Personnel Change
Summary
The head of Erath County’s planning department just quit, which might mean a headache for anyone trying to get a building permit or zoning approval. Expect some potential slowdowns while the county figures out who’s taking the wheel.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Impact analysis
You might end up paying more in holding costs or project delays if your permit gets stuck in the transition shuffle.
No one really wins here, though a new hire might eventually bring a fresh perspective to the department.
Local homeowners, contractors, and developers who are currently waiting on paperwork are the ones feeling the squeeze.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee releases plan to fill role of precinct 4 commissioner.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE After the unexpected passing last week of Erath County Commissioner Jim Buck, county officials are moving forward with plans to fill his unexpired term. On Thursday, Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee outlined a plan to ensure that precinct 4 continues to function normally. In a letter to community members, Huckabee outlines the following: “I want to first start with my continued prayers for Commissioner Buck’s family and friends. “He leaves a hole in our community and o
Flags to fly at half-staff as Erath County remembers longtime commissioner Jim Buck.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has given an order to Erath County to fly all flags at half-staff in honor of Erath County Commissioner Jim Buck who was found deceased inside his home on Thursday morning. Buck, a well-respected, longtime commissioner of precinct 4, was 70. In a post to Facebook, Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee called Jim “a friend, a good man, and someone who cared deeply about Erath County and the people he represented.” “I am thankful for the time I had worki
Stephenville’s longtime public works director set to retire.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A longtime employee with the city of Stephenville is set to retire on Friday, Sept. 11. Nick Williams has served as the city’s director of public works for the past 20 years. “Nick has been an amazing and extremely valuable public servant for this community over the years,” City Manager Jason King told Beneath the Surface News. “He has been a great leader and friend. His tireless efforts in the areas of water, wastewater and our landfill have given us security in those area
Director of planning and building services resigns
Director of planning and building services resigns theflashtoday.com
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