Brownsville PUB CEO Says Diversification Key to Water Future
· Texas Border Business
Marilyn Gilbert, CEO of the Brownsville Public Utilities Board, emphasized the need for diversifying the water supply in the Rio Grande Valley due to drought and aging infrastructure. Speaking at the RGV Connect Water Forum, she highlighted Brownsville's unique position as the last U.S. entity drawing water from the Rio Grande before Matamoros. Gilbert outlined strategies including brackish groundwater desalination and reservoir expansion, with a $40 million state grant for the Banco Morales project. She warned against complacency during temporary rainfall relief and stressed the importance of collaboration among regional entities to address water challenges effectively.
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