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Calvary Construction proposed work focused on the courthouse’ south side where staff and contractors documented active leaks into the district courtroom and adjacent offices. County staff described the contractor’s approach as removing deteriorated mortar around window casings and other joints, replacing it with a color-matched flexible product and applying a sealant across the face to reduce future cracking and water penetration. Staff gave the bid amount as roughly $93,092.

Commissioners raised immediate concerns that the bid covered only a single face of a building that has mortar issues around much of its exterior. Commissioners also recalled a 2019 drone survey that identified mortar problems across the building and questioned whether the county should solicit multiple bids or consult contractors affiliated with the Texas Historical Commission. One commissioner noted earlier estimates that full step replacement or larger masonry work had been quoted at significantly higher sums earlier in the procurement process.

Commissioner Williams moved to table the Calvary Construction bid “and go out and look for more,” and Commissioner Boyle seconded the motion; the court voted unanimously to table the item. Commissioners discussed asking the Texas Historical Commission for contractor recommendations and running a request for proposals so the county could compare bids and secure more precise inspections — including drone or elevated inspections — before committing county funds.

County staff said the courthouse has a $125,000 building-improvement line item available, but commissioners also clarified that building-improvement funds are distinct from maintenance funds; the county did not commit to using the available line item for the full façade work. Commissioners instructed staff to seek additional proposals and documentation, including targeted elevated inspections and contractor references, before returning the item for a future decision.

No formal contract award was made; the Calvary Construction proposal remains under consideration pending additional information and competing bids.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","09.09.2025 Commissioners Court Special Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Mills County commissioners tabled consideration of a roughly $93,000 bid from Calvary Construction to repair mortar and seal the south face of the courthouse after concerns the work would only cover one side and that specialists recommended by the Texas Historical Commission might be needed.","taxTitle","Mills County, Texas","taxId",73734,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},5987583,"Mills County OKs Brasher Company bid to regrade courthouse lawn, with questions about scope and materials",1087,79000,1166000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5841234-aabafa9d381f1865e51ac58734abaf3f&start=79&end=1166","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5841234-aabafa9d381f1865e51ac58734abaf3f/thumbnail_79000.jpg","/articles/5987583/Mills-County/Texas/Mills-County-OKs-Brasher-Company-bid-to-regrade-courthouse-lawn-with-questions-about-scope-and-materials","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5987583-b94844413cb5d68d2e41ed67478bc771/orig.mp4?Expires=1770485418&Signature=EnMlaVeK-aHDnUDLWETicZs6ueIB-c1pJX9xphslC58VwuGYnUkyjFV3UquOHzzZHOed9pKzzXt6MMXbaaxUWr8E9mkjaVcxTtz7Hgd9qyI~OijEmBbRjsyYr3QqauqbhqgsQBb4TFQQu1pPriwTejqgejZZ9kgg4J2Gsi71avham8aXwLtTSCtDHn9rGWVz6YKUHcm20AK3nIssaUcdPDFPpdbldLtza0WGmVOFG5XNNyZTyq7FoIrj7WO~hELDjmXD8b-JPruJUcceiV5EZAkW50nbJpYipxStthQK0runCI4KXTIPmO2uFXgvv4NpESsL5h-wt3AfcmfI9~9~Eg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","MILLS COUNTY, Texas — Mills County Commissioners on Sept. 9 approved a bid from Brasher Company to regrade turf and repair low spots around the county courthouse intended to reduce water intrusion into the building’s basement.

The work approved covers regrading on the courthouse’ northeast and southeast sides, removing existing grass and topsoil where needed, adding new topsoil and laying sod; the bid authorizes irrigation adjustments where required. County officials described the work as intended to reduce runoff collecting against the building and to address a sinkhole-like low spot near a corner step.

County staff described the contractor’s estimate as “like, $6,288,” and noted a separate pea-gravel quote for a small area — the old jail site — was about $1,050 and deemed “way too high.” Commissioners asked for clarification about the amount of sod required (pallet counts), what material the contractor would bring for leveling (staff said “They’re bringing topsoil.”), and whether sprinkler heads would need adjustment after grade changes.

The commissioners discussed turf type and timing. Staff said the contractor recommended Zoysia turf — described in the meeting as durable in the Austin area and commonly used in central Texas — and warned that newly laid sod typically needs about 30 days to establish. Commissioners raised calendar conflicts including upcoming seasonal events and holiday lighting that may require heavy equipment on newly laid sod.

Discussion included concerns about detail in the contractor’s estimate and whether irrigation work and other small tasks were fully itemized. One commissioner moved to approve the Brasher Company bid “with my concern added,” and the motion was seconded and approved unanimously.

Discussion (not action) documented questions the commissioners and staff raised about material specifics, the number of sod pallets required, exact irrigation adjustments and timing relative to other courthouse projects. The formal action taken was approval of the Brasher Company bid for courthouse maintenance.

The county did not specify a formal warranty period in the motion. Staff estimated the on-site portion of the landscaping work would take about one to two days. Commissioners flagged the need to confirm details — soil type, weed control measures, exact irrigation adjustments and the amount of sod — prior to mobilization.

The approval was handled during the commissioners court meeting; staff said they would follow up with the contractor to confirm outstanding details and scheduling.

Mills County Commissioners Court meets regularly; further scheduling or contract paperwork was not detailed in the meeting record.","Mills County Commissioners approved a bid from Brasher Company to regrade turf and address low spots around the county courthouse to reduce interior flooding, while raising questions about materials, irrigation adjustments and schedule.","actionData","errors"]

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Commissioners table $93,000 Calvary Construction mortar-repair bid after questions about scope and cost

Mills County OKs Brasher Company bid to regrade courthouse lawn, with questions about scope and materials