Commissioners Court Recap: Sept. 24, 2026

This is a brief summary of discussion and action highlights of the Sept. 24, 2026 regular commissioners court meeting. See full agendas and official meeting minutes and watch full video of the meetings. 

Caldwell County Commissioners voted to leave the countywide burn ban on. While there is a significant chance of rainfall over the next week, conditions remain dry after a summer of high temperatures and little precipitation. 

Commissioners voted to issue a Request for Proposals for contracted fire marshal services in connection with the county’s recent adoption of its fire code. View the RFP. 

Commissioners approved a one-year agreement between Caldwell County and Air Methods LLC. In the event of a crash occurring in Caldwell County that requires patients to be transported by air to trauma centers, Air Methods will transport the patient at no cost. The company will bill the county $800 for every patient whom it transports. Under the agreement, the county’s maximum responsibility for cost sharing services will not exceed $131, 075. The new arrangement replaces a previous agreement between the county and PHI Air Medical. “Caldwell County’s partnership with the Air Methods Program is a cost effective, efficient setup that will help safeguard lives in the event of critical injuries from rare but serious accidents while also saving tax dollars. We’re pleased to make this feature available that will help facilitate better health outcomes while saving families from the financial burden that can often follow after being airlifted to trauma centers.” 

Commissioners voted to keep regular meetings on second and fourth Thursdays of the month in FY 2026-2027. Due to holidays that fall on Thursdays, two meetings will be held on Tuesdays: A Nov. 24 meeting and a Dec. 22 meeting. Commissioners also voted to approve the employee holiday schedule for 2027. 

Commissioners appointed Pct. 2 Commissioner Rusty Horne to serve as Caldwell County’s representative to the Capital Area Council of Governments Executive Committee for the 2027 term. 

Commissioners approved a professional services contract between the county and Kleinfelder FKA Doucet & Associates for subdivision engineering services. 

Commissioners heard a presentation from representatives of Goodwill Industries of Central Texas. Goodwill plans to open a retail and collection location in Lockhart soon, they said, targeting this fall as a tentative start date. 

Commissioners also approved a trio of proclamations: 

• National 4-H Week from Oct. 4-10 — Commissioners acknowledged the program’s efforts to educate young people and cultivate the skills needed for future leaders in science, agriculture and the general community. 

• Texas Extension Education Week from Oct. 4-10 — Commissioners lauded the organization’s education programs that address critical needs impacting Texas families. 

• Recognizing Prairie Lea and Prairie Lea Independent School District — Commissioners acknowledged the community of Prairie Lea and Prairie Lea Independent School District for their enduring legacy in education, culture, and community development, and proclaimed their appreciation for their historical contributions and continued service to the citizens of Caldwell County. 

Next meeting 

Thursday, October 8