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DEPARTMENT OUTLINE: MUNICIPAL COURT

The function of this department is to provide the highest level of service, in partnership with the
community, to foster a safe atmosphere promoting the highest quality of life for all people.

H I G H L I G H T S A N D G O A L S A C C O M P L I S H E D
▪ Increased security protocols

▪ Updated Procedure Manual to reflect current software and protocol
▪ Partnered with City of Fort Worth Teen Court

▪ Established Language Line for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) clients
▪ Ongoing relationship building with other Court Administrators and Directors for resource
and information sharing
▪ Encouraged community engagement and public education by participation in Municipal
Court Week and Public Safety Open House
▪ Achieved Certified Court Clerk Level: II

S H O R T - T E R M G O A L S
▪ Upgrade LT System
▪ Dependent on the COVID-19 status and the ability to volunteer-court will coordinate and
make presentations at High School/s in Kennedale ISD for Court 101. This will foster a trust
relationship between the community -in early stages, and the Municipal Court system.

L O N G - T E R M G O A L S
▪ Set up information in community events in Town Center Park and the Library

▪ Pursue CCM (Certified Court Manager) certification through TMCEC
S T A F F I N G R E S O U R C E S
▪ Court Administrator/Juvenile Case Manager (JCM) – 1.0 FTE
▪ Municipal Judge – Contracted

▪ City Prosecutor – Contracted

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