County Judge 

L.M. "Matt" Sebesta, Jr.

Judge Matt Sebesta is a lifelong resident of Brazoria County and a proud graduate of Texas A&M University, where he earned a degree in Civil Engineering. He is both a Licensed Professional Engineer and a Registered Professional Land Surveyor. Throughout his career, Judge Sebesta has received numerous honors recognizing his professional excellence and public service, including the Outstanding Young Engineer of the Year award from the Gulf Coast Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers in 1994, the Distinguished Graduate Award from the Texas A&M University-Zachry Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in 2021, and the WTS Houston Chapter's Ray LaHood Man of the Year Award in 2025.

His commitment to public service began in 1990 with an appointment to the City of Angleton's Planning and Zoning Commission. Now in his 33rd year of elected office, Judge Sebesta is currently serving his third term as County Judge, following previous roles as Angleton City Councilman, Mayor, and County Commissioner.

Judge Sebesta has also played a significant role at the regional and state levels. In 1996, he was appointed to the Regional Resource Commission and served as Chairman under Governors George W. Bush, Rick Perry, and Greg Abbott. He currently serves as Chairman of the Lower Brazos River Coalition and is the Past Chairman of both the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Transportation Policy Council, and the Texas Conference of Urban Counties, which represents more than 80% of the state's population. Additionally, he serves on numerous boards and advisory committees focused on regional planning, infrastructure, transportation, and emergency preparedness.

As County Judge, he presides over Commissioner's Court and serves as Chief Administrator over the County. He also serves as the Director of Emergency Management, providing experienced leadership during disasters and emergency events.

"It is an honor and a privilege to serve the citizens of Brazoria County."

-County Judge Matt Sebesta