The office of County Treasurer was established by the Texas Constitution in 1846. Elected by voters, the Treasurer serves for four years. The County Treasurer is chief custodian of county finance, receiving all monies belonging to the county. As fiscal officer, the Treasurer invests all funds available in accordance with the Commissioners Court.
Statutory Authority
As the Chief Financial Custodian, the Llano County Treasurer:
- Receives monies belonging to the County from all sources
- Keeps and accounts for all monies in a designated depository
- Maintains records of all deposits and withdrawals
- Pays and applies or disburses all monies in such a manner as the Llano County Commissioners Court may direct, by law
- Acts as chief liaison between the county and all depository banks
- Invests county funds in compliance with the Public Funds Investment Act (Texas Gov. Code, Chapter 2256) and the Llano County Investment Policy
All receipts of any official belonging to the county must be turned over to the county treasurer daily. The county treasurer reconciles all bank statements, thus assuring their accuracy and the safety of county funds.