Calhoun County voters submitted a petition to the County Judge on Jan. 29 to create the Calhoun County Hospital District. The petition is the first step in the process to create a taxing hospital district. The petition was signed by 477 validated, registered Calhoun County voters, exceeding the required amount by 97 signatures. The Commissioners Court will set the election date. View the submitted petition [...]
January 29, 2025 (Port Lavaca) – The Calhoun County Commissioners Court today receives a voter-initiated petition to create a new hospital district for the community. The request includes a petition signed by 499 registered voters in the county to support the hospital district creation. “The petition is the first step in the process to secure voter approval to create a hospital district for our community,” [...]
With new industries and plants, from nuclear energy to an ethane cracker and polyethylene plant, looking to build in Calhoun County and bring new jobs and economic growth to the region, a strong healthcare infrastructure is part of why our region is attracting new businesses. Calhoun County is home to small mom-and-pop businesses and the largest of multi-national conglomerates. Each one depends on our [...]
Hospital districts play a vital role in ensuring healthcare access by providing stable, reliable, and predictable funding. Established as governmental entities, their primary purpose is to provide medical services to residents within their boundaries. Here's a closer look at what hospital districts are and why they matter. What Is a Hospital District? A hospital district is a special governmental entity authorized by Texas law [...]
