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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 6m
Lewisville's council has made significant revisions to speaker protocols, allowing limited AV use while prioritizing cybersecurity and equitable access. Click to read more! #LewisvilleDentonCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #PublicSpeaking #EquitableAccess #LewisvilleCouncil #CybersecurityAwareness
Lewisville council agrees to limited AV use for public speakers, tightens speaker protocol

After a workshop presentation and peer-city survey, council members agreed to allow limited AV (PDF only, no audio/video/external links) for certain public speakers with a midweek submission deadline; visitor forum AV use will remain disallowed and speaker name/city (not full address) will be required on the record.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 36m
Lewisville plans a major overhaul of the damaged kayak launch at Hebron Parkway, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility while reducing closure times for paddlers. Get the details! #LewisvilleDentonCounty #TX #RecreationalAccess #InfrastructureImprovement #CitizenPortal #LewisvilleParks
Lewisville outlines redesign and relocation plan after kayak launch damaged by high flows

City staff recommended removing the Hebron floating launch, replacing it with a sloped concrete or geotech launch to shorten closures and reduce maintenance, and moving the floating dock to Boat Ramp 1; staff estimated roughly $200,000 for the Hebron fix and about $100,000 to refurbish the courtesy dock.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 38m
The Pasadena City Council's decision to indefinitely table a crucial pay incentive ordinance for civilian employees has sparked debate and left many questions unanswered. Read the full story #PasadenaHarrisCounty #TX #PasadenaCouncil #CitizenPortal #CivicEngagement #EmployeeBenefits
Pasadena council tables civilian certification pay increase after brief but contested debate

Councilmembers on Feb. 3 voted to table an ordinance (item N) that would establish education/certification incentive pay for civilian full-time employees effective March 2, 2026, after members questioned timing and prior handling of the item.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 42m
Arlington ISD is tackling a significant budget deficit with a bold three-year plan, emphasizing strategic measures like 0-based budgeting and careful staffing evaluations to ensure financial stability. Learn more here! #TX #BudgetDevelopment #ArlingtonISD #EnrollmentDecline #CitizenPortal
ARLINGTON ISD trustees workshop focuses on deficit reduction, staffing and 0‑based budgeting

Trustees reviewed staff recommendations to cut a projected deficit by one-third over three years while maintaining a 25% fund balance; staff emphasized enrollment declines, staffing ratios and 0‑based budgeting as key levers.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 1h
Rio Grande City is celebrating a 16% surge in sales-tax revenue, marking a strong start to the fiscal year—can this momentum push them toward their ambitious $800,000 monthly goal? Click to read more! #RioGrandeCityStarrCounty #TX #RioGrandeCityEconomy #CitizenPortal #EconomicDevelopment
Rio Grande City EDC reports stronger-than-expected sales-tax revenue as fiscal year begins

EDC staff reported monthly sales-tax collections of 305,847 (a 16% year-over-year increase) and year-to-date sales-tax revenue of 551,441, supporting an early strong position in the FY25–26 budget; expenditures through the period were reported at 230,724.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 1h
The Aransas Pass City Council just approved a game-changing hazard mitigation plan that could unlock vital FEMA funding for future projects! Click to read more! #AransasPassNuecesCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #DisasterRecovery #EmergencyManagement #CommunityResilience #AransasPassHazardMitigation
Aransas Pass council adopts 2026 San Patricio County hazard mitigation plan

The Aransas Pass City Council adopted the 2026 San Patricio County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Action Plan, a county-produced document meant to qualify the city for FEMA disaster-reimbursement and mitigation grants; the council approved the resolution by voice vote after brief questions about costs and grant administration.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 1h
Mayor John Muns unveils a bold vision for Plano's future, featuring new jobs, upgraded infrastructure, and enhanced public safety that promises to elevate the community to new heights. Click to read more! #PlanoCollinCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #ParksAndRecreation #EconomicGrowth
Plano mayor outlines 'Next Chapter of Excellence' with focus on jobs, infrastructure and safety

Mayor John Muns used the State of the City address to highlight Plano’s recent business wins, infrastructure upgrades, new public-safety investments and parks projects, and urged residents to review regional transit options ahead of an election.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 1h
The 187th District Court tackled a complex docket featuring a range of plea deals and significant sentences, including a first-degree murder case resulting in 30 years behind bars. Get the details! #TX #TexasCourts #CitizenPortal #CriminalJustice #SubstanceAbuseTreatment #ProbationReform
187th District Court processes long docket: pleas, specialty‑court referrals and multiple sentences

The 187th District Court processed a heavy docket of pleas and sentencings, including deferred adjudications, suspended prison terms with probation, and referrals to specialty treatment courts such as Esperanza Court; several defendants received GPS or treatment conditions.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 1h
In a dramatic trial unfolding in Texas, the jury now deliberates on the fate of James Ross, facing serious charges including aggravated robbery and assault, as both sides deliver compelling closing arguments. Get the details! #TX #TexasCourts #CitizenPortal #JuryDeliberation #PublicSafety
Closing arguments delivered in James Ross trial; jury sent to deliberate

In the criminal trial of James Ross in Bexar County, both sides presented 20-minute closing arguments on charges including aggravated robbery, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. The judge instructed the jury and sent them to deliberate.

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Citizen Portal News Texas citizenptnewstx.bsky.social · 2h
A local nurse's heart-wrenching plea to save the Guadalupe County animal shelter highlights alarming cases of cruelty and the urgent need for a compassionate solution. Learn more here #GuadalupeCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunitySupport #AnimalCruelty
Residents urge keeping county shelter open as officials pitch public‑private partnership and renovation plan

Public speakers recounted alleged animal cruelty and warned that closing the county animal shelter would hinder enforcement. County staff recommended shifting shelter operations to a nonprofit under a public‑private partnership to reduce medical costs and add private revenue; architects presented a $5.0M design for a renovated intake facility and new adoption center.

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