Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rowlett public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues with high priority
City Manager Personnel Review
The City Council will hold closed executive sessions to discuss the appointment, duties, and evaluation of both the City Manager and Interim City Manager.
Herfurth Park Concept Design
A local hockey representative asked the city to use leftover bond funds to replace rotting wooden boards and improve rink amenities at Herfurth Park.
DART Governance Revisions
Rowlett is backing state legislation to change how DART is governed, ensuring the city gets its own dedicated board seat instead of sharing one with other suburbs.
NTTA Law Enforcement Services Agreement
With state troopers ending their tollway contract, Rowlett is set to enter a two-year agreement with the NTTA providing about $593,000 annually to handle tollway policing, prompting discussions on how to allocate the funds to support police operations.
Downtown Advisory Board Formation
The city is looking to create a new board specifically to help guide the growth and character of our downtown area. This is a big step in ensuring our downtown remains a great place for residents to visit and shop.
Vapor Store Code Amendments
City leaders are reviewing proposed rules to tighten regulations on vapor stores within the Rowlett Development Code and Form Based Code.