At Monday’s meeting of the Brown County Commissioners Court, approval was given to Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Proclamation was adopted. Last year across Texas there were over 5o,000 cases of child abuse or neglect, and 187 cases occurred in Brown County. A copy of the Proclamation is shown below.
In other business:
*** Commissioners voted to replace two air-conditioning units in the Brown County jail. The new Carrier brand air-conditioners will be purchased from Heart of Texas Mechanical Contracting at a total cost of $52,421.
*** Commissioners voted to purchase a new dump trailer for Precinct 3. The 2026 Lamar sixteen-foot trailer will be purchased from Early Trailer Sales at a cost of $17,470.
*** Commissioners opened and approved the following bids: Asphalt Emulsion, P Squared Emulsions LLC; Bulk Hauling, Diamond P Aggregated Ltd; Paving, Martin Earthwork LLC; and Road Materials, Vulcan Construction Materials LLC.
*** County-wide burn ban, remain OFF for now.
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH PROCLAMATION
(Adapted from Governor Abbott’s Release)
Children thrive in safe, stable, nurturing families, within their own Texas communities. While it is critical to build a system that supports families when they are in a crisis, intentionally supporting families before they are in a crisis is essential to preventing the abuse and maltreatment of Texas children. Through establishing partnerships with families that capitalize on the collective strengths of parents and their children we can build strong, healthy families and resilient communities where children can thrive.
Sadly, child maltreatment is still a significant public health issue.
Confirmed victims of abuse/neglect in Brown County – 187; Region 2 – 2,520; Texas – 51,985.
Child fatalities for 2025 Brown County – 0; Region 2 – 2; State – 125.
Communities that lack accessible support and resources can experience increased risk factors that lead to child abuse and neglect. Despite the complex factors that can lead to child maltreatment, it can be prevented.
Each year, the month of April is dedicated to recognizing the critical work being done across our great state to support families before a crisis occurs and offer them accessible lifelines that mitigate the challenges they face. Child abuse prevention occurs every day through the diligent work and tireless advocacy undertaken by Texas families, friends, neighbors, houses of faith, advocacy groups, nonprofit organizations, schools, health-care providers, social workers, and government agencies to support children and families in every community across the Lone Star State.
Child abuse prevention cannot be tasked to one community, agency, or system. Behind many families that succeeded is a strong community that provided a way for the family to become self-sufficient, stable, and thrive. All Texans must work together to strengthen our communities and build localized supports that are accessible, contribute to the well-being of the entire community, and keep children and families safe and together. I encourage all Texans to learn more about the many aspects of our communities working hard to create positive, healthy environments for the future leaders of our great state and nation. Together, we can create a brighter future for children, families, and communities in Texas and ensure tomorrow’s leaders have the support they need to thrive and reach their potential.
Therefore, the Commissioners Court of Brown County hereby proclaim April 2026 to be Child Abuse Prevention Month, and urge the appropriate recognition whereof.
