Friday, November 20, 2009

Vera Foreman Announces For Re-Election as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4


Judge Vera Foreman announces her campaign for re-election as Justice of the Peace, Cherokee County Precinct 4. Judge Foreman, 52, is a longtime resident of Cherokee County and attended Jacksonville schools. She began her public service as the court clerk for the late Judge Polly Kite. In consideration of Judge Foreman’s education and legal training received as court clerk, and her demonstrated abilities and dedication to her duties and responsibilities, the Commissioners Court of Cherokee County unanimously votes to appoint her to complete the unexpired term of Judge Kite upon her death after an extended illness. At the conclusion of that term, the voters of Cherokee County expressed their confidence in Judge Foreman by electing her to a full term as Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4. In addition to her duties as J.P., Judge Foreman was also recently honored to be appointed as the municipal judge for the City of New Summerfield, upon the retirement of Judge Bobby Caveness.

Judge Foreman brings excellent qualifications and extensive experience to her position. “Having served as court clerk, both Judge Kite and Judge Caveness introduced me to the duties and responsibilities of the Court and to the day to day business of maintaining a court’s busy schedule” Judge Foreman said. “With the experience that I have gained over the last three years as your Justice of the Peace as well as my continuing legal training as judge uniquely qualifies me to be Justice of the Peace. When elected, I promised that everyone who appears before my court will be met with professional behavior, honesty, understanding and fairness. I have devoted full time to the position and will continue to be available to those whom I serve. I thank you in advance for your continued support and consideration.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Patsy Lassiter Announces for County Treasurer--2010

I would like to take this opportunity to announce my bid for re-election in the March 2, 2010 Democratic Primary election. I have served for 2 terms as County Treasurer.

During my time as County Treasurer I have served on the County Treasurer’s Association (CTAT) Education Committee for 5 years. The education committee is responsible for program format and content of seminars required by State law to maintain continuing education credits for County Treasurers. CTAT also provides legislative updates and is a general support system for County Treasurer’s across the State of Texas.

In 2003 I earned a County Investment Officer Certification in compliance with Section 2256.008 of the Texas Public Funds Investment Act which qualifies me to oversee the investment of public funds. A County Official who is certified under standards adopted by the Texas Association of Counties demonstrates to the public a commitment to ensure the safety of County funds and earn the maximum interest allowed through prudent and legal investing of the County funds.

I have maintained the 20 hours of Treasurer’s continuing education and 10 hours of Public Funds Investments Act and 20 hours of County Investment Officer training that is required per year.

I feel that I have accomplished a great deal in the 7 years that I have been in office.
I have worked with the Commissioner’s Court to get the best Health Plan for employees and to keep costs as low as possible for the County.
Direct deposit has been implemented to better serve the employee’s and reduce the County’s costs.

The Treasurer’s office worked with Commissioner’s Court to revise our Policy and Procedure Manual, which was approved by Commissioner’s Court September 2009.

It has been very fulfilling to serve the citizens of Cherokee County as its Treasurer and I look forward to the next 4 years.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

First Republican Challenger to Hopson says he'll announce next week

Michael Banks, Jacksonville dentist, states he will run for the Republican nomination for District 11 State Representative slot currently held by Rep. Chuck Hopson in the spring. Rumor has it that one or two other candidates may also announce for the primary. Check out the Burnt Orange Report: www.burntorangereport.com

Sunday, November 8, 2009

PRESS RELEASE from JOANNA REAGAN

JOANNA REAGAN: HOPSON SHOULD GIVE BACK EVERY DEMOCRATIC DOLLAR

Below is a statement from Texas Democratic Women President-Elect Joanna Reagan of Cherokee County, TX regarding the need for Rep. Chuck Hopson to return campaign funds he’s raised as a Democrat from Democrats and questioning his word to his rural constituents:
“As an official of the Texas Democratic Women and Cherokee County neighbor, I call on Chuck Hopson to return every dollar he has raised from his former fellow Democrats, who believed and trusted in him.
“It’s bad enough that Chuck Hopson gave us his word he wouldn’t switch parties, but it’s even worse that just two weeks ago he took our money at a fundraiser and didn’t bat an eye.
“If he won’t keep his word to us, what about the children in our schools, our senior citizens, our private property rights, the Neches River, the East Texas Railroad – all causes and values he has also claimed in the past. Will he be as quick to throw those over and if he claims no, can we believe him?”
We deserve an elected official we can trust – and no matter what party Chuck Hopson belongs to, it’s clear his word isn’t worth a dime.”

Chuck Hopson Jumps to Republican Party

"President Obama and the Democrats in Congress just don't reflect the values of this district,"
Hopson says. (The Texas Tribune)
Hopson said,"My personal values seem to line up a little more with the Republican Party's than the Democrats right now, when we talk about family values, guns and God and land."(Tyler Morning Telegraph.)
Cathie Adams, the new chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, said, "I think it's very exciting. We will take people to our winning team and encourage them." She didn't immediately know of plans to help Hopson get a "safe" primary without major opponents, but others in the party are already working on that. (The Texas Tribune)
Check out what the TFN Insider says about Cathie Adams. http://tfninsider.org/2009/10/27/bigotry-and-cathie-adams/
From the Quorum Report:
They report that Chuck Hopson's new high-risk decision may bring a primary challenge.
"Local dentist and former Jacksonville school board member says he will decide on possible GOP primary challenge next week."
While the Republican Party of Texas embraced the switch, it is suggested that not all on the right were so happy.
Check out the Burnt Orange Blog and other newspaper accounts for more information.

November Meeting of the Democrats -- November 19

Cherokee County Democrats will sponsor a potluck supper in the Fellowship Hall of Shady Grove Church of Christ in Rusk at 6:30 p.m. The word “delicious” doesn’t even begin to describe the supper.



We have so much to be thankful for – bring your family and all of your friends!!! Everyone is welcome! There will be no meeting of the Cherokee County Democratic Club in December.

Directions: Hwy 69 to Rusk, turn east on Hwy. 84, toward Reklaw. Drive approximately 7 ½ miles and turn right on Farm Road 2962. Shady Grove is about half a mile down FM 2962 on the left in the trees.