A link to the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 Kaufman County Budget is provided below. This working document will continue to be reviewed until adopted on August 24, 2021 by the Commissioners’ Court. The Court will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on the proposed budget during the regular Commissioners’ Court meeting on Tuesday, August 24 @ 9 …

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A decades-long misinterpretation of the southern boundary of Kaufman County bordering Henderson County was clarified this month in correspondence from the State of Texas, General Land Office (GLO). After more than two years of Kaufman County’s historical research, document review and consultations with the office of the Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office, the …

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Ever wonder how a County Budget is put together? The Texas Association of Counties (TAC) has produced a video that, in general, explains the process of building a County budget. Although this video is not specific to Kaufman County, it outlines budget preparation, step-by-step for a better understanding. The Fiscal Year 2021-22 Kaufman County Budget …

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Kaufman County Fire Marshal Randy Richards joins Forney Fire Chief Derek Briggs and Forney Fire Marshal John Holcomb in this public service announcement addressing outdoor burning safety and regulations in unincorporated areas. Click here to watch the video.

After more than 40 days of renovation, the Kaufman County Library has reopened! The Library closed on May 12 to have some notable renovations made including new paint, flooring, and an upgraded technology system in the community room. Library Director Yasma Holland said while there are a few finishing touches to be made, the Library …

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