As Texas turns the page to a New Year and looks toward the possibilities of 2026, I want to take this opportunity to recognize the remarkable people serving in counties across our state. This past year has not been an easy one; it seems no year is. County officials have dealt with tight budgets, rapid growth, new mandates, and the nonstop demands of keeping local government … [Read more...] about A Message of Encouragement and Unity for 2026
CJCAT President
102nd Annual CJCAT State Conference
Wow, what a year! With our State Conference wrapped up and holidays right around the corner – followed quickly by the 89th Legislative Session, ready or not – I’m wondering how it’s flying by so fast! But, I’m not gonna lie; getting through it and having a wonderfully successful conference wrapped up is a good feeling! Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen: the … [Read more...] about 102nd Annual CJCAT State Conference
Intentional Engagement
The September issue of County Progress highlights County and District Clerks. How often do you visit yours? How often do you engage their staffs and try to really understand all the hats they wear in their offices? Their struggles and their victories? Their limitations and their needs? Of course, we know the basic duties of each office, and we are in a unique position to … [Read more...] about Intentional Engagement
Communicating and Collaborating
Educating our citizens and communicating with them is the key to having an understanding. It can also be a great way to mobilize some support when it comes to communicating with our legislators. The more our citizens understand the issues and limitations that we deal with at the county level, the more they can help advocate for us and the local issues. Don’t forget, out of … [Read more...] about Communicating and Collaborating
Better Together
In this month’s sneak peek of NACo’s County Government Month, I couldn’t help but appreciate their theme: ForwardTogether. It’s akin to TAC’s mantra, #254Strong. But what does this really mean? How does this play out? How are we Better Together? Well, not to overcomplicate the message, but aren’t we all better together when we are standing strong and united, moving forward … [Read more...] about Better Together