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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Val Verde County, TX public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Cienegas Road Street Lighting Project
For the sixth time, Commissioner Flores' $3,985.84 plan to install six LED street lights along Cienegas Road died — this time for lack of a second. Flores asked his colleagues to explain their objections so he could fix the proposal; none did.
Cienegas Road Streetlight Installation
After six attempts, the county is moving forward with installing six LED streetlights along Cienegas Road to improve public safety, funded by Precinct 4.
Cienegas Road Street Lighting Expansion
Commissioners fought over whether to add new lights and upgrade existing ones along Cienegas Road, the main artery for several communities. Most items failed 3-2 over light pollution and necessity concerns, while supporters called it a public safety issue for thousands of residents.
Comstock traffic safety improvements
Speed limit signs on Old Hwy 90 West and guardrails at Comstock ISD were both approved, with guardrail work timed for June after school lets out.
Cienegas Road Project funding shortfall
The county has $5.8 million for the Cienegas Road project but the low bid came in at $9.9 million. Commissioners rejected the bids and ordered a redesign — cheaper drainage pipe and reusing existing road base — before rebidding. The judge also floated borrowing money for road work across all precincts in the next budget.
Cienegas Terrace Pedestrian Improvements
Sidewalk construction, engineering qualifications, and TxDOT grant agreements were advanced for the Cienegas Terrace neighborhood.
Quail Run subdivision safety improvements
A solar radar speed sign on Packsaddle Circle and solar LED lights at two mailbox entrances aim to slow cut-through traffic and deter mail theft in the Quail Run subdivision.