![Newly elected Ramesh Premkumar stands with his family as he gets sworn in for Place 5 at the Coppell City Council Meeting on Tuesday. The council swore in the mayor and Places 4, 5 and 6, and approved the zoning plans of new buildings at Coppell High School.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lokhande_city-council_5.14-1200x793.jpeg)
Mayor, Places 4, 5, 6 sworn in at council meeting
Anvita Bondada, Staff Writer
• May 16, 2024
![Coppell citizens express concern over Drone usage in the district. Some common concerns might include invasion of privacy, noise pollution, potential accidents or collisions, and worries about surveillance or misuse of drones by authorities or individuals.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_6264-1200x800.jpg)
Council opting for Smart City approach in 2040
Riya Prasad
• April 28, 2024
![Candy Sheehan addressed plans to expand pickleball facilities in Coppell to provide more courts to players. The construction of a new fire station was approved and citizens urged the council to reject high-density housing during the regular session on April 9.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Citycounsil_Park_49-1200x800.jpg)
Citizens urge council to reject high-density housing, expand pickleball facilities
Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer
• April 10, 2024
![Dr. Scharlene Gaudet of Resiliency Brain Health appeals to the council to improve handicap access to her practice. The council was presented with arguments by Old Town Coppell business owners to reserve their parking spaces on weekdays during Tuesday’s meeting.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bajjuri_CityCouncil_03262024_16-1200x800.jpeg)
Residents voice concern over Old Town Coppell parking space
Nrithya Mahesh, Staff Designer
• March 27, 2024
![The Coppell DECA chapter is recognized for its accomplishments and represents Februarys career and technological education Month. The Coppell City Council held its usual meeting on Tuesday night.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screen-Shot-2024-02-29-at-9.53.50-AM-1200x798.png)
Council cancels upcoming municipal general election, declares February Career and Technical Education Month
Sohana Singh, Staff Photographer
• February 29, 2024
![In the Coppell City Council meeting on Tuesday, Irving resident Ziba Han addressed the significance of Texan families doing anything they can to help the families in Gaza, requesting the council to issue a cease-fire resolution. The meeting also included conversations about local road developments and upcoming events.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Council_Muthiah-1200x800.jpg)
Local residents request council to take action in Gaza
Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer
• February 14, 2024
![In the Coppell City Council Meeting on Tuesday, Islamic community members gathered to discuss the cease-fire resolution. The meeting also included conversations about Coppell’s Smart City initiative.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_8187-1200x800.jpeg)
Islamic community urges city council for cease-fire in Gaza with passionate appeal
Manasa Borra, Staff Designer
• January 25, 2024
![Coppell Mayor Wes Mays shakes hands with a member of the Korean Society of Dallas and Fort Worth during the official proclamation of Jan. 13 as Korean American Day in Coppell. Coppell City Council met Tuesday at Town Center.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_0207-1200x800.jpg)
Council proclaims Jan. 13 as Korean American Day, approves zoning change request
Sahasra Chakilam, News Editor
• January 10, 2024
![On Tuesday, the Coppell City Council discussed a proposal to develop a senior housing complex for citizens 55 and over living in Coppell. Photograph by Elizabeth De Santiago.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DeSantiagoCityCouncil12_12-1200x800.jpg)
City council expresses concern for senior citizen housing
Niharika Tallapaka, Staff Writer
• December 13, 2023
![Coppell Mayor Wes Mays illustrates the Coppell Municipal Court’s role in preserving public safety at the Coppell City Council meeting. Coppell City Council met Tuesday at Town Center.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nathwani_CityCouncil_2-1200x799.jpg)
Make a Child Smile benefits district students during holiday season
Katie Park, Staff Writer
• November 15, 2023
![Blackberry Farm owner discusses his position to make Blackberry Farm a gated community. The Coppell City Council held their first October meeting on Oct 10 at the Coppell City Hall. Sohana Singh](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-11-at-5.14.14-PM-1200x798.png)
Council declares October National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fire Prevention Month
Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
• October 11, 2023
![Coppell Mayor Wes Mays proclaims Oct. 3, 2023 to be “National Night Out,” a day celebrating the Coppell police and community ties in crime prevention. The Coppell City Council held its regular session on Tuesday in the council chambers at Town Center.](https://coppellstudentmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Uddin_CC_926_2-1200x800.jpg)
Mayor proclaims “National Night Out,” Council hears Oncor electricity delivery presentation
Sabah Uddin, Staff Writer
• September 27, 2023
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