Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
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Type of Request: Transmittal
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Transmittal by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 of a Vessel Removal Cooperation Contract with the Texas General Land Office (No. 26-157-000-F763) executed pursuant to the Order approved by Commissioners Court on February 26, 2026.
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Background and Discussion:
Abandoned and Derelict Vessels (ADVs) continue to be a persistent issue in the waterways of Precinct 2 and the Greater Bay Area, creating safety, environmental, and economic concerns. While the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has jurisdiction over the removal of ADVs under Chapter 40 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, it is not legally obligated to remove these vessels and does not have a dedicated funding source to address the issue.
To help close this gap, Precinct 2 has partnered with the GLO through a series of Vessel Removal Cooperation Contracts that authorize Precinct 2 to remove and dispose of ADVs, as identified by the GLO, within local waterways. In February 2026, Commissioners Court approved the agreements and authorized Precinct 2 to execute them.
This transmittal serves as documentation that the Vessel Removal Cooperation Contract attached hereto has been fully executed by all parties.
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Accordingly, Precinct 2 is authorized to proceed under the terms of this specific agreement. This authority will facilitate the timely removal of ADVs from local waterways, improving public safety, protecting the environment, and reducing economic impacts associated with these vessels. Ultimately, the contract will support cleaner, safer, and more navigable waterways throughout the region.
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Approval of an order establishing procedures for the removal and disposal of derelict vessels and authorizing execution by designated personnel of up to fifteen (15) Vessel Removal Cooperation Contracts with the GLO each year, provided that such contracts must be in substantially the form attached and transmitted to Commissioners Court after execution. |
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