Burleson County elections official D. J. Oliver to retire; turnout for recent amendment vote was 2,298

County Judge Keith Schroeder told the Commissioners Court on Nov. 10, 2025 that D. J. Oliver has submitted a letter of resignation effective Dec. 12, 2025, announcing retirement. The minutes also record that D. J. Oliver reported voter turnout of 2,298 for the recent constitutional amendment election.

The court postponed action on a request for an exception to the county’s overnight lodging policy for Elections employee Kim Holle to attend the Texas Association of County Election Officials Mid‑Winter Conference in January 2026; the postponement was moved by Commissioner David Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Vincent Svec. The minutes do not state reasons for the postponement or a date for reconsideration.

Earlier in the meeting the County Auditor certified a Homeland Security grant intended to enhance elections security (FY2025‑26 grant #4978501 for $92,678.53); the certification was part of the consent agenda approved unanimously. The minutes do not include operational details about how the grant funds will be used.

The court did not record any discussion of the process to replace or transition the elections official; the resignation effective date is Dec. 12, 2025. The minutes provide no timeline for appointment or hiring to fill the vacancy.