Mesquite council hears preliminary findings on North Gus/Thomason corridor study City staff and a consultant presented early findings from a corridor study that maps four subareas along North Gus/Thomason, highlights demographic and market data, and recommends small‑scale retail, streetscape and catalyst projects to increase walkability and capture currently passing traffic.

A new study reveals exciting opportunities to revitalize the North Gus/Thomason corridor, aiming to transform high commuter traffic into thriving local commerce.

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Planning commission recommends PD amendment to allow Long Creek data center, forwards measure to council The Mesquite Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a planned development amendment to allow a single-building data center on roughly 28 acres along Long Creek Road, endorsing reduced parking and a 20-foot screening wall; the measure will go to City Council March 16.

A new data center is set to transform Mesquite's East Tract, featuring innovative designs and reduced parking standards that could reshape the neighborhood.

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City Council approves $280K spray pad project at Evans Park despite data-driven concerns City prioritizes Evans Park for new spray pad despite master plan suggesting alternative locations.

The Mesquite City Council's decision to allocate $280,000 for a spray pad at Evans Park is stirring controversy as concerns mount over ignoring the parks master plan.

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City Council explores new rec center plans amid rising concerns over distracted driving City explores solutions for distracted driving and plans study for new recreation center needs.

Mesquite City Council is tackling rising traffic safety concerns while exploring plans for a new recreation center, but are state laws limiting their options?

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Mesquite City Council debates $5 million police training facility amid real estate concerns City debates $5 million police training facility amid concerns over real estate and funding options.

The Mesquite City Council is torn over a proposed $5 million police training facility, weighing public safety against pressing financial concerns.

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City Council debates $23M revitalization plan including Blackwood Park upgrades and citywide cameras City plans $23 million revitalization, including Blackwood Park redevelopment and citywide camera installation.

Mesquite's City Council is tackling a $23 million revitalization plan, including upgraded street lights, a new playground at Blackwood Park, and a citywide camera program aimed at boosting public safety.

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