Uvalde County signs three-year Public Power Pool agreement; commodity locked at 5.88¢/kWh After a presentation from Public Power Pool, commissioners approved joining or continuing under a P3 procurement that locks Uvalde County's commodity electricity rate at 5.88¢ per kilowatt-hour for 2026–2028 and noted an added aggregation fee; staff offered account-level analysis for demand charges regulated by the PUC.

Uvalde County just locked in a groundbreaking electricity rate of 5.88¢ per kWh for the next three years, saving taxpayers significantly!

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Uvalde County veterans officer asks for one assistant as VA payouts climb to about $23 million Veterans Service Officer Lalo reported FY2024 VA payouts to Uvalde County totaled about $23 million, described heavy paperwork and outreach gaps, and requested one part-time or full-time assistant; the court approved the report but took no immediate budget action to hire staff.

Uvalde County's Veterans Service Officer reveals a staggering $23 million in VA payouts but warns of overwhelming paperwork and a desperate need for administrative support to help veterans and their families.

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Uvalde County vs. Morris County | Counties Across Texas Spotlight Series — TEXAS FORWARD PARTY Explore the crystal clear waters of the Frio River and the industrial history of Northeast Texas and learn why Forward believes that the park ranger in Uvalde County and the steelworker in Morris…

River & Iron. 🏞️🧱 Today’s CountiesAcrossTexas match-up: #UvaldeCounty (Frio River/Honey) vs. #MorrisCounty (State Park/Steel). A spotlight on resilience ➟ www.texasforwardparty.org/counties-x-t...

Forward believes that the park ranger in Concan and the steelworker in Daingerfield both serve our state. In #UvaldeCounty, the community deserves responsive leadership. #OpenPrimaries would allow voters to choose leaders who prioritize safety, mental health resources, and water protection over partisan politics. #RankedChoiceVoting would help the community heal and move forward together. In #MorrisCounty, the industrial legacy is strong. #RankedChoiceVoting empowers the workforce to support candidates who prioritize vocational training and rural economic development. It ensures that the steel country has a voice.

From the Frio River to the Steel Mill. 🏊‍♂️🏗️ Uvalde & Morris Counties are Texas resilience.

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County signs interlocal with Texas Parks and Wildlife to rebuild County Road 349 for future Bear Creek State Park Uvalde County approved an interlocal agreement with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to reconstruct 2.18 miles of County Road 349 (Bear Creek Road), including three low-water crossings; TPWD will provide engineering and reimburse the county under the draft agreement.

Uvalde County is gearing up for a major transformation with plans to upgrade County Road 349 for the future Bear Creek State Park!

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Votes at a glance: Uvalde County Commissioners Court, Jan. 7, 2026 A quick roundup: the court approved minutes, accepted a TWDB sirens grant, approved HTS laptop purchases for constables, entered a TPWD interlocal for road work, approved applying for HB3000 funds for Concan EMS and accepted FEMA public-assistance review moving forward.

Uvalde County Commissioners made pivotal decisions in their latest meeting, including new tech for constables and a million-dollar grant for outdoor warning sirens!

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Uvalde County accepts $1 million Texas Water Development Board grant to expand outdoor warning system County staff told the commissioners the Texas Water Development Board has made $1 million available to Uvalde County for outdoor warning sirens tied to July flood response; the court accepted the funds and staff will develop a project plan for submittal to TWDB.

Uvalde County is set to receive a $1 million grant to boost outdoor warning sirens, enhancing safety in the wake of July's devastating floods.

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Uvalde County court votes to apply for state ambulance grant for Concan EMS The Uvalde County Commissioners Court voted 3–1 to apply for a House Bill 3000 ambulance grant and designate Concan Fire & EMS as the recipient to replace a vehicle lost to fire; county staff and EMS leaders debated recipient selection, insurance and ownership arrangements before the vote.

Uvalde County is taking a crucial step to secure $350,000 for Concan Fire & EMS to replace a fire-damaged ambulance, highlighting the urgent needs of rural healthcare!

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Uvalde County awards Regroup a three-year mass-notification contract After a county evaluation panel reviewed proposals, commissioners approved Regroup's mass-notification service for Uvalde County at $9,995 in year one and $7,195 annually thereafter under a guaranteed three-year price; the system will be hosted at the Emergency Operations Center and relies on cellular mapping of 911 numbers.

Uvalde County has just secured a cutting-edge mass-notification system aimed at enhancing emergency communication for residents, all at a competitive price!

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Uvalde County accepts $2.339 million prosecution grant to fund border-related investigations The Uvalde County Commissioners approved acceptance of a $2,339,000 Board of Prosecution Unit grant covering Sept. 1, 2025–Aug. 31, 2027, to fund prosecutors, investigators and support staff for border-related criminal cases; a citizen raised concerns about long-term local costs if the grant ends.

Uvalde County just secured a massive $2.3 million grant to tackle border-related crimes, but concerns loom about the long-term impact on local funding.

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Commissioners accept $1.11 million Operation Lone Star award and other grants; renew public‑defender interlocal The court accepted a $1,113,566.91 Operation Lone Star award for prosecution and overtime through Aug. 31, 2026, accepted a $17,500 rifle‑resistant body‑armor grant, and approved a renewal interlocal with Lubbock County to provide regional public defenders in capital cases for $11,500.

Uvalde County secures over $1.1 million in grants for crucial legal resources and public safety initiatives, setting the stage for transformative changes!

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Citizen Criticizes Court Delays in County Road 202 Improvement Funding Resident expresses frustration over prolonged delays in funding for County Road 202 repairs

Residents of Uvalde are demanding answers as delays in County Road 202 repairs threaten their safety and livelihoods.

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City Council discusses long-term service contracts amid budgetary concerns City Council addresses challenges in maintaining services with a five-year contract approach.

Uvalde County's Commissioners Court is at a crucial juncture, weighing a five-year contract to secure essential services amid pressing budget challenges that could reshape the community's future.

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Judge Mitchell upgrades courthouse security with 16 new surveillance cameras Courthouse enhances security infrastructure with updated cameras and improved network integration.

Uvalde County is taking courthouse security to the next level with a $20,000 upgrade that includes 16 new surveillance cameras for enhanced safety and transparency.

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County officials discuss drug smuggling operations and victim assistance grants County officials address ongoing smuggling issues and seek approval for victim assistance funding

Uvalde County is taking bold steps to tackle drug smuggling while ensuring support for crime victims—find out how they're balancing safety and justice!

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Event marketing grants boost local business despite bad weather in April Thousands attended local events in April, highlighting successful marketing grant initiatives.

Uvalde County is witnessing a tourism boom with thousands flocking to events, even in challenging weather, thanks to innovative marketing strategies and grants for local businesses.

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City Council approves TIRS to boost public infrastructure and tourism funding City Council advances TIRS plan to enhance public infrastructure and tourism oversight.

Uvalde County is set to transform its economy and infrastructure with new Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones aimed at boosting tourism and funding essential projects!

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