Commissioners Approve New Position for County Attorney and Funding for OEM Cubicles

The Williamson County Commissioners Court held a regular session on August 19, 2025, focusing on budgetary discussions and personnel matters. The meeting began with a review of various budget line items, particularly concerning the county attorney's office and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM).

Commissioner Long initiated a motion to approve an additional position in the county attorney's office, emphasizing the importance of supporting those who are effectively managing resources. The motion was seconded and unanimously approved with a vote of 5-0.

Following this, Commissioner Covey proposed adding $49,000 back into the budget for cubicles for the OEM. This motion also received unanimous support, passing with a 5-0 vote.

The discussion then shifted to the Fire Marshal's budget. Commissioner Covey indicated that he would withdraw a previously proposed item related to equipment purchases, citing compliance with new laws.

Commissioner Boles raised concerns regarding on-call pay for the Fire Marshal's deputies, noting that they do not currently receive this compensation despite being first responders. He suggested further examination of this issue but acknowledged that any budget changes could not be made until the final hearing day due to state regulations.

The meeting concluded with a clear focus on budgetary constraints and the need for careful consideration of personnel and resource allocation. The next steps involve further discussions on the Fire Marshal's budget and the implications of the proposed changes.