Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Celina public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
17 issues with critical priority
Downtown Square Redevelopment
The city is partnering with Nack Development to turn a downtown parking lot into a $15 million mixed-use project with restaurants, retail, residences, and parking.
Economic Development Staffing and Strategy
The commission is mapping out its economic strategy and priorities for the next fiscal year to support local businesses and downtown growth.
Frontier Parkway (Parvin Road) Eminent Domain
The city is moving forward with right-of-way acquisitions and potential condemnation proceedings to construct and maintain public roadways and drainage along Parvin Road.
City Budget Adjustments
The city adopted its annual operating budget and an ad valorem tax rate of $0.571677 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2026-2027, maintaining a rate equal to the no-new-revenue and voter-approval rates while funding 49 new personnel positions.
Water Conservation Restrictions and Compliance Enforcement
Celina continues to grapple with high water demand during dry summer months, resulting in widespread water warnings, repeat violations, and municipal court citations for residents exceeding irrigation allocations under stage restrictions.
Water Conservation and Capacity
City leaders are reviewing potential xeriscape regulations and landscape standard changes to curb outdoor water waste as Celina grows.
Downtown Wayfinding Signage
Celina is dropping a massive $90 million to revamp its downtown area. This huge investment aims to modernize the city center and keep pace with its rapid population growth.
Fire Station #2 Replacement and Public Safety Expansion
The city approved a $1.15 million design contract for a new Fire Station #2 to accommodate growing emergency service demands along the tollway corridor and transition to a four-person staffing model.
Preston Club Senior Living
Celina's booming growth is bringing more luxury apartments to town. This new development adds to the city's reputation as a fast-growing area, potentially changing the housing landscape.
Planned Development Zoning for Storage Facility
Celina is getting a new luxury apartment complex. This could change the local housing scene and potentially attract new residents to the city.
Business Infrastructure and Utility Reliability
Celina's getting a massive upgrade with the Dallas North Tollway expansion! This means a huge boom for North Texas, bringing more people and businesses to the area. Get ready for some serious growth!
Target Business Sectors
Celina is planning for its future with a new economic development strategy. This plan aims to manage the city's rapid growth and ensure continued opportunities for residents and businesses.
Walmart Supercenter Economic Development Agreement
The economic development corporation is shifting the final $1.25 million infrastructure payment obligation for the Costco development to the City of Celina to streamline public commitments.
Infrastructure Investment (Water, Wastewater, Public Safety)
Celina is investing over $70 million to expand its downtown wastewater treatment capacity from 1 million to 3 million gallons per day.
Fire Department Four-Person Staffing Transition
The Fire Department is restructuring operations to implement four-person staffing on fire engines, enhancing response safety and speed for fires and cardiac arrests. This is achieved by delaying the opening of a fire station engine and relocating an ambulance.
Master Thoroughfare Plan Amendment
Get ready for some traffic headaches, Celina! The city's starting its annual road work on South Kentucky Drive, so plan for delays. It's all part of keeping our streets in good shape.
Celina's Growth and Market Position
Celina is booming, officially named the fastest-growing city in the US! Get ready for changes that could affect your daily drive, the services you use, and potentially your wallet.