Texas Counties

County commissioners do far more than most people realize. In TAC's latest County Government 101 session, Comal County Commissioner Jen Crownover and De Witt County Commissioner Ryan Varela shared how they balance budgets, oversee infrastructure, listen to constituents and build partnerships to serve their communities. 🔗Read more: ow.ly/qkxm50Zro3l

🎙️NEW PODCAST EPISODE: Medicare doesn't have to be confusing. If you're approaching retirement, or helping someone who is, this episode of Texas County Voice TAC HEBP breaks down what you need to know before enrolling in Medicare.

The TAC CIRA website platform delivers a better digital experience with intuitive navigation, flexible customization options and contemporary designs. Learn more about TAC CIRA's website platform: ow.ly/NnPt50Z7mGq

TAC's Texas County Voice podcast takes an audio tour of Gulf Coast Center, a new facility helping close a critical gap in mental health services that has affected the community for nearly two decades. ➡️Read more about this Texas County Storytellers feature: ow.ly/3plr50ZhFYK

Happy Fourth of July and 250th birthday to America! We love the view of the stars and stripes waving proudly in front of the Comal County and Zapata County Courthouses 🇺🇸

While many Texans celebrate the Fourth of July, county officials and employees are on the job keeping communities safe. From law enforcement and EMS to emergency management and public works, these public servants work around the clock throughout the holiday. 🇺🇸 Learn more: ow.ly/1iqy50ZjQIB

Texas county officials and employees: Don't forget! AI training is required by Aug. 31, 2026 (in addition to annual cybersecurity training). TAC CIRA's course is: ✅ Free ✅ DIR-approved ✅ About 30 minutes ✅ Includes a certificate of completion Learn more: county.org/ai-training

📢ATTENTION: The Office of Management and Budget has proposed revisions to the Uniform Guidance, the regulations that govern how federal grants are awarded, managed and monitored. Counties have an opportunity to make their voices heard before the July 13 public comment deadline. The National Association of Counties has compiled resources to help counties understand and take action. A webinar is taking place TODAY, JUNE 30 at 3 p.m. CST ➡️Read here for more information: ow.ly/inap50ZioGA

For Comal County Commissioner and TAC Board Vice President Jen Crownover, leadership is rooted in listening, learning and showing up for your community. Learn more about her experience and expertise in our full interview here: ow.ly/p2Be50Zg046

✨Texas County Storytellers Feature✨🎙️NEW Podcast Episode! This week on Texas County Voice, we're headed to Galveston for a tour of Gulf Coast Center, a new facility helping close a critical gap in mental health services that has affected the community for nearly two decades. ➡️Read more about this Texas County Storytellers feature: ow.ly/2nob50ZhFYL

TAC CIRA now offers free AI training that's certified by the Department of Information Resources (DIR)! Tiffany Richardson, Navarro County's IT Director, said she's excited that CIRA will help her team comply with the new Texas mandate. Learn more: ow.ly/Ihpq50ZfZZ4

🎉TAC CIRA is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! What started as a way to protect counties from predatory technology vendors has grown into a full-scale organization that offers website and email services, cybersecurity training, ADA compliance resources and more. Learn more about TAC CIRA: ow.ly/vHPU50Z7m2i

TAC is closed today in observation of Juneteenth. What began in Galveston on June 19, 1865, when U.S. Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger announced the end of slavery in Texas is a national celebration 158 years later. Photo credit: Texas Historical Commission

The newest Texas County Storytellers video highlights the vision, leadership, and partnerships behind the Galveston County Mental Health Wellness Center. Watch the video and read the full story: ow.ly/IsCB50ZcsfQ

TAC is accepting applications for the Leadership 254 program June 1 – July 6, 2026. Apply today: ow.ly/45j250Z4Voy

Tax assessor-collectors from across Texas gathered this week in Waco for the 92nd Annual Tax Assessor-Collectors Association (TACA) Conference. Congratulations to the newly installed officers and members of the Board of Directors! Pictured: 2026-2027 Tax Assessor-Collector Associations Board #254counties #texascounties #taca

Service, leadership and a commitment to Texas counties have defined Randy Riggs' career. In our latest Board Member Spotlight, the TAC President-Elect shares lessons from decades in public service. Plus, learn about his unexpected creative outlet: playing jazz trumpet. Read the full interview: ow.ly/6y5j50Z7csp

With CIRA's new agenda management tool, counties can quickly post meeting information, materials and minutes to their websites. The tool keeps information ADA compliant and puts it in an easy-to-read format. Learn more about this easy-to-use feature: ow.ly/labe50Z7lCJ

The countdown to ADA digital accessibility compliance is underway. In this new article, TAC CIRA and TAC Communications share practical steps counties can take today to improve social media accessibility. Read the full article: ow.ly/EjMh50Z7bVS

In Galveston County, leaders are investing in both training and treatment to ensure people receive help, not handcuffs. “It’ll save you a lot of heartache of having to put people in jail that don’t need to go to jail,” Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen said. “Instead, get them over to a facility where they can get the help they need.” 🔗Read more: ow.ly/w52X50Z5GA0