The 79th Annual Education Conference of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association has one goal in mind: to keep you informed about issues that are important to you and your constituents. The conference offers up to 16 hours of continuing education for justices of the peace and court personnel. Constables can earn up to 14 hours approved for TCOLE.
Education sessions are provided by the Texas Justice Court Training Center.
Registration Fees
Full conference registration includes all education sessions, evening events (Monday Welcome Reception, Wednesday jam session, and the prayer breakfast and awards banquet on Thursday night).
| Conference Registration Fees |
Early Registration
by May 26 |
Registration
After May 26 |
| Member (full conference and events) |
$230 |
$280 |
| Nonmember (full conference and events) |
$290 |
$330 |
| Banquet Ticket (adult) |
$50 |
$50 |
| Banquet Ticket (child-12 yrs. or older) |
$25 |
$25 |
Á la Carte Education Sessions
Day passes are $25 for a half day (morning or afternoon) and $50 per day (morning and afternoon). Day passes do not include admission to evening events.
Door Prizes and Silent Auction
Please bring a door prize from your county and an item for the silent auction.
Vendor Information
Information about being a vendor or sponsor can be found on the County Progress website.
Payment Information
Please make checks payable to the Texas Association of Counties.
Mail checks to:
JPCA Annual Education Conference
c/o Texas Association of Counties
P.O. Box 2711
San Antonio, TX 78299
Host Hotel (Host Hotel Rates of $149 are sold out)
Hilton Palacio del Rio
200 South Alamo St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
You must register for the conference to receive the link to reserve your rooms.
Rates
$149 plus tax for single/double occupancy (This room rate is sold out)
Valet Parking (required) $25 per night
New Extended Rate
The host hotel has added a limited number of rooms at an extended rate of $189 plus tax, per night. Please visit this page to make reservations at this new rate. If the rate is too high, please make your reservations at the overflow hotels listed below, which offer government rates.
The deadline to reserve rooms at the special rate is May 26, or until the block is full. Group rates are available for the nights of June 25-29.
Parking Rates
Valet Parking (required) $25 per night
Overflow Hotels
The Menger Hotel (.3 miles from Palacio del Rio)
204 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 223‑4361
(800) 345-9285
Rate: $124 per night plus tax
Parking (required) $28 per night
For reservations, click on this link or call and mention you are with the JPCA group.
Hotel Contessa (.2 miles from Palacio del Rio)
306 W. Market St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 229‑9222
Rate: $149 per night plus tax
Overnight parking (valet only) $49 per night
Home2 Suites by Hilton San Antonio Downtown – Riverwalk (.7 miles from Palacio del Rio)
603 Navarro St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 354‑4366
Rate: $149 per night plus tax
Valet parking is $37 per night
For reservations, click on this link or call and mention you are with the JPCA group.
The Westin Riverwalk
420 W Market St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 224‑6500
Rate: Block rate not available
The Fairmount Hotel
401 S. Alamo St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 224‑8800
Rate: Block rate not available
| Monday, June 26 |
| 8 a.m. |
JPCA Golf Outing
Join us for a fun round of golf at Olmos Basin Golf Course.
Times
We have tee times reserved for eight foursomes starting at 8 a.m.
Pricing
Public rate to play: $63 (senior rate) or $71 (regular) plus tax and includes cart
Rider cart fee: $17.33 (for those not playing)
Club rental: $55 plus tax
Parking is included
Sign Up
If you are interested, contact Judge Holly Williamson via text at (832) 282‑5557 or email Htwilliamson@comcast.net
|
| 6 p.m. |
Welcome Reception Location: Garden Terrace, Hilton Palacio del Rio
We will kick off the conference in the hotel's elegant rooftop garden and gazebo overlooking downtown San Antonio.
Entertainment: Mariachi Musical Group |
| Tuesday, June 27 |
| 5-6 p.m. |
Vendor Appreciation Reception in Exhibit Hall |
| 6 p.m. |
Night On Your Own
You will be on San Antonio's River Walk, surrounded by dining and nightlife. The Shops at Rivercenter mall and the Alamo are only a five-minute walk from the hotel. Rio San Antonio cruises and shuttles board just across the river. Enjoy the selection of riverside restaurants, lounges and entertainment options. |
| Wednesday, June 28 |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Night On Your Own
You will be on San Antonio's River Walk, surrounded by dining and nightlife. The Shops at Rivercenter mall and the Alamo are only a five-minute walk from the hotel. Rio San Antonio cruises and shuttles board just across the river. Enjoy the selection of riverside restaurants, lounges and entertainment options. |
| 8 p.m. |
JPCA Jam Session and 42 Domino Tournament at The Stetson, Hilton Palacio del Rio
Join us for a friendly game of dominoes! Sign-in will start at 6 p.m. Entry fees are $25/team or $15/single player, to be paid at sign-in. The tournament winners will win custom JPCA dominoes in a custom walnut case and second place will win a custom set of JPCA dominoes. Tournament rules will be sent out upon registration.
REGISTER EARLY HERE: Please click this link to register for the tournament. If you have questions, e-mail Judge J.R. Woolley or call (281) 541‑0680. See you there!
JPCA members will showcase musical talent at the Jam Session at 8 p.m.
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| Thursday, June 29 |
| 7:30-9 a.m. |
Prayer Breakfast |
| 6-7 p.m. |
President's Reception |
| 7-9 p.m. |
Installation of Officers and Awards Banquet |
| Monday, June 26 |
| 8 a.m. |
JPCA Golf Outing
Join us for a fun round of golf at Olmos Basin Golf Course.
Times
We have tee times reserved for eight foursomes starting at 8 a.m.
Pricing
Public rate to play: $63 (senior rate) or $71 (regular) plus tax and includes cart
Rider cart fee: $17.33 (for those not playing)
Club rental: $55 plus tax
Parking is included
Sign Up
If you are interested, contact Judge Holly Williamson via text at (832) 282‑5557 or email Htwilliamson@comcast.net
|
| Noon-5 p.m. |
Registration Open |
| 2-5 p.m. |
Vendors Setup |
| 2-5 p.m. |
Committee Meetings |
| 3:30-5 p.m. |
Budget and Oversight Committee Meeting |
| 6 p.m. |
Welcome Reception
Location: Garden Terrace, Hilton Palacio del Rio
We will kick off the conference in the hotel’s elegant rooftop garden and gazebo overlooking downtown San Antonio.
Entertainment: Mariachi Musical Group
|
| Tuesday, June 27 |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Registration Open |
| 8 a.m.-4 p.m. |
Vendors Open |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Silent Auction |
| 8:30-11:30 a.m. |
Opening Ceremony • Business Meeting • Nominations |
| 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
Lunch on Your Own |
| 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
Board of Directors/Past Presidents Luncheon |
| 1-5 p.m. |
Education General Session: JPs/Clerks/Constables Class |
| 1-2:45 p.m. |
Court Security Part 1 – Overview of Threats |
| 2:45-3:30 p.m. |
Refreshment Break – Visit With Vendors |
| 3:30-5 p.m. |
Court Security Part 2 – Working With Your Bailiff/Screening |
| 5-6 p.m. |
Vendor Appreciation Reception in Exhibit Hall |
| 6 p.m. |
Night On Your Own
You will be on San Antonio's River Walk, surrounded by dining and nightlife. The Shops at Rivercenter mall and the Alamo are only a five-minute walk from the hotel. Rio San Antonio cruises and shuttles board just across the river. Enjoy the selection of riverside restaurants, lounges and entertainment options. |
| Wednesday, June 28 |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Registration Open |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Silent Auction |
| 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Vendors Open |
| 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
Education General Session: JPs/Clerks/Constables Class |
| 8-9:45 a.m. |
Court Security Part 3: Bombs!
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives |
| 9:45-10:30 a.m. |
Refreshment Break – Visit With Vendors |
| 10:30 a.m.-noon |
Court Security Part 4: Case Study Scenarios |
| Noon-2 p.m. |
Lunch on Your Own |
| 2-3 p.m. |
Constable and JP Evictions Class
Hon. James Kerbow, Justice of the Peace, Denton County
Mr. John Porter, Deputy Constable, Denton County |
| 3-3:30 p.m. |
Refreshment Break – Visit With Vendors |
| 3:30-4:30 p.m. |
Constable and JP Evictions Class (continued) |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Night On Your Own
You will be on San Antonio's River Walk, surrounded by dining and nightlife. The Shops at Rivercenter mall and the Alamo are only a five-minute walk from the hotel. Rio San Antonio cruises and shuttles board just across the river. Enjoy the selection of riverside restaurants, lounges and entertainment options. |
| 8 p.m. |
JPCA Jam Session and 42 Domino Tournament at The Stetson, Hilton Palacio del Rio
Join us for a friendly game of dominoes! Sign-in will start at 6 p.m. Entry fees are $25/team or $15/single player, to be paid at sign-in. The tournament winners will win custom JPCA dominoes in a custom walnut case and second place will win a custom set of JPCA dominoes. Tournament rules will be sent out upon registration.
REGISTER EARLY HERE: Please click this link to register for the tournament. If you have questions, e-mail Judge J.R. Woolley or call (281) 541‑0680. See you there!
JPCA members will showcase musical talent at the Jam Session at 8 p.m.
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| Thursday, June 29 |
| 7:30-9 a.m. |
Prayer Breakfast |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Registration Open |
| 8-9:30 a.m. |
Voting Open for JPCA Elections |
| 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Silent Auction (ends at 3:30 p.m.) |
| 9-11:30 a.m. |
Business Meeting |
| 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
Lunch on Your Own |
| 1-5 p.m. |
Education General Session: JPs/Clerks/Constables Class |
| 1-3 p.m. |
Command Center and Media Relations
Mr. Scott M. Hyderkhan, Director of Training/President of Kinetic Tactical Training Solutions LLC |
| 3-3:30 p.m. |
Refreshment Break (Silent Auction ends) |
| 3:30-5 p.m. |
Search and Seizure |
| 6-7 p.m. |
President's Reception |
| 7-9 p.m. |
Installation and Awards Banquet |
| Friday, June 30 |
| 9-11 a.m. |
Education General Session: JPs/Clerks/Constables Class |
| 9-11 a.m. |
JPCA at the Capitol
Hon. Carlos B. Lopez, Travis County Constable, Precinct 5
Hon. J.R. Woolley, Waller County Justice of the Peace |
The conference offers up to 16 hours of continuing education for justices of the peace and court personnel. Constables can earn up to 16 hours, with 14 hours approved for TCOLE.
Please note that the education sessions for justices of the peace meet the County and District Court Technology Fund's provisions for paying for continuing education and training for county court, statutory county court, or district court judges and clerks regarding technological enhancements. Get a copy of the letter here.
Conference fees are fully transferable to other participants, upon request. All conference registration refund requests must be received in writing before June 1 to receive a full refund, less a $50 administrative fee. No refund requests will be honored after June 1.
Please send an email to Sam Burke or fax notice of your cancellation to (512) 477‑1324.