NEWS
Grass clippings ordinance passes Bowie council
An ordinance regulating the disposal of grass clippings and related yard debris on the city streets, alleys and rights-of-way
Last month the first reading passed with Councilor Chuck Malone the only no vote. Monday night it passed with Arlene Bishop and Tami Buckmaster voting no.
When it was initially presented, Street Department Director Stony Lowrance explained the yard debris continues to be a big problem clogging up storm drains and there are even citizens who have their lawns mowed and then call the street department demanding they come
Code Officer David Rainey told the council a lot of cities have similar ordinances and this is just another small tool to help handle certain problem properties. He called it a step in the right direction to stop clogging sewer drains and help water ponding.
The code officer continued he will undertake a public awareness campaign during the next 90 days. Then when complaints come up he will talk with the people explaining the ordinance and its intention.
“The best thing is to mow so the grass goes back into the yard
Read the full story in the mid-week Bowie News.
Members of the Montague County Commissioner’s Court will meet at 9 a.m. on Feb. 9.
An executive session is scheduled to discussion personnel matters pertaining to the current county employee assigned to the septic system inspections and the proposed transfer to the new sewer plant facility, as well as the county employee assigned to the Montague County Animal Shelter. Any action will be taken back in open session.
The court will consider approving a memorandum of understanding between the county and Montague County Animal Rescue. The rescue group has been working with the county to get operations at the animal shelter up and running, along with providing volunteers at the shelter.
Other topics on the agenda include: Approve the 2026 Nationwide 457(b) deferred compensation plan; approve the 2026 Texas Association o Counties ARTS Renewal agreement; and consider the risk management pool liability proposal including $1,000,000 for cybersecurity coverage; amend authorized representatives for TexPool adding Charles Lanier; approve order of election for the 2026 joint primary; consider quotes to replace seven showers and 11 exhaust fans in the jail and consider replat of two lots in Silver lakes Ranch phase seven in precinct two.
Due to a breakdown at the printing press that prints The Bowie News, today’s paper will be delay until later this evening. It will be delivered to the racks and post office as soon as it arrives. We apologize for this delay.
The Boil Water Notice for City of Bowie, TX water customers along Highway 81 from Slaughter Street to Old Bowie Lake has been lifted.
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