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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Duncanville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Boards and Commissions Restructuring
The multicultural committee is being folded into community engagement, and the council filled a batch of board seats including four on the Ladd Nature Preserve committee. More reform ideas from Toby Lackey may come back later.
Monthly Sales Tax Collections & Transit Ridership
Staff reviewed Star Transit ridership figures showing increased demand for local and on-demand transit services.
Annual Audit Preparation and Focus Areas
The Audit Committee discussed preparations for the upcoming fiscal year-end financial audit with Pattillo, Brown & Hill. They identified key review areas, including employee travel expenses, asset forfeiture funds, and recreation center parking revenues.
FY 2026-2027 TIF Board Priorities and Infrastructure Investment Ranking
The TIF board is deciding how to allocate its estimated $900,000 ending fund balance by ranking key intersections and corridors for future public infrastructure improvements.
Municipal Court Collection Services Agreement
The city transitioned its municipal court collection services to Purdue Brandon after an 18-year partnership with MVBA, following a competitive RFP process.
DCEDC FY 2026-2027 Budget Workshop and Mid-Year Review
Staff presented the preliminary budget for the upcoming fiscal year, outlining strategies to utilize healthy fund balances for strategic capital investments and community enhancements.
Library Budgetary Recommendations and City Liaison Coordination
City Council Liaison Jeremy Koontz invited the Library Advisory Board to provide recommendations and feedback on future budget decisions as the city navigates seasonal changes.
FY28 Budget Planning and Parks Staff Updates
Staff briefed the board on upcoming municipal programming, the early stages of the FY28 budget cycle, and the ribbon-cutting preparations for Harrington Park.
Grant Application Streamlining and Policy Revisions
Staff introduced policy updates and a proposal for applicants to submit 30-second video introductions to streamline review processes.