Every so often, County Progress asks our distinguished Judges and Commissioners to allow us a glimpse into their public lives, giving us a fresh appreciation for the myriad of roles and responsibilities they shoulder every day. Our thanks to Childress County Commissioner Lyall Foster for taking the time to visit with us. HISTORY: I believe God has a plan for all of … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of Childress County Commissioner Lyall Foster
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2016 County Property Tax Report
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 2016 County Property Tax Report
Sponsored Content: Bee County’s New Jail Project Exemplifies Spirit of Cooperation
By Flint Britton Planning, designing and building a new county jail can be a daunting task for elected officials. Not only are they required to follow stringent state regulations regarding the housing of inmates, but they also must pay utmost attention to safety and security measures, as well as navigate the politics and controversies that often accompany such … [Read more...] about Sponsored Content: Bee County’s New Jail Project Exemplifies Spirit of Cooperation
Customer Spotlight: Lynn County Jail
Sponsored Content: Learn how Lynn County Jail installed a new Guard Patrol system that will help mitigate liability, secure inmates' safety, and minimize wrongdoings. Lynn County Jail is the first jail in Texas to install Guard Patrol Check by Guardian SEcurity Solutions. Lynn County purchased 32 devices and a custom-made server that is designed to run the Guard Patrol … [Read more...] about Customer Spotlight: Lynn County Jail
‘As Stewards of Taxpayer Dollars, We are all Fiscally Conservative’
By Bee County Judge Stephanie Moreno, Newly Elected Second Vice President, South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association I am incredibly honored to have been elected as your second vice president for the South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association. I am excited about the upcoming year and the opportunity to serve alongside Webb County … [Read more...] about ‘As Stewards of Taxpayer Dollars, We are all Fiscally Conservative’