Current Action Items
Join us in making a difference by supporting our current Top 4 Action Items aimed at creating a better Lubbock for everyone.
At Lubbock Citizens for Change, we believe in the power of community in action.
Our Top 4 Action Items are crucial steps towards achieving a more transparent and accountable local government.
Each action item represents a significant opportunity to address pressing issues and improve the quality of life for all Lubbock residents. By supporting these initiatives, you are helping to create a city that truly reflects the needs and desires of its citizens. By joining you will be signing up to receive information about the actions that LCC is taking to build a network of citizens willing to make their voice heard.
Current Action Items
Ideas to Build a Pool
This action urges the City to apply for funding through the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Grants Program to develop a public pool or lazy river. This initiative aims to provide affordable water entertainment to the community without requiring a tax increase.
The ORLP Grants Program, administered by the National Park Service, offers funding to urban communities for acquiring and developing land for public parks and recreation. The program focuses on enhancing outdoor recreation and entertainment for teens.
Action for Change in Law for Animal Issues
This action advocates for the reduction of wasteful spending within the city, proposing the reallocation of these funds towards the enhancement of animal control measures and the revision of existing laws to effectively address the issues of stray dogs, dangerous dogs, and stricter regulation on backyard breeders. The action we are taking further recommends the hiring of additional enforcement officers and the imposition of fines on violators as a means of generating revenue to support the program. This approach aims to ensure the city can efficiently manage and mitigate the problems associated with stray animals and unregulated breeding practices.
Enhancing Community Standards Through Strategic Enforcement
This action advocates for the strategic enforcement of existing city ordinances to generate revenue and improve community standards. By focusing on key areas such as addressing junk cars and trash in yards, controlling out of control weeds and trees, holding slumlords accountable, and regulating fireworks, we aim to tackle pressing concerns while maintaining the quality of life for all residents.
The action we are taking includes the following:
Junk Cars and Trash in Yards: Proposing stricter enforcement against abandoned vehicles and excessive trash in yards, with fines directed toward community beautification projects to restore neighborhood appearance and property values.
Out-of-Control Weeds and Trees: Advocating for the enforcement of ordinances that require proper maintenance of greenery to prevent safety hazards and enhance the aesthetic appeal of our neighborhoods. Fines going towards beautification projects and assistance for low income citizens for weed and tree abatement.
Holding Slumlords Accountable: Enforcing ordinances that require property owners to maintain their properties, ensuring safe living conditions for tenants and preserving neighborhood integrity. Fines collected from negligent landlords will be directed toward housing initiatives.
Fireworks Regulation: Proposing strict enforcement of fireworks regulations to reduce safety risks, with fines used to support the fire department.
To strike a balance between tradition and safety, fireworks should be allowed in Designated Safe Zones on the day of the holiday during the hours of 10:00AM to 10:00PM. Outside of these designated zones and times, strict fines should be imposed on violators of the City Ordinance.
By implementing these measures, we aim to enhance the safety, cleanliness, and overall livability of our neighborhoods while ensuring that the city’s growth is sustainable and beneficial for all residents.
Action to Reduce Crime
This action advocates for legal measures to enhance the enforcement of speed limits, curb reckless street racing, and ensure a prompt response to all criminal activities while minimizing unnecessary expenditures within the city budget. The objective is to reallocate these savings to increase the compensation for Lubbock Police Officers.
The additional revenue generated from heightened fines imposed on offenders will contribute to funding this salary increase. This adjustment is imperative to attract and retain more officers, addressing the current disparity in pay between Lubbock officers and those in neighboring jurisdictions. Presently, our police force is understaffed, resulting in diminished police services and a subsequent rise in crime throughout the city.