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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in The Colony public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Atmos Energy Gas Rate Increase
The council signed off on a negotiated settlement letting Atmos raise system-wide rates by $260.5 million — about $13.37 more per month for the average home starting October 1. Cities negotiated the ask down from $291.1 million.
Adoption of 2026 water and wastewater master plans
The city updated its state-required water conservation plan (now dated 2026) with added graphs and policy language to stay eligible for water grants. Residents see no practical change, but the city must match Dallas Water Utilities' restriction stages.
Strickland Storm Sewer Repair
Aging storm sewer along Strickland Avenue between Blair Oaks Drive and FM 423 will be repaired for $259,677 — well under the engineer's $355,800 estimate — reducing flood risk for nearby homes.