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e're excited to invite you to San Antonio for Texas WaterTM 2026! Texas WaterTM will be held at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio from April 27-30, 2026.
Visit www.txwater.org for more information and to register! Don't miss out on the Largest Regional Water Conference in the U.S.©
Dedicated volunteers from the Texas Section AWWA and the Water Environment Association of Texas have worked countless hours to make Texas WaterTM 2026, the groups' annual joint conference, a seamless event that will bring home the knowledge to advance the
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Don't miss out on the sold-out Exhibit Hall featuring more than 650 booths, the informative technical sessions and the networking opportunities with thousands of representatives of the Texas water/ wastewater industry!
We hope to see you there! Here are some conference highlights:
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| letter from the texas section chair |
Texas Section
American Water Works Association
P.O. Box 80150 Austin, Texas 78708 www.tawwa.org
Marisa Vergara, Chair 210-798-2314
Mary Gugliuzza, Chair-Elect 817-392-8253
Julie Hunt, Vice-Chair 817-228-2947
Karen Menard, Imm. Past Chair 817-493-5195
Daniel Nix
Executive Director/Secretary-Treasurer 512-238-9292 Fax: 512-238-0496 danielnix.wf@gmail.com
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Advancing the Future of Water in Texas
BY MARISA VERGARA texas section chair
As we gear up once again for Texas Water, I’m reminded of how central this conference is to our water industry. Each year, Texas Water marks a familiar and meaningful moment—a time to reconnect, share knowledge, celebrate progress, and look ahead together. As we prepare to come together again this spring, it feels especially fitting to reflect on the momentum we’ve built, the collective impact of our members, volunteers, and partners across the state and on the privilege that it has been to serve alongside you as TAWWA Chair.
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I am excited to invite you to my hometown, San Antonio, for Texas WaterTM 2026. It will be held April 27–30 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, located in the heart of downtown near our iconic River Walk. Texas Water continues to be the largest regional water conference in the US, and this year’s program reflects the energy, innovation, and collaboration that define our industry. I encourage you to check out the "program at a glance" to map out a fun and informative conference. Our San Antonio planning committee, led by Co-Chairs Ann Peche (TAWWA) and Katie Overstreet (WEAT) have put in hundreds of hours to plan out a diverse and fun conference.
I also encourage everyone to spend time in the Exhibit Hall, where exhibitors showcase new technologies, innovative design solutions, and evolving construction methods that support utilities and communities across Texas. Our exhibitors are the heart of our conference, and the Exhibit Hall remains one of the best places to see firsthand how our industry continues to advance.
A continued highlight of Texas Water is the Student Design Competition. Special thanks to Gabe Trejo for leading our second TAWWA student competition. This competition reflects AWWA’s ongoing commitment to developing students and young professionals by giving them a platform to apply classroom learning to real-world challenges, collaborate with peers, and engage directly with water industry professionals. Supporting these
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This Is It.
BY DANIEL NIX tawwa executive director
This is the place of places and it is here.
E- Gertrude Stein
very year about this time, there is a moment when the Texas water community comes together in a way that reminds us why we do this work—and this is it. Texas WaterTM 2026 is right around the corner, and for many of us, it’s more than a date on the calendar. It’s a reunion, a classroom, and a proving ground all in one.
For me, some of the most valuable parts of the Conference have always been the conversations you don’t plan for—the handshake that turns into a solution, the introduction that becomes a long-term partnership, the chance encounter that helps you see a challenge in a completely new way. Whether you’re reconnecting with colleagues you’ve known for years or meeting someone new for the first time, the opportunity to network with peers and engage with vendors who understand our work is unmatched.
The backbone of Texas WaterTM is the technical program. These technical sessions, spread out over two and half days, aren’t just presentations—they are opportunities to hear directly from professionals who are facing the same issues you are and finding ways to solve them. From treatment innovations and infrastructure challenges to policy discussions and resource management, the knowledge shared in these rooms helps all of us go back to our communities better prepared to serve. Every session attended, every note taken, every question asked contributes to a stronger, more informed Texas water sector.
The massive exhibit hall offering is another cornerstone of the Conference experience. This is where innovation meets application—where exhibitors showcase the latest equipment, technologies, and services designed to strengthen and modernize water infrastructure across Texas. From advanced
treatment solutions and leak detection tools to smart metering, asset management systems, and safety equipment, these exhibitors bring practical solutions to real-world challenges. Spending time in the exhibit hall isn’t just about seeing what’s new—it’s about finding tools and partners that can help utilities operate more efficiently, improve reliability, and better serve their communities.
And then there are the competitions—some of the most energizing and memorable moments of the Conference. Events like Pipe Tapping, Meter Challenge, Hydrant Hysteria, Best Tasting Drinking Water and Top Ops put a spotlight on the skilled professionals who do this work every day. These are the operators, technicians, and field staff who keep our systems running, often without recognition. On this stage, they have the opportunity to showcase their expertise, precision, and teamwork in front of their peers. It’s a reminder that the foundation of our industry is built not just on planning and policy, but on the hands-on skills and dedication of those in the field.
And finally, the Conference is the opportunity to recognize excellence within our profession. The presentation of awards allows us to pause and celebrate the individuals and organizations who go above and beyond in service to their communities and our industry. These honorees represent the very best
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A Milestone Worth Celebrating
The Texas Section of the American Water Works Association (TAWWA) has reached an exciting milestone—as of March 2026, with 5,339 members, we are now the largest Section in the AWWA family.
This achievement is more than a number; it is a reflection of the strength and commitment of the Texas water community. Our growth is driven by the continued success of TAWWA’s programs and offerings, as well as the dedication of our Chapters, Committees and Divisions, whose leadership and engagement create meaningful opportunities for professionals across the state.
Equally important is the role of Texas utilities and
organizations that prioritize TAWWA membership for their employees. By supporting involvement in TAWWA, these utilities recognize the value of ongoing training, professional development, and peer-to-peer networking—all of which help their teams perform at the highest level.
At its core, this milestone speaks to a shared mission. Every new member strengthens our combined ability to protect public health, improve water quality, and advance the profession. Together, we are building a stronger, more connected water community in Texas.
Thank you to our members for making this possible—and for continuing to lead the way.
If You Fund It, They Will Come: Preparing Texas Water Organizations for the Next Decade of Growth
BY DR. BARB JOHNSON aim foresight group, a division of elston johnson & associates
Texas is undergoing a seismic shift in water investment. The creation of the Texas Water Fund in 2023, with an initial $1 billion allocation, marked the first major step toward addressing the state’s long term water infrastructure needs. In 2025, an additional $1 billion per year was dedicated to the fund, and today more than $2.5 billion in new water appropriations are in motion. The scale of investment in Texas water infrastructure is unprecedented. From drought to flood, from residential growth to corporate demand, from oil and gas activity to the expanding footprint of data centers, the Texas water sector is
being stretched in every direction at once. In addition to public funding, private companies are investing heavily as well.
That kind of money accelerates projects; it changes who enters the market, how organizations grow, and what leadership will be asked to navigate in the years ahead. New firms are arriving, acquisitions are increasing, and our workforce development gaps are increasing at the same time. It’s an exciting time, but it’s also a complicated one. This calls for thoughtful organizational strategy and workforce development,
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Texas Water Keynote: Rep. Josey Garcia
Texas Water is excited to welcome State Representative Josey Garcia to provide the keynote comments at Texas WaterTM 2026. The address will take place during the Opening Session at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28. Newly-elected to serve in the
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88th Texas Legislature, Rep. Garcia is the first woman, active-duty veteran to serve in the Texas House. She represents West San Antonio’s House District 124. Rep. Garcia has committed her life to serving others, her lived-experiences guiding her quest for solutions to increase opportunities for all Texans. Rep. Garcia spent her early years bouncing from one foster home to another. By the time she reached high school, she had attended 13 schools and lived with various families. At the age of 16, she signed up for the Delay Enlistment Program, securing her place in the U.S. Air Force, serving in deployments to Cameroon, Africa and Iraq, where she served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. After Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Rep. Garcia was stationed at Lackland Air Force Base in 2001. Here she would retire after 20 years of a military career. Rep. Garcia made San Antonio her forever home.
Upon her retirement in 2014, Rep. Garcia became a published author and community advocate in San Antonio. In 2020, she co-founded Uniting America Outreach, a nonprofit that delivers food and supplies to people in need. During Winter Storm Uri in 2021, Uniting America Outreach delivered over 9,000 meals to San Antonio’s most vulnerable residents. Her organization raised over $50,000 to provide food, clothing, and hygiene products, which they took directly to Ciudad Acuña, Mexico during the 2022 crisis at the border.
Rep. Garcia is happily married to her husband Ramon, an Army veteran Their blended family consists of eight children.
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Texas Water: Women of Water Breakfast
The annual Women of Water Breakfast will feature three dynamic panel members who will share their career stories, leadership successes and challenges, their thoughts on work-life integration, mentorship, and much more. This year’s Breakfast will feature a panel moderated by Delaine Mathieu, a former veteran news anchor and 5-time Emmy-winning journalist. Participating will be Stacey Allison Steinbach, Executive Director Texas Water Association; Brooke Paup, Chair of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; and L’Oreal Stepney, Chair of the Texas Water Development Board.
We look forward to having you join us for breakfast as these women showcase the difference women can make in our water community, while also providing a
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Texas Water: Conference Night Out
Join us for a memorable night at The Espee, San Antonio’s beautifully restored Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, originally opened in 1902. Once known as the city’s "Grand Central Station," this striking Mission Revival landmark served as a bustling gateway that connected travelers across Texas and beyond. Today, The Espee has been transformed into one of San Antonio’s most distinctive venues—where historic character meets modern energy.
The evening will feature live music, great food, and drinks (includes one drink ticket, followed by a cash bar).
We’ll kick things off with the gavel-passing ceremony at 6:15 p.m., then continue the celebration
of another successful Texas Water Conference.
Shuttle buses will depart from the Grand Hyatt Hotel beginning at 6 p.m. Transportation and parking details will be provided closer to the event.
Access to the Conference Night Out is included with Full Registration. Additional access is available for purchase for $100 by April 7; $110 after.
The Espee is located at 1174 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205 and is within walking distance from the conference convention center.
Save the date and be part of an evening that blends San Antonio’s rich history with the excitement of our Texas Water community!
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Central Texas Science and Engineering Fair
The 70th Annual Central Texas Science and Engineering Fair (CTSEF) was held on February 10-11, 2026 in Waco, Texas at the Lee Lockwood Library and Museum. The CTSEF’s purpose is to promote interest and expertise in science and engineering among school students in a 13-county region while encouraging and inspiring students to explore and investigate their world through hands-on research.
Nine TAWWA and WEAT volunteers reviewed 20 water and environmental posters and interviewed the student scientists to understand more about their projects.
The volunteers awarded three high school projects and one middle school project each with the "TAWWA/
WEAT Water Excellence Award" and the "TAWWA/ WEAT Environmental Excellence Award".
The winners of these awards presented projects that targeted an important challenge in the water environment or adjacent environmental studies. The projects each had a proposed solution that had been tested with results and recommendations directly applicable to solving the problem. The students were also judged on creativity, abstract quality, presentation poster, and interview skills.
The first-place senior level winner was also awarded
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Strengthening Our Team
TAWWA is pleased to announce the addition of a new position within our organization—Executive Assistant—a role created by the Section's Executive Committee to support the continued growth of the Section and enhance our ability to serve our members effectively. As TAWWA’s programs, partnerships and initiatives continue to expand, so too does the need for strong internal coordination and support. This new position reflects our commitment to building the capacity necessary to meet the evolving needs of the Texas water community.
We are excited to share that this new position has been filled by Alexis Nix, who brings a unique combination of experience, institutional knowledge, and passion for the water sector. Alexis holds a
bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University with a minor in Business Administration and has already demonstrated a strong ability to contribute to the development and promotion of key Section programs.
Many of you may already be familiar with Alexis through her previous work supporting TAWWA initiatives. She has played a role in advancing programs such as the SETH Program, student chapter development efforts and the Agricultural Water
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Sustainability Summit. Her prior experience as both an intern and contract support for TAWWA has provided her with a solid understanding of Section operations, including administrative procedures and processes, and coordination with partners such as GCP Association Services and the Texas Water support contractor.
In addition to her hands-on experience, Alexis has actively engaged with the broader water community, having attended both Texas Water Conferences and ACE Conferences. She brings with her a demonstrated awareness of the key issues facing the water sector today, as well as an ability to identify and communicate emerging challenges that will shape our future.
Alexis also has a working knowledge of the roles of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), and how their work intersects with the priorities and needs of our members. This understanding will be invaluable as TAWWA continues
to navigate the complex regulatory and policy landscape impacting water utilities across the state. Please join us in welcoming Alexis to this new role. We are confident that her experience, perspective, and dedication will strengthen our team and support TAWWA’s mission to serve and advance the Texas water community.
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steady leadership, and a level of strategic planning and foresight that helps us look past today’s excitement and energy, to prepare for what’s coming next.
As a small business owner in the water sector, I am already feeling the impact and thinking about the future. Prior to my work in the Texas water sector at Elston Johnson & Associates, I supported two healthcare mergers where I focused on cultural alignment and strategic communication. The industries are different, but the patterns are not. When organizations face rapid change, whether in healthcare or water utilities, the same pressures emerge around culture, leadership, strategy, and the people who make the work possible. My head for business, my heart for Texans, and my hands for doing the work have always pushed me to scan the environment for what’s coming next. That perspective, grounded in both lived experience and strategic foresight, shapes my read on the current trends.
This article is the first in a series of four I’m writing for the people doing the real work in Texas water: the heritage firms built on decades of trust, the small and mid size companies weighing their next chapter, and the new firms entering Texas with plans to grow through partnership or acquisition. No matter where you sit, the changes ahead will touch your workforce, your culture, and your long term strategy.
In this opening piece, I’m laying out the trends gaining speed in Texas water and the pressures they’re creating for organizations across the state. I’ll close with a few practical considerations, whether you’re preparing for buyers or investors, planning to stay independent, or simply wanting to make sure your organization is positioned to lead rather than react.
In future articles, I will discuss the importance of strategic foresight and strategic planning in this business landscape, the need for a strong organizational strategy, including workforce development, and finally, the need for intentional leadership development and succession planning to ensure success today and for the future.
Before we explore the choices businesses face, it’s important to understand the current business landscape that is driving these shifts.
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Business Landscape in the Texas Water Sector: As a result of the increased funding, we are seeing an unprecedented wave of firms entering Texas. Many will look to grow their footprint through mergers, acquisitions (often backed by Private Equity), and partnerships. The rise of private equity is accelerating this shift, reshaping organizational strategy, structure, and service expectations across the sector. What many of these new companies underestimate is the depth of Texas’ regulatory landscape and the business culture that has shaped how work gets done here for generations.
For Texas companies, the tension is different: how to preserve the legacy of a heritage business while weighing the appeal of acquisitions or partnerships that promise deeper bench strength and expanded capacity.
• Merger: Two companies combine to form a new organization. Cultures blend, roles shift, reporting lines change, and people often feel uncertain about what comes next.
• Acquisition: One company buys another. The acquired company typically adopts the buyer’s systems, processes, and expectations — changes that can disrupt trust and stability if not handled intentionally.
• Partnership or Joint Venture: Two organizations agree to work together on a project or service without fully combining. This often introduces new workflows, shared responsibilities, and different expectations for staff. These can be formal (legal) or informal agreements.
• Private Equity (PE): Investment firms that buy companies, streamline them, and eventually sell them. PE can bring resources and discipline, but it also introduces efficiency pressures, new leadership styles, and a faster pace of change that can shorten the lifespan of a business if not managed well.
We’ve seen this pattern in other industries during the "big box" era when national companies bought up smaller, local businesses. Now, we’re watching a similar trend unfold in Texas water as the sector becomes more financially attractive. Capital flows in, larger firms look to acquire and consolidate small and mid size companies, reputational risks rise, operational and workforce strain increases, and communities feel the impact of the shift. But unlike hardware stores, office supply chains, or grocery consolidation, the water sector is different. The skill sets are specialized, the stakes are higher, and when consolidation happens
here, it affects the communities we serve, the organizations that support them, and in some cases, public health and regulatory compliance. It also affects the ecosystem of trust that has long defined relationships among small and mid sized Texas engineering and regulatory firms.
According to Morrissey Goodale, a firm that tracks architectural, engineering, and environmental acquisitions across the country, Texas now leads the nation in water and wastewater M&A activity. Their data confirms what many of us have been sensing: the eyes of the water world are upon us. We’ve funded it… and they are coming. And the most efficient way to enter a new market isn’t to build an office and hire from scratch; it’s to acquire or partner with companies that already have a strong reputation and a deep Rolodex of relationships. For Texas firms, this means increased competition for talent, new players in the market, and potential shifts in long standing relationships that have anchored this sector for decades.
The data from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors tells a story that confirms my own observations. In 2024, 270 engineering firms headquartered outside Texas registered to operate here, compared to just 33 Texas based firms. In 2025, the pattern intensified: 295 out of state firms, only 30 from Texas. And in the first months of 2026 alone, 52 new out of state firms have already registered, while only two Texas firms have done the same.
This is not a subtle shift. It is a flood, and the SWIFT Fund can’t stop it! Texas is becoming the destination
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market for engineering firms across the country, and our own firms are not expanding at the same pace. Registration is the first step in a predictable sequence: entry, competition, partnership, acquisition, and ultimately consolidation. For small and legacy Texas firms, this represents both opportunity and risk. The opportunity is access to capital, capacity, and new markets. The risk is entering deals without fully understanding the long term implications. This includes the potential loss of identity, culture, and community trust that have been decades in the making.
This surge is happening against the backdrop of significant statewide growth. According to the Texas Water Development Board, Texas’ population is projected to grow by more than 70% by 2070. This trend will intensify demand on water supply, infrastructure, and workforce capacity. National assessments echo this pressure. The American Society of Civil Engineers continues to highlight aging water systems and workforce shortages as critical
risks across the country.
Whether your organization is entering Texas, or you’re a Texas-founded company considering a sale or partnership, or committed to remaining independent, you must have clarity, discipline, and intentional leadership. The following guidance is designed to help organizations engage from a position of strength and confidence as the landscape continues to shift and the need to serve growing Texas communities increases.
Recommendations for Success:
1. For New Firms Entering Texas: Lead with Understanding, Not Assumptions
Texas is not a plug and play market. It is a relationship driven ecosystem with deep regulatory nuance and a long memory for who shows up and how.
What to do:
• Learn the regulatory culture, not just the rules
• Build relationships before you build proposals
• Be transparent about your long term intentions
• Prioritize workforce stability and continuity
• Recognize you are acquiring a company culture and its people, not a P&L Statement
What to avoid:
• Importing one size fits all operating models (Adapt, don’t Adopt)
• Replacing local leadership too quickly
• Rushing integration or forcing immediate system changes
• Treating Texas firms as acquisition targets first
• Mistaking handshakes and hospitality for weakness
Trust is the currency of Texas water. You cannot buy it; you must earn it.
2. For Legacy Texas Firms Considering Selling or Partnering: Prepare, Protect, and Negotiate from Strength
Selling is not a failure. For many founders, it is a strategic choice — but it must be made with clarity about identity, culture, and long term impact.
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Business Psychology, put it plainly, "Entrepreneurs have an outsized need for autonomy. Their identity is tied to the business. If they still have job joy, handing over the reins to an outsider can feel impossible. However, if they choose to sell, they need to recognize their own power, and what makes them attractive. And they need to have an exit strategy and succession plan for a smooth transition."
This emotional reality matters just as much as the financial one.
What to do:
• Get your house in order: SOPs, financials, roles, and compliance
• Know your value before you enter any conversation
• Protect your people and your culture and assess the culture of the purchasing or partnering company
• Consider an employee-owned model as part of your exit strategy
• Bring your own legal, financial, and organizational advisors
• Clarify your non negotiables before negotiations begin
What to avoid:
• Taking the first offer
• Assuming bigger automatically means better
• Negotiating from fatigue or burnout
A strong, well prepared firm commands a stronger deal, and protects its legacy.
3. For Legacy Texas Firms That Want to Remain Independent:
Remaining independent is absolutely viable, but it is no longer passive. It requires operational discipline,
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leadership development, and strategic focus.
What to do:
• Strengthen your organizational backbone: SOPs, financials, and project management
• Invest deeply in your people who are your greatest competitive advantage
• Focus on your niche and double down on what you do best
• Build strategic partnerships without giving up control
• Stay close to your clients and communities
What to avoid:
• Assuming independence means "business as usual"
• Underinvesting in leadership, succession and workforce development
• Competing on price instead of expertise
intentionally. Legacy is important, but it’s not the only advantage.
As we move through this seismic shift in Texas water, engineering and regulatory firms have more options than ever before: enter the Texas market as a new player, grow through partnership or acquisition, or remain independent. None of these paths are inherently right or wrong. But each one requires self awareness, preparation, and a level of organizational discipline that matches the scale of change happening around us.
Next Edition of Texas H2O
See you in the next addition of Texas H2O, where we will look ahead together. We will explore the elements of strategic foresight, and strategic planning, including trend spotting, wild cards, and scenario planning. This will provide the foundation for the future articles around organizational strategy, workforce decisions,
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opportunities is essential as we continue investing in the future of our workforce.
San Antonio is the perfect location to combine work and pleasure! I hope you will join us for the Conference Night Out, which will take place Wednesday evening at The Espee, a restored historic railway station just steps from the convention center. I encourage you to bring your family and friends to enjoy everything San Antonio has to offer. From its rich history and world-class food to live music, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation, San Antonio provides a memorable backdrop beyond the conference itself.
A Continued Focus on Workforce Development: The SETH Program
Speaking of workforce development, I want to highlight the SETH Program, one of the most impactful initiatives supporting the future of our industry. The program allows high school students to graduate with a Class D
water license, enabling utilities to connect with licensed individuals early and begin developing talent at a critical stage.
The SETH Program not only opens doors for young people to explore meaningful careers in the water sector, but it also helps utilities build a more sustainable and prepared workforce. If you or your organization are interested in supporting this effort — whether through training, outreach, mentoring, or partnerships with local schools — I encourage you to get involved in your community. Special thanks to Dean Sharp for his leadership in this very important mission!
TAWWA Operational Improvements
TAWWA continues to focus on improving service to our members, and I’m pleased to share several operational enhancements underway for 2026.
We are rolling out a document management system with Microsoft Enterprise, which will improve organization by centralizing our records, allow secure document accessibility, and boost efficiency across our
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operations. In addition, we are expanding our capacity by adding a full-time member services representative dedicated to providing personalized support to our members and supporting our growing programs. We are also launching a series of easily accessible training sessions focused on advanced treatment, including online learning opportunities. These resources are designed to help members strengthen technical knowledge and stay current with evolving treatment technologies and regulatory requirements. All of these improvements will be in place this year, and we look forward to the benefits they will bring to our members.
Thank You for Allowing Me to Serve
As I reflect on my time as Chair, I want to sincerely thank you for the opportunity to serve. I have been continually inspired by the passion, energy, and dedication of our section-level and chapter local volunteers. The commitment our members demonstrate in promoting safe and reliable drinking water and protecting public health is truly remarkable.
TAWWA is built on servant leadership, and it has been a privilege to be part of an organization that fully embraces that spirit. The strength of our Section lies in our tradition of leadership rotation and collective service — an approach that supports our continued growth as Lone Star Leaders. Congratulations to our members in officially becoming the largest and most impactful AWWA Section in the country!
Thank you for your membership, your involvement, and your support. I encourage you to stay engaged and get involved and invite a colleague or friend to join TAWWA as we continue working together to advance the future of water in Texas.
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Quarry Golf Course for the annual Texas Water Golf Tournament. The tournament raises money for scholarships for TAWWA and WEAT (pre-registration required).
At 8:30 a.m., volunteers will gather at Confluence Park for the Curtis Smalley Environmental Event. This year's event is held in partnership with the San Antonio River Authority and includes cleaning up litter and planting native species (pre-registration required)
At 1 p.m., the Texas Section's Board of Trustees will hold its annual meeting at the Convention Center. All members of TAWWA are welcome to attend the Board meeting.
You can print your badge when registration opens at 4 p.m. Then join us in the Exhibit Hall when it opens at 4:30 p.m. for a Meet-and-Greet reception for attendees.
TUESDAY, APRIL 28
The morning kicks off with the Dodson Drive Fun Run, which benefits the Dodson Drive and raises funds to support TAWWA/WEAT Young Professional activities around Texas.
At 9 a.m. State Representative Josey Garcia will address the opening session. Read more about Garcia on page 13.
The Water For People Silent Auction also starts on Tuesday, where you can bid on some wonderful items for a great cause.
The Water License Exam Prep Workshop will be offered on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You must register for this workshop in advance. It costs $200 by April 7; $240 after, and includes a boxed lunch and access to the Exhibit Hall after the workshop ends. The workshop is offered as a standalone registration option or can be added on to a Full Conference registration.
The Awards Lunch (attendance is limited to Full
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Registrants, Tuesday Only registrations or those who purchased access separately) at 11:30 a.m. spotlights TAWWA members who have made special contributions to the industry.
Technical sessions begin their three-day run that afternoon, with more than 240 presentations to choose from throughout the conference. And be sure to check out the research posters displayed near the technical sessions. Tuesday is also the first day for competitions in the Exhibit Hall, with Hydrant Hysteria, Meter Challenge and Junior Meter Challenge. Come cheer on these competitors!
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29
The morning starts with the Women of Water breakfast (doors open at 7:15 a.m. – attendance is limited to Full Conference registrants or those who purchased access separately; read more about the event on page 14).
Competitions—including the quiz-show style Top Ops, Pipe Tapping, the Best-Tasting Drinking Water Contest and Hydrant Hysteria—put a fun spin on the
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day. The Awards Celebration (Full or Wednesday Only registrations are required for a box lunch) will be held during lunch.
After the Exhibit Hall closes at 3:30 p.m., it's time to get ready for the night out at The Espee (access is limited to Full Registrants or those who purchased access separately). The Gavel Passing starts at 6:15 p.m. and the mixer begins at 6:30 p.m. Read more about the conference night out event on page 16.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
Thursday kicks off with the Gloyna Breakfast at 7 a.m., featuring Jeff Haby who recently retired from the San Antonio Water System (SAWS) after a 38-year engineering career. Attendance is limited to those who purchased access separately.
Facility tours (pre-registration required) depart from the Convention Center Thursday morning. Back at the conference, the morning is spent in the last of the technical sessions, with the conference adjourning at noon.
For more information and to register, visit www.txwater.org. We look forward to seeing you in San Antonio!
the Regional Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP). The SJWP awards young scientists pursuing water-related science projects at the high school level. All regional science fair contestants were encouraged to submit their projects for the state-level SJWP competition where they can win an all-expense paid trip to the US SJWP competition.
Congratulations to the CTSEF Water/Environmental Excellence Winners! (see list of winners on adjacent page)
CTSEF Special Awards Judges: Jessica Emmett-Sellers, Becca Stallings, Eric Coffman, Seth Williams, Melissa Mullins, Kristen Newman, Kimberley Gamez and Hannah Frels. (Jesleigh Norman not pictured).
1st Place
Senior
Ramon Gallegos & Daniel Puente
Eco-Stepping Stones: Recovering Waterway Waste to Address Low Income Housing Needs (Year 3)
2nd Place Senior Jadyn Austin & Molly Austen
Managing Invasion of Lake Amoebas – A Study of Nose Plug Efficiency
Cydnee Walker
3rd Place Senior
Using a Positive Charged Media to Remove Different Heavy Metal Ions from Contaminated Water Samples (Year 2)
1st Place Junior Kendall Miller Floodwater Testing in the Texas Hill Country –Chemical/Bacterial Contamination
Mabry Miller
The Plastic Cow: Microplastic Dry Removal from Bovine Feed with Elimination Device for Distinct Plastics (Year 6)
Susanna Olafsen Aedes Aegypti Water Supplies
Judah Carl Waco Wetlands: An assessment of an Artificial Wetland during the dry phase
Ashlyn George Inorganic vs. Compost: Tea-based Organic Fertilizers in Hydroponic Systems
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of Texas water—demonstrating leadership, innovation, and a commitment to public health that often goes unseen. Taking the time to acknowledge their contributions not only honors their work, but also inspires all of us to continue striving for excellence in what we do.
But beyond the sessions, networking, awards, and competitions, what makes this Conference special is the shared sense of purpose. We all come from different parts of the state, different roles, and different backgrounds—but we are united by the responsibility of providing safe, reliable water to the people of Texas. That common mission is what turns a conference into something more meaningful.
So, as you prepare to attend, I encourage you to be present. Introduce yourself to someone new. Ask
questions. Share your experiences. Take full advantage of everything this Conference has to offer—because moments like this don’t just happen, they are built by the people who show up and engage.
This is connection. This is learning. This is recognition. This is skill in action. This is collaboration. This is the future of our profession.
This is Texas Water.
Building Next-Generation Water Systems
Greater Austin Regional Science and Engineering Fair
TAWWA Capital Area Chapter volunteers helped judge the 2026 Greater Austin Regional Science and Engineering Fair in February and awarded 12 prize in both the TAWWA Excellence in Water Award and WEAT Stockholm Junior Water categories. See below for the special award winners.
1st Place
Senior
2nd Place
Amara Atikune
UV Photodegredation of PFAS using the UV Sulfite System
Senior Justin Wang
Bioinspired Micro/Nano-plastic Removal
Ohm Shankar
3rd Place
Senior
1st Place
Junior
2nd Place
Junior
3rd Place
Junior
Novel Simulation of Blended Alternative Water Sources for Potable Reuse: A Monte-Carlo Based Analysis
Pranav Tanniru, Abhinav Kankanala
The Aqua Guardian: Active and Automatic Water Quality Monitoring for pH, Turbidity, TDS, and Temperature with an Eco-Friendly Purification System
Shreyan Roy, Trishul Shanmugaraja
What is the best way to remove micro pollution from a river?
Ahsan Mohammad, Peniel Yoseph
Using Algae to Remove Synthetic Dyes from Contaminated Water
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Amara Atikune
UV Photodegredation of PFAS using the UV Sulfite System
Justin Wang Bioinspired Micro/Nano-plastic Removal
Kaitlyn Tran
Predicting Groundwater Contamination Risk for a Karstic Quarry in the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone: A Geospatial Analysis of Post-Mining Land
Use Scenarios
Yusuf Mahmood
Invisible Invaders: The Silent Spread of Microplastics
Farisha Shahil
The Water Footprint of Bioplastics: A study on the effects of bioplastics on water properties
Sharvil Purandare
Determining the Optimal Sensor Technology for Rapid, Reliable, Night-Time Alerts during flood
TAWWA Welcomes New Members Joining January
Sarah Abrigo Gomez Corpus Christi, TX
Jeff Acosta El Paso, TX
Jade Affleck Plano, TX
April Aguirre Corpus Christi, TX
Aaron Aguirre Angel Corpus Christi, TX
Mohammad Ahmad Houston, TX
Shazia Ahmed Dallas, TX
Isaac Alcala Corpus Christi, TX
Johan Alcocer Farmers Branch, TX
John Alford Houston, TX
Shawnee Alford Mansfield, TX
Thomas Allen Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Alvarez Rio Hondo, TX
Audrey Anderson Conroe, TX
Austin Anderson Victoria, TX
Gabriel Anderson Corpus Christi, TX
Alvaro Andrade Corpus Christi, TX
Josie Anguiano Corpus Christi, TX
Lucino Anguiano Corpus Christi, TX
Andrew Arevalo Corpus Christi, TX
Jildardo Arias Friendswood, TX
Emiliorey Armadillo Corpus Christi, TX
Pablo Astorga Corpus Christi, TX
Johnathan Avalos Corpus Christi, TX
Mark Avila
Corpus Christi, TX
Victor Avila Prosper, TX
Clint Babcock
Corpus Christi, TX
Brittney Bachman
Wichita Falls, TX
Donald Baird Burleson, TX
Joann Baker Corpus Christi, TX
JQ Baker Spring, TX
Humberto Barbosa Corpus Christi, TX
Malory Barraza
Corpus Christi, TX
Eric Barrientez
Corpus Christi, TX
Joshua Bayardo
Corpus Christi, TX
Matthew Bayardo Corpus Christi, TX
Brendan Bedell Roanoke, TX
Calvin Belford
Corpus Christi, TX
Steven Bellew Austin, TX
James Benavidez Corpus Christi, TX
Ky Bernal
Corpus Christi, TX
Marcos Betancourt
Corpus Christi, TX
Priyanka Bhaskar
San Antonio, TX
Malcolm Bihl
Corpus Christi, TX
Caleb Bishop
Corpus Christi, TX
Austin Blair Cedar Park, TX
Rachel Blakey Farmersville, TX
Heather Blevins
Wichita Falls, TX
16 – February 28, 2026
Jeffrey Borgstedte
Corpus Christi, TX
Orlando Boscan
Round Rock, TX
Dreama Bowen Westlake, TX
David Bradfute
Corpus Christi, TX
Dexter Brantley
Corpus Christi, TX
Jason Brasier Corpus Christi, TX
William Brinkman
Corpus Christi, TX
Matthew Brockelman Houston, TX
Cesar Bueno Espino Corpus Christi, TX
Robert Burchett Arlington, TX
Matthew Byrd Comanche, TX
Othy Cahill
Corpus Christi, TX
Megan Caldera
Corpus Christi, TX
AJ Calhoun
Corpus Christi, TX
Laura Calzoncinth
Corpus Christi, TX
Pedro Canales
Corpus Christi, TX
Gladys Cantu
Corpus Christi, TX
Virgilio Carneiro Leon Fort Worth, TX
Ryan Carpenter
Corpus Christi, TX
Armani Carreon
San Antonio, TX
Vanessa Casanova
Corpus Christi, TX
James Castanon
Corpus Christi, TX
Justin Castillo
Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Castillo
Corpus Christi, TX
Isai Cepeda-Perez Corpus Christi, TX
Gabriel Cerda Corpus Christi, TX
Kaden Chapa Corpus Christi, TX
Gabriel Chapman Corpus Christi, TX
Jared Chavarria Corpus Christi, TX
Nusrat Chowdhury Dallas, TX
Miranda Cirlos Corpus Christi, TX
Ryan Cirlos Corpus Christi, TX
Joshua Clark Corpus Christi, TX
Terry Clark Corpus Christi, TX
Jeanette Claudio Corpus Christi, TX
Dave Collins Decatur, TX
Perry Connar Corpus Christi, TX
Megan Connell Brookshire, TX
Pedro Contreras Corpus Christi, TX
Lafe Cornwell Camden, NJ
Adrianna Cortez Corpus Christi, TX
Colten Cougot Corpus Christi, TX
Steve Covarrubias Corpus Christi, TX
Creston Water Solutions The Woodlands, TX
Hector Cron Mansfield, TX
Jose Cruz Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Cruz Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Cuellar Corpus Christi, TX
LaCedrick Cullum Corpus Christi, TX
Samantha Dalton Corpus Christi, TX
Darvin Davis Corpus Christi, TX
Scott Davison Corpus Christi, TX
Marcus Day Midlothian, TX
Barbara De La Fuente Corpus Christi, TX
Joshua De La Fuente Corpus Christi, TX
Mario De La Garza Corpus Christi, TX
Michael De La Garza Corpus Christi, TX
Phillip De La Garza Corpus Christi, TX
Adrian De Los Rios Mansfield, TX
Gilbert De Los Santos Corpus Christi, TX
Michael De Los Santos Corpus Christi, TX
Christian Deases Corpus Christi, TX
Paola DeLaTorre Sugar Land, TX
Leon DelToro Corpus Christi, TX
Armando Diaz Gudino Corpus Christi, TX
Xuan Dinh Corpus Christi, TX
Tina Dong Dallas, TX
Kasim Dotson Mansfield, TX
Alexander Downing Bellmead, TX
Cory Duncan Corpus Christi, TX
Touran Durrette Corpus Christi, TX
Haley Dutschmann Valley Mills, TX
Mike Elliott Corpus Christi, TX
Neville Elliott Corpus Christi, TX
Christopher Enriquez Corpus Christi, TX
Reynaldo Escobar Corpus Christi, TX
Matthew Estrada Corpus Christi, TX
Ulises Estrada El Paso, TX
George Evans Corpus Christi, TX
Corrie Everett Horseshoe Bay, TX
Nimad Felegari Arlington, TX
Hiron Fernando Richardson, TX
Daniel Ferrero Victoria, TX
Angelique Fette Corpus Christi, TX
Fernando Flores Corpus Christi, TX
Jasmine Flores Corpus Christi, TX
Manuel Flores Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Florez Corpus Christi, TX
Kevin Foley Corpus Christi, TX
Rafael Fontanez Corpus Christi, TX
Jake Formby Grapevine, TX
Christian Franco Corpus Christi, TX
Wood Franklin Lubbock, TX
Brian Fregia Mont Belvieu, TX
Devin French Mabank, TX
Wanda Gaby Alba, TX
Heriberto Galicia McAllen, TX
Mark Galvan Corpus Christi, TX
Ruben Galvan Corpus Christi, TX
Patricia Ganceres Corpus Christi, TX
Simeon Gantt Houston, TX
Adam Garcia
TAWWA Welcomes New Members Joining January
16 – February 28, 2026
Alexandria Garcia
Corpus Christi, TX
Anderson Garcia
Norma Garcia
Corpus Christi, TX
Pablo Garcia
Ray Garza
Corpus Christi, TX
Ruben Garza
Nathan Gonzalez
Corpus Christi, TX
Ramiro Gonzalez
Lillian Gunter Corpus Christi, TX
Anthony Gutierrez
Kenneth Hattersley
Corpus Christi, TX
Annie Hawley
Walter Hernandez
Corpus Christi, TX
Aaron Herrera Corpus Christi, TX
David Herrera Corpus Christi, TX
Kiana Herrrero Corpus Christi, TX
Matthew Hinojosa Corpus Christi, TX
Pete Hinojosa Jr. Corpus Christi, TX
Brian Hitchcock Corpus Christi, TX
Tony Hoff Wichita Falls, TX
Emily Horne San Felipe, TX
Mario Huerta Corpus Christi, TX
John Hughes
Corpus Christi, TX
Troy Hungerford Wichita Falls, TX
Hector Hurtado
Corpus Christi, TX
Jon Hutchinson Corpus Christi, TX
Donald Hynson Corpus Christi, TX
Abigail Ibarra Corpus Christi, TX
Gabriel Ibarra Corpus Christi, TX
Ruben Ibarra Corpus Christi, TX
Asma Iram San Antonio, TX
Chance Ireland Mont Belvieu, TX
Agustine Irigoyen Corpus Christi, TX
Tanya Jaycox Corpus Christi, TX
Andrew Jaynes Crowley, TX
Carrie Jones Prosper, TX
Jose Juarez
Corpus Christi, TX
Cristian Jungo Corpus Christi, TX
Adrian Jurado Farmers Branch, TX
Jordan Kaigler
Corpus Christi, TX
Donald Kasper Corpus Christi, TX
Lizza Kautz Corpus Christi, TX
Zachary Kell Kingwood, TX
Joshua Kelley Corpus Christi, TX
Nicholas Kelley Corpus Christi, TX
Md Al Amin Khan Beaumont, TX
Jonathan King West University Place, TX
David Koberlein Killeen, TX
Jimmy Koenig Corpus Christi, TX
Kaely Langton Houston, TX
Michael Latham Corpus Christi, TX
Kyle LaVake Corpus Christi, TX
Alyssa Lawrence Houston, TX
Jorge Leos Corpus Christi, TX
Andrew Levine Corpus Christi, TX
Gerald Lewis
Corpus Christi, TX
Qinlin Li Austin, TX
Yanfeng Li Round Rock, TX
Belinda Limon Corpus Christi, TX
John Littlefield San Antonio, TX
Kelly Long Corpus Christi, TX
Matthew Longoria Corpus Christi, TX
Gabriel Lopez Corpus Christi, TX
Jesse Lopez Corpus Christi, TX
Jordan Lopez Mansfield, TX
Juan Lopez Corpus Christi, TX
Maggie Lopez Corpus Christi, TX
Richard Lopez Corpus Christi, TX
Matt Lower Houston, TX
Vicente Loza
Corpus Christi, TX
Nancy Lundie Richardson, TX
Logan Lyda
Corpus Christi, TX
Ashly Magdaleno Corpus Christi, TX
Terance Magna Corpus Christi, TX
Dustin Maguire Wichita Falls, TX
Dandi Maldonado Corpus Christi, TX
Mathew Manson Mansfield, TX
Emiliano Marin Mansfield, TX
Joshua Marquez Victoria, TX
Cody Martin Horseshoe Bay, TX
Adrian Martinez Corpus Christi, TX
Erin Martinez Corpus Christi, TX
Inez Martinez Corpus Christi, TX
Lee Martinez Corpus Christi, TX
Randy Martinez Corpus Christi, TX
Rita Martinez Corpus Christi, TX
Francisco Martinez Cruz Corpus Christi, TX
Thomas Marton Mont Belvieu, TX
Dustin Mather Aubrey, TX
Bryant Matlock Wichita Falls, TX
Chris Matzke Dallas, TX
Hailee Medwedeff Friendswood, TX
Michael Medwedeff Friendswood, TX
Monserrat Mejia Corpus Christi, TX
Aureliano Melena Corpus Christi, TX
Angelita Mendez Corpus Christi, TX
Robert Mendez
Corpus Christi, TX
Emilio Mendoza El Paso, TX
Manuel Mendoza, Jr. Stowell, TX
John Merino Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Metzger Corpus Christi, TX
Emily Metzler San Antonio, TX
LeRoy Meza Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Meza Corpus Christi, TX
Angela Miller San Antonio, TX
Tyler Mohre San Antonio, TX
Erik Molnar Corpus Christi, TX
Virginia Montelongo Corpus Christi, TX
Jose Montemayor
Corpus Christi, TX
Tina Moore Corpus Christi, TX
Samuel Morales Corpus Christi, TX
Caitlyn Moreno
Corpus Christi, TX
James Moreno Corpus Christi, TX
Sergio Moreno Corpus Christi, TX
Scott Morrow Buda, TX
Nolan Mulholland Wichita Falls, TX
Dylan Munguia Corpus Christi, TX
Tharun Murali Houston, TX
Santiago Murillo Gonzalez Corpus Christi, TX
Caleb Murphy Corpus Christi, TX
TJ Newell Wichita Falls, TX
Clayton Nicolardi Sugar Land, TX
Jesleigh Norman Lorena, TX
Ramona Ochoa Corpus Christi, TX
Adolfo Oliva Corpus Christi, TX
John Olivarez Corpus Christi, TX
Michelle Olivarez Corpus Christi, TX
Landon Olivo Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Onwuama League City, TX
Adrian Ortiz Corpus Christi, TX
Carlos Ortiz Corpus Christi, TX
Martin Ortiz
Corpus Christi, TX
Marlena Osgood Cedar Park, TX
Joseph Palfreyman Corpus Christi, TX
Connor Parker Corpus Christi, TX
Stuart Parks
Corpus Christi, TX
Charlotte Patience
Duncanville, TX
Anthony Patlan
Corpus Christi, TX
Sean Payne Mayor
Corpus Christi, TX
John Paz
Corpus Christi, TX
Richard Paz
Corpus Christi, TX
Robert Paz
Corpus Christi, TX
Alejandro Pedraza Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Pellat-Leal
Corpus Christi, TX
Arnold Pena
Corpus Christi, TX
Enrique Pena
Corpus Christi, TX
Pencco, Inc.
San Felipe, TX
Colton Pensyl
Corpus Christi, TX
Aidan Perales
Corpus Christi, TX
Javier Perales
Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Perales
Corpus Christi, TX
Ernesto Perez
Corpus Christi, TX
Joe Perez
Corpus Christi, TX
Joseph Perez
Corpus Christi, TX
Roy Perez
Corpus Christi, TX
Norberto Perez Silva Corpus Christi, TX
TAWWA Welcomes New Members Joining January 16 – February 28, 2026
Kody Petillo Waco, TX
Alan Phillips Austin, TX
Bryan Phillips Corpus Christi, TX
Rexanne Pilkenton Coupland, TX
Brian Plover Marion, TX
Evangelos Pollakis Corpus Christi, TX
Jeffray Preza Corpus Christi, TX
Glen Probasco Midlothian, TX
Jose Puga Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Pulido Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Pulido Corpus Christi, TX
Jeremy Quast Corpus Christi, TX
Leticia Quinones Corpus Christi, TX
Robert Quintero Corpus Christi, TX
Christopher Ramirez Corpus Christi, TX
Delia Ramirez Corpus Christi, TX
Mary Randle Corpus Christi, TX
Randol Rapp Corpus Christi, TX
KieArron Ratcliff Corpus Christi, TX
Divya Rathanlal Austin, TX
Matt Rector Pflugerville, TX
Erin Regino Corpus Christi, TX
Justin Reinschmidt Corpus Christi, TX
Alejandro Revolorio Corpus Christi, TX
Jacob Reyes Corpus Christi, TX
Angel Riojas Corpus Christi, TX
Robert Riojas Corpus Christi, TX
Roy Riojas Corpus Christi, TX
Nicholas Rios Corpus Christi, TX
Guillermo Rios Nazario
Corpus Christi, TX
David Rivera
Corpus Christi, TX
Ramiro Rivera
Corpus Christi, TX
Seth Michael Robinson Sanford, TX
Minerva Robles
Corpus Christi, TX
Julio Rochez Corpus Christi, TX
Adam Rodriguez Corpus Christi, TX
Andru Rodriguez Corpus Christi, TX
Beth Rodriguez
Corpus Christi, TX
Daniel Rodriguez
Corpus Christi, TX
David Rodriguez
Corpus Christi, TX
Gilbert Rodriguez
Corpus Christi, TX
Isaac Rodriguez Corpus Christi, TX
Joe Rodriguez
Corpus Christi, TX
Johnny Rodriguez
Corpus Christi, TX
Kelvin Rodriguez Gonzalez Corpus Christi, TX
Javier Rojas
Corpus Christi, TX
Ricardo Roldan
Corpus Christi, TX
Kate Rollefson
Edgecliff Village, TX
Daniel Rosales
Corpus Christi, TX
Mark Rosales Corpus Christi, TX
Alberto Rubio Corpus Christi, TX
Julio Rubio
Corpus Christi, TX
Carl Rushing Conroe, TX
Jessica Russell
Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Sabala
Corpus Christi, TX
Ruben Saenz
McAllen, TX
Edgar Salas
Corpus Christi, TX
Ismael Salas
Corpus Christi, TX
Apolinar Salazar
Corpus Christi, TX
Andres Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
Christian Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
Gabriel Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
Guadalupe Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
John Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Sanchez
Corpus Christi, TX
Lyandra Sanchez El Paso, TX
Narciso Sandoval
Corpus Christi, TX
Rob Schaefer Westlake, TX
Eduardo Schilling
Corpus Christi, TX
David Schmidt
Corpus Christi, TX
Lauren Schmidt
Corpus Christi, TX
Richard Schmidt
Corpus Christi, TX
Ashleigh Scott
Haltom City, TX
Jacob Sembroski
Corpus Christi, TX
Johnathan Shelton
Corpus Christi, TX
Jennifer Shipp Midland, TX
Richard Sifuentes
Corpus Christi, TX
Ray Silva-Reyes Farmers Branch, TX
Tirso Sison
Corpus Christi, TX
Camryn Smiley
Fort Worth, TX
Brandon Smith Carrollton, TX
Jacob Smith
Corpus Christi, TX
Fernando Soares Junior The Woodlands, TX
Cenaida Soliz
Corpus Christi, TX
Monica Soto
Corpus Christi, TX
Rafael Soto
Corpus Christi, TX
Broderick Spencer
Corpus Christi, TX
Christopher Sperry
Corpus Christi, TX
Adam Stark Mansfield, TX
Christopher Stephens Corpus Christi, TX
Dave Stephens Beaumont, TX
Nathan Stevenson Mansfield, TX
Flossie Stiles Irving, TX
Brittany Stimson Corpus Christi, TX
Sahebus Sultan Hudson Oaks, TX
Farhat Suvhanov West Lake Hills, TX
Jerry Szofer Brookshire, TX
Rachel Tackett Austin, TX
Noah Tagle Corpus Christi, TX
Raul Tamayo Corpus Christi, TX
Crystal Tannous Corpus Christi, TX
Frank Tapia Euless, TX
Jennifer Tatrow Coupland, TX
Justin Thomas Corpus Christi, TX
Huy Ton Sugar Land, TX
Alejandro Torres Sugar Land, TX
Enrique Torres Corpus Christi, TX
Eric Torres
Corpus Christi, TX
Humberto Torres
Corpus Christi, TX
Jacob Torres
Corpus Christi, TX
Jacob Tovar
Corpus Christi, TX
Sarah Traore Leander, TX
Brianna Trejo Corpus Christi, TX
Christopher Trevino
Corpus Christi, TX
Samantha Trevino
Corpus Christi, TX
Sergio Trevino Round Rock, TX
Darryl Tucker Dallas, TX
Samantha Twing San Antonio, TX
Jessica Uribe Corpus Christi, TX
Christopher Valdez Corpus Christi, TX
Eric Valdez Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Valdez Corpus Christi, TX
David Van Riper Deer Park, TX
Eric Vargas
Corpus Christi, TX
Joshua Vasquez
Corpus Christi, TX
Katie Vasquez
Wichita Falls, TX
Michael Vasquez
Corpus Christi, TX
Sergio Vasquez
Corpus Christi, TX
Alexander Vela
Corpus Christi, TX
Paul Vela Corpus Christi, TX
James Velasco
Cypress, TX
Jacob Velez
Corpus Christi, TX
Nathan Velez
Corpus Christi, TX
Michael Villagomez
Corpus Christi, TX
Julian Villalobos
Corpus Christi, TX
Hector Villarreal
Corpus Christi, TX
Leland Villarreal
Corpus Christi, TX
Nickolas Villarreal
Corpus Christi, TX
D'Angelo Wade
Corpus Christi, TX
Tim Walker Georgetown, TX
Brandon Walshak
Corpus Christi, TX
Derek Warren Horseshoe Bay, TX
James Washington
Corpus Christi, TX
Colin Wheeler
Austin, TX
Hayden Wiiki
Corpus Christi, TX
Steve Willett
Wichita Falls, TX
Lance Willingham
Mont Belvieu, TX
Alec Wirtjes
Brookshire, TX
Carrie Wisdom Universal City, TX
Trevor Wise Kemp, TX
Greg Wukasch
San Antonio, TX
Rene Yanez
Corpus Christi, TX
Brenda Ybarra
Corpus Christi, TX
Negin Zamani
Corpus Christi, TX
Javier Zamora
Corpus Christi, TX
Juan Zamora
Corpus Christi, TX
Alan Zanelli Hockley, TX
Renee Zapata
Corpus Christi, TX
Daniel Zuniga
Corpus Christi, TX
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