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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tom Green County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Economic development projects on City Farm Road and Gas Plant Road
The Chamber reports a buyer under contract for the vacant former lamb processing plant, and a steel products manufacturer under contract on 114 acres at Gas Plant Road that could hire roughly 300 people in phases, partnering with local schools and colleges on workforce training.
Federal and State Grant Applications
The county submitted a USDOT BUILD grant application to secure additional funding for a new bridge on Mineral Wells Road, supplementing existing community project funding.
Courts and Justice Facilities Planning Study
District judges briefed the court on severe security vulnerabilities in the 100-year-old courthouse identified by a state assessment. While immediate fixes like parking lot fencing and key fobs are needed, judges emphasized that the county eventually needs to plan for a new, secure courthouse complex.