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Newton County swears in Tracy Noble as tax assessor-collector; court approves official bonds
Summary
Tracy Noble was sworn in as Newton County tax assessor-collector. The court approved two surety bonds from Western Insurance Company (a $100,000 bond for state requirements and a $60,000 bond for county purposes) and authorized required filings with state agencies.
Tracy Noble, the newly appointed Newton County tax assessor-collector, was sworn into office during a short court session that opened with prayer and formal administrative business.
The presiding officer administered the statutory oath, stating, "you, Tracy, Noble, do solemnly swear or affirm that you will faithfully execute the duties of the Newton County tax assessor-collector of the state of Texas and will, to the best of your ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and of this state." After the oath the court congratulated Noble and directed her to sign the appointment paperwork.
Why it matters: The swearing-in completes the county's administrative step to place Noble in the assessor-collector role. The court also addressed the financial and statutory safeguards that back the office by approving surety bonds and filing the appointment with state agencies.
The court reviewed two bonds submitted by Western Insurance Company: a $100,000 bond described in discussion as covering state funds (to be sent to the governor's office or other state authority) and a $60,000 bond intended for county purposes. A motion to accept and approve the official bonds was made and seconded; the court registered its assent and the bonds were approved.
The court then approved a motion authorizing filings and notifications related to the appointment and bonds. The motion directs certified copies of the order of appointment, statement of officer, oath of office and approved bonds to be filed with the county clerk's records and transmitted to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, as well as any other agencies required by law.
Before adjourning, the presiding officer noted there was no need for an executive session. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, and the court adjourned the brief session.
Actions at a glance: The court administered the oath to Tracy Noble, approved two surety bonds from Western Insurance Company (a $100,000 bond and a $60,000 bond) for the tax assessor-collector, and authorized required filings with county and state offices. Specific vote tallies were not recorded in the transcript; motions were seconded as noted in the minutes and carried.
Next steps: The county will complete the certified filings with the county clerk and the named state agencies as directed by the court.
