The hot topics at the recent meeting of the Texas Clean Air Working Group were two programs we call TERP and LIRAP. It is the goal of the committee to encourage Texans all across the state to become familiar with these important programs and to take advantage of them. TERP stands for the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, a grants program or a funding mechanism to help … [Read more...] about Proactive Programs Tackle Air Quality
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TAC Risk Management Pool Sends $10 Million Back to Members
The elected county officials on the board of the Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool (RMP) agreed in December to award $10 million in renewal credits for counties that participate in the TAC RMP Workers' Compensation program for 2008. Depending on loss history, long-term members with records reflecting fewer losses may be eligible for a renewal credit of up to … [Read more...] about TAC Risk Management Pool Sends $10 Million Back to Members
The Camera Doesn
Every now and then we all like a good "Gotcha!" Within three months of borrowing a surveillance camera from his council of governments, Navarro County environmental investigator Stanley Young had one of those "Gotcha!" moments, capturing an illegal dumper in the act. The video was shown in court by prosecutors, who used the image of the license plate to press charges against … [Read more...] about The Camera Doesn
Leadership Academy Hones Special Skills
The Commissioners Court Leadership Academy (CCLA) recently traveled to Corpus Christi to sharpen their media relations and leadership skills at a three-day session conducted Oct. 24-26. CCLA is a two-year, advanced leadership development program for commissioners court members sponsored by Texas Cooperative Extension's V.G. Young Institute of County Government. The 11-member … [Read more...] about Leadership Academy Hones Special Skills
Brazos County Expo Complex Makes its Debut
Maybe they should rename the Brazos County Exposition Complex "Phoenix" to describe its ascent from the ashes of a near-death. Early detractors dickering over the land and dastardly increases in construction costs slowed the project along the way, but now construction on the multi-use venue at 5827 Leonard Road has been completed, and the Complex has played host to several … [Read more...] about Brazos County Expo Complex Makes its Debut