Monthly Archives: June 2021
Texas Bans Camping in Public Places
In recent years, many cities across the country have seen a surge in homeless populations. It is not uncommon to see a tent-city within a city, as many displaced individuals have taken to camping in public places. In large cities across the U.S., small encampments can be seen along public rights of way, under… Read More »
Abbott’s Border Promise
Earlier this month, Governor Greg Abbott revealed a new plan to revitalize the campaign promise of former President Donald Trump to build a wall at the Texas-Mexico border. The U.S. Border Patrol and Office of Field Operations has seen a dramatic increase in border encounters with the months of March, April, and May 2021… Read More »
Community Development Block Grants
It’s hurricane season here on the Gulf Coast of Texas, and it is unlikely any of us missed NOAA’s prediction of an active hurricane season. Hurricanes, heavy rain events and flooding are part of living in this part of the U.S. and flooding is a legitimate concern world-wide. It was announced recently that Houston… Read More »
What Is This “Funding” Clause and Why Is It Needed?
Contracting for goods or services is a normal part of the day-to-day operations of a municipality in Texas. As most City Attorneys already know, there are certain provisions that are required in every contract a municipality in Texas enters into. Some of these provisions can cause confusion and concern for a vendor who is… Read More »