Brazos County commissioners approved an agreement with the Texas A&M Psychology Clinic on May 19 to provide clinical psychology services for the county’s RESTART Court through the end of 2026.

In a nutshell: During discussion of the item, commissioners asked about language in the agreement allowing equipment purchased through the grant-funded program to remain with Texas A&M University after the contract period ends.

The agreement is tied to a one-year grant intended to help establish the program, and any purchased equipment would continue being used for future operations.

The discussion: Commissioners discussed how veterans fit into the RESTART Court system and whether Brazos County should revisit the possibility of creating a dedicated veterans treatment court.

361st District Court Judge David Hilburn said the current RESTART Court does not exclude veterans and noted officials previously explored a veterans court model but found too few qualifying participants at the time to support a standalone program. However, under its current status, two veterans are being considered for the specialty court.

The city of College Station has changed recycling days for some residents, according to a city blog post.

The gist: Between 5,000 and 6,000 homes will be impacted because of efficiency and more balanced collection routes.

Caroline Ask, the solid waste division manager for the city, said the need for efficiency improvements is due to a growing population and infrastructure.

What to expect: Residents who have their recycle bins collected on Thursday will now be moved to Friday and vice versa.

The city said residents affected will receive a written notice in the mail in advance of the changes, along with checking the CS Curbside app if residents choose to be enrolled.

Going forward: All of the residents affected will see the updated routes start May 21-22.

This Memorial Day weekend, several city and government offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. Emergency services will remain fully operational. County offices will be closed.

The Museum of the American G.I. in College Station will hold a Memorial Day service with a 21-gun salute at 3 p.m.

Bryan closures: According to the city, these are some of the facilities that will be closed May 25: 

• Public libraries

• Bryan Animal Center

• Bryan Municipal Court

• Bryan Texas Utilities 

• Coulter Airfield

Several city facilities will still be open on Memorial Day, including Lake Bryan, several aquatic centers and animal control.

College Station closures: Most government facilities and offices will be closed for the day.

• Larry J. Ringer Library

• Southwood and Meyor Senior community centers

• Lincoln Rec and Gary Halter Nature Center

Texas A&M University's campus will also be closed.

The Cindy Hallaran Pool and Adamson Lagoon will be open, beginning at noon.

Before you go: If residents need to make payments on certain utilities, there are options available.

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