Another interesting twist in SB2 is the way the Board of Directors for DCAD isselected. Currently, five members are “elected” by the various taxing entities inDenton County, including ISDs, cities, towns, etc., who each have voting strengthin proportion to the tax dollars they levy. Thus, large entities such as Lewisvilleand Denton ISDs have many more…
Many North Texas residents have moved here from other states, bringing our county’s population to more than one million! And most of these new Texans come from states which have totally different legislative processes than we do here in the Lone Star State. Our 1876 State Constitution intentionally does not make it easy for the…
should be a year-round initiative Law enforcement plays a vital role in the foundation of our nation and our county. Officers provide protection for our citizens, and stand ready each and every day on our behalf. Recently, on May 17, the Denton County Sheriff’s Office held its annual Denton County Law Enforcement Fallen Officers Memorial…
Law enforcement plays a vital role in the foundation of our nation and our county. Officers provide protection for our citizens, and stand ready each and every day on our behalf. Recently, on May 17, the Denton County Sheriff’s Office held its annual Denton County Law Enforcement Fallen Officers Memorial at the Denton County Administrative Courthouse Amphitheater. This…
A lot goes on after voters approve a bond election, such as the $650 million bond election for the Denton County Transportation Road Improvement Program (TRIP 2022) held last year on Nov 8. Overwhelmingly approved by voters by more than a 3 to 1 margin, the $650 million in bonds will fund more than 100…
National Volunteer Month recognizes the value and impact of volunteers. These selfless individuals bring hope to others and help to make our communities better. The spirit of volunteerism is alive and well in Denton County, as many contribute tens of thousands of hours each year to more than a hundred organizations. Across the world, an…
The New Year is a welcome sight for many of us who were battered by events in 2022, including the return of COVID cases and unpredictable weather patterns, which impacted not only our comfort levels but also our landscapes. As 2022 came to a close, you may have heard in recent weeks about the incident…
Love ‘em or frustrated by ‘em, families are an important part of our individual identity. Yet today, more than 110,000 children in America and hundreds of Denton County foster care children are awaiting adoption to their forever families. Their personal Adoption Day is a day to remember when that “forever family” is realized. In November…
Following the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, a number of entities across Texas are working together to ensure safer schools for our children, as they should. Our children are our most precious resource. Their ability to focus on learning is vital to ensuring a brighter future for all. No child, parent or teacher…
I had been watching the Denton County Public Health Department’s weekly COVID tracking with a bit of concern, as the weekly total of new cases was steadily rising from several hundred in June/July to several thousand new cases in the last few weeks. Then I personally developed symptoms, and I tested positive for COVID on…