Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District

03/11/2022

Photos from Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District's post

03/11/2022

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular board meeting and a public meeting to adopt the Desired Future Conditions ("DFCs") for the groundwater resources located within the District in Groundwater Management Area 7 ("GMA 7") on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.

Attached please find notice of this public meeting. For additional information please contact the District at (512) 322-5829 or by email at [email protected].

02/11/2022

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

01/14/2022

Please note, the Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District's board meeting scheduled for January 19, 2022 at 5:00 PM has been canceled. I apologize for any inconvenience, thank you!

01/14/2022

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

12/30/2021

Brush Management Archives - West Texas Rangelands

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on the benefits of brush control and brush management. The following link to the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension’s West Texas Rangelands site includes useful information on brush control for properties in West Texas.

This course is designed for the land owner and managers in mind. By going through and completing this course, participants will become familiar with managing invasive and encroaching brush species with the Individual Plant Treatment (IPT) herbicide application method. This course provides guidance i...

12/29/2021

www.twdb.texas.gov

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on how to prevent the waste of groundwater. The following article from the Texas Water Development Board provides information on household water use and ways to save.

11/12/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

10/20/2021

The Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District adopted a tax rate of 1.5 cents ($0.015) per $100 of value for the 2021 tax year.

TERRELL COUNTY GCD ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 3.4 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $0.50.

Please contact Mr. Blain Chriesman at the Terrell County Appraisal District at (432) 345-2251 should you have any questions.

10/18/2021

takecareoftexas.org

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on water conservation. The following article from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's Take Care of Texas site provides simple tips for water conservation.

10/08/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting and public hearing on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

10/05/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold a public hearing on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848 to consider the adoption of the District's 2021 tax rate.
The proposed tax rate is $0.015 (1.5 cents) per $100 of value.

09/29/2021

Please note, the Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District's special board meeting and public hearing scheduled for September 29, 2021 at 5:00 PM has been canceled. I apologize for any inconvenience, thank you!

09/24/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting and public hearing on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

09/20/2021

Good morning, the following tax, budget, and financial audit information for the Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District is being posted in compliance with Section 26.18 of the Texas Tax Code. Please contact the Terrell County GCD should you have any questions. Thank you.

09/10/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 29th, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848 to consider the adoption of the District's 2021 tax rate.

The proposed tax rate is 0.015¢ per $100 of value.

09/03/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

08/30/2021

Attached please find the 2021 Notice About Tax Rates for the Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District. Thank you.

08/13/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

07/16/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the revised agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

06/04/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 immediately upon adjournment of the District's public hearing at 5:00 PM at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you.

06/03/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold a public hearing on the proposed desired future conditions ("DFCs") for Groundwater Management Area 7 on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this hearing by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.

Attached please find notice of this public hearing, along with the proposed DFCs and expected Modeled Available Groundwater for Groundwater Management Area 7. Thank you.

05/07/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you

03/16/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Friday, March 19, 2021 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you

02/12/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you

01/15/2021

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you!

12/31/2020

Ways to Protect Groundwater

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on how to prevent the waste of groundwater. The following article from the Groundwater Foundation provides a checklist of 10 ways to protect and conserve groundwater.

Use native plants in your landscape. They look great, and don't need much water or fertilizer. Also choose grass varieties for your lawn that are adapted for your region's climate, reducing the need for extensive watering or chemical applications.

12/31/2020

How to avoid water waste in the hot Texas summer

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on water conservation and preventing the waste of groundwater. The following article from the Texas Living Waters Project provides some useful information on avoiding the waste of water outdoors during Texas summers.

Preventing water waste by not irrigating your lawn or plants during the heat of the day makes sense and can save you a lot of cents.

12/11/2020

The Terrell County GCD will hold its next regular Board meeting on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 5:00 pm at the Terrell County District Courtroom on the 2nd Floor of the Terrell County Courthouse, 105 East Hackberry, Sanderson, Texas 79848. In accordance with Governor Abbott's declaration of the COVID-19 public health threat and action to temporarily suspend certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, members of the public may call in to this meeting by calling 1-888-599-1357 and entering the following code: 8529.
Here is the agenda for the meeting. Thank you!

11/18/2020

Water Conservation Checklist for the Home - AgriLife Extension

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on water conservation. The following article from the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension provides a water conservation checklist for the home, along with lots of useful information and water conservation tips.

In most areas of the country and most of the time, water has been readily available. The situation is changing. There are constantly new demands.

11/16/2020

Want to Know the Fundamentals of Collecting Rainwater? | Take Care of Texas

Terrell County GCD is committed to providing the residents of Terrell County with information on the benefits of rainwater harvesting. The following article from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's Take Care of Texas program includes lots of useful information on the fundamentals of rainwater harvesting.

Want to Know the Fundamentals of Collecting Rainwater?