Bryan City Cemetery Work Day and Quarterly Cleanups
Looking to make a difference in your community? Join us for the 29th annual Bryan City Cemetery Work Day on Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. In addition to the annual event, quarterly cleanups are scheduled for Bryan City Cemetery and Oakwood Cemetery.
Tiffany Thomas appointed presiding judge of Bryan Municipal Court of Record
The Bryan City Council voted unanimously to appoint Tiffany Thomas as presiding judge of Bryan Municipal Court of Record. She will be sworn in on May 1.
Bonham and Tanglewood Parks to Receive New Play Equipment
Bonham and Tanglewood parks are set to receive new play equipment following the unanimous approval by Bryan City Council on April 9.
Dust off your boots for the Big Barn Dance Music Festival
Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance is coming to town for the first time May 3-4 at Travis Bryan Midtown Park and May 5 in Historic Downtown Bryan.
Join Us April 13 for the Downtown Bryan Street and Art Fair
Experience Destination Bryan’s Downtown Bryan Street and Art Fair on Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., during Texas A&M’s Family Weekend, featuring live music, family-friendly activities, hands-on art demonstrations, shopping, education, and more.
Household Hazardous Waste and Computer Collection Event Set for April 20
Brazos County residents are invited to participate in the Twin Oaks Landfill’s Household Hazardous Waste and Computer Collection event on Saturday, April 20, from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Texas A&M University Services Building.
Embrace Learning to Swim as an Essential Life Skill
Bryan Parks and Recreation is devoted to teaching people to swim correctly, safely, and confidently. We have swim lessons available for ages six months to adults.
Solar Eclipse Viewing Parties Await
Residents and visitors are welcome to join us on April 8 at one of these free eclipse viewing parties. No matter where you observe the eclipse, remember to prioritize safety by using certified solar viewing glasses.
City of Bryan remembers former Bryan Mayor Mark Conlee
The City of Bryan is saddened to report the passing of former Bryan Mayor Mark Conlee. Mr. Conlee passed last night after a lengthy illness.
Julie McGowan
Julie McGowan, a Warrant Technician-Deputy Clerk of the City of Bryan Municipal Court completed all of the requirements for Level III of the Municipal Court Clerk Certification Program and was awarded the title of Certified Municipal Court Clerk on Oct. 4, 2021, by the Texas Court Clerks Association (TCCA) in conjunction with the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center (TMCEC), the Texas Municipal Courts Association (TMCA), and Texas State University—San Marcos.
McGowan’s accomplishments make her one of only 127 Level III Certified Municipal Court Clerks in the state of Texas.
To qualify for the title of Certified Municipal Court Clerk, clerks must complete the requirements for Level I, Level II, and Level III. These requirements include completing 40-hours of continuing education and passing a four-hour exam at each level.
Additionally, to complete Level III, clerks must attend the 24-hour Level III Assessment Clinic and the 12-hour Court Administrator Seminar, complete at least 40-hours of court observations, submit an academic journal of those observations, and complete an additional 28 hours of continuing education.
The Level III exam questions are taken from a set of 14 books, covering the following topics: diversity management, total quality management, facilitation skills, performance appraisals, hiring and supervising procedures, office management, records and caseflow management, budgeting and financial management, cost analysis, court collections, leadership, organizational effectiveness, communication, implementing change, and managing Human Resources.
More information about the clerk certification program is available at http://www.tmcec.com/clerk-certification.
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