Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mesquite public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues with medium priority
Property Sale for Gus Thomasson Road Development
The city approved selling a small parcel of land on Gus Thomasson Road to make way for a new national brand coffee shop.
School Expansion and Traffic Queuing
Commissioners discussed potential traffic and vehicle stacking challenges associated with expanding B.J. Smith Elementary School and building a new pre-K academy.
Temporary Classroom Building at Antioch Worship Church
Antioch Worship Church requested a special exception to allow a temporary classroom building for five years while they raise funds for a permanent structure. The board approved it with requirements for interim site plan submissions.
Backyard Hen Regulations
The city looked into allowing up to four backyard chickens with permits, but decided against it due to the need for a new animal services officer and ongoing enforcement costs.
Heavy Truck Traffic in Residential Neighborhoods
Creek Crossing residents complained that delivery trucks constantly cut through narrow neighborhood streets, tearing up the pavement and creating safety hazards because GPS units misroute them.
Drone Delivery Regulations
The city is creating new rules for drone delivery 'zip points' to make sure they are safe, don't block sidewalks, and don't fall over during storms.
Reception Facility Noise and Operations
Tired of loud neighbors? Mesquite is urging residents to report excessive noise. The city wants to use your reports to enforce its noise ordinance and bring some peace and quiet back to the community.