First elected in November 2006, Valerie Covey represents Precinct Three on the Williamson County Commissioners Court. In Texas, Williamson County is ranked 77th of 254 counties in Commissioners per capita, and 37th of 254 counties in Commissioners per square mile. ! "Yes sometimes it (eminent domain) is required, but only after true, good faith efforts and thoughtful considerations have occurred," he said. Women in Transportation Seminar Heart of Texas Chapter member engaged, networking and learning through this powerful and fun organization. Commissioner Covey serves the county by . Commissioner Russ Boles. Boles, is a 54-year-old commercial real estate broker and attorney. View Board Meetings via UStream. The Clerk attends all regular and special meetings as Ex-Officio Clerk to take record of those meetings. County Judge Bill Gravell said the raises, which take effect in January, are necessary for the county to keep employees and to keep up with inflation. "We have employees who can't afford to buy a gallon of milk or fill up their car with gas.". Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Be Proactive. The expansion project hasdoubled the capacityfor cats and added 80 dog kennels. "The Williamson County Election Commission has just recommended a $1.5M purchase of the ES&S voting system which the county has been renting, as well as submitted capital requests for even more equipment, at a time when the county is more than $1 billion in debt and a large percentage of citizens are wanting to move our voting process away from Use the 'Report' link on "They can't be isolated," he said. Chalfant, who was 86 and a. After the 2020 census, Williamson County saw its population at 609,017, a 44% jump from the 2010 total of 422,679. Under the Commission form, the County is governed by a three person Board of Commissioners. 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About Commissioner Valerie Covey. (512) 244-8615 Commissioner Cynthia Long was elected to get things done and to fight in the trenches to keep Williamson County exceptional. The natural resources in Williamson County are precious to each one of us. The Williamson County Board of Commissioners (often referred to as the County Commission) is the legislative body of the County government consisting of 24 members, 2 of which are elected from each of the 12 districts for a four year term of office. 3151 Southeast Inner Loop The winner of the March 1primary will face Democratic opponent Brigid Lesterin November for the Precinct 2 seat on the Commissioners Court. Commissioner Precinct One (512) 244-8610 Direct Line Regional Affordability Committee central Texas organization of leaders from government, medical, and educational sectors to analyze, collaborate and influence development of affordable housing Williamson County representative. This didnt happen by accident, and it wont continue unless we remain vigilant and focused on the things that got us here. By Statute, the County Clerk is the Clerk of the County Board and keeps all records pertaining to official Board action. Wilco Recovery-Oriented System of Care, ROSC committed member of this wide consortium of counselors, housing specialist, professionals for mental health and substance use disorders and non-profits with foci on treating mental health and/or substance use disorders. The Clerk attends all regular and special meetings as Ex-Officio Clerk to take record of those meetings. THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE IS NOT INVOLVED WITH VOTING or ELECTIONS. She also said the county's new road systems in itstransportation plan were adopted after "much input" from the community and Williamson County cities. The kids and adults that attend learn fishing skills, water conservation and safety, in a fun and safe environment. Round Rock, Commissioner Precinct One, Terry Cook Terry won re-election in November 2020 and is now well into her second term. Click below to learn more about his grandfather, Dr. Harry Guffee, who started the Franklin Rodeo. FOLLOW CYNTHIA ON FACEBOOK! Her goals, if elected, Long said,include continuing to decrease residential homestead exemptions. Guffee, who grew up in Williamson County, shared that the sound of these board meetings "fueled most of (her) childhood," so right away, she's finding "a good rhythm.". Cynthia and her husband, Donn, moved to Williamson County in 1988 and immediately immersed themselves in community service. She serves on the Executive Committee of the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) and was previously Chair. Originally from Houston, she graduated number one in her high school class before earning a business degree from Texas A&M University. Find Meetings. "We have close to 200 vacancies right now in Williamson County. This is the great challenge that we face as one of the fastest growing counties in the country, and it is the thing that drives me each and every day to deliver for my constituents in Precinct 2 and for all of the hard-working families of Williamson County. Coxserved a year on probation and paid a $2,000 fine after pleading guilty to a Class B misdemeanor in connection with pointing a gun at three construction workers sitting in a truck in 2017 in Liberty Hill, according to court records. Commissioner Long has been active in the community since moving to Williamson County in 1988. 100 Wilco Way, CO201 For inquiries regarding child support or divorce cases, please contact the District Clerk's office at 512-943-1212. RSS Load next 5 article (s) (15 left) Be Truthful. Suggest Listing I believe that Williamson County, Texas is an exceptional place, and I was elected to get things done and to fight in the trenches to keep Williamson County exceptional. The meeting will feature representatives from both the Williamson County Election Commission and Tennessee Voters for Election Integrity. The16,970 square-foot, two-story expansionarea features a new adoption center, a public lobby, administration offices, new canine and feline adoption kennels, a new entrance off Wilco Way, a parking area for the adoption center, and an exercise yard for dogs. Under Commissioner Coveys leadership, residents have seen the openings of the Williams Drive expansion, Ronald Reagan Blvd., SH 195 expansion, IH-35 northbound frontage road and the turnaround at SH 29 & IH 35. Commissioner Covey serves the county by participating on various boards and committees, including: the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Board, the Williamson County Mental Health Task Force, the Williamson County Conservation Foundation serving as President, the Williamson County Audit Committee, the Williamson County Investment Committee, and the Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties Board of Directors. Box 3363 Cedar Park, TX 78630. Cox, 66, is the owner of the Bar P Land Improvement construction company as well as a cattle rancher, he said. Looking at elections nationwide over the last number of years, Richards said, there has been a lot of citizen concern about the machines on which people must vote, as well as how the voting process operates, and my hope is this town hall will offer a simple format for calm discussions among elected and appointed officials, as well as the public, about these machines and processes. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. In 1997, she returned to the private sector and started a consulting firm that managed major technology projects in the airline, manufacturing, and financial service industries. The increase brought the annualstarting salaries for corrections officers up to $40,925 in Williamson County. "You need help? Terms and Conditions. Masters Degree, Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Bachelors Degree, Biochemistry, East Carolina University. "To all the Williamson County employees that are listening and watching, I want to say to you that you guys are valuable and important to us," Gravell said. In 1995, Cynthia was elected to the Cedar Park City Council and served as a volunteer council member for four years before being elected as the first woman to represent Precinct Two on the Williamson County Commissioners Court. Cynthia Long was elected as Williamson County Commissioner for Precinct Two in November 2006. "The Declaration of Independence states that I can have life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Williamson County Jester Annex The records are open to the public. Voters have told her during her current campaign that the main issues they are concernedabout aretaxes, public safety and traffic, she said. Williamson County is one of only 8 counties in the State of Texas and 101 counties in the U.S. to receive a AAA rating, the highest possible. "One of the things from last year that I am really proud of is taking the lead on Commissioners Court to change homestead exemptions and raise them for those over 65, disabled persons and for the first time ever implement general residential homestead exemptions," she said. 105 talking about this. 2023 www.statesman.com. As Vice-President of the Williamson County Conservation Foundation, we are protecting our valuable water, land and air resources through a nationally recognized Regional Habitat Conservation Plan. If you agree that we need more results and fewer soundbites from our elected leaders, then support Commissioner Cynthia Long in the upcoming November Election General. From helping form her first neighborhood association to sitting on the boards of organizations like the Cedar Park Regional Medical Center, the Round Rock Medical Center, the Greater Williamson County YMCA, the Twin Lakes YMCA and the AARO, serving her neighbors has always been a priority. If you agree that we need more results and fewer soundbites from our elected leaders, then I would be honored to have your support in the upcoming General Election. Seeing the need to provide opportunities for families to get outdoors together, we started Williamson Countys Learn to Fish program. "Chances are, phone calls go unanswered. Self-help author Marianne Williamson speaks to the crowd as she launches her 2024 presidential campaign in Washington, Saturday, March 4, 2023. To transform Williamson County government into a more accessible, responsive, transparent, and well-managed organization for our residents, so that we become the community recognized as the best in central Texas to live and enjoy. 1801 East Old Settlers Blvd. Increased the residential homestead exemption to 5%Increased the Over 65 and Disabled persons exemption to $125,000With property values rising, providing property tax relief is even more important.