Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wichita Falls public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in public safety with high priority
Homelessness and homeless veterans
A homeless veteran spoke about how hard it is to find real help, and Council Member Brooks described a homeless encampment he visited and organizations like Home for Freedom and Catholic Charities that place veterans in housing. The mayor pledged to connect the speaker with those resources.
Fire Department Administration Relocation & Station Improvements
The city is buying a building on Lamar Street to move Fire Department administration out of Station 1, freeing up much-needed living space for firefighters at the downtown station.