Council splits on Consent Agenda (Excluding Item 5D)

Consent Agenda (Excluding Item 5D)

0 yes, 0 no

Texas Water Development Board Regional Water Plan Contract

0 yes, 0 no

Postpone Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Adoption

0 yes, 0 no

Enterprise Fleet Management Agreement

0 yes, 0 no

Schaumburg & Polk EPA Grant Professional Services Selection

0 yes, 0 no

Duplichain Contractors Street and Waterline Improvements Contract

0 yes, 0 no

Union Pacific Railroad Property Acquisition

0 yes, 0 no

City-Owned Property Appraisal Services

0 yes, 0 no

Cottonwood and Hackberry Streets Improvements

Cottonwood and Hackberry streets

Improvements to streets and waterlines.

Discussed — no decision yet

water infrastructure

The city awarded an $821,826 contract to repair failing pavement and upgrade aging water lines on Cottonwood and Hackberry streets.

What it means: Total project cost is $821,826, split between street CIP funds and the water fund.

budget and tax rate approval

The city proposed its operating budget for fiscal year 2027, which includes a slight property tax rate reduction but higher overall revenue due to new property growth. The council delayed the final vote to meet public notice requirements.

What it means: Total property tax levy will increase by $598,600, with an estimated tax impact of $943.24 for a median homestead valued at $165,000.

city administration

The city partnered with Enterprise Fleet Management to replace aging light and medium-duty vehicles more frequently, reducing maintenance costs and improving safety.

What it means: Estimated savings of at least $770,000 over the first 10 years of the program.

city infrastructure and development

The city is looking to hire a consultant to modernize how the A.L. Mangham Jr. Regional Airport is run.

What it means: Local pilots, businesses that rely on the airport, and the city's overall economy.