Boards and Committees

Commissioner Covey is honored to serve on a number of board and committees throughout our community.

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter

Board Member

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is a collaborative effort between Williamson County and the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, Hutto, and Leander. The shelter objectives are to increase pet adoptions and lost pet reclaims; emphasize humane care for lost, unwanted or displaced pets; assist animal control public safety efforts by providing a secure area for dangerous animals and a safe haven for strays; and reduce the costs to each participating entity through a shared regional facility.

Visit WCRAS website

Williamson County Conservation Foundation

Board President

The Williamson County Conservation Foundation (WCCF) was established in December 2002 as a pro-active measure to comply with the Endangered Species Act while helping to further responsible development in Williamson County.

All parts of Williamson County have experienced rapid growth in the past decade. This growth has necessitated a regional approach to balancing the needs for development with the needs for conservation.

Visit the WCCF website

Williamson County Behavioral Health Task Force

Committee Member

The Mental Health Task Force focuses on countywide mental health policy and systems changes for all age groups and includes a Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee. 

Visit the Behavioral Health Task Force website

Williamson County Audit Committee

Committee Member

In order to promote greater community involvement and transparency, Commissioner Covey serves on this committee with a volunteer panel of Williamson County citizens.

Williamson County Investment Committee

Committee Member

Commissioner Covey serves on this committee along with the County Judge, County Treasurer, County Tax Assessor/Collector and the County Auditor to analyze reports on the county investments.

National Habitat Conservation Plan Coalition

President

The NHCPC works to increase the understanding of HCPs and their value, which includes effective species conservation and the streamlining of the permitting process.

Visit the National HCP Coalition website

Texas Indigent Defense Commission

Member Appointed by Governor

TIDC safeguards liberty by ensuring that Texas and its 254 counties provide the right to counsel guaranteed by the United States and Texas Constitutions.