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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Flower Mound public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Public Tree Planting
Flower Mound leaders are gathering at Town Hall for an Arbor Day tree planting. Because multiple boards and the council will be there together, it's officially posted so the public can watch.
Acorns to Post Oak Program and Dedicated Fund
Town staff and the Environmental Conservation Commission are advancing the "Acorns to Post Oak" initiative to cultivate local post oak seedlings and counteract historical losses in native tree canopy.
Street Lighting Technologies and DarkSky Compliance
The commission reviewed how street lights impact neighborhood safety and light pollution. Staff explained the transition to LEDs, design specifications like color temperature, and pilot projects aimed at making town lighting more DarkSky-friendly.
Owl and Bat House Initiatives
The Animal Services Board is exploring placing owl and bat boxes in town parks to bring visibility to the shelter and educate the public on local wildlife. A subcommittee was formed to study maintenance requirements and partner with other boards like Parks and Recreation.
E-Waste Recycling Awareness and Collection
An eighth-grade student proposed improving town e-waste recycling programs by adding notices to water bills and organizing student volunteer pickup services.
Water Main Break
A water main break in Lantana caused pressure to drop, meaning you've got to boil your tap water before drinking or cooking with it. Crews are working on fixes and testing the water, so keep boiling until they give the all-clear.
Green Waste Management
Starting in October, the town will swap bulk trash pickup for a green waste program during certain weeks. This will help keep yard waste out of the landfill and turn it into mulch instead.