Joe Farmer’s mentor was his uncle, G.T. Stogner. Stogner taught the former Allen mayor an important lesson: Always believe in people and be friendly to everyone you meet. Farmer must have taken it to heart because you won’t meet many... more
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Amendment tries to speed Lower Bois d’Arc Reservoir’s progress
When the U.S. House of Representatives passed an amendment to H.R. 5302, the Water Resources Development Act last week, it brought a project in Fannin County one step closer to completion. The bipartisan amendment introduced by Reps. Sam Johnson, Pete... more
Large crowd learns more about Lower Bois d’Arc Creek Reservoir Comprehensive Plan
It was standing-room-only Monday, August 29 at the South Annex in Bonham as concerned residents filled the Fannin County Court-at-Law chambers to learn more about the Lower Bois d’Arc Creek Reservoir Comprehensive Plan. One purpose of the public meeting was to review... more
Rising cost of water presents district challenges
For the 10th year in a row, the North Texas Municipal Water District has increased water rates to its member cities. The NTMWD, a nonprofit wholesale water provider, is increasing its rates almost 10.5 percent, or 24 cents per 1,000... more
Preparing for the Next Million
We were recently featured in NTX Magazine, a publication by the North Texas Commission, which is dedicated to promoting economic growth in North Texas. In their piece, “Preparing for The Next Million” they highlighted how important safe, reliable water and... more
Interview with Tom Kula: Regional Leadership Delivers Water Supplies for Cities
Our Executive Director, Tom Kula, was also featured on the cover of Municipal Water Leader Magazine. Inside, he talks about the challenges that come with providing water to 1.6 million people across 46 communities. There is also a special section... more