Ector County is watching closely as state officials threaten to take over local water management following a major crisis in Corpus Christi. It’s a wake-up call that when local utilities fail, the state might just step in and strip away local control.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
The project is funded by a $17 million state grant.
Residents in West Odessa and surrounding areas who need improved water access.
Residents currently relying on failing private wells.
By Colleen DeGuzman, The Texas Tribune Corpus Christi’s impending water crisis — and delayed action by city leaders — has become an issue in the race for Texas governor, with Gov. Greg Abbott threatening a state takeover of the city and his Democrati...
The county is using $17 million in state funds to bring clean water to West Odessa. Construction is starting in June to help families currently relying on low-producing or contaminated wells.
Residents are struggling with failing wells and lack of water access. The county is collecting survey data to help plan future water projects.
The county is using a $17 million grant to expand water access. This project will help determine how to best serve residents who currently lack reliable water service.
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