Robin Armstrong

Precinct Redistricting Adjustments

Legal costs associated with ongoing federal litigation and redistricting implementation.

HR Policy Manual Revisions

Neutral or minimal impact on existing budgets.

emergency management

The impact is minimal, though it may affect costs for residents who would otherwise use burning for debris disposal.

2025 Mobility & Drainage Bond Program Infrastructure Contracts

Funded via 2019 and 2017 bond funds.

Grants Administration Policy

Brings external state and federal grant funding into county operations.

FY 2026 Proposed County Tax Rate

Sets county spending at $179 million and maintains property tax rates below the no-new-revenue threshold.

emergency weather response

You might save a bundle on plumbing repairs by wrapping your pipes now instead of dealing with a burst later.

Flood Mitigation Services

The position is part of the overall personnel budget adjustments.

FY 2026 Proposed County Tax Rate

Maintains the tax rate at $0.32406 per $100 of valuation with no tax rate increase for property owners.

Juvenile Justice Center System Modernization

Funded through county purchasing allocations.

County Property, Windstorm, and Flood Insurance Coverage

Involves county-wide property and casualty insurance premium expenditures.

election ballot preview

No direct costs here, but staying informed helps you vote on tax measures and bond proposals that hit your wallet.

Floodplain Variance Request

The owner claimed a loss of potential rental income and property value, but the county faces potential federal penalties if non-compliant structures are permitted.

Home Elevation Program

Grant-funded project funds remain encumbered pending future contract award.

law enforcement oversight

Taxpayers could be on the hook for legal fees or potential liability costs if the department's leadership issues continue to escalate.

Leteff Acres Subdivision Replat

The sale involves 13.9 acres of county-owned land.

Infrastructure and Pipeline Permitting

Funded via budget transfers from general fund reserves to county capital project funds.

Election Equipment Procurement

Covered by standard election services fees collected from participating local entities.

voter registration

There's no direct hit to your wallet here, but civic participation ensures local tax dollars align with your priorities.

South Kemah Drive and Prairie Street Engineering Projects

Funded via 2019 road bonds and 2025 mobility and drainage bond allocations.

Consent Agenda Items 1-39

Award RFP 26-100 Juvenile Justice Center Control System Modernization

Award RFP 26-095 Miscellaneous Concrete Placement

Award RFP 26-120 Property & Casualty Insurance

Selection of Coverage Options for Property, Windstorm, and Flood Insurance

Order for payroll ending 10/7/2026 bi-weekly #21

Order for supplemental payroll period ending 10/7/2026 bi-weekly #21

Receive and file refund check list from Odyssey submitted by the District Clerk

Receive and file the restitution checklist from Odyssey submitted by Personal Bond/Collections

Receive and file Summary of Biweekly Personnel Movements pay period #19, August 27 - September 09, 2026, submitted by Human Resources

Receive and file Summary of Biweekly Personnel Movements pay period #20, September 10 - September 23, 2026, submitted by Human Resources

Receive and file Gulf Coast Center Audit Report for Year Ended August 31, 2025, FY 2027 Operating Budget and FY 2027 Staff Listing in compliance with the Health and Safety Code 534.014 submitted by the County Judge

Consideration of a resolution honoring the retirement of Dr. Philip Keiser, Local Health Authority for Galveston County submitted by County Judge

Consideration of authorizing an order regarding the TAC 2026 County Technology Conference authorizing online/virtual attendance for the conference scheduled October 27-30, 2026 submitted by County Judge

Consideration of approval of granting a recurring use fee reduction of a permit fee (Facility Permitting Policy, Section 5.1.2 and 5.1.3) to the Bay Area Whip Dancers for use of the Walter Hall Banquet Hall for their weekly Tuesday dance…

Consideration of authorization for County Judge to sign the resolution and Letter Renewal Agreement regarding annual County grant to Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston for home delivered meals, submitted by Parks and Cultural…

Consideration of approval of TXU Energy Contract Service Point Change Request Form RSR-00732489 for the deletion of 4503 11th St. Bacliff, TX 77518 submitted by Facilities

Consideration of approval of a no-cost change order for expanded go-live support, training, and FLEX interface changes for UTMB and commissary services with Motorola submitted by Information Technology

Consideration for the County Judge to sign Memorandum of Agreement with the Drug Enforcement Administration concerning the use and abuse of controlled substances under the provisions of 21 U.S.C. § 873. submitted by Sheriff’s Office

Consideration of authorizing the County Judge to execute an engineering agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc for the Reppert Street Drainage Improvements project submitted by the County Engineer

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-87 by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie with the exception of item(s): #45. (Agenda item #45 voted on separately.)

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to defer by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to defer by Commissioner Apffel, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that contract be awarded to S&D Vending, LLC, as recommended.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that contract be awarded to Hojoca Moore Supply, as recommended.

Motion to defer by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Apffel that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve with conditions of Double T. Ranch Addition replat by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-39

Motion to approve that contract be awarded to Cornerstone Detention Products, Inc., as recommended.

Motion to approve that contract be awarded to TunnelTech Plumbing Excavation and Concrete Services, LLC as recommended

Motion to approve that contract be awarded to GIA Insurance Agency, LLC as recommended.

Motion to approve Option A that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-39

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that contract be awarded to Cornerstone Detention Products, Inc., as recommended.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that contract be awarded to TunnelTech Plumbing Excavation and Concrete Services, LLC as recommended

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that contract be awarded to GIA Insurance Agency, LLC as recommended.

Motion to approve Option A by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that the above action be taken by the Court.

Consent Agenda Items 1-39

Award RFP 26-100 Juvenile Justice Center Control System Modernization

Award RFP 26-095 Miscellaneous Concrete Placement

Award RFP 26-120 Property & Casualty Insurance

Selection of Coverage Options for Property, Windstorm, and Flood Insurance

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-68 by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie with the exception of item(s): #15, #20, #57, #58, #61 and #71.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Appfel that contract be awarded to Huitt-Zollars, Inc., as recommended.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that contract be awarded to Inmate Calling Solutions, LLC dba ICSolutions, as recommended

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Apffel that contract be awarded to Huitt-Zollars, Inc., as recommended.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that contract be awarded to Inmate Calling Solutions, LLC dba ICSolutions, as recommended

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-68 by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie with the exception of item(s): #15, #20, #57, #58, #61 and #71. (Agenda item #15 voted on separately.)

Consent Agenda (Excluding Items 15, 20, 57, 58, 61, and 71)

HR 008 - Time Off Policy Revisions

Award RFQ 26-109 GLO Coastal Management Program Engineering Services

Award RFP 26-101 Inmate Telephone and Commissary Services

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-57 by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie with the exception of item(s): # 37. (Agenda items # 37 voted on separately.)

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve Tax Rate of $0.32406 per $100 in valuation by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Giusti that the above action be taken by the Court.

Motion to approve by County Judge Henry, seconded by Commissioner Dugie that contract be awarded to Aspen Imaging, LLC dba Signature Aspen, as recommended.

Consent Agenda (Items 1-36, 38-57)

Item 37: Interlocal Agreement for Shared Services with Health District

Item 59: Adoption of the FY2027 County Budget

Item 60: Adoption of the 2026 Tax Levy

Item 61 & 62: RFP 26-102 Trash Barrel Pickup for Bolivar Peninsula

Item 63 & 64: RFP 26-115 Printing for Yearly Newsletter

Motion to approve consent agenda items 1-48

Motion to approve unconditionally