The Frio County Commissioners Court is preparing for a crucial meeting on October 13, 2026, where several significant topics will be addressed, according to the Frio County Official Site. The meeting, which will be held at 3:00 p.m. in the Frio County Courtroom and available via video stream, will include discussions on both old and new business.
Key Items on the Commissioners Court Agenda
Among the new business items, Frio County Treasurer Pete Jasso Martinez will present the Certificate of Deposit Quarterly report. Additionally, the court will consider approving a 3% flat-rate cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for eligible benefit recipients as part of the 2027 Plan Agreement with TCDRA.
Infrastructure developments are also on the agenda, with Anthony Gonzales, the Frio County Road and Bridge Administrator, requesting approval for waterline permits to DOS Oilfield Services, LLC. These permits involve temporary water crossings on CR 4725 (Dr Galan Rd) and CR 4520 (Panther Hollow Rd), with permit fees totaling $500 and $2,000, respectively.
Frio County Sheriff Peter Salinas will seek approval for a Preventative Maintenance Proposal Agreement with Willo Products Company for maintaining jail security doors. Additionally, the court will consider purchasing a Jail Transport Van from Chaparral Ford for $41,782.39.
Emergency Service District No. 1 Meeting Focus
The Frio County Emergency Service District No. 1 will hold a regular meeting on October 15, 2026, at the Moore Volunteer Fire Department, as noted in the Frio County Official Site. Key agenda items include discussions on staffing and budgetary issues, with potential actions on paid fire and EMS staffing under the Texas Health and Safety Code.
The meeting will also address contractual requirements with the City of Dilley and Moore Volunteer Fire Departments, including agreements for leasing fire stations and transferring property and equipment for district use.
Additional topics include the engagement of an auditor for Pearsall VFD and compliance with TX HB3512, mandating annual cybersecurity and AI training for government agencies. The district will also review federal ADA digital accessibility requirements.
Both meetings underscore Frio County's ongoing efforts to manage administrative and operational challenges effectively, ensuring that local governance and emergency services continue to meet community needs.