Abbott Appoints Batson to Gulf Coast Authority

Gov. Greg Abbott recently appointed Amber Batson to the Gulf Coast Authority for a term set to expire on August 31, 2023. The Gulf Coast Authority has the authority to provide water systems, and control water pollution and waste disposal within the district. In addition, the organization conducts studies and research on the control of water pollution and waste disposal within the district.

Batson is a project manager and associate vice president of Carollo Engineers. She is a corporate member of Texas Water Conservation Association, American Public Works Association and the Water Environment Federation. Additionally, she is a licensed professional engineer by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors as well as the Florida Board of Professional Engineers.