The operation of the county jail is one of the most complex and expensive services provided by county government. Chapter 351 of the Local Government Code establishes the duty to provide local jails. In Section 351.041, the sheriff of each county is identified as the keeper of the county jail and charged with the duty to safely keep prisoners committed by proper authority. … [Read more...] about The Commissioners Court and the County Jail
commissioners court
Commissioners Court Leadership Academy
Commissioners Court Leadership Academy V.G. Young Institute to Debut Specialized Program A new leadership program designed specifically for county judges and commissioners is on the horizon. Commissioners Court Leadership Academy, organized by V.G. Young Institute of County Government, Texas Cooperative Extension, will begin accepting applications Dec. 1, said Richard O. … [Read more...] about Commissioners Court Leadership Academy