Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Temple public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in public safety
Fire Department Position Classifications
The council is considering an ordinance to add one Battalion Chief and three firefighter positions, funded through the new budget.
City Attorney Employment and Work Plan
The City Council will review the performance, duties, and ongoing work plan for the City Attorney in a closed executive session. This review helps ensure the city's legal representation aligns with municipal goals and priorities.
Police Department Executive Summary Review
Chief Brown will present the latest executive summary to foster collaboration and transparency between the police department and the community.
Emergency Services Master Plan and Operations Review
The department is meeting response time goals and responded to a high volume of calls in December and January, with many fires related to cooking or trash.
Animal Services Oversight
Residents testified about chronic staffing shortages and declining outcomes at the city's animal shelter despite a $5 million facility expansion.