Rockwall County to Consider Judge Appointment, Infrastructure Contracts

The Commissioners Court will meet on December 17, 2025 at 10 00 a.m. in the Historic Courthouse third floor following a public Notice of Special Meeting posted on December 12. The agenda names the consideration and possible appointment of a qualified candidate to serve as Judge of Rockwall County Court at Law No. 1 with an option to serve either through the end of 2026 or through the March 3, 2026 primary at the candidate's discretion. That appointment will determine who handles county court caseloads for the interim period and may shape case scheduling and administrative continuity ahead of the primary election.

Also on the agenda is discussion and potential approval of a contract to update the Master Thoroughfare Plan with engineering consultant Freese and Nichols, Inc. An updated thoroughfare plan guides county road design and prioritization of transportation improvements, which affects future development patterns, traffic management, and funding decisions. Commissioners will also consider a prime contract change order related to the Sheriff’s Office renovation with SCI Construction, a matter that bears directly on the scope, timeline, and cost of the public safety facility project.

The posted notice states the court may adjourn into executive session to address pending or contemplated litigation, real estate matters, personnel matters including replacement of the Indigent Health Coordinator and Fire Marshal positions, advice of counsel, security issues, contract deliberations, and economic development prospects. The court will reconvene in open session to take any necessary action. Personnel decisions for the Indigent Health Coordinator and the Fire Marshal could affect public health services and local fire prevention and response oversight pending formal appointment processes.

Residents who wish to review the full notice or obtain contact information for the Clerk’s office can find meeting details and related documents on the county website at https://www.rockwallcountytexas.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=998. The meeting is open to the public subject to any executive session provisions outlined on the notice.