Over their four-year term, a county judge is responsible for:Maintaining and having custody of county propertyOverseeing public roads and bridges outside city limitsAdministering county ordinances Presiding over the Quorum Court, where the judge has veto power but not a voteAuthorizing county spending or paying of billsAccepting grants from outside entitiesHiring county employees that don't work for another county officialHearing property tax appeals (this is where that judge title comes in)Meeting with local mayors at least once a year for intergovernmental meetingsIn some counties, judges have assisted with burial costs for indigent people or have created community service programs.https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/ced-blog/posts/2022/april/what-is-a-county-judge.aspx
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Carroll County Judge
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Under Arkansas law, the County Judge is the chief executive of county government—not a judicial position. The role is about managing day-to-day operations and making sure county government works as it should.
The County Judge oversees county departments, manages the budget approved by the Quorum Court, authorizes contracts and spending, maintains county roads, and protects county property. The Judge also leads Quorum Court meetings, works with state and local partners, and plays a key role during emergencies.
Simply put, the County Judge’s job is to run county government efficiently, legally, and responsibly—and to treat taxpayers and citizens with respect while doing it.
I have 28 years of county government experience, working across departments including elections, law enforcement support, legal services, health and human services, parks, solid waste, and general services. This broad background gives me a clear understanding of how county government operates.
For nine years, I worked in contract and purchasing services, improving procedures, training staff, and helping ensure taxpayer dollars were used responsibly. I held a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification until retiring; and am a Leadership Auburn graduate, with experience that directly supports the duties of County Judge.
The first thing I will do is review county assets, equipment, and operations to ensure taxpayer resources are being used responsibly. Effective leadership begins with knowing what the county owns, how it is managed, and where improvements are needed.
I will meet with department leaders to identify strengths and shortcomings, with a focus on improving road operations and long-term planning. This fact-based approach supports fiscal responsibility, accountability, and efficient government—before spending more or expanding programs.
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