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Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting
· 9:00 a.m.
Caldwell County Courthouse, Room 200, 110 S. Main St., Lockhart, Texas 78644
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Community and Evacuation Center Grand Opening
The 45,000-square-foot Caldwell County Community and Evacuation Center officially opened. The $22 million facility provides emergency shelter for up to 360 people during disasters and functions as an event venue accommodating 600+ guests.
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Tire Disposal Event
Free tire disposal for Caldwell County residents, Saturday, May 30, 8 a.m.–noon at two locations. Limit 10 tires per person. Commercial and truck tires with rims now accepted.
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Burn Ban temporarily lifted until October 8
The Caldwell County burn ban has been temporarily lifted until October 8 due to improved conditions from recent rainfall. See the full order.
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Commissioners Court Recap: Sept. 24, 2026
This is a brief summary of discussion and action highlights of the Sept. 24, 2026 regular commissioners court meeting. See full agendas and official meeting minutes and watch full video of the meetings. Caldwell County Commissioners voted t
About Caldwell County
Caldwell County sits in the heart of Central Texas, about 35 miles south of Austin. The county seat, Lockhart, is internationally recognized as the Barbecue Capital of Texas — a title enshrined by the Texas Legislature in 2003.
Founded in 1848 and named for Mathew Caldwell, a soldier of the Texas Revolution, the county covers 546 square miles of rolling blackland prairie and post oak savanna. With a growing population of approximately 47,000 residents, Caldwell County balances its rich agricultural heritage with expanding residential and commercial development.
Founded 1848
Named for Mathew Caldwell, a soldier of the Texas Revolution.
County seat: Lockhart
The Barbecue Capital of Texas, so designated by the Texas Legislature in 2003.
Population about 47,000
A growing community roughly 35 miles south of Austin.
546 square miles
Rolling blackland prairie and post oak savanna.
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