As we begin a new budget year, which began Oct. 1, I want to reflect on the past three years of my administration and specifically on this past month, which was National Preparedness Month. With uncanny timing, Texas, Louisiana, Florida and the Caribbean experienced a devastating month of natural disasters. These catastrophes make us more aware than ever of the importance of preparedness and gratitude to our first responders. While Llano County was not negatively affected by these storms, ...