Who sets the salaries of elected officials and county employees? REFERENCE POINTS: Local Government Code Chapter 152 Attorney General Opinion JM-947 Attorney General Opinion GA-638 Attorney General Opinion GA-639 TALKING POINTS: During the budget process, questions often arise concerning the salaries of county employees and elected officers. Under … Continue Reading about Key Concept: Setting County Salaries
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Resolution Spotlight: Support for County Road Grant Funds
Over a five-year period, TxDOT data shows a consistent and alarming trend: Nearly 7 percent of all traffic fatalities in Texas occur on county roads each … Continue Reading about Resolution Spotlight: Support for County Road Grant Funds
Colonoscopies Save Lives
Commissioner Channels Personal Experience into Public Message
“When I was campaigning for my reelection and got diagnosed, I had to reframe my understanding of my cancer to realize that though I did not choose colon cancer, God … Continue Reading about Colonoscopies Save Lives
Tyler County Courthouse
The Tyler County Courthouse was built in 1891 in an Italian Renaissance style. In 1935, the county launched a remodeling project with Works Progress … Continue Reading about Tyler County Courthouse
Glimpse in the Life of Brazoria County Commissioner Ryan Cade
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 … Continue Reading about Glimpse in the Life of Brazoria County Commissioner Ryan Cade
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Indigent Health Care
Thoughtful, Focused Approach Serves Clients, County
While indigent health care is a state-mandated service, Ellis County sees beyond the statutes. “Our goal is to assist our county residents in returning to work or obtaining Social Security benefits,” shared Terri … Continue Reading about Indigent Health Care
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Opposition to Efforts to Prohibit County Legislative Communications
Throughout the last several legislative sessions, certain legislators have continued their efforts to obtain legislation to prohibit local officials and their nonprofit associations from communicating with the Texas … Continue Reading about Resolution Spotlight