ESSRPC 4.21.2026

The Erath County Sub-Regional Planning Commission met on April 21, 2026, to discuss several agenda items including approval of previous meeting minutes and adoption of a revised Chapter 391 policy related to high-voltage transmission line siting. The updated policy addresses concerns about stray voltages, risks to agricultural infrastructure, emergency response limitations near transmission lines, and public safety. The commission unanimously approved the new policy. Additionally, the meeting included discussion of public comments and community concerns regarding transmission projects and the Public Utility Commission's handling of interveners in related dockets. The commission also touched on ongoing communications with US Fish and Wildlife Service and Concord regarding project demands and scheduling. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported, but the policy decisions and community engagement efforts may influence future transmission infrastructure projects and related procurement activities.