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Welcome to exTRA – an aggregation of both TRA-related and industry-specific news clips. TRA’s communications division provides these clips as an educational service to TRA’s valued staff, directors and consultants. The articles selected are determined to be of interest to our readership, but in no way reflect TRA’s official position(s) or view(s).
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February 3, 2025 9:58 AM
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Texans question if developers are interested in taking on the multi-billion dollar gallon Desal Facility

Executive Director of the Nueces River Authority said Seven Seas water group is one of the six companies interested in the project.

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February 3, 2025 9:35 AM
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League City raises water, wastewater rates

League City raises water, wastewater rates | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

League City residents will pay higher water and wastewater rates in fiscal year 2025-26, which begins in October.

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January 31, 2025 10:51 AM
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Struggles continue in Marlin as city leaders extend emergency declaration 30 days

The City of Marlin extended the emergency declaration, maintaining its resources as officials address the ongoing water crisis. 

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January 31, 2025 10:46 AM
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Texas lawmakers opposing Marvin Nichols Reservoir want to tighten water planning process

Texas lawmakers opposing Marvin Nichols Reservoir want to tighten water planning process | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Two state representatives filed bills tied to the reservoir this week and a senator hinted that there may be an alternative water source. 

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January 31, 2025 9:31 AM
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Nueces River Authority discusses long-term water supply strategies

Nueces River Authority discusses long-term water supply strategies | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

The Nueces River Authority is working on long-term water solutions, including a voluntary 15% reduction in water use and exploring new sources like the Inner Harbor desalination plant.

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January 30, 2025 10:59 AM
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3 items approved by Fort Worth City Council at Jan. 28 meeting

3 items approved by Fort Worth City Council at Jan. 28 meeting | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

City sells land to Trinity River Authority for wastewater interceptor project.

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January 29, 2025 10:13 AM
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Boil water notice rescinded for Polk County subdivisions

Boil water notice rescinded for Polk County subdivisions | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

The Boil Water Notice for Wild Country Lake Estates and Eagles Nest subdivisions issued by Lake Livingston Water Supply Corporation has been rescinded, according to Polk County Emergency Management.

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January 29, 2025 10:00 AM
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Pearland authorizes funding to upgrade wastewater infrastructure

Pearland authorizes funding to upgrade wastewater infrastructure | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Reflection Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant in Pearland will soon undergo equipment upgrades following the Environmental Protection Agency’s move to put the city on notice due to the facility’s failure to meet the agency’s monitoring requirements. 

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January 28, 2025 9:31 AM
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Sewage fertilizer poses health risks, EPA warns. What does that mean for North Texas?

Sewage fertilizer poses health risks, EPA warns. What does that mean for North Texas? | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Farmers, environmental advocates argue the EPA could go further to protect people from “forever chemicals” in sewage sludge fertilizer.

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January 27, 2025 10:42 AM
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New changes to Corpus Christi Drought Contingency Plan

With water conditions not improving, a revision to the Corpus Christi Drought Contingency Plan is set to be presented to city council this upcoming Tuesday.

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January 27, 2025 10:35 AM
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Beaumont launches water-saving plan after freeze strains systems

Beaumont residents have used a staggering 43 million gallons of water since the big freeze on Wednesday, nearly double the average limit.

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January 27, 2025 10:25 AM
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Woodlands Water's comprehensive drainage assessment, maintenance program to ensure resilience, prevent flooding

Woodlands Water's comprehensive drainage assessment, maintenance program to ensure resilience, prevent flooding | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

When it comes to safeguarding the community from the destructive power of heavy rains and flooding, Woodlands Water is taking a comprehensive, proactive approach.

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January 27, 2025 9:38 AM
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Mayors ready to lobby for Wise Regional Water District as lawmakers enter session 

Mayors ready to lobby for Wise Regional Water District as lawmakers enter session  | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Wise County mayors and other officials are preparing to make their arguments for the creation of the Wise Regional Water District (WRWD) — a possible answer to the big question of how the county could handle the water and wastewater demanded by its population surge.

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February 3, 2025 9:54 AM
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Duncanville Acts on Sanitary Sewer Overflow, Urges Precautions for Nearby Residents

Duncanville Acts on Sanitary Sewer Overflow, Urges Precautions for Nearby Residents | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Duncanville Public Works responds to a Sanitary Sewer Overflow after heavy rain, implementing cleanup efforts.

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January 31, 2025 12:35 PM
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100,000 gallons of wastewater spilled into North Texas creek after overnight rain

100,000 gallons of wastewater spilled into North Texas creek after overnight rain | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Over 100,000 gallons of wastewater spilled into a North Texas waterway on Thursday, officials estimated. According to the City of Waxahachie, overnight rain from Wednesday night into Thursday morning caused a massive amount of wastewater to overflow and spill into a stream that feeds into Waxahachie Creek. City officials said the overflow was not stopped until around 1:25 p.m. on Thursday and estimated over 100,000 gallons were spilled.

100,000 gallons of wastewater spilled into North Texas creek after overnight rain

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January 31, 2025 10:47 AM
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Jacob's Well usually flows this time of year, but it's as dry as the 'dead of summer'

Jacob's Well usually flows this time of year, but it's as dry as the 'dead of summer' | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

The popular spot in Wimberley will likely be closed for swimming for the fourth year in a row.

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January 31, 2025 9:33 AM
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Cedar Park approves $300K alternative water supply study

Cedar Park approves $300K alternative water supply study | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Cedar Park will partner with Carollo Engineers to look into alternative sources to bolster the city’s water supply. City Council authorized the city manager at its Jan. 23 meeting to negotiate and enter into a professional services agreement with the company to improve the city’s resiliency to droughts and other emergencies, according to agenda documents.

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January 31, 2025 9:23 AM
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Grey Forest's 'Million Gallon March' against Guajolote Ranch wastewater plant proposal

Grey Forest's 'Million Gallon March' against Guajolote Ranch wastewater plant proposal | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Homeowners, city leaders in Grey Forest will host “Million Gallon March” to highlight water quality concerns surrounding proposed Guajolote Ranch neighborhood.

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January 30, 2025 10:43 AM
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Lady Bird Lake’s water levels dropped (again), raising questions about dam’s integrity

Lady Bird Lake’s water levels dropped (again), raising questions about dam’s integrity | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

If you went out for a walk along Lady Bird Lake on Tuesday afternoon you might have noticed the water level was lower than usual. Muddy stretches of bank extended farther toward the center of the lake. The smell wasn’t great.

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January 29, 2025 10:05 AM
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Bastrop expected to see smaller rise in river than expected after Austin dam gate failure

Bastrop expected to see smaller rise in river than expected after Austin dam gate failure | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

The rise is expected to stay within the banks of the Colorado River and hit around mid-morning on Jan. 29.

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January 29, 2025 9:52 AM
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Bellaire to refine cost estimates for several wastewater treatment plant options

Bellaire to refine cost estimates for several wastewater treatment plant options | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

Bellaire is looking to tighten and refine cost estimates for the different wastewater treatment plant options that City Council will decide on at a later date.

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January 28, 2025 9:29 AM
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Texas considers damming the Sulphur River to create new reservoir, landowners and businesses react

State lawmakers are considering damming the Sulphur River and creating the Marvin Nichols reservoir, which could impact East Texas landowners and businesses.

East Texas residents push back against plan to flood their land for DFW water | wfaa.com

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January 27, 2025 10:38 AM
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Liberty Hill nearly doubles wastewater impact fees

Liberty Hill nearly doubles wastewater impact fees | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

The fees were previously set at $5,261 per living unit equivalent beginning May 22, but as of Jan. 22, the fees are set at $11,329, according to agenda documents. Impact fees are one-time charges paid by developers to finance the construction of public facilities needed to service their new developments, according to documents from the city.

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January 27, 2025 10:31 AM
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Illegal dams see new pushback from Texas lawmaker

Illegal dams see new pushback from Texas lawmaker | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

A water crossing on Beaver Creek near Lake Buchanan, Texas, has raised concerns about the impact on the lake's ecosystem and wildlife.

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January 27, 2025 9:46 AM
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College Station City Council hears update on major capital projects

College Station City Council hears update on major capital projects | exTRA by the Trinity River Authority of Texas | Scoop.it

One of those projects is the construction of a new fire station, which voters approved through a bond in 2022.

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