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W.D. Kelley Foundation Executive Director Carl Illig, center of check, poses with CASA of Williamson County after funding a new marketing coordinator position. Country of CASA of Williamson County.

W.D. Kelley Foundation Executive Director Carl Illig, center of check, poses with CASA of Williamson County after funding a new marketing coordinator position. Country of CASA of Williamson County.

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CASA Wilco receives grant, adds new marketing coordinator

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
CASA of Williamson County has been awarded a $189,000 grant from the W.D. Kelley Foundation.  CASA Wilco is a social services organization that advocates for children who have experienced abuse or neglect to find loving, safe, and permanent homes.
The Williamson County Commissioners Court called for a November bond election during its August 8 meeting.

The Williamson County Commissioners Court called for a November bond election during its August 8 meeting.

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Williamson County Commissioners Court places $884 million bond election on November ballot

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
To address various road and park needs across the county, Williamson County residents will vote on $884 million worth of county bond projects November 7.  Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the November bond election during their meeting Tuesday, August 8.

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Wilco bolsters efforts against wildfires

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, August 7, 2023
The Williamson County Fire Chief’s Association has adopted the Williamson County Wildfire Task Force Regional Procedure as a way to streamline requests for additional resources during active wildfires in the county.
Map shows Lake Creek Trail and mock-ups for potential projects. Illustrations courtesy of The City of Round Roc.k

Map shows Lake Creek Trail and mock-ups for potential projects. Illustrations courtesy of The City of Round Roc.k

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Round Rock approves construction projects

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, August 4, 2023
Round Rock City Council Members approved multiple construction projects related to parks during its July 27 meeting. Lake Creek Trail construction will begin later this year.
Williamson County Auditor Julie Kiley answers questions about billing the non-county dispatch services at the August 1 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Auditor Julie Kiley answers questions about billing the non-county dispatch services at the August 1 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Wilco discusses dispatch rates for non-county calls

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, August 3, 2023
Williamson County Commissioners Court supported the creation of a Jarrell ISD Police Department during its Tuesday, August 1, meeting. According to a signed agreement, the county will provide the school district with dispatch services and access to public safety software systems.
Williamson County Economic Development Partnership Executive Director Dave Porter gives an annual presentation to the Commissioners Court at the July 25 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Economic Development Partnership Executive Director Dave Porter gives an annual presentation to the Commissioners Court at the July 25 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County Economic Development Partnership opens office in South Korea

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
The Williamson County Economic Development Partnership opened an office in Seoul, South Korea, July 1. The county provided an update about the office last week.
The Williamson County Courthouse. Sun Archive.

The Williamson County Courthouse. Sun Archive.

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Commissioners Court discusses new laws around future bond elections

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, July 28, 2023
Williamson County Commissioners Court discussed new bond election ethics and issues stemming from new laws passed by the Texas Legislature.    Public Finance Lawyer Carol D. Polumbo provided the updated during a special court session July 25.   Election code 255.
Rebecca Clemons, Williamson County senior director of HR, presents the county employee policy manual to commissioners court on July 25. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Rebecca Clemons, Williamson County senior director of HR, presents the county employee policy manual to commissioners court on July 25. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners discuss Fiscal Year 2024 pay for county employees

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, July 28, 2023
Williamson County Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons gave multiple presentations July 25 to commissioner’s court about updates to the county employee policy manual, compensation and other items involving county employees. If approved, policies will go into effect on October 1.
Jason Fritz, Williamson County City Health District Integrated Vector Management Program lead, assembles a mosquito trap. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jason Fritz, Williamson County City Health District Integrated Vector Management Program lead, assembles a mosquito trap. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County vector program tracking West Nile cases

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, July 28, 2023
Summer is a season of sunny days and family vacations. A time when Texas barbecue junkies show off their brisket recipe in a smoker. Kids spend their days at local pools, and using slip and slides and kiddie pools in the backyard, enjoying the refreshing water.
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