Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cooke County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in general with high priority
Charter Amendment
Gainesville voters are heading to the polls this November to vote on 16 major tweaks to the city charter after a year-long review. If you live and vote in the city, your ballot will include these big updates that change how local government operates.
Pre-Trial Diversion Funding
An inmate recently died at the Cooke County Jail, sparking a serious investigation into how the facility is being run. It’s a major red flag that suggests our local safety protocols might be failing.
Justice of the Peace Caseloads
Andrea Townsend is officially our new County Court at Law judge. This shake-up at the courthouse could change how local legal cases are processed and managed from here on out.