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Denton County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Denton County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Missouri City is keeping its interim city manager on board a bit longer while the hunt for a permanent boss continues. It's a routine move to keep city hall running smoothly without any sudden leadership gaps.
Denton County is rolling out mosquito fogging trucks because they've detected West Nile virus in local traps. It's time to clear out any standing water in your yard to stop these pests from breeding near your home.
Denton's neighbor Kemah is considering installing automated license plate reader cameras to track drivers. It's a big move for local surveillance that could soon pop up in our own backyard.
Heads up: Denton city and county offices are opening late at 10 a.m. this Thursday. Make sure to adjust your schedule if you were planning on stopping by for any government business.
Denton’s mayor is throwing support behind a new state-level redistricting plan that could redraw your local voting maps. This shift might change who represents you at City Hall, so it’s worth keeping an eye on how your neighborhood gets grouped.
Denton is facing a state lawsuit over a planned LGBTQ+ swim event, with officials arguing the city’s facility policies clash with state bathroom laws. This fight could set a major precedent for how local cities manage public spaces and inclusivity.
Denton is exploding in size, adding 8,000 new residents in just one year. This rapid growth means we're going to feel a major squeeze on our roads, housing affordability, and city services.
Denton is rolling out a pilot program that cuts city office hours short on Friday afternoons. If you've got permits or paperwork to file, make sure to get there before noon to avoid a wasted trip.
Denton is in a legal standoff with the Texas Attorney General over gender-neutral changing rooms at a city pool during a Pride event. This fight is about more than just one pool—it’s a test case for how much control cities have over their own public spaces and inclusive policies.
A conservative group is suing Dallas to kill off 83 local rules, and the outcome will basically decide if Denton County cities still have the power to make their own laws. If the state wins, your local city council might lose the ability to set policies that actually fit your neighborhood.
Texas is trying to strip power away from local cities, and a new lawsuit is fighting back to keep Denton County in the driver's seat. If the state wins, your local leaders might lose the ability to pass laws that actually fit our community's specific needs.
Denton is officially ditching its marijuana decriminalization policy because it was basically just a symbolic gesture that couldn't override state law. It’s a classic case of local government hitting a wall when their rules don't align with the state's stance.
Texas is scrapping vehicle inspections statewide next year, but Denton County is staying in the emissions testing club. You still need to get your car checked to keep your registration current, so don't let your appointment slide.
Fort Worth is officially moving into Denton County near the speedway, which means a big shift in who handles your city services and taxes. If you live or work in that zone, expect your local government point-of-contact to change soon.
Denton finally scrubbed racist language from the IOOF Cemetery’s deed, officially updating city records to reflect modern values. It’s a small but necessary move to ensure public spaces are inclusive for everyone.
Denton County is growing fast, and city planners are rushing to overhaul housing and infrastructure to keep up. You should pay attention to upcoming meetings, as your neighborhood could see some major changes soon.