Carol Pernsteiner

The meeting covered several operational and financial topics. The financial condition review indicated checking account balances as of December 31, 2025, totaling $1,526,257.06, and total savings/checking/CD accounts at $1,714,535.88, with the Treasurer's report accepted. Vouchers numbered 11561 through 11578 were approved for audit. In road maintenance, it was reported that the sand shed and fuel tanks were filled, and plans were made to inspect ice blades and adjust dumpster placement regarding roof drainage. There were no visitors, citizens, or delegations present.

The meeting included an annual update on the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program, detailing its components, regulatory framework under TCEQ, and the status of the stormwater management plan, which was updated in July 2019 and is awaiting final notice of intent issuance from TCEQ. The Fire Department report covered January statistics, including a high number of calls due to a recent severe weather event that caused broken sprinkler pipes and burst water pipes in residences. The Chief also highlighted safety concerns regarding the improper use of gasoline generators indoors, which led to a carbon monoxide alarm. The department also assisted residents with insulin storage during power outages and manually opening battery-operated garage doors. Furthermore, the Fire Department assisted Public Works with road salting/gravel application and distributed firewood to residents. Future considerations discussed included purchasing spare oxygen tanks for loan to residents and establishing dedicated fuel storage for the diesel generator during emergencies.

The meeting covered financial matters, including a review of the checking account balance and acceptance of the Treasurer's report. Appointments of election inspectors and chief election inspectors for the 2026-2027 elections were approved, along with the appointment of members to the Planning Commission for a two-year term. A motion was passed to raise the hourly wage for both full-time and part-time road maintenance personnel, effective January 2026. Road maintenance updates included ordering road sand and fuel. Additionally, the certified survey applications for Pat Meyer/Rustic Enterprises were approved.

The meeting included a public hearing for the proposed budget for fiscal year 2122 and a public hearing on the fiscal year 2021 proposed tax rate. The council discussed the approval of meeting minutes from June 15th, July 20th, August 5th, August 12th, August 16th, August 17th and September the 2nd.

The meeting included discussion and action on several key items. The minutes from previous meetings in March and June 2022 were reviewed and approved. There was discussion regarding the renewal of terms for board members, with a deadline set for applications. Financial statements as of April, May, and June 30th, 2022, were reviewed and approved, detailing the EDC's financial status, including balances in various accounts and revenue from sales tax and interest income. Updates were provided on the resident outreach committee, including billboard advertisements and new business openings. The committee discussed confirming legal counsel and issues related to it. The EDC is pursuing new legal counsel due to a conflict of interest with the current firm.