Residents across Atascosa County have an opportunity to see how decisions affecting their communities, county services and taxpayer-funded projects take shape when the Atascosa County Commissioners Court meets Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. at the Atascosa County Courthouse in Jourdanton.

From a proposed $15,000 contribution to Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors and residents with disabilities to subdivision development requests, law enforcement staffing and county infrastructure improvements, the upcoming meeting includes several matters with direct connections to everyday life in Atascosa County.

The meeting is open to the public, and residents who cannot attend in person can follow the proceedings online. Those wishing to speak during public comments must complete a participation form before the meeting begins.

Meals on Wheels Funding Could Support Homebound Atascosa County Residents

One of the agenda items involves a proposed county contribution to help provide meals for older adults and residents with disabilities who are unable to leave their homes.

Commissioners will consider adopting a resolution certifying Atascosa County's budgeted $15,000 donation to Meals On Wheels-San Antonio for fiscal year 2027.

The funding would be used specifically in Atascosa County to provide meals to homebound elderly or disabled residents. The resolution is connected to the Texas Department of Agriculture's Texans Feeding Texans: Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program, which supports meal delivery services for eligible Texans.

For families caring for aging parents, neighbors living alone and residents managing disabilities, home-delivered meal programs can provide an important source of nutrition and regular contact with the community.

If approved, the resolution would authorize County Judge Weldon P. Cude to sign the necessary documentation confirming the county's financial commitment.

Subdivision Development and Rural Property Requests on the Agenda

As residential development continues to shape communities throughout Atascosa County, Commissioners Court will review several land-use requests involving rural properties.

The county's Rural Development department, represented by Britni Van Curan, will present three matters for possible approval or denial.

The first involves the preliminary plat for Dairy Acres Unit 2 Subdivision, located along Dairy Road in Precinct 1. Preliminary plat reviews are part of the subdivision planning process and help establish how proposed developments are organized before proceeding through additional requirements.

Commissioners will also consider two Certificates of Exception in Precinct 3, including a request involving the Martinez family on Price Road and another involving Robert Brown on Brown Road.

These decisions are particularly relevant to property owners, nearby residents and families interested in how rural land is divided and developed. The agenda does not specify the number of proposed lots or the intended use of the properties.

Public Safety Staffing and Animal Control Services Under Review

Several agenda items concern personnel within the Atascosa County Sheriff's Office, including proposed pay rates and position updates for employees working in patrol, jail operations and correctional services.

Sheriff Guerra will present personnel matters involving Rebecca Castillo as Jail Corporal, Brandon Gonzales as Jail Sergeant, Jussiah Lopez as Jail Lieutenant and Laura Stafford as Jail Nurse.

Additional personnel considerations involve Patrol Deputy Javier Torres Martinez and Corrections Officers Mark Cerda, Christopher Keiser, Ashlee Martinez, Tyler Martinez, James Benavides and Chase Squires.

The proposed hourly pay rates range from $24.36 to $31.9230, depending on the position and compensation tier. The agenda also identifies uniform allowances of $200 per month and, for applicable positions, eligibility under Texas Senate Bill 22 funding provisions. Several employees would continue their one-year agency probation periods.

The court will also enter into its minutes the September 30, 2026, start date and salary information for newly hired Deputy Sheriff Jacob Morin, whose listed Tier 1 pay rate is $28.62 per hour, with applicable allowances and incentive pay.

Separately, Commissioners will consider a personnel item involving existing employee Ryan Andy Carlton, listed as an Assistant Public Defender with an annual salary of $88,000.

In another public service matter, Atascosa County Animal Control will seek approval to renew its interlocal agreement with the City of Poteet. The agreement concerns animal control services provided through cooperation between the county and city.

For Poteet residents and surrounding communities, the proposed renewal is relevant to how animal control services are coordinated locally.

County Health Care Services and Employee Wellness

Health care is another focus of the October 13 agenda.

Lisa Akers will present the County Indigent Health Care end-of-year report for fiscal year 2025-2026 and request consideration of optional indigent health care services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

County indigent health care programs provide qualifying medical assistance to eligible low-income residents under applicable state and local requirements. The court's consideration of optional services may help determine which additional services are available during the upcoming fiscal year.

Commissioners will also discuss implementing an Atascosa County Wellness Incentive Program, administered through the Texas Association of Counties.

Presented by Kayla Fournier from Human Resources, the proposal concerns employee wellness benefits. Specific program incentives and eligibility requirements were not detailed in the supplied agenda.

Road and Bridge Improvements, County Facilities and Infrastructure Spending

Several proposals involve the facilities and equipment that support county operations.

Commissioners will review a proposal from RDG Architectural & Development for professional architectural services associated with a county maintenance building.

The court will also consider an agreement with McCoy Water to install a water meter at the Precinct 4 Road and Bridge yard, including authorization for a one-time installation payment if approved.

In Precinct 1, Commissioners will review a $28,700 proposal for a steel-frame structure at the Road and Bridge yard. According to the agenda, the project falls within the budgeted amount. Approval would also authorize an initial payment of $14,350, representing half the proposed cost.

A personnel item involving Road and Bridge employee Ruben Martinez is scheduled for consideration, with an hourly pay rate of $24.23 listed in the agenda.

Commissioners are also expected to review the County Infrastructure Project Monthly Report, presented by Curtis Vickers, offering another opportunity for residents to follow ongoing county infrastructure work.

Although these projects involve county operational facilities rather than individual residential streets, maintenance resources and equipment play a role in supporting road and bridge services across Atascosa County.

County Equipment Auction and Other Government Business

Atascosa County Commissioners Court will consider approving a contract with C.M. Company to conduct a county auction, along with declaring certain vehicles and equipment surplus and authorizing their sale.

The proposed auction inventory includes a Generac generator and several pieces of medical and emergency response equipment, including IV pumps, a stretcher, patient monitors, defibrillator monitors and battery charging stations.

The court must approve the proposed surplus equipment and auction arrangements before those actions proceed. The agenda does not provide an auction date or bidding instructions.

Other scheduled business includes consideration of an interlocal cooperative agreement with DeWitt County concerning legislative consulting, along with routine reviews of county invoices, payroll and submitted reports.

Commissioners may also enter executive session under the Texas Open Meetings Act to discuss authorized personnel, real estate and legal matters. Any formal action resulting from those discussions would need to occur in open session.

How Atascosa County Residents Can Attend or Watch the October 13 Meeting

Atascosa County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

• Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Atascosa County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom, Suite 203, 1 Courthouse Circle Drive, Jourdanton, TX 78026
• Meeting agenda and supporting documents: Atascosa County Commissioners Court
• Watch online: Atascosa County YouTube Channel

Residents who wish to address Commissioners Court during the public comment portion must complete the required participation form before the meeting begins.

According to the meeting agenda, public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker. Residents may address agenda matters or other issues, subject to the court's rules of procedure and decorum.

Under the Texas Open Meetings Act, Commissioners generally cannot deliberate or take action during public comments on subjects that have not been properly posted on the meeting agenda. They may, however, provide limited factual or policy information or propose placing an issue on a future agenda.

Residents interested in a particular item are encouraged to review the agenda and supporting materials before attending.

What's Next for Atascosa County Commissioners Court?

The October 13 meeting will give residents an opportunity to follow proposed decisions concerning county spending, services for vulnerable residents, public safety operations and rural development.

Importantly, the matters listed on the agenda are proposals for discussion or possible action, not completed approvals. Final decisions will depend on the court's deliberations and votes.

The next regular Atascosa County Commissioners Court meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026. Regular meetings are generally held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 9 a.m., although the October 13 meeting is scheduled for a Tuesday.

For residents of Jourdanton, Pleasanton, Poteet, Lytle and surrounding Atascosa County communities, following Commissioners Court meetings offers a closer look at how local government decisions are made and how public resources are managed.

Stay connected with My Neighborhood News for updates on Atascosa County government, public meetings, infrastructure improvements and the local decisions affecting the communities residents call home.

By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.

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