Family speakers accuse local agencies of obstructing probe into woman’s death At the March 24 Liberty County commissioners court public-comment period, family members of Sherry Novosecak urged officials to pursue further investigation, alleging withheld records and possible involvement by local personnel; the court did not take formal action on investigatory requests.

Family members are demanding justice and transparency after alleging a cover-up in the suspicious death of Sherry Novosecak, insisting that crucial evidence is being withheld.

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Liberty County authorizes up to $110 million in certificates of obligation for new jail; bonds sold at about 4.63% After a competitive sale, commissioners authorized issuing and selling up to $110 million in certificates of obligation to fund construction and acquisition of a new Liberty County jail; staff reported Wells Fargo placed the winning bid at an effective rate near 4.63%.

Liberty County is set to finance a new jail with a whopping $110 million in certificates of obligation, thanks to a competitive bid from Wells Fargo at an effective interest rate of just 4.63%!

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Liberty County approves contract with Impact to manage CDBG-DR grant application The Liberty County Commissioners Court approved hiring Impact as the grant administrator to support a Community Development Block Grant—Disaster Recovery application to the Texas General Land Office; commissioners stressed a same-day application deadline and said staff will complete the electronic submission.

Liberty County is racing against the clock as they approve Impact to manage a critical $5 million disaster recovery grant application—will they meet the deadline?

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Liberty County court authorizes negotiations with Trinity River Solar for 2,400‑acre project After a detailed presentation, Liberty County commissioners voted to authorize county staff to negotiate general terms for a proposed 2,400‑acre solar project by Trinity River Solar, including a tax‑abatement framework and pilot payment; the court emphasized risk, lease terms and school-district impacts before voting to proceed.

Liberty County is taking a bold step toward renewable energy, negotiating a massive 2,400-acre solar project that could boost local revenue by millions!

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Liberty County commissioners table incentive decision for Project Emerald tire‑recycling plant Liberty County commissioners heard a presentation on Project Emerald, a proposed tire‑pyrolysis facility in the Gulf Inland TIRS, but postponed a vote pending submission of the full abatement application, site plans and a detailed breakdown of the incentive terms.

Liberty County commissioners have hit pause on a groundbreaking tire-recycling project as they demand more details on the proposed economic incentives.

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County accepts CDBG grant administration materials, adopts fair-housing proclamation and hears Section 3 hiring guidance Trailers Associates explained CDBG requirements and Section 3 labor goals for a $499,200 drainage project; commissioners adopted a civil-rights resolution step and proclaimed February 2026 Fair Housing Month as required by the grant, and accepted an informational Section 3 presentation outlining outreach, tracking, and a named labor-standards officer.

Liberty County is making strides towards economic equity with a $499,200 drainage project that prioritizes civil rights and opportunities for low-income residents!

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County workshop discusses plan‑approval timing, minor plats and stronger inspection enforcement Consultant recommended allowing earlier infrastructure-plan review, creating a minor‑plat staff approval pathway and adding inspection hold points and third‑party testing to protect public infrastructure; commissioners requested draft enforcement language.

County officials are pushing for innovative changes to streamline construction approvals and enhance oversight, aiming to eliminate delays that hinder development.

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Commissioners approve $112,000 payment to DRG Architects for new county jail design Liberty County authorized a $112,000 invoice payment to DRG Architects as the first billing under an $8.96 million contract for the new county jail (RFQ 2512); DRG described a phased 24-payment billing plan and a target GMP in August with construction to begin in September.

Liberty County has taken a significant step toward building a new jail, approving a $112,000 payment to DRG Architects as part of an ambitious $8.96 million project!

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Liberty County workshops proposed updates to subdivision rules to manage rapid growth County workshop reviewed consultant recommendations to tighten subdivision rules on building lines, cul‑de‑sac design, lot standards, plan‑approval timing, inspection requirements and maintenance securities to reduce routine variances and long-term infrastructure risks.

Liberty County is on the brink of transforming its subdivision rules to tackle rapid growth and improve infrastructure—could these changes be the game-changer the community needs?

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Votes at a glance: Liberty County commissioners approve contracts, land sale option, variance, subdivision and an appointment At a February meeting, the Liberty County Board of Commissioners approved several routine and land‑use items including a renewal with the City of Walterville, an option to sell right‑of‑way to GDOT, a height variance for a coastal home, a 36‑lot preliminary plat and a hospital authority appointment; several infrastructure items were postponed for negotiation.

Liberty County commissioners made pivotal decisions this February, including a height variance for a coastal home and a crucial land sale to the Georgia DOT!

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PXA pitches 100-job tire‑recycling plant in Dayton; Liberty County to consider five‑year tax abatement PXA Properties LLC presented 'Project Emerald,' a proposed 120,000 sq. ft. tire‑recycling and pyrolysis facility at Gulf End Logistics Park in Dayton that it says would process about 30,000 metric tons of tires a year and create roughly 100 jobs. County officials asked technical questions and noted any abatement would be contingent on required permits; no action was taken.

PXA Properties is proposing a groundbreaking tire-recycling facility in Dayton that promises to create 100 jobs and process 30,000 metric tons of tires annually—could this be a game-changer for Liberty County?

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County hears multi-year flood-study update; LJA says modeling mid-2026, master plan by 2027-28 LJA Engineering briefed the court on a CDBG-funded, countywide flood and drainage study: delays tied to late LIDAR data, completion of hydrologic work, integration of bathymetry and 800 structures, $9.2M spent to date with $11M-12M remaining, and a schedule that puts master-plan deliverables into late 2027 or early 2028.

Liberty County is making strides on its ambitious flood-risk master plan, with $9.2 million spent and a projected completion date for the full plan by 2028!

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Liberty County court authorizes notice to seek certificates of obligation for new jail; approves related reimbursements and studies The commissioners court voted to publish notice of intent to issue certificates of obligation to fund a proposed new Liberty County jail, approved reimbursement of current architectural costs from future CO proceeds, and authorized a $5,800 archaeological study and $185,209.49 HVAC work for the existing jail.

Liberty County is taking significant steps toward a new jail, with a proposed $110 million financing plan now in motion and crucial archaeological studies underway to ensure smooth construction.

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Liberty County audit issues clean opinion; officials note one repeat internal-control finding External auditors issued an unmodified (clean) FY25 opinion and a clean single-audit for federal programs; county officials discussed a repeat Yellow Book finding about overlap of duties in small elected-officer offices and noted an improving fund balance and planned monitoring of enterprise funds.

Liberty County's financial statements received a clean audit opinion, but a repeat finding on duty overlap raises questions about internal controls.

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Liberty County approves 10‑year radio-frequency MOU with McIntosh County The commission approved a 10-year memorandum of understanding allowing McIntosh County to program Liberty County public‑safety frequencies into its radios and vice versa, expanding interoperable coverage across the regional radio network; staff said costs for upgrades are the responsibility of the county making changes on its equipment.

Liberty County just took a major step toward enhancing public safety communication by approving a 10-year agreement with McIntosh County for seamless radio interoperability!

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Liberty County updates residents on tax bills, October finances and sales-tax projects Tax commissioner reported property tax bills are live and that only one parcel went to the December tax sale; county finance staff said October revenues were ~17% of budget with an unassigned fund balance equal to 3.7 months of operating expenditures, and commissioners approved a tax-collection agreement with Flemington.

Liberty County is making tax payments easier than ever, with property tax bills now available online and a new agreement to streamline collections!

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Commissioners approve $354,055 ARPA payment to King Solution Services for Hardin sewer rehab The court approved estimate payment No. 7 of $354,055.10 and a prepayment request of $30,984.30 to King Solution Services LLC for the ARPA‑funded City of Hardin sanitary sewer rehabilitation; staff said the project is nearing completion and documentation is attached in the packet.

Liberty County commissioners have greenlit over $385,000 in funding for the nearly completed City of Hardin sewer rehabilitation project!

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Court approves Acadian ambulance contract and tables volunteer fire department contracts amid ESD dispute Commissioners approved a countywide ambulance services contract with Acadian (effective 2026‑04‑01) after representatives addressed litigation and operational questions; a separate multi‑item proposal to contract firefighting funds with volunteer fire departments vs. ESDs generated debate about legal, tracking and governance issues and was tabled to January for further review.

Liberty County has just approved a groundbreaking ambulance contract with Acadian, but the debate over funding volunteer fire departments is heating up!

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Liberty County approves vendor work to finish GIS voting maps, raises poll worker pay and readies primary contracts Commissioners voted to fund a $10,500 vendor job to finish county GIS voting overlays with the auditor supplying up‑front funds and the voter registrar pledging to seek partial reimbursement from chapter 19 funds; the court also raised poll worker pay to $15/hour and authorized joint‑primary contracts.

Liberty County is taking major steps to streamline elections by approving a $10,500 contract for GIS mapping and boosting poll worker pay to $15/hour ahead of the March primary.

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Liberty County hires DRG to design new jail, approves $1.04M security upgrade and key‑card purchase Commissioners approved a professional services agreement with DRG Architects for a planned 600‑bed Liberty County jail (with a 1,200‑capacity core master plan), accepted a $1,039,457.27 security upgrade proposal, and approved a $140,864 change order for security key cards as part of ongoing jail remediation.

Liberty County is taking a bold step towards safer communities by hiring DRG Architects for a new jail and approving a $1M security upgrade to tackle rising costs of housing inmates elsewhere.

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Liberty County delays approval of volunteer fire department contracts after chiefs push back on background-check authority Commissioners tabled proposed uniform contracts that shift agreements from ESDs to volunteer fire departments and add county-run background checks after several chiefs argued departments should retain final hiring authority; court will reconvene to revise contract language within a week.

Liberty County commissioners hit the pause button on crucial firefighting contracts after volunteer chiefs clash over background check authority and hiring rights.

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Piney Woods Crossroads & Desert Horizons Liberty County and Hudspeth County sit more than 700 miles apart, yet together they reflect how broad and varied the Texas experience truly is. Liberty County, east of Houston, is one of the fastest-growing counties in the state—anchored by historic communities like Liberty and Dayton while absorbing rapid population growth from the Houston metro. Forests, bayous, rail lines, and small-town traditions shape its identity even as large-scale development arrives at its doorstep. Hudspeth County, by contrast, is one of the most remote counties in Texas. Life moves at a different pace here, with desert plains, rugged mountains, and enormous stretches of ranchland that offer both stunning beauty and real logistical challenges. While Liberty navigates expansion, Hudspeth navigates distance. But both counties share the same desire for strong local representation and a Texas future that works for the people who call these places home.

From the Piney Woods to desert horizons: Liberty & Hudspeth remind us that every Texas story matters.

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Liberty County adopts 2025 millage rates, approves FY26 budget amendment After a public hearing, the Liberty County Board of Commissioners adopted 2025 millage rates for unincorporated and incorporated areas, approved a budget amendment for FY26 that restores some deferred personnel items, and confirmed several related tax-area rollbacks and clarifications.

Liberty County just adopted its 2025 millage rates and made budget amendments that could significantly impact your taxes—are you ready for the changes?

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Liberty County approves $4.1 million settlement in Arkema-related litigation After an executive session under Government Code §551.071, the Liberty County Commissioners Court approved a $4.1 million settlement resolving pending litigation involving Arkema Inc. and related defendants, authorized county counsel to finalize the settlement with Baker Weltring LLP, and directed the county judge to execute the agreement once it’s

Liberty County has just approved a staggering $4.1 million settlement to resolve litigation involving Arkema Inc., marking a significant turning point for the community.

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Liberty County moves ahead on new jail design, authorizes negotiations with DRG and solicits CMAR with revised selection weights On Nov. 5, 2025, the Liberty County Commissioners Court authorized purchasing to negotiate a project‑specific agreement with DRG, the highest‑scoring respondent to RFQ 25‑12 for architectural and engineering services for a new county jail, and approved solicitation of RFQ 2603 (CMAR) with a revised evaluation weighting scheme to guide selection.

Liberty County is taking a bold step forward in jail reform by selecting DRG for architectural services and revamping their selection process for a construction manager!

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Real help doesn’t always make the headlines — but it’s happening right here in Liberty County. 💙

Shout-out to Manna House for feeding our neighbors and doing it with heart.

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Liberty County commissioners approve burn ban as KBDI readings show severe drought The Liberty County Commissioners Court approved a countywide burn ban Oct. 17 after Fire Marshal Nathan Green reported Keetch-Byram Drought Index readings putting the county in severe drought; the vote was 3-0.

Liberty County has declared a burn ban amid alarming drought levels, with Fire Marshal Nathan Green warning that conditions are severe and require immediate action.

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Liberty County Commissioners Approve Renewal Contract for Sheriff's Office Gun Range Usage Commissioners authorize $44,400 yearly contract renewal for air marshals at county gun range.

Liberty County commissioners have just approved a vital $44,400 contract renewal that strengthens local law enforcement's partnership with air marshals at the county gun range!

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Universal Agape Love CEO Addresses Liberty County Court on Rising Human Trafficking Issues Universal Agape Love executives discuss increasing domestic violence and trafficking in Liberty County.

Liberty County is facing a shocking rise in youth suicide, domestic violence, and human trafficking, as revealed by Universal Agape Love's CEO at the recent government meeting.

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