Bonham Now

This week we discuss the drainage and runoff network for the city, studies performed, fees passed and where do we go from here.

These week we reveiw current status of lake, courthouse, and other headlines. Provide further details regarding propsed drainage utility fees.

Ongoing discussion +65 property tax freeze. Introduction and infomraiton on Getting Ahead program. Interview with Cindy Godbey. TCOG - https://www.tcog.com/energy-services/family-assistance/ (scroll down the page to find Getting Ahead) Direct link to application - https://www.tcog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Getting-Ahead-Program-Application.pdf

This week I share information from the October 12th city council meeting. Topics discussed during that meeting were ongoing conversation about property tax freeze for individuals above 65, and frustrated neighbors surrounding a restaurant/bar. Final topic is discussion about the ongoing discussions regarding a flag painted on a school parking space. Why are we creating a villan out of this situation?

Episode 5: This week we discuss the local elections, community involvement in elections and freezing city tax liability for individuals above 65

This week Bonham Now provides update and further informatio on the courthouse project, information on the new solar farm construction project, and information on this weeks city council project.

This week we discuss the courthouse project, timeline, and budget. Is the courthouse a prereqiuste to retail and restaurant development in Bonham?

This week will be discussing the two lakes being built in Fannin County. What type of benefits and decisions will we face in the near future. Water Treatment facilities and agreements for Bonham. Splash Pad at Powder Creek Park opened this week. Special thanks for Councilman Rodriguez and all of the companies who donated their services on seeing this project through to completion.

Episode 1 addresses water and infrastructure. Water rates - how are they billed? What items are being discussed at city hall regarding water fee's? Should Bonham update or upgrade our infrastructure and what are the options to pay for it?

A quick conversation and introduction to the do's and don'ts of Bonham Now. Lets keep the conversation and debate informed and intelligent. In the spirit of starting school this week, I have assigned some homework as well. Please take some time to download and read the Bonham Vision 2017-2025 document.