Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lubbock County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues
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.
Interlocal Loan Agreement with City of Abernathy
Lubbock County is considering an $80,000 loan to the City of Abernathy to help them buy a replacement truck chassis for a municipal brush truck, supporting local emergency and public works response capabilities.
Public Works Leadership
Lubbock County is discussing a major reorganization of its Public Works department to better manage rapid residential growth and subdivision reviews. Leaders debated whether to require an engineering degree or prioritize construction management experience for a key leadership role.
County Road Maintenance
The county is taking steps to address speeding and drainage washouts on local roads, including setting a new 45 mph limit on County Road 6300 in Precinct 4.
Volunteer Fire Department Support
Renewing fire suppression agreements and loan agreements provides crucial financial and operational support for local volunteer fire departments.
Surveillance Camera Ban Petition
Lubbock folks are pushing a petition to ban those automated license plate reader cameras around town. If they collect enough signatures, City Council has to decide whether to axe the surveillance network entirely.
Municipal Court Warrant Resolution
Got unpaid tickets in Lubbock? From October 1 to 16, the Municipal Court is giving you a chance to clear your warrants without the fear of getting arrested.
Independent Investigation into County Payroll Irregularities
Residents and commissioners clashed over months of duplicate salary payments made to former commissioner Mark Muir while Commissioner Jason Corley was also receiving pay. Multiple public speakers demanded accountability and an independent Texas Rangers investigation, while the District Attorney and one commissioner questioned the necessity of a formal court resolution.
FY 2027 County and Hospital District Budgets & Tax Rates
Lubbock County is pulling back the curtain on property taxes to show you exactly where your paycheck is going. This guide helps you track how your tax dollars are being divvied up across local services.
Community Grants via Unclaimed Property Funds
The court distributed unclaimed property funds to support local economic development projects, veteran memorials, library reading programs, and trauma education.