News Releases
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) awarded 10 local high school seniors $2,000 scholarships through its Project SHARE Program for their upcoming studies at accredited higher education institutions this fall. The Project SHARE Program, initiated in 1985 to assist families with utility bills, has provided financial aid for students living in BPUB-serviced homes since 2005.…
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces a temporary lane closure as part of the utility’s ongoing commitment to infrastructure improvement. The lane closure will affect Stagecoach Trail, between Queens Woods and Dennet Road, on Wednesday, June 4, starting at 9 a.m. This closure is necessary as a BPUB crew will be installing a new…
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces two temporary road closures as part of the utility’s ongoing commitment to infrastructure improvement. The first road closure will be impacting South Central Avenue between Boca Chica Boulevard and San Antonio Road on Tuesday, May 6, starting at 8 p.m. A portion of the right lane of Boca Chica…
BROWNSVILLE, TX – The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) mobilized a team to provide critical support following a major storm that caused significant damage to the City of Combes. The request was channeled through the Cameron County Office of Emergency Management and the City of Brownsville’s Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security. The Historic…
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is proud to announce the launch of its Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Smart Meter Program, a transformative initiative that will enhance utility services for its customers by providing real-time data, improved efficiency, and greater convenience. Starting April 7, 2025, BPUB is set to upgrade traditional electric and water meters…
Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) Assistant General Manager & Chief Operating Officer (COO) Mark Dombroski testified on March 24, before the Senate Subcommittee on Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs. During the hearing, Dombroski provided valuable insights on the challenges and opportunities related to water and utility infrastructure in South Texas. As a leading expert in…
BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS – As a strong cold front is forecast to hit the Rio Grande Valley early Wednesday, the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is preparing in anticipation of the demands this weather could have on the city’s infrastructure. Some of the preparations that BPUB crews are conducting include: • Ensuring all vehicles and equipment…
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is now accepting applications for its annual Project SHARE Scholarship, starting today, Feb. 7, 2025. BPUB will award $2,000 each to 10 deserving students to support their pursuit of higher education. As part of BPUB’s ongoing commitment to giving back to the community, the scholarship is designed to…
BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS – The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) received notice that two of its grant applications are being considered for funding by the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation). The first project, “Well Reconstruction, New Well Construction, and Facility Improvements at the Southmost Regional Water Authority (SRWA) Brackish Groundwater Treatment Facility,” could receive $5 million in…
BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS – As a strong cold front is forecast to hit the Rio Grande Valley late Monday, the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is preparing in anticipation of the demands this weather could have on the city’s infrastructure. Some of the preparations that BPUB crews are conducting include: Ensuring all vehicles and equipment are…