Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Round Rock public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
14 issues with critical priority
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.
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.
Five-Year Funds Allocation Plan
The corporation finalized its operating budget and long-range funding plan to guide economic development and transportation projects in Round Rock.
FY 2027 City Budget and Tax Rate
The corporation finalized its operating budget and long-range funding plan to guide economic development and transportation projects in Round Rock.
2026 Property Tax Rate
The city is setting a maximum tax rate of 42.3 cents to cover rising costs for public safety and debt from past bonds.
Roadway Infrastructure Improvements
The city is adding $15.5 million to its road program to secure necessary right-of-way land for Kenney Fort Boulevard and Wyoming Springs Drive. These projects are part of the city's master plan to handle rapid regional growth.
Historic Design Guidelines Update
The city is updating its historic design guidelines. Residents are encouraged to review the draft and provide feedback before the September work session.
Data Center Development
A resident raised concerns about the impact of data centers on electricity and water usage, questioning the council's previous approval.
Historic Property Tax Exemption Program
The city offers a 75% tax break on city property taxes for historic homes, provided owners keep up with maintenance. The commission is cracking down on owners who repeatedly fail to fix issues like rotting wood or structural damage.
Emergency Preparedness
The city is updating its emergency operations plan and formalizing agreements to ensure they are reimbursed for helping with state-wide disasters.
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.
Charter Amendment Election
Voters will decide on two charter amendments in May that were initiated by citizen petitions. The Council noted these were pushed by a billboard company.
Traffic Safety at Chandler Creek and Kenney Fort
A new traffic signal is being designed for this intersection to address safety concerns and high accident rates.
Gattis School Road Commercial Development
A developer wants to build a small retail center on a 9-acre site that currently houses horse stables. Neighbors are worried about traffic and safety, but the city says the C2 zoning limits the types of businesses allowed to keep it neighborhood-friendly.