Dimmit County court extends disaster declaration as water system remains out of service

Jul 22, 2026

The Dimmit County Commissioners Court voted to extend a local disaster declaration and to exempt disaster-related purchases from competitive bidding while emergency crews work to restore an inoperable public water system that officials said affects more than 5,000 residents.

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The Dimmit County Commissioners Court voted to continue a local disaster declaration tied to flooding and a failed public water system, the court announced at a brief meeting that included roll call and the pledges of allegiance.

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