Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in The Colony public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 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.