[portfolio_slideshow] Highlights From San Marcos The County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas makes for a good audience. Generally speaking, we listen attentively, ask questions respectfully, and thank our panels politely. But every now and then we interrupt – with applause, that is. Speakers at the 90th Annual County Judges and Commissioners … [Read more...] about State Judge & Commissioners Annual Conference Report
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From the General Counsel
A Time for Problem-Solving This year has certainly been a busy time for politics. With redistricting and delayed primaries, the election cycle has consumed a great deal of time and energy. However, with the completion of the November election, we must immediately assume a problem-solving role. Legislative pre-filing of bills will begin the week after the … [Read more...] about From the General Counsel
From the President
Happy October, everyone! I sure hope the weather starts cooling off somewhat. It’s been a bit warm, and I am looking forward to coolness in the air soon. Well, hope everyone got through budget workshops okay. Surprisingly, it was actually pretty calm in Hays County this year; we even ended up with a slight decrease in our tax rate, which makes two years in a row we have … [Read more...] about From the President
From the President
Happy September and hope you enjoyed a great and somewhat cool Labor Day weekend and holiday. Guess if you were indoors, you may have. Temperatures are reaching into the hundreds in some areas around our state, and rain has been scarce in most parts of Texas. Ranchers and other small farmers are struggling with hay and crop fields along with the overall needs of their … [Read more...] about From the President
Energy Boom = Road Bust
Counties Seek Solutions as Roadways Crumble It’s not every day that county government makes the Wall Street Journal. However, on July 27 one of the country’s largest newspapers shared with its readership the emerging plight of Texas counties both blessed and challenged by the oil and gas industry. DeWitt County Judge Daryl Fowler was quoted in the article titled, “Drilling … [Read more...] about Energy Boom = Road Bust