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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Washington County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Jail population climbing
The average daily jail population hit 115 in August, near 2022 levels, with 13 inmates transferred because bonds weren't being made. The sheriff said the county plays only a small role in a system-wide issue and is monitoring it closely.
Consolidation of General Election Polling Locations
County election officials consolidated polling places down to eight total locations for the November 3 general election because of a shortage of available election judges.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
The county proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, supporting the Color Brazos Valley Gold effort; Washington County saw four new childhood cancer diagnoses this year.
Non-emergent ambulance transports in Brenham
A new addendum with Baylor Scott & White lets ambulances carry non-emergent patients between the Brenham hospital and clinics, keeping care local instead of sending patients to College Station.