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About B.J.
Howdy! I’m B.J. Westmoreland, and for the past five years, it has been a pleasure to serve as your representative on the Caldwell County Commissioners Court for Precinct 1 as well as Judge Pro Tem since 2020. During my time as commissioner, I, along with my colleagues on the court, have worked to ensure that our county remains not only a great place to live and raise a family, but that it is also poised to handle the enormous challenges and opportunities that come with being situated in one of the fastest growing areas of the nation.
Deep Roots: 6th Generation Caldwell County Resident and proud graduate of Lockhart High School Class of 2001.
Educated: Bachelor of Science Degree in Agronomy from Texas A&M University. Class of 2005.
Family: Wife: Erin since 2008; Children: Jack, attending LJHS and Reese attending Clear Fork Elementary.
Entrepreneur & Ag Producer: Manage and operate 200 acre family farm in Caldwell County. Previous owner of irrigation and landscaping company.
Fair: Committed to impartial and responsible implementation of county ordinances.
Growth: Rural resident who recognizes the challenges and potential of our rapidly growing county.
Proven
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Capitol Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) Clean Air Coalition County Delegate since 2019
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Capitol Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) Technical Advisory Committee since 2019
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CAMPO County Designee for Western Caldwell County Transportation Study. 2019-2023
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Assist with EMS transition to City of Lockhart/Caldwell County from Ascension.
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Court Sponsor for the creation of the Constable Security Program in conjunction with Lockhart ISD. November 2022.
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Provides & ensures uniformed officer at all LISD campuses during each school day
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Numerous local and county ad hoc committees:
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Capital equipment procurement 2019
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Oversee payroll migration to H.R.
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County designee for City of Lockhart Aquatics Committee
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County designee for Lions Park Steering Committee
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Qualified
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Caldwell County Commissioner since 2018
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Judge Pro Tem since 2020
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County Judges & Commissioners Association of Texas: Advanced Curriculum Certificate Holder since 2022
Dedicated
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Caldwell County A&M Club member since 2008
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President Caldwell County A&M Club. 2016-2018
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Treasurer Caldwell County A&M Club. 2018-Present
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Chamber of Commerce Board Member. 2019-2022
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Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman. 2021
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CTR Co-Chair. 2019-2023
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CTR Chair. 2024
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Member of First Methodist Lockhart.
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Church Trustee. 2022-Present
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WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY
"B.J. brings a clear vision, unwavering passion, and relentless dedication to serving our community which ensures a brighter future for us all."
Terry Black
“B.J. not only listens to your concerns but also takes action to resolve or come up with a solution. His dedication to his job and to the people in Lockhart is greatly appreciated.”
H. Thompson
“Regardless of your party affiliation, B.J. is the right person for the job! He knows facts, figures and future outcomes about Lockhart better than anyone. He is smart as a whip and understands what this job entails. He has raised a family here, has history here and people matter to him.”
Emily Bacom
"B.J. is someone who truly takes interest and cares about OUR community."
Terry Maldonado
"B.J. has a passion for Caldwell County. He has devoted his time to making this a better place to raise his family. The passion he has for this county is present in everything he does. Re-elect B.J. and allow him to continue his work."
Carl Ohlendorf
“Three words that best describe BJ are honor, commitment an integrity. He has honor in his everything he does, is committed to his community and conducts himself with integrity.”
