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McLennan County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in McLennan County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Waco is giving the riverwalk between downtown and Baylor a much-needed facelift, which means you'll have to deal with some construction noise and detours for a while. It’s a temporary headache for a nicer spot to hang out by the water.
Waco is finally giving Fire Station No. 8 on Cobbs Drive a much-needed makeover. They’re tearing down the old building to put up a modern facility that matches the city’s newest, high-tech firehouses.
McLennan County is stuck in a legal gray area regarding whether they can actually block new data centers from moving in. Officials are currently weighing the potential for tech-driven economic growth against the pushback from locals worried about the impact on the community.
Waco is shaking up how food trucks get their permits to match new state rules. This means your favorite lunch spots might have to navigate some new red tape to keep serving you.
Waco’s federal housing budget is shrinking, and the city is asking for your feedback on how to prioritize the remaining funds. Keep an eye out for the draft plan later this month to make sure your neighborhood's needs are on the radar.
Hill County just scrapped its ban on data centers after getting sued, which means we’re likely to see a wave of new tech infrastructure projects popping up. It’s time to pay attention to how these massive facilities will change our local landscape and land-use rules.
Waco is setting aside $100,000 to help local businesses that took a financial hit during the disruptive sewer repairs on MLK Jr. Boulevard. It’s a move to make things right for shops that struggled while the road was torn up.
A tech giant wants to drop a $10 billion data center near Waco, but they need the city to release its jurisdiction over the land first. It’s a massive move that could reshape our local economy and development map for decades.
Woodway residents are looking at a $6 monthly hike on their water bills starting this fall. This is just the beginning, as the city plans to keep raising rates over the next five years to fund major infrastructure repairs.
McLennan County is pressing pause on new data center construction for a year to study how these massive facilities affect local infrastructure and public health. It’s a strategic move to ensure rural development doesn't outpace the county's ability to manage it.
Waco just cleared the way for taller buildings at the old Floyd Casey stadium site, allowing developers to add rooftop amenities. This tweak is meant to turn that massive vacant lot into a more modern, social living space.
McLennan County just put a burn ban in place because the fire risk is way too high right now. Skip the backyard fire pits and grilling for a bit to keep our community safe and avoid getting slapped with a fine.
Waco just opened a new trash transfer station to make our city's waste and recycling process way more efficient. It’s a long-overdue upgrade that should keep our local utility services running smoother.
Waco is scouting a new location for the city’s senior center to better serve our aging population. It’s a big move that will decide where local seniors go for community, meals, and essential support services.
Waco and the Humane Society are butting heads over a new contract, and it’s putting the future of our local animal shelter in limbo. If they can't play nice and sign a deal, we could see some major, messy changes to how strays are handled in our city.