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SUMMARY:January 2025 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Important Information for the 89th Texas Legislative Session\nWe are excited to announce our first Membership Meeting of 2025. Our distinguished guest speaker\, TSTC Vice Chancellor Gail Lawrence\, will share invaluable insights and impactful topics for the upcoming legislative year. \nThis is a pivotal moment for us\, as January marks the beginning of the 89th Legislative Session. It is essential for rural Texans to unite and ensure our priorities are heard loud and clear by our lawmakers. \nYour presence is important. Join us in shaping the future of our communities and region by attending this important meeting and making your voice heard. Together\, we can make a significant impact. \nAnd as always\, we will have time to network with your peers! \n  \nWHEN: Wednesday January 22\, 2025 \nWHERE: Hendrick Hospice Care 1651 Pine St. Abilene (PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A DIFFERENT LOCATION than the past few times we have been hosted by Hendrick Health. This is across from the main hospital on North Pine.) \nTIME: 11:30am – 2:30pm \nCOST: $20 \n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Quarterly Membership Meeting\n                             \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Phone*Names of Attendees      (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							$0.00\n							\n						Credit Card\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/january-2025-membership-meeting/
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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SUMMARY:30th Anniversary TMCN Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \nTMCN Celebrates 30 Years of Service to the Texas Midwest Region\nWe are delighted to invite you to a nostalgic reunion and a day of celebration as we commemorate 30 years of advancing economic and community development through the Texas Midwest Community Network (TMCN). \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights: \n\nBreakout Sessions: Join us for insightful breakout sessions in the morning and afternoon.\n\nCybersecurity and Physical Security– Enhancing Security in County and City Government Buildings\, A Modern Approach to Public Safety. Protecting public servants\, residents\, and visitors within government buildings has become more critical than ever. This session will highlight the latest security technologies and strategies that safeguard our government buildings\, hospitals and public schools. Presented by Mary Leggett\, Rose Technologies Group and Eric Bueller\, Security Expert from PHYSAAS. CITY EDC\nSocial Media Disciplines – How to Slay on Social…Even If It’s Slaying You…Successfully managing social media feels like an impossible task for groups and organizations with minimal staff available to tame the beast — but don’t let that scare you away! Learn key do’s and don’ts that even departments-of-one (or multiple halves) can implement. Presented by Mari Cockrell and Blaine Beyer\, City of Abilene CHAMBER EDC CITY\nTexas Treasures Program – Presented by the Texas Historical Commission\, come learn how you can help recognize these treasured businesses in your community and be part of a legacy that strengthens the Texas Midwest region. Presented by Tammie Virden\, Executive Director Texas Forts Trail and Julie Smith\, TFT Board Member CHAMBER EDC\nHotel Occupancy Tax –The Inns and Outs of HOT\, this popular session returns after 4 years to help those of us new to the position and even those experienced to have a refresher on the topic. Learn the who\, what and how of Hotel Occupancy Tax. Presented by Erin Corbell\, City Manager -Brady      CHAMBER CITY\nTexas Tourism Friendly Program – Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Texas Music Friendly\, Texas Film Friendly or Texas Tourism Friendly Community? This curated panel will go over the application process as well as what they have gained and learned from being listed with the Texas Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism program. Panel includes Karen Hunt\, Executive Director Sweetwater Chamber\, Amanda Dulaney\, Tourism Director Graham CVB\, and Robert Lopez\, Vice President Abilene CVB. CHAMBER EDC\nADA Website Mandates – Navigating Web Accessibility: Legislation\, Deadlines and Compliance. In April the Dept of Justice published a final rule requiring state and local governments to ensure their websites and mobile apps meet certain accessibility requirements under the ADA … or face DOJ enforcement actions. In this low-tech session we’ll review deadlines from the legislation\, discuss effective methods to evaluate compliance and share practical strategies for ensuring your websites are ADA-friendly. Presented by Matthew Lowe\, Dome Software Solutions CITY\nSTUDENT SESSIONS: LEADERSHIP TMCN – Do you have high school students that want to learn more about our Leadership TMCN program? Bring them!! The Dynamic Duo of Tutt & Daggs will be here to work with our students and give them a taste of the fun and value of the Leadership TMCN program. Students will have the opportunity to build their personal skillset and be equipped with the leadership skills needed for tomorrow\, and given an inside look as to how much of a difference one can make within a community. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM HERE: TMCN Brochure\nSTUDENT SESSION: How to Build Confidence and Community When Starting Your Career…and Life   Starting your career and transitioning into adult life can be both exciting and overwhelming. This presentation will guide you through practical strategies to boost your confidence and build a community as you embark on this journey.  Presented by Kasey Nixon\, University Recruiter\, First Financial Bank\nPLEASE NOTE: STUDENT SESSIONS ARE FOR STUDENTS AND MENTORS\n\n\nRecognition Ceremony: Celebrate the achievements of TMCN’s most influential leaders.\nLunch: Enjoy a delicious meal while we honor the recipients of the Leadership TMCN awards\, marking the 10th anniversary of our premier Youth Leadership program.\nKeynote Speaker: Hear from Texas Workforce Commission Chairman Bryan Daniel\, who will provide valuable insights\, updates\, and encouragement regarding our Rural Workforce Task Force.\nSilent Auction: Participate in our silent auction\, with all proceeds benefiting the Leadership TMCN program.\nRural Partner: Show your support for rural Texas by sponsoring the event. Sponsorship details here.\nBecome an Exhibitor: Are you a business or organization looking to reach or do business with rural educational institutions\, hospital districts\, counties\, or cities? Your audience is at this event! Join us as an exhibitor to network and spread awareness of the importance of rural Texas. Details here.\n\nOne final note: If you and anyone from your community plan to attend the evening soiree (Grace Museum\, Tuesday Nov 12)\, please be sure to RSVP to Lori at tmcn@tmcn.org. There is NO TICKET required\, but we do need to know you’re coming please.  If you haven’t received an invitation in the mail or online\, please be sure to contact Lori and she can send you all the information for the event! \nWHEN: Wednesday\, Nov. 13\, 2024 \nTIME: 8:30AM until 3:30PM \nWHERE: Doubletree Hotel and Convention – Downtown Abilene | Room rate is $149 – Click Here for Booking \nCOST: $70 PERSON     $25 STUDENT       $350 EXHIBITOR        $500 RURAL FRIEND \n \n\n                \n                        \n                            Annual Conference 2025\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Title and CommunityTicketsPlease enter how many tickets you needStudent Attendee Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$25.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Rural Ally Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$500.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Conference Exhibitor Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$350.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Adult Attendee Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$70.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit Card(Required)Card Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n  \n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/30th-anniversary-tmcn-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Doubletree Hotel Abilene
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Membership Meeting Sept 25
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for our September Membership Meeting! And we have topic that has never been discussed before at a TMCN membership meeting! MOBILE RURAL HEALTH CARE! \nStarting the meeting off we will hear from our President Diana Lopez re-capping the Lawmakers Luncheon held earlier this month. \nThen we will hear from Kyle Kanei with the My ER 24/7 about a new program they are supporting. It’s called Mobile Health Care. Think Bookmobile or even farther back horse and buggy and a doctor house call. \nWe will finish up Membership Renewals for 2024-25 and the value of your TMCN membership! \nAnd as always\, we will have the networking opportunities that everyone appreciates! \nWHEN: September \, 2024 \nWHERE: Community Foundation of Abilene   850 N. 1st St. Abilene\, TX  79601 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 2:30PM \nCOST: $15 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quarterly Membership Meeting\n                             \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Phone*Names of Attendees      (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							$0.00\n							\n						Credit Card\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-sept-25/
LOCATION:Community Foundation of Abilene\, 850 N. 1st\, Abilene\, TX\, 79604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T215542Z
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SUMMARY:9th Biennial Lawmakers Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:TMCN’s 9th Biennial Lawmakers Luncheon is here and we look forward to you join us for this unique and informative event! \nThe day offers a great format to network with your peers from across the region and visit with your own elected officials. We will also offer you an opportunity to submit questions to the legislative panel. Come hear about their top take-aways from the 88th Session\, what are their thoughts for the 89th Session and an opportunity for you to lend your voice to the discussion. Currently\, those who have committed are: Senator Perry and Senator Birdwell\, Representative Frank\, Rep. Lambert\, Rep. Rogers and Rep. Spiller. Rep. Darby’s district director will also be on hand. \nThere is a limited number of seats in this venue\, we encourage early registration. \nCISCO DEVELOPMENT CORP.  – GOLD SPONSOR \nTHANK YOU\n  \nDATE: Sept 12\, 2024 \nLOCATION: Myrtle Wilks Community Center Cisco \nTIME: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nCOST: $45 Person
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/9th-biennial-lawmakers-luncheon/
LOCATION:Myrtle Wilks Community Center\, 1498 W. Interstate 20\, Cisco\, TX\, 76437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20240104T010556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T030654Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - July 24\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:July’s Membership Meeting brings a tough topic – Code Enforcement \nWhat exactly is Code Enforcement? \nCode enforcement is the act of enforcing a set of rules\, principles\, or laws that apply to land and property in a community. Code enforcement officers inspect properties for possible violations and take actions to correct them. Some examples of code violations are: excessive noise\, illegal dumping\, graffiti\, fire hazards\, animal control\, etc. Code enforcement aims to protect and improve the health\, safety\, and quality of life of residents\, businesses\, and visitors1 \nOur guest speaker will be Jeremy Essary. Jeremy is the former Code Enforcement officer for the city of Early. He will be discussing the best practices of Code Enforcement. There will be time for Q & A\, so bring your questions. \nThis meeting will also be Texas Music Friendly Community program\, membership renewal kickoff and updates on Lawmakers Luncheon and our 30th Anniversary Annual Conference! You don’t want to miss this meeting! \nWHEN: July 24\, 2024 \nWHERE: Hendrick Medical Center South   Women’s Center Conference Room   6250 US Hwy 83      Abilene \nTIME: 11:30AM – 2:00pm \nCOST: $15 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quarterly Membership Meeting\n                             \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Phone*Names of Attendees      (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							$0.00\n							\n						Credit Card\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-july-24-2024/
LOCATION:Hendrick Medical Center South – Women’s Center\, 6250 US - 83\, Abilene\, TX\, 79606\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20230426T184043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T222948Z
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SUMMARY:ELECTED OFFICIALS WORKSHOP JUNE 12\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION CLOSED  – SEE YOU WEDNESDAY! \nIn partnership with West Central Texas Council of Governments\, TMCN will be hosting the annual Newly Elected Officials Workshop. 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. \n \nThe Elected Officials seminar will be facilitated by Cisco City Manager Darwin Archer and include the following topics: \n\nParliamentary Procedure/Open Meetings Act\nMaking Dollars Count in Your Budget\nMaximizing Your Economic Development Power\nEthics and Conflicts of Interest\nEffective Working Relationships\nDeveloping Viable Communities Using Grants\nProper Handling of First Amendment Audits\n\nWHEN: June 12\, 2024 \nWHERE: TSTC facility 2082 Quantum Loop in Abilene \nTIME: 8:00am until 5:00pm \nCOST: $40 per person \n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/elected-officials-workshop-june-12-2024/
LOCATION:TSTC Quantum Loop\, 2082 Quantum Loop\, Abilene\, TX
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20240409T194137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T202651Z
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SUMMARY:QUADRANT MEETING - GRAHAM - COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
DESCRIPTION:One Common Vision – One Common Goal\nCynthia Northrop\, the current City Manager of Breckenridge\, Texas is set to be the guest speaker at the Graham Quadrant luncheon. During her talk\, she will emphasize the significance and benefits of community collaboration. This luncheon provides an excellent opportunity to invite various community leaders\, including the Mayor\, City Manager\, EDC Director\, Chamber Director\, School Administrators\, and Civic leaders. The overarching goal is to empower all member cities within the TMCN (Texas Midwest Community Network) to achieve their best potential\, with collaboration being the essential factor. 🌟🗣️ \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY MAY 15\, 2024 \nWHERE: North Central Texas College – Graham Campus    Student Activity Center      928 Cherry St.   Graham\, TX \nTIME: 11:30AM – 1:30PM \nCOST: $20 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Tickets Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit CardCard Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-meeting-graham-community-collaboration/
LOCATION:NOrth TExas Central College Graham Campus\, 928 Cherry St\, Graham\, TX
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Quadrant Meeting - Hamlin
DESCRIPTION:2023 brought something to light that many of us hadn’t put much thought or interest into – the phenomenon of ChatGPT!! \nJohn DiMauro/Top Level Training will be giving a LIVE demonstration utilizing ChatGPT\, helping implement this “crazy” new tool into our everyday lives! We will see how it can work directly in a grant application process\, and MORE! We will have Q & A after the demonstrations\, so bring your thoughts and your questions to be put to the test! \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY MAY 8\, 2024 \nWHERE: HAMLIN – Location TBD \nTIME: 11:30am to 1:00pm \n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-meeting-hamlin-using-ai-chatgpt/
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20240104T004246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T004246Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting  - April 2024
DESCRIPTION:STRUGGLING WITH …TIME MANAGEMENT??                       \nIn school\, work\, and daily life\, we may encounter people who seem to have it all together. They are productive\, stress-free\, high achievers. But chances are\, they were not born that way. Managing\, organizing\, and distributing time are skills that we can learn. Doing so can help you control your time and promote overall satisfaction.  \nFor our April membership meeting\, come\, listen and take away key tips on Time Management.  Our guest speaker will be Shannon Health’s Director of Regional Outreach Nolan Sosa.  \nWHEN: April 24\, 2024 \nWHERE: 317 Pecan St. Abilene TX 79601 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 2:30PM \nCOST: $15 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quarterly Membership Meeting\n                             \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Phone*Names of Attendees      (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							$0.00\n							\n						Credit Card\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-april-2024/
LOCATION:Taylor Co. Historical Commission office\, 317 Pecan\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20240122T020520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T162815Z
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SUMMARY:Grant Writing Workshop 2024
DESCRIPTION:TMCN GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP is just around the corner! \nBecause of the facility where it’s being hosted\, there are a limited number of seats. \nSecure a spot before the hot seats are gone! \nThis year\, we’re bringing you an amazing lineup to help you succeed in going after grants and as well as sharing additional funding sources. \nThis is your chance to learn straight from grantors and other professionals who can help your community achieve success in obtaining outside funding. \nTopics include: healthy organizations\, grant writing/storytelling\, and marketing. We will also have representatives of state and US agencies that will speak about their funding sources. \nSo save your spot today!\nWHEN: Wednesday March 20\, 2024 \nWHERE: Abilene TSTC 650 E. HWY 80  Abilene\, TX 79601 \nTIME: 9am – 3pm \nCOST: $40 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Grant Writing Workshop\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Job Title and CommunityTickets Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$40.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit CardCard Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/grant-writing-workshop-2024/
LOCATION:TSTC West campus\, 650 E. Hwy 80\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T133000
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SUMMARY:Quadrant Meeting - Hamilton - Code Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:What is Code Enforcement? Well simplified\, Code Enforcement is the act of a city enforcing and ensuring compliance with previously adopted city ordinances. Code Enforcement can be defined as: collaboration between the city\, property owner\, and surrounding property owners to maintain\, improve\, or remove nuisances that impact the community property values\, and quality of life in a positive manner. \nSounds simple enough…but we all know it can be more complex than ‘removing nuisances’. Come learn from speaker Danny Barrett about best practices for Code Enforcement. And we will learn how the community of Seymour streamlined it to a ‘one-page wonder’ form that works for them. \nWHEN: March 6\, 2024 \nWHERE: Wenzel’s Lonestar Meat  209 N. Bell St. Hamilton 76531 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 1:30PM \nCOST: $20 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Tickets Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit CardCard Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-meeting-hamilton-code-enforcement/
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20240103T202655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T202840Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - Jan 31\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:IT’S THE FIRST MEMBERSHIP MEETING OF THE YEAR! \nCome find out how the 88th Legislative Session ended\, and what bills and laws will now affect our rural communities. TMCN board member and Vice Chancellor of TSTC\, Gail Lawrence\, will give us an update that will be sure to enlighten. \nWe will also be hearing a little more about ChatGPT and how to use it in your daily work\, grants\, etc. \nAnd as always\, there will be the inspiring networking with your peers time. \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY JANUARY 31\, 2024 \nWHERE: Hendrick Service Center\, Volunteer Hall  4310 Buffalo Gap Rd.  Abilene\, TX 79606 \nNOTE: This is the old Sears store\, Mall of Abilene. Guests will park and enter at the East entrance (North of Best Buy and El Chico) \nTIME: 11:30am until 2:30pm \nCOST: $15 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quarterly Membership Meeting\n                             \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Phone*Names of Attendees      (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							$0.00\n							\n						Credit Card\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-jan-31-2024/
LOCATION:Hendrick Health Volunteers Hall\, 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd\, Abilene\, TX\, 79606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20230918T164310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T025749Z
UID:10000067-1698222600-1698247800@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:BE the FORCE...TMCN 29th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:BE the FORCE for Your Community!\nClick on the link immediately below to see the Entire Day’s schedule and the Speakers Line Up pages!   \nCopy of Speakers Line Up for Newsletter (8.5 x 11 in) \nWHEN: Wednesday October 25\, 2023 \nWHERE: Abilene Conference Center 500 Cypress St\, Abilene\, TX 79601 \nTIME: Registration opens at 8:30   Event runs from 9am to 3:30 pm \nCOST: $60/person   \n\n                \n                        \n                            Annual Conference 2025\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Title and CommunityTicketsPlease enter how many tickets you needStudent Attendee Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$25.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Rural Ally Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$500.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Conference Exhibitor Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$350.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Adult Attendee Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$70.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit Card(Required)Card Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/be-the-force-tmcn-29th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Abilene Convention Center\, 1100 N 6th\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134107
CREATED:20230123T155338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163856Z
UID:10000060-1677756600-1677763800@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Quadrant Luncheon - JACKSBORO
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFACT: 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? \nEven 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? \nCome 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. \nWHEN: March 2\, 2023 \nWHERE: Historic Ft. Richardson    Haliburton Bldg  602 Depot St.    Jacksboro\, TX 76458 \nTIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm \nCOST: $15 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Tickets Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit CardCard Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-luncheon-jacksboro/
LOCATION:Ft. Richardson Jacksboro TX\, 228 Park Rd 61\, Jacksboro\, TX\, 76458\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20230123T141922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163856Z
UID:10000059-1676460600-1676467800@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Quadrant Luncheon - SWEETWATER
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFACT: 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? \nEven 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? \nCome 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. \nWHEN: February 15\, 2023 \nWHERE: WASP Museum    210 Avenger Field Rd. Sweetwater\, TX 79556 \nTIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm \nCOST: $15 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Tickets Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit CardCard Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-luncheon-sweetwater/
LOCATION:WASP Museum\, 210 Avenger Field Rd.\, Sweetwater\, TX\, 79556\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20221209T180605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163856Z
UID:10000057-1673436600-1673443800@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Quadrant Networking Luncheon - January 2023
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nWe 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. \nLocation: Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot St. Brownwood\, TX 76801        Time: 11:30 am – 1:30pm                              Cost: $15/person \nREGISTER HERE: \n\n                \n                        \n                            Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Tickets Quantity\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							\n						If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n                            \n                        Credit CardCard Details\n					\n					Cardholder Name\n				\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-networking-luncheon-january-2023/
LOCATION:Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce\, 600 E. Depot St\, Brownwood\, TX\, 76801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220815T041009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163857Z
UID:10000056-1666773000-1666800000@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:TMCN ANNUAL CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:TMCN ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS COMING!\nDo 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”?\n 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!\nWHAT: TMCN ANNUAL CONFERENCE \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 26\, 2022 \nWHERE: ABILENE CIVIC CENTER \nTIME: 9:00AM – 4:00PM \nCOST: $45 PER PERSON/$25 PER STUDENT/$275 EXHIBITOR/$200 SPONSOR
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/920/
LOCATION:Abilene Convention Center\, 1100 N 6th\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220718T112752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163857Z
UID:10000055-1659007800-1659020400@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:July Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rural Broadband Initiative  \nDid you know…many communities in the TMCN organization are eligible for these funds? Is YOUR community one of them? Is YOUR community ready? \nConnect 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. \nAn 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. \nOur 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. \nWHEN: THURSDAY JULY 28\, 2022 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 3:00PM \nLOCATION: Community Foundation of Abilene \n850 N. 1st St. Abilene\, TX 79604 \nCOST: $15
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/july-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Community Foundation of Abilene\, 850 N. 1st\, Abilene\, TX\, 79604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220429T213322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163857Z
UID:10000052-1657614600-1657645200@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Elected Officials Workshop July 12\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the West Central Texas Council of Governments\, TMCN will again host the annual Elected Officials Seminar on July 12th\, 2022. \nThis 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. \n \nThe Elected Officials Seminar will be facilitated by Cisco City Manager Darwin Archer and include the following topics: \n\nParliamentary Procedure/Open Meetings Act\nMaking Dollars Count in Your Budget\nMaximizing Your Economic Development Power\nEthics and Conflicts of Interest\nEffective Working Relationships\nDeveloping Viable Communities Using Grants\nUtilizing Small Business and Local Government Assistance\, TCEQ\n\nWHEN: July 12\, 2022 \nWHERE: Region 14 Service Center 4300 S. Treadaway Abilene \nTIME: 8:30am until 5:00pm \nCOST: $40 per person \n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to having you at the Seminar on July 12th!
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/elected-officials-workshop-july-12-2022/
LOCATION:Region 14 Service Center\, 4300 S. Treadway\, Abilene\, TX\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220429T191415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163858Z
UID:10000051-1655285400-1655310600@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices for Chambers of Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the annual Best Practices for Chambers workshop.  \nDesigned 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.  \n\nDEFINING OUR PURPOSE – What Makes Chambers Different\nDELIVERING VALUE & SERVICE – Membership Development & Retention\nGETTING IT DONE – Building a Stronger\, More Effective Board\nHOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX – Learn the ins and outs of HOT\nBONUS – IMPLEMENTING A JUNIOR CHAMBER of COMMERCE\n\nDATE: Wednesday June 15\, 2022 \nTIME: 9:30am until 4:30pm \nLOCATION:  America’s SBDC – 749 Gateway Street\, Abilene \nCOST: $40 \n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/best-practices-for-chambers-of-commerce/
LOCATION:SBDC – Abilene\, 749 Gateway St.\, Abilene\, TX\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220513T195511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163858Z
UID:10000053-1653472800-1653476400@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR - DIGITAL STRATEGIES
DESCRIPTION:Digital Strategies to Attract Investment\, Support Businesses & Boost Tourism \nCommunities 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.\n\nThis one-hour webinar will look at different digital strategies to attract investment\, stimulate tourism\, and support existing local businesses.\n\n\n· Learn best practices for attracting and engaging website visitors with interactive tools\n·Understand the different kinds of virtual tours and learn how to incorporate them for virtual properties\n· Discover how to build your own interactive virtual tours to attract investors\, support businesses and bolster tourism\n· Use your digital tools in creative ways for outreach in email newsletters\, on social media\, in online presentations and more\nHosted by GIS Planning\, Bryan Beatty\n\n\nWHEN:    WEDNESDAY MAY 25\nTIME:       10 AM – 11 AM\nSOFTWARE:  This will be a GoToWebinar. Once you sign up you will receive the link to join the webinar on May 25.\nCOST:  FREE\n\n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/free-webinar-digital-strategies/
LOCATION:TX\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220504T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220504T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220328T232434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163858Z
UID:10000050-1651663800-1651678200@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:TMCN Lawmakers Luncheon May 4th\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:MAY 4TH LAWMAKERS LUNCHEON HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE WILL POST THE NEW DATE AS SOON AS IT IS CONFIRMED. \nTHANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND SUPPORT! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/tmcn-lawmakers-luncheon-may-4th-2022/
LOCATION:Myrtle Wilks Community Center\, 1498 W. Interstate 20\, Cisco\, TX\, 76437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220328T230630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163858Z
UID:10000049-1651145400-1651158000@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:April Membership Meeting -Creative Housing Solutions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nALSO – we will launch the AWESOME\, FUN\, with a New Format LEADERSHIP TMCN PROGRAM!! \n Please invite community members that you would like to know more about the Leadership TMCN program.  \nLocation: \nHendrick Hospital –  all attendees are requested to enter through the main hospital entrance \nTom Roberts Conference Room \n1900 Pine Street \nAbilene\, TX 79601 \nTime: 11:30am to 3:00pm \nDate: Thursday April 28\, 2022 \nCost: $15 \n \nPLEASE NOTE: We will be meeting at a health care facility\, and Hendrick has requested we follow their current safety protocols. \nHendrick Health COVID Protocols \n\nAll visitors will be required to check-in upon entry.\nAll visitors must wear a mask covering their nose and mouth as per state and federal guidelines for all healthcare facilities.
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/april-membership-meeting-creative-housing-solutions/
LOCATION:Hendrick Health System\, 6250 US-83\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220228T190627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163859Z
UID:10000048-1648114200-1648135800@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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? \nTMCN’s annual Grant-Writing Workshop CAN HELP! Come learn how to “supplement” your community’s vision or goal through grant funding. \nThis 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! \nLunch and handouts are included with registration fee. \nWhen: Thursday March 24\, 2022 \nTimes: 9:30a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nCost: $40
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/grant-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:TX\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20220204T223212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163859Z
UID:10000047-1646220600-1646226000@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Quadrant Mtg. Fort Chadbourne/Bronte March 2
DESCRIPTION: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 \nCost: $15 /person \nRegistration 11: 30 and we will conclude lunch at 1:00.  Tour immediately following
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-mtg-fort-chadbourne-bronte-march-2/
LOCATION:Ft Chadbourne\, 651 Ft. Chadbourne Rd.\, Bronte\, TX\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20211214T203802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T163900Z
UID:10000045-1641987000-1641999600@tmcn.org
SUMMARY:Regional Luncheons 2022
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPurchase Ticket Below
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/regional-meetings-2022-january/
LOCATION:815 N. Patrick St. Dublin TX 76446\, 815 N. Patrick St.\, Dublin\, 76446
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20200824T223340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T181254Z
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SUMMARY:28th Annual Texas Midwest Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdditional breakouts sessions include (see full 2021 Conference Program2021 Conference Program here): \n\nSocial Media: Moving Your Community or Business in Cyberspace\nKeep Moving Forward During Slow Times – Do Something Fun & Meaningful\nHow to Keep Yourself Mentally Healthy in Challenging Times\nHow to Move Your Community Upward with Technology\nPutting Your Best Foot Forward: Design to be Noticed\nTourism as Economic Development\nBuilding Capacity in Your Community With Paid Volunteers\nSenate Bill 3: Creating Your Mandatory Emergency Preparedness Plan ***All Day Session***\n\nMark your calendars for Wednesday\, October 27th and make plans to join us for the 28th Annual Texas Midwest Conference. \n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nElected Officials\, City Administrators\, EDC Practitioners & Board Members\, Chamber of Commerce Executives & Board Members\, Civic Volunteers\, School Administrators & Students\,\nHealthcare Professionals… in general\, the “Movers & Shakers” in your Community! \n  \nREGISTRATION DETAILS \n*** DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS Oct. 20th *** \nPre-registration for individual – $45/person \nPre-registration for students – $25/person \nPre-registration for non-member – $60/person \nRegistration after October 20th – $75/person \n\nPlease be aware that each registration is subject to verification of membership status. \nGuest Registration\n\n\n \n\n\nType of Registration\n\n\nMember $75.00 USDNon-Member $75.00 USDStudent $25.00 USD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibitor & Sponsor Registration\n\n \n\n\n\nType of Registration\n\n\nExhibitor $250.00 USDConference Sponsor $150.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nTCEQ Session Registration\nRegister here for the TCEQ Emergency Preparedness Session – $60 Per Person
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/28th-annual-texas-midwest-conference/
LOCATION:Abilene Convention Center\, 1100 N 6th\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20210125T143851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T022751Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nQuang 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. \nThe 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. \nCome 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! \nRegister and Purchase Your Ticket Below \n\n\n \n\n\nNumber of Attendees\n\n\n1 Attendee $15.00 USD2 Attendees $30.00 USD3 Attendees $45.00 USD4 Attendees $60.00 USD5 Attendees $75.00 USD
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quarterly-membership-meeting-3/
LOCATION:West Texas Rehabilitation Center\, 4601 Hartford\, Abilene\, TX\, 79605\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20200313T141221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T161645Z
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SUMMARY:Newly Elected Officials Seminar
DESCRIPTION:WE’RE SORRY – REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.  \n  \nIn 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. \n  \nThis 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. \n  \nThe Seminar will be facilitated by Cisco City Manager Darwin Archer and include the following topics: \n\nParliamentary Procedure/Open Meetings Act\nMaking Dollars Count in Your Budget\nMaximizing Your Economic Development Power\nEthics and Conflicts of Interest\nEffective Working Relationships – Presented by Brownwood City Manager Emily Crawford and Mayor Steven Hayes\nDeveloping Viable Communities Using Grants\n\n  \nThe 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. \n  \nThe 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). \n  \n  \n  \nWe look forward to having you at the Seminar on July 13th!
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/newly-elected-officials-seminar/
LOCATION:TX\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134108
CREATED:20210125T143513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T175445Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMember 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. \n\n                \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Phone*Names of Attendees      (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n					\n					\n						Price:\n						$20.00\n					\n					\n					 Quantity \n				Total\n							$0.00\n							\n						Credit Card\n			\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n		                \n		                \n\nIf you would like us to send you an invoice for electronic payment\, please email us at tmcn@tmcn.org.
URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quarterly-membership-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Community Foundation of Abilene\, 850 N. 1st\, Abilene\, TX\, 79604\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org
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