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The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas

Words of Wisdom

Collective Wisdom: Harrison County Commissioners Court

December 16, 2024 by Julie Anderson

The Harrison County Commissioners Court has 46 years of collective experience, with three Commissioners having served together for a decade. When asked to share their advice on effective governing, a common thread ran through each one of their answers: Building Relationships. Harrison County Judge Chad Sims – 8 Years “Really work on developing good relationships with … [Read more...] about Collective Wisdom: Harrison County Commissioners Court

Words of Wisdom with Retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton

January 23, 2023 by Sarah L

As part of our series of Welcome articles for our newly elected officials, we invited retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton with two decades of experience to share her Words of Wisdom.    As you look back on your years of service, what is one of the most valuable lessons you learned?  One of the most valuable lessons I have learned from serving first as Tyler … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom with Retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton

Words of Widsom with Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden

December 12, 2022 by Sarah L

Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden took office Jan. 1, 2003. As you look back on your years of service, what are some of the most valuable lessons you learned? I learned very quickly that as the County Judge elected by the citizens of your county, you are a public servant responsible for the duties of your office. Always treat everyone fairly and justly, don’t show … [Read more...] about Words of Widsom with Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden

Words of Wisdom from Medina County Judge Chris Schuchart

April 11, 2022 by Sarah L

When did you take office?  Jan. 1, 2015  As “they” say, hindsight is 20/20, As you look back on your years of service, what are some of the most valuable lessons you have learned?  Everyone is important, from the Commissioners and elected officials to the janitors/maintenance people, and they should be treated that way. Keep everyone informed of what is going on, good … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom from Medina County Judge Chris Schuchart

Words of Wisdom from Young County Judge John Bullock

February 14, 2022 by Sarah L

As you look back on your years of service, what are some of the most valuable lessons you learned?       Even though the obvious makes perfect sense, is practical, and is the least costly, don’t assume the rest of the Commissioners Court (or even the majority) will support it. All the routine and procedural matters will be unified while the new substantial/impactful matters … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom from Young County Judge John Bullock

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