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Many complex issues surround Denton County’s future water supply and the related planning that must be undertaken by local and regional entities to ensure that a supply of affordable and high-quality water is available now and in the future. Consideration must be given to need, quality, cost, and safety among other issues. It is the duty of all of the State agencies, regional water districts, and local entities involved to act in the best interest of the residents and businesses of Denton County and secure a plentiful and cost-effective water supply.

The Upper Trinity Regional Water District

The Upper Trinity Regional Water District (UTRWD) serves more than 30 cities, towns, and communities throughout Denton County. Representatives from several of these communities have begun to question if their water supply truly is being managed appropriately and if the UTRWD is growing and acting in the best interest of the cities and residents it is charged with serving.

The Upper Trinity Regional Water District generally meets at 12:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at 900 North Kealy in Lewisville. Please call 972.219.1228 to confirm the date and time prior to attending the meeting.

High Water Rates

Many Denton County residents and elected officials are beginning to ask why their water rates are so high. Is the UTRWD over-building its system at the expense of water rate-payers? Why is the UTRWD assuming so much debt and how will it affect future water rates? Why does the UTRWD Board of Directors not take a more active role in District planning and policy implementation? Is the District being mismanaged because of irresponsible business and management decisions?

Make A Difference

It is ultimately the current and future residents and businesses of Denton County that will pay for the decisions that the UTRWD is making today. You are encouraged to study all of the available information, attend the UTRWD board meetings, and contact your UTRWD Board Representative, City/Town Council Members, Denton County Commissioners, and State Representatives to voice your opinion about your water supply, water rates, and water district.

Independent Management Study
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requires a management audit to be performed every 5 years for 20 water districts and river authorities including:

The concerned members for accountability believe that an independent management study of the Upper Trinity Regional Water District would benefit the residents and businesses of Denton County by insuring the district is operating in the best interest of those it is charged with serving.