Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tom Green County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
Delinquent Court Fine Collections
Collection firm Purdue Brandon presented strong multi-year figures showing over $5.3 million collected and extensive docket clearance for Justice of the Peace courts, boosted by new text message outreach.
FY 2026 tax rate preparation
The court formally designated Auditor Nathan Cradduck to calculate the no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates — the first official step in this year's property tax process.
Indigent Defense Grant Acceptance
The county accepted a $34,019 state grant from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission to fund a new coordinator position. This role will improve coordination between the jail, local attorneys, and courts while ensuring timely legal counsel for defendants.