County Magazine

Feb. 9-11

1. Healthy County Boot Camp
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
3001 Kalahari Blvd.
Round Rock, TX 78665

Wellness industry experts share powerful tips, strategies and resources to help county officials and employees lead healthier lives.  

For more information, contact Amy Lawson at amyl@county.org or Megan West at meganw@county.org.

Feb. 14

Fireworks Authorization Deadline*

Last day to adopt the discretionary fireworks authorization order for Texas Independence Day.

Feb. 22-July 11

Commissioners Court Administrative Training: American Rescue Plan for Texas Counties

Various locations

This series of practical workshops, developed by the Texas Association of Counties and the V.G. Young Institute of County Government, is designed to provide an in-depth and concentrated learning experience on the key issues associated with the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Each workshop will provide a look at budgeting related to ARPA funds, coordinating with other entities and bidding/purchasing requirements.

For more information, contact Michele Ewerz at michelee@county.org or Jackie Boone at jackieb@county.org.

Feb. 22-24

2. V.G. Young Institute of County Government School for Commissioners Courts
Brazos County Expo Center
5827 Leonard Rd.
Bryan, TX 77807

The V.G. Young Institute of County Government, part of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, is pleased to offer the 64th Annual School for County Commissioners Courts, where attendees can expand their knowledge and  develop critical networks, all in an effort to better serve their constituents and their counties.

For more information, contact the V.G. Young Institute of County Government at (979) 845‑4572.

Feb. 23-25

3. County Court Assistants
Training Conference
Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center
1101 Woodlawn Ave.
Georgetown, TX 78628

Court assistants can learn more about the management and operation of judicial and administrative procedures of the judge’s office.

For more information, contact Ashley Royer at ashleyr@county.org or Regan Frugé at reganf@county.org.

March 3

4. Spring Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association Conference
Texas A&M AgriLife Research and
Extension Center
6500 Amarillo Blvd. W.
Amarillo, TX 79106

This judges and commissioners conference offers the latest information on hot topics in county government and other timely matters that affect elected officials’ daily operations. This event offers a great opportunity for judges and commissioners from the region and across the state to convene.

For more information, contact Michele Ewerz at michelee@county.org or Jackie Boone at jackieb@county.org.

March 8-11

5. Basics of County Investments Course
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel, Conference Center & Spa
1001 E. McCarty Ln.
San Marcos, TX 78666

The Basics of County Investments Course offers classroom instruction appropriate at all levels for those interested in the essentials of investing public funds.

For more information, contact Deanna Auert at deannaa@county.org or Nino Miranda at ninom@county.org.

March 9-11

6. Spring Judicial Education Session
Overton Hotel & Conference Center
2322 Mac Davis Ln.
Lubbock, TX 79401

County judges will have an opportunity to learn from and network with judges from across the state and to discuss a wide range of topics that affect judicial duties.

For more information contact Ashley Royer at ashleyr@county.org or Regan Frugé at reganf@county.org.

March 31

Fireworks Authorization Deadline*
Last day to adopt the discretionary fireworks authorization order for San Jacinto Day.

April 6-8

7. County Management & Risk Conference
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
3001 Kalahari Blvd.
Round Rock, TX 78665

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to reduce risk and prevent losses throughout your county's operations. Hear the latest about how employee wellness and benefit options can affect your bottom line.

For more information, contact Deanna Auert at deannaa@county.org or Megan West at meganw@county.org.

April 18-21

8. 50th Annual County Treasurers’ Spring Education Seminar
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel,
Conference Center & Spa
1001 E. McCarty Ln.
San Marcos, TX 78666

The conference will present the most recent and relevant information you need to enhance your knowledge base and help you perform your duties as treasurer.

For more information, contact Amy Lawson at amyl@county.org or Nino Miranda at ninom@county.org.

April 19-22

9. 93rd Annual West Texas County
Judges and Commissioners Association Conference
Arlington Expo Center
1200 Ballpark Way
Arlington, TX 76011

This judges and commissioners conference offers the latest information on hot topics in county government and other timely material that affects elected officials’ daily operations. This event offers a great opportunity for judges and commissioners from the region and across the state to convene.

For more information, contact Michele Ewerz at michelee@county.org or Jackie Boone at jackieb@county.org.

April 22

Fireworks Authorization Deadline*
Last day to adopt the discretionary fireworks authorization order for Memorial Day.

April 18-21

10. Leadership 254: Module 4 – Transformational Leadership and You
Rough Creek Lodge & Resort
5165 County Road 2013
Glen Rose, TX 76043

For information, contact Haley Click at haleyc@county.org or visit www.county.org/Education-Training/Leadership-254.

May 4-6

11. Probate Academy
Moody Gardens Hotel
7 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77554

The Probate Academy is designed to meet the educational needs of judges, clerks and other court personnel responsible for setting and disposing of probate and guardianship cases.

For more information, contact Ashley Royer at ashleyr@county.org or Regan Frugé at reganf@county.org.

May 13

Fireworks Authorization Deadline*
Last day to adopt the discretionary fireworks authorization order for Memorial Day.