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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170726T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170726T150000
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SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Bicycle Tourism Trails Study
DESCRIPTION:The TxDOT Public Transportation Division (TxDOT-PTN) Bicycle and Pedestrian Program and its consultant\, CH2M\, are working with their Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) to conduct a Bicycle Tourism Trails Study (BTTS). The goal of this study is to identify a proposed statewide network of bikeways. During this webinar\, TxDOT and CH2M staff will provide regional councils an outline of the BTTS and discuss how\, using an interactive\, online map\, regions can provide valuable input on the proposed plan. Following the webinar\, regions will have the opportunity to review route locations\, share their local knowledge of existing and planned bikeways and bicycle tourism destinations as they relate to BTTS Conceptual Route locations\, and comment on specific changes they would like to see to the proposed plans. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-bicycle-tourism-trails-study/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170712T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20170711T212758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170711T212758Z
UID:1586-1499846400-1500033600@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:2017 Aging in Texas Conference
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, visit AgingInTexasConference.org. \n 
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/2017-aging-texas-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170629T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T192020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T192020Z
UID:1848-1498744800-1498748400@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: The Environmental and Historic Preservation Review Process
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will go over FEMA’s environmental and historic preservation (EHP) review process\, which applies to all of FEMA’s grant programs including Public Assistance grants following a disaster\, Hazard Mitigation Assistance grants that promote resiliency\, and preparedness grants under various programs such as the Homeland Security Grant Program and Port Security Grant Program.  The presentation will discuss the laws and regulations governing FEMA’s review\, and will offer some tips to help expedite the EHP review process. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-environmental-historic-preservation-review-process/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170621T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T192242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T192242Z
UID:1850-1498053600-1498057200@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Social Media Basics for Government Communicators
DESCRIPTION:With all the social media options available to share what your organization is doing for those you serve\, it can sometimes be overwhelming to know where to begin or how best to use social media to promote your organization. In this webinar\, the Texas General Land Office’s social media strategist will present tips and tricks about how government entities can most effectively use social media tools. Topics of discussion include: \n\nThe benefits of social media\nGeneral guidelines\, safety and security\nWhich platform should be used for which message\nPlanning your posts\nCutting costs by targeting constituents online\n\nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-social-media-basics-government-communicators/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170608T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170609T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20161013T143036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161013T143036Z
UID:751-1496921400-1497007800@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC Executive Directors' Council & Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nSchedule of Events \nJune 8\, 2017 \n11:30am – 2:30pm      TARC Executive Directors’ Council Meeting (Lunch will be served) \n3:00pm – 5:00pm        TARC Collaboration Forum & Legislative Committee Meeting \n6:00pm – 7:30pm        TARC Board & Executive Directors’ Council Dinner \n  \nJune 9\, 2017 \n8:00am – 9:00am         TARC Budget & Bylaws Committee Meeting \n9:00am – 9:30am         Coffee & Conversation \n9:30am – 11:30am       TARC Board of Directors’ Meeting \nClick here to register for the meeting.\nFor reservations at the Hilton Austin Airport\, click here.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-executive-directors-council-board-directors-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170330T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T192430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T192430Z
UID:1852-1490882400-1490886000@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Full-Scale Emergency Training Exercises
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, staff from the North Central Texas Council of Governments will provide an after action review of the Big X\, a full-scale\, multi-discipline\, multi-jurisdiction emergency training exercise held in the NCTCOG region last year.  This discussion will provide an overview of the exercise\, insight into lessons learned\, best practices and other information beneficial to those interested in implementing full-scale trainings into their homeland security programs. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-full-scale-emergency-training-exercises/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170323T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T192547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T192547Z
UID:1854-1490277600-1490281200@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Specification Writing
DESCRIPTION:The specification is the foundation of a successful procurement for goods and services. In this webinar\, Janet Hasty with Government Procurement Services will take you through best practices in specification writing. The information will get you on your way to writing high-quality specifications that achieve the required technical performance and best value for your regional council. Learning objectives include: \n\nUnderstanding the importance of developing clear specifications for bids and proposals.\nKnowing the different types of specifications and when to use each type.\nIdentifying needs to develop a comprehensive specification for goods or statements of work for services.\nA demonstration of how to use the tabulation method to develop specifications.\nDiscussion of the 4 C’s of specification writing\nUnderstanding how to write quality specifications to ensure appropriate monitoring and administration of resulting contracts.\n\nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-specification-writing/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170204
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20161013T142843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161013T142843Z
UID:750-1485907200-1486166399@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC Bi-Annual Staff Training & Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register for the meeting.\nFor reservations at the Hilton Austin Airport\, click here.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-bi-annual-staff-training-board-directors-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170117T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T192655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T192655Z
UID:1856-1484661600-1484665200@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Engaging Healthcare Facilities in Emergency Planning
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss the new Preparedness Rule promulgated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and how the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) will work to help healthcare facilities across Texas meet the set requirements. This new rule provides a great opportunity for emergency management across the state to better engage local healthcare facilities within their jurisdictions in preparedness planning and for the COGs to engage healthcare facilities in their planning and inclusion in planning documents. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-engaging-healthcare-facilities-emergency-planning/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161209T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20161115T171032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161115T171032Z
UID:887-1481292000-1481295600@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Overview of the HHSC Aging Services Coordination Office
DESCRIPTION:TARC e-Learning is an initiative designed to offer enhanced educational opportunities for members outside of TARC's meeting schedule.\nFor more information about this webinar\, email Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-overview-hhsc-aging-services-coordination-office/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161205T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20161115T170206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161115T170206Z
UID:882-1480946400-1480950000@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Mosquito-Borne Viruses and Older Texans
DESCRIPTION:  \nTARC e-Learning is an initiative designed to offer enhanced educational opportunities for members outside of TARC's meeting schedule.\nFor more information about this webinar\, email Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-mosquito-borne-viruses-older-texans/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161130T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20161115T172143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161115T172143Z
UID:890-1480514400-1480518000@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Innovations in Regional Emergency Communications
DESCRIPTION:Ark-Tex Council of Governments and Brazos Valley Council of Governments have recently implemented innovative programs in their emergency communications departments\, including a native text-to-9-1-1 system and back-up regional satellite network. During this presentation\, staff from these regions will provide an overview of their projects\, discuss best practices and review lessons learned throughout their project.\n\nTARC e-Learning is an initiative designed to offer enhanced educational opportunities for members outside of TARC’s meeting schedule.\nFor more information about this webinar\, email Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-innovations-regional-emergency-communications/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161115T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20161115T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161115T171811Z
UID:888-1479218400-1479222000@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Supportive Services for Veterans Grant Programs
DESCRIPTION:The West Central Texas Area Agency on Aging (AAA)\, in partnership with the National Council of Homeless Veterans\, administers the Supportive Services for Veterans grant program to assist veterans (particularly those 60+) who are homeless in the region. In this webinar\, participants will hear about successful collaborations with local partners and learn ways to implement similar programs in their regions.\n\nTARC e-Learning is an initiative designed to offer enhanced educational opportunities for members outside of TARC’s meeting schedule.\nFor more information about this webinar\, email Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-supportive-services-veterans-grant-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161026T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T193705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T193705Z
UID:1862-1477490400-1477494000@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Age Well Live Well – The 4 R’s of Volunteer Management
DESCRIPTION:A key component of aging and living well is to get and stay socially engaged in the community. People who volunteer experience less depression and have higher self-confidence. Volunteering often provides opportunities to stay physically active\, make new friends and learn new skills. This webinar provides an overview of what communities can do to encourage their residents to get engaged through volunteerism and will highlight the volunteer program resources developed through Texas Health and Human Services’ Volunteer…You’ll be Amazed campaign. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-age-well-live-well-4-rs-volunteer-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161018T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T193813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T193813Z
UID:1864-1476799200-1476802800@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Introduction to Procurement Basics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed to provide a high level introduction to basic procurement policies and procedures. It will cover Texas Local Government Code procurement requirements. This training will also highlight various procurement methods and tips for determining the best procurement method to utilize based on amounts and project types. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-introduction-procurement-basics/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160924
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20160815T153142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160815T153142Z
UID:171-1474416000-1474675199@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC Bi-Annual Staff Training & Annual Board of Directors’ Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-bi-annual-staff-training-annual-board-of-directors-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160829T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160829T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T194028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T194028Z
UID:1866-1472464800-1472468400@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Joining Forces: Public Health and Nursing Students Offering Evidence-Based Community Programs
DESCRIPTION:The webinar\, presented by the Texas Falls Prevention Coalition\, will actively demonstrate the advantages of evidence-based community health programs building partnerships with local university nursing programs. Highlighted during the presentation will be the relationship Texas A&M College of Nursing has built with a local community health program and how the partnership has increased student’s knowledge and experiences with an older adult population. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-joining-forces-public-health-nursing-students-offering-evidence-based-community-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160823T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T194127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T194127Z
UID:1868-1471960800-1471964400@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: State Alert Network Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Effective planning is critical towards saving lives in Texas.  Awareness of the Blue Alert program could impact search efforts\, regarding a suspect who has either killed or seriously injured a law enforcement officer.  Knowledge of the Endangered Missing Persons Alert program could influence the successful recovery of someone with Autism\, who has wandered into danger.  You are invited to participate within this general overview of the state’s AMBER\, Silver\, Blue & Endangered Missing Persons alert programs\, along with the functionality of available regional alert networks. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-state-alert-network-briefing/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160803T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160803T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T194246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T194246Z
UID:1870-1470232800-1470236400@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: From UCR to NIBRS – Working with Regional Councils to Spread the Word
DESCRIPTION:With the passage of HB11 by the Texas Legislature last year\, the Department of Public Safety has been tasked with the goal of moving all Uniform Crime Reporting Summary reporting agencies to Incident-Based reporting (NIBRS) by September 1 2019. The Department is looking to team with the state’s Council of Governments to help with the outreach to law enforcement agencies. It is the Department’s goal to actively inform and educate all LEAs in what NIBRS is\, and we are looking for input on the best and most efficient way to do that. Your contribution to this process is vital as stakeholders in the state’s Uniform Crime Reporting program. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-ucr-nibrs-working-regional-councils-spread-word/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160517T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T194404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T194404Z
UID:1872-1463493600-1463497200@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Electronics Recycling Programs
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Recycles Computers and Texas Recycles TVs programs were established by the Texas Legislature to provide recycling opportunities to the residents of Texas. Under the programs\, manufacturers offering to sell new computer or television equipment in or into Texas are required to provide a program for collecting and recycling home business and personal computer or television equipment at no cost to the consumer at the time of recycling. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-electronics-recycling-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160511T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T194723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T194723Z
UID:1874-1462975200-1462978800@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: Getting the Most out of PPRI
DESCRIPTION:The Public Policy Research Institute at Texas A&M University has worked closely with the Office of the Governor\, Criminal Justice Division to manage an online grantee evaluation system for CJD grantees since 1999. PPRI staff will provide an overview of the evaluation website\, address common reporting issues and highlight key website features that regional staff may find useful in providing grant support to funded agencies. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-getting-ppri/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160503T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111603
CREATED:20171120T195302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T195302Z
UID:1876-1462284000-1462287600@txregionalcouncil.org
SUMMARY:TARC e-Learning: HHSC Office of the Ombudsman Overview
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of the HHSC Office of Ombudsman\, specifically the Ombudsman Managed Care Team. It will provide insight on the services the HHSC Office of Ombudsman offers\, in hopes participants will be able to utilize information when assisting the general public or direct interested parties to the HHSC Office of the Ombudsman for assistance. \nFor more information on this webinar\, contact Kimberly Lile.
URL:https://txregionalcouncil.org/event/tarc-e-learning-hhsc-office-ombudsman-overview/
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