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Sample Rules of Procedure, Conduct, and Decorum at Meetings of the County Commissioners Court

February 21, 2022 by County Progress

All Regular, Special, Emergency, and Executive Session Meetings of the ____________ County Commissioners Court will be called and conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code. Regular, Special, and Emergency Meetings of the ____________ County Commissioners Court are open to the public and to representatives of the … [Read more...] about Sample Rules of Procedure, Conduct, and Decorum at Meetings of the County Commissioners Court

Comptroller Creates Broadband Development Office

September 1, 2021 by County Progress

On Aug. 2, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced the creation of the Broadband Development Office (BDO). Mandated by the 87th Texas Legislature’s House Bill 5, the BDO will award grants, low-interest loans, and other financial incentives to internet service providers who expand access to broadband service in underserved areas. “Easy, secure internet access is increasingly … [Read more...] about Comptroller Creates Broadband Development Office

Monuments of Justice: McCulloch County Courthouse

August 30, 2021 by County Progress

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 Romanesque Revival style, the McCulloch County capitol features flanking turrets, rusticated native sandstone walls, and a pressed metal clock tower. Interestingly, no clocks were ever … [Read more...] about Monuments of Justice: McCulloch County Courthouse

Valuable Lessons Learned

August 23, 2021 by County Progress

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 learned? Figure out a way to work with the other elected and appointed county officials. You may not get along so well on a personal level, but the public expects you to do your … [Read more...] about Valuable Lessons Learned

A Glimpse in the Life of a Orange County Commissioner Theresa Beauchamp

August 16, 2021 by County Progress

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 government. I won the primary by four votes. After a recount, the result was still the same. There are eight boxes in my precinct, and I only lost two. In the general election, I won … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of a Orange County Commissioner Theresa Beauchamp

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