Why is the City of Mesquite annexing more land?
2. Why is the City annexing now? The City desires to annex before the area becomes heavily populated. At present the number of residents is still relatively small. However, this area of Kaufman County is experiencing an upsurge in residential development. Waiting to annex will increase the number of persons impacted. Also, decisions regarding the scale and quality of development are made long before construction actually begins. By annexing now, Mesquite can exert more influence over development proposals. 3. Doesn’t the City have to give three years notice in advance of its intent to annex new territory? No, not in this case. A three-year annexation plan and notice are not required when there are fewer than 100 tracts of land with a residence in the area to be annexed. Texas law makes this exception for annexing sparsely populated areas, such as the area under consideration. 4. What services will new residents receive? The City will start providing police, fire and other emergency ser
