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Vessel Turn-In Program Wraps Up in Port Isabel and South Padre Island

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced the results of the Port Isabel and South Padre Island (SPI) Vessel Turn-In Program (VTIP) that took place on January 18-20, 2024. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Announces Funding for the Boggy Cut Gulf Intracoastal Waterway Stabilization Project

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced the approval of Coastal Erosion Planning & Response Act (CEPRA) funding for the Boggy Cut Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (GIWW) Stabilization project. The Texas Department of Transportation and Port of Bay City Authority played pivotal roles in securing this funding."Preserving our state’s vibrant coastline for the enjoyment of beachgoers and the safety of our unique wildlife is a significant responsibility the General Land Office prioritizes,” said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More


SAVE THE DATE: 2024 Texas Coastal Roundup

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and the Texas General Land Office (GLO) invited families and the public to participate in the 2024 Texas Coastal Roundup. This free education and outreach event will provide Texans with an opportunity to learn more about how the GLO works with coastal organizations to safeguard and conserve the Texas coast. The Texas Coastal Roundup will take place at the Great Lawn at Waters Edge Park in Corpus Christi on June 1, 2024 from 10am to 4 pm. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Announces 28th Annual Treasures of the Texas Coast Children’s Art Contest

Today, Commissioner Dawn Buckingham M.D. announced that the GLO is currently accepting admissions for the 28th Annual Treasures of the Texas Coast Children’s Art Contest. This contest is facilitated through the Texas General Land Office’s (GLO) Adopt-A-Beach Program.The contest encourages all public, private, and homeschooled Texas students in kindergarten through sixth grade to send in their masterpieces. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Volunteers to Sign Up for the 2024 Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanups at South Padre Island and the Coastal Bend

Today, Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced registration is open for volunteers to sign up to participate in the Texas General Land Office's Adopt-A-Beach (AAB) program 2024 Winter Beach Cleanups at South Padre Island on Friday, February 2nd and the Coastal Bend on Saturday, February 3rd. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Brazoria County Residents to Participate in Vessel Turn-In Program

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. encourages Brazoria County residents to participate in the Brazoria County Vessel Turn-In Program that is occurring February 5-8, 2024 from 8 am to 5 pm. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Announces Derelict Vessel Turn-In: Port Isabel and South Padre Island

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced that the Texas General Land Office (GLO) is partnering with the City of Port Isabel, City of South Padre Island (SPI), Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), and the Port Isabel Navigation District to provide Port Isabel and SPI residents with a free event to dispose of inoperable vessels. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Announces Funding for Bolivar Peninsula Beach and Dune Restoration Project

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced the approval of Coastal Erosion Planning & Response Act (CEPRA) funding for the Bolivar Peninsula Beach and Dune Restoration project. Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Announces Derelict Vessel Turn-In: Galveston County

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced that the Texas General Land Office (GLO) is partnering with Galveston County and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to provide the residents of Galveston County with a Vessel Turn-In Program (VTIP), a free opportunity to relinquish unwanted boats and vessels.Galveston County Vessel Turn-In ProgramTo relinquish unwanted boats, participants must receive pre-approval for their vessel and meet the following eligibility requirements:Vessels must be less than 26 feet in lengthNo trailers acceptedBoats must be cleared of trash a Read More


Commissioner Buckingham Announces Results of 2023 Adopt-A-Beach Coastwide Fall Cleanup

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced that over 6,500 volunteers participated in the 2023 Adopt-A-Beach Coastwide Fall Cleanup this past Saturday. Read More