Texas County Progress
The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas
Throughout July’s four-day North & East Annual Conference, County Judges and Commissioners were inspired by a theme centered on working with others. “When we talk about building what matters, it all comes down to relationships,” shared Association President Wade McKinney as he welcomed some 165 officials to Texas A&M University’s Kyle Field during the Opening … [Read more...] about Build What Matters – Relationships
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. 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 workshop is separate from … [Read more...] about North & East Texas Annual Conference
A Different Kind of Career - Under Cover in the CIA: A law degree in hand, a young Jim Olson looked forward to settling down and raising a family in small-town America. However, one phone call changed everything. Thirty-plus years later, Jim Olson emerged from a career that was anything but settling, filled with weapons, disguises, espionage and danger. Olson … [Read more...] about North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Annual Conference
Motivational speaker Jim Whitt of Purpose Unlimited will speak on Transforming Your World during the Opening Session of the 2022 North & East Association Conference in Denton. Conference classes will take place July 11-14 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center. Back again this year, the Association will offer early bird sessions on Monday morning, July … [Read more...] about North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Annual Conference
County Progress Magazine is a great resource providing many topics relative to county government. Each month there are interesting and informative articles. On occasion they provide articles written by engineers or seasoned officials addressing county road maintenance and construction. I would be hard pressed to try and better their skilled methods or proven practices. I do, … [Read more...] about A Bridge Too Far
