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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in DeSoto public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Project Pleasantville economic development incentives
Council will discuss incentive terms for a development known as Project Pleasantville in closed session. Any incentives ultimately offered could shape what business or jobs come to DeSoto.
Establishment of Board Working Committees
The DDC is establishing new working committees for finance, marketing, and strategic planning to increase board involvement and align with City Council priorities.
Proposed Business Registration Program
The city is exploring a registration program to track businesses and crack down on locations generating excessive public safety and code violations.
Comprehensive Commercial Economic Master Plan
Council discussed a new eight-district economic master plan to guide commercial growth and zoning alignment across DeSoto.
Federal Opportunity Zones 2.0 Nominations
Economic development staff presented three eligible census tracts for recommendation under updated federal Opportunity Zone legislation to attract investment and create jobs.