The county judge is both presiding officer of the commissioners court (Tex. Const. Art. V, Sec. 18) and judge of the county court (Tex. Const. Art. V, Sec. 15). As such, the judge is often thought of as the chief executive officer of the county.

The duties of the county judge vary depending on the population of the county. In most rural counties, the judge has broad judicial responsibilities and is often the principal source of information and assistance.

It is incumbent upon the judge, as presiding officer of the commissioners court, to carefully abide by statutes requiring that meetings of governmental bodies be open to the public.

On February 11, 2026, members of the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization joined a tour led by AAMPO Executive Director Brendon Wheeler, Guadalupe County Judge Kutscher, and Melissa Reynolds, Director of Engineering and Capital Projects for the City of Seguin. Metropolitan Planning Organizations help develop long-range and short-range plans to address transportation needs.

The day started with an overview of Guadalupe County’s population growth, housing, new businesses, and infrastructure. Participants then boarded a bus for a tour showcasing key transportation and planning efforts to enhance the movement of people and goods throughout the county.

The first of its kind, the Guadalupe County bus tour highlighted major thoroughfares where ongoing improvements and future transportation projects are progressing.