County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth News - September 2022

Style Magazine Newswire | 9/15/2022, 9:32 a.m.
Hello Harris County! Fall is just around the corner and we are all looking forward to the rest of the …
Teneshia Hudspeth

MESSAGE FROM THE COUNTY CLERK

Hello Harris County! Fall is just around the corner and we are all looking forward to the rest of the year which is panning out to be very busy. In case you missed it, the Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) was recognized at Commissioners Court on August 23rd with a Resolution from Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis for our award winning Back-to-School Birth Certificate events. Our office opened on two consecutive Saturdays to help families obtain their children’s birth certificates for back-to-school registration. This recognition inspires us to continue to strive for excellence.

HCCO leadership recently attended the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Legislative Conference in Austin, and virtually. The conference was essential to prepare for the 88th Legislature, which convenes in January. It also offered important information about issues in county government, including behavioral health and courts, grant funds for counties, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and more. Other conferences attended include the Fifth Annual County and District Clerks’ Association of Texas (CDCAT) Fall Conference in College Station and the Property Records Industry Association (PRIA) 2022 Annual Conference in Fort Lauderdale.

This month celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and the Independence Days of several Latin-American countries. According to the Census Bureau, of the 332 million people in the U.S., more than 62 million are of Hispanic origin. I truly hope we all get a chance to celebrate with family, friends, and neighbors. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

Sincerely,

Teneshia Hudspeth

NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH

National Preparedness Month (NPM) is recognized each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies of all kinds.

A disaster can occur at any time, so it is important to know what to do to stay safe. Click on each of following three links to help you prepare for any type of emergency:

Have a plan

Create an emergency kit

Be informed

The better prepared you are the quicker you and your community will recover. Remember that homeowner’s insurance policies do not cover flooding. For more information about what is covered and or to find a policy visit www.FloodSmart.gov.

To sign up for local emergency alerts go to www.readyharris.org and click here for more information about NPM.

NOVEMBER ELECTIONS

Texans will cast their ballots to elect state and local leaders in the upcoming November 8 midterm elections. The deadline to register to vote is October 11. The last day to apply to vote by mail is October 28. Early voting runs from October 24 to November 4.

Remember that voting is a fundamental right afforded to all qualified U.S. citizens - YOUR VOTE MATTERS!

Click here to check your voter registration or go to www.harrisvotes.com for more information about the voting process.

COUNTY CLERK IN THE COMMUNITY

Administrator of Records Adrian Davis, Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, Chief Deputy Michael Winn and Director of Security Mark Combs at the CDCAT Fall Conference in College Station

Administrator of Records Adrian Davis, Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, Chief Deputy Michael Winn and Director of Security Mark Combs at the CDCAT Fall Conference in College Station

IT Director Mark Martinez and Chief Deputy of Courts Shane Holman at the Tyler Technologies Courts & Justice Executive Forum in Orange County, CA.

IT Director Mark Martinez and Chief Deputy of Courts Shane Holman at the Tyler Technologies Courts & Justice Executive Forum in Orange County, CA.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth and Alan Steinberg, President and CEO of the West Houston Association at the 2022 Public & Elected Officials Reception at the Hyatt Regency Houston West.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth and Alan Steinberg, President and CEO of the West Houston Association at the 2022 Public & Elected Officials Reception at the Hyatt Regency Houston West.

Texas County and District Clerks at the TAC legislation discussion in Austin. Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth is on top row, left side.

Texas County and District Clerks at the TAC legislation discussion in Austin. Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth is on top row, left side.

Chief Deputy Michael Winn, Bexar Co. Chief Deputy Racquel Montalvo, Bexar Co. Clerk Lucy Adame-Clark, Broward Co. Clerk Brenda Forman, Cook Co. Clerk Karen Yarbrough, and Dallas Co. Clerk John Warren visit the Broward County Clerk’s Office during the PRIA Conference.

Chief Deputy Michael Winn, Bexar Co. Chief Deputy Racquel Montalvo, Bexar Co. Clerk Lucy Adame-Clark, Broward Co. Clerk Brenda Forman, Cook Co. Clerk Karen Yarbrough, and Dallas Co. Clerk John Warren visit the Broward County Clerk’s Office during the PRIA Conference.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth at the Houston Association of Realtors Elected Officials Reception.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth at the Houston Association of Realtors Elected Officials Reception.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth and Chief Deputy Michael Winn, with District Clerk Marilyn Burgess and staff at the 2022 Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Legislative Conference in Austin.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth and Chief Deputy Michael Winn, with District Clerk Marilyn Burgess and staff at the 2022 Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Legislative Conference in Austin.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, elected officials, and community leaders at the India House celebration of India’s Independence.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, elected officials, and community leaders at the India House celebration of India’s Independence.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth presented a certificate to the Gujarati Samaj of Houston celebrating India’s 75th Independence Day.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth presented a certificate to the Gujarati Samaj of Houston celebrating India’s 75th Independence Day.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth was a guest speaker at the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce meeting in The Woodlands. (L to R: Bery Crispin, A Sacred Choice Funeral Home, Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, Suzan Deison, CEO of GHWCC, Sara Forlano, Montgomery Co. Clerk’s Office)

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth was a guest speaker at the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce meeting in The Woodlands. (L to R: Bery Crispin, A Sacred Choice Funeral Home, Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, Suzan Deison, CEO of GHWCC, Sara Forlano, Montgomery Co. Clerk’s Office)

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Rafael Palafox at NALEO retirement reception. (L to R: HCCO Sr. Advisor of Government Affairs Hector De Leon, Rafael Palafox, Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, Arturo Vargas, CEO of NALEO Educational Fund)

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Rafael Palafox at NALEO retirement reception. (L to R: HCCO Sr. Advisor of Government Affairs Hector De Leon, Rafael Palafox, Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, Arturo Vargas, CEO of NALEO Educational Fund)

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth with State Senator John Whitmire, GHWCC President Suzan Deison, and State Rep. Jim Murphy at the GHWCC Central Houston/Energy Corridor & Bay Area Chapters Legislator Luncheon.

Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth with State Senator John Whitmire, GHWCC President Suzan Deison, and State Rep. Jim Murphy at the GHWCC Central Houston/Energy Corridor & Bay Area Chapters Legislator Luncheon.

HCCO CUSTOMER SERVICE ROCK STARS

Each month, HCCO highlights employees commended for their excellent customer service. We love to hear from you and appreciate your feedback! Let us know about your experience at countyclerk@cco.hctx.net.

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