Texas Government Insider

Published: Fri, 07/11/25

Updated: Fri, 07/11/25

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Texas Tech University system chancellor announces retirement following nearly seven-year stint

Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell will retire from the Texas Tech University System after 15 years of service, including transformative leadership as Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center's president and system chancellor.

TxDOT unveils $101.6B, 10-year transportation plan for stakeholder feedback

TxDOT’s $101.6 billion plan seeks to improve safety, reduce congestion, strengthen connectivity and support all modes of travel statewide—guiding transportation investments and long-term project planning across Texas.

Port Arthur could host $5B ammonia production facility to boost energy production

A proposed $5 billion Chevron plant in Port Arthur would support clean hydrogen goals, reduce emissions and deliver economic benefits through new construction and permanent jobs.

Hays County to appeal court decision nullifying $440M road bond

Hays County is appealing a court decision to uphold its voter-approved $440 million bond, which targets traffic relief, safety improvements and essential infrastructure work on I-35 and other key roads.

Space Shuttle Discovery bound for Houston under federal budget provision

Congress approved $85 million to move Space Shuttle Discovery from Virginia to Houston’s Space Center, funding transport and a new exhibit honoring NASA’s historic mission control home.

Texas City moves into design phase for $41.5M municipal complex project

Texas City is designing a $41.5 million municipal complex to meet growth needs, housing critical departments in modern, storm-resistant buildings on the current City Hall site.

GLO awards nearly $50M to rebuild disaster-damaged communities

The General Land Office is providing $49.7 million to nine Texas cities for post-disaster infrastructure projects, targeting essential upgrades to roads, drainage systems and wastewater treatment facilities.

SpaceX receives Cameron County permit to build fuel facility at Boca Chica launch site

Cameron County approved SpaceX’s plan for an air separator facility near Boca Chica, enabling on-site production of launch fuels and reducing reliance on trucked liquid gases.

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Texas Municipal Retirement System selects Muñoz for executive director

Debbie Muñoz has been appointed as the new executive director of the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).

Muñoz brings 27 years of experience with TMRS to the role, serving in roles such as chief service officer, director of member services and, most recently, deputy executive director. During her time with TMRS, she has focused on innovation and spearheaded technology projects.

Cameron ISD appoints former teacher as new superintendent

Mistie Dakroub has been appointed as the new superintendent for Cameron Independent School District.

Dakroub most recently served as the interim superintendent at Cameron ISD and she began her career as a teacher at Wilson ISD. Dakroub has also served in roles such as principal, curriculum director and assistant superintendent at Academy and Cameron ISDs.

Texas Tech K-12 names Bayard next superintendent

Robert Bayard has been appointed as the new superintendent for Texas Tech K-12, part of Texas Tech University Online.

Bayard brings 24 years of experience to the role, serving as dean of instruction, deputy superintendent and chief technology officer. Bayard earned his Doctor of Education in educational leadership and a Master of Science in education management from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. He earned his bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin.

McAllen unveils city financial officer as new finance director

Sonia Resendez has been selected as the city of McAllen’s new finance director.

Resendez has served the city since 2016, serving in positions such as assistant investment officer, finance manager and, most recently, assistant finance director. Prior to joining the city, Resendez served as the director of finance for the city of Hidalgo.

San Antonio's new mayor selects new chief of staff

Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones has named Jenise M. Carroll as her chief of staff.

Carroll brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience to the role, most recently having served as a member of the Senior Executive Service with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Carroll also previously served in the U.S. Air Force and retired as a Colonel.

Texas A&M University higher ed center names new CEO and associate VP

Ernest Aliseda has been named CEO and associate vice president of Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen, effective Aug. 15.

Aliseda brings over 30 years of experience in higher education governance, law, public service and military leadership to the role and currently serves as the general counsel for Doctor Hospital and Renaissance Health.

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