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By Natalie Frels July 14, 2025
To read the stamped notice, click here . This Notice is posted according to the Texas Open Meetings Act. (VERNONS TEXAS CODES ANN. GOV. CODE CH.551). The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Civil Service Commission will hold a meeting at 10 am on the 16 th day of July 2025 , in the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Building, 1 st floor, Media Room located at 810 South Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos, Texas 78666. An Open Meeting will be held concerning the following subjects: 1. Call the meeting to order 2. Roll Call 3. Public Comments, if any 4. Approval of June 26, 2025, minutes 5. Discussion and possible action of the Promotional appeals and exam process (Williams) 6. Discussion and possible action regarding the proposed parliamentary procedures process for adding an agenda item. (Keller) 7. Adjournment Executive Sessions The Civil Service Commission will announce that it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. The Civil Service Commission may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. ADA Compliance Hays County encourages compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the conduct of all public meetings. To that end, persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids such as an interpreter for a person who is hearing impaired are requested to contact the Director of the Civil Service Commission at (512) 393-7838 or via e-mail at Sandra.Galvan@hayscountytx.gov as soon as the meeting is posted (72 hours before the meeting) or as soon as practical so that appropriate arrangements can be made. While it would be helpful to receive as much advance notice as possible, Hays County will make every reasonable effort to accommodate any valid request regardless of when it is received. Braille is not available. POSTED: Date: _____________ Time: _____________ By: _____________
By Natalie Frels June 20, 2025
To view the original notice, click here . NOTICE OF MEETING Hays County Sheriff’s Office Civil Service Commission This Notice is posted according to the Texas Open Meetings Act. (VERNONS TEXAS CODES ANN. GOV. CODE CH.551). The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Civil Service Commission will hold a meeting at 10 am on the 26 th day of June 2025 , in the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Building, 1 st floor, Media Room, located at 810 South Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos, Texas 78666. An Open Meeting will be held concerning the following subjects: 1. Call the meeting to order 2. Roll Call 3. Public Comments, if any 4. Approval of April 17, 2025, minutes 5. Introduction Presentation by Ryan Henry from the Law Offices of Ryan Henry, PLLC, and Civil Service Rules Policy/Discussion. (Keller) 6. Discussion and adoption of regular times for monthly meetings moving forward (Keller) 7. Discussion and possible action regarding who may sponsor an agenda item (Keller) 8. Discussion and possible action to schedule a special commission meeting to address promotional exam appeals and discuss creating a policy for the promotion appeals process. ( Williams) 9. Adjournment Executive Sessions The Civil Service Commission will announce that it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. The Civil Service Commission may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. ADA Compliance Hays County encourages compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the conduct of all public meetings. To that end, persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids such as an interpreter for a person who is hearing impaired are requested to contact the Director of the Civil Service Commission at (512) 393-7838 or via e-mail at Sandra.Galvan@hayscountytx.gov as soon as the meeting is posted (72 hours before the meeting) or as soon as practical so that appropriate arrangements can be made. While it would be helpful to receive as much advance notice as possible, Hays County will make every reasonable effort to accommodate any valid request, regardless of when it is received. Braille is not available. POSTED: Date: _____________ Time: _____________ By: _____________
By Natalie Frels April 11, 2025
Click here for the original notice. This Notice is posted according to the Texas Open Meetings Act. (VERNONS TEXAS CODES ANN. GOV. CODE CH.551). The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Civil Service Commission will hold a meeting at 10 am on the 17 th day of April 2025 , in the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Building, 1 st floor, Media Room located at 810 South Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos, Texas 78666. An Open Meeting will be held concerning the following subjects: 1. Call the meeting to order 2. Roll Call 3. Public Comments, if any 4. Approval of March 20, 2025, minutes 5. Discussion and possible action to appoint a member of the Civil Service Commission to the Board of Examiners (Kresta) 6. Discussion and possible action to approve the selection of Donnoe and Associates for promotional exam and assessment services. (Kresta) 7. Discussion and possible action to appoint an e-mail address and physical address for Public Information Requests to be received. (Kresta) 8. Adjournment Executive Sessions The Civil Service Commission will announce that it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel to discuss matters of litigation and personnel matters as specifically listed on this agenda. The Civil Service Commission may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. ADA Compliance Hays County encourages compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the conduct of all public meetings. To that end, persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids such as an interpreter for a person who is hearing impaired are requested to contact the Director of the Civil Service Commission at (512) 393-7838 or via e-mail at Sandra.Galvan@hayscountytx.gov as soon as the meeting is posted (72 hours before the meeting) or as soon as practical so that appropriate arrangements can be made. While it would be helpful to receive as much advance notice as possible, Hays County will make every reasonable effort to accommodate any valid request regardless of when it is received. Braille is not available.
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By Natalie Frels July 18, 2025
SAN MARCOS, Texas — The Hays County Office of Emergency Services will conduct a coordinated test of both the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m. CST across the entire county. This test is part of our ongoing commitment to ensure that public warning systems are fully operational and capable of quickly delivering critical information to the public in the event of an emergency. About the Alert Systems: · The Emergency Alert System (EAS) is a national public warning tool that allows federal, state, and local authorities to interrupt radio, television, and cable broadcasts with important emergency information. · The Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system allows authorized agencies to send short emergency messages directly to cell phones in targeted geographic areas. These alerts appear on devices similar to a text message, accompanied by a distinct tone and vibration.  What to Expect During the Test: · At approximately 3:30 p.m. CST, a test message will be broadcast via radio, television and cable outlets through the EAS. · Simultaneously, a WEA test message will be sent to compatible mobile phones in the County. · The messages will clearly state that they are part of a test, and no action is required from the public. “Emergency alerts save lives. By testing both WEA and EAS together, we ensure that our alerting systems are reliable, effective and ready for use when the public needs them most,” said Mike Jones, Director of Hays County Office of Emergency Services. These tests are essential for verifying that both systems function properly across different platforms and networks, and that the public is aware of what an official alert will look and sound like. The public should use this time to review their emergency plans. Media outlets are encouraged to help inform the public in advance of the test to avoid confusion. We appreciate the community’s support and understanding as we work to enhance our emergency communication capabilities. For more information about this test or alert system, please visit www.haysinformed.com/eas.
By Natalie Frels July 11, 2025
SAN MARCOS, Texas — The Hays County Health Department (HCHD) will host its 3rd Annual Back-To-School Fair on Aug. 2, 2025, at the Election Center, located at 120 Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos. The event will offer free resources, activities and food for the community. The fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will offer vaccinations, backpacks filled with school supplies, food, paletas, haircuts, booster seats, games and activities. Various community organizations will provide games and resources at their tables. Hays County Pct. 2 Commissioner Dr. Michelle Cohen will be handing out ice cream. Hot dogs and chips offered by the San Marcos Police Department will also be available to fair visitors. The annual fair is held to promote immunizations for the upcoming school year and to create community resiliency. "This fair is an amazing opportunity for local government and organizations to come together to offer members of our community resources, whether that is vaccines, backpacks, diapers, vision or hearing screenings, or other resources and services that they otherwise may not have received,” said Matthew Gonzales, Director of the Health Department. The fair has seen significant growth in attendance, resources, and services offered over the last two years. “Each year, this fair has grown to provide more education and more resources. It’s a testament to the trust built and work done between the department and our partners and residents,” Gonzales added. Free vaccinations will be available for children under Medicaid, underinsured, uninsured, who are American Indian or Native Alaskan and enrolled in Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) requirements. Parents or legal guardians must accompany the child and bring the vaccination records of the person getting vaccinated. Providing vaccination opportunities ahead of the school year helps our communities by freeing up valuable appointment times at our family clinics, urgent and emergency care rooms during the back-to-school rush.  “If you are unable to attend the fair, we offer a mobile clinic that serves underserved areas. You can track the mobile clinic’s schedule on our website (https://www.hayscountytx.gov/vaccinations),” said Kate Esqueda, Community Outreach Specialist. “We also provide vaccination services during regular clinic hours.” The health department clinic is open Tuesday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. On the first Monday of the month, the clinic operates from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. While walk-ins are welcome, appointments are preferred. To schedule an appointment, call the Health Department at 512-393-5520. For more information on the Back-To-School Fair and future events, visit the Hays County Health Department’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/HaysCountyLocalHealthDepartment/ or contact Community Outreach Specialist Kate Esqueda at Kate.Esqueda@hayscountytx.gov.
July 7, 2025
Fair to feature demos, entertainment, vendors, Top Dog Chili Cook-Off KYLE, Texas — The Hays County Office of Emergency Services (OES), in partnership with the City of Kyle, invites the public to the 8th Annual Emergency Preparedness Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at La Verde Park, 3901 Burnham in Kyle. “We are proud to sponsor and participate in this unique event that offers citizens the opportunity to learn more about preparing for disasters, while raising money for our first responders,” said City of Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell. This free, family-friendly event brings together emergency responders, community organizations, and vendors to help residents prepare for natural or man-made disasters. The fair offers hands-on training, safety demonstrations, preparedness resources, live music, food, raffles, Top Dawg Chili Cook-Off and more. “This event is about more than preparation; it’s about connection,” said Mike Jones, Hays County Office of Emergency Services director. “The goal is to communicate the preparedness message to all residents to better protect life and property in impending and unexpected disasters, natural or manmade — an all-hazards approach.” Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive and hands-on safety demonstrations, including Stop the Bleed, Take 10 CPR, Fire Extinguisher Training (P.A.S.S.), recognizing heat stroke and exhaustion and how to build a personalized emergency go-kit. Emergency vehicles and equipment will be on display throughout the day, allowing guests to explore fire engines and rescue units while interacting directly with local first responders. “This is an event to come out and meet the men and women who provide selfless service and are committed to the protection of life and property of our county,” Jones said. The event will also feature a wide variety of preparedness partners, including the Kyle Police Department, San Marcos-Hays County EMS, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and more. Live music will play throughout the day, starting with local high school bands in the morning and followed by performances by Two Tons of Steel and the Cody Sparks Band in the afternoon. The 3rd Annual Top Dawg Chili Cook-Off is open to the public. For a $20 donation wristband, attendees can sample chili from competing teams and vote for their favorite. Proceeds benefit the Hays County Fire Chiefs Association, which helps fund firefighter training and replace equipment lost during wildfire responses.  “Come taste some great chili and help fund critical tools and training for our fire departments,” said Jones. “This year’s Preparedness Fair is bigger, better and built for our whole community.” For more information, visit www.haysinformed.com/preparednessfair or check out the event on Facebook at www.facebook.com/events/1897996784322833.
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