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September 24-27, 2007

Moody Gardens Hotel

7 Hope Boulevard

Galveston, Texas 77554

(409) 741-8484

Educational Program Sponsor:

V.G. Young Institute of County Government, a part of the Texas Cooperative Extension, The Texas A&M University System

Thank you for your interest in the 85th Annual County Judges & Commissioners Association of Texas Conference. Online registration is no longer available. Registration will be available on-site.

Overview
Galveston County will host the 85th Annual County Judges & Commissioners Association of Texas Conference, September 24-27, 2007. This is a great opportunity to get together with fellow judges and commissioners from across the state. An outstanding program is scheduled for elected officials and their spouses.

An exhibit show with an array of business offering services and products for counties is an integral part of the conference. Monday afternoon is scheduled for dedicated time with vendors. Please take advantage of this opportunity to meet, visit and learn from the vendors in the exhibit hall.

This conference is not all business! Several fun activities are scheduled.

Monday afternoon will also feature a fishing trip into Galveston Bay. A private boat will go into Galveston Bay where expected catches include: red & black drum, croaker, shark, sand trout and spanish mackerel. Please join us for an afternoon of fishing & fun!

The President’s Party and Vendor Appreciation Night at the hotel will officially start the conference Monday evening. On Tuesday evening, Galveston County will host conference attendees. Wednesday is the popular tournament afternoon with golf and dominos. On Thursday, this conference will wrap-up with education sessions throughout the afternoon, with the President’s Reception and Banquet in the evening.

Make plans today to join colleagues and friends from around the state for your annual conference, business meeting and a great time!

Objectives
After completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate new leadership skills through knowledge, training and ideas gained from conference participation
• Better understand, from the Commissioners Court Advanced Curriculum topics, other county offices and the role they play in county government
• Be familiar with issues from the Legislative Session that may have a major impact on Texas County Government.

Vendor Registration

Online Vendor Registration

Spouse Activities
Don’t forget to bring your spouse! This year’s spouse program includes several fun activities including a shopping outing and a tour of Moody Mansion on Tuesday and a luncheon and style show on Wednesday.

Who Should Attend?
All Constitutional County Judges and County Commissioners