Multimillion-dollar renovations signal strong public sector infrastructure activity
by Mary Scott Nabers, CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc.
Major renovation projects nationwide signal strong public investment in preservation and infrastructure modernizations.
Supreme Court rules against legality of White House’s widespread tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a significant blow to the White House’s imposition of tariffs on imported goods and services.
Texas Tech tapped for $149M cybersecurity investment
Texas awarded $149 million to Texas Tech to build an EMP testing facility and expand cybersecurity research as part of a broader infrastructure protection strategy.
Bastrop County plans jail expansion, facility upgrades in $219M plan
Bastrop County approved $219 million in projects, featuring a $140 million judicial complex, jail expansion, road projects and IT upgrades.
State approval boosts $35M water well rehabilitation project in Beeville
The city of Beeville is moving forward with a $35 million water well project, rehabilitating infrastructure that will provide critical relief for local water supplies. While the project is in the design phase, the construction date has not yet been released.
$151M elementary school construction plan advances in Lubbock
Lubbock ISD has selected sites for three new elementary schools funded by a May 2025 bond, consolidating five campuses into modern facilities.
Texas university students selected for DOE research incubator
Seven Texas students were selected for the DOE Office of Science Spring research cohort at national laboratories nationwide.
More than $39M in federal housing funds available across Texas
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) announced $39.4 million in federal Home Investment Partnerships Program funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are available for single-family housing across the state.
Houston plans $61.6M Greens Road reconstruction
Houston will invest $61.6 million to reconstruct and widen Greens Road, improving drainage, mobility and flood resilience along a key airport corridor.
Pleasanton ISD names sole finalist for superintendent role
The Pleasanton ISD Board of Trustees has named Dr. John Prezas as the lone finalist for the superintendent position with the district.
Prezas, an education veteran, most recently served as a principal for Sanders Elementary School and Martin Middle School before joining the Corpus Christi Independent School District. He brings experience in leadership and public school district operations to the role with Pleasanton ISD.
Fate hires new economic development director
The city of Fate has announced the hiring of Emily Goodrum as the city’s next economic development director, effective Feb. 24.
Goodrum brings experience in complex revitalization projects, retail developments and placemaking, contributing the Fate’s long-term goals. The University of Texas at Austin grad will assist the city with various development efforts, including the Lafayette Crossing development and the Fate Station Park redevelopment.
Richland Hills names new city manager
The city of Richland Hills has announced Jason Moore as its new city manager, officially taking office earlier this week.
Moore will return to the city after spending several years working as the executive director for the Mansfield Economic Development Corporation. He brings experience in strategic planning, major developments and marketing strategies. With Richland Hills, he will guide the city’s future development efforts in coordination with other city officials.
Waco announces new chief economic development officer
The city of Waco has announced the appointment of Kent George as the city’s chief economic development officer.
George previously served as the interim director since 2024 and director from 2021 to 2023. He brings more than two decades of experience to the role, including municipal developments and capital planning. In Waco, he will lead the city’s efforts to improve economic conditions and future developments.
Department of Public Safety announces leadership changes
The Texas Department of Public Safety has announced two leadership changes following the retirement of Office of Inspector General (OIG) Assistant Chief James Lopez.
Adam Kinslow and Roland D. Luna have been promoted from within DPS. Kinslow will assume the role of assistant chief for the OIG, previously serving as DPS’ equal employment opportunity officer. Luna will oversee regulatory and permitting activities as the assistant chief of the regulatory services division, previously serving as deputy executive director for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
Governor’s Appointments (February 14 – 20)
Board of Criminal Justice
Martin Garza – Mission
Faith Johnson – Dallas (Reappointed)
Sichan Siv – San Antonio (Reappointed)
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