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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Watauga, TX public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Wastewater upsizing design and traffic signal preemption
The city hired Burgess & Niple to design bigger wastewater lines on Storm Drive and put another $5,712 toward its traffic signal preemption project for emergency responders.
Wastewater Overflow Damage Claim — 6325 Watauga Road
A resident whose home was covered in sewage from a public works overflow told the council she hasn't been able to live in her home for four months. The council discussed the claim with its attorney in executive session but took no action.
Atmos Energy natural gas franchise agreement
The city renewed its 20-year deal letting Atmos Energy run gas pipelines under city rights-of-way, keeping the 5% franchise fee that flows into city revenue.
Water and meter fee revisions (Section 12-42)
The city updated its utility fee schedule so meter connection charges track actual costs (cost plus 20%), added a $75 meter tampering fee, and set fees for testing meters residents believe are faulty.