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August 7, 2023
City issues public declaration of health emergency
By Jessica Nohealapa’ahi
The Bandera Prophet
Bandera Mayor Rebeca Gibson issued a public declaration of health emergency, restricting access to the river at Bandera City Park, until further notice.
According to the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District, the ecoli bacteria levels at Bandera City Park was 1,414 MPN, which exceeds the TCEQ threshold of 399 MPN.
See the report at https://www.banderaprophet.com/230720bcragdwatersampleresults.html
“No primary contact recreation should take place if the number of E. coli exceeds 399 most probably number (MPN) per 100 mL of water,” the BCRAGD notice states.
The extreme drought and lack of rain have stopped the water flow, making it stagnant.
Gibson said entry into City Park by foot or bike was permitted.
“Please be advised that this hazard is not limited by the boundaries of our park per nature. We look forward to moving beyond these circumstances in the future and sharing the enjoyment of our shared love, the Medina River, when conditions are once again safe,” Gibson stated Saturday in an online post.
Bandera City Council members are expected to review the matter during their next regular meeting, which will be tomorrow, Aug. 8, at 6 p.m.
According to the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District, the ecoli bacteria levels at Bandera City Park was 1,414 MPN, which exceeds the TCEQ threshold of 399 MPN.
See the report at https://www.banderaprophet.com/230720bcragdwatersampleresults.html
“No primary contact recreation should take place if the number of E. coli exceeds 399 most probably number (MPN) per 100 mL of water,” the BCRAGD notice states.
The extreme drought and lack of rain have stopped the water flow, making it stagnant.
Gibson said entry into City Park by foot or bike was permitted.
“Please be advised that this hazard is not limited by the boundaries of our park per nature. We look forward to moving beyond these circumstances in the future and sharing the enjoyment of our shared love, the Medina River, when conditions are once again safe,” Gibson stated Saturday in an online post.
Bandera City Council members are expected to review the matter during their next regular meeting, which will be tomorrow, Aug. 8, at 6 p.m.