COMMISSIONERS CONGRATULATE SHERIFF

Navarro County Commissioners recognized and congratulated Sheriff Elmer Tanner during Monday’s regular meeting of Commissioner’s Court. In Colby Karhan’s inaugural meeting as Navarro County Judge.

Sheriff Tanner thanked those he worked with during his career, during remarks to Commissioners Court.

“It’s an honor to represent everyone in Navarro County and to bring the Tom Tellepsen Award for outstanding leadership and dedicated service to Navarro County,” said Tanner.

The Award is given by the Sheriff’s Association of Texas, recognizing outstanding contributions to the advancement of law enforcement and criminal justice.

Tanner also received notes of recognition from State Representative Cody Harris and Congressman for the Sixth Congressman Jake Ellzey.

Due to dry conditions and no measurable rain in the forecast the Navarro County burn ban remains in effect.

Commissioners received updates about the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4H and FCS programs.

Navarro County tire day was set for Friday, September 4, 2026 and will be held at the Navarro County Expo Center.

Commissioners approved the reappointments of Navarro County Child Welfare Board members.

The Court also appointed Richard Thompson to the Navarro County Child Welfare Board, in accordance with Texas state statute.

The Court approved Texas Connect as an additional investment for County Investment Pool

The Tax Collection Report for July 2026, was also approved Navarro County Tax Assessor Collector Mike Dowd reported that the county has received approximately $33.8 million in revenue so far this year.

The figure is nearly $1.4 million more than last year at this time. Dowd also noted the rate of collections is slightly more than last year at this time.

Commissioners tabled a motion to award the bid to replace the Navarro County Jail’s HVAC System in order to review options and receive more information.

Commissioners approved a request to install Tyler Payments on Tyler Eagle System for the County Clerk. The software cost of approximately $1,400 will be paid from the Clerk’s records management fund.

Consideration of approving 2026 Navarro County Resolution Indigent Defense Grant Program. The action is routine and enables the county to receive grant funds from the state to offset some of the cost associated with indigent defense.

Commissioners tabled action on a series of MOU agreements with Health Care Providers to provide care for economically disadvantaged Navarro County residents. The item is likely to be on a future agenda of Commissioners Court pending review from County Attorneys.

The Court also authorized the county’s Facility Maintenance Manger to go out for remodel bids for Indigent Building located at 122 W. First Avenue in Corsicana.

Commissioners approved a request by Orca Falls Solar, LLC to cross SE CR 0120 in Pct. 2.

The Court also approved a Special Road Use Permit for Orca Falls Solar, LLC in Pct. 2.

Commissioners approved a motion authorizing Commissioner Eddie Moore to purchase a 2026 Massey Ferguson Tractor for Pct. 3 Road and Bridge.

An associated financing agreement between Government Capital and Navarro County was also approved.

The agreement is for four years and will cost approximately $31,000 annually

Commissioners amended a contract with Corbet-Oak Valley VFD to remove one

Fire Truck in Pct. 4. The Corbet-Oak Valley VFD now has four trucks.

The Court also received nearly $11,000 in delinquent tax funds resulting from the sale of property.

Following an Executive Session Commissioners approved a motion to approve a security audit and an MOU to conduct cyber security training with Texas University.

The Navarro County Commissioners’ Court meets regularly at 10 A.M. on the second and fourth Monday of each month in the Navarro County Courthouse, located at 300 W. Third Ave. in Corsicana.

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