The Hays County Sheriff’s Office Civil Service Commission is set to convene for its inaugural meeting this Friday, carving a space for oversight and procedure within the local law enforcement. According to a notice published on the Hays County website, the meeting will occur at 10 am on February 18, 2025, at the Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Building in San Marcos.
On the docket for this first meeting, the Commission will cover a range of foundational items including the election of a Chairman and discussions on the terms of office for each member. The Commission, also plans, to adopt regular meeting times and lay down rules for managing the disciplinary appeals process. Assistant Criminal DA Chase Young is slated to provide insights on the Commission's duties under the Public Information Act and the Open Meetings Act.
Following the open meeting, the Civil Service Commission may enter into an Executive Session. This closed-door segment allows the commission to parse through legal advice on personnel matters or litigation, as outlined by Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. The commission has indicated that they could also seek counsel on any additional items that arise during the agenda.
Conforming to the principles of inclusivity and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Hays County has extended an open invitation to individuals with disabilities interested in attending the meeting. Requests for auxiliary aids like interpreters for the hearing-impaired should be directed to the Director of the Civil Service Commission, Sandra Galvan, through a call to (512) 393-7838 or via email at [email protected]. The county emphasizes its commitment to accommodating all valid requests for assistance, regardless of the notice given.
