On January 25, 2026, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the Central Heights Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX1740008) to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
Central Heights Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by Central Heights Utilities used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory test results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of January 28, 2026.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Jeremiah Poling, Deputy General Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.
If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call (512) 239-4691.
Date Available: February 16, 2026
Date Closed: Open until filled
Position Title: Communications Director
Position Classification: Full Time, Exempt
Employment Conditions:
Salary Range: $52,953.23 to $60,087.50 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)
Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, vision and dental insurance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, retirement, uniform and apparel programs. Successful passage of pre-employment background check and drug screen mandatory. ANRA is an equal opportunity employer.
General Duties:
ANRA is seeking a motivated individual to join our team in the role of Communications Director at our Central Office Facility in Lufkin, Texas. This is a management level position that reports to the General Manager. Ideal candidates will exhibit the ability to work with minimal supervision, possess organizational and communication skills, strong attention to detail and correctness, ability to multi-task, positive attitude, ability to work well with others, strong initiative, ability to meet deadlines, and willingness to accept additional responsibilities.
Primary Duties:
- Provide direct marketing and outreach support for ANRA’s ongoing operations, contract participants and program partners
- Coordinate and facilitate opportunities for employee development activities, education and training
- Seek outreach opportunities and events to promote ANRA and its mission. Events may include community festivals, partnerships with local organizations, and public events where ANRA presence would be beneficial
- Coordinate and organize on-the-water events, volunteer trainings, workshops, festivals, cleanups, paddle trips, hikes, and presentations in the community
- Assist with recruiting and coordinating volunteers for ANRA service projects and programs.
- Produce and distribute newsletters, and other regular communications with key stakeholders
- Contribute to developing, managing and promoting the ANRA website and social media
- Write, edit, and proofread feature stories, legislative updates, program highlights, and technical/education pieces
- Draft press releases, media advisories, and op-eds highlighting ANRA initiatives, water industry impacts, and policy issues
- Maintain media contact lists; pitch stories to local and state outlets as needed.
- Monitor engagement, respond to messages/comments, and track basic analytics to grow reach and improve performance
- Budget, schedule, and conduct other administrative and planning duties in relation to ANRA’s events, primarily the Neches River Rendezvous
- Identify and foster partnerships with local schools, neighborhood associations, civic groups, nonprofit and community organizations, local governments, and companies to help improve and expand ANRA’s community outreach efforts and programs
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of experience in a communications, marketing, or public affairs role—experience with water quality, natural resources, or rural advocacy is a strong plus
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop rapport with varying audiences and the general public
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Demonstrated experience managing organizational social media accounts and using scheduling/analytics tools
- Comfortable updating websites using a CMS (e.g., WordPress or similar platform)
- Basic graphic design/layout skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar) for social media graphics and simple print pieces
- Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple projects at once (publications, events, day-to-day content)
- Curiosity about water quality, conservation, rural communities, and Texas policy—and a willingness to learn the language of the water quality industry
To: Central Heights Utilities Customers (Public Water System ID # TX1740008)
Subject: BOIL WATER NOTIFICATION
Due to low water pressure caused by the winter storm interrupting electricity, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required the Central Heights Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX1740008) to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.
Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required the Central Heights Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX1740008) to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, Central Heights Utilities officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking or human consumption purposes. Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, Central Heights Utilities will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Jeremiah Poling, Deputy General Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.
If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call (512) 239-4691.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
ANRA crews have been notified about a water leak on CC Road. Customers on CC Road and the end of FM 1818 should expect low water pressure this afternoon as crews make this repair. We expect to be finished making the repair by 5:00 p.m.
We do not anticipate having to issue a Boil Water Notice. If you have any questions, please contact us at 936-632-7795. Thank you!
The following customer notice is required by the TCEQ as a result of the non-compliances associated with Disinfection Byproducts Monitoring. This customer notice has also been mailed directly to every active water customer of the utility.
TTHM-Mandatory-Language-2025-12-26Monday, December 22, 2025
12:45 p.m.
ANRA field operations staff are conducting a major leak repair on Lancewood Circle. Woodlawn Utilities customers may experience periods of low pressure while the repair is being made.
Because of the size of the leak, it is possible that we will have to shut off the water to part of the system this afternoon while the repair is being made.
We will keep you posted. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and patience.
On Oct 03, 2025, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the Prairie Grove Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX0030027) to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
Prairie Grove Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by Prairie Grove Utilities used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory test results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of Oct 07, 2025.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Jeremiah Poling, Deputy General Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.
If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call (512) 239-4691.
On Oct 3, 2025, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the Central Heights Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX1740008) to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
Central Heights Utilities has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by Central Heights Utilities used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory test results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of Oct 7, 2025.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Jeremiah Poling, Deputy General Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.
If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call (512) 239-4691.
BWN-Rescinded-to-CHU-Customers-2025-10-07WATER LEAK & BOIL WATER ADVISORY
Friday, October 3
7:00 p.m.
Attention Central Heights Utilities:
Due to a contractor hitting one of our water lines, there is a major active water leak. ANRA crews are en route to make the repair. The affected area is FM 698 from Highway 259 West to the end of the system. Customers within the affected area should expect a water outage for the next few hours and then a Boil Water Advisory will be in place once service is restored.
We apologize for this inconvenience. Please see the notice below.
Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required the Central Heights Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX1740008) to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, Central Heights Utilities officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking or human consumption purposes. Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, Central Heights Utilities will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Jeremiah Poling, Deputy General Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.
If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call (512) 239-4691.
WATER LEAK UPDATE & BOIL WATER NOTICE ISSUED
7:00 p.m.
Attention Prairie Grove Customers:
Unfortunately, out of an abundance of caution, we are going to have to issue a Boil Water Notice throughout the weekend. We anticipate the repairs to be completed soon and you should start seeing water pressure resume.
Please see the official notice below.
Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required the Prairie Grove Utilities public water system (PWS ID Number TX0030027) to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, Prairie Grove Utilities officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking or human consumption purposes. Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, Prairie Grove Utilities will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Mr. Jeremiah Poling, Deputy General Manager, Angelina & Neches River Authority at (936) 632-7795 or (800) 282-5634.
If you wish to contact TCEQ, you may call (512) 239-4691.
