Recognizing October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month is essential to supporting the safety and resilience of Rowlett’s residents, businesses, and public institutions. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated—and as online activity increases heading into the holiday season—raising community awareness helps reduce the risk of fraud, identity theft, and service disruptions. This proclamation reinforces the importance of learning about common cyberattack methods, practicing safe digital habits, and taking proactive steps to safeguard personal and community information. By promoting cybersecurity education and vigilance, the City of Rowlett strengthens its overall digital security posture and empowers residents to better protect themselves in an increasingly connected world.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.9/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).