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Collaboration Key to 2011 Successes
Commissioners Corner // January 12, 2012 // 0 Comments

Reflecting on this past year, it is evident that collaboration was key to the successes of 2011. Whether between Travis County departments, state entities, local municipalities, emergency services districts (ESDs), water districts, local businesses, and constituents, my office made every effort to lead and to follow, to listen and be heard, and to push and to pull – all when appropriate and necessary.
Consider the Spirit of the Season
Commissioners Corner // December 1, 2011 // 0 Comments
by Precinct Three Commissioner Karen Huber Dear Constituents, I love the holiday season’s spirit of giving, consideration of others, and selflessness. I love that many put their time and resources into learning about and helping the people within their community. I love this spirit that promotes coming together to celebrate peace and joy. As the Christmas holidays start rolling around each y...
Will There be Enough Water in the Future?
Commissioners Corner // November 14, 2011 // 0 Comments
Water woes are of concern to all of us! If you use well water, enjoy the creeks and streams in Central Texas and/or care about the volume and quality of water that runs into our drinking water reservoirs, this article is extremely important to you. Even if your home’s source of water is from Lake Travis via a water district, you are impacted by reduced groundwater. Rivers and creeks are fed by ...
Time to get ready for flu season
Commissioners Corner // October 7, 2011 // 0 Comments
By Paul Workman, District 47 As summer turns into fall and the temperatures hopefully begin to cool, the beginning of another season is also upon us -- flu season. As your state representative, I want to share with you some helpful information about influenza and how you and your loved ones can stay flu-free. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), seasonal flu activity can begin as ...