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About the Judge
Judge Ybarra was elected as the County Judge  in 2022.  Born and raised in Denver City, Judge Ybarra is a native of Yoakum County.  The Judge brings 25+ years of corporate experience, ranging from operations and  business development to sole proprietorship.  The Judge also served honorably in the United State Army, both active and reserve.  With 1150 combat days, the Judge served in Operation Iraqi Freedom (2005) and Operation Enduring Freedom - Afghanistan  (2009) and (2011).

“It is a tremendous honor to serve the taxpayers and citizens of Yoakum County as the County Judge.  Each day that I am here, I will faithfully serve our community to the utmost of my ability.  I swore an oath to ALWAYS defend equality, fairness, and justice.  I will maintain that oath every single day that I am in this office.”
 

Success as a County
Yoakum County is  a thriving community that is blessed with an abundance of mineral and agricultural resources.

“As the County Judge, my attention is devoted to;
 - Health and Public safety:  To ensure adequate funding to Yoakum County Hospital,  EMS/Fire, Law Enforcement
- Quality  of Life: To support senior care, youth programs, family literacy support, amenities such as the libraries, pools, parks, and quality roads.
- Forward Thinking Strategy: To establish a culture that sustains agrarian production, fosters renewable energy, open to industrial growth, and continues to support oil and gas production.

Stop by for a visit
I have an open door policy.  Please contact my administrator to schedule an appointment.  Bridget Buffington (806) 456-7491 X 101

Current Boards:
West Texas Centers, board member
South Plains Public Health District, board member
South Plains Association of Governments, board member
South Plains Community Action, board member
Yoakum County Hospital Board, board member
Yoakum County Juvenile Probation Board, Chairman
Denver City Economic Development Corporation, board member 
M2 Energy Services, President & Managing Partner

Education:
High School Diploma: Denver City High School
BA: Angelo State University
MBA: Jack Welch Management Institute