The Milam County Courthouse was completed in 1892 in a Renaissance Revival Style and renovated in 2002. The three-story, native limestone building, a National Register Property, is described as follows on the historical marker: “This is the fourth structure to serve as the Milam County Courthouse. The local Masonic Lodge laid the cornerstone for the building on July 4, 1891. … Continue Reading about Milam County Courthouse
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Collective Wisdom: Harrison County Commissioners Court
The Harrison County Commissioners Court has 46 years of collective experience, with three Commissioners having served together for a decade. When asked to share … Continue Reading about Collective Wisdom: Harrison County Commissioners Court
Resolution Spotlight – County Land Use Authority
Texas counties operate within the scope of the Texas Constitution, meaning any action taken by the county must be authorized by a statute; this applies to county … Continue Reading about Resolution Spotlight – County Land Use Authority
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 – … Continue Reading about Do’s and Don’ts of County Purchasing
Sterling County Courthouse
The Sterling County Courthouse was completed in 1938 in a Texas Renaissance style with Art Deco details. The county’s first home, a two-story frame courthouse, … Continue Reading about Sterling County Courthouse
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Traps for the Unwary – Conflicts of Interest
Previous columns have discussed the requirements and prohibitions concerning the oath of office under Chapter 81, Local Government Code, and nepotism under Chapter 573, Government Code. Statutory conflicts of … Continue Reading about Traps for the Unwary – Conflicts of Interest
Resolution Spotlight – Motor Fuel Tax Exemption
The Resolutions adopted by the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT) originate among members of Commissioners Courts and serve as the CJCAT Legislative Platform. Our latest Resolution … Continue Reading about Resolution Spotlight – Motor Fuel Tax Exemption