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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in North Richland Hills public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
November 2026 Bond Election
The city is rolling out multi-channel outreach, including videos and postcards, to inform residents about the $145.97 million bond propositions on the November 3 ballot. The bond covers fire station rebuilds, street repairs, city services complex improvements, and library expansion.
Smithfield Terrace Preliminary Plat
Sandlin Homes wants to build 35 single-family homes on 7.4 acres at Smithfield Road and Hewitt Street. Neighbors turned out in droves to oppose it, warning that the smaller lot sizes, increased traffic, and stormwater runoff will destroy their quiet, semi-rural neighborhood feel.
Local Drainage and Stormwater Runoff
The city authorized eminent domain to acquire necessary drainage and construction easements to mitigate severe floodplain issues around Pebble Court.