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Parker County outlines phased $286 million plan for jail expansion and new justice center
Summary
County leaders presented a scaled-back, phased bond plan—about $286 million—for a new justice center and jail expansion and said revised figures cut the estimated tax impact to just under 5¢ per $100 valuation. Officials emphasized phased construction to reduce immediate burden while meeting growth-driven needs.
Parker County officials presented a revised plan on Aug. 15 to build a new justice center and expand the county jail using a phased approach that reduces the immediate tax burden on residents.
Commissioners said the updated scope trims an earlier, larger 50‑year concept of about $500 million to a preliminary figure of roughly $286 million: about $104,754,000 for the jail and about $181,601,000 for the justice center. A court spokesperson described the change as a way “to retain the function of the master plan over 50 plus years while reducing the immediate impact.”
The court emphasized phasing as the core strategy: build portions now that address urgent capacity and security needs, then add subsequent phases as growth continues. A judge on the steering committee said the long‑range plan is intended to accommodate future additional courts, probate capacity and secure inmate movement while allowing voters to decide each capital step.
Officials said final bond sizing and repayment structure will be refined after bond counsel presents more complete figures at a scheduled Monday briefing. The court did not set a ballot date at the forum. The meeting closed with commissioners inviting additional public meetings and educational outreach before any bond election.
