Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in The Colony public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in water utilities
Oncor Electrical Infrastructure and Street Lighting
Nearly $290,000 in solar street lights will be installed on Memorial Drive between Standridge Drive and FM 423.
Atmos Energy Gas Rate Increase
The council signed off on a negotiated settlement letting Atmos raise system-wide rates by $260.5 million — about $13.37 more per month for the average home starting October 1. Cities negotiated the ask down from $291.1 million.
Adoption of 2026 water and wastewater master plans
The council quietly adopted updated citywide water and wastewater master plans prepared by Freese and Nichols — the roadmap for future water and sewer infrastructure spending.
Water system infrastructure upgrades at Office Creek
The city is spending about $1.88 million on three contracts to keep its Office Creek water treatment and pump station reliable: a backup generator for Well #4, a new pump, and a new motor control center. The generator is also required by state law for emergency water service during extended outages.
Sutton Branch streambank erosion
Years of heavy rain have badly eroded Sutton Branch, with erosion creeping close to residential backyards and exposing conduits. A $1.3 million stabilization project starts in March and should finish by October 2026.
Strickland Storm Sewer Repair
Aging storm sewer along Strickland Avenue between Blair Oaks Drive and FM 423 will be repaired for $259,677 — well under the engineer's $355,800 estimate — reducing flood risk for nearby homes.