The items are in addition to the compensation and expenses provided for by Subchapter B, Chapter 152. The commissioners court may also provide a suitable courtroom for each justice of the peace. Acts 1987, 70th Leg. Sept. 1, 1987. The commissioners court may designate a building superintendent to employ the personnel.
Employments are subject to approval by the commissioners court.
The commissioners court may discharge the employee at any time for cause. The number of employees appointed under this section is subject to the approval of the county auditor. The employees necessary for the proper conduct of the jails or the safekeeping of prisoners are under the exclusive direction and control of the sheriff. Acts 1987, 70th Leg. Sept. 1, 1987.