Williamson County Commissioners appoint Steve Snell as new county judge

The Williamson County Commissioners Court held a special session on March 27, 2025, to address the appointment of a new county judge. The meeting commenced at 2:37 PM, with the court planning to move into executive session to interview four candidates for the position. The court anticipated reconvening around 6:30 PM to deliberate on the selection.

Upon reconvening at 6:48 PM, the commissioners expressed gratitude to the candidates for their time and effort throughout the interview process. Following this, a motion was made to appoint Steve Snell as the next county judge, which received a second. The court opened the floor for discussion, during which members acknowledged the impressive qualifications of all candidates, emphasizing the importance of the decision for the county's future.

After a brief discussion, the motion to appoint Snell was put to a vote, resulting in a 3-1 approval. The court members congratulated Snell and expressed confidence in his leadership abilities. They also acknowledged the difficulty of the decision, given the strong pool of candidates.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to discuss the timing of Snell's transition into the role, as he had some responsibilities to finalize before assuming office. The session adjourned at 6:53 PM, with no further comments or public input.