# www.etcog.org ## Pages - [White Oak](https://www.etcog.org/white-oak): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Solid Waste Management Guides, Regulations, Statutes](https://www.etcog.org/sw-guides-regulations-statutes): Solid Waste Management Guides, Regulations, Statutes - [Regional Directory](https://www.etcog.org/regional-directory): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Rusk](https://www.etcog.org/rusk): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Tatum](https://www.etcog.org/tatum): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Text to 911](https://www.etcog.org/text-911): East Texas Council of Governments’ Regional 9-1-1 Program is pleased to announce the availability of Text to 9-1-1 service in Anderson, Camp, Cherokee, Gregg, Marion, Panola, Rains, Upshur, Van Zandt and Wood Counties. Text to 9-1-1 is a service that allows citizens to send a text message directly to 9-1-1 for assistance in the event they are unable to make a voice call. - [New Summerfield](https://www.etcog.org/new-summerfield): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Quitman](https://www.etcog.org/quitman): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Grant Opportunities](https://www.etcog.org/grant-opportunities): Working with local, state and federal partners, ETCOG assists with prioritizing and administering important community development and recovery grants. - [Overton](https://www.etcog.org/overton): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Virtual Aflac Training](https://www.etcog.org/virtual-aflac-training): Join us for a virtual Aflac training session with Amy Rittermeyer. - [Anderson County](https://www.etcog.org/anderson): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Contact](https://www.etcog.org/contact): Contact information for ETCOG. - [Easton](https://www.etcog.org/easton): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Public Information Request](https://www.etcog.org/public-information-request): Tips on how to submit a successful open records request. - [Grand Saline](https://www.etcog.org/grand-saline): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Palestine](https://www.etcog.org/palestine): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Payne Springs](https://www.etcog.org/payne-springs): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Bullard](https://www.etcog.org/bullard): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Solutions Reports](https://www.etcog.org/solutions-reports): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served the community in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Digital Design](https://www.etcog.org/digital-design): Our team is dedicated to crafting visually stunning and strategically effective digital designs that leave a lasting impression. Whether you're looking for a captivating website, engaging social media graphics, or a complete brand overhaul, we have the expertise to bring your vision to life. - [East Tawakoni](https://www.etcog.org/east-tawakoni): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Brownsboro](https://www.etcog.org/brownsboro): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Longview](https://www.etcog.org/longview): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Member Job Board](https://www.etcog.org/member-job-board): East Texas jobs of ETCOG members. - [Rains County](https://www.etcog.org/rains-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Open Meetings](https://www.etcog.org/open-meetings): Stay up to date on regional decision making at ETCOG. Here is our open meeting schedule and links to upcoming meeting agendas. - [Social Media](https://www.etcog.org/social-media): Follow us on social media to keep up with ETCOG information and events! - [Athens](https://www.etcog.org/athens): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Whitehouse](https://www.etcog.org/whitehouse): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Camp County](https://www.etcog.org/camp-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Beckville](https://www.etcog.org/beckville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [New Chapel Hill](https://www.etcog.org/new-chapel-hill): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gregg County](https://www.etcog.org/gregg-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Financials](https://www.etcog.org/financials): ETCOG discloses the financial health of the organization in our Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. We provide this information in order to ensure transparency in all financial matters. - [Emory](https://www.etcog.org/emory): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Mabank](https://www.etcog.org/mabank): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [School Districts](https://www.etcog.org/school-districts): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gilmer](https://www.etcog.org/gilmer): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Poynor](https://www.etcog.org/poyner): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Edom](https://www.etcog.org/edom): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Caney City](https://www.etcog.org/caney-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Winona](https://www.etcog.org/winona): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Brownfields Program](https://www.etcog.org/brownfields-program): A community re-development program for properties that are abandoned or underutilized because of suspected environmental contamination from past uses. - [Canton](https://www.etcog.org/canton): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Grant Applications for Review](https://www.etcog.org/grant-applications-for-review): Grant Applicant Submissions for Solid Waste Funds - [Marshall](https://www.etcog.org/marshall): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Waskom](https://www.etcog.org/waskom): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Point](https://www.etcog.org/point): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Cuney](https://www.etcog.org/cuney): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Van Zandt County](https://www.etcog.org/van-zandt-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Yantis](https://www.etcog.org/yantis): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Elkhart](https://www.etcog.org/elkhart): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Building Plan Reviews](https://www.etcog.org/planreviews): We offer fast, reliable, and affordable Building Plan Review services to our member jurisdictions for commercial and non-commercial building code reviews. - [Eustace](https://www.etcog.org/eustace): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [About](https://www.etcog.org/about): We are a voluntary association of counties, cities, school districts and special districts within the fourteen-county East Texas region. We assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit and coordinating for sound regional development. Either directly, or through our contractors, ETCOG provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers and job seekers. We also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services; and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, grant writing services and environmental grant funding for the region. - [East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/east-texas-region): This report offers information and stats on how we served the community in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Panola County](https://www.etcog.org/panola-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Panola County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Rusk County](https://www.etcog.org/rusk-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Rusk County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Smith County](https://www.etcog.org/smith-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Smith County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Rains County](https://www.etcog.org/rains-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Rains County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Van Zandt County](https://www.etcog.org/van-zandt-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Van Zandt County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Camp County](https://www.etcog.org/camp-county-solutions): This report offers information and stats on how we served Camp County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Hideaway Lake](https://www.etcog.org/hideaway): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Jacksonville](https://www.etcog.org/jacksonville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [East Texas Reception](https://www.etcog.org/EastTexasReception): On behalf of the East Texas County Judges and Commissioners, the East Texas Council of Governments cordially invites all East Texas elected officials, civic, business and not-for-profit leaders to join us as we visit with our legislators in Austin and let them know what is important to East Texans. - [ETCOG Contacts](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-contacts): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gallatin](https://www.etcog.org/gallatin): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gary](https://www.etcog.org/gary): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Coffee City](https://www.etcog.org/coffee-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Henderson County](https://www.etcog.org/henderson-county-solutions): This report offers information and stats on how we served Henderson County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Upshur County](https://www.etcog.org/upshur-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Upshur County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Wood County](https://www.etcog.org/wood-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Wood County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Gregg County](https://www.etcog.org/gregg-county-solutions): This report offers information and stats on how we served Gregg County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Gladewater](https://www.etcog.org/gladewater): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Marion County](https://www.etcog.org/marion-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gun Barrel City](https://www.etcog.org/gun-barrel-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Rusk County](https://www.etcog.org/rusk-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Arp](https://www.etcog.org/arp): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Air Quality Planning](https://www.etcog.org/air-quality-planning): ETCOG enhances air quality in East Texas through data analysis & emissions reviews. Contact us to learn how we can help your community. - [Services](https://www.etcog.org/services): At ETCOG we are dedicated to providing quality customer service to our members and residents of East Texas. Either directly, or through our contractors, ETCOG provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers and job seekers. With the help of our contractors we also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services; and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, information technology assistance, and environmental grant funding for the region. - [More Services](https://www.etcog.org/more-services): At ETCOG we are dedicated to providing quality customer service to our members and residents of East Texas. Either directly, or through our contractors, ETCOG provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers and job seekers. With the help of our contractors we also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services; and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, information technology assistance, and environmental grant funding for the region. - [Lindale](https://www.etcog.org/lindale): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Ore City](https://www.etcog.org/ore-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Purchasing Cooperative](https://www.etcog.org/purchasing-cooperative): COGWORKS Purchasing Cooperative is offered through ETCOG to assist local governments in reducing costs through this multi-regional purchasing cooperative. This program is available to eligible entities through interlocal agreements to procure goods and services at competitive prices. - [Demographic Data](https://www.etcog.org/demographic-data): Explore East Texas through customizable data reports. This is provided by our East Texas Economic Development District. - [Lakeport](https://www.etcog.org/lakeport): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [County Governments](https://www.etcog.org/counties): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Chandler](https://www.etcog.org/chandler): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Rocky Mound](https://www.etcog.org/rocky-mound): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Jefferson](https://www.etcog.org/jefferson): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Mount Enterprise](https://www.etcog.org/mount-enterprise): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Enchanted Oaks](https://www.etcog.org/enchanted-oaks): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Marion County](https://www.etcog.org/marion-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Marion County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Smith County](https://www.etcog.org/smith-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Thank You to our Sponsors!](https://www.etcog.org/sponsorthanks): Thank you the sponsors of the East Texas Reception - [Accessibility ](https://www.etcog.org/accessibility): Information on our accessibility policy - [News](https://www.etcog.org/news): News, events and announcements for ETCOG. - [Public Safety Services](https://www.etcog.org/public-safety-services): Assisting the region with all-hazards planning, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts, while strengthening the regional 9-1-1 system and helping local communities and first responders coordinate resources and training. - [Membership](https://www.etcog.org/membership): We proudly serve a membership of 14 counties, 79 cities and over 30 ISDs and special districts. Find out about our membership services and benefits. - [Closed Landfill Inventory](https://www.etcog.org/closed-landfill-inventory): The ETCOG solid waste program keeps a closed landfill inventory for East Texas. Check here for closed landfill locations and maps. - [Transportation Services](https://www.etcog.org/transportation-services): Providing safe, reliable, and friendly transit services to the fourteen counties in our East Texas region. - [Report Illegal Dumping](https://www.etcog.org/rid): Report an active illegal dumper or an illegal dump site. Include pictures and tag your location on the map to assist the authorities. Bookmark this site on your phone and report from the scene. - [Communications](https://www.etcog.org/internalcommunications): The project submission form for ETCOG internal communications. - [Panola County](https://www.etcog.org/panola-county): regional directory, panola, east texas - [Economic Development](https://www.etcog.org/economic-development): Assisting East Texas jurisdictions and the business community through planning, recovery assistance, grants, and loan services. - [GIS & IT Services](https://www.etcog.org/gis-it-services): We began offering technology solutions to our members over 10 years ago with the creation of customized GIS mapping services and 9-1-1 address mapping. We have since expanded to serve our member's IT, GIS, and other technology needs at an affordable cost. - [Kilgore](https://www.etcog.org/kilgore): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Henderson](https://www.etcog.org/henderson): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Solid Waste Program](https://www.etcog.org/solid-waste): ETCOG is the state designated organization for municipal solid waste (MSW) planning in the 14 county region. - [Clarksville City](https://www.etcog.org/clarksville-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Pittsburg](https://www.etcog.org/pittsburg): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Environmental Programs](https://www.etcog.org/environmental-programs): We help guide and promote collaboration among regional public entities to progressively address common environmental issues and development challenges. - [VFC Application](https://www.etcog.org/vfc-application-25): Apply for the Veteran-Friendly Community initiative to help cities & counties address challenges. Submit by December 19, 2025, for recognition. - [Upshur County](https://www.etcog.org/upshur-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Municipal Solid Waste Grants](https://www.etcog.org/solid-waste-grants): Local governments and special districts have the opportunity to receive grant funds from the East Texas Council of Governments funded by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). To support regional waste minimization efforts in ETCOG’s fourteen (14) county region, the solid waste program is accepting applications for its annual Municipal Solid Waste grant funds. - [Attend the Event](https://www.etcog.org/attend-the-event): Attend the East Texas Reception! On behalf of the East Texas County Judges and Commissioners, the East Texas Council of Governments cordially invites all East Texas elected officials, civic, business and not-for-profit leaders to join us as we visit with our legislators in Austin and let them know what is important to East Texans. - [Emergency Alerts](https://www.etcog.org/alerts): Rave Alert enables ETCOG jurisdictions to alert their communities instantly when seconds count. Administrators can send out multi-modal notifications in rapid succession through an easy-to-use, interface from any Internet-connected device. From everyday usage to a catastrophic event, administrators can send out thousands of messages to residents instantly and reliably — all in three clicks. To sign up for alerts, click the button below and fill out a quick form. You will be asked to select the areas within East Texas you wish to receive alerts about. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.etcog.org/privacy-policy): Read the East Texas Council of Governments' Privacy Policy on data protection, user rights, and compliance. Your privacy is our priority. - [Wood County](https://www.etcog.org/wood-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Harrison County](https://www.etcog.org/harrison-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Henderson County](https://www.etcog.org/henderson-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Cherokee County](https://www.etcog.org/cherokee-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Edgewood](https://www.etcog.org/edgewood): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Employment](https://www.etcog.org/employment): ETCOG employment, job availability, and benefits. - [Hawkins](https://www.etcog.org/hawkins): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Mineola](https://www.etcog.org/mineola): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Moore Station](https://www.etcog.org/moore-station): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Frankston](https://www.etcog.org/frankston): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Trinidad](https://www.etcog.org/trinidad): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Alba](https://www.etcog.org/alba): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Berryville](https://www.etcog.org/berryville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Procurements](https://www.etcog.org/procurements): Open procurements for the East Texas Council of Governments. - [Harrison County](https://www.etcog.org/harrison-county-solutions): This report offers information and stats on how we served Gregg County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Councils of Governments](https://www.etcog.org/councils-of-governments): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Uncertain](https://www.etcog.org/uncertain): Elected and appointed official contacts for the city of Uncertain, TX. - [ETCOG 101 Workshops](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-101-workshops): Join ETCOG 101 Workshops to learn about regional collaboration, job training, & public safety. Register now for limited-space sessions! - [Executive Recruitment](https://www.etcog.org/executive-recruitment): ETCOG offers executive recruitment services, helping you recruit for your next City Manager. We understand funding can be limited and we are able to utilize our existing resources to assist you with this effort at a reduced cost. Our team here at ETCOG has over 40 years of experience in recruitment, human resources, public relations, and marketing. - [Wills Point](https://www.etcog.org/wills-point): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [East Texas Legislators](https://www.etcog.org/east-texas-legislators): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Home](https://www.etcog.org/): We serve as the bridge between federal, state, and local governments, helping cities and counties solve challenges and impact the future regionally. - [Veteran-Friendly Community](https://www.etcog.org/veteran-friendly-community): Get your city designated as a Veteran Friendly Community! This program formally recognizes communities whose priorities and efforts have provided a Veteran-Friendly Community within the State of Texas. - [AI Institute](https://www.etcog.org/ai-institute): The AI Network was created to help local governments take practical steps toward using artificial intelligence, without needing an IT department, a big budget, or outside consultants. This network gives your agency access to shared AI tools, public sector training, and vetted vendors, all supported by a governance structure that protects your data and keeps humans in charge. - [Noonday](https://www.etcog.org/noonday): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Cherokee County](https://www.etcog.org/cherokee-county-solutions): This report offers information and stats on how we served Cherokee County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Broadband](https://www.etcog.org/broadband-planning): Discover how ETCOG tackles rural broadband challenges in East Texas. Contact us for more. - [Troup](https://www.etcog.org/troup): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Senior Services](https://www.etcog.org/aging-services): We administer the Area Agency on Aging of East Texas whose programs are tailored to meet the social, nutritional, educational and logistical needs of residents age 60 years old and above in our region. - [Workforce Development & Child Care](https://www.etcog.org/workforce-development): We administer Workforce Solutions East Texas to support economic development in East Texas. By offering a trained, first-class workforce, we can attract employers and make a difference in the economy and the quality of life in East Texas. - [Malakoff](https://www.etcog.org/malakoff): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Disaster Recovery Assistance](https://www.etcog.org/disaster-recovery-assistance): ETCOG pledges any resources we may have that could assist our members in the time of recovery. - [Anderson County](https://www.etcog.org/anderson-county-solutions): With the leadership and guidance of our Board, Executive Committee, and Advisory Committees, we are hard at work to serve East Texas and provide regional solutions. This report offers information and stats on how we served Anderson County in the Fiscal Year (October 1 - September 30) through our service agencies. - [Become a Sponsor](https://www.etcog.org/become-a-sponsor): Become a sponsor of the East Texas Reception! On behalf of the East Texas County Judges and Commissioners, the East Texas Council of Governments cordially invites all East Texas elected officials, civic, business and not-for-profit leaders to join us as we visit with our legislators in Austin and let them know what is important to East Texans. - [Community Development](https://www.etcog.org/community-development): The Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TxCDBG) plays a critical role in helping smaller communities in our region meet infrastructure needs in low-to-moderate income areas. Administered statewide by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), TxCDBG is the Community Development Block Grant Program for rural communities. - [Carthage](https://www.etcog.org/carthage): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Alto](https://www.etcog.org/alto): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Warren City](https://www.etcog.org/warren-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [East Mountain](https://www.etcog.org/east-mountain): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Hallsville](https://www.etcog.org/hallsville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Big Sandy](https://www.etcog.org/big-sandy): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Reklaw](https://www.etcog.org/reklaw): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [New London](https://www.etcog.org/new-london): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Fruitvale](https://www.etcog.org/fruitvale): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Winnsboro](https://www.etcog.org/winnsboro): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Log Cabin](https://www.etcog.org/log-cabin): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Murchison](https://www.etcog.org/murchison): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Van](https://www.etcog.org/van): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Scottsville](https://www.etcog.org/scottsville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Wells](https://www.etcog.org/wells): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Seven Points](https://www.etcog.org/seven-points): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Greeen Business](https://www.etcog.org/green-business): We help cities & counties solve challenges for a sustainable future. Contact us for tailored solutions today! - [Tyler](https://www.etcog.org/tyler): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Star Harbor](https://www.etcog.org/star-harbor): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Tool](https://www.etcog.org/tool): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Union Grove](https://www.etcog.org/union-grove): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [City Governments](https://www.etcog.org/cities): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for city governments in East Texas. - [Lindale City Manager](https://www.etcog.org/Lindale-City-Manager): ETCOG is recruiting a new City Manager for the City of Lindale, TX. This position is appointed by the City Council, and, working under the Council and Mayor, the City Manager is responsible for implementing council policies, overseeing daily municipal operations, managing the city's budget, and ensuring the efficient delivery of public services. The City Manager plans, directs, manages, and oversees the daily activities and operations of the City of Lindale, including the departments of General Administration, Community Development, Municipal Court, Tourism, Park Museum, Water/Sewer, Police, and Public Works. ## Español - [Reuniones abiertas](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/open-meetings): Stay up to date on regional decision making at ETCOG. Here is our open meeting schedule and links to upcoming meeting agendas. - [Oportunidades de subvención](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/grant-opportunities): Working with local, state and federal partners, ETCOG assists with prioritizing and administering important community development and recovery grants. - [Talleres ETCOG 101](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/etcog-101-workshops) - [Diseño digital](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/digital-design): Our team is dedicated to crafting visually stunning and strategically effective digital designs that leave a lasting impression. Whether you're looking for a captivating website, engaging social media graphics, or a complete brand overhaul, we have the expertise to bring your vision to life. - [Bolsa de trabajo regional](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/regional-job-board): East Texas jobs of ETCOG members. - [Winona](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/winona): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Caney City](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/caney-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Finanzas](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/financials): ETCOG discloses the financial health of the organization in our Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. We provide this information in order to ensure transparency in all financial matters. - [Gran salina](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/grand-saline): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Broadband Planning Initiative](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/broadband-planning) - [Condado de Wood](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/wood-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Marshall](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/marshall): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Condado de Panola](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/panola-county): regional directory, panola, east texas - [Wills Point](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/wills-point): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Consejos de Gobiernos](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/councils-of-governments): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Palestine](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/palestine): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Asiste al evento](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/attend-the-event): Attend the East Texas Reception! On behalf of the East Texas County Judges and Commissioners, the East Texas Council of Governments cordially invites all East Texas elected officials, civic, business and not-for-profit leaders to join us as we visit with our legislators in Austin and let them know what is important to East Texans. - [Edgewood](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/edgewood): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Log Cabin](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/log-cabin): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gallatin](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gallatin): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Hallsville](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/hallsville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Poynor](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/poyner): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [East Tawakoni](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/east-tawakoni): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Elkhart](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/elkhart): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Solicitudes de subvenciones para el año fiscal 21](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/fy21-grant-applications): Grant Applicants for FY 2021 Solid Waste Funds - [Más servicios](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/more-services): At ETCOG we are dedicated to providing quality customer service to our members and residents of East Texas. Either directly, or through our contractors, ETCOG provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers and job seekers. With the help of our contractors we also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services; and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, information technology assistance, and environmental grant funding for the region. - [Servicios](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/services): At ETCOG we are dedicated to providing quality customer service to our members and residents of East Texas. Either directly, or through our contractors, ETCOG provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers and job seekers. With the help of our contractors we also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services; and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, information technology assistance, and environmental grant funding for the region. - [Servicios para personas mayores](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/aging-services): We administer the Area Agency on Aging of East Texas whose programs are tailored to meet the social, nutritional, educational and logistical needs of residents age 60 years old and above in our region. - [Alertas de emergencia](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/alerts): Rave Alert enables ETCOG jurisdictions to alert their communities instantly when seconds count. Administrators can send out multi-modal notifications in rapid succession through an easy-to-use, interface from any Internet-connected device. From everyday usage to a catastrophic event, administrators can send out thousands of messages to residents instantly and reliably — all in three clicks. To sign up for alerts, click the button below and fill out a quick form. You will be asked to select the areas within East Texas you wish to receive alerts about. - [Asistencia de recuperación ante desastres](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/disaster-recovery-assistance): ETCOG pledges any resources we may have that could assist our members in the time of recovery. - [Public Safety Services](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/public-safety-services): Assisting the region with all-hazards planning, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts, while strengthening the regional 9-1-1 system and helping local communities and first responders coordinate resources and training. - [Servicios de transporte](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/transportation-services): Providing safe, reliable, and friendly transit services to the fourteen counties in our East Texas region. - [Report Illegal Dumping](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/report-illegal-dumping): Want to do something about illegal dumping in East Texas? Download our free app and report it! We will take care of the rest. - [Programas ambientales](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/environmental-programs): We help guide and promote collaboration among regional public entities to progressively address common environmental issues and development challenges. - [Economic Development](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/economic-development): Assisting East Texas jurisdictions and the business community through planning, recovery assistance, grants, and loan services. - [Enviar mensaje de texto al 911](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/text-911): East Texas Council of Governments’ Regional 9-1-1 Program is pleased to announce the availability of Text to 9-1-1 service in Anderson, Camp, Cherokee, Gregg, Marion, Panola, Rains, Upshur, Van Zandt and Wood Counties. Text to 9-1-1 is a service that allows citizens to send a text message directly to 9-1-1 for assistance in the event they are unable to make a voice call. - [Public Information Request](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/public-information-request): Tips on how to submit a successful open records request. - [Casa](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx) - [Membership](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/membership): We proudly serve a membership of 14 counties, 79 cities and over 30 ISDs and special districts. Find out about our membership services and benefits. - [Desarrollo de la fuerza laboral y cuidado infantil](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/workforce-development): We administer Workforce Solutions East Texas to support economic development in East Texas. By offering a trained, first-class workforce, we can attract employers and make a difference in the economy and the quality of life in East Texas. - [GIS & IT Services](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gis-it-services): We began offering technology solutions to our members over 10 years ago with the creation of customized GIS mapping services and 9-1-1 address mapping. We have since expanded to serve our member's IT, GIS, and other technology needs at an affordable cost. - [Executive Recruitment](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/executive-recruitment): ETCOG offers executive recruitment services, helping you recruit for your next City Manager. We understand funding can be limited and we are able to utilize our existing resources to assist you with this effort at a reduced cost. Our team here at ETCOG has over 40 years of experience in recruitment, human resources, public relations, and marketing. - [Programa de Residuos Sólidos](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/solid-waste): ETCOG is the state designated organization for municipal solid waste (MSW) planning in the 14 county region. - [Brownsboro](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/brownsboro): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Warren City](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/warren-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gary](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gary): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [East Texas Legislators](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/east-texas-legislators): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Trinidad](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/trinidad): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Entrenamiento Virtual Aflac](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/virtual-aflac-training): Virtual Aflac Training - [Mineola](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/mineola): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [White Oak](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/white-oak): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Directorio regional](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/regional-directory): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Winnsboro](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/winnsboro): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Murchison](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/murchison): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Van Zandt County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/van-zandt-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [New Chapel Hill](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/new-chapel-hill): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Contacto](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/contact): Contact information for ETCOG. - [Gladewater](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gladewater): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Longview](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/longview): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Troup](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/troup): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gregg County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gregg-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Condado de Smith](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/smith-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gilmer](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gilmer): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [New London](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/new-london): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Gun Barrel City](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/gun-barrel-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Yantis](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/yantis): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Empleo](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/employment): ETCOG employment, job availability and benefits. - [Mabank](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/mabank): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [East Mountain](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/east-mountain): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Social Media](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/social-media): Follow us on social media to keep up with ETCOG information and events! - [Lindale](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/lindale): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [New Summerfield](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/new-summerfield): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Pittsburg](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/pittsburg): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Van](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/van): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Rocky Mound](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/rocky-mound): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Marion County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/marion-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Chandler](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/chandler): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Tool](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/tool): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Cherokee County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/cherokee-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Canton](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/canton): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Beckville](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/beckville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Conviértete en patrocinador](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/become-a-sponsor): Become a sponsor of the East Texas Reception! On behalf of the East Texas County Judges and Commissioners, the East Texas Council of Governments cordially invites all East Texas elected officials, civic, business and not-for-profit leaders to join us as we visit with our legislators in Austin and let them know what is important to East Texans. - [Acerca de](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/about): We are a voluntary association of counties, cities, school districts and special districts within the fourteen-county East Texas region. We assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit and coordinating for sound regional development. Either directly, or through our contractors, ETCOG provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers and job seekers. We also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services; and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, grant writing services and environmental grant funding for the region. - [Tatum](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/tatum): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Alba](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/alba): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Star Harbor](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/star-harbor): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Quitman](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/quitman): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Eustace](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/eustace): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Siete puntos](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/seven-points): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Hawkins](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/hawkins): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Arena grande](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/big-sandy): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Incierto](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/uncertain): Elected and appointed official contacts for the city of Uncertain, TX. - [City Governments](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/cities): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for city governments in East Texas. - [Instituto de IA](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/ai-institute): The AI Network was created to help local governments take practical steps toward using artificial intelligence, without needing an IT department, a big budget, or outside consultants. This network gives your agency access to shared AI tools, public sector training, and vetted vendors, all supported by a governance structure that protects your data and keeps humans in charge. - [Negocios verdes](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/green-business): We help cities & counties solve challenges for a sustainable future. Contact us for tailored solutions today! - [Lakeport](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/lakeport): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Kilgore](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/kilgore): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Whitehouse](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/whitehouse): All the contacts you need in one place! 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Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Thank You to our Sponsors!](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/sponsorthanks): Thank you the sponsors of the East Texas Reception - [Estación de Moore](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/moore-station): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Cuney](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/cuney): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Union Grove](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/union-grove): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Clarksville City](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/clarksville-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Payne Springs](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/payne-springs): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Rusk](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/rusk): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Arp](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/arp): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Berryville](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/berryville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Revisiones del plan de construcción](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/planreviews): We offer fast, reliable, and affordable Building Plan Review services to our member jurisdictions for commercial and non-commercial building code reviews. - [Subvenciones para residuos sólidos municipales](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/solid-waste-grants): Local governments and special districts have the opportunity to receive grant funds from the East Texas Council of Governments funded by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). To support regional waste minimization efforts in ETCOG’s fourteen (14) county region, the solid waste program is accepting applications for its annual Municipal Solid Waste grant funds. - [Condado de Anderson](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/anderson): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Upshur County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/upshur-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Cartago](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/carthage): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Punto](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/point): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Recepción del este de Texas](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/easttexasreception): On behalf of the East Texas County Judges and Commissioners, the East Texas Council of Governments cordially invites all East Texas elected officials, civic, business and not-for-profit leaders to join us as we visit with our legislators in Austin and let them know what is important to East Texans. - [Contactos ETCOG](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/etcog-contacts): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Harrison County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/harrison-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Jefferson](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/jefferson): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Mount Enterprise](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/mount-enterprise): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Camp County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/camp-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Scottsville](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/scottsville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Malakoff](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/malakoff): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Reklaw](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/reklaw): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Edom](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/edom): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Condado de Rains](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/rains-county): All the contacts you need in one place! 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Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Adquisiciones](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/procurements): Open procurements for the East Texas Council of Governments. - [Jacksonville](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/jacksonville): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Ciudad Mineral](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/ore-city): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Atenas](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/athens): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Henderson County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/henderson-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Fruitvale](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/fruitvale): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Accessibility ](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/accessibility) - [News](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/news): News, events and announcements for ETCOG. - [Mediodía](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/noonday): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Rusk County](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/rusk-county): All the contacts you need in one place! Visit the Regional Directory for local contact information for cities, counties, ISDs, councils of governments, and administration staff. - [Desarrollo comunitario](https://www.etcog.org/es-mx/community-development): The Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TxCDBG) plays a critical role in helping smaller communities in our region meet infrastructure needs in low-to-moderate income areas. Administered statewide by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), TxCDBG is the Community Development Block Grant Program for rural communities. ## Blog Posts - [TCEQ Launches Program to Reduce Emissions from Stationary Sources](https://www.etcog.org/tceq-launches-emission-reduction) - [USDA is Now Accepting Applications for Rural Businesses and Community Development Projects](https://www.etcog.org/usda-is-now-accepting-applications-for-rural-businesses-and-community-development-projects) - [SBA Launches $1 Million Patriot Pitch Competition to Showcase America’s Entrepreneurs](https://www.etcog.org/sba-1-million-competition-250-event) - [Grant Opportunity for: Clean Land, Healthy Communities](https://www.etcog.org/grant-opportunity-for-clean-land-healthy-communities) - [Application Period for Water Supply and Infrastructure Grants Now Open](https://www.etcog.org/water-supply-and-infrastructure-grants-now-open) - [ETCOG Awards Civic Marketplace to Expand Cooperative Purchasing for Rural Communities, Schools, and Local Districts](https://www.etcog.org/civic-marketplace-partnership-for-cogworks) - [ETCOG Awarded for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 24 Consecutive Years](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-excellence-in-financial-reporting-award-24-years) - [Everyone Deserves Equal Access to Housing: Know Your Rights](https://www.etcog.org/fair-housing-2026) - [Area Agency on Aging is Seeking Public Comments on 2027-2029 Area Plan](https://www.etcog.org/aaa-seeks-comments-on-2027-2029-area-plan) - [ETCOG Honors Eight East Texans for Service, Courage, and Regional Leadership](https://www.etcog.org/109th-bod-regional-awards-ceremony) - [ETCOG to Present Eight Regional Awards Honoring East Texans at Thursday Board Meeting](https://www.etcog.org/109th-bod-to-be-held-mar19-26) - [Big Changes at Longview and Tyler Workforce Centers](https://www.etcog.org/big-changes-at-longview-and-tyler-workforce-centers) - [ETCOG to Host Free SAFVIC Training for East Texas Peace Officers](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-safvic-training-apr-2026) - [ETCOG Awards Two East Texas Cities with Veteran-Friendly Community Designation](https://www.etcog.org/vfc-designations-2026) - [Join ETCOG and Texas Department of Agriculture for a TxCDBG Outreach Meeting](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-outreach-meeting-mar-12-2026) - [ETCOG Requests Nominations from the Public for Regional Service Awards](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-requests-nominations-for-2025-awards) - [Texas Department of Agriculture Policy & Grant Tool Updates](https://www.etcog.org/tda-policy-grant-tool-updates) - [Lakeport Expands Broadband Access With Regional Support](https://www.etcog.org/lakeport-expands-broadband-access-with-regional-support) - [ETCOG Announces Re-Appointment of Leadership for CEO-RTPO Board](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-ceo-rtpo-appointments-25) - [GoBus Maintenance Facility Opens With Strong Community Support](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-maintenance-facility-opens-with-strong-community-support) - [Criminal Justice Grant Funding Available for East Texas Public Safety Projects](https://www.etcog.org/homeland-security-and-criminal-justice-grant-funding-available-for-east-texas-public-safety-projects) - [$3.1M in Criminal Justice Grants to Improve Public Safety and Support Victims of Crime Approved for East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/3m-in-criminal-justice-grants-announced-2026): $3.1M in Criminal Justice Grants Approved for East Texas - [Veterans and Job Seekers Connect at Hiring Red, White & You! Job Fair in Longview](https://www.etcog.org/veterans-and-job-seekers-connect-at-hiring-red-white-you-job-fair-in-longview) - [ETCOG Honored with 2025 Impact Award from the National Association of Development Organizations](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-honored-with-nado-impact-award-2025) - [Now Accepting Applications: 2025 Veteran-Friendly Community Designation](https://www.etcog.org/now-accepting-applications-2025-veteran-friendly-community-designation) - [Whitehouse Mayor James Wansley Named Vice President of the Texas Association of Regional Councils Board](https://www.etcog.org/whitehouse-mayor-james-wansley-named-vice-president-of-the-texas-association-of-regional-councils-boardb253f23a) - [Revitalize East Texas: Funding Available for Brownfield Site Assessment](https://www.etcog.org/funding-available-for-brownfield-site-assessment) - [TxCDBG announcement: Public Comment period for the Draft 2025 State of Texas Consolidated Plan Annual Performance Report](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-comment-period-performance-report-24) - [Whitehouse Mayor James Wansley Named Vice President of the Texas Association of Regional Councils Board](https://www.etcog.org/wansley-named-tarc-vp) - [Join Us for a Grand Opening Ceremony for our New GoBus Maintenance Facility!](https://www.etcog.org/maintenance-facility-grand-opening) - [Solid Waste FY 26/27 Grant Applications Public & Private Review Period](https://www.etcog.org/solid-waste-fy-26-27-grant-applications-public-private-review-period) - [ETCOG Announces Whitehouse Mayor James Wansley as Chairman and Welcomes New Board Officers, Executive Committee Member Terms](https://www.etcog.org/fy26-chairman-officers-ec-terms): ETCOG Announces New Chairman, Officers, Board Member Terms - [Call for Applications for Veteran Friendly Community Designation](https://www.etcog.org/call-for-applications-for-veteran-friendly-community-designation) - [Request for Applications: High Demand Job Training Grant FY26](https://www.etcog.org/request-for-applications-high-demand-job-training-grant-fy26) - [ETCOG Board of Directors to Consider $86M Budget for Fiscal Year 2026](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-to-consider-fy26budget) - [ETCOG Welcomes Adrian Cornejo as New Director of Aging Programs](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-welcomes-adrian-cornejo-as-aaa-director) - [Call for Applications for Regional Solid Waste Minimization Projects](https://www.etcog.org/call-for-applications-sw-grants-26-27) - [GoBus Wins Marketing Spotlight Award from South West Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-wins-stwa-marketing-spotlight-award) - [You're Invited: Three Dates Set for ETCOG 101 Workshops](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-101-workshops-2025) - [Strategic Listening Session on Veteran-Led Community Revitalization Coming to Kilgore](https://www.etcog.org/strategic-listening-session-on-veteran-led-community-revitalization-coming-to-kilgore) - [Environmental Law Training Courses Offered by ETCOG ](https://www.etcog.org/free-environmental-law-training-courses-offered-by-etcog) - [ETCOG Receives National Recognition for Veteran-Friendly Community Program](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-receives-national-recognition-for-veteran-friendly-community-program) - [ETCOG Hires Kimbrough to Manage Business Lending Programs](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-hires-kimbrough-to-manage-business-lending-programs) - [Texas Veterans Commission Awards ETCOG $250K for Veteran Transport with GoBus](https://www.etcog.org/2025-2026-veteran-transportation-award): ETCOG Receives $250K Grant for Veteran Transport with GoBus - [ETCOG Seeks Nominations for Brownfield Site Assessments in East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/brownfield-site-nominations): ETCOG Seeks Nominations for Brownfield Sites in East Texas - [TxCDBG Testimonial: Kilgore’s Strategic Grant Wins Fast-Track Downtown Improvements](https://www.etcog.org/cdbg-testimonial-kilgore-downtown-improvements) - [Important BEAD Deadline Approaching to Apply for Broadband Funding](https://www.etcog.org/bead-round1-deadline-approaching): Important Deadline Approaching to Apply for Broadband Funding - [Area Agency on Aging to Host Four Community Events Celebrating Older Americans Month](https://www.etcog.org/area-agency-on-aging-to-host-four-community-events-celebrating-older-americans-month) - [GoBus Facility Nearing Completion](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-facility-nearing-completion) - [ETCOG Explores Regional Employer Health Insurance Consortium Following Strong Interest](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-explores-regional-employer-health-insurance-consortium-following-strong-interest) - [April is Fair Housing Month: Know Your Rights](https://www.etcog.org/april-is-fair-housing-month-know-your-rights) - [ETCOG to Host Hiring Event for GoBus Public Transit Positions on March 27](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-hiring-event-march-27) - [ETCOG Honors Regional Leaders for Outstanding Contributions at 107th Board of Directors Meeting](https://www.etcog.org/2025-regional-award-winners): ETCOG Honors Regional Leaders for Outstanding Contributions - [ETCOG to Honor East Texans for Exemplary Contributions to the Region at Board of Directors Meeting on Tuesday](https://www.etcog.org/107th-board-of-directors-march-2025-regional-awards) - [ETCOG Invites Members to Discuss a Regional Employer Health Insurance Consortium](https://www.etcog.org/health-insurance-consortium-meetings) - [ETCOG Awards Two East Texas Cities with Veteran-Friendly Community Designation](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awards-veteran-friendly-communities): ETCOG Awards Two Cities a Veteran-Friendly Community Designation - [New Recycling Facility Opens in Kilgore, Advancing Sustainability in East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/new-etx-recycling-facility) - [ETCOG Releases 2024 Regional Solutions Reports](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-releases-2024-solutions-reports) - [ETCOG Allocates $81,429.64 to East Texas Projects for Solid Waste Reduction Efforts](https://www.etcog.org/fy25-sw-grant-allocations): ETCOG Allocates $81.4K to Solid Waste Reduction Projects - [TxCDBG Announcement: Applications Available for 2025 Downtown Revitalization Program](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-downtown-revitalization-program): Applications Available for 2025 Downtown Revitalization Program - [ETCOG Requests Nominations from the Public for Regional Service Awards](https://www.etcog.org/24-award-nominations) - [$3.4M in Public Safety Grants Approved for East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/3-4m-in-public-safety-grants-approved-for-east-texas-region) - [Regional Broadband Initiative Update](https://www.etcog.org/regional-broadband-initiative-update) - [Is Your Internet Unreliable? The State Needs to Know!](https://www.etcog.org/is-your-internet-unreliable-the-state-needs-to-know) - [$1.75M in Emergency Radio Infrastructure Grants Approved for East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/1-75m-in-emergency-radio-infrastructure-grants-approved-for-east-texas) - [ETCOG Wins 23rd Consecutive Financial Excellence Award](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awarded-for-excellence-in-financial-reporting-for-23-consecutive-years) - [Interested in Serving on an ETCOG Advisory Committee?](https://www.etcog.org/committee-interest) - [TxCDBG Community Development Fund Applications Due Dec. 9](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-community-development-fund-applications-due-dec-9) - [ETCOG Funds Smart911 Emergency Mass Notification System for East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-funds-smart911-emergency-mass-notification-system-for-east-texas) - [Medicare Open Enrollment Starts Today - Explore Your Options with our Certified Benefits Counselors](https://www.etcog.org/medicare-open-enrollment-starts-today-explore-your-options-with-our-certified-benefits-counselors) - [ETCOG Announces Quitman Mayor Randy Dunn as Chairman and Welcomes New Board Officers](https://www.etcog.org/fy-2025-board-officers): ETCOG Announces New Board Chairman and Officers - [ETCOG Invites Members to Discuss a Regional Employee Health Insurance Consortium](https://www.etcog.org/health-insurance-consortium-meeting): Join us to Discuss a Regional Employee Health Insurance Consortium - [Solid Waste FY 25 Grant Applications Public & Private Review Period](https://www.etcog.org/solid-waste-fy-25-grant-applications-public-private-review-period): Solid Waste FY 25 Grant Applications Public & Private Review - [ETCOG to Host TxCDBG Grant Kickoff Meeting on Oct. 15](https://www.etcog.org/cdbg-kickoff-oct-15) - [Request for Applications: High Demand Job Training Grant](https://www.etcog.org/request-for-applications-high-demand-job-training-grant) - [Announcing the Veteran-Friendly Community Designation Program](https://www.etcog.org/announcing-vfc-program) - [ETCOG to Host Free Illegal Dumping Solutions Workshop on September 30th](https://www.etcog.org/illegal-dumping-sept-30): ETCOG to Host Illegal Dumping Workshop on September 30th - [Join Us for the Broadband Round Up Virtual Meeting on September 20!](https://www.etcog.org/broadband-sept-20): Join Us for a Broadband Round Up Virtual Meeting on September 20 - [Call for Applications for Regional Solid Waste Minimization Projects](https://www.etcog.org/call-for-applications-sw-grants): Call for Applications for Solid Waste Minimization Projects - [Annual Solid Waste Grant Application Period to Open August 12](https://www.etcog.org/2024-solid-waste-grant-application-period) - [ETCOG Honored with KC's Blue Ribbon Medal of Excellence for Student Success](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-honored-with-kc-s-blue-ribbon-medal-of-excellence-for-student-success) - [ETCOG Partners with Grant Writing USA to Host Comprehensive Grant Writing Workshop](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-partners-with-grant-writing-usa-to-host-comprehensive-grant-writing-workshop) - [ETCOG Announces New Special Projects Director](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-new-special-projects-director-david-scott) - [ETCOG Executive Director Elected to National Development Board](https://www.etcog.org/nado-board-election) - [Regional Exercise to Test Interoperability Communications Among First Responders in East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/regional-exercise-to-test-interoperability-communications-among-first-responders-in-east-texas) - [ETCOG to Host Hiring Event for GoBus Operator Positions May 14th](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-hiring-event-may-14th) - [Public Hearing -TxCDBG Program Regional Project Types](https://www.etcog.org/public-hearing-txcdbg-2024) - [ETCOG Announces Regional Award Recipients for Exemplary Contributions to East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/2024-regional-award-winners): ETCOG Announces Regional Award Recipients for 2024 - [$93,500 in Funding Allocated to 15 East Texas Jurisdictions in Solid Waste Reduction Efforts](https://www.etcog.org/93-500-in-funding-allocated-to-15-east-texas-jurisdictions-in-solid-waste-reduction-efforts) - [Pinpoint your location on the 2024 solar eclipse viewing map](https://www.etcog.org/pinpoint-your-location-on-the-2024-solar-eclipse-viewing-map) - [GoBus Wins AdWheel Marketing Award from the American Public Transportation Association](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-wins-adwheel-marketing-award-from-the-american-public-transportation-association) - [Project Launch: Developing a Local Enforcement Environmental Crimes Toolkit](https://www.etcog.org/project-launch-developing-a-local-enforcement-environmental-crimes-toolkit) - [COGWORKS' New Purchasing Contracts Bring Value to Your Agency](https://www.etcog.org/cogworks-new-purchasing-contracts-2024) - [ETCOG is Seeking Nominations for Regional Service Awards](https://www.etcog.org/2023-regional-awards-nominations) - [Unlocking Solutions to Illegal Dumping: Comprehensive Local Environmental Enforcement Workshop](https://www.etcog.org/env-enforcement-workshop-feb-13): Local Environmental Enforcement Workshop Set for Feb 13 - [ETCOG’s Rural Transportation Planning Organization Announces Major Development In I-20 Corridor Intercity Passenger Rail Service](https://www.etcog.org/etcogs-rtpo-announces-passenger-rail-grant): ETCOG Announces I-20 Corridor Intercity Passenger Rail Grant - [Homeland Security, Criminal Justice Grant Funding Available for East Texas Public Safety Projects](https://www.etcog.org/homeland-security-criminal-justice-grant-funding-available-for-east-texas-public-safety-projects) - [ETCOG Wins Impact Award from National Member Organization for Regional Broadband Planning Initiative](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-wins-impact-award-from-national-member-organization-for-regional-broadband-planning-initiative): ETCOG Wins Impact Award from National Organization for Broadband Planning - [ETCOG to Host TxCDBG Grant Kickoff Meeting on Nov. 30](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-kickoff-nov-30) - [ETCOG Awards 2023 Employee of the Year](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awards-2023-employee-of-the-year) - [ETCOG Announces Harrison County Commissioner William Hatfield as Chairman and New Board Officers](https://www.etcog.org/fy24-chair-officers): Welcome Commissioner William Hatfield as Chair and New Officers - [ETCOG Awarded TVC Grant to Assist with Veteran Transportation](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awarded-tvc-grant-to-assist-with-veteran-transportation) - [GoBus Receives 2023 Excellence in Regional Transportation Award from the National Association of Development Organizations](https://www.etcog.org/2023-nado-transportation-award): GoBus Receives NADO's Excellence in Regional Transportation Award - [Solid Waste Grant Applications Public & Private Review Period](https://www.etcog.org/sw-grant-review-24) - [Area Agency on Aging to host 32nd Annual REACH Conference to Educate Individuals Who Work with Seniors](https://www.etcog.org/reach-conf-2023): AAA to host Conference for Individuals Who Work with Seniors - [ETCOG Board to Hear from State USDA-Rural Development Director Lillian Salerno and Consider $83.4M Budget](https://www.etcog.org/104th-board-meeting): ETCOG Board Hosts State Director Lillian Salerno, Vote on Budget - [East Texas Broadband Planning Initiative Update, Texas Legislation - 88th Session](https://www.etcog.org/broadband-planning-update-legislation) - [GoBus Wins Marketing Spotlight Awards from South West Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-wins-marketing-spotlight-awards-from-swta): GoBus Wins Marketing Spotlight Awards from SW Transit Association - [Fair Housing Survey: Ensuring Equal Opportunity for All](https://www.etcog.org/fair-housing-survey-2023) - [GoBus Operations Manager Katey Pilgram Selected to Serve on Statewide Committee](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-operations-manager-katey-pilgram-selected-to-serve-on-statewide-committee) - [Call for Applications for FY 2024 Solid Waste Grant Funds](https://www.etcog.org/call-for-applications-for-fy-2024-solid-waste-grant-funds) - [ETCOG to Host Advanced Illegal Dumping Workshop](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-advanced-illegal-dumping-workshop-2023) - [Broadband Development Office Invites Community Members to Public Meeting in Longview](https://www.etcog.org/broadband-development-office-longview-public-meeting-aug1): Broadband Development Office to Hold Public Meeting in Longview - [ETCOG Secures $1 Million Brownfields Assessment Coalition Grant to Foster Environmental and Economic Revitalization](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-secures-1-million-brownfields-assessment-coalition-grant-to-foster-environmental-and-economic-revitalization) - [TARC Board Holds Meeting in East Texas for COG Representatives Across the State](https://www.etcog.org/tarc-board-holds-meeting-in-east-texas-for-cog-representatives-across-the-state): TARC Board Holds Meeting in East Texas - [New Reporting System Helps Combat Illegal Dumping and Keep Communities Clean](https://www.etcog.org/new-reporting-system-helps-combat-illegal-dumping-and-keep-communities-clean) - [ETCOG Awarded for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 22 Consecutive Years](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awarded-for-excellence-in-financial-reporting-for-22-consecutive-years) - [GoBus Receives Good Maintenance Score from TxDOT Audit](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-receives-good-maintenance-score-from-txdot-audit) - [ETCOG Announces New Leadership for CEO-RTPO Board](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-new-leadership-for-ceo-rtpo-board) - [EDA Announces University Center Program Funding Opportunity](https://www.etcog.org/eda-announces-university-center-program-funding-opportunity) - [Rusk County Joins ETCOG 9-1-1 Addressing Program](https://www.etcog.org/rusk-county-joins-etcog-9-1-1-addressing-program) - [ETCOG, City of Longview to Host Two-Day Environmental Enforcement Workshop](https://www.etcog.org/environmental-enforcement-workshop) - [ETCOG Staff Member Receives Rising Star Award from Texas Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-staff-member-receives-rising-star-award-from-texas-transit-association) - [ETCOG to Host Hiring Event for GoBus Operator Positions April 27th](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-hiring-event-for-gobus-operator-positions-april-27th) - [HUD Commemorates National Fair Housing Month 2023](https://www.etcog.org/hud-commemorates-national-fair-housing-month-2023) - [ETCOG Announces Regional Award Recipients for Exemplary Contributions to East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/2022-regional-awards-recipients-announced) - [Texas Community Development Block Grant Funds Awarded for FY 2022](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-awards-fy-2022) - [ETCOG Funds Smart 911 Emergency Mass Notification System for East Texas Jurisdictions to Offer Citizen Emergency Alerts](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-funds-smart-911-emergency-alerts): ETCOG Funds Smart 911 Emergency Mass Notification System - [TxCDBG Community Development Fund Applications Due May 3, 2023](https://www.etcog.org/txcdbg-applications-due-may-3-2023) - [ETCOG to Announce Regional Service Awards](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-announce-regional-service-awards) - [$4.5M in Public Safety Grants Approved for East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/4m-in-public-safety-grants-approved) - [East Texans Asked to Help Verify New FCC Broadband Map](https://www.etcog.org/east-texans-asked-to-help-verify-new-fcc-broadband-map) - [ACL Releases Two New Grant Opportunities for Innovations in Nutrition Programs and Services for Older Adults](https://www.etcog.org/acl-releases-two-new-grant-opportunities-for-innovations-in-nutrition-programs-and-services-for-older-adults) - [Homeland Security Grant Funding Available for East Texas Public Safety Projects](https://www.etcog.org/fy24-hs-grant-workshops) - [Broadband Study & Action Plans Completed for Seven East Texas Counties](https://www.etcog.org/7-broadband-study-action-plans-completed): Broadband Study & Action Plans Completed for Seven Counties - [ETCOG Announces Approval to Construct New In-House Maintenance Facility](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-approval-to-construct-new-in-house-maintenance-facility) - [ETCOG Recognizes Judge Robert Johnston for 11 Years of Service](https://www.etcog.org/recognizing-judge-johnston-for-11-years-of-service) - [Grant Workshops to be Held to Assist with Applying for Criminal Justice Project Funding](https://www.etcog.org/fy24-cj-grant-workshops): Grant Workshops to be Held to Apply for Criminal Justice Funding - [$89,000 in Funding Allocated to 16 East Texas Jurisdictions in Solid Waste Reduction Efforts](https://www.etcog.org/89-000-in-funding-allocated-to-16-east-texas-jurisdictions-in-solid-waste-reduction-efforts) - [ETCOG Wins Impact Award from National Member Organization for Regional Solutions Reports](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-wins-impact-award-from-national-member-organization-for-regional-solutions-reports) - [ETCOG's GIS Program Builds Code Enforcement App for City of Wills Point](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-gis-program-builds-code-enforcement-app): ETCOG's GIS Program Builds Code Enforcement App for Wills Point - [ETCOG Honors Commissioners Hale and Hampton with Room Dedications](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-honors-commissioners-hale-and-hampton-with-room-dedications) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas is Accepting Grant Applications for TWC's High Demand Job Training Program](https://www.etcog.org/wset-is-accepting-grant-applications-for-twc-high-demand-job-training-program): Workforce Solutions is Accepting Applications for High Demand Job Training Grant - [ETCOG to Host Hiring Event for GoBus Operator Positions October 27th](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-hiring-event-for-gobus-operator-positions-october-27th): ETCOG to Host Hiring Event for GoBus Operator Positions October 27 - [ETCOG Director Vince Huerta Elected President of the Texas Transit Association Board](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-director-vince-huerta-elected-president-of-the-texas-transit-association-board): ETCOG Director Vince Huerta Elected President of the Texas Transit Board - [ETCOG CEO/RTPO Board Chair, Judge Robert Johnston, Named President of Texas Association of Regional Councils](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-ceo-rtpo-board-chair-judge-robert-johnston-named-president-of-texas-association-of-regional-councils) - [ETCOG Awards Employee of the Year](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awards-fy22-employee-of-the-year) - [ETCOG to Host Two-Day Grant Management Workshop](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-two-day-grant-management-workshop) - [Area Agency on Aging to host 31st Annual REACH Conference to Educate Individuals Who Work with Seniors](https://www.etcog.org/area-agency-on-aging-to-host-31st-annual-reach-conference): Area Agency on Aging to host 31st Annual REACH Conference - [GoBus Launches Partnership with First Monday Trade Days in Canton](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-launches-partnership-with-first-monday-trade-days-in-canton) - [Fiscal Year 2022 Year In Review](https://www.etcog.org/fiscal-year-2022-year-in-review) - [Solid Waste Grant Applications Public & Private Review Period](https://www.etcog.org/solid-waste-grant-applications-public-private-review-period) - [ETCOG to Host Public Meeting on Community Revitalization Opportunities](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-public-meeting-on-community-revitalization-opportunities) - [ETCOG Announces Rusk Mayor Ben Middlebrooks as Chairman, New Board Officers, and Member](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-rusk-mayor-ben-middlebrooks-as-chairman-new-board-officers-and-member) - [ETCOG Board to Vote on $81.1 Million Budget](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-to-vote-on-81-1-million-budget) - [Texas Veterans Commission Awards GoBus a $100K Grant for Veteran Transport](https://www.etcog.org/texas-veterans-commission-awards-gobus-a-100k-grant-for-veteran-transport) - [Harrison County Commissioners Approve Broadband Action Plan](https://www.etcog.org/harrison-county-commissioners-approve-broadband-action-plan) - [ETCOG Board to Vote on $81.1M Budget](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-to-vote-on-81-1m-budget) - [East Texas Counties Covered in Governor's Disaster Declaration For Statewide Flood Response](https://www.etcog.org/east-texas-counties-covered-in-governor-s-disaster-declaration-for-statewide-flood-response): Governor's Disaster Declaration For Statewide Flood Response - [ETCOG Solid Waste Program Partners to Develop Children's Environmental Education Video](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-solid-waste-program-partners-to-develop-childrens-environmental-education-video) - [ETCOG Celebrates Broadband Plan Adoption in Gregg County & Formation of Middle Mile Advisory Team](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-celebrates-broadband-plan-adoption-in-gregg-county-formation-of-middle-mile-advisory-team) - [ETCOG to Seek Brownfields Funding to Support the Redevelopment of Underutilized Properties](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-seek-brownfields-funding-to-support-the-redevelopment-of-underutilized-properties) - [GoBus Wins Marketing Spotlight Awards from South West Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-wins-2022-marketing-spotlight-awards-from-south-west-transit-association) - [TxDOT Approves Nearly $150M For Statewide Transit](https://www.etcog.org/txdot-approves-nearly-150m-for-statewide-transit) - [ETCOG Wins Achievement Award from National Member Organization for Rural, Set, Go! Workforce Strategy Public Forum Series](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-wins-achievement-award-from-national-member-organization-for-rural-set-go-workforce-strategy-public-forum-series) - [We're Searching for an AmeriCorps Vista Volunteer - Advocate for Economic Development](https://www.etcog.org/2022-vista-volunteer) - [ETCOG to Host Grant Writing Workshop for Local Grant Seekers](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-grant-writing-workshop-for-local-grant-seekers) - [East Texas Council of Governments Honored with Telly Award for Solid Waste Educational Video](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-honored-with-telly-award-for-solid-waste-educational-video): ETCOG Honored with Telly Award for Solid Waste Educational Video - [Public Hearing - Texas CDBG Program Regional Project Priority Types](https://www.etcog.org/public-hearing-texas-cdbg-project-priority-types): Public Hearing - Texas CDBG Program Regional Project Priorities - [ETCOG Executive Director Celebrates 15th Anniversary](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-executive-director-celebrates-15th-anniversary) - [New Dates for Rural, Set, Go: Boost! Workforce Strategy Public Forums](https://www.etcog.org/new-dates-for-rural-set-go-forums): New Dates for Rural, Set, Go! Workforce Strategy Public Forums - [Facemasks Now Optional on GoBus](https://www.etcog.org/facemasks-now-optional-on-gobus) - [ETCOG Awarded for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Twenty-first Consecutive Year](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awarded-for-excellence-in-financial-reporting-for-twenty-first-consecutive-year) - [ETCOG Welcomes Colleen Halliburton to Oversee Area Agency on Aging Senior Programs and Services](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-welcomes-new-aaa-director): ETCOG Welcomes Colleen Halliburton to Oversee AAA Senior Programs - [HUD Commemorates National Fair Housing Month 2022](https://www.etcog.org/hud-commemorates-national-fair-housing-month-2022) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas Announces Second Year of Workforce Strategy Public Forums for Local Leaders in Rural Counties](https://www.etcog.org/second-year-of-workforce-strategy-public-forums): Second Year of Workforce Strategy Public Forums in Rural Counties - [GoBus Receives Outstanding Rural Transit System in Texas Award from the Texas Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-receives-outstanding-rural-transit-system-award): GoBus Receives Outstanding Rural Transit System Award from TTA - [Free Resources for a Trash Free Texas](https://www.etcog.org/free-resources-for-a-trash-free-texas) - [ETCOG CEO/RTPO Board Chair, Judge Robert Johnston, Receives Distinguished Service Award from Texas Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/judge-robert-johnston-receives-distinguished-service-award-from-tta): Judge Johnston Receives Distinguished Service Award from TTA - [East Texas Economic Development District Launches Data Tools to Attract New Investors & Support Businesses](https://www.etcog.org/east-texas-economic-development-district-launches-data-tools-to-attract-new-investors-support-businesses) - [ETCOG Assists Jurisdictions with Technology Needs](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-assists-jurisdictions-with-technology-needs) - [ETCOG Announces Camp County Judge A.J. Mason as Chairman, New Board Officers, and Member](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-camp-county-judge-a-j-mason-as-chairman-new-board-officers-and-member) - [$45,000 in Funding Allocated to 14 East Texas Jurisdictions in Solid Waste Reduction Efforts](https://www.etcog.org/45-000-in-funding-allocated-to-14-east-texas-jurisdictions-in-solid-waste-reduction-efforts) - [ETCOG CEO-RTPO Board Member, Judge Leward LaFleur, Appointed to Executive Committee](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-ceo-rtpo-board-member-judge-leward-lafleur-appointed-to-executive-committee): Judge Leward LaFleur Appointed to CEO - RTPO Executive Committee - [$3.5M in Public Safety Grants Approved for East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/3-5m-in-public-safety-grants-approved-for-east-texas-region) - [New Tire Recycling / Disposal Site Open in Ark-La-Tex Area](https://www.etcog.org/new-tire-recycling-disposal-site-open-in-ark-la-tex) - [Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Grant Funding Available for East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/public-safety-funding-available-fy22): Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Funding Available for ETX - [ETCOG Launches New Purchasing Cooperative – COGWORKS](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-launches-new-purchasing-cooperative-cogworks) - [ETCOG Offering Free Environmental Enforcement Class to Local Agencies](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-offering-free-environmental-enforcement-class-to-local-agencies): ETCOG Offering Free Environmental Enforcement Class to Agencies - [ETCOG to Fund Regional Police Training for FY22](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-fund-regional-police-training-for-fy22) - [Notification of Applications for FY 2022 Solid Waste Grant Funds](https://www.etcog.org/notification-of-applications-for-fy-2022-solid-waste-grant-funds) - [Certified Benefits Counselors Available to Assist You With Medicare Open Enrollment](https://www.etcog.org/certified-benefits-counselors-available-to-assist-you-with-medicare-open-enrollment): Benefits Counselors Available to Assist With Open Enrollment - [GoBus Receives Grant To Fund Veteran Transport](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-receives-grant-to-fund-veteran-transport) - [Hiring Red, White & You! Statewide Veterans Hiring Fair to Take Place November 4](https://www.etcog.org/hiring-red-white-you-statewide-veterans-hiring-fair-to-take-place-november-4): Statewide Veterans Hiring Fair to be held on November 4 - [ETCOG Receives $45K in Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-receives-45k-in-coronavirus-emergency-supplemental-funding) - [Small Business Loan Program Funds Two Projects](https://www.etcog.org/small-business-loan-program-funds-two-projects) - [ETCOG Board Welcomes New Officers, Members, and Approves Budget for FY 2022](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-welcomes-new-officers-members-and-approves-budget): ETCOG Board Welcomes New Officers, Members, and Approves Budget - [Fiscal Year 2021 Year In Review](https://www.etcog.org/fiscal-year-2021-year-in-review) - [Area Agency on Aging to Host 30th Annual REACH Conference to Educate Individuals Who Work with Seniors](https://www.etcog.org/aaa-to-host-30th-annual-reach-conference): AAA to Host 30th Annual REACH Conference on October 6-7 - [ETCOG Awards Employee of the Year](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awards-fy21-employee-of-the-year) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month](https://www.etcog.org/national-disability-employment-awareness-month-east-texas-event): WSET to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month - [Funding Announcement: FY2022 Operation Lone Star Grant Program (OLS)](https://www.etcog.org/funding-announcement-fy2022-operation-lone-star-grant-program-ols): Funding Announcement: FY2022 Operation Lone Star Grant Program - [Judge Robert Johnston Named President Elect of Texas Association of Regional Councils Board](https://www.etcog.org/judge-robert-johnston-named-president-elect-of-texas-association-of-regional-councils): Judge Robert Johnston Named President Elect of TARC - [ETCOG Board to Vote on $84.4 Million Budget](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-to-vote-on-84-4-million-budget) - [Longview Workforce Center Relocates Downtown to Kilgore College Campus](https://www.etcog.org/longview-workforce-center-relocates-downtown-to-kilgore-college-campus): Longview Workforce Center Relocates to Kilgore College Campus - [Call For Grant Applications - Municipal Solid Waste Grants Are Now Open](https://www.etcog.org/municipal-solid-waste-grants-are-now-open): Municipal Solid Waste Grants Are Now Open - [Help Us Update the Regional Solid Waste Management Plan By Taking Our Online Survey](https://www.etcog.org/online-survey-solid-waste-plan): Taking Our Online Survey on Recycling Availability in Your Area - [Area Agency on Aging to Host 30th Annual REACH Conference](https://www.etcog.org/aaa-30th-annual-reach-conference) - [EDA American Rescue Plan Resources](https://www.etcog.org/eda-american-rescue-plan-resources) - [ETCOG Director Awarded National Violence Prevention Award](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-director-awarded-national-violence-prevention-award) - [Join Us Virtually on August 26th for an Overview of $3 Billion in Grant Opportunities from the EDA](https://www.etcog.org/join-us-virtually-on-august-26th-for-an-overview-of-3-billion-in-grant-opportunities-from-the-eda): Join Us for an Overview of $3B in Grant Opportunities from EDA - [ETCOG Launches New Mobile App Enabling GoBus Customers to Manage Their Trips and Track the Bus in Real-Time](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-launches-new-mobile-app-enabling-gobus-customers-to-manage-their-trips-and-track-the-bus-in-real-time) - [ETCOG Introduces New Public Engagement Website](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-introduces-new-public-engagement-website) - [ETCOG Wins Marketing Spotlight Award from South West Transit Association](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-wins-marketing-spotlight-award-from-south-west-transit-association) - [Become an East Texas Hero - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle!](https://www.etcog.org/become-an-east-texas-hero-reduce-reuse-and-recycle) - [Area Agency on Aging of East Texas to Reopen Senior Meal Sites to the Public](https://www.etcog.org/area-agency-on-aging-of-east-texas-to-reopen-senior-meal-sites-to-the-public) - [ETCOG Invites Tornado Victims to Apply for Housing Assistance Through August 6](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-invites-tornado-victims-to-apply-for-housing-assistance-through-august-6) - [ETCOG to Host Community Meetings Offering Housing Assistance Opportunities Available to Panola and Rusk County Tornado Victims](https://www.etcog.org/housing-assistance-panola-and-rusk-county) - [Economic Development News and Upcoming Grant Opportunities](https://www.etcog.org/economic-development-news-and-upcoming-grant-opportunities) - [GoBus Announces Trip Fares Return September 1](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-announces-trip-fares-return-september-1) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas to Re-Open Centers Fully to the Public](https://www.etcog.org/workforce-solutions-east-texas-to-re-open-centers-fully-to-the-public-starting-june-14) - [ETCOG to Host Hiring Event for GoBus Operator Positions May 21st](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-to-host-hiring-event-for-gobus-operator-positions-may-21st) - [ETCOG Sponsors Disaster Debris Management Workshop](https://www.etcog.org/diaster-debris-management-workshop) - [Longview Workforce Center Location Changes](https://www.etcog.org/longview-workforce-center-location-changes) - [Area Agency on Aging Celebrates Older Americans Month May 2021: Communities of Strength](https://www.etcog.org/aaa-celebrates-older-americans-month-may-2021-communities-of-strength) - [We're Searching for an AmeriCorps Vista Volunteer - Advocate for Economic Development](https://www.etcog.org/americorps-vista-volunteer-advocate-for-economic-development) - [New County Solutions Reports and Membership Dues Statements Released for 2021](https://www.etcog.org/new-county-solutions-reports-and-membership-dues-statements-released-for-2021) - [HUD Commemorates National Fair Housing Month 2021](https://www.etcog.org/hud-commemorates-national-fair-housing-month-2021) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas to Host Spring Hiring Event with Over 60 Employers](https://www.etcog.org/workforce-solutions-east-texas-to-host-spring-hiring-event-with-over-60-employers) - [ETCOG is Seeking Feedback on Future Solid Waste Needs in East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-is-seeking-feedback-on-future-solid-waste-needs-in-east-texas) - [Texas to Open COVID-19 Vaccination to All Adults on March 29](https://www.etcog.org/texas-to-open-covid-19-vaccination-to-all-adults-on-march-29) - [Texas DSHS Announces New COVID-19 Vaccination Group](https://www.etcog.org/texas-dshs-announces-new-covid19-vaccination-group) - [Disaster Aid Available to 126 Counties Affected by Winter Storm](https://www.etcog.org/disaster-aid-available-to-126-counties-affected-by-winter-storm) - [Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Federal Approval For Automatic SNAP Benefit Replacements For 66 Disaster Counties](https://www.etcog.org/governor-abbott-hhsc-announce-federal-approval-for-automatic-snap-benefit-replacements-for-66-disaster-counties) - [Governor Abbott, TDEM Urge Texans To Submit Self Reporting Damage Survey](https://www.etcog.org/governor-abbott-tdem-urge-texans-to-submit-self-reporting-damage-survey) - [Texas Rent Relief Program Launched Bringing Rent Relief to Many East Texas Counties Not Previously Served by a Rental Assistance Program](https://www.etcog.org/texas-rent-relief-program-launched-bringing-rent-relief-to-many-east-texas-counties-not-previously-served-by-a-rental-assistance-program) - [Bid Extension Notice: Longview Real Property Lease 2021](https://www.etcog.org/bid-extension-notice-longview-real-property-lease-2021) - [$70,000 in Funding Allocated to 14 East Texas Jurisdictions in Solid Waste Reduction Efforts](https://www.etcog.org/70-000-in-funding-allocated-to-14-east-texas-jurisdictions-in-solid-waste-reduction-efforts) - [Slow Connection? We've Been Here Before - Broadband](https://www.etcog.org/slow-connection-we-ve-been-here-before-broadband) - [ETCOG Offering Scholarships for Illegal Dumping Education Courses](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-offering-scholarships-for-illegal-dumping-education-courses) - [COVID-19 Vaccine Information from the Texas Department of State Health Services](https://www.etcog.org/covid-19-vaccine-information-from-the-texas-department-of-state-health-services) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas Announces Virtual Career Fairs for Healthcare and Law Enforcement Positions](https://www.etcog.org/virtual-career-fairs-for-healthcare-and-law-enforcement-positions) - [ETCOG Receives Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Nineteenth Consecutive Year](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-receives-award-for-excellence-in-financial-reporting-for-nineteenth-consecutive-year) - [Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Grant Funding Available for East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/criminal-justice-and-homeland-security-grant-funding-available-for-east-texas-regiond7cdbfc0) - [Do you have infrastructure projects that will create jobs? Our Economic Development team can assist!](https://www.etcog.org/do-you-have-infrastructure-projects-that-will-create-jobs-our-economic-development-team-can-assist) - [UT Tyler, Workforce Solutions East Texas partner to train businesses and employees to properly sanitize during COVID](https://www.etcog.org/wset-ut-tyler-partnership) - [$2.1M in Criminal Justice Grants Allocated to Improve Public Safety and Support Victims of Crime in East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/2-1m-in-criminal-justice-grants) - [$1M in Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Allocated for East Texas Jurisdictions](https://www.etcog.org/1m-in-coronavirus-emergency-supplemental-funding-allocated-for-east-texas-jurisdictions) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas Expands Partnered Service Locations with Kilgore College and Texas Tech Satellite Campus](https://www.etcog.org/workforce-solutions-east-texas-expands-partnered-service-locations-with-kilgore-college-and-texas-tech-satellite-campus) - [Area Agency on Aging to Host 29th Annual REACH Conference Virtually Educating Hundreds Who Work with Seniors](https://www.etcog.org/area-agency-on-aging-to-host-29th-annual-reach-conference-virtually-educating-hundreds-who-work-with-seniors) - [Twenty-Two (22) Public Safety Grants Approved for East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/twenty-two-22-public-safety-grants-approved-for-east-texas) - [Red, White & You Veterans Hiring Event To Take Place November 5](https://www.etcog.org/red-white-you-veterans-hiring-event-to-take-place-november-5) - [AAA to Assist with Benefits Counseling for Medicare Beneficiaries Through Open Enrollment](https://www.etcog.org/aaa-to-assist-with-benefits-counseling-for-medicare-beneficiaries-through-open-enrollment) - [U.S. Department of Commerce Launches $25 Million SPRINT Challenge to Address Coronavirus Pandemic Through Entrepreneurship and Innovation](https://www.etcog.org/u-s-department-of-commerce-launches-25-million-sprint-challenge-to-address-coronavirus-pandemic-through-entrepreneurship-and-innovation) - [ETCOG Announces Councilwoman Merlyn Holmes as New Chairwoman](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-announces-councilwoman-merlyn-holmes-as-new-chairwoman) - [CARES Act Guidelines Require 75% of Funds to be Allocated Toward Public Health](https://www.etcog.org/cares-act-releases-guidelines-for-expenses) - [ETCOG Board to Vote on $58 Million Budget](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-to-vote-on-58-million-budget) - [East Texas Police Academy Offering Training on Gas Pump Skimmers](https://www.etcog.org/east-texas-police-academy-offering-training-on-gas-pump-skimmers) - [ETCOG Awards Employee of the Year](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-awards-employee-of-the-year) - [ETCOG Director Awarded Outstanding Public Transportation General Manager](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-director-awarded-outstanding-public-transportation-general-manager) - [$488,715 in Grant Funds Available for Prescribed Burning in Central and East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/488-715-in-grant-funds-available-for-prescribed-burning-in-central-and-east-texas) - [Economic Development Team Expansion](https://www.etcog.org/economic-development-team-expansion) - [Applications Now Open for Solid Waste Minimization Projects](https://www.etcog.org/applications-now-accepted-for-solid-waste-minimization-projects) - [Census Bureau Adapts Operations to Ensure Everyone is Counted](https://www.etcog.org/census-bureau-adapts-operations-to-ensure-everyone-is-counted) - [Area Agency on Aging Receives Funding to Expand Services for East Texas Seniors through COVID-19 Pandemic](https://www.etcog.org/area-agency-on-aging-receives-funding-to-expand-services-for-east-texas-seniors-through-covid-19-pandemic) - [5 East Texas Workforce Centers Are Now Open By Appointment](https://www.etcog.org/5-east-texas-workforce-centers-are-now-open-by-appointment) - [GoBus is now providing service into Longview from Gladewater and White Oak!](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-is-now-providing-service-into-longview-from-gladewater-and-white-oak) - [Now Seeking Vendors to Help Feed Our Seniors](https://www.etcog.org/now-seeking-vendors-to-help-feed-our-seniors) - [ETCOG Turns 50!](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-turns-50) - [Coronavirus Relief Funding for Local Jurisdictions Through the CARES Act](https://www.etcog.org/cares-act-coronavirus-aid-relief-and-economic-security-act) - [Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order To Expand Openings Of Certain Businesses and Activities](https://www.etcog.org/governor-abbott-issues-executive-order-to-expand-openings-of-certain-businesses-and-activities) - [Governor Abbott Announces Phase One To Open Texas, Establishes Statewide Minimum Standard Health Protocols](https://www.etcog.org/governor-abbott-announces-phase-one-to-open-texas) - [Criminal Justice Division Funding Announcement: Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF) Program, FY2020](https://www.etcog.org/criminal-justice-division-funding-announcement) - [Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic: Personal Protective Equipment Preservation Best Practices](https://www.etcog.org/personal-protective-equipment-preservation-best-practices) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas Precautions and Service Changes in Response to COVID-19](https://www.etcog.org/workforce-solutions-east-texas-covid-precautions) - [GoBus Limits Trips to Essential Trips Only](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-limits-trips-to-essential-trips-only) - [Postponement of Recently-Announced “Get On Board, East Texas” Region-Wide Transportation Event](https://www.etcog.org/postponement-get-on-board-day) - [GoBus Public Meetings Schedule Updated](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-public-meetings-mar-2020) - [Sign Up for Smart911 with Rave Alert](https://www.etcog.org/sign-up-for-smart911) - [ETCOG CEO/RTPO Board Chair, Judge Robert Johnston, Elected Vice President of Texas Association of Regional Councils](https://www.etcog.org/johnston-vp-tarc-board) - [Tips to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft](https://www.etcog.org/protect-yourself-from-identity-theft) - [ETCOG Receives Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Eighteenth Consecutive Year](https://www.etcog.org/awarded-gfoa-18-years) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas Service Location Changes](https://www.etcog.org/wset-service-location-changes) - [Enhancing Economic Development in East Texas](https://www.etcog.org/about-the-etedd) - [Everyone counts! Here's why an accurate Census count is important.](https://www.etcog.org/everyone-counts) - [ETCOG Contracts with New Vendor for Emergency Mass Notification System](https://www.etcog.org/mass-notification-vendor) - [Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Grant Funding Available for East Texas Region](https://www.etcog.org/public-safety-funding-available) - [Area Agency on Aging is Seeking Volunteers for the Ombudsman Program](https://www.etcog.org/ombudsman-volunteers-needed) - [Grant Workshops Scheduled to Assist Agencies Applying for Criminal Justice Funds](https://www.etcog.org/cj-grant-workshops) - [New Addition to the GoBus Fleet!](https://www.etcog.org/new-addition-to-the-gobus-fleet) - [Grant Workshops Scheduled to Assist Agencies Applying for Homeland Security Funds](https://www.etcog.org/grant-workshops-scheduled) - [Join us for a Hiring Event for GoBus Operators](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-hiring-event) - [Area Agency on Aging to Host Free Conference for Caregivers in Recognition of National Family Caregivers Month](https://www.etcog.org/area-agency-on-aging-to-host-free-conference-for-caregivers-in-recognition-of-national-family-caregivers-month) - [New GoBus Website Takes Online Requests for Trips](https://www.etcog.org/new-website-for-gobus-takes-online-trip-requests) - [Workforce Solutions East Texas to Participate in Statewide Veteran Hiring Fair](https://www.etcog.org/hrwy) - [Nationwide Census Recruitment Week](https://www.etcog.org/nationwide-census-recruitment-week) - [GoBus Announces Highest Regional Ridership Since 2014 and Receipt of New Grant Funding Award](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-announces-highest-regional-ridership-since-2014-and-receipt-of-new-grant-funding-award) - [Caregiving Conference Set for November 7th](https://www.etcog.org/caregiving-conference) - [Area Agency on Aging Offers Free Benefits Counseling Assistance for Open Enrollment](https://www.etcog.org/open-enrollment) - [ETCOG Board of Directors Elect New Officers, Executive Committee Members, and Adopt $57.4M Budget for Fiscal Year 2020](https://www.etcog.org/etcog-board-elects-officers) - [Area Agency on Aging to Educate Hundreds Who Work with Seniors at Annual REACH Conference](https://www.etcog.org/28th-reach-conference) - [Application Period Now Open for Regional Solid Waste Grant Funding](https://www.etcog.org/application-period-now-open-for-regional-solid-waste-grant-funding) - [ETCOG Board to Vote on $57.4 Million Budget](https://www.etcog.org/board-to-vote-on-2020-budget) - [Text to 9-1-1 Now Available in 10 East Texas Counties](https://www.etcog.org/text-to-9-1-1-now-available) - [ETCOG Seeks Information on Property Locations for Economic Redevelopment Grant Application](https://www.etcog.org/brownfields-property-search) - [Register for the REACH Conference!](https://www.etcog.org/reach-registration-is-now-open) - [REACH Registration Opens Soon!](https://www.etcog.org/reach-registration-opens-soon) - [GoBus Public Meeting - Marshall City Route](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-public-meeting-marshall) - [Want a job at the Workforce center?](https://www.etcog.org/want-a-job-at-the-workforce-center) - [New Building Plan Review Service Available for Member Jurisdictions](https://www.etcog.org/new-plan-review-service) - [ETCOG Receives $375,000 Grant from EDA to Create a Regional Broadband Infrastructure Development Plan](https://www.etcog.org/broadband-grant) - [Free Illegal Dumping Enforcement Conference to be Held Offering Training & Certification](https://www.etcog.org/illegal-dumping-training) - [Public Safety Exercise to Be Conducted This Week to Test Regional Interoperabilty Among First Responders](https://www.etcog.org/public-safety-exercise) - [Public Comment for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy](https://www.etcog.org/public-comment-for-comprehensive-economic-development-strategy) - [Texas Department of Agriculture Seeks Feedback on CDBG Program Changes](https://www.etcog.org/texas-dept-agriculture-meeting) - [Semi-Annual Board of Directors Meeting Set for September 19th](https://www.etcog.org/board-meeting-sept19) - [GoBus Pilot Project for Morris County](https://www.etcog.org/gobus-pilot-morris) - [ETCOG Enhances Vendor Opportunities for Senior Nutrition Program, Hosts Public Meeting for Interested Partners](https://www.etcog.org/nutrition-vendor-opportunities) - [ETCOG to Host Community Meeting Offering Housing Assistance Opportunities Available to Alto Tornado Victims](https://www.etcog.org/my-first-blog-post) - [ETCOG Announces New Information Technology & Expanded GIS Services for Members through Regional Technology Solutions Program](https://www.etcog.org/technology-solutions)