Smith County Commissioners Court
Press Releases
Commissioner Drewry’s Statement on 391 Commission Vote Failure
Office of County Commissioner Precinct 1Christina DrewryJune 2, 2026Today, Commissioner J. Scott Herod and I voted YES to form a narrowed Chapter 391 Sub-Regional Planning Commission with Van Zandt County focused on energy infrastructure and safety. Judge Franklin and...
Commissioner Drewry’s Statement on the Budget
Office of County Commissioner Precinct 1Christina DrewrySeptember 9, 2025I can’t support this $159 million budget. It’s got to deliver what our taxpayers expect: things like smooth roads, deputies showing up in minutes, their buildings clean and in good shape, and a...
Standing for Transparency in Smith County
Press Release There is a power play happening behind closed doors.Pulling Back the CurtainIn 2024, voters across the nation, including a resounding majority in Smith County, elected President Trump because he stood firm on transparency and accountability—principles...