Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in The Colony public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in water utilities with medium priority
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.
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.