From the President

Howdy! I can't believe we are having another session of our Legislature. If they don't attempt to put caps on revenues of counties and cities in this Special Session, we've been told they will try again in January … [Read more...] about Message from the President

The County Judges and Commissioners Association recently received the Partnership Award from Texas Cooperative Extension, as presented by Executive Director Dr. Edward Smith. All Texas counties should be proud of this honor. This recognition of your participation with Extension Agents throughout the state of Texas is one that needs to be continued. We often hear about the drug … [Read more...] about From the President

I had often wondered what I'd write in this column if I ever got the chance to do so. I would think of certain issues that were important to me and others so as to really say what would be of value to everyone. Great leaders have chosen words of inspiration and meaning while some ramble on without substance. I would be glad if only I could be somewhere in between. While writing … [Read more...] about From the President

Sometimes we forget to say thanks for the support that makes our State Association successful. Our Association was recently honored as a Top 10 Public Association by Capitol Inside, an Austin public policy newsletter. Your support … [Read more...] about Thanks for Your Support

At this time most of the state is likely still on alert under a burn ban. We know many of you have been directly affected by recent fires, and we wish you the best in your response and recovery. Next month after the primaries the next special legislative session will be called, and we will start all over again. The legislators will again pounce on county appraisals and values … [Read more...] about Message From the President