Texas Transportation Code - TRANSP § 451.138. Public Involvement Policy

(1) ensure that the public has an opportunity to comment on board matters before a vote on the matters;

(2) ensure that any consent agenda or expedition of consideration of board matters at board meetings is used only for routine, noncontroversial matters;

(3) establish a time frame and mechanism for the board to obtain public input throughout the year;  and

(4) plan for dissemination of information on how the public can be involved in board matters.