Austin Current
After 53 years in Travis County, Margaret Gómez retires with a call to learn from one another
Longest-serving Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gómez announces early retirement after 53 years of service. Successor George Morales will take over the Precinct 4 seat on June 11.
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