Read the classic piece by Steve Miller,

Special districts, special favors: An insider network of favors surrounds these proliferating governments in Texas

My favorite quote –

“Perhaps the granddaddy of special district largesse is state. Rep. Jim Murphy, who earns a six-figure salary to manage Westchase District in Houston. His deal as general manager calls for a monthly fee of $22,491 in addition to other payments for consultancy and an upfront payment of $7,711.”

Texas State Reps and Senators frequently brag how they are giving back by serving in the legislature for a miserable $600.00 per month.

READ WHOLE THE STORY HERE

http://www.texaswatchdog.org/2012/10/insider-network-surrounds-special-texas-government-districts-texas/1350577204.story