Tax Years 2014 and 2015 The following is an excerpt from the Biennial Property Tax Report published in December 2016. The full report is available at https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/property-tax/docs/96-1728.pdf. The Tax Code directs the Office of the Texas Comptroller to publish a biennial report of the appraised and taxable values of properties by category and … [Read more...] about Biennial Property Tax Report
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85th Texas Legislature
Get Ready, Get Set… Lawmakers to Convene in Austin Jan. 10-May 29 County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Poised and Prepared By Julie Anderson, Editor The Texas Legislature meets in a regular session every two years, convening on the second Tuesday in January of every odd-numbered year. These biennial sessions are limited to 140 days. The … [Read more...] about 85th Texas Legislature
Glimpse in the Life of Jones County Judge Dale Spurgin
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 Jones County Judge Dale Spurgin for taking the time to visit with us. HISTORY: I am a lifelong resident of Jones … [Read more...] about Glimpse in the Life of Jones County Judge Dale Spurgin
Time to Set Those County Resolutions for 2017
By Julie Anderson Editor Get educated. Do more with less. Make a difference. Serve. Improve communities. Each of these is synonymous with a resolution. Tis the season to renew these commitments or lend thought to new goals and priorities, whether personal or professional. When it comes to Commissioners Court, the list practically creates itself. Fulfill My Mandated … [Read more...] about Time to Set Those County Resolutions for 2017
Highlights From Galveston County
By Julie Anderson Editor “Counties of Texas: Locally Strong” The theme of the 94th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference could not have come at a more important time considering the upcoming legislative session. In fact, the opening day of the Oct. 10-13 conference saw members of the Texas Legislature issuing words of caution to some … [Read more...] about Highlights From Galveston County