The Bell County Commissioner’s Court convened on January 2, 2025, for a regular meeting that included the swearing-in of new officials and the approval of several agenda items. The meeting commenced with the administration of the oath of office to newly elected officials, including Constables Devin Rosenthal and Martha Dominguez, and Sheriff Bill Cook. Each official pledged to uphold the Constitution and execute their duties to the best of their abilities.

Sheriff Cook, in his remarks, expressed gratitude for the support he received throughout his campaign and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies in Bell County. He emphasized the importance of community safety and the commitment of his office to serve the citizens effectively.

Following the swearing-in ceremony, the court moved to the consent agenda, which included routine items such as the approval of previous meeting minutes, personnel and budget amendments, and claims for accounts payable. Notably, the court authorized a contract for repairs at the Cadence Bank Center, with costs covered by insurance reimbursements.

The court then addressed several appointments to the Bell County Emergency Services District (ESD) number 1. Mark McGraw and Toby Hatton were reappointed for two-year terms, while Jeff Kelly was appointed to the same board. All appointments were approved unanimously.

Additionally, the court discussed the appointment of a new Bell County Facilities Director. However, due to the candidate's absence, the decision was tabled until a future meeting.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to reconvene before February 4 to finalize the appointment of the Facilities Director and address any other pressing matters. Overall, the session highlighted the county's focus on leadership transitions and ongoing administrative responsibilities.