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Residents press Frio County for answers on county judge, animal control and local services in Dilley area
Summary
Two members of the public raised questions about the county judge’s status and longstanding service gaps in Dilley-area roads, sewer and animal control during the public-comment period; commissioners acknowledged the concerns and directed staff follow-up.
During the May 27 Frio County Commissioners Court public-comment period, two residents asked the court to address local service concerns and the county’s leadership status.
Charles McLean, who identified himself as a Frio County resident and regular participant in local conversation, asked whether the county judge would return to the bench following an indictment. “I’ve heard she can't, and she can't. Somebody at y'all’s level need to find that answer,” McLean said, adding that residents were “embarrassed” by the situation and concerned about how the court will function if more indictments occur when the grand jury reconvenes. The court did not provide a legal determination during the meeting; McLean’s remarks were recorded during the public-comment block and the commissioners said they would look into questions raised by residents.
A second speaker who identified herself…
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