Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Celina public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues with high priority
Library Board Leadership
The Library Board will receive governance and procedural training from the City Secretary's Office alongside routine monthly updates from library staff and the Friends of the Library.
FY 2026 Public Art Annual Plan
The board discussed next steps and ongoing priorities for executing the FY 2026 Public Art Annual Plan across city facilities.
Willock Master Plan
The city is moving forward with a flexible master plan for the 32-acre Willick site near downtown, featuring a boutique hotel, event center, restaurants, and preserved creek corridors along Doe Branch Creek.
Community Events and Promotion
Subcommittees are gearing up for a busy slate of fall and winter events, including festivals, holiday carriage rides, and marketing campaigns.
Spring Beautification Projects
The city is moving forward with a revised plan to replace dead trees along Preston Road and upgrade to smart irrigation controllers to conserve water. The project reduces tree removal numbers by about 32% and aims to improve safety and corridor aesthetics.
Volunteer Appreciation Banquet Planning
The board coordinated upcoming volunteer events like the Volunteer Fair and Life Connected Service Day to boost resident participation in keeping Celina clean and green.
Celina Stone Tract Development Agreement
Forty acres at FM 455 and J Fred Smith Parkway are set up for future commercial, light industrial, and self-storage development.
Cordoba Estates Development Agreement
A 98-acre estate residential project will bring 66 large-lot homes into the city and straighten out a dangerous roadway jog on Custer Road.
Hazard Mitigation Planning
Celina's got a brand new police headquarters! This upgrade means our officers will have better tools to do their jobs, aiming to make our city a safer place for everyone.
Dallas North Tollway Overlay District Development Strategy
City leaders are planning how to guide commercial and high-density development along the Dallas North Tollway corridor. The study helps officials decide where to encourage offices, retail, and industrial spaces to support Celina's rapid growth.