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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hays County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FM 2001 Gap eminent domain acquisitions
The court authorized eminent domain to acquire land from three property owners for the FM 2001 Gap road project — a step that only comes after negotiation efforts fall short.
Dripping Springs Southwest Connection road project
The court tabled a ~$10M design contract for a new road connecting RM 12 to US 290 near Dripping Springs. Opponents say there's no traffic study, environmental study, or full cost estimate, and the road threatens the Trinity Aquifer recharge area; supporters say it's been planned since 2010 and will relieve dangerous cut-through traffic in neighborhoods.
Old Bastrop Highway and Firecracker Traffic Signal Construction
The court awarded major construction contracts for the Firecracker and Main Street traffic signal and Old Bastrop Highway improvements to upgrade local transportation safety.