Texoma Council of Governments

Criminal Justice Advisory Committee
2024-10-02 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
AgendaCriminal Justice Advisory Committee
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 – 1:30 pm

1. Call to order and declaration of a quorum
2. Invocation
3. Program Update from TCOG staff
4. 2025 Texoma Region Criminal Justice Community Plan
5. FY25 CJD Funded Projects
6. Review of TCOG CJAC representation and vacancies
7. Appointment of CJAC nomination membership committee
8. Election of new TCOG CJAC Chairperson
9. Review, discuss, and possible action regarding FY26 Texoma CJD priorities
10. Review, discussion, and possible action regarding FY26 score sheet
11. Upcoming dates
12. Public Comment
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Miranda Harp at 903-271-1753 no later than 9 a.m. the morning of the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
The above Agenda was posted at the Texoma Council of Governments office and on the TCOG website an in a place readily accessible to the public on September 26, 2024
Miranda Harp
Criminal Justice & Emergency Planning Program Supervisor

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
2024-10-05 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Bonham Civic Center (Armory), 1100 W. 5th Street, Bonham, TX, 75418, United States

Community Services Advisory Council
2024-10-09 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090
CSAC_OCT 2024 Agenda Packet

FGP Monthly Inservice
2024-10-10 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
Monthly Foster Grandparents Program Volunteer training seminar.

Audit and Finance Committee
2024-10-10 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Executive Officers Meeting
2024-10-10 16:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Executive Officers Committee
2024-10-10 17:00 - 17:15 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Grayson County Amateur Radio Club
2024-10-15 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Governing Board Meeting
2024-10-17 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States

Early Voting
2024-10-21 07:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-27 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States

Homeland Security Advisory Committee (HSAC)
2024-10-24 13:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 270, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
AgendaPresiding location: Texoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Drive (Texoma Room – 2nd Floor, Suite 270), Sherman, Texas
Thursday, October 24, 2024 – 1:30pm

Call to Order
Introductions
Review and action related to the minutes from the 2/29/2024 HSAC meeting
Information briefing relating to Homeland Security FY24 grant funds
Information briefing relating to Homeland Security FY25 grant funds
Information briefing related to the FY20-FY23 SHSP De-obligation Amounts
Review, discussion, and possible action on the risk-informed methodology and allocation method for FY25 Homeland Security Grant Program funds
Review, discussion, and possible action on the 2024 Texoma Threat, Hazard, and Risk Assessment
Review, discussion, and possible action on the 2025 Texoma Stakeholder Preparedness Review
Review, discussion, and possible action on the 2025 Texoma Regional Implementation Plan
Information briefing related to the 2022 Statewide Emergency Radio Infrastructure (SERI) Grant
Information briefing related to the 2024 Statewide Emergency Radio Infrastructure (SERI) Grant
Information briefing relating to the Regional Interoperable Communications Plan
Election of HSAC Officers
Public Comment
Adjournment

This meeting will be open to the public and will be facilitated at Texoma Council of Governments in the Texoma Room (Suite 270). Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or other assistance are requested to contact the TCOG Public Safety Department at 903-813-3552 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
The above Agenda was posted at the TCOG in a place readily accessible to the public and on the TCOG website on October 17, 2024.

Early Voting
2024-10-28 07:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Webinar: Training on New Annual Reporting Requirements for Generators and LRPUTs
2024-10-29 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-11-12 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
We encourage all our regional scrap tire handlers to join the TCEQ Scrap Tire Program for an upcoming webinar, designed to provide training on the new annual reporting requirements for scrap tire generators and operators of Land Reclamation Projects Using Tires (LRPUTs). The session will be helpful for ensuring compliance with the latest regulations and will provide you with the necessary knowledge and tools to complete your reports accurately and efficiently. Key topics to be covered include an overview of the new reporting requirements and step-by-step guidance on completing the annual reports in STEERS. Register here.
*Important Note: Prior to attending the training webinar, please ensure you watch the attached video and set up your STEERS account. This will help you follow along more effectively during the session. How to Setup an Account in STEERS (youtube.com)
Your participation is highly encouraged to ensure a smooth transition to the new reporting requirements. Remember you must report by December 31, 2024.

Trunk or Treat
2024-10-31 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Community Services Advisory Council
2024-11-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090
This is a regular meeting of the Community Services Advisory Council (CSAC)
CSAC_NOV24_Agenda Packet

TxCDBG Meeting
2024-11-07 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
AgendaTexoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Drive (Eisenhower Room – 1st Floor), Sherman, Texas
Thursday, November 7, 2024 – 9:00 am

Call to Order & Introduction of TDA staff and attendees
Stakeholder Consultation Items

2025 One Year Action Plan (OYAP) and 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan Consultation
Stakeholder Feedback Session and Q&A

Award Kick Off Meeting Items

Overview of 2024 TxCDBG Award Process
Pre-Award Training Presentation
Technical Assistance Stations

Adjourn

Natural Resources Advisory Committee
2024-11-14 10:00 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090
AgendaTexoma Council of Governments
Natural Resources Advisory Committee Meeting

To be held online:
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Thursday, November 14, 2024 – 10:00 am

Opening of meeting and declaration of quorum ATB
Public comment
Approval of minutes
Review and discussion of Fannin County HHW Collection Event ALL
Set Spring Date for Sherman HHW ALL
Set July/August Date for Cooke HHW ALL
Discuss Recycled Art ATB
SWIFR Grant for Political Subdivisions ATB
Discuss any new business ALL
Adjourn

Webinar: Training on New Annual Reporting Requirements for Generators and LRPUTs
2024-12-03 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
We encourage all our regional scrap tire handlers to join the the TCEQ Scrap Tire Program for an upcoming webinar, designed to provide training on the new annual reporting requirements for scrap tire generators and operators of Land Reclamation Projects Using Tires (LRPUTs). The session will be helpful for ensuring compliance with the latest regulations and will provide you with the necessary knowledge and tools to complete your reports accurately and efficiently. Key topics to be covered include an overview of the new reporting requirements and step-by-step guidance on completing the annual reports in STEERS. Register here.
*Important Note: Prior to attending the training webinar, please ensure you watch the attached video and set up your STEERS account. This will help you follow along more effectively during the session. How to Setup an Account in STEERS (youtube.com)
Your participation is highly encouraged to ensure a smooth transition to the new reporting requirements. Remember you must report by December 31, 2024.

Christmas Eve Holiday
2024-12-24 | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Christmas Day Holiday
2024-12-25 | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090

Governing Board Meeting
2025-01-16 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090
AgendaTexoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Drive (Eisenhower Room – 1st Floor), Sherman, Texas
Thursday, January16, 2025 – 5:30 pm

Call to Order & Declaration of a Quorum
Invocation and Pledges
Welcome Guests
Public Comment
Approval of Minutes
Executive Director’s Report
Consent

Quarterly Investment Report

Action

FY 2025 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) contract #58250004400
FY 2025 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) contract #5820004435
FY 2025 Community Services Block Grant Program (CSBG) contract #61250004366
FY 2025 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) contract #61250004366
Annual Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) certification
Texoma Council of Governments Procurement Policies and Procedures Manual
Texas Association of Regional Councils (TARC) Board Designee
FYE 2025 Cost Pool Report and Monthly Financial Reports

President’s Report
Adjourn

Homeland Security Advisory Committee
2025-01-23 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
AgendaPresiding location: Texoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Drive (Eisenhower Room – 1st Floor), Sherman, Texas
Thursday, January 23, 2025 – 1:30pm

1. Call to order
2. Introductions
3. Review, discuss, and possible action related to the minutes from the 10/24/2024 HSAC meeting
4. Information briefing relating to the FY24 Homeland Security Grant Funds
5. Information briefing relating to the FY25 Homeland Security Grant Funds and Regional Projects
6. Review, discuss, and prioritize the FY25 Homeland Security Grant Regional Projects
7. Review, discuss, and recommend to the TCOG Board prioritization results of the FY25 Homeland Security Grant Regional Projects
8. Texoma Communications Focus Group and Communications Survey
9. Regional Interoperable Communication Plan
10. Information briefing relating to additional grant funding opportunities
11. Public comment
12. Adjournment
The next HSAC meeting is tentatively set for October 2025. This meeting may change to meet the Texas Homeland Security Grant Division (HSGD) required deliverables.
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Miranda Harp 903-813-3552 no later than 9:00 a.m. the morning of the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. This Agenda was posted at the Texoma Council of Governments in a place readily accessible to the public and on the TCOG website on January 16, 2025

Community Services Advisory Council
2025-02-18 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090
CSAC_FEB2025 AGENDA PACKET

Criminal Justice Advisory Committee
2025-04-02 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
AgendaCriminal Justice Advisory Committee
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 – 1:30 pm

1. Call to order and declaration of a quorum
2. Invocation
3. Program Update from TCOG staff
4. Presentation of Service Awards
5. Review and instruction as to presentation and scoring procedures
6. Five (5) minute presentation by “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applicant #1
7. Five (5) minute presentation by “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applicant #2
8. Five (5) minute presentation by “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applicant #3
9. Five (5) minute presentation by “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applicant #4
10. Five (5) minute presentation by “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applicant #5
11. Questions for “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applications
12. CJAC discussion, possible action, and scoring of “DJ-Criminal Justice Program” grant applications
13. Five (5) minute presentation by “SF-General Juvenile Justice Program” grant applicant #1
14. Five (5) minute presentation by “SF-General Juvenile Justice Program” grant applicant #2
15. Questions for “SF-General Juvenile Justice Program” grant applicants
16. CJAC discussion, possible action, and scoring of “SF-General Juvenile Justice Program” grant application
17. Five (5) minute presentation by “VA-General Victims Assistance Program” grant applicant #1
18. Five (5) minute presentation by “VA-General Victims Assistance Program” grant applicant #2
19. Five (5) minute presentation by “VA-General Victims Assistance Program” grant applicant #3
20. Five (5) minute presentation by “VA-General Victims Assistance Program” grant applicant #4
21. Questions for “VA-General Victims Assistance Program” grant applicants
22. CJAC discussion, possible action, and scoring of “VA-General Victims Assistance Program” grant applications
23. Five (5) minute presentation by “WF-Violence against Women Program” grant applicant #1
24. Questions for “WF-Violence against Women Program” applicant
25. CJAC discussion, possible action, and scoring of “WF-Violence against Women Program” grant applications
26. Public Comment and Adjournment
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Miranda Harp at 903-271-1753 no later than 9 a.m. the morning of the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. The Agenda was posted at the Texoma Council of Governments office and on the TCOG website on March 26, 2025
Miranda Harp
Criminal Justice & Emergency Planning Program Supervisor

Audit & Finance Advisory Committee
2025-04-10 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
AgendaTexoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Drive (Eisenhower Room), Sherman, Texas
Thursday, April 10, 2025 – 4:00 pm

Call to Order
Discussion

TCOG Fiscal Year Ending (FYE) 2026 Financing Plan Review

Adjourn

Community Services Advisory Council
2025-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Texoma Council of Governments, 1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, 75090
Regular meeting of the Community Services Advisory Councile.

TCOG City Series: Texas Water Development Board Financial Assistance Program Workshop
2025-04-16 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive, Suite 100, Sherman, TX, 75090, United States
TCOG is excited to bring to the region an in-person workshop with valuable information and one-on-one opportunities to discuss your project needs. Attendees will learn about various financial assistance programs for drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and flood infrastructure projects. Details will include funding program eligibility, requirements, processes, and timelines.
Funding programs include the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF), Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT), Texas Water Development Fund (DFund), Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF), and more.
THe workshop will include handouts and helpful resources about the TWDB financial assistance programs.
Click here to register.

Community Services Advisory Council - Notice of Public Election
2025-05-07 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Cooke County Public Library, 200 S. Weaver, Gainsville, TX, 76240, United States
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ELECTION_CookeCo2025
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ELECTION
Texoma Council of Governments will conduct a public election for a low- income representative from
COOKE COUNTY to serve on the Community Services Advisory Council.
The public election will be held at:
COOKE COUNTY LIBRARY
200 S. Weaver
Gainesville, TX 76240
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:30am
The primary function of the Community Services Advisory Council is to participate in the
development, planning, implementation and evaluation of programs designed to serve low-income
communities.
Eligible candidates must reside in COOKE COUNTY, and receive social services such as but not
limited to: utility assistance, food stamps, food pantries, public housing or rental assistance.
An application and council duties can be obtained by contacting Judy Fullylove, Energy Services
Director at 903-813-3537 or by email jfullylove@tcog.com.
Applications must be received by Friday, May 2, 2025.
Eligible candidates will be placed on a ballot and will be elected by a simple majority of those
attending the election at the appointed time and location referenced above.
Interested parties are encouraged to attend and participate. Persons with disabilities who plan to
attend the public election and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact
Judy Fullylove,
903-813-3537 two (2) weekdays prior to the election to ensure appropriate
arrangements are made.
