80-gallon water heater at the Government Center with a new unit in the amount of $6,618.58 and amend the budget accordingly.

Authorize the Constable Pct. 5 Office to accept insurance proceeds from the Texas Association of Counties in an amount of $7,914.15 related to vehicle damages and amend the budget accordingly.

Authorize the execution of a First Amendment to the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with A Better Boat, LLC, increasing the current MOU by $21,860.00.

Approve specifications for RFP 2026-P04 Eastside Campus - Commissioning Agent and authorize purchasing to advertise and solicit proposals.

call for a public hearing on March 10, 2026, to consider the implementation of a 'No Left Turn' for the Rooster Springs Elementary.

authorize the execution of the County Corridor Agreement with the Texas Department Transportation (TxDOT) in accordance with HB 3697 from the 88th Texas Legislative Session.

adopt a Resolution of Support for Caldwell County's submission to the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) 208-2031 grant applicaitons for the FM 2720 Widening project in Caldwell C

accept the road construction and surface drainage improvements, release of the subdivision bond #83BSBJK9053 in the amount of $53,844.00, acceptance of the 2-year maintenance bond #PB03016801419 in th

accept the road construction and surface drainage improvements, release of the performance bond #0873578 in the amount of $123,931.92, acceptance of the 2-year maintenance bond #PB03016801417 in the a

authorize the execution of a Contract for Engineering Services (2026-PSA-47) between Hays County and Alfred Benesch & Company to provide design services for the RM 150 East project in Precinct 1 and P

call for a Public Hearing on March 10th, 2026 regarding the Hawk Ridge Phase 2 Replat of lots 2-16 & 27(PLN-2855-PC).

ratify approval for the Poco Loco, Final Plat (PLN-2756-NP).