Bryan McNeal

This special meeting focused on the adoption of a home rule charter for the city. The discussion covered the definition of a home rule charter, its benefits compared to general law city status, and the procedure for adopting a charter, including establishing a charter commission, drafting the charter, and holding an election for voter approval. Key advantages of a home rule charter highlighted included greater local control over governance, finances, and complex issues; the ability to utilize initiative petitions, referendums, and recall elections; and flexibility in addressing local matters not addressed by state legislature. The process for creating a charter commission, drafting the charter, and the election process were detailed, along with examples of charter provisions such as formalizing boards and commissions, establishing personnel functions and standards of conduct, and regulating municipal finance.

The Mclendon-Chisholm City Council held its regular meeting on March 27, 2018, addressing various topics including citizen comments on public safety and the MCVFD contract, approval of rate review mechanisms for Atmos Energy, and a Chapter 380 agreement with Highland Homes. Discussions also covered the formation of an Emergency Services District, emergency services committee updates, and the establishment of a social media policy. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters related to fire protection services.

The McLendon-Chisholm City Council meeting on May 28, 2019, covered various topics including an ordinance denying Oncor's proposed rate change, authorizing agreements with Ray Smith, CPA PLLC, and P3Works for accounting and PID administration services, respectively. A public hearing was scheduled for the Sonoma Public Improvement District's assessment plan, and a resolution approving a preliminary limited offering memorandum for special assessment revenue bonds was considered. Other agenda items included a preliminary plat approval for Rosini Vineyards Addition, amendments to the master fee schedule and official zoning map, and a contract for limited animal control services.

The McLendon-Chisholm City Council meeting on February 26, 2019, covered various topics including approval of meeting minutes, acceptance of audited financial statements, and discussions on public improvement districts. The council also addressed proposals for a PID administrator, bond issuances, and a joint election contract. Other agenda items included updates on the fire rescue station, surplus city assets, and code ordinance updates.

The McLendon-Chisholm City Council meeting on March 12, 2019, included the Mayor's State of the City address and Council Member Balkum's statements on the citizen survey, solid waste, recycling, and code violations. The meeting also involved discussions and actions on the 2018-2019 Citizen Survey, Council Chambers audio equipment, animal control services, and proposed updates to the City Code of Ordinances. Public hearings were held regarding proposed revisions to Chapters 10 and 14 of the City Code and the Official City Zoning Map and City Limit/Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Map.