Texas County Progress

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

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Monuments of Justice: Lavaca County Courthouse

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County Seat: Hallettsville * County Population: 20,337 (2020 Census) 

The beautiful 1897 Romanesque Revival Lavaca County Courthouse designed by Texas architect Eugene Heiner has seen relatively few major modifications since its construction. The Historical Marker outside the courthouse offers a glimpse into the county’s founding and early temples of justice: “Fifth structure to serve as seat of justice for Lavaca, created originally as "La … [Read more...] about Monuments of Justice: Lavaca County Courthouse

Highlights From Arlington

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West Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association 93rd Annual Conference *** Tarrant County

The broad spectrum of coursework offered at this year’s West Texas Conference was complemented by two motivational presentations that spoke to the special nature of servant leadership.  Andrew Card, White House chief of staff under President George W. Bush, shared his 9/11 experience including the moment he whispered to Bush that the United States was under attack; the … [Read more...] about Highlights From Arlington

Century of Service: Glimpse into the 2000s

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In October 2022, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas will conduct its 100th Annual State Conference. Texas County Judges and Commissioners, known for their servant leadership, have joined together for a century to not only educate themselves as required by law, but to also learn and grow from one another’s experiences.     As the Official Publication of … [Read more...] about Century of Service: Glimpse into the 2000s

North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Annual Conference

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Motivational speaker Jim Whitt of Purpose Unlimited will speak on Transforming Your World during the Opening Session of the 2022 North & East Association Conference in Denton. Conference classes will take place July 11-14 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center.  Back again this year, the Association will offer early bird sessions on Monday morning, July … [Read more...] about North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Annual Conference

KEY CONCEPT: Cybersecurity

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KEY QUESTION: Are county employees and elected and appointed officials required by law to complete cybersecurity training?  MAIN REFERENCE POINTS:  Government Code, Chapter 2054, Section 2054.5191  Government Code, Chapter 772, Section 772.012  TALKING POINTS:  House Bill 3834 passed by the 86th Texas Legislature required certain local government employees … [Read more...] about KEY CONCEPT: Cybersecurity