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Burleson
County
100 West Buck
Caldwell
,
Texas
77836
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COUNTY GOVERNMENT
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Burleson County's Mission
Burleson County is dedicated to providing services to the public in an efficient, responsible and professional manner. Services will be delivered in a caring, humane environment.
Burleson County is dedicated to providing a work environment where we respect the dignity, and recognize the merit of each individual employee.
Burleson County is committed to a policy of open government.
Mike Sutherland
Burleson County Judge
BEST VALUES IN RURAL TEXAS
Offering the best of rural living within minutes of all the big city amenities, BurlesonCounty is the best kept secret in Central Texas!
Jogging, walking, or biking across the open-air roads is a rare treat in most urban environments. These luxuries are the pride of BurlesonCounty’s rural charm. With rolling pasture lands and sweeping meadows, you can experience the true enjoyment of leisure living.
For water enthusiasts, beautiful Lake Somerville, offering 11,630 acres of water recreation. Fishing, water skiing, sail boating, picnicking, and swimming are only minutes away.
CAMPING IN TEXAS
Bird watching, water sports, fishing, riding horses, mountain biking or hiking along the trails, Lake Somerville has something for all people. There are tons of nearby attractions. RV camping, tent camping, or motels are all available. Click on the Burleson County Chamber link for more information.
Come Visit Lake Somerville
Lake Somerville is one of the most beautiful lakes in south-central Texas, brimming with bass, whites, catfish & crappie. Bring your ski boats, bass boats and sail boats or rent pontoon boats, party boats, jet skis from the marinas. They have marine gas, drinks, snacks and supplies.
You will find many businesses on and close to the lake to supply everything you need for a great time on Lake Somerville.
Camp at one of the US Army Corp of Engineer Parks or at privately run campsites and RV Parks or at one of the Texas Parks and WildlifeParks. Not in the mood to rough it? You can choose to stay at one of several cabins or motels. Contact the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce "The Official Lake Somerville Information Source" at www.burlesoncountytx.com
(click on link for info.)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TAX INCREASE
The first public hearing will be held on August 28, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. at Burleson County Courthouse County Courtroom.
The second public hearing will be held on September 8, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. at Burleson County Courthouse County Courtroom.
The members of the governing body voted on the proposal to consider the tax increase as follows:
FOR: Frank Kristof
Vincent Svec
David Hildebrand
John Landolt
AGAINST:
PRESENT:
Not voting
ABSENT:
The average taxable value of a residence homestead in County of Burleson last year was $48,030. Based on last year’s tax rate of $0.55800 per $100 of taxable value, the amount of taxes imposed last year on the average home was $268.01.
The average taxable value of a residence homestead in County of Burleson this year is $50,475. If the governing body adopts the effective tax rate for this year of $0.53102 per $100 of taxable value, the amount of taxes imposed this year on the average home would be $268.03.
If the governing body adopts the proposed tax rate of $0.55800 per $100 of taxable value, the amount of taxes imposed this year on the average home would be $281.65.
Members of the public are encouraged to attend the hearings and express their views.
2007 Audit Report
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