COUNTY LIFE
Nocona City Council meets March 17
Members of the Nocona City Council will meet in regular session at 5 p.m. on March 17 in city hall.
The meeting opens with items of community interest by the mayor and council followed by public comments and the consent agenda.
In the workshop agenda, the annual 2024-25 outside audit will be presented.
City Manager Lynn Henley and Public Works Director Winston Ezzell will discuss repairs to the water tower and the designation of a parallel parking space in the downtown area.
During the winter freeze a small leak was found in the water tower and while it was considered manageable repair personnel were called in to give it a closer look. A corrosion leak at the weld seam was patched, along with a couple of others spots that appear to have leaked previously.
Divers went into the tank and noticed a few other corrosion nodules inside the tank above the water line inside the storage tank. The 150-foot tall tower stores 400,000 gallons of water. Ezzell said they ere going to look into the cost of recoating the interior and painting the outside, which are both expensive propositions. The also want to consider replacing the storage tank at the water plant.
The council will consider continuing its participation in the Atmos Steering Committee Cities, which advocate for its members in regard to rate hikes.
In two property questions the survey and next steps including setting a minimum set of development standards to place up for bid 18.73 acres in the JD Jennings survey adjoining the Indian Oaks Golf Course hole six.
Discuss steps necessary including drafting a municipal service plan to annex two tracts belonging to the Nortn Texas Society of History and Culture dba Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum
Other topics on the workshop agenda include: Reappointing Brandi Shipman to the Nocona Economic Development Corporation Board (Type B); report from the NEDC director about lighting on the top of Clay Street downtown buildings; discuss fire department applying for two new Texas Forest Service grants and amend the city budget for matching funds; review 2026 Public Utilities Commission cost price index increase of 1.1158% for telecommunication right-of-way rates; and hear from Pam Ross regarding neighboring property she feels may violate the public nuisance code.
Action on the financial audit, NEDC appointment, fire department grans, budget amendments for fiscal 2025-26 and the Atmos Cities will be in the regular agenda following the workshop agenda.
National Weather Service Fort Worth report: We’re closing down the work week with another round of HOT and DRY weather. Much of the area will see an elevated fire weather threat again today! A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 pm this evening. More heat headlines likely this weekend and early next week
It’s time once again for the Montague County Cemetery Board Fish Fry.
The fish fry will begin serving at 5 p.m. on Aug. 22 at the Forestburg Community Center. The price is $10 per person for all you can eat, and child’s plate for 12 and under is $5. Take-out is also available.
The meal will consist of locally caught crappie and catfish, French fries, beans, hushpuppies, coleslaw and all the trimmings and homemade desserts.
The main purpose of the Montague County Cemetery Board is to look after the county’s abandoned cemeteries. The county has between 50 and 60 abandoned cemeteries. Cleaning a cemetery typically cost between $1,500 and $2,000. Any help is greatly appreciated. Help can be monetary, but it can also be as simple as reporting a suspected lost cemetery, allowing access to the cemetery, or spending a day alongside others cleaning. Volunteers are always welcome.
Another goal of the Cemetery Board is to obtain Historical Status from the Texas Historical Commission for the abandoned cemeteries. This status records the cemetery with both the county and state. It helps to protect them for years to come.
Leadership Montague County is now accepting applications for its upcoming class. Deadline to submit an application is Sept. 1.
Individuals who are interested in strengthening their leadership skills, expanding their knowledge of Montague County and building lasting professional and community relationships are encouraged to apply.
The program is a nine-month leadership development program consisting of nine, one-day, monthly meetings. Participants will explore topics including local government, agriculture, education, healthcare, business and industry, public safety, economic development and community leadership through interactive sessions and site visits. The group will be traveling to Austin in the spring to visit with the legislators and senators and to see how they work for the county residents.
Leadership Montague County is designed for emerging and established leaders who have a desire to become more involved in improving the quality of life throughout Montague County.
Class size is limited, and early application is encouraged. For additional information or to request an application, contact: Leadership Montague County, j-hansard@tamu.edu or call 940-894-2831
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