Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Washington County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in public safety with low priority
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
The county proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, supporting the Color Brazos Valley Gold effort; Washington County saw four new childhood cancer diagnoses this year.
EMS Fleet Replacement
EMS is buying three vehicles (~$164,000) from the Tobacco Fund — two Expeditions because leased Suburbans couldn't be upfitted properly, and an Explorer to replace one totaled by lightning. Purchasing beats leasing, and no tax dollars are used.
911 Livestock Registration Program
Livestock owners can now register their animals and property access details with 911, so deputies can quickly find owners when animals get loose — and warn them about broken fences. The court wants better outreach so older residents without smartphones can participate.
Tax sale and constable sale locations
State law requires constable sales at the main courthouse entrance, but weather makes that impractical. The court reaffirmed the courthouse steps and added the Courthouse Annex at 100 S. Park St. as a covered backup site.
Donation to 911 Communications
The Washington County Democratic Club donated $200 to the county's 911 communications division, following an earlier $400 gift. The director credited the community for supporting the department.