County Attorney Response to Public Information Request (PIA) – Jan 7, 2026
Leon County has responded to a Texas Public Information Act (PIA) request dated January 7, 2026, regarding communications involving certain county officials and identified entities for the period June 1, 2023 through the present. Summary of what the letter says The county acknowledges receipt of the request and states it conducted a reasonable search for responsive records. The county says some responsive records are being withheld under exceptions to disclosure, including: Attorney-client privilege (Texas Government Code §552.107) for confidential communications involving legal counsel. Economic development information (Texas Government Code §552.131), related to ongoing or prospective economic development negotiations. Internal advice and deliberations (Texas Government Code §552.111) connected to policymaking and decision-making processes. The letter specifically states that some withheld information involves discussions and negotiations related to: Potential tax abatements Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOTs) Reinvestment zones Other incentive-related matters The county indicates it has requested a ruling from the Texas Attorney General to determine what may be withheld and what must be released. Non-exempt information, and any additional information required after the Attorney General’s ruling, will be released later. Why This Matters Public statements from county leadership have suggested that no tax abatements or incentive deals are being pursued. This letter confirms that the county is withholding information specifically because it relates to active or prospective negotiations involving abatements and incentives. ...