The commissioners unanimously terminated Southern Cleaning Service's contract for cause and directed an in-house interim janitorial plan that County facilities estimates will reduce costs by roughly $34,000 compared with the existing $120,000 contract.

Ellis County — Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County to issue up to $10.85M tax note; lowest bid at 3.98% recommended

Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County reduces architect fees as elections office shifts to remodeled Jefferson Street building

Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County to auction four surplus vehicles, return proceeds to budget

Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County defers action on security measures after executive session

Nov 10, 2026

Healthcare Funding

Ellis County approves LPPF rate methodology changes; public hearing draws no speakers

Nov 10, 2026

Procurement Contracts

Ellis County ends contract with Southern Cleaning Service; facilities staff to cover janitorial work temporarily

Nov 10, 2026

Surplus Assets

Ellis County approves auction of four surplus vehicles and a trailer to recoup funds

Nov 10, 2026

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What stands out in Ellis County

Data from Polco GPAL
Standouts compare Ellis County with communities in Texas or of similar population size. Surprises are where the measured figure was unusually far from what Polco's model expected. Each fact gives its year; public data runs one to two years behind.

In 2023, Ellis County was less favorable than communities of similar population size on residents with access to places to exercise.

2nd percentile · 2023 · County Health Rankings, via Polco GPAL

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Nov 10Commissioners CourtCourt approved Arqitex fee amendments.Nov 10Commissioners Court 11/10/2026Adopt LPPF rule and implement amended FY2027 rates.Oct 27Commissioners Court-2026-10-27Court approved bond release and acceptance.Oct 27Commissioners CourtApprove multiple awards for RFB2026 series and authorize contract execution.

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Ellis County defers action on security staffing and devices after executive session

Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County adopts amended LPPF calculation method and implements FY2027 mandatory payment rates

Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County authorizes up to $10.85M tax‑anticipation note to fund Jefferson Street purchase and renovations

Nov 10, 2026

Ellis County trims architect fees after choosing to remodel Jefferson Street elections building

Nov 10, 2026