Marshall Daily: Water Upgrades, CDBG Hearing, Election Filing

Marshall residents are waking up this weekend to word of a major, long-term investment in the city’s basic infrastructure, along with a pair of important civic deadlines coming up this month.

$56 million plan to modernize aging water system

City leaders have outlined a six-year, $56 million program to upgrade Marshall’s water and wastewater system. Much of the current system dates back to the 1950s, with only limited improvements added in the 1970s, and many components are nearing the end of their useful life.

The project will focus on replacing pumps, valves and key electrical equipment to improve reliability and water quality. Officials say the work is aimed at staying ahead of failures that could be far more disruptive and expensive if left unaddressed.

To pay for the upgrades, the average residential customer using about 4,000 gallons a month can expect an increase of roughly seven to eight dollars on their monthly bill. The city has launched an “Every Drop Counts” initiative so residents can track progress and see where dollars are being spent over the coming years.

CDBG hearing set for Monday

The city will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 9, at 11 a.m. at the Marshall Convention Center to gather community input for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.

Each year, these federal dollars are targeted to housing, neighborhood improvements and services that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Nonprofit groups and housing rehabilitation programs interested in applying for 2026 funding have until Wednesday, February 18, at 3 p.m. to submit their applications.

Council election filing window closing

Looking ahead to the spring ballot, Marshall’s next general election is scheduled for Saturday, May 2. Voters will choose representatives for City Council Districts 5, 6 and 7.

The filing period for candidates is already under way and closes on Friday, February 13. Applications must be filed with the City Secretary’s Office. Early voting will run in late April at the Harrison County Elections Office, with both regular business hours and extended hours on select days.

Together, these updates mean a busy month for local government, and residents have multiple opportunities to weigh in on how Marshall grows and invests in the years ahead.

Sources

• https://www.ksla.com/2026/02/06/marshall-announces-56-million-water-system-upgrade/
• https://www.marshalltexas.net/366/Community-Development-Block-Grant
• https://www.marshalltexas.net/636/Election-Information