City of Groves earns prestigious road safety certification

During the recent city council meeting, officials approved the minutes from previous meetings held on July 15 and July 23, 2024, with unanimous votes from council members. The meeting also featured a significant presentation from the Texas Municipal Intergovernmental Risk Pool (TML IRP), which recognized the Groves Public Works Department for its successful completion of the Road Ready initiative. This program, aimed at enhancing safety for city employees working near roadways, involved the completion of five digital badges that signify a commitment to risk management and loss prevention.

Daryl Oliver, a safety and loss control supervisor with TML IRP, commended the department for its proactive approach to safety, highlighting the collaborative efforts that led to this achievement. He noted that Groves is one of only four cities out of over 2,800 members in the pool to complete the initiative, underscoring the department's dedication to creating a safe working environment.

In addition to the safety recognition, the council discussed the formation of a selection review committee for the 2025-2026 Texas Community Development Block Grant. The committee will consist of the mayor, the finance director, and the public works director, with a motion made to formalize their appointment.

The meeting concluded without further reports or citizen comments, reflecting a focused agenda aimed at enhancing city operations and safety measures.