By Limestone County Judge Daniel Burkeen I have watched the media response to the West explosion, and there are some points that need to be brought out concerning the efforts by some to blame the McLennan County Office of Emergency Management, headed by Frank Patterson, for the incident in West. First, Frank Patterson is a well-respected emergency management … [Read more...] about Limestone County Judge Defends West Explosion Response
County Emergency Management
KEY CONCEPT: Emergency Services Districts
KEY CONCEPT: Emergency Services Districts KEY QUESTION: What is an Emergency Services District? MAIN REFERENCE POINT: Health and Safety Code Chapter 775 TALKING POINTS: An Emergency Services District (ESD) is a grassroots government created by voters in an area to fund fire protection, emergency medical services, or both. More … [Read more...] about KEY CONCEPT: Emergency Services Districts