In December 2020, Cooke County Emergency Medical Services (CCEMS) posted the following on social media: “Congratulations to EMT of the Year Adam Arendt. Adam has been serving the citizens of Cooke County for 11 years. Adam will be leaving CCEMS on Jan. 1 to continue his service to Cooke County as a County Commissioner. Good luck Adam!” Arendt started with Cooke County … [Read more...] about Cooke County Commissioner Brings Previous Experience to Court
Commissioners Court
Explaining Your Job to Your Constituents
On Feb. 5, the Pleasanton Express published an online article written by Atascosa County Judge Weldon P. Cude written to his constituents titled “Understanding the Role of Property Taxes.” “As your County Judge, I want to take a moment to provide some clarity on an issue that affects all of us – and that is property taxes,” Cude wrote. “I know they can be a burden, and while … [Read more...] about Explaining Your Job to Your Constituents
Welcome to County Government
Seminar Top 40 Takeaways Demonstrate Breadth, Depth of Commissioners Court Responsibilities
Some 145 members of Commissioners Court convened in College Station for the Seminar for Newly Elected County Judges and Commissioners Jan. 14-17, sponsored by the V.G. Young Institute of County Government in cooperation with the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas and the Texas Association of Counties. Conference presenters took a two-pronged educational … [Read more...] about Welcome to County Government
Indigent Health Care
Working Relationships, Holistic Approach Benefit Clients, County
When it comes to providing indigent health care, the trickle-down theory comes into play: Healthy relationships between all parties contribute to the health of the program and ultimately the health of the client. “In my opinion, you have to have the backing of your board or Commissioners Court to have an efficient and effective indigent health care program,” said Brandy … [Read more...] about Indigent Health Care
Do’s and Don’ts of County Purchasing
When it comes to county government purchasing, the statutes contain many requirements that must be met. These requirements are scattered throughout the statutes – not just in the section known as the County Purchasing Act – and change each time the Texas Legislature meets. It is the duty of every county official to follow these laws. Many counties rely on procurement … [Read more...] about Do’s and Don’ts of County Purchasing