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Proclamation By The Governor of the State of Texas

Posted on May 3, 2025

Water update 4/30/2025 :

Posted on April 30, 2025

Water update 4/30/2025 : Technicians have been at the plant since early this morning troubleshooting the issues. The City is in constant contact with TEDM, TCEQ, and Falls County Emergency Management regarding the matter. The City will provide updates as information is received.

Boil Water Notice 4/29/2025

Posted on April 29, 2025

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems April 29, 2025 Due to a plant malfunction the plant has been off for maintenance and the Mesquite tower fell below 20 psi on April 29, 2025. TCEQ has required the City of Marlin PWS0730002 to notify the City of Marlin, to boil their water prior to...

City of Marlin Charter Amendments PUBLIC MEETING May 19, 2025

Posted on April 28, 2025

City of Marlin Charter Amendments PUBLIC MEETING The Charter Commission for the City of Marlin will hold a Public Meeting to consider amendments to the City Charter on May 19, 2025 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the City Hall Chambers, 101 Fortune Street, Marlin, Texas. This is an opportunity for the people of...

Notice : Service disruption announcement for the morning of April 15 ,2025

Posted on April 14, 2025

The morning of April 15,2025, areas of Agnes, Lovell Lane, Carter St, Houghton St and Gift St will not have service because it will be turned off for a relocation of a water line.

Spring Clean up Day 4/12/2025

Posted on April 1, 2025

Notice to the areas of Watson, Val Verde, and Anders 4/1/2025

Posted on March 27, 2025

Today crews will be clamping off an old service line, to get the work done there will be service interruptions for a duration of about 4 hours in the areas of Watson, Val Verde, and Anders

Boil Water Notice Rescinded February 4, 2025

Posted on February 5, 2025

Boil Water Notice Rescinded February 4, 2025 On January 21, 2025, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS 0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this...

Boil Water Notice Rescinded Hobby Unit

Posted on February 3, 2025

Figure: 30 TAC §290.47(c)(3) Boil Water Notice Rescinded Hobby Unit February 2, 2025 On 01/21/2025, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS TX0730003, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water...

LAUNDROMAT UPDATE (01/31/25):

Posted on January 31, 2025

LAUNDROMAT UPDATE (01/31/25): Our two local laundromats have been given the go-ahead to reopen. The Scrub Tub, which is located at Live Oak and Homer, will be open on odd days beginning tomorrow, February 1st. The Wash Pot, which is located at Live Oak and Kennedy, will be open on even days starting Sunday, February...

DECLARATION OF DISASTER 1/21/2025

Posted on January 22, 2025

DECLARATION OF DISASTER WHEREAS, the City of Marlin on the 21st day of January 2025, has suffered widespread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property and there is imminent threat of additional damages resulting from damages to the City’s water distribution system and related consequential damages to the City’s infrastructure,...

Letter to the Governor 1/21/2025

Posted on January 22, 2025

January 21, 2025 The Honorable Gregg Abbott, Governor of Texas Texas Division of Emergency Management O. Box 4087 Austin, Texas 78773-0001 Dear Governor Abbott: The City of Marlin, Falls County, Texas, is, again, facing significant threats to life, health and property due to extreme failures in it’s water distribution and infrastructure system....

Press Release Form the Mayor 1/21/2025

Posted on January 21, 2025

PRESS RELEASE Good afternoon. A boil water notice was just issued by the Marlin Public Works Department as part of its protocol when pressure in the towers is below 22 psi. You might recall, last week the City of Marlin issued Stage 5 water conservation measures in order to conduct preemptive maintenance repairs at the...

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems January 21, 2025

Posted on January 21, 2025

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems January 21, 2025 Due to water pressure falling below 20 PSI the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin (PWS 0730002) public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc)....

Notice:City Hall Closed Due to Weather

Posted on January 20, 2025

Due to the weather, City Hall will be closed January 21,2025 . City Hall will reopen January 22,2025 weather permitting.

Update for the public 1/15/2025

Posted on January 15, 2025

We will soon be performing maintenance at the water treatment plant before the next round of cold weather. Before maintenance can be performed, we must first stabilize our water system by filling all the towers. The Stage 5 response measures are intended to reduce daily consumption which will help the water towers fill more quickly. ...

Notice: Rescinding Restrictions

Posted on December 18, 2024

Mayor Byrd has rescinded Stage 6 of our City's Drought Contingency Plan. As a result, vehicle washing may be resumed. Stage 2 water conservation measures will remain in effect due to countywide drought conditions. El alcalde Byrd ha rescindido la Etapa 6 del Plan de Contingencia por Sequía de nuestra ciudad. Como resultado, se podrá...

Boil Water Notice Rescinded December 17th 2024

Posted on December 17, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded December 17th 2024 On December 10th 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, TX 0730004 to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this...

WATER UPDATE (12/11/24):

Posted on December 11, 2024

WATER UPDATE (12/11/24): City of Marlin Public Works crews, in conjunction with TEEX's Public Works Response Team, continue to identify and address water leaks throughout our water service area. Today, 2 additional water leaks were repaired by our Public Works crews. We continue to work closely with Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) officials to...

Declaration of Disaster 12/10/2024

Posted on December 10, 2024

https://marlintx.net/documents/declaration-of-disaster-12-10-2024/

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems Dec 10, 2024

Posted on December 10, 2024

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems Dec 10, 2024 Due to water pressure falling below 20 PSI the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin (PWS 0730002) public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children,...

The City of Marlin public water system, (PWS) ID 0730002, will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Recommended Language for Temporary Disinfectant Conversion From Chloramine to Free Chlorine The City of Marlin public water system, (PWS) ID 0730002, will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on November 1st and continue through November the 30th. During this period, you may experience...

Notice to the public 10/22/2024

Posted on October 22, 2024

The City of Marlin respectfully requests that citizens not go to the burn pile on 147 until further notice. Currently crews are trying to safely manage a fire at this location

Notice of Change in Date for the October 8, 2024 Regular Schedule Council Meeting

Posted on October 2, 2024

The Regular scheduled council meeting for October 8, 2024, will be held on October 15,2024.

Boil Water Notice Rescinded September 20, 2024

Posted on September 20, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded September 20, 2024 On August 19th 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to low water pressure which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from...

Boil Notice 9/14/24 Affected Areas: Houses on South Business Highway 6 and Old Falls Road. If you lost pressure today then the Boil Water Notice is for you.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems September 14, 2024 Due to the to a small 2 inch line break 17 houses lost all water pressure south of Live Oak on South Business 6 and down Old Falls Road, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin , PWS0730002 public...

Boil Water Notice Rescinded August 27, 2024

Posted on August 27, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded August 27, 2024 On August 19th 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public...

Boil Water Notice 8/19/2024

Posted on August 19, 2024

PRESS RELEASE 7/19/2024

Posted on July 22, 2024

PRESS RELEASE As a result of improvements in the City of Marlin’s water crisis, Mayor Susan Byrd is pleased to announce that the City of Marlin has been reduced to Stage 1 of the City’s Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan, Marlin’s residents are required to comply with the following watering restrictions: Residential...

Boil Water Notice Rescinded July 16, 2024

Posted on July 16, 2024

Figure: 30 TAC §290.47(c)(3) Boil Water Notice Rescinded July 16, 2024 On July 6th 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system,...

Notice 7/11/2024

Posted on July 12, 2024

PRESS RELEASE (07/11/2024): As a result of improvements in the City of Marlin's present water crisis, Mayor Byrd has announced a temporary modification to Stage 4 of the Water Conservation and Drought Plan. The temporary modification concerns laundromats and car washes. Effective today and until further notice, laundromats may operate; however, their hours of operation...

Notice for Community Public Water System 7/6/2024

Posted on July 10, 2024

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems July 6, 2024 Due to the low pressure in our distribution lines, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin , PWS0730002 public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc)....

PRESS RELEASE 7/5/2024 @ 1:22 pm

Posted on July 5, 2024

PRESS RELEASE Mayor Susan Byrd has called for immediate implementation of Stage 4 of our city's Emergency Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan. This will be in effect for the City of Marlin until further notice. This plan and all associated conservation measures are in place due to an unidentified leak within the...

Notice for public awareness 6/16/24

Posted on June 16, 2024

IMPORTANT: Our water plant staff has reported low water levels at our city's water towers. This has most likely been caused by a ruptured water main. City crews are currently working to locate the source, but your assistance is needed as well. Please promptly report any possible water leaks to the Marlin Police Department's dispatch...

Hobby Unit Boil Water Notice Rescinded 5/27/24

Posted on May 27, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded 5/27/2024/2024 On 5/25/2024, Due to no water and Low water pressure (under 20 PSI operating pressure) the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS 0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently...

Hobby Unit Boil Water Notice 5/25/2024

Posted on May 25, 2024

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems May 25, 2024 Due to the recent weather and low pressure in Hobby Prison Tower, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin , PWS0730002 public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face,...

Declaration of Disaster May 23,2024

Posted on May 23, 2024

Water Leak Notice

Posted on May 16, 2024

Due to a water main break on Coleman Street, outages and low pressure are being experienced throughout the City of Marlin water service area. Despite current and forecasted severe weather conditions, our Public Works employees are working hard to repair the break and restore water pressure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. (05/16/24)

Declaration of Disaster

Posted on May 13, 2024

Report Storm Damage

Posted on May 13, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded 4/24/24

Posted on April 24, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded April 24, 2024 On April 21, 2024, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS TX0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water...

Boil Water Notice 4/21/2024

Posted on April 21, 2024

Marlin Community Clean Up Day

Posted on April 5, 2024

Public Meeting April 2,2024 on TWDB CWSRF Project 73822

Posted on March 27, 2024

The City of Marlin, Falls County, Texas, is pursuing federal funding through the Texas Water Development Board’s (TWDB) Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) for the proposed Marlin Park Pond Project (TWDB Project No. 73822). A public meeting for the project is being held on April 2, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at 101 Fortune St,...

Mandatory Language for a Maximum Contaminant Level Violation MCL, LRAA/ TOTAL HALOACETIC ACIDS (HAA5)

Posted on March 26, 2024

Mandatory Language for a Maximum Contaminant Level Violation MCL, LRAA/ TOTAL HALOACETIC ACIDS (HAA5) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has notified the City of Marlin TX0730002 that the drinking water being supplied to customers had exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for haloacetic acids (group of five). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency...

TOWN HALL PRECINCT 3 MONDAY MARCH 18,2024

Posted on March 12, 2024

City Hall Internet Back Up

Posted on February 20, 2024

Internet is back up at city hall.

City Hall Internet

Posted on February 20, 2024

The City of Marlin is unable to accept calls and payments at this time due to an internet outage. We will post another update once it is restored.

TOWN HALL MEETING PRECINCT 5

Posted on January 31, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded 1/31/2024

Posted on January 31, 2024

Boil Water Notice Rescinded 1/31/2024 On 1/16/2024, Due to no water and Low water pressure (under 20 PSI operating pressure) the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS 0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently...

Mayor’s update January 25,2024

Posted on January 30, 2024

MAYOR’S UPDATE FOR SPECIAL MEETING OF MARLIN CITY COUNSEL JANUARY 25, 2024 Marlin Animal Shelter Update: Despite the tragic nature of the recent circumstances regarding the Marlin Animal Shelter, the events have provided the City of Marlin an opportunity to improve our policies and procedures with regard to the care and custody...

NOTICE OF RECENSION OF STAGE 4 WATER CONSERVATION Effective January 26,2024

Posted on January 26, 2024

Update 1/24/2024@ 2:42pm

Posted on January 24, 2024

As of 2:00 PM today (01/24/24), all known water leaks have been repaired by our Public Works staff. We are currently in the process of refilling our city's three (3) water towers. In order to speed up this process, we politely ask all citizens, visitors, and businesses to continue practicing water conservation. Stage 4 water...

NOTICE OF IMPLEMENTATION STAGE 4 WATER CONSERVATION 1/24/2024

Posted on January 24, 2024

Water Notice 1/24/2024

Posted on January 24, 2024

Notice 1/24/2024 The city is aware of several areas of town with low pressure. Right now, city crews are currently working on repairing several water leaks. Updates will be provided as information comes in.

NOTICE OF IMPLEMENTATION STAGE 4 WATER CONSERVATION Effective January 18,2024

Posted on January 18, 2024

City Water Update 1/18/2024

Posted on January 18, 2024

Water Update (Thurs 01/18): Marlin Citizens & Visitors: As of Thursday, January 18th, your Public Works staff is still repairing water leaks throughout the City of Marlin's water service area. Your City of Marlin Firefighters have continued their efforts to locate and report any/all water leaks. Because of the prolonged subfreezing temperatures, this will likely...

Mayor’s Press Release #3-Bottle Water Distribution

Posted on January 17, 2024

Mayor’s Press Release #2- Heaters/Fire Awareness

Posted on January 17, 2024

Mayor’s Press Release #1- Water Plant/ Boil Notice

Posted on January 17, 2024

Boil Water Notice 1.16.2024

Posted on January 16, 2024

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems 01/16/2024 Due to no water and Low Pressure (under 20 PSI operating pressure), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin, PWS 0730002, public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking,...

Water Update 1/1/2024

Posted on January 1, 2024

Water Plant Update (01/01/24): Earlier today, your City of Marlin Water Treatment Plant staff completed emergency repairs that enabled the water plant to resume production on a provisional basis. Efforts to locate and procure the valve and actuator, needed for long-term repairs, were unsuccessful due to manufacturers and vendors being closed for the New Year...

Notice to residents 12/31/2023

Posted on December 31, 2023

Please Note that the City of Marlin is in a Mandatory level 2 water restriction , citizens should restrict their water usage to an as needed basis. A skid at the water plant has broken and will need to be replaced. We are working diligently to make the necessary repairs and to obtain the required...

EAA Chapter 34 Young Eagles Rally 2023

Posted on October 19, 2023

Notice: Stage 1 Drought Contingency Plan Implementation

Posted on August 8, 2023

Water Leak Notice 6/30/2023

Posted on June 30, 2023

Water Leak Notice: Our crews are currently working a water leak near Watson Street. They will be shutting off water around that area. We apologize for any inconvenience and will update as soon as more information is available.

Public Notice 6/26/2023

Posted on June 26, 2023

Update: 5:37 Water leak has been repaired and no boil notice is required. Water should be turned back on shortly. Thank you all for your patience. Public Notice: Our crews are currently working on a major water leak on HWY 7. We have no estimated repair time as of now. Certain areas in town will...

Water Discoloration Update (06/13/23)

Posted on June 13, 2023

Water Discoloration Update (06/13/23) Our city's water staff continues to address the brown water issue. This is being accomplished through flushing and other TCEQ recommended and approved procedures. This is an issue that is affecting many communities throughout Central Texas. If you're experiencing brown water, please report it to our water office as soon as...

Public Service Announcement

Posted on June 5, 2023

June 5, 2023 Public Service Notice: The City is currently experiencing water discoloration throughout the city. Our Crews are currently flushing the lines and checking chlorine residuals. If you are currently experiencing problems with your water, please call and provide your address to the water office so our team can be notified. This is a...

Marlin Cuts Ribbon on New Apple-Sport Family & Sports Complex

Posted on May 4, 2023

https://marlintx.net/documents/marlin-cuts-ribbon-on-new-apple-sport-family-sports-complex/

Boil Water Rescinded Notice 5/2/2023

Posted on May 2, 2023

Figure: 30 TAC §290.47(c)(3) Boil Water Notice Rescinded 5/2/2023 On 4/27/2023, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Marlin public water system, PWS 0730002, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from...

Update Notice to the Citizens from the Mayor

Posted on April 27, 2023

Greetings Marlinites, All citizens should have water at this time. The Mesquite tower is filling slowly but surely, and all other towers are well above 20 psi, which is the threshold for alerts regarding water loss. The Hobby towers remained at full capacity during manual checks. Plant operators have concluded that due to...

Boil Water Notice April 27,2023

Posted on April 27, 2023

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems 4/27/2023 Due to Low Pressure (under 20 PSI operating pressure), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Marlin, PWS 0730002, public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors,...

Notice to the Citizens from the Mayor

Posted on April 27, 2023

Greetings Marlinites Around 1:30 a.m., the power went out at the water plant during the thunderstorm. They were able to restore power quickly. However, when the power restored, a 10" pipe blew. They were able to replace this pipe as well. They then noticed that the flow meter was "fried." Electricians have repaired this item...

April 21,2023 No Action Quorum

Posted on April 20, 2023

https://marlintx.net/documents/notice-of-possible-quorum-april-212023/

City Boards accepting applications.

Posted on April 19, 2023

https://marlintx.net/documents/application-for-city-of-marlin-boards/

Canceled Town Hall scheduled for April 20, 2023

Posted on April 19, 2023

https://marlintx.net/documents/no-action-quorum-april-20-2023/

Public Announcement- ESD Tax Cap 2023

Posted on April 17, 2023

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Reminder: Bulk/Brush Pickup 4-11-2023

Posted on April 11, 2023

Public Awareness Posting

Posted on April 5, 2023

Road Closure 4/5/2023-4/6/2023

Posted on April 4, 2023

Road Closure April 5, 2023-April 6, 2023 Beginning Wednesday morning through Thursday night Ward street will be closed starting at Anders street to Shady street.

NANOSTONE UPDATE

Posted on March 31, 2023

NANOSTONE UPDATE: On Wednesday, March 29, 2023, the City of Marlin was granted approval from TCEQ for the Nanostone filter replacement at the WTP with some conditions. More on this to come after we meet with engineers regarding the conditions of approval.

Visit to Austin March 17, 2023

Posted on March 20, 2023

Greetings Marlinites, On Friday, March 17, the Mayor and City Manager travelled to Austin to meet with a member of Governor Abbott’s Policy and Budgetary division regarding potential support for upgrading and improving our aging pipe system in Marlin. We presented our issues and concerns and provided a booklet that showcases the problems we are...

Celebrating The City of Marlin, Appreciation Day

Posted on March 17, 2023

Town Hall-March 7, 2023

Posted on March 3, 2023

Town Hall 3.7.2023

Update: 3/1/2023

Posted on March 1, 2023

Crews were not able to complete repairs to the leak on Hwy 7 but will resume in the morning. We have not heard that anyone is without water thus far. We pray no one is without tonight.

Update : 3/1/2023 4:45 pm

Posted on March 1, 2023

Once again, our 100 year old infrastructure is experiencing more surprises. Crews are currently working a major leak on Hwy 7 just outside the city limit in a field. This line is not on current maps and is unfamiliar to our crews. They are trying to locate valves to isolate this line so...

Water Update 1:33 3/1/2023

Posted on March 1, 2023

UPDATE THE PIPE HAS BEEN REPLACED AND WATER IS BACK ON.

Water Update 12:42pm 3/1/2023

Posted on March 1, 2023

UPDATE: We are waiting on the arrival of the pipe needed to replace the water main. We are also getting the heavy equipment needed to make this replacement. We have been in communication with Marlinite Mayor Jody Czajkoski from Conroe. We are forever grateful to him for any support he can provide. In addition, we...

Water Update 3/1/2023

Posted on March 1, 2023

Good morning, Our aged infrastructure continues to present challenges here in our community. The break that was temporarily repaired broke again. We are waiting on equipment that will help us dig deep enough to replace this water line. We are making a permanent replacement of this water line. The water has been turned off in...

Update nod power and water

Posted on March 1, 2023

Electricity has been restored at the water plant. The leak has been temporarily repaired for the night, and valves are back on. They will need to complete repairs tomorrow once parts arrive so they will be turning the water off again sometime during the day tomorrow. The intersection of Coleman and Oaks is closed until...

Notice: Downed Power Line 2/28/2023

Posted on February 28, 2023

UPDATE: There has been an accident on FM147. This accident has resulted in a downed power pole, which has cut power to our water plant. Oncor has given an estimate of 7:30 pm to have this pole repaired and running again. One of the leaks that our crews have been working on has been isolated,...

Important Notice: Water Main Break 2/28/2023

Posted on February 28, 2023

Water Main Break (02/28/23): City of Marlin Public Works personnel are working to repair a water main break in the 300 block of Coleman Street. This main break has been isolated to the downtown area. Some water customers may experience a reduction or loss of water pressure as a result. Currently, Public Works personnel are...