Texas County Progress

The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas

Julie Anderson

Comal County Judge Sherman W. Krause

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 Beloved Husband, Father, “Happy,” Son, Brother, Friend, and Servant Leader

Sherman W. Krause, a native New Braunfels resident, devoted public servant, and cherished community leader, passed on February 7, 2026, unexpectedly. While his passing came far too soon, those who love him take comfort in knowing that Sherman was gently called to his heavenly home leaving behind a legacy of service, faith, and wholehearted love for his family and … [Read more...] about Comal County Judge Sherman W. Krause

Resolution Spotlight

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Opposition to Efforts to Prohibit County Legislative Communications

Throughout the last several legislative sessions, certain legislators have continued their efforts to obtain legislation to prohibit local officials and their nonprofit associations from communicating with the Texas Legislature, said CJCAT Senior General Counsel Jim Allison. “Using the term ‘taxpayer-funded lobbying,’ this legislation would bar local officials from expending … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlight

Road Use Agreements

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By Jim Allison
CJCAT Senior General Counsel

Section 251.153, Transportation Code permits a Commissioners Court to “establish load limits for any county road or bridge." This same power is reiterated in Section 621.301 but provides an exception for vehicles that have obtained certain state permits. In Scurlock Permian Corp. v. Brazos County, 869 S.W. 2d 478 (Tex. App. – Houston (1st Dist.) 1993, writ denied), the courts … [Read more...] about Road Use Agreements

Working Together for Success

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By John R. Ames
Dallas County Tax Assessor-Collector
Certified Tax Administrator
Professional County Collector

The county tax assessor-collector can play various roles depending on the size and structure of the county. For example, your county tax assessor will always be an agent on behalf of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, registering and titling vehicles for county residents, but he or she could also be your property tax collector, your voter registrar, and possibly run your … [Read more...] about Working Together for Success

Commissioners Court Meetings

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Are Commissioners Court meetings required to be conducted under formal parliamentary procedure? MAIN REFERENCE POINTS: Attorney General Opinion DM-228 Texas Local Government Code Sections 81.005 and 81.006 Texas Government Code Section 551.007 TALKING POINTS: No legal requirement obligates Commissioners Court meetings to be conducted under a formal … [Read more...] about Commissioners Court Meetings

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