NEWS
BISD to pursue efficient buildings program
By BARBARA GREEN
Bowie School Trustees will pursue an efficient buildings program that could potentially save the district more than $100,000 in utility costs annually.
The board met Monday night with officials from Entegral Solutions, which has partnered with the Texas Association of School Boards to assist districts address their maintenance and facility needs, with a focus on energy usage.
Dennis Bennett, a former Bowie district teacher and administrator, introduced the company officials. Bennett began working for E3 following his recent retirement as superintendent at Jacksboro.
Doug Kirkley and Mike Cothran of E3 and Rob Sidebottom of TASB took part in the presentation.
Cothran went through the presentation explaining they create practical and affordable solutions for the district helping it “make the most of your money.”
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A BOIL WATER NOTICE remains in effect for the 800 block of Lively Street. Affected residents should use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. If you are impacted by this notice and need bottled water, please call the City’s Emergency Management Coordinator at (940) 977-4941
The heat advisory that has been in place all week continues until 8 p.m. Friday night.
The National Weather Service reports strong high pressure overhead will bring triple digit high temperatures along with heat index readings approaching 110 degrees for much of next week. To reduce risk of heat related illnesses when outdoors, schedule frequent breaks in shaded or air conditioned areas, and stay hydrated.
Make sure to check on your older neighbors to make sure they are staying cool and hydrates, and make sure pets have shade and water.
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