Proporcionar
SOLUCIONES REGIONALES
para el este de Texas

OUR SERVICES

Proporcionar
SOLUCIONES REGIONALES
para el este de Texas

OUR SERVICES

HOLA SOMOS LOS
CONSEJO DE GOBIERNOS DEL ESTE DE TEXAS

We are a voluntary association of counties, cities, school districts and special districts within the fourteen-county East Texas region. 

We assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit and coordinating for sound regional development.


We serve as the bridge between federal, state, and local governments, helping cities and counties solve challenges and impact the future regionally. Established in 1970, ETCOG, either directly or through its contractors, provides programs and services for East Texas seniors, employers, and job seekers. ETCOG and its contractors also build the 9-1-1 emergency call delivery system, provide peace officer training and homeland security planning services, and deliver rural transportation services, business finance programs, and environmental grant funding for the region. 


We serve Anderson, Camp, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rains, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood counties. 




AL SERVICIO DE LOS GOBIERNOS LOCALES DEL ESTE DE TEXAS,
MAYORES, EMPLEADORES Y BUSCADORES DE EMPLEO

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NEWS, EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 de julio de 2026
ETCOG/ETEDD and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant writing workshop in Tyler, TX, August 27-28, 2026. This training is for grant seekers from all disciplines. Attend this class to learn how to write winning government grant proposals and find the available grant funding. Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county, state agencies, K-12, colleges & universities and nonprofits are encouraged to attend. Registration is $525 and includes everything you need: Grant Writing USA Workbook Two days of expert instruction Lifetime access to Grant Writing USA Alumni Resource Center Grant Writing USA is offering ETCOG members a $50 discount. Please use the discount code "less50" at the time of registration. When: August 27 - 28 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Where: 1421 S Beckham Ave, Tyler, TX 75701 For event details visit: https://grantstraining.com/ty0826
16 de julio de 2026
Registration is now open for the Texas Illegal Dumping Resource Center Illegal Dumping Class , co-hosted with the East Texas Council of Governments. This two-day training is designed to support city and county officials, enforcement partners, and others who work to address illegal dumping and related environmental concerns in their communities. About the Class Illegal dumping continues to be a challenge for many communities, impacting public health, safety, property, waterways, and the overall quality of life for residents. This class will provide information and resources to help local partners better understand enforcement tools and response strategies. Topics covered will include: Illegal dumping Outdoor burning Public health nuisances Water pollution Hazardous waste City and county enforcement considerations Other related environmental enforcement issues Event Details Dates: August 17–18 Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Workforce Solutions East Texas Address: 1905 W Loop 281, Suite 40, Longview, TX 75604 Cost: $125 Continuing Education: 12 CEUs included Who Should Attend This class is suitable for professionals involved in environmental enforcement and community response efforts, including: County deputies Constables Fire marshals Code enforcement officers Emergency management coordinators Prosecutors Local officials Others involved in environmental enforcement How to Register Participants can register at https://tidrc.regfox.com/cee-illegal-dumping---longview---aug-18-19 ETCOG is proud to help bring this training opportunity to East Texas and support local partners working to protect public health, safety, and the communities we serve.
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OUR REGION

Councils of Governments (COGs) are voluntary associations of local governments formed under Texas law. The East Texas Council of Governments serves fourteen counties in the East Texas region.

Centrally located within the United States, East Texas is easily accessible by air, rail and road. Our region has top-notch education and workforce training institutes. And you just will not find anywhere else with the combination of rolling hills, piney woods and vast, clear lakes that comprise the largely undeveloped East Texas landscape. 

OPEN MEETINGS


Our meetings are open to the public. Upcoming meetings are posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance.
MEETINGS

ADQUISICIONES


We seek quotes, bids, and proposals on an as needed basis. See what procurement opportunities we have available here.
PROCUREMENTS

OPORTUNIDADES DE TRABAJO


Interested in joining the ETCOG team?
See what job opportunities are currently available.
JOBS


OPEN MEETINGS


Our meetings are open to the public. Upcoming meetings are posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance.

MEETINGS

FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY



ETCOG discloses the financial health of the organization in our Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. We provide this information in order to ensure transparency in all financial matters.



INFORMES


PROCUREMENTS



Buscamos cotizaciones, licitaciones y propuestas según sea necesario. Vea qué oportunidades de adquisiciones tenemos disponibles aquí.



PROCUREMENTS

LO QUE PIENSAN NUESTROS MIEMBROS

JUDGE BILL STOUDT

Gregg County
East Texas Council of Governments represents a collective initiative by member counties to make our Region of the State a better place to live and raise a family.

JUDGE ROBERT JOHNSTON

Anderson County
I am pleased with the accountability, transparency, and efficiency ETCOG delivers for our local elected officials everyday. Frankly, ETCOG's scope and span of programs and services may be one of our region's most unfamiliar assets!

CONSEJERO BOB TARDIFF

City of Lindale
I am very honored to have been elected as Board Chairman for
an organization consisting of so many outstanding community
leaders. I continue to enjoy working with each of them and the ETCOG staff as we collectively
address the many shared concerns of our communities.