Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Princeton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues with medium priority
Delayed canvass of November 3 election results
Collin County Elections is still verifying provisional ballots, so the city can't officially count the election results yet. New councilmembers won't be seated until after the canvass, now set for November 17.
155-foot cell tower at Walmart
A 155-foot cell tower is proposed in the Walmart parking lot on W Princeton Drive, with a fenced equipment area and utilities.
Restructuring December Holiday Events
December is packed with free family events — parades, Santa photos, reindeer — though board members pushed for later weekday hours so commuting parents can attend.
Fitness equipment for new Parks Administration and Maintenance Building
The board's 3-2 approval of $17,428 in gym equipment for the Parks and Rec building exposed a real trust gap — taxpayers are asking why employees get fitness gear when residents have no rec center.
Residential Tree Planting vs. Utility Easement Conflicts
Residents face challenges complying with mandatory front yard tree requirements due to overlapping underground gas, water, sewer, and telecom lines.
Delivery Drone Noise and Flight Paths
Residents expressed concerns regarding the increasing frequency and low flight paths of commercial delivery drones over residential neighborhoods.
Innovative Plastic Road Technology Pilot
The city is exploring a partnership with UTA to test plastic-infused asphalt on local streets to reduce cracking, potholes, and long-term maintenance costs.
City-owned green space in Whitewing
The board was scheduled to discuss city-owned green space in the Whitewing subdivision. Decisions here affect how that land may be used or maintained for the neighborhood.
Princeton Business Park Conveyance Plat
The city rezoned its business park property from manufacturing to professional services with enhanced design standards to fit surrounding residential growth.