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Residents press Temple City Council on environmental and transparency concerns related to 900-acre annexation
Summary
Residents urged the council to slow or clarify a planned annexation of about 900 acres acquired by the Temple Economic Development Corporation, citing wildlife impacts and asking for analyses and disclosures about EDC board roles.
Residents raised concerns about a planned annexation of roughly 900 acres during public comment at the Temple City Council meeting on Dec. 18, 2025. Several speakers said the land acquisition by the Temple Economic Development Corporation (EDC) could lead to long-term conversion to industrial uses and asked how the city will address environmental impacts and transparency.
Larry Boyles told the council his own 13-acre property supports what he described as “57 different species,” and asked city leaders what would be…
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