Discussion and Action Proposed: Environmental Impact Study by Texas A&M University

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

Discussion and Action Proposed: Environmental Impact Study by Texas A&M University —Kingsville Engineering Department. My, Ivan Luna of International Consulting Engineers (I.C.E.) presented the updated proposal for a Groundwater and Brine Water Quality Evaluation for the Proposed Desalination Plant near Driscoll, Texas. The proposal from the Texas A&M University-Kingsville Engineering Department in the amount of $21,999.66 is for a study to provide data on brackish groundwater and the expected brine composition for informed design and engineering of the desalination plant. Ms. Pena made a motion to approve the proposal, Ms. Garcia seconded and all voted in favor.

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.6/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.