Meetings & Events

The Alamo Area Council of Governments, in partnership with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), will host a FREE one-day training on illegal dumping. The training will be in the AACOG Boardroom on Friday, September 30th from 8:30am - 3:30pm. Lunch will be provided through the sponsorship of the San Antonio River Authority.

Description: This class is an examination of the various ways that local governments can use state criminal laws, local ordinances, and Texas civil suits to control illegal dumping and similar activities that threaten local resources and public health. This class is especially tailored for local elected officials faced with controlling these problems in their city or county but who have limited resources to use. The class will also address the various barriers that local officials face in using these laws. 

Who Should Attend? City and county elected officials and city and county staff needing a good understanding of the approaches available to control illegal dumping and related activities. Code and law enforcement officers and other city and county staff are also invited to attend.

Certifications: This class is aimed at local elected officials and will focus on policy decisions, however, the class carries three continuing education hours for code enforcement, RS, and (with the approval of their department) peace officers.

For more information please contact Shauna Duff at 210-362-5243 or sduff@aacog.com