As part of our series of Welcome articles for our newly elected officials, we invited retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton with two decades of experience to share her Words of Wisdom. As you look back on your years of service, what is one of the most valuable lessons you learned? One of the most valuable lessons I have learned from serving first as Tyler … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom with Retired Smith County Commissioner JoAnn Hampton
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Smith County Driver Takes on Uri
TxDOT honored Smith County on Transit Drivers Appreciation Day in March for the county’s transportation program, carried out by Jamal Moharar and NDMJ Transportation. The county was highlighted for its work during Winter Storm Uri. “Kudos for above-and-beyond performance are due not only to drivers, whose work requires them to put their lives on the line every day on Texas … [Read more...] about Smith County Driver Takes on Uri
2012 County Property Tax Report
The taxpayer funds the majority of county government via the property tax, or ad valorem tax, which is the largest revenue source for Texas counties. According to the Texas Constitution, the county cannot levy a tax rate in excess of $.80 per $100 of property value for the county’s general fund, permanent improvement fund, road and bridge fund and jury fund. On top of the … [Read more...] about 2012 County Property Tax Report
Success Snapshot: Making a Difference
Commissioners Court members continue to make a positive impact both inside and outside the County Courthouse. Congratulations to the following counties for their recent awards and honors. Bell County was one of two Texas counties honored by the Center for Digital Government for the quality of its technology services department during the National Association of Counties … [Read more...] about Success Snapshot: Making a Difference
158 Counties Receive $6 Million in Tobacco Money
The Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Investment Advisory Committee approved $50 million for the year 2013 tobacco settlement distribution, the same as the previous year’s amount. According to the distribution report published by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), 158 counties received just under $6 million in reimbursements. Under the terms of a … [Read more...] about 158 Counties Receive $6 Million in Tobacco Money