Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about how OpenCity covers Anderson County, TX public meetings and civic data.
When does the Anderson County Commissioners Court meet?
The Anderson County Commissioners Court meets approximately twice a month (regular and special sessions) at the Anderson County Courthouse in Palestine, TX. Check the county website at andersoncountytx.gov/page/Comm.Agendas for the current agenda and schedule.
Where can I find Anderson County Commissioners Court agendas?
Agendas are posted on the Swagit video archive at andersoncountytx.new.swagit.com/views/735 and linked from the county's Agendas page at andersoncountytx.gov/page/Comm.Agendas. The current agenda PDF is also posted directly on the county site. Minutes are not published online.
Where can I watch Anderson County Commissioners Court meetings?
Commissioners Court meetings are streamed and archived via Swagit (andersoncountytx.new.swagit.com/views/735) and the official Anderson County Texas YouTube channel (@andersoncountytexasofficial). OpenTexas links video from each meeting page.
Who governs Anderson County, Texas?
Anderson County is governed by the Commissioners Court, consisting of County Judge Carey G. McKinney and four Precinct Commissioners: Greg Chapin (Pct 1), Rashad Q. Mims (Pct 2), John B. Wilbanks (Pct 3), and Joseph "Joey" Hill (Pct 4).