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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Princeton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Board and Commission Appointments
The city council is set to address the resignation of Councilmember Steven Deffibaugh from Place 5, which will create a vacancy on the governing body.
City-Wide Wayfinding and Signage Initiative
Staff proposed a $156,000 initiative to install pole banners and portable LED message boards across main city corridors to improve public communication regarding events, road closures, and safety alerts. The board tabled the item for further review.
EDC and CDC Executive Leadership Transition
Following the departure of their CEO, the EDC and CDC boards approved contracts with recruitment firms to find both interim and permanent leadership.
EDC and CDC Staffing Study and Organizational Capacity
The board reviewed data comparing Princeton's economic development staffing levels to peer Texas cities to evaluate future organizational capacity.
Facade Improvement Grant Program Expansion
The board granted a deadline extension for a downtown facade improvement project, encouraging continued commercial investment in Princeton's historic core.
Princeton Town Center and Retail Development Update
Staff provided an update on the Princeton Town Center project, noting that infrastructure work and grading are set to begin with a Kroger groundbreaking on July 15. Several retail shells are currently undergoing building plan review ahead of final plat approval.
PCDC Legal Representation RFP
Following recent legal representation changes, the board authorized the CEO to research and pursue a dedicated corporate attorney for the PEDC.