The Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association passed the following resolutions on September 5, 2024. Appreciation to Hosts and Sponsors WHEREAS, the Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association semi-annual meeting was held on September 5, 2024; and, WHEREAS, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service hosted the Panhandle County Judges and … [Read more...] about Panhandle Resolutions
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Intentional Engagement
The September issue of County Progress highlights County and District Clerks. How often do you visit yours? How often do you engage their staffs and try to really understand all the hats they wear in their offices? Their struggles and their victories? Their limitations and their needs? Of course, we know the basic duties of each office, and we are in a unique position to … [Read more...] about Intentional Engagement
Traps for the Unwary – Nepotism
Continuing our series of columns on traps for the unwary, this month we will discuss the Nepotism Prohibition in Chapter 573, Government Code. Since 1907, this statute has applied to all public officials of this State and its political subdivisions, including members of Commissioners Courts. Appointment and Confirmation. The statute prohibits a public official from … [Read more...] about Traps for the Unwary – Nepotism
Champions Adapt
The theme I’ve chosen for this year’s conference is Champions Adapt. But, what’s in the theme? For me, I picked this up from my tennis coach during a lesson several years ago. We were going over my last league match – the score, things I did well, things I need to improve upon – and I remember commenting on what a windy day it was, but that I kind of embraced it and actually … [Read more...] about Champions Adapt
Traps for the Unwary – The Oath of Office
The members of Commissioners Court have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of the county and its citizens. This duty of trust requires that these officers act prudently to protect and preserve the assets of the county. This duty is enshrined in the constitutional oath of office in Section 1 of Article XVI of the Texas Constitution. Before assuming the duties of the … [Read more...] about Traps for the Unwary – The Oath of Office