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Council warns MUD growth and pending state bills could limit Josephine’s control over development
Summary
City staff and council said nearby MUD growth and pending Texas bills could limit Josephine’s control over development and urged caution about releasing ETJ or CCN authority.
Council and staff devoted a large portion of a Josephine work session to municipal utility district (MUD) growth around the city and to several Texas legislative proposals council members said could affect local authority.
Staff summarized that there are about 15 existing or proposed MUDs in the area around Josephine, including a Hunt County MUD (referred to by staff as MUD 3) that has indicated plans for roughly 6,600 homes; Riverfield, Wildflower, Magnolia, and Golden Barn were among developments discussed. Staff said the city faces pressure from large outside developments that may seek water service, CCN (Certificate of Convenience and Necessity) modifications, or changes in ETJ (extra‑territorial jurisdiction) boundaries.
On legislative matters, staff and…
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