Williamson County Commissioners Court approved a contract with engineering firm Freese and Nichols on Oct. 20 to develop a regional water infrastructure plan addressing the county's growing water needs, treatment, and distribution options.
County officials said the study could help reduce the tax burden for county residents by securing state and federal funding for water projects and helping water providers save money on costs.
Consulting contract for regional water infrastructure plan$498,70012Who pays or receives it: Williamson County
Who's involved
Williamson County Commissioners Courtapproved the contract
Steven SnellCounty Judge
Valerie CoveyPrecinct 3 Commissioner
Freese and Nicholsengineering consulting firm awarded the contract
Brazos River Authoritypartner in regional water discussions
The facts
Freese and Nichols contract is anticipated to be completed in a year.2
County established a regional water coalition with city and water provider representatives in November 2025.2
The study will examine current and future water sources, treatment and distribution options.2
Williamson County is not a water purveyor but is coordinating water procurement among cities and utilities.2
Who said what
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Steven Snell, County Judge This is one giant step to help secure the water of Williamson County and identify new water sources for growth.12
Steven Snell Water utility bills are rising and the effort aims to save money on costs through partnerships.12
John Foster, Criminal Investigations Division Commander Partnership will bring fresh perspective to cold cases, identify new leads and overlooked evidence.1
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