As demand for fire and ambulance services increase, many communities are creating Emergency Services Districts (ESDs). There are currently 288 ESDs in Texas. The Senate Committee on Intergovernmental Relations has been … [Read more...] about Emergency Services Districts Under Review
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From the President
From the President I have had a most interesting summer attending the various regional conferences around the state. I started out in San Angelo with the West Texas group. I had a great time and enjoyed sitting under a tree and visiting with some folks I had never had the pleasure of meeting before. Next, I … [Read more...] about From the President
South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association 2010 Resolutions
The following resolutions were passed by the South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association representing 67 counties in the State of Texas on June 23, 2010, during the Association’s annual conference. 1. Thanks to the Host Court WHEREAS, the annual conference of the South Texas … [Read more...] about South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association 2010 Resolutions
From the President
From the President Have you ever looked at the back of County Progress and read what Texas News Reviews has to say statewide? It amazes me that virtually every region has the same issues going on…work on the courthouse, bridge replacements, and the clubhouse leader either working on the jail or building a new one. I would like to see the time when commissioners … [Read more...] about From the President
State Budget Cuts Affect Counties
With declines in property values, sales tax revenues, and motor vehicle registrations, Texas counties are experiencing the double-whammy of a down economy. Revenues are dropping while demands for services are increasing. … [Read more...] about State Budget Cuts Affect Counties