The Ennis City Commission has approved a $2 million budget amendment to buy and install emergency generators at the city’s Water Treatment Plant — a move required under state law.
Waxahachie residents will see a small increase on their water bills starting next month.
Residents in Ferris, Palmer, and Bristol have been spotting brown water flowing from their taps — and while it looks alarming, city officials say it’s safe to use.
Some Waxahachie neighborhoods may notice their tap water looking a little off-color or carrying an unusual odor this week. According to the City of Waxahachie, the changes are caused by natural shifts in the city’s water source and extra mineral deposits — not a safety concern.