Public Notices

N. McNeill Street Safety Closure

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Starting Monday (9/21) the Town will close N. McNeill Street at the intersection of Barrett Street and N. McNeill Street to address ongoing traffic safety concerns.

Tagged as:  , Temporary Service Disruptions or Facility Closures

Notice of Temporary Water Outage - Summitt Street Area

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On Monday, September 14, 2026, the Town of Carthage will install a temporary water line in the Summitt Street area. This work is necessary to reroute the water main while repairs are completed near the roadway washout.

Needmore Area Rezoning Request

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The Board will consider a Rezoning request from RA-40 (Residential Agriculture District) to R-10 (Residential) for PARID: 00990242; Petitioner: Formyduval Homes, LLC. This parcel is approximately 170.13 acres split up by Needmore Road.

Appearance Committee Meeting Time Changed

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The Appearance Committee's regular meeting scheduled to take place on August 10, 2026, will be held at 5:00 p.m. instead of 5:30 p.m. at the McDonald Building located at 207 McReynolds Street. Committee meetings are open to the public.

Tagged as:  , Public Input Opportunities

Termination of Water Shortage / Use Restrictions

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Due to sufficient rainfall to refill our water reserves, the Town has issued a Declaration of Termination of all water restrictions. Citizens are encouraged to remain diligent in helping us maintain a healthy water supply by checking for leaks, making sure faucets are turned off completely, and limiting water use whenever possible. Thank you for your cooperation and efforts at conservation.

Utility Capacity Reservation Policy Now in Effect

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The Town of Carthage has implemented its Utility Capacity Reservation Policy in accordance with Section 51.007 of the Town Code. This policy becomes effective when the Town's water and wastewater systems reach 75% of their available capacity and establishes procedures for reserving and allocating remaining utility capacity.

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Water Shortage Alert Issued

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Effective Monday, July 6th, all Class 3 (Non-Essential) Water Uses are prohibited under the Town's Water Shortage Conservation Ordinance. This includes watering lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, parks, and other recreational areas, as well as the operation of ornamental fountains and similar features. Certain exemptions apply.

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Summitt Street Town Hall / Input Meeting

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The Carthage Board of Commissioners invites you to attend a Town Hall–style public input session regarding storm related damage to Summit Street resulting from the tropical storm in July 2025.

UDO Update for Setting a Public Hearing

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The Board will consider a request made by Town Planning and Administrative staff to update the Unified Development Ordinance Section 100.44 to allow Planning and/or Administrative Staff to set Public Hearings without a formal resolution.