Big decisions made in 2013

Property taxes

In September, the City Council approved the largest one-time tax reduction in 10 years, lowering Pflugerville's property tax rate by 2.04 cents to 57.36 cents per $100 of valuation.

Water

For the first time ever, City Council implemented Stage 3 water restrictions which limits watering to once per week. Negotiations continued with SouthWest Water Co. to prevent a water rate increase for Windermere customers. City Council continues to partner with Manville Water Supply Corp. on negotiations pertaining to water distribution and service.

Connectivity

Several roadway projects began in 2013 including building portions of Colorado Sand Boulevard and Kelly Lane. The new roadway construction and improvements are designed to reduce congestion and add connectivity to the areas east of SH 130.

Top issues for 2014

Roads

City Council is reviewing and evaluating funding needs for road improvements on portions of Heatherwilde, Weiss and Kelly lanes; Pecan Street; and others. City Council is considering calling a road bond election to provide funding for the projects.

Parks

Feasibility studies for an athletic complex, a new Lake Pflugerville master plan and undeveloped parkland study results are anticipated to be complete in early 2014. City Council is considering a parks bond election to fund park improvements.

Water/wastewater

Water continues to be a focus for Pflugerville residents and city leaders. As Pflugerville's population increases, the city continually evaluates water and wastewater master plans for sustainability as well as improvements to customer rates and service.

Meetings

The council meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. City Council Chambers, 100 E. Main St., Ste. 500., 512-990-6101, www.pflugervilletx.gov/council

Terms and compensation

The mayor and council serve three-year terms with a term limit of three terms and without compensation.

Recordings

Council meetings are broadcast live on PfTV (Suddenlink Channel 10, Uverse Channel 99) and streamed live at www.pflugervilletx.gov/council.