The legal landscape is constantly changing with our society and technology. Counties are often called upon to be the “first responders” to new needs and opportunities. Counties try to provide the services needed by our citizens in a responsible, efficient manner. However, counties, unlike cities, have no general ordinance power. Our programs must be authorized by the Texas … [Read more...] about From the General Counsel: Speed Cameras and Nursing Homes
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Excellence Initiative Reaps Benefits
By Smith County Judge Joel Baker, Newly Elected Secretary/Treasurer, North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association I want to thank the members of the Nominating Committee of the North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association for their confidence in giving me the opportunity to serve the Association as an officer. I also want to thank … [Read more...] about Excellence Initiative Reaps Benefits
From the President – July 2014
INDEPENDENCE: the freedom from the control, influence, support, aid or the like, of others.* July Fourth is celebrated as a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776, declaring our independence from Great Britain. The Fourth of July is usually associated with fireworks, picnics, parades, barbeques, … [Read more...] about From the President – July 2014
North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association 2014 Resolutions
The following resolutions were passed by the North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association representing 73 counties in the State of Texas on May 15, 2014, during the Association’s Annual Conference. 1. Thanks to the Host Court WHEREAS, the Annual Conference of the North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association was conducted in … [Read more...] about North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association 2014 Resolutions
From the President – June 2014
Wow, I can’t believe it’s already June. It’s amazing how time flies when you’re busy. I just returned from my second continuing education conference, the North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Conference in Galveston. President Wes Suiter, Angelina County Judge, and his officers provided an outstanding and entertaining meeting. It was great to talk … [Read more...] about From the President – June 2014