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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Waller County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Mathis Road reconstruction
The county awarded a $4.8 million contract to rebuild Adams Flat Road, funded from road construction funds. Expect construction activity and, eventually, a smoother drive.
Bond program road construction under budget
A voter-approved bond road project came in at $8.7 million against a $9.4 million estimate — a good sign for taxpayers as bond projects begin delivering.
Road and Bridge Capacity and Subdivision Road Costs
The county can rebuild only about 20 miles of road a year, and subdivision roads cost far more to maintain than older rural roads. Constable Maddox questioned whether the development model is sustainable, and the court discussed updating its eight-year-old strategic and thoroughfare plans.
Highway 36A / 306A corridor study
Development is filling in the middle of the county along FM 359 and FM 362, and if the state builds 306A without a county-influenced route, homes and businesses could end up in the path — driving up buyout costs and killing any viable route. Commissioner Smith wants a route study funded now so the county can weigh in with TxDOT and preserve a corridor. The court supports starting this year with existing consulting money, but no vote was taken.
Kickapoo Road/FM 1488 intersection safety fix
The new 575-lot Castle Rock development will realign a dangerous 30-degree skewed intersection at Kickapoo Road and FM 1488 — a major safety win the engineer called significant.
Major thoroughfare plan amendment near Kickapoo and Joseph Roads
The county is preserving a future north-south corridor through Precinct 2, near land it may lease for a park and annex. Three alignment options were shown; the item was pulled so affected landowners get mailed notice before a March 4 vote.