TFTexans for Responsible Aggregate Mining
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About Texans for Responsible Aggregate Mining
Across Texas, 26 volunteer, citizen-driven organizations from more than 46 counties are working through Texans for Responsible Aggregate Mining to advocate for better practices in aggregate mining, concrete, asphalt, and cement operations. TRAM gives communities practical resources, policy recommendations, webinars, and support for working with industry on issues such as air quality, water, planning, traffic safety, and oversight. Your donation helps grassroots groups speak with a stronger, more unified voice.
TRAM brings together 26 grassroots organizations representing more than 46 Texas counties and 40% of the state’s population. Its work is focused specifically on aggregate mining, concrete, asphalt, and cement operations, with resources that help communities understand these industries and participate in conversations about local solutions.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Industry best-practice advocacy
Advocates for best management practices for aggregate mining, concrete, asphalt, and cement operations.
Community and industry collaboration
Provides a unified voice for grassroots groups and organizations and helps communities and industry achieve equitable solutions for all stakeholders.
Community education and resources
Publishes resources on aggregate production operations, air quality, crystalline silica, water impacts, permitting processes, and local planning tools.
Best Practices Webinar Series
Showcases tools and best practices for communities and highlights examples within the aggregates and concrete industry.
Citizen Advisory Council support
Shares information and best practices for forming and sustaining Citizen Advisory Councils in areas experiencing growth in aggregate production operations.
Legislative and regulatory advocacy
Offers policy solutions and advocates for changes addressing air quality, water use, planning, oversight, traffic safety, nuisance issues, and economic impacts.
About this work
Mission
TRAM’s mission is to advocate for the implementation of best management practices for aggregate mining, concrete, asphalt, and cement industries.
Who they serve
Grassroots groups, volunteer citizen organizations, communities across Texas, and stakeholders affected by or involved in aggregate mining, concrete, asphalt, and cement operations.
Their impact
- TRAM is composed of 26 member organizations from more than 46 counties representing 40% of Texas’s population.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Texans for Responsible Aggregate Mining’s services.
Communities interested in establishing a Citizen Advisory Council or learning more about TRAM’s work can contact TRAM at info@tramtexas.org.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
“I am proud of our city for taking this step,” said Garden Ridge Councilmember Lisa Swint.
“We have participated in the Kerr County APO Advisory Council and have found it to be highly productive,” said TRAM Secretary Cliff Kaplan.
In the news
Recent independent coverage of this organization.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Texans for Responsible Aggregate Mining has shared.
Volunteer opportunities
- Join or participate in TRAM’s volunteer, citizen-driven member organizations.
- Get involved in shaping a local Citizen Advisory Council in an area experiencing aggregate production growth.
- Participate in public testimony, written comments, and community advocacy related to aggregate production policy.
Recognition & press
Press & mentions
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How does TRAM help communities address aggregate production operations?
TRAM offers educational resources, policy recommendations, and webinars. It also supports collaborative tools such as Citizen Advisory Councils, which help communities and industry work toward equitable solutions.
What topics does TRAM address?
TRAM addresses air quality, water use and availability, surface and groundwater contamination, planning and oversight, truck traffic and driver safety, nuisance issues, and economic impacts.
How can a community learn about forming a Citizen Advisory Council?
TRAM shares information through its Best Practices Webinar Series. Interested parties can also contact the organization at info@tramtexas.org.
What types of operations are included in TRAM’s work?
TRAM’s mission covers aggregate mining, concrete, asphalt, and cement industries, including quarries, sand and gravel mines, rock crushers, and concrete batch plants.
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