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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Waxahachie public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
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.
FY 2026-2027 City Budget and Tax Rate
The city is reviewing its budget and a proposed property tax rate of 61 cents. The plan introduces a $2 million vehicle replacement fund to standardize equipment upgrades across city departments.
Owens Corning Plant Expansion and Tax Abatement
The city advanced economic development incentives, nominating Walgreens for an enterprise zone project and laying groundwork for Owens Corning's $56 million plant expansion.
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.