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Granbury Recall Hearings Sept 28
Granbury council faces recall hearings for mayor and four council members after petitioners challenge city's handling of Project Patriot.
In brief
Granbury council faces recall hearings for mayor and four council members after petitioners challenge city's handling of Project Patriot. Recall petitions targeting five officials will be heard on Sept 28 following disputes over Project Patriot transparency and governance. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Recall Hearings Set
Granbury City Council will hold public hearings on Sept 28 to review recall petitions targeting mayor and four council members.
“At the end of the day, this is about whether the people are being heard.”
Recall Petitions Challenged
City secretary and attorney initially rejected petitions due to insufficient signatures and vague allegations under Texas Election Code.
Petitioners Challenge Decision
Petitioners successfully appealed the rejection, prompting the city to notify courts to present petitions to the council for hearings.
GOP Precinct Chairman's View
Local GOP chairman calls for accountability, stating government must listen to residents and not operate behind closed doors.
“At the end of the day, this is about whether the people are being heard.”
Project Patriot Dispute
Recall effort stems from concerns over Project Patriot's transparency, environmental impacts, and improper handling of Knox Ranch land.
Hearings Under Charter
Heard under Article 4.08 of Granbury City Charter, the hearings address petitions for recall of five officials.
The one thing
Recall petitions targeting five officials will be heard on Sept 28 following disputes over Project Patriot transparency and governance.
