Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Waxahachie public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in public safety
Fire Department Staffing and New Fire Station 1
The city awarded a CMAR contract worth $963,580 to advance the construction of the new Fire Station 1 project.
New Municipal Animal Services Facility Land Acquisition
Residents brought up urgent concerns regarding stray animals suffering from mange, disease, and vehicle strikes, urging the city to find viable facility solutions beyond volunteers and thoughts.
Substandard Structures Demolition Orders
The city addressed dangerous, run-down properties, giving one owner three months to finish demolition and ordering immediate demolition for another.
Sports Complex Security Cameras
The city approved over $303,000 to install 48 high-tech security cameras and license plate readers across the 100-acre sports complex to improve safety for families and students walking from nearby schools.
Proposed Ethics Ordinance on Political Endorsements
Council debated and rejected an ordinance that would have barred city officials from using their titles to endorse political candidates or parties, with critics calling it unnecessary.