County Judge 

L.M. "Matt" Sebesta, Jr.

Judge Matt Sebesta is a lifelong resident of Brazoria County. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Civil Engineering. Matt is a licensed Professional Engineer and a Registered Professional Land Surveyor.  In 1994, he was selected as the Outstanding Young Engineer of the Year by the Gulf Coast Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers, and in 2021 Matt was awarded the prestigious Distinguished Graduate Award from the Texas A&M University-Zachry Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Public service started for Matt in 1990 when he was appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Angleton. Matt is in his 32nd year of elected office, currently serving his 3rd term as County Judge after serving as an Angleton City Councilman, Mayor, and County Commissioner. In 1996, Matt was appointed to the Regional Resource Commission and served as Chairman under Governor George W. Bush, Governor Perry, and Governor Abbott. Matt serves as Past Chairman and Brazoria County representative to the H-GAC Transportation Policy Council. He is also Chairman of the Lower Brazos River Coalition and serves as Past Chairman for the Conference of Urban Counties, which represents approximately 80% of Texas citizens. Matt also serves on numerous other boards and advisory panels throughout the county and region.

As County Judge, Matt presides over Commissioners' Court and serves as Chief Administrator over the county. He is the Director of Emergency Management, providing leadership during disasters and emergency events.

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

                                                                                    County Judge Matt Sebesta