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Greenville · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Greenville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Residents will see higher fees for trash collection, disposal, and recycling services as part of the new fiscal year budget adjustments.
The city is setting its budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. A median homeowner will see a very small property tax increase of about $11 to $13 depending on the final rate adoption.
Greenville is dealing with a double whammy on Monday: an Ozone Action Day and new construction on FM 2642. You'll want to carpool or avoid the drive-thru to help the air, and definitely plan for extra time to navigate the lane closures near I-30.
Greenville just fired its city manager, signaling a massive overhaul in how our local government handles daily business. Expect some major changes in leadership and policy as the city looks for a new person to steer the ship.
Rubbermaid is closing its Greenville plant, which is a massive hit to our local job market and city budget. You’ll want to keep an eye on city council meetings to see how they plan to fix this economic hole.
Texas is stripping local control over data center zoning, meaning Greenville might lose its power to block these massive, power-hungry industrial projects from popping up nearby. It’s a classic case of state vs. local authority that could change the look and feel of our town.
The city is issuing over $127 million in bonds to pay for major water, sewer, and electric system upgrades.
Greenville’s online bill payment system is finally back online after a recent cyberattack. You can now pay your utility bills through the city portal again without any extra workarounds.
Core Scientific is building a massive data center in Hunt County, and they’re hosting a town hall to address concerns about power grid strain and potential tax shifts. It’s a big project that could change the local landscape, so now is the time to see how it affects your utility bills and neighborhood.
Council members and staff discussed the lack of sufficient parking downtown, which is hindering the growth of local events and businesses.
The library director requested a mobile unit to reach rural areas and nursing homes, which the council expressed interest in exploring through potential county partnerships.
Council discussed the possibility of installing turf on sports fields to prevent rain-outs and reduce maintenance burdens.
The city is working on a plan to make walking and biking safer and more connected. They want to hear from residents to ensure the final plan actually works for the community.
Greenville is getting a retail makeover at the I-30 and FM2642 intersection, bringing new shops to the area. Expect more convenience, but also keep an eye out for some inevitable traffic shifts as construction kicks off.
Greenville’s utility payment site is finally back up after a recent cyber attack. It’s a wake-up call that our city’s digital systems are vulnerable and need serious upgrades to stop the next outage.
Greenville is currently dealing with a ransomware attack that's locking up city systems and slowing down routine tasks like paying bills. The silver lining is that emergency services and 911 are totally unaffected and working as normal.
Greenville’s local hospital is hitting a rough patch financially, which could mean fewer services or longer waits for us. We need to watch this closely, as the city might be asked to step in or our access to care could change soon.
Two people were arrested after a May city council meeting turned into a chaotic scene. It’s a wake-up call that while you can voice your opinion, there’s a line between public comment and breaking the law.
A deadly shooting at a Greenville Halloween party has sparked a major debate over how the city handles event permits and keeps crowds safe. Officials are now under pressure to tighten oversight to prevent another tragedy like this from happening.
A tornado just tore through Greenville, leaving a mess of damage and closed roads in its wake. Stay alert for official updates as the city works to clear the debris and get things back to normal.
Greenville’s tap water is under the microscope after a report flagged potential contaminants. The city might have to shell out for major treatment plant upgrades to keep our water safe and up to code.
A Greenville cop involved in a violent incident just hopped over to another state to keep working, showing a major gap in how we track bad behavior. It’s a wake-up call that our oversight system needs a serious upgrade to keep dangerous officers off the streets.