Water Supply Receives Funds for Water System Improvements

December 17, 2025 – The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) today approved by resolution financial assistance in the amount of $2,262,970 to the Paxton Water Supply Corporation (Shelby County), consisting of $2,262,970 in principal forgiveness from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). The Corporation will use the assistance for the planning, acquisition, design, and construction of a water system improvement project.

December 13, 2025 - The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial flock (poultry) in Shelby County, Texas. This is the first confirmed case of HPAI in a commercial facility in Texas this year.

Following considerable mortality in the flock, samples were submitted to a Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory and confirmed December 11, 2025.

December 12, 2025 - Boil Water Notice for Joaquin Public Water Systems

Effecting the West Side of Joaquin

To all customers on the west side of town needs to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions).

December 11, 2025 - The Shelby County Commissioners covered several utility maintenance issues during their December 3, 2025 meeting, as well as discussing the need for a funeral home transport policy.

December 11, 2025 - Stevie Smith, Commissioner Precinct 3, announces that CR 3801 half a mile from U.S. Highway 84 is closed for repair Thursday, December 11, 2025.

This section of roadway will remain closed until repairs are made to both a water line and the road itself.