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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Prosper public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Light Industrial Rezoning on Business Park Drive
A property owner is asking the town to rezone about 2 acres from Agriculture to Planned Development for Light Industrial Buildings near Business Park Drive, south of First Street. The public hearing will shape whether industrial development moves into that corridor. No decision has been made yet.
Marco mixed-use development at DNT and University Drive
The biggest development in Prosper's history got its final zoning approval: 143 acres at the tollway's most prominent corner, with a lagoon centerpiece, village retail, and up to 4,400 housing units (2,500 mid-rise cap). Council negotiated hard on phasing so apartments don't outpace retail and the lagoon amenity is usable from day one.
Saddle Creek Commercial Compatibility
Residents of Saddle Creek voiced frustration over notification timelines and potential increased commercial intensity, including restaurants, near their homes.
Saddle Creek Commercial Rezoning
Residents from Saddle Creek raised serious concerns about commercial expansion, traffic congestion, restaurant noise, and building proximity to backyards. Commissioners responded by adding protections like 150-foot setbacks, banning bars, and requiring special permits for grocery stores and fitness centers.
First Street Infrastructure and Development Update
The town awarded a massive $21.3 million contract to rebuild First Street from DNT to Coleman, adding new water lines, a roundabout, and railway upgrades. Construction is slated to start in April and finish by late 2027.
143-Acre Mixed-Use Development Proposal
A massive 143-acre mixed-use project at Dallas Parkway and University Drive has been delayed for a month so staff and the developer can address council questions and refine project details.
Pickleball Pilot Program
With pickleball courts getting crowded, a board member asked for a future discussion on signage establishing court etiquette and fair rotation rules during peak times.
Barrington Lake Preliminary Plat
Town staff and commissioners discussed requirements for neighborhood pond amenities, un-fenced property edges, HOA document reviews, and ensuring Coit Road access is strictly limited to emergencies and exits.
FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget and Tax Rate
The town reviewed a $140 million operating budget focused on employee compensation and infrastructure while maintaining a steady tax rate of 50.5 cents.
Data Center Withdrawal (Project Tomahawk)
Residents voiced strong opposition to the proposed data center project near town borders, citing traffic, electricity strain, and proximity to neighborhoods.
2020 Bond Fund Prioritization
The board decided how to rank the projects still waiting on 2020 bond money, choosing a category-based priority list and ruling out spending the remainder on the 407 Recreation Expansion. This determines which park improvements get built first.