Travis County

Living in Travis County

Just Visiting?

If you are trying to find a hotel for your visit, the Google Maps web site can help. Just type in an address followed by the word "hotels."

To find lodging near the Expo Center type in "7311 Decker Lane, Austin, Tx hotels" and click search.

Google Maps is a useful tool, however Travis County makes no guarantee regarding the completeness of the listings or the accuracy of the user reviews.

Community Overview

Read the lastest Community Overview from the Travis County Health and Human Services Department to find out about issues facing your community.

Caring for a Child

Petition on Behalf of the Forsaken Children of Texas to the Governor and the 76^th Legislature.
Domestic Relations -- Child Support and Visitation Services.
Juvenile Court -- Addressing the needs of juvenile offenders, families, and victims of crime.
Travis County Attorney's Office's Underage Drinking Prevention Program.
Health & Human Services -- vaccinations.
Family Support Services.

Caring for your Health

Health & Human Services --
rural community clinics, environmental health,emergency assistance.
Austin/Travis County MHMR--mental health and mental retardation.

Finding a Job

Human Resources Management -- county job openings.

Getting Married

County Clerk -- marriage licenses.
Justices of the Peace -- wedding ceremonies.
County Court at Law Judges -- wedding ceremonies.

Getting Divorced

Travis County Law Library --
Online forms for Divorce, Name Change, Occupational License /li>

Having Fun

Transportation and Natural Resources -- Parks.
Head out to the Exposition Center to enjoy anything from rodeos to motorcycle rallies to antique shows,

Owning a Vehicle

Road Reconstruction Projects
New resident vehicle registration
Renew vehicle registrations via the Texas Online web site.
Vehicle forms -- many vehicle related forms are available for download from the Texas Department of Transportation.
AirCheckTexas (emissions-related repairs)

Owning Property

County Clerk -- property deeds.
Tax Assessor-Collector -- property taxes.
Travis County Housing Finance Corporation -- assistance for low and moderate-income families.
Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan -- information on participation for land owners.

Participating in Government

Commissioners Court -- View broadcasts of Commissioners Court meetings on TCTV or review agendas and individual agenda items on the web.
County Clerk -- Upcoming elections.
District Clerk -- Answers to the most frequently asked questions about jury duty.
Tax Assessor-Collector -- voter registration.
Tax Assessor-Collector -- setting tax rates.

Volunteering

Juvenile Court -- be a mentor.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program -- put your many talents to use helping your community.
Emergency Services-- become a first responder in rural areas.

Last Modified: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 6:22 PM