In writing these monthly columns, I’m reminded how quickly time goes by. Fortunately, topics are readily available to write about in our world. This month, I would like to share encouraging news with our CJCAT members. The Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Board recently met in person – always better dialogue than virtually. We had a positive and important meeting and … [Read more...] about Informed Leadership
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
The recent V.G. Young School for County Commissioners Courts was a great success. Dr. Peter McGuill, program director, hosted a great conference. With a great friend to county government, Dr. Rick Avery, as Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s agency director, the next 100 years of excellence are off to a good start with great education leadership. This organization … [Read more...] about The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
The Addiction Epidemic
As the widespread use of vaccines has reduced the spread of COVID, we have experienced a dramatic increase in the addiction epidemic. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, an estimated 11.3 million people in Texas are living with substance abuse disorder in their families. Approximately 100,000 drug overdose deaths occurred in the United … [Read more...] about The Addiction Epidemic
Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas 2022 Resolutions
RESOLUTION Appreciation to Hosts and Sponsors WHEREAS, the Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association semi-annual meeting was held on March 3, 2022; and, WHEREAS, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service hosted the Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association in the most efficient and hospitable manner; and WHEREAS, the law firm of Perdue … [Read more...] about Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas 2022 Resolutions
The Continuing Mental Health Disgrace
For many years, the State of Texas has shamefully neglected its mentally ill citizens. The state allocates $45.23 annually per citizen for mental health services, ranking 46th among the states. Without access to services, the most severely impaired are forced into the criminal justice system for the protection of themselves and others. County jails are the largest mental health … [Read more...] about The Continuing Mental Health Disgrace