NEW! We’re joined by Matt Chase, CEO & executive director of the National Association of Counties, to talk about NACo’s new We Are Counties campaign. Tune in to hear how counties can take control of their narrative and make their voices heard. Listen now at the link in bio. #texascounties #naco #ncgm #wearecounties

Tax assessor-collectors from across Texas gathered this week in Waco for the 92nd Annual Tax Assessor-Collectors Association (TACA) Conference. Congratulations to the newly installed officers and members of the Board of Directors! Pictured: 2026-2027 Tax Assessor-Collector Associations Board #254counties #texascounties #taca

Service, leadership and a commitment to Texas counties have defined Randy Riggs' career. In our latest Board Member Spotlight, the TAC President-Elect shares lessons from decades in public service. Plus, learn about his unexpected creative outlet: playing jazz trumpet. Read the full interview: ow.ly/6y5j50Z7csp

With CIRA's new agenda management tool, counties can quickly post meeting information, materials and minutes to their websites. The tool keeps information ADA compliant and puts it in an easy-to-read format. Learn more about this easy-to-use feature: ow.ly/labe50Z7lCJ

The countdown to ADA digital accessibility compliance is underway. In this new article, TAC CIRA and TAC Communications share practical steps counties can take today to improve social media accessibility. Read the full article: ow.ly/EjMh50Z7bVS

In Galveston County, leaders are investing in both training and treatment to ensure people receive help, not handcuffs. “It’ll save you a lot of heartache of having to put people in jail that don’t need to go to jail,” Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen said. “Instead, get them over to a facility where they can get the help they need.” 🔗Read more: ow.ly/w52X50Z5GA0

TAC is accepting applications for the Leadership 254 program June 1 – July 6, 2026. Apply today: ow.ly/AqSr50Z4VbA

100 episodes and counting! Texas County Voice is celebrating a major milestone as we look back on the stories, guests and unforgettable moments that have shaped the podcast since 2022. Thank you to everyone who has joined the conversation along the way! Tune in to our 100th episode today: ow.ly/83ZK50MHjVH

Congratulations to the Leadership 254 graduating class of 2025-2026! Mark your calendars! TAC is accepting applications for the 2027-2028 cohort June 1 – July 6, 2026. Learn more about Leadership 254: ow.ly/QjCj50Z4UTh

Local elected officials from southeast Texas gathered in Beaumont for important discussions about their communities as the Legislature begins work on their interim charges. Representative Trent Ashby (R-Lufkin) joined the group to listen to their issues and offer advice on working with the Legislature. #texascounties #txlege #countyofficials #254counties

TAC President and Denton County Treasurer Cindy Yeatts Brown and Burnet County Treasurer Karrie Crownover spoke to TAC staff as part of our County Government 101 series, which helps staff better understand the work and responsibilities of county officials across Texas. Thank you to both for sharing their knowledge, experience, and insight into the important role county treasurers play in serving their communities. Opportunities like these help strengthen our understanding of county government and support the work we do every day.

At the 2026 Japan-Texas Economic Summit, county leaders from across Texas joined conversations on semiconductors, AI infrastructure, energy and workforce growth. Read more about how Texas counties took center stage in Arlington: ow.ly/xhGu50Z2MzW

The Texas Association of Counties mourns the loss of former TAC President Judge Vernon Cook, who passed away May 3, 2026. “A lot of the things that TAC is doing and has done for the last fifteen years are a result of what Vernon did,” said Gene Terry, former TAC Executive Director from 2010-2018. Learn more about Judge Cook's leadership and legacy here: ow.ly/iRla50YZbEv

NEW! From a new mental health facility in Galveston County to a heroic rural EMS service in Washington County to the legendary tale of Eastland County’s Old Rip, Texas County Voice is highlighting the can’t-miss stories featured in the latest issue of County magazine. Tune in today! ow.ly/83ZK50MHjVH

It's MFA May! Every year, TAC highlights one of the most effective cybersecurity practices: multi-factor authentication (MFA). Learn more: ow.ly/5TyL50YUIf3

📢NEW! County magazine spring issue is available now. In this issue: ▪️Texas County Storytellers Feature: Galveston County's Mental Health Wellness Center ▪️Green infrastructure ▪️County time capsules ▪️And more! ➡️Read it now: ow.ly/2jrG50YV2fB

Important update: The Department of Justice has granted a one-year extension to the web accessibility compliance deadline. The new deadlines are: • Counties with populations at or over 50,000: April 26, 2027 • Counties with populations below 50,000: April 26, 2028 Learn more: ow.ly/TQgt50YMQF8

Get to know one of the leaders helping shape the future of Texas counties. Our latest TAC blog spotlights Hon. Shay Luedeke, Bell County Tax Assessor-Collector and Secretary of the Texas Association of Counties Board of Directors. 🔗 Read the full blog: ow.ly/lejW50YMQKj #TexasCounties #CountyLeadership #TAC

Big trucks. Bigger challenges. In the latest episode of our Texas County Voice podcast, hear how counties in the Eagle Ford Shale came together to tackle the hidden costs of the oil and gas boom. It’s a compelling look at the vital role county government plays every day. Tune in today! ow.ly/83ZK50MHjVH

That's a wrap on this year's County Management and Risk Conference! Thank you to everyone who attended and made this event a success.