Assoc. At Large Director: Crystelle Markley, Superior Energy Systems, 512-944-4177
Assoc. At Large Alternate: Jimmie Grant, Martin Gas Sales, 713-851-6155
Nominating Chair: John Walter, Schneider Distributing, 800-901-9109
NPGA Director: Mark Garrison, Allstar Fuel, 806-296-6353
New Updates: TPGA Board & Committee Meetings, May 20-21, 2025
I want to thank everyone for your support during our March board meeting in San Antonio. It was gratifying to see so many members actively participating.
Mark your calendar! I would like to invite you to attend the upcoming meetings on May 20-21, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake in Austin, TX.
We will be working on several very important items: critical bills in the Texas Legislative session, scholarship and electing a new supplier board. It's also a great opportunity to meet our newest TPGA staff member.
Everyone’s participation in these important events is needed.
Thank you and see you in Austin!
Schedule
Sincerely,
Larry Baty TPGA President
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
• 9:00am - 10:00am – Scholarship Board Meeting
• 10:00am - 12:00pm – Legislative Affairs | T & S Committee Meeting
• 12:00pm - 1:00pm – Networking Lunch
• 1:30pm - 2:30pm – Finance Committee
• 2:30pm - 3:30pm – Executive Committee
• 3:30pm - 4:30pm – Supplier Elections
• 5:00pm - Happy Hour
• 6:30pm - Dinner at Scholz's Beer Garden (oldest beer garden in the U.S.)
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
• 9:00am - 11:00am Board Meeting
• 11:30am-2:00pm ProCOT Board Working Lunch
Agenda: Financials, Legislative Affairs/Technical & Standards Update, RRC Update, Executive Director’s Report, Scholarship Update, Old and New Business
Host Hotel
Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake 20 North IH-35 Austin, TX 78701
Hotel walking distance to Rainey Street Entertainment District.
Attendance
• The TPGA Board & Committee Meetings are OPEN & EXCLUSIVE TO ALL TPGA MEMBERS.
• A RSVP IS REQUIRED so we can accommodate adequate seating and space.
• RSVP at www.txpropane.com
Questions?
Please email: info@txpropane.com or call 800-325-7427.
Thank you to our sponsors!
• Day 1 Coffee Break - McDowell Engineering
• Day 2 Coffee Break - Targa Resources
• Lunch Sponsor 1 - 4J Energy
• Lunch Sponsor 2 - Enterprise Products
• Dinner Sponsor 1 - Greens Blue Flame Gas Co. Inc.
• Dinner Sponsor 2 - CUI dba LE Klein
Your Guide to 2025
Get ready for the 2025 Crossroads Propane Expo + Conference hosted by the Texas Propane Gas Association at Moody Gardens in Galveston! This must-attend event brings the entire Texas propane industry together under one roof. Gain valuable insights at regulatory training sessions, as well as access to technical & technology workshops.
This premier event offers a one-stop shop for industry professionals. Explore the latest products and services at the Expo hall. Spark connections with fellow leaders and propane pros. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed, network and propel your business forward. Register today for the 2025 Crossroads Propane Expo + Conference!
Regulatory, Technical & Technology Training
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Day 1: Regulatory, Compliance, & Safety Training
Sharpen your compliance know-how! Join TPGA for the half day Regulatory Compliance & Safety Training at the 2025 Crossroads Propane Expo + Conference in Galveston, TX. Kick off with lunch, then dive into fast-paced segments led by state and federal regulators.
This training is ideal for branch and operations managers, compliance staff, and anyone handling regulatory matters. It is a Railroad Commission approved continuing education program, offered as a complete class and not in individual sessions.
Friday, August 8, 2025
Day 2: Technical (Room I) and Technology Training (Room II) Workshops
Room I – Technical Sessions Schedule
8 – 9 a.m.
9 – 10 a.m.
10 – 10:45 a.m.
10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Mastering Cathodic Protection
Bobtail & Dispenser Pump Testing & Maintenance
Meter Troubleshooting
Bobtail & Transport Safety Features
11:45 – 12:15 p.m. Enhancing Propane Safety with Mobile Technology: Streamlining Compliance and Reducing Risks
Room II – Technology Sessions Schedule
8 – 8:45 a.m. SaaS: The Future of Propane BackOffice and Delivery Software
8:45 – 9:30 a.m. Connect the Dots with Tank Monitoring & Route Management
9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Propane VR Training Demo & How to Use
10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Embracing AI in the Propane Industry
11:15 – 12:15 p.m. Propane Autogas Grants & Qualifying Platforms
Pre-registration is required to ensure you have a seat. Seating is available on a firstcome, first-registered basis.
Galveston Galveston
FUN FOR ALL AGES
Located on Galveston’s Pelican Island, Seawolf Park has one of the island's most popular fishing piers, playground, WWII submarine, destroyer escort, and concrete ship.
Harbor Tours
Tickets for you and guest for historic harbor tour and dolphin watch.
Pleasure Pier
Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Beat the Texas heat with water slides, lazy rivers, and splash zones for all ages.
Perched over the Gulf of Mexico, the Pleasure Pier delivers excitement for all ages with thrilling roller coasters, familyfriendly rides, midway games, and classic carnival treats. Enjoy sweeping ocean views, lively entertainment, and unforgettable seaside fun!
Visit Texas Seaport Museum, home of the 1877 tall ship ELISSA. Explore the decks of this floating National Historic Landmark which has also been designated one of America’s Treasures by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Experience Texas and American West history through collections at The Bryan Museum.
The Grand 1894 Opera House presents a yearround performing arts , music, dance, comedy & more.
Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig Museum allows you to step aboard a retired jack-up rig and experience three floors of exhibits and interactive displays illustrating the history of offshore oil and gas from seismic technology to exploration and production.
Rosenberg Library Museum, the oldest library in Texas, exhibits fine art and artifact collections of the history of Galveston & the Republic of Texas .
Restored to its turnof-the-century splendor, the 28,000square-foot, fourstory historic Moody Mansion offers tours to the public.
PERC Releases Commercial Safety
Fact Sheets for Key Market Sectors
To support safe propane use across a variety of commercial applications, late last year, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has released a new series of double-sided safety fact sheets tailored to specific industries and users. These downloadable tools are designed to help propane marketers educate their commercial customers on best practices and safety protocols unique to their operations. The new safety fact sheets cover the fol-
lowing sectors:
Asphalt Applications – Guidance on safe propane handling and usage for road crews and asphalt work zones.
Commercial Small Cylinders Safety Guide – Focuses on safe storage, transport, and use of small propane cylinders for restaurants, hospitality, and portable equipment.
Construction Site Safety – Highlights propane safety for heaters, generators, and other temporary construction uses.
Propane Safety for Commercial Businesses – A general safety guide for propane-powered appliances and systems in commercial buildings.
Propane Safety for Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) – Offers forklift operators and managers key reminders about safe fueling, inspection, and daily operation.
TPGA Delegation Returning to Capitol Hill & You're Invited to Join Us
The Texas Propane Gas Association is heading to Washington, D.C. for Propane Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, June 10, 2025—our big day on the Hill to meet with Congress. Part of a three-day NPGA event (June 8–10) includes the NPGA board meeting, policy briefings, and faceto-face visits with lawmakers, all capped off with a Congressional Reception.
• 7:45 AM – 9:15 AM Propane Days Welcome Breakfast
• 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM NPGA Legislative Briefing
• 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Congressional Meetings
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Congressional Reception
Registration. Register today at www.npga. org to get the best rate! The early bird registration fee of $129 is available until May 16; the fee increases to $179 on May 17.
Hotel reservations: Book your accommodations at the Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel, the headquarters hotel for Propane Days, located at 525 New Jersey Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. Contact Hilton reservations directly at 1-800-445-8667 and request the NPGA group rate of $359 single/double occupancy, plus tax. The room block will be available until Thursday, May 15 or until the block is sold out.
Questions? Contact Executive Assistant Nancy Padilla at npadilla@npga.org.
and builders, as well as numerous other program.
In order to get funding for these critical programs, PERC relies on data from Texas propane marketers through an annual gallon survey. ProCOT saw a decline reporting last year and we also saw a decline in funding.
Every report counts! Report today so Texas can get their dollars. The survey window for PERC’s 2024 retail propane sales report closes in less than a month on May 15
Don’t throw away money meant for Texas.
Login and report now at https:// propane.com/providers/annual-retail-salesreport/
We’re pleased to welcome Christie Shook to the Texas Propane Gas Association team! Christie officially cam on board April 7, 2025, and brings with her more than 27 years of invaluable experience in the events and hospitality industry. Since 1998, she has served in leadership roles as both an assistant general manager and general manager within the hotel and hospitality sector, where she honed her skills in event planning, operations, and customer service. Christie will be your primary point of contact for all things related to TPGA meetings, including the upcoming Crossroads Expo & Conference (registration opens in just a few weeks!), membership services, and the Propane Service Corporation (PSC). Whether you need assistance with meetings or the convention, have questions about membership, or have items to order through PSC, Christie is here to help. On a personal note, Christie’s family life keeps her just as busy and fulfilled. Her husband owns an AC and appliance repair business, and she’s a proud grandmother of four. Originally from Florence, TX, she loves the Aggies and is a die-hard KC Chiefs fan.
Please join us in welcoming Christie to the team! You can reach her at (800)325-7427 ext 6, cshook@txpropane.com.
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Congratulations to TPGA member, Barrett Conway for winning Young Professional of the Year from the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA). With more than ten years of in-depth experience in the professional financial advisory space, Barrett Conway (based in Houston) is the Managing Director and Principal at Cetane Associates where he has led the execution of over 85 successful M&A deals. Barrett is a regular speaker and moderator on expert, educational panels specific to business valuation and M&A topics at industry conferences and webinars. As a member of the NPGA, Barrett sits on the Audit Committee and was named to the propane industry’s inaugural class of 30 Under 30 in 2020. Barrett earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance from Texas A&M University.
Outside of work, Barrett enjoys an active lifestyle, indulging in hobbies such as running, golfing, fishing, and skiing. Alongside his wife Amy, he is actively involved in supporting charitable organizations including Safe House Project and others in the greater Houston area, reflecting his passion for giving back to the community.
After six years as the Southern U.S. representative for TPGA member Otodata, David Dodd has retired. As the first U.S. employee of the Canadianbased international firm, David played a vital role in its growth across North America.He leaves behind a legacy of leadership, dedication, and a deep passion for the propane industry — one he says he'll always miss and be grateful to have served. Congratulations, David, and best wishes in retirement!
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