Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lubbock County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in development
Departmental Staff Reclassifications and Title Changes
The county is looking to restructure administrative roles by changing the Director of Public Works to Assistant Director of Development Services and updating an environmental safety manager role to better manage floodplains and right-of-ways.
Lubbock County Expo Center Venue Project
Lubbock County is weighing whether to renovate or completely overhaul the Expo Center to host bigger and better events. It’s a major project that could change the local entertainment scene, so it's worth tracking the upcoming commissioner meetings.
Historic Preservation
The county is supporting the nomination of the Mahon Federal Building to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its 50-year history.
Community Arts Funding
Lubbock just earned 'Film-Friendly' status, meaning we're officially open for business to movie and TV crews. This move is designed to bring more production dollars into our local economy and put our city on the big screen.