Category: Austin County News

Austin County Commissioners Discuss SB 22 Funding for Law Enforcement and Prosecutor’s Offices [VIDEO]

Austin County Commissioners Discuss SB 22 Funding for Law Enforcement and Prosecutor’s Offices [VIDEO]

Jun 26, 2024 |

At the June 24, 2024, Austin County Commissioners Court meeting, officials discussed the allocation of $175,000 from Senate Bill 22 to supplement salaries in the District Attorney’s office. This grant, part of a state initiative to support rural law enforcement, must be fully utilized within the current fiscal year to avoid returning unused funds to the state. The county aims to ensure compliance with state guidelines while maintaining competitive salaries to retain and attract qualified personnel.

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Austin County SRT Executes Successful Narcotics Operation in Columbus, Texas

Austin County SRT Executes Successful Narcotics Operation in Columbus, Texas

Jun 26, 2024 | ,

On June 24th, the Austin County Regional Special Response Team executed an operation in Columbus, Texas, resulting in the arrest of Eric Belmonte for narcotics-related charges. A search of Belmonte’s residence led to the seizure of multiple illegal substances and U.S. currency. The operation was a collaborative effort involving multiple local law enforcement agencies and the DEA.

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Disaster Resource Center Opens in Bellville for Austin County Residents [VIDEO]

Disaster Resource Center Opens in Bellville for Austin County Residents [VIDEO]

Jun 14, 2024 | , , , ,

In response to severe storms and flooding in Austin County from April 26, 2024, a Disaster Resource Center (DRC) will open in Bellville at the Bellville Police Department Training Center on 162 N Chesley St. Operating daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., the center offers support following President Biden’s declaration of a major disaster on May 17, 2024, making Austin County eligible for federal assistance. Residents, homeowners, renters, and businesses affected by the disaster can access recovery resources, including low-interest federal disaster loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA), with application assistance available onsite or online at sba.gov/disaster.

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Wanted Fugitive Apprehended in New Ulm in Early Morning Operation

Jun 14, 2024 | ,

In the early hours of Friday, June 14, 2024, Clarence Cloud, a 31-year-old fugitive wanted for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, was apprehended in New Ulm, Texas. The arrest was carried out by the US Marshals Service Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Fugitive Task Force with assistance from the Austin County Regional Special Response Team and new K9 unit, Knox. Cloud was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Austin County Jail.

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Austin County Considers Gradual Increase in Homestead Exemption Amid Rising Property Values [VIDEO]

Austin County Considers Gradual Increase in Homestead Exemption Amid Rising Property Values [VIDEO]

Jun 14, 2024 |

During a recent Commissioners Court meeting on June 10, 2024, Austin County officials discussed a proposal to gradually adjust the homestead exemption in response to rising property values, which have increased by over 20% in the past year. The focus was on finding a balanced approach to ease the financial burden on homeowners while maintaining fiscal responsibility for the county. Proposed changes include a moderate initial increase to the homestead exemption, with plans for further analysis and detailed proposals expected before the July 1 deadline.

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