NEWS
Saint Jo City Council meets tonight
With Montague County Commissioners lifting the burn ban during their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, Saint Jo resident J.D. Dunn wishes for permission to burn within city limits on Payne Road.
That’s the first expected item up for discussion at the Saint Jo City Council meeting set for 6 p.m. Nov. 11.
Marty Reeves would like to appeal police chief Tyler Roy’s decision to remove Reeves’ dog, Tigger, from city limits.
The council will discuss and possibly approve a resolution regarding a financial agreement for the purpose of purchasing a fire tender.
During the meeting, there will be discussion and action on amendments for the 2016 Saint Jo Economic Development Corporation 4B budget.
The Saint Jo Chamber of Commerce is requesting to rename the city square the Chisholm Trail Square.
Allen Corley wants to discuss finding a permanent solution to flooding concerns at 301 E. Williams, which has been a mainstay agenda item in recent months.
Texas Kings Hotel would like to discuss sewer issues at its facility.
The council will approve minutes from the October meeting, review financial statements and pay monthly bills.
Reports also will be given in writing from Saint Jo department heads.
The Saint Jo city council typically meets the second Wednesday of every month.
A BOIL WATER NOTICE remains in effect for City of Bowie, TX water customers along Highway 81 from Parker Road to Old Bowie Lake. Affected customers should use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. Results of water testing should be available shortly after noon today. If the testing is good, the BOIL WATER NOTICE may be lifted shortly thereafter
A boil water order was implemented Monday afternoon for the area served at U.S. Highway 81 from Parker Drive to Old Bowie Lake as water line repairs were made. The order remains in place today. If you are affected by this order and need bottled water call 940-977-4941.
City of Bowie officials report Montague County, TX will be under an ELEVATED FIRE THREAT today. Please be careful. Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/H9U9gWU
A heat advisory also continues until 8 p.m. tonight. Remember to check on pets and older neighbors. Stay safe.
Photo of a previous grass fire, Bowie News file photo.
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