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Commissioners approve up to $12,500 to buy shared 4‑H livestock trailer
Summary
The court approved spending up to $12,500 from LATCF/tourism funds toward a used climate‑controlled livestock trailer to be shared with Jeff Davis County and used by Brewster County 4‑H exhibitors.
Brewster County commissioners voted to spend up to $12,500 from the LATCF/tourism fund to acquire a used climate‑controlled livestock trailer for county 4‑H participants. The purchase will be shared with Jeff Davis County, as discussed by the presenter.
A 4‑H representative told the court the custom trailer can haul more than 30 sheep and goats and is configured with a pin system that would make travel to major Texas livestock shows safer and more efficient. The presenter said this is a long‑term asset with an expected service life measured in decades and noted an onboard generator with estimated value of $10,000–$12,000.
Commissioners debated funding sources and whether tourism money could cover part of the purchase; the judge proposed splitting costs and noted the trailer could also serve promotional purposes when attending statewide events. A motion to authorize up to $12,500 from LATCF passed by voice vote.
County staff will finalize purchase timing to align with the county’s October–September budget cycle and coordinate with Jeff Davis County on shared use and maintenance arrangements.
