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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Randall County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Rural Road Flooding and Bar Ditch Maintenance on South Osage Street
Residents from South Osage Street voiced serious safety concerns about heavy rains flooding the unpaved roadway and cutting off emergency and daily access, urging the county to clear and grade the bar ditches.
FY 2027 Stop-Loss Reinsurance & Health Plan Gene Therapy Expansion
The county awarded its third-party administrator contract to IMS and prescription benefit manager contract to Vital One after a competitive evaluation process.
Westline Road Bridge Rehabilitation and Drainage Improvements
The county is moving forward with bids to replace deteriorating rock riprap with concrete and perform cosmetic and structural maintenance on a Westline Road bridge to extend its lifespan by 50 years.
Tax Office Credit Card Processing Modernization
The county is switching its tax office payment processor to Grant Street Group to eliminate billing confusion and add digital wallet options like Apple Pay.
Public Meeting Schedule
Local school boards and the City of Canyon are holding meetings this week that could impact your neighborhood. It’s your chance to speak up on local decisions before they’re finalized.
Intergovernmental Agreement
Randall County and Amarillo just signed a new deal to team up on jail operations. It’s a big move to streamline how our local tax dollars are spent on keeping the city safe.
Intergovernmental Jail Agreement
Amarillo and Randall County are renegotiating how they split the bill for housing inmates. It’s a major shift in local public safety logistics that could change how your tax dollars are allocated for jail operations.
Law Enforcement Leadership
Randall County Sheriff Joel Richardson is calling it quits on New Year's Eve, leaving a major vacancy at the top of local law enforcement. The county now faces the task of finding a new leader to steer the department into the next chapter.
Refugee Resettlement Policy
Randall County is officially bucking state trends by opening its doors to refugees. It’s a major test of how much control local leaders have over their own community values versus state mandates.
Alcohol Sales Referendum
Randall County is heading back to the polls to vote on whether to expand alcohol sales in the area. This decision could change what you can buy at your local grocery store and how businesses operate in your neighborhood.
Alcohol Sales Regulation
A local push is underway to lift the long-standing ban on alcohol sales in rural Randall County. If successful, this change would open the door for new businesses and shift how the county handles local commerce.
Legal Settlement
The City of Canyon just lost a lawsuit and has to cough up $139,000 to a local farmer. This unexpected payout is going to tighten the city's budget, which might mean less money for other local projects this year.
Local Government Representation
Ever wonder who’s actually calling the shots on your local roads and tax dollars? This piece breaks down the current leadership in Randall County’s Precinct 1 so you know exactly who is steering the ship.