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Nueces County approves Hansen contract to demolish 1914 courthouse after executive session
Summary
After consulting with county counsel in executive session, the commissioners approved Hansen work authorization No. 4 (not to exceed $363,458) to demolish the 1914 courthouse; county staff said capital funds are available and will be formalized by a budget amendment.
The Nueces County Commissioners Court approved work authorization No. 4 with Hansen Engineering to proceed with demolition of the old 1914 courthouse. The item was discussed in executive session and returned to open court for a recorded vote on April 30.
The authorization covers demolition scope and related professional work and carries a not‑to‑exceed amount of $363,458, according to county staff. Commissioners stated they have identified capital funding for the project and county staff committed to submit a budget amendment to place the funds formally.
Why it matters: Removing an aging courthouse structure is a step toward redevelopment of the site, county leaders said. The motion passed following the executive‑session consultation with county counsel about contract details.
What the court approved: The work authorization as presented by county staff was adopted and funding will be documented by a budget amendment. County attorneys and staff confirmed they reviewed the final form of the authorization and that it reflected agreed terms.
Representative quote: "This is a really good step forward for the county," a commissioner said after the vote.
The vote was taken after the court returned from executive session; the work authorization was approved and is scheduled to move forward under county oversight.
