Texas State Planning Region XVII | Golden Crescent Economic Development District
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Formed in 1968, The Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission (GCRPC) is a voluntary association of local governments and special districts within the seven-county Golden Crescent region encompassing Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca, and Victoria counties.
Upcoming MeetingsMonthly Board of Directors' Meeting: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Time: 3:00 PM Laurent Tower, 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste., 600 - Board Room Victoria, Texas 77901 Agenda To Follow Special Meeting of Executive Committee: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Time: 3:00 PM Laurent Tower, 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste., 600 - Board Room Victoria, Texas 77901 Agenda Previous Board Meeting(s): Wednesday, May 28, 2025 - Agenda Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - Agenda Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Agenda Advisory Committee Meeting(s): Regional Economic Development Advisory Committee (REDAC): Monday, June 16, 2025 Time: 3:00PM Laurent Tower, 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste., 600 - Board Room Victoria, TX 77901 Agenda Regional Environmental Resources Advisory Committee Meeting (RERAC): Thursday, April 10, 2025 Time: 2:00PM Laurent Tower, 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste., 600 - Board Room Victoria, TX 77901 Agenda Regional Public Safety Advisory Committee Meeting (RPSAC): Thursday, April 24, 2025 Time: 10:00AM Laurent Tower, 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste., 600 - Board Room Victoria, TX 77901 Agenda Regional EventsMandatory State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant Workshop:
Attendance is mandatory for any applicant wishing to apply for an SHSP grant. Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1908 N. Laurent, Suite 600, Board Room. In-person only. For additional information please contact Angela Moya, Public Safety Director, at [email protected]. |
Regional AnnouncementsThe Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for the FY 26 SHSP and Criminal Justice Program grants through the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Section.
Important Dates: Application Submission Opened: December 16, 2024 Application Workshop for Criminal Justice projects: January 7, 2025, at 1:30 PM Mandatory Application Workshop for SHSP projects: January 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM Application Deadline: February 13, 2025, by 5:00 PM Application Meeting for Scoring and Ranking: TBD Where to Apply: https://egrants.gov.texas.gov/Default.aspx eGrants is the online grant management system used by Public Safety Office programs. Register for an account, submit, and certify an application, and then manage any grant awarded to your agency. Resource Guidance: https://egrants.gov.texas.gov/resources/guidance#application-resources Mandatory Workshop for SHSP applicants: The workshop for applicants wishing to apply for SHSP grants is mandatory. Date: January 7, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Attendee Options: In-person only at 1908 N Laurent St., Ste 600, Victoria, TX 77901 Content: The meeting will cover Office of the Governor updates related to SHSP funding, best practices, and process. Homeland Security Grants scored and rank by GCRPC’s Homeland Security Sub-committee include:
The workshop for applicants is not mandatory; however, staff strongly encourages applicants to attend. Date: January 7, 2025 Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Attendee Options: In-person only at 1908 N Laurent St., Ste 600, Victoria, TX 77901 Content: The meeting will cover Office of the Governor updates related to Criminal Justice grants, best practices, and processes. Criminal Justice Grants scored and rank by GCRPC’s Criminal Justice Sub-committee include: · General Victim Assistance – Direct Services Programs · Violent Crimes Against Women Criminal Justice and Training Projects · Juvenile Service Projects · Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Programs Have any questions or need more information? Contact: Angela Moya Email: [email protected] Phone: 361-578-1587, ext. 402 Free Energy Engineering Technical Assistance for Local Governments and School Districts posted 11/22/2024
The Texas Comptroller's State Energy Conservation Office's (SECO) Energy Assessment & Technical Assistance Program seeks to help eligible public entities (i.e. cities, counties, other special-purpose districts) establish and/or further develop energy management programs. For additional information on this program click on the following links: Technical Assistance for Local Governments Technical Assistance for Schools To initiate your entity's participation in the program and request assistance with either energy or water-related technical matters, complete the request form below and email it to [email protected]. Regional Solid Waste Grants Program - Call for Projects
The Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission is accepting applications for FY24-25 Regional Solid Waste Grants Program projects. Golden Crescent Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Seeks Volunteers Volunteer advocates empower residents in nursing homes. |
Public Notices:
Service reductions in our rural service areas
The Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission (GCRPC), as the designated Rural Transit District for the Golden Crescent region, is issuing a public notice regarding impending service reductions in our rural service areas.
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NOTIFICACIÓN PUBLICO:
La Comisión de Planificación Regional del Golden Crescent (GCRPC), como el Distrito de Tránsito Rural designado para la región del Golden Crescent, emite un aviso público sobre las próximas reducciones de servicio en nuestras áreas de servicio rurales.
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Public Notices:
Victoria Transit and GC Transit will not operate public transportation services on Monday, April 7, 2025, due to mandatory staff training. This closure applies ONLY to services within Victoria and DeWitt County.
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Victoria Transit y GC Transit no van están en operación en la fecha de lunes, April 7, 2025, Por entrenamiento de personal. Está cerrada aplica no más en los servicios en los candados de DeWitt y Victoria.
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Open Notices
Victoria Transit Program - Service Reduction Notice (Posted 01/30/2025)
Notice is hereby given that the Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission (GCRPC) is intending to enact a reduction of services on March 3rd, 2025, due to fiscal constraints. The reduction in service will include the following:
Please note that fixed routes will remain unchanged.
We will keep you informed of any changes. Should you wish to submit feedback, questions, comments, or concerns please direct them to [email protected].
You may also submit by mail to the following address:
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission
1908 N Laurent ST, STE 600
Victoria, Texas 77901-5499.
NOTIFICACIÓN PUBLICO:
Se notifica por la presente que la Comisión de Planificación Regional de Golden Crescent (GCRPC) tiene la intención de reducir los servicios a partir del 3 de marzo de 2025 debido a restricciones fiscales. La reducción en el servicio incluirá lo siguiente:
Le mantendremos informado sobre cualquier cambio. Si desea enviar comentarios, preguntas o inquietudes, diríjalos a [email protected].
También puede enviarlos por correo a la siguiente dirección:
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission
1908 N Laurent ST, STE 600
Victoria, Texas 77901-5499.
Notice is hereby given that the Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission (GCRPC) is intending to enact a reduction of services on March 3rd, 2025, due to fiscal constraints. The reduction in service will include the following:
- Paratransit will no longer run on Saturday
- Paratransit operating hours will be 8AM – 5PM
Please note that fixed routes will remain unchanged.
We will keep you informed of any changes. Should you wish to submit feedback, questions, comments, or concerns please direct them to [email protected].
You may also submit by mail to the following address:
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission
1908 N Laurent ST, STE 600
Victoria, Texas 77901-5499.
NOTIFICACIÓN PUBLICO:
Se notifica por la presente que la Comisión de Planificación Regional de Golden Crescent (GCRPC) tiene la intención de reducir los servicios a partir del 3 de marzo de 2025 debido a restricciones fiscales. La reducción en el servicio incluirá lo siguiente:
- El servicio de para tránsito ya no operará los sábados.
- El horario de operación de para tránsito será de 8AM – 5PM
Le mantendremos informado sobre cualquier cambio. Si desea enviar comentarios, preguntas o inquietudes, diríjalos a [email protected].
También puede enviarlos por correo a la siguiente dirección:
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission
1908 N Laurent ST, STE 600
Victoria, Texas 77901-5499.
Closed Notices
GCRPC is seeking professional auditing services for our FY 2024 audit.
Request for Proposal Packet
Anticipated Project RFP Schedule:
May 7, 2024 - RFP Available
July 31, 2024 - Proposals Accepted Until 5:00 P.M.
Contact: Lindsey Mikulenka, Finance Director
Email: [email protected] / Phone: 361-578-1587 Ext. 401
GCRPC’s Method of Distribution for $80,317,000 in CDBG Regional Mitigation Program Fund
GLO Approval Granted
GCRPC has completed its role in the Mitigation Method of Distribution. The Texas General Land Office will reach out to eligible entities soon regarding next steps.
Click here to view the MIT-MOD Allocation Summary
For further information, the GLO have provided this website: https://recovery.texas.gov/mitigation/programs/regional-mitigation/index.html. You can contact [email protected] with any questions.
Reallocation - Local Infrastructure MOD Amendment
GCRPC’s Reallocation of $1,267,062 in CDBG-DR Funds for Local Infrastructure Projects – Method of Distribution Amendment
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission is seeking input on the Method of Distribution for $1,267,062 in Disaster Recovery Funds for Local Infrastructure Projects. The public planning period began at 8:00 AM on December 8, 2022, and ended at 5:00 PM on January 9, 2023.
Public Planning Meetings
March 1, 2023, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM or virtually
February 1, 2023, from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM or virtually.
December 7, 2022 at 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste. 600 Victoria, TX 77901 at 6:00 PM, or virtually.
Public Comment Period (Posted 5/15/23)
Opened: 12:00 PM, on May 15, 2023
Closed: 12:00 PM, on June 15, 2023.
Click here to view the Current Draft DR-MOD Allocation Summary
Click here to view the Current Draft DR-MOD Allocation Detail
Request for Proposal Packet
Anticipated Project RFP Schedule:
May 7, 2024 - RFP Available
July 31, 2024 - Proposals Accepted Until 5:00 P.M.
Contact: Lindsey Mikulenka, Finance Director
Email: [email protected] / Phone: 361-578-1587 Ext. 401
GCRPC’s Method of Distribution for $80,317,000 in CDBG Regional Mitigation Program Fund
GLO Approval Granted
GCRPC has completed its role in the Mitigation Method of Distribution. The Texas General Land Office will reach out to eligible entities soon regarding next steps.
Click here to view the MIT-MOD Allocation Summary
For further information, the GLO have provided this website: https://recovery.texas.gov/mitigation/programs/regional-mitigation/index.html. You can contact [email protected] with any questions.
Reallocation - Local Infrastructure MOD Amendment
GCRPC’s Reallocation of $1,267,062 in CDBG-DR Funds for Local Infrastructure Projects – Method of Distribution Amendment
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission is seeking input on the Method of Distribution for $1,267,062 in Disaster Recovery Funds for Local Infrastructure Projects. The public planning period began at 8:00 AM on December 8, 2022, and ended at 5:00 PM on January 9, 2023.
Public Planning Meetings
March 1, 2023, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM or virtually
February 1, 2023, from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM or virtually.
December 7, 2022 at 1908 N. Laurent St. Ste. 600 Victoria, TX 77901 at 6:00 PM, or virtually.
Public Comment Period (Posted 5/15/23)
Opened: 12:00 PM, on May 15, 2023
Closed: 12:00 PM, on June 15, 2023.
Click here to view the Current Draft DR-MOD Allocation Summary
Click here to view the Current Draft DR-MOD Allocation Detail
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