The taxpayer funds the majority of county government via the property tax, or ad valorem tax, which is the largest revenue source for Texas counties. The 84th Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 1760, which states that the Texas Comptroller is required to publish on its website a statewide list of tax rates that includes the total tax rate reported by each taxing unit in … [Read more...] about 2018 County Property Tax Report
Commissioners Court
Ector County Judge to Lead Freight Plan Committee
As a 37-year resident of Odessa and now Ector County’s chief administrative officer, County Judge Debi Hays is proud of the contribution the Permian Basin makes not only to the Lone Star State, but to the nation. In fact, she has the statistics at her fingertips: “The Permian Basin is the epicenter of energy production in Texas and serves a critical role in literally … [Read more...] about Ector County Judge to Lead Freight Plan Committee
Robertson County Celebrates the Future at Groundbreaking for New Sheriff’s Office, Jail
Sponsored Content Robertson County officials celebrated the conclusion of nearly a decade of discussion by breaking ground on a new state-of-the-art sheriff’s office and 92-bed jail in June. “Today has been a long time coming,” Robertson County Sheriff Gerald Yezak told a crowd of law enforcement officials, first responders, local political figures and business … [Read more...] about Robertson County Celebrates the Future at Groundbreaking for New Sheriff’s Office, Jail
County Road Upkeep: Ask the Experts
During the North & East Texas Annual Conference in May, a panel of seasoned County Commissioners discussed Best Practices on Road Maintenance. County Progress asked two of the panelists to elaborate on their recommendations. Johnson County Commissioner Rick Bailey The key to a successful road – longevity – is in the prep work. High traffic roads generally … [Read more...] about County Road Upkeep: Ask the Experts
Mindset of Success
Aransas County Collections Program Recognized for Innovation
In 2017, the 85th Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 1913/House Bill 351 which, among other changes, allows courts to consider community service as an option for defendants who are unable to pay court fines and fees. However, Aransas County collections specialist Misty Kimbrough had been exploring a community service non-monetary option for at least two years before the … [Read more...] about Mindset of Success