Small Window Remains to Launch Mapping Process Texas counties have a limited window of opportunity to legally clarify the public interest in long-maintained roads. The 81st Texas Legislature passed House Bill 2462 extending the expiration of the original road map legislation to Sept. 1, 2011. House Bill 1117 passed by the 78th Texas Legislature went into effect … [Read more...] about County Road Clarification
Road & Bridge
Street Smart
Precinct, Countywide Road Systems Meet Varied Needs On the surface, roadways seem understandably impersonal. Whether they are gravel or concrete, their finite function is to transport people and goods. But against the backdrop of county government, roads and the issues they bring to the … [Read more...] about Street Smart
Reflectivity Requirements
January 2012 Marks First Compliance Deadline Traffic signs have a proven track record of promoting traffic safety. They are one of the best traffic safety investments that a county road agency can make, and are of much value in helping motorists drive in a safe, orderly manner. Unfortunately, more than 3,000 people were killed in traffic … [Read more...] about Reflectivity Requirements
Texas Public Works Response Team
On the Front Lines of Disaster Response · Proven under fire in extremely austere conditions · Reclaimed territory conquered by an implacable foe · Assisted victims of devastating … [Read more...] about Texas Public Works Response Team
TEEX Technical Assistance Courses
TEEX Technical Assistance Courses Available at No Cost to County/City Road Agencies With the increasing costs of fuel, asphalt materials, etc., there is a strong demand by local county/city road agencies for training that helps them maximize the use of their limited resources. With tight budgets, many road agencies have no leeway to experiment with new … [Read more...] about TEEX Technical Assistance Courses