Burnet County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Burnet County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Burnet County residents are pushing back against a massive new power line project that could permanently change the local landscape. It’s a classic neighborhood fight over whether these utility upgrades are worth the eyesore and potential hit to your property value.
A resident raised concerns about the security of voting machines and requested a return to hand-counted paper ballots.
Burnet County residents are pushing back against a new rock quarry that could soon be approved in their backyard. If it goes through, locals should expect a lot more noise, heavy truck traffic, and potentially dustier air in the neighborhood.
Burnet residents are picking up the pieces after recent floods wiped out homes, sparking a push for better city infrastructure and smarter flood policies. It’s a wake-up call that our current defenses aren't cutting it and need a serious upgrade to keep our neighborhoods safe.
Burnet County flood victims are getting hit with code violation fines while they're still trying to rebuild their homes. It’s a frustrating clash between city bureaucracy and people just trying to get back on their feet after a disaster.
Burnet County is dropping $4.4 million to buy out homes wrecked by last year’s floods. It’s a huge win for residents looking to finally cash out and move on from the disaster.
Burnet County and city officials are pushing back against a state-planned power line project that threatens to cut through local land. It’s a classic battle over who gets to decide how our community looks and grows.
A legal battle to block a new city from forming in Burnet County just hit a dead end, giving the green light for the municipality to officially move forward. This clears the way for local residents to start setting up their own city government and services.
Burnet County and Marble Falls have officially put a lid on outdoor burning because the fire risk is way too high right now. Skip the backyard fire pits and brush piles for a while to keep the community safe and avoid getting slapped with a fine.