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Civic issues

Topics getting the most attention in Jim Wells County, TX public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Tecolote Water Project

The county is purchasing a 2-acre plot for $23,000 to build a new water well and storage tanks funded by a $1.2 million federal grant, bringing reliable water to the Tecolote area.

7 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026

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Extreme Drought and 90-Day Outdoor Burn Ban

Emergency management reported that the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) has reached 497, approaching the 500 threshold. If significant rain does not fall soon, a county burn ban may be recommended at the next meeting.

6 mentionsLast discussed Aug 31, 2026