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Topics getting the most attention in El Paso public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Council travel and p-card transparency

Council moved to publicly disclose its own travel spending on agendas, and an audit of council and staff p-card use is underway after public criticism.

2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

MediumTaxes Budget

Chapter 380 corporate incentive accountability

A resident called for a freeze on new Chapter 380 incentives and a recapture policy, citing audit findings that economic development failed to secure basic financial documentation from recipients.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

ARPA Fund Allocation Review

Council reviewed the status of federal American Rescue Plan Act recovery funds to ensure proper spending and project completion.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 12, 2026