Government
BY JOEL VALLEY
Hays appoints rst administrator
master’s degree in public administration from Georgia State University and a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Georgia—most recently served as the chief of sta to the Tarrant County administrator. “We’re thrilled to welcome Ms. Boutté to Hays County,” Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra said in a statement. “Her extensive background in public service and leadership will be a tremendous asset as we continue to modernize operations and ensure accountability to the residents we serve.”
Kandice Boutté joined Hays County in July as its rst county administrator, planning to work with the Hays County Commissioners Court and sta to address infrastructure challenges as the area continues to grow. In Texas, a county administrator oversees the daily operations of the government, including: • Departmental coordination • Policy implementation
• Budget preparation • Long-range planning • Staff supervision Boutté—who holds a
“Everyone has been extremely kind, and it makes me feel like it’s a place where everyone, no matter your background or what you believe, has a place here.” KANDICE BOUTTÉ, HAYS COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
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residents “welcoming and approachable,” is developing a long-term plan that she will share with Community Impact at a later date. “One of the things that I will be working on during my rst few months is coming up with a strategic plan based on the priorities of the [commissioners court],” Boutté said. “I’m very much looking forward to that project.”
Boutté began her role on July 7. “I’m honored to serve as Hays County’s rst county administrator,” she said in a statement. “With the county experiencing rapid growth, it’s clear we’re entering a pivotal moment. I look forward to working alongside the commissioners court, county sta and our residents to build the infrastructure needed for long- term success.” Boutté, who called Hays County
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