Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Ellis County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
13 issues with medium priority
Local Provider Participation Program Hospital Rate Setting
The county set the annual mandatory payment rate for local hospitals at 6%, allowing facilities to draw down federal matching funds to support indigent healthcare at no cost to county taxpayers.
County Facilities Director Appointment
The county filled a two-and-a-half-month vacancy in the facilities director position by hiring Dustin Haynes, effective October 5.
Skyline Acres Traffic Safety
The county is moving forward with adding stop signs and adjusting traffic controls in the 1950s Skyline Acres subdivision near Midlothian to address rising accident rates and increased commercial traffic.
Springside Estates Phase II Infrastructure Bonding
Developers are swapping out nearly $960,000 in maintenance bonds for a $15,000 cash deposit while they finish up remaining subdivision infrastructure items over the next few weeks.
Prairielands Groundwater Conservation District 2024 Report
Prairielands GCD presented its annual report, noting steady well registrations in Ellis County, groundwater usage trends, and new rainwater harvesting grant programs.
Electricity Procurement
The county is joining a power pool to get better electricity rates for its buildings starting in 2026.
State-to-County Personnel Transfer Policy
Commissioners set a firm rule that state employees moving to county jobs won't carry over vacation time, keeping the budget protected from unexpected payouts.
Emergency Management
Severe storms just tore through Ellis County, causing tragic damage and loss of life. Stay alert for road closures and check in on official recovery resources as the community starts to clean up.
Population Growth
Ellis County is exploding in size, and it’s starting to show in our gridlocked commutes and packed classrooms. Expect your neighborhood to look a lot different soon as the city scrambles to keep up with the influx of new residents.
Public Health Initiative
Methodist Health just finished vaccinating a huge group of our local first responders. It’s a big win for keeping our emergency crews healthy so they can actually show up when we need them.
Civil Rights Protest
Waxahachie residents are hitting the streets to call out racial inequality and demand that city leaders finally address long-standing community divisions. It’s a clear signal that the status quo isn't cutting it anymore and the city needs to have some tough conversations about equity.
Waste Management
Need to clear out your garage? Waxahachie is letting residents dump extra junk for free from May 5th to May 9th, so you can finally get rid of that clutter without paying a dime.
State of the City event
City, county, and school leaders are teaming up on August 25th to give us the lowdown on upcoming projects and where our tax money is going. It’s a rare chance to see all the local decision-makers in one room and get the real scoop on what's changing in Ennis.