Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tom Green County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
15 issues in public safety with medium priority
VOCA grant for victim witness services
The DA's victim witness assistance program stays funded through a $32,616 federal grant, with the county match dropping thanks to an extra $10,000 from the state.
Rabies surveillance in regional fox populations
Wildlife officials warned that a rabies outbreak is booming in Hayes and Comal counties, and the county is doing enhanced surveillance — testing gray fox brain stems — to keep it from returning to this area, which was the epicenter in the 1990s.
Juvenile detention contracts with other counties
New interlocal and service contracts with Ellis, Ward, Young, and Stephens Counties continue the county's juvenile detention expansion program.
Texas Wildlife Services Annual Program Report
The state's new reporting system has been unusable since March, so the county hasn't received monthly trapper reports. The trapper provided interim numbers — 18 goats and 34 feral hogs taken — and described extensive screwworm surveillance work.
Glasscock County inmate housing
Tom Green County will house Glasscock County inmates at its detention center under a new interlocal agreement, bringing revenue to the jail operation.
Veteran Services Office Relocation
The county secured new office space for the Veteran Services department by approving a lease agreement at the historic Cactus Hotel.
Election administration for 2026-2027
The court appointed election judges, alternate judges, central count judges and Early Voting Ballot Board judges, and approved countywide vote centers — shaping where and how people vote in county elections.
Crime Stoppers Expansion and Campus Program
Commissioner Nanny reminded everyone that school is back in session — slow down and watch for buses and kids.
Sheriff's Office Training Facility and Equipment Grants
The county is pursuing a Justice Department grant for law enforcement technology and equipment, and separately tabled a Firehouse Subs foundation award for equipment.
ADA policy update
The county updated its Americans with Disabilities Act policy and named Risk Manager Ryan Anderson as the ADA point of contact — the person residents can go to with accessibility complaints.
Sheriff's Office Receives Firehouse Subs Safety Grant
The Sheriff's Office received a Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation award to purchase new equipment, accepted by the court.
Foster Child Support and CPS Caseworker Assistance
The Child Services Board provides financial assistance for foster children's normal expenses, camp fees, and emergency needs, while also supporting overworked Child Protective Services staff.
Sheriff's crisis intervention partnership with Goodfellow
A new MOU links the Sheriff's Crisis Intervention Unit with Goodfellow Medical Group's Family Advocacy Program, aiming to better connect people in crisis with services.
Constable Traffic Enforcement Equipment
The Precinct 3 Constable's office received free radar and LIDAR equipment from the state to monitor speeding in Grape Creek school zones. While some commissioners questioned whether constables should handle traffic stops, supporters emphasized it enhances community safety without costing taxpayers.
Court Administration Staffing Restructuring
District judges requested changing the director of court administration position from full-time to part-time due to difficulties finding qualified applicants with specialized skills. The change aims to bring in a consultant under a part-time arrangement to set up systems before hiring permanently.