We had another terrific meeting last month. Our two technical sessions provided insight relating to the emerging topics of greenhouse gas credits and toll feasibility. These issues are expected to become hot subjects of debate on the national and local scene as interest grows in green technologies and infrastructure investment. Our main speaker, Bet Jennings Widacki of URS, provided us an update on Texas eminent domain and condemnation laws. Bet shared with us her research on the impact of... [More Info]
Rodney Daab
Frank's International, Manager of Business Development
Mr. Daab will be covering many topics of discussion that will include:
-Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo: Covering the history of the cowboy relating to the trail drives of the late 1800’s
-A brief history of the HLS&R
-An outline of the scholarship program as it relates to the youth of Texas
-An update on this year’s show
Rodney is a native Houstonian and a graduated form Texas A&M University... [More Info]
Jeff Durso
P.E. ITS Engineering, Brown and Gay Engineers, Inc.
"GIS Based Asset Management"
Asset Management Systems facilitate the management of infrastructure as well as asset valuation, reporting, and condition assessment. In addition, these systems improve operational efficiency by performing mapping of assets that facilitate streamlined planning of future upgrades, maintenance, and expansions. Mr. Durso has more than 8 years of experience in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)... [More Info]
"On-Site Mixed Oxidant Generation Equipment for Water & Wastewater Disinfection"
Water disinfection and protection of water distribution systems have been traditionally accomplished by the addition of chemical oxidants such as chlorine into the water. For many decades the most economic way to store, handle and feed chlorine has been in its gas form. However, increasing awareness of the safety hazards that chlorine gas poses to employees and the public in general... [More Info]
Texas Sterling is a leading heavy civil construction company that specializes in the building and reconstruction of transportation and water infrastructure. Texas Sterling Construction Co. is a subsidiary of Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a publicly company traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market, under the symbol STRL. Sterling ranked #240 on The 2008 ENR Top 400 Contractors List. Texas Sterling, with offices in Houston, Dallas and San Antonio, provides comprehensive civil... [More Info]
This year, we are pleased to welcome the Salvation Army Harbor Light Choir for our December Branch Meeting entertainment! The Harbor Light Choir is comprised of 10 to 14 current and former substance abuse program participants who have demonstrated success and initiative toward their recovery. These men make a one-year commitment to perform at various venues with the choir as a part of their work therapy. The Choir represents The Salvation Army as ambassadors of hope throughout Houston and... [More Info]
Remember to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the December Branch Dinner Meeting for donation to Toys for Tots. The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November, and December each year and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. Toys for Tots aims to deliver, through a shiny new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to needy youngsters that will... [More Info]
Currently, adjusted assignments to the Houston Branch include 3108 members. 57% of all National renewals (1491 members) elected to pay their Texas Section Dues.
We have started off with two great events and we are currently planning many more. Please look out for emails regarding our Holiday social and future community service projects... [More Info]
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This year, we are pleased to welcome the Salvation Army Harbor Light Choir for our December Branch Meeting entertainment! The Harbor Light Choir is comprised of 10 to 14 current and former substance abuse program participants who have demonstrated success and initiative toward their recovery. These men make a one-year commitment to perform at various venues with the choir as a part of their work therapy. The Choir represents The Salvation Army as ambassadors of hope throughout Houston and... 
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