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Water zone committee to meet Thursday, May 22

2 weeks ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Recently, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) hired water law attorney Sarah Faust to facilitate special volunteer committee meetings to deliberate the potential establishment of a Northeast Burnet County Groundwater Management Zone.During future weeks, the 11-member committee plans to meet as required to help board members decide if ongoing use of the Trinity Aqu... Premium Content is available to subscribers only.
Drought restrictions stuck at Stage 4

3 weeks ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) board decided to maintain Stage 4 critical drought restrictions.“Obviously, because of the lack of rain fall,” CTGCD District Manager Mitchell Sodek told the board during the April 21 meeting.Plus, the Palmer Hydrological Drought Index continues to indicate Burnet County continues to struggle with “extreme” ground... Premium Content is available to subscribers only.
Local brokers close new state park land deal

3 weeks ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Body Local environmental preservation supporters may be pleased to hear some good news. Recent negotiations between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Branch Brokers, based in Burnet, have settled on the purchase of more than 1,000 acres of pristine land near Burnet and Lampasas counties, as part of an ongoing TPWD plan to manage additional space near Colorado Bend State Park. Texas Branch Brokers Mike Bacon and Drew Colvin estimated the purchase at more than $12 million.
County auditor leaves for job in Tyler

4 weeks ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Body Burnet County has posted help wanted signs for two key openings now within its electronic window. During the April 22 meeting, the Burnet County Commissioners Court announced they’re trying to fill positions for county auditor and court administrative director. Burnet County’s auditor recently accepted a position elsewhere.
County talks personnel changes; grant protocols

4 weeks ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

The Burnet County commissioners met April 22 to handle issues ranging from personnel updates to federal grant mandates.
Burnet County elections workers train on new voting system

1 month ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Later this month, Burnet County early voters will witness and experience the use of new electronic devices as they cast a ballot for the candidate of their choice, as well as whatever proposition they may approve.Hart Civic Inc. Project Manager Drew Stewart introduced the new appliances to local future poll workers during a training session April 9 in Burnet at the Texas AgriLife Extensi... Premium Content is available to subscribers only.
Library thrift store bids Burnet fond farewell

1 month ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Bargain hunters, brace for bad news. The Friends of the Herman Brown Free Library closed its Library Thrift Store April 11.“The Friends can no longer justify continuing its operation,” Friends Treasurer Dr. Francine Carraro told the Bulletin April 8.“While this change is bittersweet, it represents a necessary step to ensure we can continue to effectively support the library ...
Burnet residents rail against line project

1 month ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

The Texas Materials Group has indicated it plans to revive an old railway along U.S. 281 between Burnet and Lampasas for the purpose of hauling crushed granite between quarries.
Public workshop poses aerospace corp. questions

1 month ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Burnet County commissioners posed several questions April 1 in regard to joining the new Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation (SDC). The commissioners deliberated and pondered possible participation in an SDC during a public workshop at the county courthouse. More than 50 interested residents attended. Williamson County Economic Development Assistant Economic Director Scott Smith and Firefly Chief Operating Officer Dan Fermon indicated their support of the SDC.
Groundwater district eyes Briggs, Oakalla aquifer zone

1 month ago | burnetbulletin.com | Raymond V. Whelan

Body The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) plans to host a special meeting to consider whether ongoing use of the Trinity Aquifer needs to be evaluated and monitored through the establishment of a new “groundwater management zone.”The meeting is set for 2 p.m. April 22 at the Oakalla Community Center, 29011 RM 936 in Briggs. The action was taken during the March 26 session in Burnet at District Headquarters, 225 S. Pierce, across from the Burnet County Courthouse.