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Treasurer reports $8.12 million in county funds; CD purchase discussion tabled
Summary
County Treasurer Kimberly Long reported total county funds of $8,118,146.01 as of Jan. 31, 2026, and January interest earnings of $26,173.99. The court reviewed CD holdings and tabled a proposed CD purchase until the March 9 meeting; FirstBank Southwest will be invited to discuss rates.
County Treasurer Kimberly L. Long presented the monthly financial report to the Commissioners Court on Feb. 9, saying the total of all county funds was $8,118,146.01 as of Jan. 31, 2026. The treasurer reported the county earned $26,173.99 in interest for January and reviewed balances across the general fund, certificates of deposit and money-market accounts.
Long walked the court through key account balances, noting the general fund balance and two first-bank CDs. Commissioners examined current CD rates and directed the item be tabled for further discussion. The court voted to invite Darren Chisum of FirstBank Southwest to the March 9 meeting to review CD options and confirm which funds are available for investment.
The court certified and accepted the treasurer's report unanimously. No budget amendments were presented at the meeting.
