Texas County Progress
The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas
“People should always be treated with dignity and respect. While we cannot ignore or forget the past, we also don’t have to let the past define us or others.” Cass County Judge Travis Ransom In April, I had the opportunity to step outside of my comfort zone. I participated in a “Prison Reentry Simulation” which replicates the challenges and struggles faced by thousands of … [Read more...] about In Their Shoes
In a recent report, Integrated Prescription Management ("IPM") a full-service pharmacy benefit manager, announced a highlight of its award-winning customer service, responsive analytics, and innovative cost management services on behalf of 150 county clients across Texas. From cost savings to staff time, the savings offered by IPM were evident: Drug cost savings ranged … [Read more...] about Integrated Prescription Management Partners with Counties to Manage Prescription Drug Utilization
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 … [Read more...] about County Roads 101
Working with the Texas Legislature, illegal dumping, groundwater availability, and elections are among the wide range of topics to be covered at the upcoming North & East Texas Conference in Montgomery County July 20-23. The early bird session and all conference classes will take place at the Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe. Continuing Education Pending … [Read more...] about North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Annual Conference
The earliest trials in Orange County were conducted beneath shade trees or in a room above a Water Street business house shared by the Masonic Lodge. The first official temple of justice was a single-story, wooden affair on Market Street built in 1853. The courthouse doubled as a gathering place for civic meetings and religious services. James J. Digon of … [Read more...] about Monuments of Justice: Orange County Courthouse
