Water & utilities in Texas local government
What Texas city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,517 Texas meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Texas with the most water & utilities activity
- Corpus Christi, TX (81)
- Kyle, TX (70)
- Kerrville, TX (60)
- San Marcos, TX (58)
- Brownsville, TX (48)
- Austin, TX (41)
- Weslaco, TX (38)
- Round Rock, TX (37)
- El Paso, TX (36)
- Seguin, TX (35)
- Decatur, TX (34)
- Houston, TX (33)
Latest matching meetings
City Council considers $106 million wastewater plant expansion and $101 million IT contracts
Houston City Council is meeting to vote on several high-value infrastructure and technology contracts. Key items include wastewater treatment expansion at Intercontinental Airport and professional IT consulting services.
League City Council to order General Election for November 3, 2026
The City Council will consider ordering a general election for Mayor and four Council positions. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and updates to mobile food vendor regulations.
Edinburg City Council to discuss public infrastructure and parking meters
The City Council will hold a work session to review presentations and reports on city projects. The session focuses on infrastructure, sewer lines, and downtown parking.
Commission to hear appeal regarding 10-day suspension of construction inspector
The Municipal Civil Service Commission will meet to consider an appeal filed by Jahael B. Angeles Ramirez. The commission may enter a closed session to discuss the personnel matter before taking action.
Council to vote on police budget, zoning changes, and special election ordinance
The Corpus Christi City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a police district budget of $11,189,046, several zoning rezoning ordinances, water and wastewater rate updates, and grant appropriations. It will also hold public hearings on HUD funding and a special election ordinance that could continue…
City Council to consider grant for Lake Striker water improvements
The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss a grant application. The body is considering whether to apply for funding for water infrastructure.
City Council to consider flagpole variance and construction contracts
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to allow a 150-foot flagpole at 20025 Eva Street and will consider awarding construction contracts for roadway improvements and utility projects. A previously scheduled public hearing on a wireless tower at 14765 Liberty Street has been canceled.
Palestine City Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget and tax abatement guidelines
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The regular meeting includes a public hearing and possible action on commercial tax abatement guidelines for reinvestment zones. Council will also consider several infrastructure contracts and board appointments.
City Commission and Public Utility Board to review employee health plan
The City Commission is holding a joint workshop with the McAllen Public Utility Board of Trustees. The body will review recommendations for the City of McAllen Employee Health Plan and discuss items for a subsequent regular meeting.
City Council reviews proposed FY 2026-27 budget
The Garland City Council is holding a special work session to receive an overview of the proposed FY 2026-27 Annual Operating Budget and hear departmental presentations from Garland Power and Light, Water Utilities, Police, Fire, Animal Services, Economic Development, and Parks and Recreation. Council will discuss the…
Council to consider up to $21M water infrastructure grant application
The Donna City Council will discuss several items, including a $500 sponsorship for the Donna North Football Program and a request to use the Donna Recreation Center for the 2026 General Election. The council will consider Resolution 2026-24, which would authorize an application to the Texas Water Development Board…
Taylor City Council to discuss special election for City Charter amendments
The City Council is considering a special election on November 3, 2026, to amend the City Charter. The body will also review police equipment agreements, banking services, and land use requests.
City Council to consider water rate increases and approve various construction contracts
The City Council will discuss updates on health districts, MUD expansion, and utility policies, and will consider second readings for water and wastewater rate increases. The council will also vote on multiple construction contracts and resolutions for road improvements, utility easements, and annexations.
Boerne City Council to consider UDC amendments and Buc-ee's sewer reimbursement
The Boerne City Council will consider amending the Unified Development Code and rescinding a previous reimbursement to Buc-ee's for a sewer main extension. The council will also hear from the Chief Appraiser regarding the Kendall Appraisal District's budget and receive a utility budget update.
Board to authorize $17.9M in construction contracts for drainage and road projects
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board will consider authorizing construction contracts totaling approximately $17.9 million for drainage, wastewater, and road improvements. The agenda also includes approving contract amendments for design services and a professional services agreement for a parking…
Houston City Council to vote on water, sewer, and road projects
The Houston City Council will consider a consent agenda with 31 items, including contracts for water line construction, bridge rehabilitation, and park improvements. The session also includes ordinances for zoning changes and the acquisition of land for drainage projects.
Council to review Jobson Park bids and TWDB grant application
The Town Council will discuss budget items for the FY27 Water and Sewer Fund and Fire Department. The body is deciding on bid submissions for the Jobson Park project and a resolution to apply for a Texas Water Development Board grant.
Mercedes City Commission to consider sewer project contractor and zoning changes
The City Commission will consider awarding a contract for the Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project and approving several interlocal agreements. The body will also review ordinances regarding residential backup power systems and sludge transporter regulations.
Commission to approve $1.018 M lead service line replacement contract
The Ennis City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including a salary increase for the City Manager and authorizations for contracts such as a $173,406 OpenGov software renewal and a $1,018,055 lead service line replacement project. It will also consider a $45,000 budget amendment for downtown events, a…
Council will consider a resolution to seek state water development funding
The River Oaks City Council meeting will discuss several actions, including a resolution requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board. Council members will also consider a grant application for McGee Park improvements and multiple ordinance amendments related to the budget, fire department…
Council to approve interlocal agreement with Collin County for road improvements
The Murphy City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approval of an interlocal agreement with Collin County for future road improvements adjacent to the city. It will also vote on a resolution to reject all bids for the Sidewalk T‑2.1 (FM 544 Pedestrian Bridge) project, reallocate $98,650 of…
City Council will approve a $4.7 million contract for the Vince Bayou Greenway Trail.
The Pasadena City Council will consider several budget and contract items, including the FY 2026‑2027 Crime Control and Prevention District budget. It will vote on multiple change orders and new contracts for public works projects, such as the Vince Bayou Greenway Trail Phase I. Ordinances to adjust traffic speed…
Council to consider 911 communications district and multiple city purchases
The Lindale City Council will discuss and possibly approve the Smith County 911 Communications District. It will also consider purchases for Parrott Park Museum (a zero‑turn mower and a new air‑conditioning unit) and a digester motor mixer for the Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant. Several subdivision plats…
Council to consider FY 2027 property tax rate and major zoning and fee changes
The Horseshoe Bay City Council will discuss a proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2027 and consider several public‑hearing items, including an amendment to water and wastewater impact fees and a zoning change that would reclassify about 5 acres to commercial use. Additional agenda items include contract awards…
San Benito Commission to consider new water conservation plan and zoning updates
The City Commission will discuss a 2024 Water Conservation Plan and updates to parking aisle width requirements. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure payments and a grant for a small business.
City Council to consider police participation in the 287(g) immigration program
The Hemphill City Council will discuss several financial and operational items, including a possible letter of interest and memorandum of agreement for the police department to join the 287(g) program. Council members will also consider authorizing an interlocal agreement with the Texas Department of Public Safety for…
Council to re‑appoint Eddie Edwards to the Canadian River Water Authority board
The Borger City Council will review routine consent agenda items, adopt minutes from the July 7 work session, approve July 2026 expenditures, and consider the FY‑to‑date financial report. A key action is Resolution R‑026‑26 to re‑appoint Eddie Edwards to the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority Board of Directors…
Kendall County seeks $337,500 for drainage project
The Kendall County Commissioners Court will consider a resolution to apply for up to $337,500 in state grant funds to cover the county's financial match for the Kendall County Drainage Master Plan Flood Mitigation Assistance Project. The court will also authorize a work order for Scheibe Consulting, LLC to assist with…
Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee to review weather preparedness and climate plans
The committee will receive briefings on summer weather preparedness, ERCOT projections, and solar incentive increases. Members will also review the implementation of the Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan to 2035 and customer care services.
Council discusses water and wastewater rate study
The Deer Park City Council workshop on July 21, 2026 will discuss the Water and Wastewater Rate study performed by NewGen Strategies and Solutions (DIS 26-035). The council will also recognize employee awards for the second quarter (PRE 26-026). No formal actions are recommended beyond discussion and a picture with…
City Council to consider re-appointing Eddie Edwards to water authority board
The City Council will meet to review financial reports and approve routine expenditures. The body will also consider a resolution regarding a board appointment for the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority.
Council will consider a $586,828 engineering contract for water system upgrades
The Nacogdoches City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including minutes, street‑closure resolutions, a $45,150 change order for the SWTP Lagoon Sludge Removal Project, a water‑conservation plan amendment, and a resilient‑communities program agreement. On the regular agenda, council members will…
Public hearing set for Skyway Villas housing tax credit application
The McKinney City Council will conduct public hearings on a 4% housing tax credit application for Skyway Villas Apartments, a waiver of roadway impact fees for the Cotton Mill multi-family development, and amendments to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 project and finance plans. The consent agenda includes…
Council to vote on water and wastewater rate increases effective Jan 1, 2027
This regular meeting includes public hearings and individual consideration items. The council will decide on proposed amendments to water and wastewater rates for all customer classes, effective January 1, 2027. Other major items include adoption of the $11.2 million Crime Control and Prevention District budget for FY…
Water Commission to consider FY27 budget and water rate changes
The Garden Ridge Water Commission will meet on July 21, 2026 to discuss several items, including approval of the June 16 minutes, a utility department activity report, and a wastewater ordinance. The commission will also review the FY27 proposed budget and proposed water rates. Additional topics include water…
Court considers $4 million loan for NRG Stadium lighting improvements
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure contracts, budget transfers, and grant applications. Key items include funding for the 3-1-1 Implementation project and various drainage and roadway improvements across four precincts.
City Council to consider $2.3 million fire apparatus purchase
The City Council will discuss the issuance of taxable certificates of obligation and a principal forgiveness agreement with the Texas Water Development Board. The body is also deciding on several appointments and contracts for city services.
Council to consider $1.84 million amendment for K‑3 Resources sludge hauling services
The Kyle City Council will vote on several contract amendments, including a $1,838,100 amendment to a sludge hauling services contract with K‑3 Resources. It will also approve a $105,513 water service agreement with County Line Special Utility District for the wastewater treatment plant on Heidenreich Lane, and a…
Council to vote on water contract amendment and public‑info fee ordinance
The Mexia City Council will meet on July 20, 2026 at City Hall to consider several agenda items. Items include adopting Ordinance No. 2026‑07‑01 that sets charges for public‑information requests and approving the Planning and Zoning Committee’s recommendations from its July 13 meeting. The council will also vote on…
Needville City Council to consider Richmond Street reconstruction agreement
The City Council will discuss an interlocal agreement with Fort Bend County for road work and review new regulations for tobacco stores and shipping containers. The body will also address water and wastewater impact fee audits and procedural rules for the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee.