August 28, 2026: Public Notices & Classifieds

Budgets, Tax Rates and Budget Hearings
Marfa ISD
City of Presidio

Hearings
Bids / RFPs
Legal Notices
Classifieds / Help Wanted

Budgets, Tax Rates and Budget Hearings

Marfa ISD

City of Presidio

Hearings

(none at this time)

Bids / RFPs

NOTICE OF REQUESTS FOR SEALED BIDS TO PURCHASE COUNTY PROPERTY – RFP2026-01

Presidio County is accepting sealed bids until 9:30 A.M. on September 9, 2026, for the purchase of a 5.00-acre tract of unimproved property out of Section 271, Block 8, GH & SA RR Co. Survey, Abstract 7354, Presidio County, Texas. A detailed property legal description and a detailed description of the procedure by which sealed bids may be submitted is available in the RFP2026-01 Packet, which can be obtained at the Presidio County Attorney’s office located at 300 N. Highland Avenue – 2^nd Floor, Marfa, TX 79843, or by email at countyattorney@co.presidio.tx.us.

Sealed bids are to be addressed to the Presidio County Attorney, with “RFP2026-01” clearly marked on the outside of the envelope or package, and must be received by the Presidio County Attorney, either in person, by email to countyattorney@co.presidio.tx.us, or by USPS certified mail to P.O BOX M, Marfa, TX 79843, before 9:30 A.M. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Bids received after that time will not be considered. Presidio County reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Blair Park, County Attorney Presidio County, Texas

Legal Notices

PUBLIC NOTICE: Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing
business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to modify
antennas on an existing 128-foot tall overall monopole
telecommunications structure at approximate overall heights of 123 and
125 feet above ground level. The Site location is near the 202 S. Julian
Street, Presidio, Presidio County, Texas (29° 33′ 36.7″ N, 104° 22′ 34.1″
W).
HISTORIC PROPERTIES EFFECTS ‐ Public comments regarding
potential effects on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days
from the date of this publication to: to Environmental Corporation of
America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court,
Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa.com.
Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 667-2040 x 108 during normal
business hours. 26-002119. MLJ

PROPERTY TRUTH IN TAXATION

NOTICE OF ESTIMATED TAXES AND TAX RATE ADOPTION INFORMATION

Visit Texas.gov/propertytaxes to find a link to your local property tax database on which you can easily access information regarding your property taxes, including information regarding the amount of taxes that each entity that taxes your property will impose if the entity adopts its proposed tax rate. Your local property tax database will be updated regularly during August and September as local elected officials propose and adopt the property tax rates that will determine how much you pay in property taxes.

You may also access the Presidio CAD site directly using the following link: https://presidio.countytaxrates.com/tax

Property owners have the right to request the information from the assessor of each taxing unit for their property. You may request their contact information from your local Tax Assessor-Collector listed below.

Presidio County Tax Assessor Collector

Nancy Arevalo
300 N Highland St
Marfa, Texas 79843

Classifieds / Help Wanted

The City of Marfa Planning & Zoning Commission is seeking new members. Please submit a letter of interest in one of three ways: email t stephen.rabourn@gmail.com, deliver a hard copy to Marfa City Hall, 113 S Highland Avenue, or mail to City of Marfa c/o P&Z, PO Box 787, Marfa, TX 79843. Letters will be accepted until September 11, 2026.

The City of Marfa Board of Adjustment is seeking new members.
Please submit a letter of interest in one of three ways: email to permits@cityofmarfa.com, deliver a hard copy to Marfa City Hall, 113 S Highland Avenue, or mail to City of Marfa c/o B of A, PO Box 787, Marfa, TX 79843. Letters will be accepted until September 11, 2026.

TO GIVE AWAY: FREE GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES

To Forever Homes due to relocating: 1 Male, 1 Female, Preferably email me first at: stephaniechristensen59@gmail.com before Text (352) 533-2411.

Job Advertisement: City Administrator

Municipality: City of Presidio, Texas
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: Competitive / Dependent on Qualifications (DOQ)
Closing Date: Open Until October 30, 2026

Position Summary

The City is seeking a visionary, strategic, and highly qualified professional to serve as its next City Administrator. Operating under the statutory guidelines of a Texas General Law Type-A Municipality (Texas Local Government Code Chapter 22), the City Administrator serves as the chief administrative officer of the city. This position is responsible for directing, coordinating, and managing the daily operations of all municipal departments, executing policies established by the Mayor and City Council, and ensuring the sound financial and administrative health of the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Oversight: Direct the daily operations of all city departments, including administration, finance, public works, utilities, public safety, and community services.
Council-Staff Relations: Act as the primary liaison between the Mayor, City Council, and municipal staff; prepare comprehensive agenda materials, policy briefs, and administrative reports.
Fiscal Management: Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of the municipal budget; ensure strict compliance with Texas municipal audit and financial disclosure laws.
Grants & Intergovernmental Relations: Supervise the administration of state and federal grants; maintain active partnerships with county, state, and federal agencies.
Personnel Leadership: Appoint, manage, evaluate, and discipline municipal personnel in strict accordance with the City’s Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Public Relations: Represent the municipality professionally in public forums, media inquiries, and community engagement initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree (MPA/MBA) is highly preferred.
Experience: Experience preferred but not required; progressive municipal management experience, ideally as a City Administrator, Assistant City Administrator, or department head.
Statutory Knowledge: Thorough operational knowledge of the Texas Local Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act, Public Information Act (PIA) requests, and municipal budgeting processes.
Language Skills: Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish) is highly encouraged and preferred to effectively serve our diverse community.
Licenses: Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License (or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire) and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Key Core Competencies

Demonstrated expertise in human resource management, staff development, and maintaining high workforce morale.
Strong background in infrastructure management, including public water/sewer utilities and public works projects.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills; capability to draft formal municipal correspondence, grant proposals, and public notices.
Uncompromising ethical standards, emotional intelligence, and professional transparency.

The City offers a competitive benefits package including: