Williamson County adds personnel to CPS caseworkers

  • County Commissioner Valerie Covey, center, explains her reason for adding personnel to handle Child Protective Services cases in Williamson County during the September 17 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
    County Commissioner Valerie Covey, center, explains her reason for adding personnel to handle Child Protective Services cases in Williamson County during the September 17 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

     

    "We realized what an abysmal situation it is.” – Valerie Covey, County Commissioner Precinct 3 

    Williamson County will add a legal assistant and two care coordinators to help with Child Protection Service cases.

    The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the positions during the September 17 meeting. Brought on by Commissioner Valerie Covey, the positions will be funded by Am…