Williamson County Commissioners Court

Sally Bardwell, Williamson County’s Housing and Urban Development Grant coordinator (front), presents the 2026 Action plan during the August 4 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Sally Bardwell, Williamson County’s Housing and Urban Development Grant coordinator (front), presents the 2026 Action plan during the August 4 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County distributes $2 million in grants to groups helping communities

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the distribution of $2 million in U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development funding to 12 recipients during the August 4 meeting.Wilco was awarded $2,308,168 for Community Development Block Grant funding to successfully support community...
Carlson Place resident James Headrick, front, expresses his opposition to the Justice Complex property to the Williamson County Commissioners Court, August 4. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Carlson Place resident James Headrick, front, expresses his opposition to the Justice Complex property to the Williamson County Commissioners Court, August 4. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Justice Complex update: Commissioners again delay Justice Complex planning for additional public input

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Updated at 1:30 p.m. on Friday August 7Williamson County is hosting two in-person events to receive community feedback and comments regarding the Williamson County Justice Complex project on Saturday, August 22, and Thursday, August 27.
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, and County Manager Rebecca Clemons present the State of the County at the new County Administration Building, 1878 Texas Trail in Georgetown, on July 14. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, and County Manager Rebecca Clemons present the State of the County at the new County Administration Building, 1878 Texas Trail in Georgetown, on July 14. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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State of the County: Williamson County outlines long-term vision for growth, water and public safety

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell laid out a wide-ranging vision for the county’s future during an hour-long conversation on July 14.The discussion covered everything from budget priorities to a decades-long water plan while highlighting services many residents may not know exist.“Over the last...
The Williamson County Commissioners approved supporting four Williamson County nonprofits by giving $200,000 each during the July 14 meeting. From left are Commissioner Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Commissioner Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners approved supporting four Williamson County nonprofits by giving $200,000 each during the July 14 meeting. From left are Commissioner Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Commissioner Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners distribute $800,000 to Williamson County nonprofits

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, July 20, 2026
For the first meeting at the new county administration building, the Williamson County Commissioners Court allocated $800,000 to four nonprofits from its Community Recreation Fund on Tuesday, July 14.The four $200,000 donations came from fees collected at the Williamson County Landfill.
Banker Catherine Totty was selected as Williamson County’s new tax assessor-collector. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Banker Catherine Totty was selected as Williamson County’s new tax assessor-collector. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamosn County commissioners tap Totty as new Tax Assessor-Collector

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, July 20, 2026
The Williamson County Commissioners Court appointed Catherine Totty as interim Williamson County tax assessor-collector on Tuesday, July 14. The appointment follows the Commissioners Court’s acceptance of Larry Gaddes’ resignation on June 12.
Matt Lindemann, Williamson County Sheriff. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Matt Lindemann, Williamson County Sheriff. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County expands take-home vehicle policy for sheriff's deputies

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Williamson County sheriff’s deputies can now take their vehicles home if they live up to 20 miles outside the county line.In a 3-2 vote, Williamson County Commissioners Court updated the county policy June 30 based on a request by Sheriff Matt Lindemann.He initially requested a 25-mile threshold...
Connie Odom, Williamson County's director of communications and media relations, gives a tour of the new Tax Assessor-Collector's office at the new County Administration Building on June 22. This drive-through will allow residents to get new license plates. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Connie Odom, Williamson County's director of communications and media relations, gives a tour of the new Tax Assessor-Collector's office at the new County Administration Building on June 22. This drive-through will allow residents to get new license plates. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Home sweet home: Williamson County preps new HQ for first day

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Williamson County is gearing up to host its first Commissioners Court meeting on July 14 at its new administration building in Georgetown.The building was constructed to enhance public access to county services and provide space for a growing workforce, enabling the county to better serve the...
Sun City resident Shanon Reed holds up 1,320 signatures from Sun City residents to potion the Somerset Hills Road District No. 4 during the June 16 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Sun City resident Shanon Reed holds up 1,320 signatures from Sun City residents to potion the Somerset Hills Road District No. 4 during the June 16 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Sun City residents urge county to rescind $45 million in unused road bonds

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, June 19, 2026
More than 100 Somerset Hills Sun City residents packed the Commissioners Courtroom to advocate for rescinding an unused $45 million in road bond approvals via an election.Comprising about 1,300 age-restricted homes between County Road 245 and Rattlesnake Road along Ronald Reagan Boulevard in...
Florence residents line the pews as they wait to speak against an incoming 750-home subdivision during public comment at the June 9 Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting. From left: Howard Creasy, Frank Elverado (center), Melissa Rosenbusch-Spicer and Cristy Daniell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Florence residents line the pews as they wait to speak against an incoming 750-home subdivision during public comment at the June 9 Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting. From left: Howard Creasy, Frank Elverado (center), Melissa Rosenbusch-Spicer and Cristy Daniell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Florence-area development sparks debate

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
A new 750-home subdivision is coming to unincorporated land just outside the City of Florence.Residents surrounding the proposed Florence Meadows subdivision took to the dais June 9 during the Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting to ask the commissioners to “thoughtfully consider” scale...
The Williamson County Justices of the Peace attend the June 9 Commissioners Court to advocate entering into a contract with Tranquil Mortuary. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Justices of the Peace attend the June 9 Commissioners Court to advocate entering into a contract with Tranquil Mortuary. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners, JPs debate exemption for transport contract

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The Williamson County Commissioners Court voted to allow Hutto-based Tranquil Mortuary to continue providing transport services for recently-deceased bodies while directing county staff to pursue a formal contract, following debate over whether the service should have been competitively bid under...
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