“The program helps us gain a greater understanding of every elected office, including their duties and responsibilities, which equips us to provide the needed resources for services that benefit our county residents.” CJCAT Commissioners Education Committee Chairman Debbie Gonzales Ingalsbe, Hays County Commissioner As of October 2020, 674 County Judges and … [Read More]
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Spotlight: County Clerk
County Clerks perform various duties including serving as clerk of the county and Commissioners Courts and as the recorder of the county. In counties with … [Read More]
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Changes in County Government Legal Requirements
Counties are governed by the Texas Constitution, legislative statutes, court decisions, and orders and regulations from the governor and state agencies. This column … [Read More]
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Monuments of Justice: McCulloch County Courthouse
County: McCulloch County Seat: Brady * County Population: 7,984 (2019 Census Estimate)
On Sept. 29, 1899, the local Masonic Lodge laid the cornerstone of the current McCulloch County Courthouse, and by May of 1900 the new courthouse was move-in ready. Designed in the … [Read More]
Valuable Lessons Learned
Many of you, our wise and learned County Judges and County Commissioners, will be retiring at the end of 2022. For years, and in some cases decades, you have found ways to lend a helping hand. You have mentored new officials, shared valuable lessons during educational conferences, and served as subject matter experts for us here at County Progress. We thank you for your time and your friendship. Before you go, we would like to call on you one last time to share your Words of Wisdom.
Eastland County | Judge Rex Fields Took office Jan. 1, 2007 As “they” say, hindsight is 20/20. As you look back on your years of service, what are some of the most valuable lessons you … [Read More]
A Glimpse in the Life of a Orange County Commissioner Theresa Beauchamp
Every so often, County Progress asks our distinguished Judges and Commissioners to allow us a glimpse into their public lives, giving us a fresh appreciation for the myriad of roles and responsibilities they shoulder every day. Our thanks to Orange County Commissioner Theresa Beauchamp for taking the time to visit with us.
HISTORY: I have served Orange County for two and a half years. I decided to run for office after several people from my entire precinct kept calling and encouraging me to take the leap into county … [Read More]
