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Burnet County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Burnet County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Burnet Middle School just tanked its state rating with an 'F,' joining three other local elementary schools that are already struggling. The district is scrambling to roll out a major overhaul this November to fix the academic slide.
The county is looking at changing how they manage their vehicles, including how many miles employees can drive and when police cars should be replaced.
Burnet County just got moved into U.S. District 11, meaning you've got a new representative in Congress. It’s time to get familiar with who’s actually fighting for our local needs in D.C. now.
A historic bridge in Burnet County was wiped out by recent floods, leaving locals facing major detours. It’s going to be a long, pricey road to get things back to normal.
The Texas Eclipse Festival in Burnet was shut down mid-event due to incoming severe weather. If you had plans to go, stay home and keep an eye on your local weather alerts.
Public notices are basically the city's way of giving you a heads-up on upcoming projects or legal changes. Checking these keeps you from being blindsided by new local rules or development plans.
Burnet County just declared itself a 'Second Amendment sanctuary' to push back against potential federal gun laws. It’s mostly a symbolic move, but it sends a clear message about where local officials stand on your right to bear arms.
A mother is suing a former Burnet sergeant over her son's 2019 death, claiming excessive force was used. This case is a big deal because it could force the city to overhaul its police oversight and change how it handles liability for officer misconduct.