San Marcos also has a five-year Capital Improvements Program that sets forth proposed priorities for public improvement projects, including construction, funding sources, and schedules of bond elections and sales. The City is committed to the promotion of quality development in all parts of the community while maintaining our beautiful natural resources and exceptional quality of life. The legislative body of Hays County consists of the county judge, elected at large, and four commissioners, elected by precincts. Term of office is four years, with at least two of the commissioner's seats being on the ballot of the general election every two years. San Marcos is the county seat of Hays County.
Key rate varies depending on location in county.
65 Number of Hays County Deputies 30 Number of Hays County Correction Officers 75 Number of Reserves 23 Patrol service is provided to all areas within the city limits. Incorporated municipalities and the county sheriff's office patrol areas outside the city. Southwest Texas State University campus is patrolled by the University Police Department. Individual Income Tax 0.00 Business Taxes Texas has no state payroll tax, no personal income tax, no corporate income tax, and no unitary tax. Texas is one of only two continental states having no gross receipt tax.