Get educated. Do more with less. Make a difference. Serve. Improve communities. Each of these is synonymous with a resolution. Tis the season to renew these commitments or lend thought to new goals and priorities, whether personal or professional. When it comes to Commissioners Court, the list practically creates itself. Fulfill My Mandated Duties As a part of the State … [Read more...] about Happy New Year! Time to Set Those County Resolutions.
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Extraordinary Leadership
Dade Phelan, serving his first year as Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, cannot be overlooked or viewed as only a mere success for conservative movement on behalf of Republican policies. Speaker Phelan used a bipartisan approach despite pressure from those who wished to silence our voice and remove our right to representation. His approach seemed to resonate … [Read more...] about Extraordinary Leadership
Primary Election Filing Period Snafu
The redistricting of congressional districts, legislative districts, and local Commissioner precincts was postponed by the delay in completion of the 2020 Census. Without the boundaries of the new districts and precincts, candidates and the county chair of each political party cannot fully determine whether a candidate resides in the district or precinct. To deal with this … [Read more...] about Primary Election Filing Period Snafu
Leading With Confidence, Serving With Competence
With the 87th Legislative Session in the rearview mirror, officials gathered at the CJCAT Annual State Conference in Round Rock could not help but acknowledge a sense of weariness. Afterall, local decision-making has been challenged by lawmakers during the last two sessions, creating a tiring offense/defense mentality. However, when it comes to Commissioners Courts, there … [Read more...] about Leading With Confidence, Serving With Competence
A Century of Service
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 … [Read more...] about A Century of Service