Matagorda County Precinct 2 Commissioner Mike Estlinbaum has graduated as a member of Class XI of the prestigious Commissioners Court Leadership Academy, a two-year professional development program sponsored by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s V.G. Young Institute of County Government.
Commissioner Estlinbaum was among 18 county judges and commissioners from across Texas recognized during a graduation ceremony held Aug.6 in College Station.
The ceremony concluded the academy’s final two-day session, where participants met with leadership development specialists and toured the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service’s Brayton Fire Training Field and Disaster City and received a briefing at the Texas A&M Forest Service’s State Emergency Operations Center.
The Commissioners Court Leadership Academy is a comprehensive two-year program consisting of four multi-day sessions held throughout Texas and in Washington, D.C.
The academy is designed to strengthen county leaders’ understanding of county government, enhance communication and leadership skills, and prepare elected officials to better serve their communities.
“Participating in the Commissioners Court Leadership Academy has given me valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities facing counties across Texas,” said Estlinbaum.
“The relationships I built with fellow county leaders and the knowledge I gained through this program will help me make better-informed decisions every day as I work to serve the citizens of Precinct 2 and all of Matagorda County.
“I’m committed to bringing these lessons home to ensure our county continues to move forward with responsible leadership and sound stewardship of taxpayer resources.”
Dr. Peter McGuill, Director of the V.G. Young Institute of County Government, recognized the graduates for their commitment to advancing their leadership skills and dedication to serving the people of Texas.
The V.G. Young Institute of County Government, a part of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and The Texas A&M University System, works to meet the educational needs of county officials and the public by anticipating, identifying, and addressing the challenges and opportunities facing Texas county government.
