Texas County Progress
The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas
Some three decades ago, Alan and Jeff were working as road foremen in their respective counties driving machinery out where their precincts joined behind some old mines. The pair of county employees introduced themselves and decided to share their lunch break. Looking back on that chance meeting, Lee County Commissioner Alan Turner and Milam County Commissioner Jeff Muegge … [Read more...] about Neighbors, Colleagues, Friends
The Presidio County Courthouse, built with locally made brick, is one of the state’s best-preserved courthouses. In fact, tourists drive out of their way to view the Second Empire edifice designed by Alfred Giles. The $65,000 courthouse was officially opened on New Year’s Eve 1886 with a gala ball. The interior and the overall exterior form and detailing remain remarkably … [Read more...] about Monuments of Justice: Presidio County Courthouse
The taxpayer funds the majority of county government via the property tax, or ad valorem tax, which is the largest revenue source for Texas counties. Tax Code Section 5.091 requires the comptroller's office to prepare a list that includes the total tax rate imposed by each taxing unit in Texas, as reported to the comptroller by each appraisal district. The tax rates included … [Read more...] about 2021 County Property Tax Report
County Progress is often asked for information on county roads including an explanation of the “precinct system” and the “unit system.” The text below provides a simple explanation of each system and the related Commissioners Court responsibilities. Our thanks to the road experts who helped us prepare this article. The Basics A county road is a public road that has been … [Read more...] about County Roads 101
With the primaries concluded, it is time to turn our attention to the next legislative session. The primary results yielded few surprises. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick retains a strong grip on the Senate, and Speaker Dade Phelan will continue his leadership of the House of Representatives. My last two columns discussed the interim charges issued by Lt. Gov. Patrick and Speaker … [Read more...] about A United Front
