Caldwell County authorizes negotiations to buy 20 acres adjacent to evacuation center

Caldwell County Commissioners Court authorized the county judge on May 28, 2024, to begin negotiations with the City of Luling to purchase a roughly 20‑acre tract adjacent to the county evacuation center, at an offered price of $15,000 per acre.

The court said it previously purchased an initial 20 acres with grant funds associated with the evacuation center and that the second 20‑acre parcel was available at the same price. The judge explained the purchase would allow the county to expand facilities and pursue additional grant opportunities, including potential Economic Development Administration funding, but noted there was little room for price negotiation.

The court approved moving forward with surveying and title work and authorized staff to pursue the acquisition process. Commissioners approved the motion by voice vote.