Join the County and District Clerks' Association of Texas (CDCAT) for its 128th annual conference June 19-23 at the McAllen Convention Center. All education meetings and registration will take place at this venue.
County clerks, district clerks and combination clerks can earn continuing education credits to help fulfill their annual CE requirements. An integral part of this meeting will be the opportunity to network with your fellow clerks and exchange ideas that are helpful to you and your county. Conference sessions and speakers will offer comprehensive information on popular topics, upcoming changes that affect you directly, and areas of high interest in the clerk profession.
This year's conference theme is an extension of the fall and winter conferences' theme: Unlocking Your Potential — Within the Association, Your County and Yourself. The focus will be unlocking your potential within yourself, and sessions will provide skills to help attendees take care of themselves so they can be productive team members.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from exceptional speakers and explore McAllen!
Grant Reimbursement Reminder
Elected clerks can submit a form to receive reimbursement for a portion of their travel and lodging expenses.
Registration Fees
Full conference registration includes all education sessions, meals and breaks.
| REGISTRATION FEES |
| DESCRIPTION |
Early Registration
(by May 19) |
Registration
(after May 19) |
| Clerk/Deputy Registration |
$250 |
$275 |
| Retired Clerk Package |
$100 |
|
| Corporate Attendee |
$500 |
|
| On-Site Registration |
$275 |
|
| One-Day Registration |
$90 |
|
| EVENING EVENT TICKETS – AGES 13 & OLDER |
| EVENTS |
PRICE |
| Fiesta and Banquet Dinner |
$25 |
Hotel Information
This year, we have several hotels that are near the convention center. They are the Cambria Hotel McAllen Convention Center and La Quinta by Wyndham McAllen Convention Center. There is no designated host hotel. All are the same distance from the convention center, and all offer complimentary breakfast. You must register for the conference before you can receive instructions for booking your hotel room.
Payment Information
Please make checks payable to the Texas Association of Counties.
Mail checks to:
CDCAT Annual Summer Conference
c/o Texas Association of Counties
P.O. Box 2711
San Antonio, TX 78299
Association Officers
Hon. Patti L. Henry, President
District Clerk – Chambers County
Hon. Julie Smith, Vice President
County Clerk – Potter County
Hon. John F. Warren, Treasurer
County Clerk – Dallas County
Hon. Sandra Roblez, Secretary
District Clerk – Yoakum County
Hon. Stacey Kemp, Immediate Past President
County Clerk – Collin County
This year, we have several hotels that are near the convention center. They are the Cambria Hotel McAllen Convention Center and La Quinta by Wyndham McAllen Convention Center. There is no designated host hotel. All are the same distance from the convention center, and all offer complimentary breakfast. You must register for the conference to obtain hotel reservation information.
Cambria Hotel McAllen Convention Center (Room Block Sold Out)
701 S. Ware Rd.
McAllen, TX 78501
Room rate: King/queen rooms $109 per night plus tax
Complimentary Breakfast
La Quinta by Wyndham McAllen Convention Center
801 S. Ware Rd.
McAllen, TX 78501
Room rate: King/queen rooms $119 per night plus tax
Complimentary Breakfast
Overflow Hotel
Home 2 Suites by Hilton
525 S. Ware Rd.
McAllen, TX 78501
Room rate: King rooms $138 per night plus tax; double queen rooms $144 per night plus tax
Complimentary Breakfast
If you need special accommodations, please contact Luz Hinojosa at (800) 456‑5974.
Please note: As in years past, CDCAT anticipates that the room block will fill quickly. In the event the block becomes full, a waitlist will be kept on a first-come, first-served basis. To be placed on the waitlist, contact Sam Burke at samb@county.org or (800) 456‑5974. You will be contacted when a room becomes available.
Host Hotel Room Cancellations
If you need to cancel a room reservation, please do not cancel directly with the hotel. Contact Sam Burke at (800) 456‑5974 to cancel your hotel reservation. This will help move fellow attendees off the waitlist. We kindly request that you not post your reservation on the CDCAT Mobilize, because this action hinders waitlist management.
Parking at Hotels
Complimentary self-parking at all hotels and the McAllen Convention Center.
| Monday, June 19 |
| 3:30-6:30 p.m. |
Welcome Reception |
| 3:30-4:30 p.m. |
Border Buttermilk Welcome at Embassy Suites
Sponsored by Visit McAllen |
| 4:30-6:30 p.m. |
Poolside Chippin' Dippin' and Margarita Sippin' at the Cambria Hotel |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Dinner On Your Own |
| Tuesday, June 20 |
| 7-9 p.m. |
President's Welcome Reception at University Drafthouse
Sponsored by iDocket
Transportation provided to and from hotels
*Clerk Nominees Recognized |
| Wednesday, June 21 |
| 8-10 p.m. |
Movie at the Park
Lawn at McAllen Convention Center
Featured Movie: "Coco"
Rainout Location: McAllen Convention Center |
| Thursday, June 22 |
| 6:30 p.m.-midnight |
BANQUET • OFFICERS SWEARING-IN • CLERKS OF THE YEAR
Sponsored by Kofile Technologies, Inc.
Entertainment: Satellite Band |
| Monday, June 19 |
| Noon-5 p.m. |
Registration & Information Desk Open
McAllen Convention Foyer |
| 1-5 p.m. |
Exhibits Setup
McAllen Convention Center, Exhibit Hall A |
| 3:30-6:30 p.m. |
Welcome Reception |
| 3:30-4:30 p.m. |
Border Buttermilk Welcome at Embassy Suites
Sponsored by Visit McAllen |
| 4:30-6:30 p.m. |
Poolside Chippin' Dippin' and Margarita Sippin' at the Cambria Hotel |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Dinner On Your Own |
| Tuesday, June 20 |
| 6:30-7:30 a.m. |
Fitness Class |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Registration and Information Desk Open |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Silent Auction and CDCAT Store |
| 8-8:30 a.m. |
Coffee With Vendors |
| 8:30-9:15 a.m. |
Welcome ● Invocation ● Presentation of Colors ● National Anthem ● Pledges of Allegiance ● Recognition of Dignitaries |
| 9:15-10:30 a.m. |
Introduction of Retired Clerks, Regional Directors, Past Presidents, Retirees, Committee Members, Sponsors, Sponsor Videos |
| 10:30-11 a.m. |
Refreshment Break With Vendors |
| 11 a.m.-noon |
Business Session
Hon. Patti L. Henry, Chambers County District Clerk; President, CDCAT |
| Noon-1:30 p.m. |
Lunch on Your Own |
| 1:30-2:30 p.m. |
Keynote: How To Be a Better Speaker
Mr. Larry Weaver, Comedian |
| 2:30-3:30 p.m. |
Legislative Update Part 1
Panel |
| 3:30-4 p.m. |
Refreshment Break With Vendors |
| 4-5 p.m. |
Legislative Update Part 2
Panel |
| 7-9 p.m. |
President’s Welcome Reception at University Drafthouse
Sponsored by iDocket
Transportation provided to and from hotels
*Clerk Nominees Recognized |
| Wednesday, June 21 |
| 6:30-7:30 a.m. |
Fitness Class |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Registration and Information Desk Open |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Silent Auction and CDCAT Store |
| 8:30-9 a.m. |
Coffee With Vendors |
| General Session |
| 9-10:30 a.m. |
Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) and National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS)
Mr. Allante J. Smith, Auditor II, Compliance and Training Bureau, Texas Department of Public Safety |
| 10:30-11 a.m. |
Refreshment Break With Vendors |
| 11 a.m.-noon |
Senate Bill 6: Legislative Changes for Clerks
Ms. Sheri Woodfin, Court Consultant, Office of Court Administration |
| Noon-1:30 p.m. |
Lunch on Your Own |
| General Session |
| 1:30-2:30 p.m. |
Office of Court Administration Reporting
Ms. Sheri Woodfin, Court Consultant, Office of Court Administration |
| 2:30-3:30 p.m. |
Everything Jury
Hon. Patti L. Henry, Chambers County District Clerk
Hon. Velva Price, Travis County District Clerk |
| 3:30-4 p.m. |
Refreshment Break With Vendors |
| 4-5 p.m. |
Cybersecurity
Mr. Robert Ruiz, Associate Director, Risk Management Services, Texas Association of Counties |
| 8-10 p.m. |
Movie at the Park
Lawn at McAllen Convention Center
Featured Movie: "Coco"
Rainout Location: McAllen Convention Center |
| Thursday, June 22 |
| 8 a.m.-noon |
Registration and Information Desk Open |
| 8 a.m.-noon |
Silent Auction and CDCAT Store |
| 8:30-9 a.m. |
Coffee With Vendors |
| General Session |
| 9-9:45 a.m. |
Clerk Bonds and Oaths
Hon. John F. Warren, Dallas County Clerk |
| 9:45-10:30 a.m. |
HR Session: How Not To Get Sued
Ms. Cheraun Blankenship, Human Resources Consultant, Texas Association of Counties |
| 10:30-11 a.m. |
Refreshment Break With Vendors
(Silent Auction ends at 11 a.m.) |
| 11 a.m.-noon |
Clerk General Roundtable
Panel |
| Noon-1 p.m. |
Salsa Dance Class |
| Noon-6:30 p.m. |
Lunch and Afternoon on Your Own |
| 2-5 p.m. |
Get To Know McAllen Excursions
Choose from different excursions to get a taste of what McAllen has to offer. |
| 6:30 p.m.-midnight |
BANQUET • OFFICERS SWEARING-IN • CLERKS OF THE YEAR
Sponsored by Kofile Technologies, Inc.
Entertainment: Satellite Band |
| Friday, June 23 |
| 8-11 a.m. |
Information Desk Open |
| 9-10 a.m. |
History of Texas Clerks
Dr. Francisco Guajardo, Director, Museum of South Texas History |
| 10-10:30 a.m. |
Website, CE Tracker, Mobilize
Hon. Patti L. Henry, Chambers County District Clerk
Hon. Julie Smith, Potter County Clerk |
| 10:30-11 a.m. |
Drawing of Prizes • Closing Remarks
Drawing — 2024 Conference Registration and Hotel Lodging
Elected clerks will have an opportunity to earn free registration and hotel accommodations for the next annual conference. Five winners will be selected in a random drawing. Must be present to win. |
Application will be made for continuing education credit for county, district and combination clerks. Please check back here for approval updates.
| Continuing Education Type |
Hours |
| County, District and Combination Clerks |
Pending |
Conference registration is transferable to another person within your organization without additional charge. Cancellation refund requests received in writing (email and fax acceptable) by Friday, May 19, will be granted, minus a $10 administration fee. We are unable to honor refund requests received after May 19.
Please contact Sam Burke for cancellations at samb@county.org or by fax at (512) 477‑1324.
Please contact Jimi Coplen, events director with County Progress, for questions about exhibitor or sponsorship opportunities, at (325) 673‑4822, ext. 2125.
You can also visit the County Progress CDCAT conference page for exhibitor registration details.