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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Amarillo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Interim City Manager Appointment
Rodney Rhoades was formally hired as interim city manager at $175/hour plus housing, pledging calm, consistent leadership and a smooth path to a permanent hire.
FY 2027 Library Budget and Departmental Operations
The board will review departmental activities, budget allocations for fiscal year 2027, and upcoming programs across all library locations.
Preliminary CAPER Report Presentation
The Community Development Department will present the preliminary Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report, which reviews how federal and local funds were used for community development projects.
Parks and Recreation Department Budget Performance
Staff reported that the parks department finished the fiscal year roughly $1.3 million under its budgeted operating subsidy, with significant improvements in golf, tennis, and athletics cost recovery. City council-approved investments in centralized irrigation control and maintenance were also highlighted.
Annual Financial Audit and Financial Reporting
The board scheduled a presentation and review of the organization's financial audit for fiscal year 2025 to ensure accountability and transparency.
Audit Committee Reform
The city is looking at how to better oversee its $570 million budget. The current Audit Committee only meets once a year, and the council wants to change that to ensure they have better, more frequent information on how tax money is being spent.
Quail Creek PID 2026-27 Budget and Five-Year Service Plan
The advisory board was scheduled to review the upcoming fiscal year's budget and five-year service plan, which guide funding and improvements for the district.
Grant Funding Reallocation for Social Services
The committee is reviewing applications for federal Community Development Block Grant funds to support local public service programs. These grants help fund essential community programs across Amarillo.