Public hearing on proposed changes to water conservation rules in Irion County.
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- Mertzon
What You Should Do Next
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Attend the Hearing
Join the public hearing on March 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to voice your opinion.
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Review Proposed Changes
Access the revised draft ICWCD Rules at https://www.irionwcd.org/ before the hearing.
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Submit Comments
Contact Diana Thomas with any questions or comments prior to the hearing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the date of the public hearing for the Irion County Water Conservation District?
- The public hearing is scheduled for March 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
- Where will the public hearing take place?
- It will be held at the ICWCD office located at 208 North Park View, Mertzon, Texas.
- Who can I contact for more information about the proposed rules?
- You can contact Diana Thomas at 325-835-2015 or via email at icwcd@verizon.net.
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Full Notice Text
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IRION COUNTY WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Rulemaking Hearing for Proposed Changes and Increasing Export Fee March 09, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Irion County Water Conservation District Office 208 North Park View, Courthouse Annex, Mertzon, Texas 76941 The Irion County Water Conservation District (ICWCD) will hold a public hearing on proposed Rules of the ICWCD on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6 pm at the ICWCD office 208 North Park View, Courthouse Annex, Mertzon, Texas. A description of proposed changes includes: 1. Removal of references to “fax” throughout the Rules 2. Section 3: Well Registration and Permits • Rule 3.204 Permit Application Requirements i. Added a permit application requirement to Rule 3.204(b) ii. Added clarifying language regarding the hydrogeological report required by Rule 3.204(c) • Rule 3.205 Permit Evaluation i. Added wells able to be considered under Rule 3.205(c) in accordance with Texas Water Code § 36.113(d-2) 3. Section 5: Well Spacing and Production Limits • Updated Rule 5.202 to reflect how the District incorporates consideration of the DFC and monitoring of wells into the permit process 4. Section 6: Deposits and Fees • Increased the water export fee in Rule 6.103 and updated approved uses of those funds in accordance with Texas Water Code § 36.122(e-1) 5. Section 10: Enforcement • Increased the maximum penalty under Rule 10.102(b) in accordance with Texas Water Code § 36.102(b) All citizens are invited to attend the Rulemaking Hearing. Copies of the revised draft ICWCD Rules and the current rules can be found at https://www.irionwcd.org/ or the ICWCD Office. For any questions or comments concerning the proposed ICWCD Rules, please contact Diana Thomas at 325-835-2015 or icwcd@verizon.net. Diana Thomas, General Manager Ashley Masters, Technician