Washington County Commissioner Joy Fuchs was recently elected senior vice president of the National Association of Regional Councils. Member organizations include councils of governments, regional planning and development agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, and other regional groups. Washington County is a member of the Brazos Valley Council of … [Read more...] about Commissioner Elected to Leadership Post
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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
Victoria County Judge Ben Zeller
Victoria County Judge Ben Zeller, newly elected First Vice President, South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Biographical Information Ben Zeller is an 8th-generation Texan with deep roots in our state. Ben’s g-g-g-g-g-grandfather, William Smothers, scouted the unsettled lands of Texas in the early 1800s. He later returned with Stephen F. Austin and his "Old … [Read more...] about Victoria County Judge Ben Zeller
Success Snapshot: Making a Difference
Commissioners Court members continue to make a positive impact both inside and outside the County Courthouse. Congratulations to the following counties for their recent awards and honors. Bell County was one of two Texas counties honored by the Center for Digital Government for the quality of its technology services department during the National Association of Counties … [Read more...] about Success Snapshot: Making a Difference
Success Snapshot: Bell County Celebrates Employees
In early May, Bell County conducted its 20th Annual Employee Recognition and Awards Barbecue in the Assembly Hall of the Bell County Expo Center. Every year since 1993, Bell County elected officials have joined together to purchase food and drinks for their employees, with the commissioners then cooking the food and officials serving the meal. What began two decades ago … [Read more...] about Success Snapshot: Bell County Celebrates Employees