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Drone delivery is creating a new land-use issue for Texas cities. If you work for a city, you may receive a proposal for a site where a company wants to launch and receive drones. That proposal might raise issues such as noise and how the site fits within existing...
Data centers are rapidly expanding across Texas. The state's business-friendly climate and growing tech sector drive this growth. These facilities promise economic development. However, they also bring huge electricity demands, water use concerns and complex tax...
From Houston to West Texas, municipal leaders are exploring how artificial intelligence can streamline local government. City halls across the state are deploying AI tools to accelerate building permitting, automate customer service channels, and manage large volumes...
Municipal elected officials across Texas owe a duty to their constituents. Appointed officials also owe a duty of care to local residents, even if they are not elected to their roles. They must make decisions about managing the local community that protect property...
For cities along the Texas Gulf Coast, hurricane season brings more than the threat of high winds, flooding and storm surge. It also brings legal risks that may unfold long after the skies clear. When severe weather causes widespread damage, municipalities may face...
Although state and federal elections often receive far more funding and scrutiny than local elections, even municipal elections across Texas can lead to controversy. There are many rules regarding election transparency and ethics that affect municipal employees during...
As the Texas state government embarks on the complex and contentious process of redistricting, municipalities across the state are bracing themselves for the ramifications. Redistricting is a critical aspect of democratic governance that has far-reaching implications...
A recent report by Consumer Affairs has put a spotlight on a growing headache for many Texans: traffic congestion. The study identifies three Texas cities as having some of the worst traffic in the nation. This isn't just an inconvenience; it can have significant...
Civil service exams are a gateway to numerous stable and fulfilling careers within municipal government. Many positions, from firefighters and police officers to administrative roles, require candidates to pass a civil service exam. These exams ensure that qualified...
Severe flooding in the Texas Hill Country has highlighted the challenges that cities across the state face when extreme weather strikes. Even communities that escaped the worst of the recent storms are taking notice. For Texas municipalities, these events offer...