The Texas Tribune is pleased to present a series of events focusing on the issues at play in the run-up to the 85th Legislature — and what they mean for one of the state’s largest and fastest-growing cities and its surrounding communities.

This is a simple story of a Texas state agency not acting for the benefit of Texas residents in carrying out a basic, everyday governmental function.  I found a confusing flaw in the highway signage at the intersection of two toll roads.  In an effort to be a good citizen, I tried to get this corrected.  I ran into roadblocks every step of the way, and there is still no satisfactory resolution.