In addition to being the county's chief elected official, the county judge also hears probate cases and mental commitments. The county judge is elected in a county-wide election held every four years. Precinct 1 and 3 commissioners will begin new four-year terms after the November 1996 general election. Precinct 2 and 4 commissioners are currently in the middle of their four-year terms. Their seats will be up for grabs again in 1998.
Commissioners are responsible for the upkeep of county roads in their districts.
The Precinct 1 commissioner represents south and central San Angelo, northeastern Tom Green County, Harriet, Mereta and Veribest. The Precinct 2 commissioner represents Vancourt, Wall, Fairview, southwestern San Angelo and southeastern San Angelo, including the College Hills, Lake Nasworthy and Glenmore areas. The Precinct 3 commissioner represents northeastern and central San Angelo, Lakeview, Grape Creek, Carlsbad, Quail Valley and Red Creek. The Precinct 4 commissioner represents Christoval, Knickerbocker and southwestern San Angelo, including, the Southland and Santa Rita areas. 113 W. Beauregard Ave.