The ability to make decisions at the local level is dictated by the Texas Constitution. Texas counties must fulfill the responsibilities mandated by the State of Texas and must use approved revenue sources. Mandatory services include but are not limited to conducting elections, providing for public safety, processing and maintaining voter registration, maintaining and operating … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlight: Local Decision-Making and Revenue Caps
Resolutions
Resolution Spotlight: County Local Option Revenue Sources
At the county level, property taxes are the primary source of funding for nearly every service counties rely on from law enforcement and public safety to maintaining vital records like birth certificates and marriage licenses, said Atascosa County Judge Weldon Cude. “In short – property taxes are the backbone of our budget,” Cude summarized. Counties cannot independently … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlight: County Local Option Revenue Sources
Resolution Spotlights
The Resolutions adopted by the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas originate among members of Commissioners Courts. These Resolutions serve as the CJCAT Legislative Platform and as the foundation of the Resolution Spotlight Series. If you would like a "Word" version of the following spotlights, available below in "PDF" form, please email … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlights
Resolution Spotlight: Limitations on Registered Sex Offenders
The Resolutions adopted by the members of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT) at the Annual Conference originate among members of Commissioners Courts and serve as the CJCAT Legislative Platform. The CJCAT has adopted a resolution addressing limitations on registered sex offenders in counties. Cities in the State of Texas have the authority to … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlight: Limitations on Registered Sex Offenders
Resolution Spotlight: County Homestead Exemption
The Resolutions adopted by the members of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT) at the Annual Conference originate among members of Commissioners Courts and serve as the CJCAT Legislative Platform. The current Resolutions address the County Homestead Exemption. County Homestead Exemption Related Legislation, 89th Texas Legislature: S.B. 652 by … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlight: County Homestead Exemption