Editor: Shannon Cottongame October 5, 2023 In a special meeting held Monday night, September 25, the Whitney City Council officially named the city's new police chief and public works supervisor. The council also approved the previously published proposed city budget and tax rate after no comments were made during required public hearings. Kyle Nevil (left), … Continue reading New city leadership
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Council considers options for animal control in city
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 27, 2023 The Whitney City Council discussed animal control options in the city during a regular meeting held Thursday, September 21. City Operations Director Billy Pribble asked the council to provide guidance as staff investigates the city's options for addressing the issue of stray dogs and cats. Two options were presented, … Continue reading Council considers options for animal control in city
New features to be rolled out with water meter upgrade
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 6, 2023 The City of Whitney is preparing to install new water meters throughout the city in an effort to replace outdated meters and allow citizens to reap the benefits of new technology. Many of the city’s current meters are past their expected lifespan, and old meters are known to have … Continue reading New features to be rolled out with water meter upgrade
Whitney mayor bets on Wildcat win
Leading up to the "Battle of Hill County" football game scheduled for Friday night, Whitney Mayor Janice Sanders is challenging Hillsboro Mayor Scott Johnson with a friendly wager. Sanders said that if Hillsboro wins the football game, she will wear a Hillsboro Eagle shirt and hat to the following Whitney City Council meeting. If the … Continue reading Whitney mayor bets on Wildcat win
Council proposes tax rate, sets hearing
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 24, 2023 The Whitney City Council proposed a tax rate for the coming year during the regular monthly meeting held Thursday, August 17. The council proposed a rate of $0.6004 per $100 valuation, which is a decrease from the previous rate of $0.6384. The proposed rate is the calculated voter-approval rate, … Continue reading Council proposes tax rate, sets hearing
Council considers traffic study, property improvements
Editor: Shannon Cottongame June 21, 2023 The Whitney City Council expressed interest in pursuing a traffic study in the city, discussed the need for repairs to city property and considered possibilities for city park improvements in a meeting held Thursday, June 15. Council member Martis Ward requested an agenda item related to stop signs in … Continue reading Council considers traffic study, property improvements
Council approves contract for full water system study
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 24, 2023 The Whitney City Council accepted an engineering services proposal from Clark Associates for a full survey and study of the city's water system at a meeting held Thursday, May 18. Public Works Director Billy Pribble told the council that the full study is needed in order for the city … Continue reading Council approves contract for full water system study
Commissioners accept bids for supplies, services
Editor: Shannon Cottongame March 6, 2023 The Hill County Commissioners Court met in a regular session Tuesday, March 28, and accepted its annual list of bids for products and services. Commissioners are required by law to seek bids on any goods or services they plan to spend more than $50,000 on in a year’s time. … Continue reading Commissioners accept bids for supplies, services
Council approves purchase of new water meters
Editor: Shannon Cottongame March 22, 2023 The Whitney City Council voted to replace water meters in the city with smart meters at a meeting held Thursday, March 16. The council's action follows a pilot program in which the meters were tested in select locations throughout the city. Public Works Director Billy Pribble told the council … Continue reading Council approves purchase of new water meters
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