At their regular meeting on March 10, DeWitt County Commissioners approved the land purchase in Yorktown for a new building to be used by the Pct. 2 Justice of the Peace. They also heard a review of the county’s 2024 financial standing from an outside auditor.
Justice Center in Yorktown The court approved Court Order 2025010 to purchase 1.395 acres in DeWitt County from Texas Store Property LLC for $195,000, plus closing costs of up to $2,500, which will be determined once the closing date is set.
Judge Fowler recommended discussing the qualifications for architects at the next meeting, emphasizing the need for expertise in designing courtrooms and emergency operation centers (EOCs).