What happened
Snell was sworn into office by U.S. Rep. John Carter. During his remarks, Snell announced he plans on running to keep the county judge position once his term ends in November 2026.
“When I heard the position of county judge was open, I looked at it as a way to extend my reach of community service,” Snell said. “I look forward to serving the four corners of Williamson County.”
Precinct 3 Commissioner Valerie Covey said Snell will be Williamson County’s 32nd judge. Snell’s first Commissioners Court meeting as county judge will be April 29.
Snell said his top three priorities as county judge are safety, transportation and economic growth.
“I want our families ... to get to work quickly and get home safely to their families quickly,” Snell said. “Williamson County will remain friendly to business, both small business and large corporations.”
Looking ahead
Snell’s induction comes as officials recently started discussions about the county's fiscal year 2025-26 budget. Additionally, county officials expect to open a new Williamson County Administration Building in spring 2026.
“We are very honored to have Steve join us in a extremely fast growing county with a lot of big decisions ahead of us,” Covey said.
Snell was appointed by county commissioners March 27 after former county Judge Bill Gravell resigned March 11. Snell resigned from his previous position as Liberty Hill ISD superintendent April 7.
“It's my goal to help lead Williamson County into the future, a future that we can all be proud of,” Snell said.
