BE the FORCE...TMCN 29th Annual Conference
2023-10-25 08:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
BE the FORCE for Your Community!
Click on the link immediately below to see the Entire Day’s schedule and the Speakers Line Up pages!
Copy of Speakers Line Up for Newsletter (8.5 x 11 in)
WHEN: Wednesday October 25, 2023
WHERE: Abilene Conference Center 500 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601
TIME: Registration opens at 8:30 Event runs from 9am to 3:30 pm
COST: $60/person

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2023 CHAMBER BEST PRACTICES WORKSHOP
2023-06-21 09:30 - 16:30 | SBDC – Abilene, 749 Gateway St., Abilene, TX, United States
Mark your calendars for the annual Chambers of Commerce Best Practices workshop.
Designed for chamber professionals who desire to gain classroom knowledge and draw upon the wisdom of their peers while making professional connections to build their chamber network. ￼

DEFINING OUR PURPOSE – What Makes Chambers Different
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION – Building a Stronger, More Productive Chamber
CHAMBER or CVB – Which is better for your community?
HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX – Learn the ins and outs of HOT
BONUS – IMPLEMENTING A LEADERSHIP PROGRAM IN YOUR COMMUNITY

DATE: Wednesday June 21, 2023
TIME: 9:30am until 4:00pm
LOCATION: America’s SBDC – 749 Gateway Street, Abilene
COST: $40

Giving Old Bricks New Life
2023-03-29 09:30 - 14:30 | West Central Texas Council of Governments, 3702 Loop 322, Abilene, TX, 79602, United States
TMCN Downtown Workshop 2023 REGISTER NOW!
We have partnered with the high-energy, needle-mover Lorie Vincent http://www.accelerationbydesign.com to bring our members some fresh, valuable information and ideas!
This one-day comprehensive workshop is designed to help communities re-imagine, re-purpose and re-vitalize their business districts. Participants will drill down and take away tangible strategies, ideas, resources and a new vision on how their downtown/retail area can become the vibrant and exciting heart of their community.
Perfect for economic developers, chambers of commerce, main street officials, downtown organizations, cities, counties, utility representatives, state agency representatives, entrepreneurs and community volunteers.
WEDNESDAY MARCH 29, 2023
West Central Texas Council of Governments 3702 Loop 322 Abilene, TX 79602
9:30am until 2:30pm
$149 per person includes workshop materials and lunch.
When you use the link below- TMCN members get a 20% discount! TMCN MEMBERS WILL PAY $119 per person.
REGISTER HERE! TMCN Downtown Workshop 2023

Quadrant Luncheon -Ballinger - New Date
2023-03-15 11:30 - 13:30 | Carnagie Library of Ballinger, 204 N. 8th St., Ballinger, TX, United States
The Impact of the Teacher Workforce on the Local Community
FACT: 77% of all Texas school teachers are considering leaving their roles. Imagine what would happen if your schools lost more than 3 out of 4 of your teachers this year. What would happen to the students? Their families? Your local employers? Your community?
Even if you personally don’t have children currently in school, you can understand the devastating impact of such a potential situation. What is our state government doing about it? What is your community doing about it? How can members of TMCN help prevent this potential crisis?
Come discuss “The Community Impact of the Teacher Workforce” with your peers in other rural communities as we learn the facts and challenges from Amy Dodson, Senior Regional Advocacy Director of Raise Your Hand Texas, a group of Texans engaged in advocacy for public education. Mrs. Dodson will explain factors in the teacher workforce crises, the impact of teacher shortages in our communities and on our workforce, and address issues before the 88th Legislature currently in session. Most importantly, she will lead a group discussion on advocacy actions for your community and the audience can share information, best practices, and potential solutions with one another.
WHEN: March 15, 2023
WHERE: Carnegie Library of Ballinger 204 N. 8th St
TIME: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
COST: $15 per person

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Quadrant Luncheon - JACKSBORO
2023-03-02 11:30 - 13:30 | Ft. Richardson Jacksboro TX, 228 Park Rd 61, Jacksboro, TX, 76458, United States
Please join us for networking, lunch, and a presentation on The Impact of the Teacher Workforce on the Local Community. This meeting will be hosted by the City of Jacksboro/Jacksboro EDC, and will be held at historic Fort Richardson! Happy Texas Independence Day!
FACT: 77% of all Texas school teachers are considering leaving their roles. Imagine what would happen if your schools lost more than 3 out of 4 of your teachers this year. What would happen to the students? Their families? Your local employers? Your community?
Even if you personally don’t have children currently in school, you can understand the devastating impact of such a potential situation. What is our state government doing about it? What is your community doing about it? How can members of TMCN help prevent this potential crisis?
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WHEN: March 2, 2023
WHERE: Historic Ft. Richardson Haliburton Bldg 602 Depot St. Jacksboro, TX 76458
TIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm
COST: $15

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Quadrant Luncheon - SWEETWATER
2023-02-15 11:30 - 13:30 | WASP Museum, 210 Avenger Field Rd., Sweetwater, TX, 79556, United States
Please join us for networking, lunch, and a presentation on The Impact of Teacher Workforce on the Local Community. This meeting will be hosted by the Sweetwater/Nolan Co. Chamber of Commerce and SEED, and will be held at the fantastic WASP MUSEUM.
FACT: 77% of all Texas school teachers are considering leaving their roles. Imagine what would happen if your schools lost more than 3 out of 4 of your teachers this year. What would happen to the students? Their families? Your local employers? Your community?
Even if you personally don’t have children currently in school, you can understand the devastating impact of such a potential situation. What is our state government doing about it? What is your community doing about it? How can members of TMCN help prevent this potential crisis?
Come discuss “The Community Impact of the Teacher Workforce” with your peers in other rural communities as we learn the facts and challenges from Amy Dodson, Senior Regional Advocacy Director of Raise Your Hand Texas, a group of Texans engaged in advocacy for public education. Mrs. Dodson will explain factors in the teacher workforce crises, the impact of teacher shortages in our communities and on our workforce, and address issues before the 88th Legislature currently in session. Most importantly, she will lead a group discussion on advocacy actions for your community and the audience can share information, best practices, and potential solutions with one another.
WHEN: February 15, 2023
WHERE: WASP Museum 210 Avenger Field Rd. Sweetwater, TX 79556
TIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm
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Quadrant Networking Luncheon - January 2023
2023-01-11 11:30 - 13:30 | Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce, 600 E. Depot St, Brownwood, TX, 76801, United States
Quadrant Luncheons are BACK! Our first for 2023 will be held in Brownwood! Please join us for networking, lunch, and a presentation on Working on Workforce Development.
We encourage each community to bring guests that would be encouraged, inspired and motivated by learning more on a tough topic and networking with your neighbors. Tickets are $15. This meeting will be hosted by those hardworking, awesome folks at Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce.
Location: Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot St. Brownwood, TX 76801 Time: 11:30 am – 1:30pm Cost: $15/person
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TMCN ANNUAL CONFERENCE
2022-10-26 08:30 - 16:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
TMCN ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS COMING!
Do you feel like everyday you are trying to “Beat the Clock” to “Let’s Make a Deal”? Do you feel like a grant application is like playing Scrabble? Does it leave you wondering “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader”?
Get ready to have a great time and learn about the latest tips and trends in Social Media, Grants and other Funding Sources, Tourism, HOT Hotel Occupancy Tax updates, Cybersecurity, Rural Economic Development strategies, and special breakout sessions for our LEADERSHIP TMCN students and their mentors!
WHAT: TMCN ANNUAL CONFERENCE
WHEN: WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 26, 2022
WHERE: ABILENE CIVIC CENTER
TIME: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
COST: $45 PER PERSON/$25 PER STUDENT/$275 EXHIBITOR/$200 SPONSOR

July Membership Meeting
2022-07-28 11:30 - 15:00 | Community Foundation of Abilene, 850 N. 1st, Abilene, TX, 79604, United States
Rural Broadband Initiative
Did you know…many communities in the TMCN organization are eligible for these funds? Is YOUR community one of them? Is YOUR community ready?
Connect American Funds (H.R. 3152 2015) are in Phase II and will subsidize projects by smaller carriers in areas where the digital divide persists. Service providers eligible for CAF Phase II support include electric cooperatives, wireless internet service providers, cable operators, telecom carriers, and satellite companies, which can compete to receive funding in exchange for offering voice and broadband services that meet program requirements.
An extension of the Connect America Fund (CAF), the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) is a $20.4 billion, 10-year program to finance rural broadband internet projects in unserved rural communities. Under RDOF, service providers must deploy broadband to 40 percent of the locations in their service delivery area within three years, and all locations by the end of the sixth year.
Our July 28 Membership meeting will host a variety of speakers to help you– the broadband services decision maker in your community. Come hear important presentations that will ensure your community has the information it needs to make the best choice where these funds are concerned.
WHEN: THURSDAY JULY 28, 2022
TIME: 11:30AM – 3:00PM
LOCATION: Community Foundation of Abilene
850 N. 1st St. Abilene, TX 79604
COST: $15

Elected Officials Workshop July 12, 2022
2022-07-12 08:30 - 17:00 | Region 14 Service Center, 4300 S. Treadway, Abilene, TX, United States
In partnership with the West Central Texas Council of Governments, TMCN will again host the annual Elected Officials Seminar on July 12th, 2022.
This seminar is intended for newly-elected City Council/Commission members as well as any city official wanting a refresher on the best practices of public service.

The Elected Officials Seminar will be facilitated by Cisco City Manager Darwin Archer and include the following topics:

Parliamentary Procedure/Open Meetings Act
Making Dollars Count in Your Budget
Maximizing Your Economic Development Power
Ethics and Conflicts of Interest
Effective Working Relationships
Developing Viable Communities Using Grants
Utilizing Small Business and Local Government Assistance, TCEQ

WHEN: July 12, 2022
WHERE: Region 14 Service Center 4300 S. Treadaway Abilene
TIME: 8:30am until 5:00pm
COST: $40 per person

We look forward to having you at the Seminar on July 12th!

Best Practices for Chambers of Commerce
2022-06-15 09:30 - 16:30 | SBDC – Abilene, 749 Gateway St., Abilene, TX, United States
Mark your calendars for the annual Best Practices for Chambers workshop.
Designed for chamber professionals who desire to gain classroom knowledge and draw upon the wisdom of their peers while making professional connections to build their chamber network. ￼

DEFINING OUR PURPOSE – What Makes Chambers Different
DELIVERING VALUE & SERVICE – Membership Development & Retention
GETTING IT DONE – Building a Stronger, More Effective Board
HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX – Learn the ins and outs of HOT
BONUS – IMPLEMENTING A JUNIOR CHAMBER of COMMERCE

DATE: Wednesday June 15, 2022
TIME: 9:30am until 4:30pm
LOCATION: America’s SBDC – 749 Gateway Street, Abilene
COST: $40

FREE WEBINAR - DIGITAL STRATEGIES
2022-05-25 10:00 - 11:00 | TX, United States
Digital Strategies to Attract Investment, Support Businesses & Boost Tourism
Communities of all sizes have to be more creative than ever when it comes to showcasing the top features and properties in their region. Economic developers and place marketer need to be innovative in engaging and communicating your value proposition to brokers, and potential businesses.

This one-hour webinar will look at different digital strategies to attract investment, stimulate tourism, and support existing local businesses.

· Learn best practices for attracting and engaging website visitors with interactive tools
·Understand the different kinds of virtual tours and learn how to incorporate them for virtual properties
· Discover how to build your own interactive virtual tours to attract investors, support businesses and bolster tourism
· Use your digital tools in creative ways for outreach in email newsletters, on social media, in online presentations and more
Hosted by GIS Planning, Bryan Beatty

WHEN: WEDNESDAY MAY 25
TIME: 10 AM – 11 AM
SOFTWARE: This will be a GoToWebinar. Once you sign up you will receive the link to join the webinar on May 25.
COST: FREE

TMCN Lawmakers Luncheon May 4th, 2022
2022-05-04 11:30 - 15:30 | Myrtle Wilks Community Center, 1498 W. Interstate 20, Cisco, TX, 76437, United States
MAY 4TH LAWMAKERS LUNCHEON HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE WILL POST THE NEW DATE AS SOON AS IT IS CONFIRMED.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND SUPPORT!

April Membership Meeting -Creative Housing Solutions
2022-04-28 11:30 - 15:00 | Hendrick Health System, 6250 US-83, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
Our friends and long-time partners at Hendrick Health will be hosting our April membership meeting. Topic for this meeting will be more on HOUSING! We still need it! We still can’t see over the mountain of need, so we are bringing you MORE info on it. Speakers will be Ray Tipton, President of TMCN and Executive Director of Brownwood MDD and Ms. CeCe Moreland with TOJ Tiny Homes…but they have a lot of information for us about more than tiny houses.
ALSO – we will launch the AWESOME, FUN, with a New Format LEADERSHIP TMCN PROGRAM!!
Please invite community members that you would like to know more about the Leadership TMCN program.
Location:
Hendrick Hospital – all attendees are requested to enter through the main hospital entrance
Tom Roberts Conference Room
1900 Pine Street
Abilene, TX 79601
Time: 11:30am to 3:00pm
Date: Thursday April 28, 2022
Cost: $15

PLEASE NOTE: We will be meeting at a health care facility, and Hendrick has requested we follow their current safety protocols.
Hendrick Health COVID Protocols

All visitors will be required to check-in upon entry.
All visitors must wear a mask covering their nose and mouth as per state and federal guidelines for all healthcare facilities.

Grant Writing Workshop
2022-03-24 09:30 - 15:30 | TX, United States
Do you have a goal or a vision for your community, your business, your own personal goals and just can’t quite get there financially?
TMCN’s annual Grant-Writing Workshop CAN HELP! Come learn how to “supplement” your community’s vision or goal through grant funding.
This one-day event will give you the tools you need to move forward! This workshop will host speakers from both public and private sector, as well as state and federal funding sources. You will hear about what you should be looking for to meet your community needs, as well as what you need to know to have a good, qualifying application. Bring questions!
Lunch and handouts are included with registration fee.
When: Thursday March 24, 2022
Times: 9:30a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40

Quadrant Mtg. Fort Chadbourne/Bronte March 2
2022-03-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Ft Chadbourne, 651 Ft. Chadbourne Rd., Bronte, TX, United States
Join your TMCN peers as we honor Texas Independence Day at Fort Chadbourne! Our TMCN friends in Bronte will be hosting this quadrant meeting, where we will have time for networking, food and an interesting program. Afterwards, make plans to stay a little longer and tour Ft Chadbourne with us! Location for meeting will be at 651 Ft. Chadbourne Rd. Bronte, TX
Cost: $15 /person
Registration 11: 30 and we will conclude lunch at 1:00. Tour immediately following

January 27th Luncheon
2022-01-27 11:30 - 15:00 | West Central Texas Council of Governments, 3702 Loop 322, Abilene, TX, 79602, United States
“Where has all the Workforce gone, long time passing?” Peter, Paul and Mary aren’t the only ones wondering what’s happening to the people. As each community and business struggles with the impact of The Great Resignation, there’s information and hope on the horizon! Come hear presentations from Robert Puls -Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas and Abilene Area Realtors Ex. Director Ken Hogan this coming Thursday at our quarterly Membership Meeting. We want to thank our marketing partners, Republic Services, for providing the meal. THANK YOU!

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Regional Luncheons 2022
2022-01-12 11:30 - 15:00 | 815 N. Patrick St. Dublin TX 76446, 815 N. Patrick St., Dublin, 76446
We are back in the region for lunch! January 12 will be our first Regional Luncheon in two years. Please join us in Dublin for networking, lunch, and a presentation on Tourism is Economic Development. Tickets are $15. This meeting will be hosted by Dublin EDC’s new Executive Director Brad Stanford and will be held at the Dublin Community Center 815 N. Patrick St. Dublin TX 76446.
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28th Annual Texas Midwest Conference
2021-10-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
The Texas Midwest Annual Conference is our signature event which offers timely educational sessions, motivational speakers, and peer-to-peer networking. We are especially excited to welcome our Keynote Speaker Scott Joslove, President and CEO of the Texas Hotel & Lodging Association, to this year’s Conference. Scott is an expert in the lodging industry and on the proper uses of the Hotel Occupancy Tax. He will dispel the myths of these uses as well as share the details of the emerging Tourism Public Improvement Districts.
Additional breakouts sessions include (see full 2021 Conference Program2021 Conference Program here):

Social Media: Moving Your Community or Business in Cyberspace
Keep Moving Forward During Slow Times – Do Something Fun & Meaningful
How to Keep Yourself Mentally Healthy in Challenging Times
How to Move Your Community Upward with Technology
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Design to be Noticed
Tourism as Economic Development
Building Capacity in Your Community With Paid Volunteers
Senate Bill 3: Creating Your Mandatory Emergency Preparedness Plan ***All Day Session***

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 27th and make plans to join us for the 28th Annual Texas Midwest Conference.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Elected Officials, City Administrators, EDC Practitioners & Board Members, Chamber of Commerce Executives & Board Members, Civic Volunteers, School Administrators & Students,
Healthcare Professionals… in general, the “Movers & Shakers” in your Community!

REGISTRATION DETAILS
*** DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS Oct. 20th ***
Pre-registration for individual – $45/person
Pre-registration for students – $25/person
Pre-registration for non-member – $60/person
Registration after October 20th – $75/person

Please be aware that each registration is subject to verification of membership status.
Guest Registration

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TCEQ Session Registration
Register here for the TCEQ Emergency Preparedness Session – $60 Per Person

Leadership TMCN - Session II
2021-09-15 09:30 - 12:00 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
We’re going live with the 2021 Class of Leadership TMCN and we want your community to be a part of it!
The Leadership Program seeks to engage high school students as active participants in the growth and development of their respective communities by learning effective tools to “sell the dream” and identify ways to implement change. The goal is for students and mentors to create and carry out an impactful community project. Students teams may be composed of up to four (4) junior classification students per team and include 1(one) business leader sponsored by a TMCN Community Delegate/Alternate – Limit one (1) Team per Community. The cost is $150 per student or business leader. For more information call the TMCN Office at 325-765-8626 or email Kathy at tmcn@tmcn.org.
Program Brochure 2021
Participant Application 2021

Quarterly Membership Meeting
2021-07-29 11:30 - 15:00 | West Texas Rehabilitation Center, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, TX, 79605, United States
Join us at the location of our newest Marketing Partner, West Texas Rehabilitation Center, where we’ll explore the exceptional medical resources available to the citizens of our region through the Center. We’ll also hear from Quang Ngo, Vice President of TORCH and the President/CEO of the TORCH Foundation, regarding the impact of the COVID Pandemic on our personal and professional lives and the valuable lessons learned in the process.
Quang has successfully managed many rural initiatives that have delivered significant benefits to rural hospitals and providers. Before joining TORCH over 15 years ago, Quang was the State’s Flex Coordinator for Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility and Critical Access Hospital Program for Texas. Quang serves in numerous leadership capabilities on various external boards and committees, including one of his favorites the Texas Rural Practitioners – a consortium of outstanding rural advocates working to support healthy, vibrant rural communities. Quang attended Trinity University for his undergraduate studies in Biology and Philosophy and the University of Texas, School of Public Health at the Health Sciences Center in Houston, for his graduate studies in public health and Health Services Organization.
The meeting will end with a tour of the WTRC facility and the incredible work they are doing in the areas of adult and pediatric therapy, employer services, orthotics and prosthetics, audiology, and family support services.
Come for a delicious lunch prior to the program and experience the value of networking and sharing your community’s story with your peer professionals throughout the Texas Midwest!
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1 Attendee $15.00 USD2 Attendees $30.00 USD3 Attendees $45.00 USD4 Attendees $60.00 USD5 Attendees $75.00 USD

Newly Elected Officials Seminar
2021-07-13 08:30 - 16:30 | TX, United States
WE’RE SORRY – REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.

In partnership with the West Central Texas Council of Governments’ Community Health and Development Center, TMCN will again host the annual Newly Elected Officials Seminar on July 13th at the COG.

This seminar is intended for newly elected City Council/Commission members as well as any city official wanting a refresher on the best practices of public service.

The Seminar will be facilitated by Cisco City Manager Darwin Archer and include the following topics:

Parliamentary Procedure/Open Meetings Act
Making Dollars Count in Your Budget
Maximizing Your Economic Development Power
Ethics and Conflicts of Interest
Effective Working Relationships – Presented by Brownwood City Manager Emily Crawford and Mayor Steven Hayes
Developing Viable Communities Using Grants

The Seminar will be held in-person in the Large Conference Room of the West Central Texas Council of Governments located at 3702 Loop 322 in Abilene.

The Seminar will begin at 8:30 am and end by 4:30 pm. The cost is $25 and includes all presentations, refreshments and lunch. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us (see contact information below).

We look forward to having you at the Seminar on July 13th!

Quarterly Membership Meeting
2021-04-29 11:30 - 15:00 | Community Foundation of Abilene, 850 N. 1st, Abilene, TX, 79604, United States
We are excited to be able to announce that we will be holding this Membership Meeting in person will plenty of room to social distance as needed. The meeting will begin with an organization update followed by and engaging and informative presentation by the City Managers in Coleman, Ballinger & Brady – Diana Lopez, Brian Frieda and Dennis Jobe – regarding the joint work they are doing to benefit their respective communities. Diana will also share Coleman’s harrowing Snow-Vid 2021 experience and how the community came together along with State officials to overcome numerous obstacles.
Member communities are encouraged to invite their municipal representatives as well as EDC and Chamber representatives who work to address infrastructure needs to promote business development and tourism activities.

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Leadership TMCN - Session I
2021-04-14 09:00 - 13:30 | Jacob & Martin, 3866 Hi Tech Place, Abilene, TX, 79606, United States

Coffee with the Capitol Crew
2021-03-18 08:00 - 09:30 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
Join us as we talk to our State Legislators about the work they are doing in this legislative session. TMCN Board Member Darwin Archer will facilitate the panel discussion so we encourage you to submit any questions you may have to tmcn@tmcn.org prior to this event. We look forward to you joining us!

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Mar 18, 2021 08:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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TMCN Friday Coffee Break
2021-02-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
Grab your favorite morning brew and join your peers for an informal chat about our communities, the legislative session, upcoming events or whatever topic is of interest to you! We look forward to seeing you this Friday!
There is no cost to join us, just a little time of your time to share with your peers.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Feb 12, 2021 10:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
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Quarterly Membership Meeting
2021-01-28 11:30 - 15:00 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
Postponed – Check back soon for the rescheduled date.
Welcome to 2021! Join us as we take a look at the 2021 Legislative Session through the lens of some of our State Legislators. This meeting will be held via Zoom so that we can have a conversation with those that represent us from their offices in Austin. To get the most out of this meeting, we encourage you to reach out to your fellow community leaders and bring them with you. We look forward to seeing you!

September Virtual Membership Meeting
2020-09-30 13:30 - 15:30 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
We will be hosting our Quarterly Membership Meeting on Wednesday, September 30th via Zoom Meeting from 1:30 – 3:30 pm.
WELCOME
Introductions
Recognition of Marketing Partners
Recognition of Special Guests
BOARD OF DIRECTORS REPORTS
Report from Nominating Committee
Announcement of 2020-2021 Executive Committee
Election of 2020-2021 Slate of Board of Directors
Review of Annual Plan of Work
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORTS
Update on Leadership TMCN Program
Update on 2020-2021 Membership Renewals (including Conference & Guide)
Update on October 28, 2020 Virtual Annual Conference
UTILIZING ZONING PERMITS TO ENCOURAGE SUCCESSFUL CODE ENFORCEMENT
We are delighted to be joined by Tony Stubblefield, Director of Planning & Development for the City of Eastland. For those who attended our January Membership Meeting, you will recall the invaluable insights Tony shared best practices for effective code enforcement including the utilization of zoning permits, building inspections, and other related ordinance/policy creation. Since then Tony has been the “go-to” resource for a number of our member communities and has agreed to answer your questions in a Q&A format moderated by TMCN Board President and Economic Development Director for the City of Seymour. Please submit your questions to tmcn@tmcn.org.
MINUTE AT THE MIC
Success Stories from Across the Region – Tell Your Story
ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is no cost to attend the meeting. We encourage you to reach out to your fellow community leaders and invite them to participate in the meeting. We look forward to seeing you on July 30th.

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Sep 30, 2020 01:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Virtual Mastery: How to Use Technology to Successfully Operate Your Community and Serve Your Constituents During COVID-19
2020-05-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
TMCN Marketing Partner, Tolar Systems, we co-host a webinar for us next week. This webinar will provide successful tips and information on how to leverage technology to complete duties in your community and improve communication with your constituents. You will also learn about Cyber Security best practices to ensure compliance, including those associated with House Bill 3834. This webinar would be most valuable to municipalities and economic development organizations in assisting their local businesses.
For more information about Marketing Partner Tolar Systems, click here
When: May 27, 2020 10:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAldOuqpzIqGNFURvwyvc8yrSWyqqfFY3LW
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We hope you can join us for this valuable and informative webinar. There is no cost for the webinar.

The CARES Act and Your Businesses Webinar
2020-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
Join us online for a FREE and live Q & A session with the Angelo State University -SBDC Advisors on Thursday, April 9th at 10 am. Featured speakers include Dave Erickson (Director and Certified Business Advisor), Alejandro Castanon (Business Development Specialist), James Leavelle (Senior Business Development Specialist) and Dezaray Johnson (Program Coordinator). Topics will include:
• A breakdown of the CARES Act
• An overview of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans
• What you need to know about the Small Business Debt Relief Program
• A look at Economic Injury Disaster Loans & Emergency Economic Injury Grants
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://jacobmartin.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZEkf-6qqzstNCtNO2A6mUnpMYr-x1tJIw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Brought to you by: Texas Midwest Community Network, Jacob & Martin, Angelo State University SBDC and the Northwest Texas SBDC Region
