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 Wise County Commissioner Kevin Burns for taking the time to visit with us. Wise County Commissioner Kevin … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of Wise County Commissioner Kevin Burns
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Do Your Best, Be Your Best
By Kleberg County Judge Juan Escobar, Newly Elected Second Vice President, South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association I am deeply humbled and happy to be in a position to directly serve the South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association. I feel that I have been blessed throughout my life with numerous opportunities to serve, … [Read more...] about Do Your Best, Be Your Best
Excellence Initiative Reaps Benefits
By Smith County Judge Joel Baker, Newly Elected Secretary/Treasurer, North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association I want to thank the members of the Nominating Committee of the North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association for their confidence in giving me the opportunity to serve the Association as an officer. I also want to thank … [Read more...] about Excellence Initiative Reaps Benefits
Give a Little Extra
By Bailey County Judge Sherry Harrison, Newly Elected Director, West Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association First of all, I want to thank my Commissioners Court for their support and for allowing me to serve as a director for the West Texas Association. I also want to thank the West Texas Association Nominating Committee for their confidence and this great … [Read more...] about Give a Little Extra
County Official Testifies on Local Issues
Throughout this legislative interim, leaders of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas have encouraged the membership to testify before representatives and senators to help protect county government and educate lawmakers on important local issues. The Deep East Texas Council of Governments and Rep. James White, R-Woodville, hosted a Texas House … [Read more...] about County Official Testifies on Local Issues