Description of Commissioners Court 

The Commissioners Court conducts the general business of the county and consists of the County Judge and four Commissioners.

• Adopts the county’s budget and tax rate.
• Approves all budgeted purchases of the county.
• Fills vacancies in elective and appointive offices.
• Sets all salaries and benefits.
• Has exclusive authority to authorize contracts.
• Provides and maintains all county buildings and facilities.