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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.
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.