Summary
The city is exploring secondary water sources through agreements like Legacy Water Corporation and pursuing a Webb County Groundwater Conservation District to gain representation on GMA 13 and protect future water availability.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Involves multi-million dollar water infrastructure and potential future pipeline and treatment costs.
Laredo residents and commercial entities requiring a secure, long-term water supply.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (16)
Laredo studies wastewater reuse to ease strain on Rio Grande
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo gets all of its drinking water from the Rio Grande. As growth strains that single source, a new study will explore whether treated wastewater could become another one.The Rio Grande...
City Council — October 5, 2026
The city is exploring secondary water sources through agreements like Legacy Water Corporation and pursuing a Webb County Groundwater Conservation District to gain representation on GMA 13 and protect future water availability.
Laredo leaders consider moving up water recycling projects to combat drought
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Severe drought is prompting Laredo leaders to look into speeding up water reclamation strategies nearly a decade ahead of schedule.Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino presented the proposal to the La...
‘We need zero forever’: City of Laredo addresses ongoing water issues, response
Brushing your teeth, taking a shower, or washing your hair. Simple, everyday things—until the water doesn't come out. When turning on the faucet becomes a game of chance, it's a problem that gets harder to ignore.
North Laredo water concerns to take focus at upcoming town hall
North Laredo water concerns to take focus at upcoming town hall lmtonline.com
Laredo water report flags byproducts; city says results were anomaly
Pictured is the Jefferson Water Treatment Plant in Laredo, Texas at 2519 Jefferson St.Courtesy/Laredo Utilities DepartmentLaredo's drinking water remained within federal safety limits in the latest data analyze...
Laredo water report flags byproducts; city says results were anomaly
Laredo water report flags byproducts; city says results were anomaly lmtonline.com
Laredo water remains safe despite earthy taste and smell, city says
Laredo water remains safe despite earthy taste and smell, city says KGNS
City Council — August 20, 2026
Residents have expressed concerns about water taste and odor, which the city attributes to naturally occurring algae. The city is investing in major infrastructure projects to improve water reliability.
Laredo moves toward new water source in Carrizo Sand Aquifer
Laredo moves toward new water source in Carrizo Sand Aquifer Laredo Morning Times
Laredo lifts boil water notice after additional tests clear system
Laredo lifts boil water notice after additional tests clear system Laredo Morning Times
City of Laredo to Provide Additional Bottled Water Distribution this Sunday for Residents Impacted by Precautionary Boil Water Notice
City of Laredo to Provide Additional Bottled Water Distribution this Sunday for Residents Impacted by Precautionary Boil Water Notice City of Laredo, TX
City of Laredo distributes free water amid partial boil notice
City of Laredo distributes free water amid partial boil notice KGNS
Laredo concludes chlorine conversion process, officials say water safe
Laredo concludes chlorine conversion process, officials say water safe Laredo Morning Times
City of Laredo Issues a Citywide Boil Water Notice
City of Laredo Issues a Citywide Boil Water Notice City of Laredo, TX
What's in Your Drinking Water?
What's in Your Drinking Water? Environmental Working Group
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