Valerie earned a degree in accounting from the University of Texas at Austin. She has lived in Georgetown, Texas, since 1994 with her husband, Mark Covey. They have 3 sons, 2 daughters-in-law, and 2 grandchildren. She is a member of First Baptist Church Georgetown.

Valerie is a certified public accountant (CPA).

Valerie Covey is a Williamson County commissioner for Precinct 3 since November 2006. She has been reappointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.

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As a state representative, led efforts to pay voter-approved debt early, saving taxpayers over $92 million in interest.

Supports efforts to pay voter approved debt early.  

- Supports efforts to pay voter approved debt early.  

Economy

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports programs that divert non-violent offenders from county jail to save taxpayer dollars and provide appropriate care.

Supports programs that divert non-violent offenders from county jail. 

- Supports programs that divert non-violent offenders from county jail. 

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Valerie Covey

Valerie Covey attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a degree in accounting. She has lived in Georgetown, Texas, since 1994 with her husband, Mark Covey. They have three sons, two daughters-in-law, and two grandchildren. Valerie is a member of First Baptist Church Georgetown.

Valerie is a Certified Public Accountant.

Valerie Covey has served as the Williamson County Commissioner for Precinct 3 since November 2006. She has been reappointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.

As a County Commissioner, championed budget policies that maintain the County’s AAA bond rating, which lowers borrowing costs and gives the county a competitive advantage in accessing credit to support growth.

Plans to use CPA skills to maintain fiscal conservatism and control spending.

Supports maintaining an AAA bond rating to save tax dollars.

Served on the Williamson County Investment and Audit Committees.

Promises to find "the most efficient methods of operation, saving your tax dollars and maintaining a balanced county budget."

Supports responsible growth and planning.

Supports conservation efforts as President of the Williamson County Conservation Foundation.

As president of the National Habitat Conservation Plan Coalition, advocated for local control and solutions in transportation and infrastructure planning.

Believes in collaborating with congressional representatives to address transportation and infrastructure concerns, including endangered species issues.

Believes integrity and conservative values are essential for public safety.

As a leader, spearheaded the 23-hour hold diversion center, the youth respite center, and the jail-based competency restoration program.

As a commissioner, led efforts to reduce voter-approved debt, saving taxpayers about $92 million in interest.

As a leader in developing Wilco's Long Range Strategic Plan, the candidate aims to enhance public services through strategic planning and community engagement.

Supports improving public services such as parks and recreation.

Served as President of the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

Supports mental health initiatives and has collaborated with professionals and local authorities to achieve state recognition for jail diversion programs.

Serves on the county's Behavioral Health Task Force.

Believes in strong leadership to maintain public health operations during crises, highlighting their role in ensuring continued operations during COVID-19.

Plans to continue collaborating with state and local entities to address behavioral health concerns.

Supports public health initiatives, including mental health facilities for adolescents.

Valerie Covey represents Precinct Three on the Williamson County Commissioner´s Court, a position she has held since November 2006. She is also a Certified Public Accountant and has been reappointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission.

Valerie Covey has served as the Williamson County Commissioner for Precinct 3 since November 2006. She has been reappointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission and serves on various committees, including the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Board, the Williamson County Conservation Foundation, the Williamson County Audit Committee, and the Williamson County Investment Committee.

- 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.