Susan Redford

Wise County Judge J.D. Clark (left) and @NACoTweets CEO/Executive Director Matthew Chase discuss federal funding available to counties to meet broadband, infrastructure and other needs. One of 10 breakout sessions today at TAC's 2022 Legislative Conference. #254Strong #TACLege22

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar discussed #broadband development and the state economy during TAC Legislative Conference's opening session today. Earlier, NACo President Denise Winfrey spoke after being introduced by TAC Executive Director Susan Redford. #254Strong #TACLege22

The Texas Association of Counties is heartbroken by today's horrific news in Uvalde. Words are hardly sufficient at such moments. Our prayers are with everyone affected by this senseless event.

In @TexasCountymag, ExecDir Susan Redford praises @ComalCountyTX Treasurer Renee Couch for helping steer TAC through the pandemic during her soon-to-end term as Board President. "Good leaders rise to meet difficult situations," Redford writes: ow.ly/F4AC50GS84k #254Strong

For the 3rd year in a row, we've been named a top place to work in the Austin area. Plus, Executive Director Susan M. Redford won a leadership award. The Austin American-Statesman has the 2021 list here: ow.ly/YyT650GNW4R Congratulations, Susan! Way to go, TAC team!

Co-chaired by Wise County Judge @JDClarkTX, 2nd from left, @NACoTweets' Broadband Task Force today released a report at #NACoAnn that charts a path toward filling big gaps in #broadband access. Read the report here: ow.ly/pWTA50FuhIA

Counties work to solve local problems and save money. #254Strong #TexasCountiesDeliver

We’re celebrating the wisdom of trailblazing women leaders of TAC, including Executive Director and former Ector County Judge @redfosm during Women’s History Month. #womensmonth

.@redfosm: "Local leaders have been, and always will be, the best resource in determining how legislation can be carried out effectively. More importantly, county officials are a resource in foreseeing how legislation and policy will affect each county." oaoa.com/editorial/columns/g….

Have you heard? For the second year in a row, we were named top midsized employer in Austin. Here’s TAC Executive Director @redfosm sharing the good news with employees virtually this morning. Check out the @statesman article: bit.ly/38pfM2a

TAC's @redfosm: "The response of Texas counties to the COVID-19 pandemic is proof that counties do in fact matter. During this unprecedented time, county officials have been challenged to respond to and meet the needs of their local communities" bit.ly/2AapqXp

The TAC Health and Employee Benefits Pool this week shipped hand sanitizer and wipes to dozens of Pool members. Sheriffs’ offices should keep an eye out. We appreciate your service to Texans during the #COVID19 crisis. – at Austin, TX

Starting this week, the TAC Risk Management Pool shipped masks and gloves to county members of its Workers’ Compensation Program. Sheriffs’ offices should keep an eye out over the next several days. Thank you for your work on the front lines. Stay safe, Texas needs you! – at Austin, TX

“Our budgets at the local level are taking an extreme hit,” said @NACoTweets President Mary Ann Borgeson. “Our revenues are dropping dramatically, while our costs are skyrocketing.” During #COVID19, counties across the country are incurring major costs. ajc.com/news/counties-brace-…

Wondering who to follow on social media for the most accurate information about #COVID19? Here are a few state and federal government agency accounts to consider. – at Austin, TX

.@redfosm: “Local officials are on the front lines of this pandemic, making crucial decisions to limit exposure to the COVID-19 virus in their communities through closures, cancellations, and other mitigation actions.” m.orangeleader.com/2020/03/1… – at Austin, TX