Hello! I am Judge Byron Ryder from Leon County, known as the “Deerest Place in Texas.” I am very honored to serve as the new president of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas. I would like to thank all of the members of our Association as well as my Commissioners and my county citizens for allowing me to serve. Public office is not a new thing to me. I … [Read more...] about CJCAT Welcomes New President
From the President
102nd Annual CJCAT State Conference
Wow, what a year! With our State Conference wrapped up and holidays right around the corner – followed quickly by the 89th Legislative Session, ready or not – I’m wondering how it’s flying by so fast! But, I’m not gonna lie; getting through it and having a wonderfully successful conference wrapped up is a good feeling! Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen: the … [Read more...] about 102nd Annual CJCAT State Conference
102ND Annual CJCAT Conference
Well, that time is upon us: the month of our Annual State Conference. We’ll get together one last time for learning and fellowship before the holidays and the New Year. But what else does the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference signify? For one, and especially on an even-numbered year, the State Association meeting is the culmination of our … [Read more...] about 102ND Annual CJCAT Conference
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
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