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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Sachse public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Old Heritage Park improvements and possible tournaments
Two options for the aging ballpark side of Heritage Park: a basic amenity replacement or a version adding a new lighted turf field and food truck area (~$11.7 million). Member Danielle Parker, a travel-ball parent, pushed the idea of upgrading fields to tournament standard to generate revenue; staff noted existing fields don't meet tournament criteria and turfing existing fields would cost about $750,000 each.
Land purchase adjacent to J.K. Sachse Park
The main portion of J.K. Sachse Park is wrapping up with fall tree planting, and the roughly 2.5 acres the MDD bought next to the park is being maintained while the master plan decides its future use, including possible parking and a second splash pad.
Community Center attendance and park improvements
The Community Center logged 33,000+ check-ins and 1,800+ memberships in 2025, and parks saw completed improvements plus upcoming work like Dave Sanford Park bridge repairs and added lighting and security.
Fleet management program and Heritage Park Gaga Ball pit
Staff is pricing a permanent Gaga Ball pit for Heritage Park — a low-cost amenity that fits within the current budget without new funding requests.
End of Hoopla Digital access and shift to Libby and Kanopy
The library's Hoopla app stops working for patrons September 30, and anything saved there will be gone after that. The money is being redirected into more e-books and audiobooks on Libby plus Kanopy, a new streaming service with movies, documentaries, and unlimited kids' content.
New Service Center construction at Public Works facility
The new Service Center will consolidate Parks, Public Works, and Facilities Maintenance staff. Utility shutoffs caused minor delays, but demolition starts next week and the roughly 14-month project should finish next summer.
Community Center 2025 performance
The Community Center had a big year: 1,800+ memberships, 7,100 drop-ins, 33,000+ check-ins, and about 33,000 special event attendees. A patron recognition program is rolling out on Facebook.
Heritage Park erosion and trail pavers
Shortcut trails on Heritage Park's new side have killed vegetation and caused erosion gullies. Staff is experimenting with paver trails to fix the problem and asks residents for patience while they test solutions.
Rising library usage strains services and collection
More people are using the Sachse Public Library, which is affecting service levels and how easily patrons can get items from the collection. The board discussed what that growth means for operations.
Rising e-card registrations and digital resource demand
E-card signups drove a 67% jump in new patrons, but e-book and audiobook wait times are climbing. The Library is in wait-and-see mode on card policy while the city does a broader fee survey, including whether non-resident cards should cost more.
Library Computer Use Policy revision
The updated policy lifts the ban on computer use for patrons with overdue items, adds flexible time limits, and creates an appeal process for suspended privileges. Good news if you've ever been locked out over a late book.