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Terry is originally from North Carolina. She earned her bachelor's degree in biochemistry from East Carolina University and her master's degree in biomedical engineering from Duke University. Terry lives with her husband in Round Rock. She volunteers as a deputy voter registrar for Williamson County.

Terry previously owned Staging Designs for Now, a home staging company. Before that, she worked at Auto-trol Technology as a project manager, analyst, and technical marketer.

Terry Cook currently serves as County Commissioner for the Williamson County Commission representing District 1 in Texas. She was elected in 2016 and is serving her second term.

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Believes political donations should not be tax exempt.

Believes in regulating commerce to protect people from corporate corruption and greed.

- Believes political donations should not be tax exempt.
- Believes in regulating commerce to protect people from corporate corruption and greed.

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Supports developing workforce housing apartment complexes that utilize federal funds to create affordable rental properties.

Supports utilizing federal funds to develop affordable housing.

- Supports utilizing federal funds to develop affordable housing.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports increased funding for public education in Texas.

Opposes using public funds for private school vouchers.

- Supports increased funding for public education in Texas.
- Opposes using public funds for private school vouchers.

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Terry Cook

Ballotpedia: Terry Cook

Terry is originally from North Carolina. She earned her bachelo'rs degree in biochemistry from East Carolina University and her master's degree in biomedical engineering from Duke University. Terry lives with her husband in Round Rock. She volunteers as a deputy voter registrar for Williamson County.

Terry Cook has served as County Commissioner since 2016. She is serving her 2nd term.

Supports creating a county budget and contracting for services.

Believes the Williamson County Commissioners Court significantly impacts the local economy by awarding contracts for county services and needs.

Believes a strong economy is essential for businesses and families.

Believes water management is essential for public and environmental protection. Opposes exploiting the water table in Williamson County due to risks for well-dependent families and businesses.

Believes the county could lead in supporting Texas families by partnering county leadership with the private sector.

Believes rising evaluations lead to increasing tax bills.

Supports advocating for increased public education funding at least at 50% of actual costs per student, adjusted for inflation. Opposes diverting public funds to private school vouchers.

Believes in a "clean and sustainable environment with protections to sustain it for future generations."

Believes citizens should not have to shoulder economic burdens through increasing property taxes.

Believes that "good roads, bridges, railway systems, public airways and airports, and ports are critical for personal movement and commerce."

Supports using bond programs to fund local transportation projects.

Supports regional transportation planning and improvements in Williamson County.

Believes in developing "a sound infrastructure for travel and trade."

Believes clean and available water is essential for residents, recreation, and industry, and supports exploring diverse water sources to meet the needs of a rapidly growing county.

Believes public safety is a county responsibility and emphasizes the importance of this duty for the future.

Believes in a "fair justice system" to ensure safety for all citizens.

Believes a comprehensive protection framework extends beyond borders to include safety from invasions and crime.

Supports specialty courts and programs like the Transformative Justice Program and Family Reunification Court to improve decision-making, clear records, and strengthen family relationships.

Believes in "appropriate oversight for commerce" to ensure public safety.

Believes rising land costs are a significant challenge for housing development.

Supports innovative programs that partner county leadership with the private sector to address homelessness, particularly among aging foster youth and recently incarcerated individuals.

Supports quality public education systems for all.

Supports local education and workforce development through institutions like Texas State Technical College and Austin Community College.

Believes in inspiring people to participate in civic processes.

Believes in encouraging public involvement and sharing knowledge through monthly newspaper op eds, electronic newsletters, and speaking at community meetings.

Believes in the importance of civic involvement.

As a volunteer deputy registrar since 2012, has registered voters from all over Williamson County.

As events chair for the Williamson County Democratic Party, increased participation in community events and fairs to educate and register voters, and expanded volunteer efforts.

Believes elected officials should prioritize their duties and responsibilities to all residents.

Supports advocating for increased state funding for education on a per capita basis, annually adjusted for inflation, and at least 50% of the actual cost to educate each student.

Supports providing public services for all.

Supports the presence of educational institutions and health science campuses in the county, highlighting the benefits of local public services.

Believes democracy is "founded on citizens caring about citizens."

Believes a quality education system is essential for a vibrant workforce and innovation.

Terry Cook and her husband, Wayne, have lived in Round Rock for over seventeen years. None.

Terry Cook is a Williamson County Commissioner for Precinct 1. She has previously served as a clerk and an alternate judge during elections in Williamson County.

Terry Cook has served as a Williamson County Commissioner for Precinct 1 and is a member of the Williamson County Commissioners Court. She previously ran for the Williamson County Commissioners Court Precinct 1 in 2016. Cook represents Williamson County on the Capital Council of Governments’ Central Area Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CARTPO) and is a member of the regional Clean Air Coalition.

- County commissioners vote on the budget and appropriations, which fund essential county services like road maintenance.
- They create and enforce civil and criminal laws that align with state regulations, including land use and construction codes.
- Commissioners implement state and federal mandates while overseeing county agencies and public buildings.
- They also set tax rates for the county and its subdivisions.
- Each Texas county has four commissioners and a county judge, forming the local governing body known as the Commissioners Court.