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Tarkington ISD OKs agreement allowing Sam Houston Electric Cooperative to stage at district facilities during disasters
Summary
The board approved an agreement permitting Sam Houston Electric Cooperative to use Tarkington ISD facilities for disaster staging; motion passed unanimously March 24, 2025.
Tarkington ISD approved a disaster agreement with Sam Houston Electric Cooperative (SHECO) that would allow the cooperative to use district facilities as staging areas in the event of a natural disaster.
Chief Financial Officer Thad Lasater presented the proposed continuing agreement. Kevin Johnson moved to approve the agreement and Susan Rollins seconded; the motion passed 7‑0. Minutes state the agreement would permit SHECO to use district facilities for staging purposes but do not include operational details, duration, insurance or reimbursement terms.
The approval grants the cooperative logistical access to district property during emergencies; the open minutes do not record any public comment or conditions attached to the agreement.
