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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Texarkana public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Lead Service Line Study
The council was scheduled to approve a contract with WSB, LLC for a predictive lead service line model, with the city's share about $438,000 from 2023 water and sewer bonds. It's part of meeting federal lead-pipe rules.
Utility Infrastructure Contracts
Four sewer and water projects approved on consent: Lakeridge Drive sewer extension, North Street water looping, Spring Lake Park sewer replacement, and the big one — $535,198.50 for West 32nd Street sewer main replacement.
SWEPCO Electrical Substation Rebuild
SWEPCO won approval to rebuild its 50-plus-year-old substation next to the existing one in the 5700 block of Gin Road — critical infrastructure serving the hospital and the Richmond Road commercial corridor.
SWEPCO Large Load Tariff Denial
A resident pointed the council to a growing petition opposing data centers in the region and urged the city to act, noting some cities have enacted moratoriums.
Millwood water plant maintenance
The council approved hiring Hart Contractors to clean the Millwood Water Treatment Plant sludge ponds for up to $412,300, keeping the water plant operating properly.