Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Round Rock public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues in public safety
Graffiti Abatement Ordinance Revision
The city updated its graffiti removal ordinance to give property owners 15 days to clean up vandalism while providing free cleanup services. Officials stressed that property owners are victims and will not face liens or financial penalties.
New Public Safety and Utility Infrastructure Sites
Round Rock is expanding its footprint by securing land for a future fire station and a water storage tank/pump station.
Water Infrastructure and Fire Station Land Acquisition
The city is updating real estate agreements with Nelson Homestead Family Partnership to secure land for a new water storage tank, pump station, and fire station. These projects are critical for expanding public safety and utility infrastructure to support growing neighborhoods.
ESD-9 Sales Tax and Property Tax Interlocal Agreement
An updated agreement with Emergency Services District No. 9 will bring in an estimated $3 million in new sales tax revenue on top of $5.5 million in property taxes to help fund local fire operations.
FLOCK Camera Surveillance
A resident expressed concerns about the expansion of the FLOCK camera program, citing privacy and civil liberty issues.
Emergency Preparedness
The city is updating its emergency operations plan and formalizing agreements to ensure they are reimbursed for helping with state-wide disasters.
Digital Billboards and Public Safety
Round Rock voters are deciding on Proposition A, a measure linking digital billboards directly to public safety rules in the city. Your vote today will set the standard for how these bright screens are managed near our roadways.
Fire Department Staffing and Proposition B
Residents and union officials are pushing for higher staffing levels to meet national safety standards, while city leadership is concerned about the costs and potential legal issues of adding these requirements to the city charter.
Mutual Aid Structural Fire Agreement with Pflugerville
Round Rock is considering a new mutual aid agreement with Pflugerville (Travis County ESD No. 2) specifically for structure fires. EMS services were intentionally left out of this deal because past combined agreements led to long wait times for ambulances.