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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Polk County, Texas public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Railroad Safety Infrastructure
Union Pacific is finally shutting down the dangerous railroad crossings in Legget that were the site of a heartbreaking 2021 accident. It’s a long-overdue safety win for the community after years of pushing for change.
Railroad Safety Regulation
Leggett is squaring off with Union Pacific to demand safer rail crossings after a recent tragedy. It’s a classic showdown over who’s actually on the hook for keeping our local intersections from becoming death traps.