obtained through a Public Information Request
The details of this 100+ page "arena deal" will surprise you -
because there's plenty we haven't been told!
Citizens say they are also concerned about...
Sales tax - At 8.5 cents per dollar - we are already at the
maximum allowed by Texas state law.
Public Safety - Our Police Department isn't fully staffed
but new patrol areas have been assigned to them.
The 4A and 4B Corporations - They have collected over $30 million dollars of your money, and spent most of it. Now, they are being put into debt for millions of dollars more.
Commercial development - New business centers sit vacant,
while existing commercial centers languish.
Lack of recycling - GREEN! Where are our "green" practices? Why won't our new solid waste company pick up our glass?
Tollway fees - Usage has exceeded projections and expectations, so why hasn't the CTRMA reduced our toll fees?
Utility costs - The City's franchise agreements (and fees) need serious review and re-negotiation.
Open government - This isn't just a phrase - it's the law!
There is more to "open government" than just broadcasting meetings on television and the internet.
Shortage of primary jobs in Cedar Park - The 4A Corporation was tasked to create good-paying jobs - not luxury items for City officials and low-paying, part-time jobs.
Slow development of existing parkland - The Parks Board and staff do a great job, but, we can provide them with more support to do better job of developing existing parkland for citizens to enjoy.