TX-23 resident brief · Border
NEWS — Commissioners Court Roundup: County opposes western border barrier, reviews tax rate and budget
· Reported by 830 Times (Del Rio)
Bottom line
Val Verde County Commissioners Court unanimously voted to oppose a federal border barrier west of Lake Amistad, citing risks to ranches and the environment. The court also held a public hearing on the proposed county tax rate and budget.
Why it matters in TX-23
This decision directly impacts legacy ranch owners, archaeologists, and residents in western Val Verde County regarding federal land use. Community members can attend upcoming suicide prevention education sessions on Sept. 1 and 3, or the Shine A Light walk on Sept. 19.
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