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Newton County accepts tax assessor’s resignation, appoints Tracy Noble as interim
Summary
Newton County commissioners accepted the resignation of Tax Assessor-Collector Melissa Burks, effective Oct. 31, 2025, and appointed Tracy Noble as interim to serve until the November 2026 general election; the court said a bond must be filed before the interim assumes full duties.
Newton County Commissioners Court accepted the resignation of Tax Assessor-Collector Melissa Burks and appointed Tracy Noble as an interim replacement until the November 2026 general election.
The court read Burks’ resignation letter, which stated her departure would be effective 'at the close of business on October 31, 2025' and concluded, 'Respectfully submitted Melissa Burks.' The court then formally accepted the letter as a court action.
After an executive-session discussion about legal and personnel issues, S1 moved to appoint Tracy Noble to fill the vacant office until the November general election in 2026. Commissioner Hobson seconded the motion; the court approved the appointment. The court noted the appointed person must be bonded before taking on full official duties.
Why it matters: the tax assessor-collector handles county tax administration and local revenue processes; the interim appointment ensures continuity of services while the position is filled at the next general election.
What’s next: the court said it will schedule a meeting to accept required bonds and handle related administrative paperwork before the interim officially performs all functions of the office.
