Governor Greg Abbott appointed Joe Lynn Bonnot, D.D.S. and Dianne Juroske to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority for terms ending May 1, 2028, and May 1, 2027, respectively, according to an April 15 announcement. The Authority is responsible for managing the storage, preservation, and distribution of stream and river water in Jackson County.
These appointments matter because the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority plays a key role in local water management and resource distribution. Leadership on this board can affect water policy decisions impacting residents of Jackson County.
Bonnot is a retired dentist from Ganado who also manages his family’s ranch. He is affiliated with professional organizations including the Texas Dental Association, American Dental Association, and Guadalupe District Dental Society. He volunteers with Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster of Jackson County. Bonnot holds a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Texas A&M University and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from The University of Texas Houston School of Dentistry.
Juroske resides in Edna and has over thirty years’ experience as an educator and principal within Industrial Independent School District. She currently serves as board president for the Jackson County Teachers Federal Credit Union and is active with Jackson County Retired School Personnel. Juroske earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Education and Master’s degree in Education Administration from Texas A&M University-Victoria.
The Office of the Texas Governor provides leadership across the state by making such appointments while promoting economic opportunity, education, public safety, cultural understanding through commissions supporting women and people with disabilities according to the official website. Greg Abbott serves as the state’s 48th governor according to the official website.
The Governor’s Mansion has been home to governors since its establishment in 1856; it stands as one of America’s oldest continuously occupied governor’s residences according to the official website. Looking ahead, these appointments are expected to contribute further leadership within local resource management.
