As part of our series of Welcome articles for our newly elected officials, we invited retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton with two decades of experience to share her Words of Wisdom. As you look back on your years of service, what is one of the most valuable lessons you learned? One of the most valuable lessons I have learned from serving first as Tyler … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom with Retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton
How A Bill Becomes Law – Senate Process
CJCAT Resolutions Lay Foundation for Legislative Platform
On Oct. 5, 2022, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT) unanimously passed a slate of resolutions covering crucial county issues including unfunded mandates, revenue caps, and local option revenue sources. Commissioners Court members from across the Lone Star State voted on each resolution during the Association’s Business Meeting. “At … [Read more...] about CJCAT Resolutions Lay Foundation for Legislative Platform
Tax Assessor-Collector: Roles and Responsibilities
“As elected officials, we all have to work together. It’s important that the county tax assessor-collector take time to nurture good relations with members of the Commissioners Court. Remember, they’re responsible for approving your budget.” Bruce Stidham Grayson County Tax Assessor-Collector, President, Tax Assessor-Collector’s Association of Texas Tax assessor-collectors … [Read more...] about Tax Assessor-Collector: Roles and Responsibilities
Welcome To County Government
Congratulations to our 79 newly elected County Judges and 172 newly elected County Commissioners!
County Progress Magazine recently asked Calhoun County Commissioner David Hall to reflect on his five-plus years in office. “Being a County Commissioner is nothing like I’ve ever done before. It is a special calling that comes from the love one has for his/her community and a passion to help and serve others,” Hall shared. “I feel that I am truly blessed to have had … [Read more...] about Welcome To County Government