The Cameron County Commissioner's Court convened on July 22, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, primarily focusing on the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and related financial matters.

The meeting commenced with a motion to approve a resolution, performance statement, and budget, which was unanimously passed following a motion by Commissioner Benavides and a second by Commissioner Lopez.

Following this, the court turned its attention to the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The county's financial officer provided an update on the current budget status, noting that updated values from the appraisal district were expected to be certified shortly. This certification is crucial for calculating tax rates, with the officer indicating that the certified values would be available by the next meeting.

The officer reported a projected surplus in the General Fund of over $5.1 million, although this figure does not include potential new position requests or salary adjustments beyond those already approved. The court is set to discuss maximum compensation for elected officials at the next meeting, which will influence future budget considerations.

Additionally, the officer highlighted ongoing reviews of expenditures, particularly concerning communication services and inmate meal contracts, which are still pending. The court was informed that any changes in these areas could significantly impact the budget.

The meeting concluded with a reminder that the next session would include discussions on salary adjustments and the finalization of the budget, with the expectation of having a clearer financial picture by then. The court is preparing for a public hearing regarding elected officials' compensation, which will be scheduled for the following week.

Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of upcoming financial decisions and the need for careful planning as the county approaches the new fiscal year.