Willacy County Commissioners Court 11/18/2024

The Willacy County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on November 18, 2024. The meeting included the approval of election vote canvassing as submitted by the election administrator, confirming the official vote counts despite some discrepancies in candidate name displays from the state system. Additionally, the court approved the purchase of one county cell phone for the Willacy County Indigent Defense Office to facilitate 24/7 communication with stakeholders involved in the assessment process, including the jail, defendants, families, and the court. The purchase was unanimously approved following discussion of the need for reliable communication during arraignments and court proceedings. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.