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TACA Press Coverage
(As of 11.13.25)
November
Experts speak on the impact of proposed concrete batch plant in Lacy Lakeview ahead of public hearing - video
By Bella Popadiuk, KXXV | November 13, 2025
Experts speak on the impact of proposed concrete batch plant in Lacy Lakeview ahead of public hearing.
Experts speak on the impact of proposed concrete batch plant in Lacy Lakeview ahead of public hearing
By Bella Popadiuk, KXXV | November 13, 2025
A proposed concrete batch plant on South Lacy Drive is advancing through the regulatory process, with a public hearing scheduled for December with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
TACA seminar addresses environment, sustainability and safety goals
By Kevin Yanik, Pit & Quarry | November 7, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) hosted its annual Environmental, Sustainability & Safety Seminar, drawing more than 100 industry leaders to San Antonio for a two-day event exploring innovation, stewardship and best practices across Texas’ building materials sector.
September
Aggregate association appoints new president
By Staff, The Highlander | September 28, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) has appointed Andrew S. Pinkerton as its new president and chief executive officer (CEO).
Pinkerton announced as new CEO and president of TACA
By Adam Daunt, Aggregates Business | September 11, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) has confirmed Andrew S. Pinkerton will become its new president and chief executive officer.
By Staff, Pit & Quarry | September 9, 2025
Big Town Concrete CEO Rich Szecsy, whose company is based in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth market, took over as chair of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) midway through this year. More recently, Szecsy sat down with P&Q to discuss what’s transpiring in the Lone Star State. The conversation touched on Texas’ tremendous growth and what’s likely ahead in the years to come. Szecsy also offered reflections on safety, the environment and the workforce – and how the construction materials industry can keep up with unprecedented demand across these key areas.
By Sean Hemmersmeier, Austin Business Journal | September 4, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association champions the industry surrounding concrete, cement and other construction materials. At the end of this report, check out the ABJ's most recent list of commercial construction companies in the Austin metro.
By Kevin Yanik, Pit & Quarry | September 2, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) appointed Andrew Pinkerton as its new president and CEO. Pinkerton has more than 22 years of experience in the construction materials industry. He most recently served as executive director of the Cement Council of Texas, which represents the state’s cement manufacturers and shippers.
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) has appointed Andrew S. Pinkerton as its new President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Pinkerton brings more than 22 years of experience in the construction materials industry – most recently as Executive Director of the Cement Council of Texas, which represents the state’s cement manufacturers and shippers.
By Staff, Rock Products | September 2, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) has appointed Andrew S. Pinkerton as its new president and chief executive officer (CEO). Pinkerton brings more than 22 years of experience in the construction materials industry – most recently as executive director of the Cement Council of Texas, which represents the state’s cement manufacturers and shippers.
August
Fort Bend County residents, elected officials push back against proposed concrete plants
By Natalie Weber, Houston Public Media | August 25, 2025
Michael Sullivan has lived in his Missouri City home for about three years. He moved there for the small, tight-knit community. But now a business wants to build a small concrete batch plant on the property behind his backyard. Sullivan said he is concerned about how the noise and dust could impact not only his home but also nearby community centers.
Episode 47: Texas at full throttle with TACA's Rich Szecsy
By Kevin Yanik, Pit & Quarry | August 12, 2025
In this episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski team up for a deep dive into the nation’s No. 1 aggregate–producing state: Texas. This week’s guest, Rich Szecsy, CEO of Big Town Concrete and chair of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association, offers an inside look at the unprecedented growth fueling demand for construction materials across the Lone Star State.
Capitol Aggregates showcases industry to Texas educators
By Kevin Yanik, Pit & Quarry | August 8, 2025
Capitol Aggregates hosted 15 Texas educators at its Solms Quarry in New Braunfels, Texas, for a hands‑on experience into the science and real‑world applications of mining and aggregates. The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) produced the event in partnership with the Texas Mining & Reclamation Association (TMRA) as part of the 2025 Summer Teacher Workshop series. The event included 2024 Texas Teacher of the Year Taniece Smith.
June
Georgetown neighborhood sues nearby limestone quarries for 'dust and noise'
By Lauren Rangel, Fox 7 Austin | June 25, 2025
A Georgetown neighborhood is taking a limestone quarry to court. It comes after years of what they call negligence, nuisance, and property damage.
Federal Policy, Consumer Sentiment and the Jobs Act Will Continue to Shape the Construction Materials Industry, Experts Say at TACA’s Annual Meeting
By Staff, The Gilmer Mirror | June 18, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) hosted more than 620 attendees at its 71st Annual Meeting, held June 11 – 13 at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. The theme this year was “Building a Lasting Legacy in Texas,” which celebrated the enduring contributions of the construction materials industry to the state’s growth and prosperity
May
TACA Applauds Texas Legislature Celebrating Karla Garza’s Achievements in the Concrete Industry
By Staff, The Gilmer Mirror | May 7, 2025
The 89th Texas House Legislature has honored Karla Garza of VMK Concrete with a House Resolution for “distinguishing herself through her professional achievements.” Garza is co-owner of leading ready-mix concrete supplier VMK Concrete, which has grown to encompass five separate business enterprises and more than 100 employees to become one of the largest concrete producers in South Texas.
TACA Applauds Texas Legislature Celebrating Karla Garza’s Achievements in the Concrete
By Staff, Ground News | May 7, 2025
The 89th Texas House Legislature has honored Karla Garza of VMK Concrete with a House Resolution for “distinguishing herself through her professional achievements.” Garza is co-owner of leading ready-mix concrete supplier VMK Concrete, which has grown to encompass five separate business enterprises and more than 100 employees to become one of the largest concrete producers in South Texas.
TACA Applauds Texas Legislature Celebrating Karla Garza’s Achievements in the Concrete Industry
By Staff, The Gilmer Mirror | May 7, 2025
The 89th Texas House Legislature has honored Karla Garza of VMK Concrete with a House Resolution for “distinguishing herself through her professional achievements.” Garza is co-owner of leading ready-mix concrete supplier VMK Concrete, which has grown to encompass five separate business enterprises and more than 100 employees to become one of the largest concrete producers in South Texas.
TACA Applauds Texas Legislature Celebrating Karla Garza’s Achievements in the Concrete Industry
By Staff, Construction News | May 1, 2025
The 89th Texas House Legislature has honored Karla Garza of VMK Concrete with a House Resolution for “distinguishing herself through her professional achievements.” Garza is co-owner of leading ready-mix concrete supplier VMK Concrete, which has grown to encompass five separate business enterprises and more than 100 employees to become one of the largest concrete producers in South Texas.
March
Concrete Industry Management students attend signature annual trade show in Las Vegas
By Lane G Fortenberry, Texas State University Newsroom | March 20, 2025
In late January, a group of 16 students enrolled in the CIM program at TXST attended the annual World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas for a week full of educational sessions and networking.
February
TACA Holds Capitol Day to Educate Texas Legislators
By Staff, Rock Products Magazine | February 24, 2025
TACA Holds Capitol Day to Help Educate Texas Legislators on Issues Vital to Aggregates Industry, As Texas Grows at an Unprecedented Pace
By Staff, The Gilmer Mirror | February 21, 2025
On Feb. 19, nearly 100 members of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) visited with Texas legislators to discuss issues important to the aggregate, concrete and cement industries. Texas House Rep. Pat Curry (House District 56) kicked off TACA’s Capitol Day with remarks that set the tone for a day of legislative visits to the Capitol.
TACA delivers industry messaging during Capitol Day
By Kevin Yanik, Pit & Quarry | February 20, 2025
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) hosted its Capitol Day on Thursday, as nearly 100 members visited with state legislators to discuss issues pertinent to the aggregate, cement and ready-mixed concrete industries.
TACA Holds Capitol Day to Help Educate Texas Legislators on Issues Vital to Aggregates Industry, As Texas Grows at an Unprecedented Pace
By Staff, Ground News | February 20, 2025
TACA members Matt Arnold, Juan Castillo and Rich Szecsy met with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (second from left) during the association’s Capitol Day on Feb. 19. AUSTIN, Texas [February 20, 2025] – On Feb. 19, nearly 100 members of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) visited with Texas legislators to discuss issues important to the aggregate, concrete and cement industries.
Two House Bills address concerns about rock quarries from Williamson County residents
By Lauren Rangel, Fox 7 | February 8, 2025
As lawmakers gather at the state capitol for the legislative session, so do Central Texas farmers living next to quarries like Mark Friesenhan.
January
Tarrant soot levels exceed new federal limits. Here’s how that affects residents, industry
By Nicole Lopez, Fort Worth Report | January 25, 2025
Tarrant is one of four Texas counties that could see stricter enforcement of air quality laws and more regulation of pollution sources under Environmental Protection Agency regulations announced last year.
NMA Challenges MSHA’s Silica Rule
By Staff, Engineering and Mining Journal | January 23, 2025
The U.S. National Mining Association (NMA) said it has partnered with five allied trade associations in filing an opening brief challenging the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s (MSHA) final silica rule in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. The litigation partners include: the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association; Texas Aggregates and Concrete Association; American Exploration & Mining Association; Portland Cement Association; and American Iron and Steel Institute.
Speaker Burrows Taps Moderation, Experience In Senior Staff
By Sam Stockbridge, Reform Austin | January 16, 2025
Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows on Wednesday picked longtime political moderates for his first batch of senior staff positions in his office as he aims to lead a divided chamber with support from Republicans and Democrats.
Burrows announces senior staff, including former TTU Chancellor Robert Duncan
By Staff, Fox34 | January 15, 2025
Lubbock Rep. Dustin Burrows, newly elected Speaker of the Texas House, announced the first members of his senior staff on Wednesday, including a former TTU Chancellor as his Chief of Staff. These six names are joining his senior staff effective immediately:
Lawmakers Move to Protect Neighborhoods from Encroaching Concrete Plants
By April Towery, Candy’s Dirt | January 15, 2025
Concern about concrete batch plants near residential neighborhoods isn’t just a Dallas thing. It’s also rampant in Tarrant and Grayson counties, and North Texas lawmakers are taking those concerns to the state Capitol this week as the 89th Texas legislative session kicks off in Austin.
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