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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Longview public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Non-Congregate Shelter Development Funding
The city is set to award over $916,000 in federal HOME-ARP funds to the Salvation Army of Longview to build and rehabilitate non-congregate shelters, providing private temporary rooms for local individuals and families.
Firefighters' Pension Fund Management
The board was scheduled to review investment policies, monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and portfolio performance updates for the Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund.
Neighborhood Rezoning for Single-Family Development
A developer wants to rezone a 0.37-acre commercial lot at MLK and Ira Drive to build single-family homes. Nearby residents raised concerns about neighborhood peace and traffic, but city staff noted the new houses will bring far less traffic than a commercial business.
Community Outreach
The board evaluated recent ridership reports, travel training programs, and upcoming community outreach events including the Christus New Resident's Tour.
Curbside Recycling Sustainability
The Recycling Task Force updated the council on efforts to increase diversion rates to 10% while blue bins shift exclusively to recycling starting October 19.