When it comes to this year’s conference theme, Build What Matters, the early bird session on July 15 could not be a better fit: county budgeting. Designed to provide an in-depth and concentrated learning experience on the budget, this four-hour training, free of charge, will include calendars, grant considerations, and adoption procedures. Registration for the budget … [Read more...] about North & East Conference: Build What Matters
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Conference Agendas Designed With Takeaways in Mind
County officials serving as your Association officers work throughout the year to prepare and fully develop agendas for upcoming education conferences. County Progress is privileged to attend and report on every meeting of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas and the regional associations. For the last several years, we have developed and published a running … [Read more...] about Conference Agendas Designed With Takeaways in Mind
South Texas Association 2024 Conference
Cybersecurity, subdivision regulations, right of way authority, and indigent health care will be among the wide range of topics to be covered at the upcoming South Texas Conference in Cameron County on South Padre Island June 24-27. Registration, Meeting Location, Lodging You may register for this conference at www.countyprogress.com; select “Conferences” at the top of … [Read more...] about South Texas Association 2024 Conference
A Glimpse in the Life of Oldham County Commissioner Quincy Taylor
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 Oldham County Commissioner Quincy Taylor for taking the time to visit with us. YOUR HISTORY: I was born and raised right here in … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of Oldham County Commissioner Quincy Taylor
Strengthening Legislative Relationships
The legislative districts in the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate have been drawn to produce predictable results according to party affiliation. Using computer modeling, the boundaries are manipulated to ensure a “safe” district for either a Republican or Democratic candidate. Consequently, the district representation is determined by the March primary, not … [Read more...] about Strengthening Legislative Relationships