Atascosa County

08/27/2026

📚 PUBLIC NOTICE | ATASCOSA COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD MEETING

The Atascosa County Library Board will hold its regular meeting on:
📅 Tuesday, September 1, 2026
⏰ 9:30 a.m.
📍 Lytle Community Center/Annex
19031 Priest Blvd., Lytle, TX 78052

The Board will consider regular business, library invoices, and reports from the public libraries serving Lytle, Poteet, Pleasanton, Jourdanton, and Charlotte.

Please see the attached meeting notice for the complete agenda.

08/26/2026

The Atascosa County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom, Suite 203, at the Atascosa County Courthouse in Jourdanton.

Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/

View the complete agenda here: https://co.atascosa.tx.us/commissioners-court/

08/24/2026

Commissioners Court Recap | August 24, 2026

The Atascosa County Commissioners Court held its regular meeting on Monday, August 24.

During the meeting, the Court:

🇺🇸 “A Day to Remember” Proclamation
Approved and presented a proclamation honoring the victims and heroes of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The proclamation encourages remembrance, patriotism, responsible citizenship, peace, and unity.

🔥 Countywide Burn Ban
Approved a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of Atascosa County. The order took effect August 24 and will remain in effect for 90 days, through November 22, 2026, unless ended earlier by the County Fire Marshal when conditions improve.

🤝 Camino Real Community Services
Approved Atascosa County’s local-match commitment to Camino Real Community Services for Fiscal Year 2027 and reappointed Laura Calvert to the organization’s Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning September 1, 2026.

The Court also considered right-of-way permits, Sheriff and Constable fees for 2027, updated postage and mailing equipment, the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Juvenile Board budget, personnel matters, invoices, payroll, department reports, and other routine County business.

📄 View the agenda packet: https://co.atascosa.tx.us/commissioners-court/

▶️ Watch the meeting: https://www.youtube.com/

The next Commissioners Court meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

This recap provides a factual summary of featured actions and announcements from today’s meeting.

The official record is maintained through the approved minutes. Residents are encouraged to review the agenda and watch the full meeting for complete discussion and context.

08/24/2026

🔥 BURN BAN IN EFFECT FOR ATASCOSA COUNTY 🔥

On Monday, August 24, 2026, the Atascosa County Commissioners Court approved a countywide burn ban. The ban will remain in effect for 90 days, through November 22, 2026, unless it is lifted or modified by the Court.

Please review and follow all restrictions listed in the attached notice. Anyone conducting an approved fire must call the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office at 830-769-3434 to be added to the burn log.

We urge everyone to take these restrictions seriously and help minimize the risk of fires throughout our community.

Questions may be directed to the Atascosa County Fire Marshal’s Office at 830-769-2029.

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On Monday, August 24, 2026, Atascosa County Commissioners Court voted to implement a burn ban for the county and will remain in effect for 90 days until November 22, 2026.

* Burning of household trash only, in a barrel with a wire grate on top is allowed.
* Recreational Fires / Cooking Fires are allowed.
* Open flames or open burning is NOT ALLOWED.
* Fires may not begin until 1 hour after sunrise.
* Fires must be extinguished 1 hour prior to sunset.
* A water source must be readily available.
* Approved fires must always be monitored.
* Call the Atascosa County Sheriff's Office to be put in the burn log at (830)-769-3434.

We urge everyone in Atascosa County to abide by the burn ban so we can all work together to minimize the risk of fires and ensure our public's safety.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our office at (830)-769-2029.

08/23/2026

REMINDER✨

Join Us for Commissioners Court!

County government works best when citizens stay informed and involved.

The Atascosa County Commissioners Court will meet on Monday, August 24th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom (Room 203) at the Atascosa County Courthouse in Jourdanton.
These meetings are open to the public and provide an opportunity to learn more about county business, ongoing projects, and decisions that impact our communities.

Residents who wish to address Commissioners Court may do so during the Public Comments portion at the beginning of the meeting. Please note that, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the County Judge and Commissioners Court cannot respond to or engage in discussion during public comment.

View the agenda here: https://co.atascosa.tx.us/commissioners-court/

Livestream - https://www.youtube.com/

We look forward to seeing you there!

08/21/2026

BOIL WATER NOTICE LIFTED

The City of Jourdanton is pleased to announce that the boil water notice has been lifted. Residents may resume normal use of their water.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we worked to resolve the issue.

08/21/2026

What does a Justice of the Peace do, and how does the Justice Court serve our community?

Join the Honorable Judge Willie Leal Jr. for an informative community presentation covering the role and responsibilities of a Justice of the Peace, the types of matters handled by the court, and the important services the JP Court provides to Atascosa County residents.

📅 Saturday, September 5
⏰ 9:00 a.m.
📍 American Legion
1404 Zanderson Avenue
Jourdanton, TX 78026

This presentation is free and open to the public. All are welcome!

08/21/2026

✨Reminder✨

🐝 Interested in beekeeping? Here’s your chance to learn from the experts!

Whether you’re thinking about starting your first hive or simply want to learn more about the important role honey bees play in agriculture, the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office is hosting a two-part Apiculture Academy this September.

Participants will learn:
🍯 Honey bee biology
🐝 Beekeeping basics, including equipment, hive setup, and bee installation
🌼 When and how to feed bees
🛡️ Common threats to bee colonies, including Varroa mites, hive beetles, and wax moths

📅 Beekeeping 101 Workshop: September 1, 2026 (1:00–4:00 p.m.)
📅 Beekeeping Field Day: September 8, 2026 (9:00–11:00 a.m.)

💲 Registration is $25 per person.
📞 RSVP by August 24 by calling the Atascosa County AgriLife Extension Office at 830-569-0034.

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, want to support local pollinators, or are interested in agricultural education, this is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with beekeeping. We hope to see you there! 🐝🌻

08/20/2026

🏛️ Atascosa County Corner

County Authority:
What Can Counties Do—and What Can’t They Do?

Understanding county government starts with understanding what the law actually allows.

Have you ever wondered why county government can take action on some issues but has limited authority over others?

Texas counties have important responsibilities, but they do not possess the same broad local authority that cities may exercise. Counties may act only when authority is granted by the Texas Constitution or Legislature, along with powers necessarily implied to carry out responsibilities assigned by law.

That means there are many things’ residents may expect county government to do that state law simply does not authorize.

This week’s Atascosa County Corner explains what your county government can—and cannot—do under Texas law.

In this edition, we’re breaking down:
✔️ What Commissioners Court has the authority to do
✔️ What falls outside the County’s authority
✔️ Why some matters must be handled by a city, special district, state agency, or the Texas Legislature
County authority includes adopting the budget and tax rate, maintaining county infrastructure, funding essential services, reviewing subdivisions, enforcing certain state-authorized requirements, entering agreements, and pursuing grants.

However, the County cannot create powers it has not been given, impose broad countywide zoning, deny a lawful private development without legal authority, override another governmental entity’s jurisdiction, or take over responsibilities assigned to another office or agency.

Limited authority does not mean limited responsibility. It means county leaders must work within the law, clearly communicate those limits, and responsibly use every available tool to serve residents.

📲 Swipe through to learn more. If there’s a topic you would like us to cover in a future issue, scan the QR code or leave us a comment below.

Sources:
Texas Constitution—Article V, Section 18: Commissioners Courts
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CN/htm/CN.5.htm
Texas Constitution—Article IX: Counties
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CN/htm/CN.9.htm
Texas Local Government Code—Chapter 81: Commissioners Court
https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/LG/htm/LG.81.htm
Texas Association of Counties—County Government
https://www.county.org
Texas Legislature Online
https://capitol.texas.gov

Information is provided for educational purposes. County authority is determined by the Texas Constitution, Texas statutes, and applicable court decisions.

Your concerns matter—even when the law limits what we can do today. We encourage you to share your ideas with us, attend Commissioners’ Court meetings, and stay engaged. Constructive conversations help us better serve Atascosa County and advocate for the tools our community may need in the future.

An informed community is a stronger community, and we’re committed to making county government easier to understand—one topic at a time.

08/19/2026

Join Us for Commissioners Court!

County government works best when citizens stay informed and involved.

The Atascosa County Commissioners Court will meet on Monday, August 24th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom (Room 203) at the Atascosa County Courthouse in Jourdanton.
These meetings are open to the public and provide an opportunity to learn more about county business, ongoing projects, and decisions that impact our communities.

Livestream - https://www.youtube.com/

Residents who wish to address Commissioners Court may do so during the Public Comments portion at the beginning of the meeting. Please note that, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the County Judge and Commissioners Court cannot respond to or engage in discussion during public comment.

View the agenda here: https://co.atascosa.tx.us/commissioners-court/

We look forward to seeing you there!