Table of Contents

March/April 2007
Volume 19, Number 2

Features
A Legacy for Counties
Raised in the Old West, Sam Seale led counties into the future

Public Defenders Make Their Case
As costs rise for indigent defense, more counties turn to public defenders

Got Green?
Fort Bend County implements open space preservation requirements

Need a Ride?
Harris County’s coordinated approach to transportation helps residents

Fused Together
Collin County’s new data center prepares area for disasters

Something for Nothing
NACo’s prescription drug discount card program isn’t just some magic trick

Departments
Presidents Report
Texas History
Clipboard
Associate Members
Calendar
Implications
Information Project
One Last Look