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Hardin County commissioners set timetable to fill Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 vacancy
Summary
Commissioners agreed Feb. 3 to post a notice, accept applications and take public input to appoint a successor to the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 seat; judges Minton and Owsley will temporarily cover cases until an appointment is made or the governor acts.
Hardin County Commissioners on Feb. 3 approved a procedure to solicit applications and public input to fill the unexpired term for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 after Judge Horner’s retirement.
The court said it will post a notice, accept letters of interest, resumes or applications and solicit public comment from residents in Precinct 6 before making an appointment. The county attorney provided an Attorney General opinion and guidance that the Texas Constitution requires the vacancy be filled; if the court does not appoint…
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