After multiple failed motions, Commissioners approve 2% raise for elected officials

County Judge Terry Johnson led discussion of proposed salaries for elected officials. Commissioner Dianne Anderson initially suggested keeping salaries the same; a motion to increase elected officials’ salaries by 2% and bring constable pay to $102,000 failed after roll-call votes on multiple motions.

The court considered and rejected a standalone $102,000 constable pay motion and a 2% across-the-board proposal in different configurations. On a subsequent motion, the court ultimately approved a 2% raise for all elected officials. The record shows roll-call votes on the motions and indicates some commissioners voted against and some in favor on different proposals before the final 2% motion passed. The minutes record the votes and that the final motion passed; specific salary schedules and effective dates are in meeting exhibits.