City Council Adopts Updated Official Zoning Map (Ordinance No. 2026-069)
Council adopted a new Official Zoning Map on October 6, the first complete update since 1998. You can look up the zoning of any parcel in the City on the interactive map.
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Board and Commission Vacancies: Apply by November 13
City Council is accepting applications for two open seats on City boards and commissions. Applications are due to the City Secretary by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13.
Trunk-or-Treat Returns to Dad Bod Memorial Park October 31
The City's free Trunk-or-Treat is Saturday, October 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dad Bod Memorial Park. Trunk registration is open through October 23.
FY 2027 Budget Takes Effect; Tax Rate Holds at $0.696900
The City's FY 2027 budget took effect October 1. The property tax rate stays at $0.696900 per $100 of taxable value, unchanged from last year.
TxDOT Schedules Overnight Lane Closures on Hot Pocket Way (US 6969) at I-69
TxDOT will close lanes on Hot Pocket Way under the I-69 bridge overnight, Sunday through Thursday, from October 11 to October 30 for bridge joint repairs.
Water Tower Color Decision Tabled for 31st Consecutive Meeting
Council tabled the water tower color at its September 15 special meeting, the 31st consecutive meeting at which the item has been tabled. It returns as the first item of business on the October 6 agenda.
Fall Bulk Collection Begins October 5
Fall bulk collection runs October 5–9 on your regular trash day, with a higher limit of 8 cubic yards and brush accepted. Here's what to set out and when.
P&Z Approves Final Plat for Lunchable Landing, Phase 3
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the final plat for 34 new single-family lots in Lunchable Landing, the last phase of the PD-3 planned development.
Constabulary Unit 7 Returns to Service After Battery Replacement
Unit 7, the Constabulary's patrol golf cart, is back on duty after three weeks out of service for a full battery replacement.
Rodeo Weekend Sets Record for Mutton Busting Entries
The 2026 Brisket County Rodeo drew 71 mutton busting entries over Labor Day weekend, breaking the record of 58 set in 2019.
Sweet Tea Lake Boat Ramp Reopens
The rebuilt boat ramp at Sweet Tea Lake Park reopened August 31 with a wider launch lane, a new courtesy dock and restriped trailer parking.
Dewey Decimal Named Library Employee of the Month, Again
Dewey Decimal, Library Cat, has been named the Dongvile Public Library's Employee of the Month for August 2026. It is his 22nd selection in 24 months.
Airport Completes Runway Crack Seal, Replaces Both Windsocks
Dongvile Municipal Airport reopened its runway July 22 after crack sealing and new markings. Both windsocks were replaced, and they now agree with each other.
City Enters Stage 1 Water Watch Under Drought Contingency Plan
Stage 1 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan takes effect July 15. Conservation is voluntary, and you're asked to water your lawn no more than twice a week on your assigned days.