Recognizing process improvements The relationship between Denton County and the Denton Central Appraisal District has come a long way in the past year. That is as important to us as it is to our taxpayers in Denton County. The appraisal District is a separate political subdivision as defined in the Texas Tax Code, and Denton…
Make a difference in a foster child’s life With July known as National Make a Difference for Children Month, I would like to take this opportunity to share some troubling facts about the children who need foster homes in Denton County. We are seeing an increase in the number of children in our Child Protective…
As the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the World Health Organization announced the end of the public health emergency for COVID-19, it seemed time to summarize the pandemic’s impact on Denton County. While many have moved on from the pandemic, we want to celebrate the efforts of many who rose to the…
It has long been one of my goals to preserve relatively untouched portions of Denton County land as open space for public use as we continue to see significant growth in the coming years. As one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S., Denton County’s open space is dwindling at a rapid pace. By 2045,…
Sowing seeds in April, known for many showers in North Texas, can indeed bring May flowers, as the popular saying goes in a short poem written in 1157 by Thomas Tusser. From the bountiful Texas bluebonnets to the bright hues of the Texas Indian paintbrush, the native flowers bloom along many Texas highways and fields…
As we prepare for the spring, in Texas we also prepare for the spring storms. As a state, we are well known for having the most recorded tornadoes, likely due to our size. An estimated 130-150 tornadoes touch down on Texas farmlands, in cities and in neighborhoods across our large state each year. While they…
As we begin a brand new year – 2023, it is the perfect opportunity to reflect on just a few of our major accomplishments in the past 12 months. In 2022, Denton County: Continued Conversations: Debuted the Denton County Mayors Council monthly to discuss ongoing issues among the many communities within Denton County. Planned for…
The holidays are a special time of year when we spend time and make memories with family and friends. It’s a time to be thankful for all we have and how fortunate we are to live in Denton County, Texas. Our children attend the best schools and universities; our communities provide safe, secure neighborhoods and…
At this time of year, we see the arrival of fall with cooler temperatures, getting together to enjoy football Friday night lights, and planning for the upcoming holidays. October is also the start of a new fiscal year for Denton County. Denton County continues to face the challenges that fast growth brings. Every day, around…
Law enforcement is facing some of the toughest challenges to date as many departments see fewer hires, increased resignations and significantly more retirements. In a study conducted by the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), law enforcement agencies experienced a 5 percent decrease in hiring rates, an 18 percent increase in resignation rates, and a 45…