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County delinquent-tax attorneys report strong collections, $10.3 million delivered from Brownsville office
Summary
Linebaugh, Goggin, Blair & Sampson LLP presented the Cameron County Commissioners Court with fiscal-year 2024–25 delinquent-tax results showing turnover collection rates above 94%, roughly $10.3 million in checks delivered from the Brownsville office, about $6.3 million collected in 2024–25, and expanded outreach via text messages; the court acknowledged the report.
Jeff, representing Linebaugh, Goggin, Blair & Sampson LLP, told the Cameron County Commissioners Court on Nov. 18 that the firm’s delinquent-tax collection work continued to deliver strong results for the county.
"This year's results continue to reflect a strong tax base and a disciplined, effective collection program," Jeff said during a presentation on fiscal year 2024–25 collections. He reported turnover collection rates “consistently above 94 to 95%,” and said the firm helps pursue accounts after the tax office reaches roughly 95% collection.
Jeff reported that the firm’s Brownsville office logged more than 5,000 in-person visits and handed county tax officials about $10,300,000 in checks. He also said the firm collected over $6,300,000 during the 2024–25 fiscal period and that its team filed roughly 1,400 original petitions in the period. The firm conducted nine tax sales that together brought in more than $300,000, Jeff added.
On outreach, Jeff said the firm began an expanded electronic-communications effort in May, attempting nearly 60,000 text-message deliveries to county taxpayers and successfully delivering about 52,000. He described texts and later planned emails as a tool to remind taxpayers about payment options and to reduce the need for litigation.
Commissioners asked clarifying questions about how turnover percentages factor into the county’s revenue projections and collection budgeting; county staff explained turnover is calculated from projected receivables as of Sept. 30 and prior three-year collection history. The court moved to acknowledge the report and the motion carried.
The presentation concluded with the court commending the county tax assessor’s office for the partnership and asking the firm to continue work on collections and outreach.
