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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Midlothian public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Google Data Center Expansion & On-Site Power Generation
Google's Sharka data center is adding two new phases and an on-site natural gas power plant with a 20-foot sound wall. Residents raised questions about tax abatements, water usage, and noise levels.
Don Floyd Drive Roadway Infrastructure Extension
The city agreed to partner on building all four lanes of Don Floyd Drive between 9th and 14th streets using impact fee funds to prevent future traffic bottlenecks near the stadium and growing commercial corridor.
Zoning Change
Midlothian's City Council just greenlit a zoning change to pave the way for a brand new hotel in town. This means more options for visitors and a boost to our local business scene.
Population Growth
Midlothian is booming, which is why you're seeing more construction and feeling the extra traffic on your daily commute. These new projections confirm the city is expanding rapidly, changing the local landscape faster than many expected.
Quick Trip Development Aesthetics
Midlothian officials just signed off on the look of the new El Primo restaurant, meaning the project is officially moving forward. You can expect to see them opening up shop sometime in 2023.
Healthcare Infrastructure
Midlothian is finally getting a new outpatient center, so you won't have to drive across the county for basic medical care. Construction kicks off tomorrow, bringing essential health services right into our neighborhood.
City Hall relocation
Midlothian's City Council just held their first official meeting inside the brand-new City Hall. It's a fresh chapter for local government and where all your town decisions will be happening moving forward.
Reproductive Policy
Midlothian just officially declared itself a 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn,' setting a firm legal stance on local reproductive policy. This move marks a significant shift in how the city handles reproductive health issues moving forward.
Public Hearing Notice
Midlothian's City Council is holding a public hearing on August 22, 2023, giving residents a chance to chime in on upcoming local policies. If you care about where your neighborhood is headed, this is your moment to speak up.
Municipal Utility Districts opposition
Midlothian is pumping the brakes on Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs), meaning the city wants to keep a tighter grip on how new neighborhoods are built and run. Basically, local leaders want more say over development instead of letting outside utility districts call the shots.
Abortion Ordinance
Midlothian’s City Council just shot down a proposal to ban abortion locally, so the status quo remains in place for now. There won't be any new city-level restrictions on the books following this vote.
Juvenile Curfew
Midlothian City Council just locked in a new juvenile curfew. If you've got teens or hang out downtown, expect stricter youth enforcement to keep the peace.