NEWS
Commissioners to hear broadband survey report on Monday
Montague County Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. on Feb. 13 and hear a report on the recent broadband survey.
Pam Waggonner with Connected Nation will make a presentation on the survey results for the county that was conducted last fall. The data is part of the overall state survey on connectivity and where improvements are needed. Last month she gave a brief introduction and briefly touched on the data noting the future meeting.
Tax Assessor-Collector Kathy Phillips will ask to issue refunds for two overpayments on tax accounts.
Sheriff Marshall Thomas will discuss an interlocal agreement with Lubbock County to house inmates for $60 per day.
A public hearing will be scheduled to name a private road off Polk Hill Lane.
And the 2023 Texas Association of Counties Affordable Care Act Reporting and Tracking Service renewal agreement will be examined.
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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