Dallas County Commissioners rescinded a portion of the county’s vaccine distribution plan following a directive from state health officials.
Commissioner J.J. Koch (R) said he has witnessed reports of “screaming and crying” in the Dallas County Elections Department.
Commissioner Theresa Daniel said she was “sorry for” the other elected officials who were affected by the vote, all of whom make six figures.
Businesses in Dallas County must now require mask-wearing by their employees and patrons. The commissioners court held an emergency meeting on Friday morning to enact the order.
Dallas County officials extended their shelter-in-place order until May 15, while effectively tabling an order to approve personal service contracts.
In an about-face from last week, the Dallas County Commissioners Court passed a salary increase for elected officials. Three members of the court abstained.
The creation of a salary grievance committee is providing elected officials in Dallas County a platform to advocate for higher pay.
