The people of Lipscomb County can be a determined, persistent lot. When they decided to restore their courthouse in 1999, they did not realize it would take 22 years; however, they never gave up. Lipscomb County celebrated the rededication of the Historic Courthouse on Sept. 11. After the Texas Historical Commission (THC) accepted their Historic … [Read more...] about Lipscomb County Courthouse – Lipscomb
HHSC Expands Outpatient Competency Restoration Services in Texas
This summer, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) announced $1 million in federal Mental Health Block Grant funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration to expand Outpatient Competency Restoration (OCR) services for Texans with mental health and substance use disorders living in mostly rural communities. Expanding … [Read more...] about HHSC Expands Outpatient Competency Restoration Services in Texas
Words of Wisdom from Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley
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? As President Harry Truman said, “It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit.” A focus on results and outcomes is always more productive than getting caught up in who is getting the credit or getting … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom from Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley
Texans to Vote on Eight Constitutional Amendments
“Proposition 2 will allow counties to utilize tax increment financing for transportation projects. This important tool will enable counties to finance the improvements necessary for these projects with the increased revenues from the area without increasing taxes. Please encourage support for Proposition 2.” Jim Allison, General Counsel, County Judges and Commissioners … [Read more...] about Texans to Vote on Eight Constitutional Amendments
Commissioners Court Advanced Curriculum
“The program helps us gain a greater understanding of every elected office, including their duties and responsibilities, which equips us to provide the needed resources for services that benefit our county residents.” CJCAT Commissioners Education Committee Chairman Debbie Gonzales Ingalsbe, Hays County Commissioner As of October 2020, 674 County Judges and … [Read more...] about Commissioners Court Advanced Curriculum