The meeting agenda includes a public hearing and potential adoption of an ordinance concerning property replatting and rezoning. Key discussion items involve the engagement of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe as bond counsel, including the associated Resolution 2026-04. The commission will also review the Fire Quarterly Report, discuss the implementation of a Junior Firefighter Program, receive a report from the City Manager, and address the payment of bills.
Jul 13, 2026·Board meeting
Carthage City Commission Regular Session Minutes
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The commission scheduled a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for property on Forsythe Street. They also approved Resolution 2026-03, authorizing the City Manager to apply for financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board. The engagement letter with Orrick for bond counsel services was tabled. The commission reviewed the May financial statements for the General and Water Funds and received the City Manager's report, which included updates on project status and emergency water line repairs from Lake Murvaul. Finally, the commission approved the payment of outstanding bills.
Jun 18, 2026·Board meeting
Carthage City Commission Special Session Meeting
The Commission met in an executive session to consult with the City Attorney regarding legal matters. Following the executive session, the commission voted to provide Panola County with a ninety-day notice of intent to terminate the Interlocal Agreement for the management and operation of the Solid Waste Transfer Station.
Jun 8, 2026·Board meeting
Carthage City Commission Regular Session Meeting
The commission addressed several municipal matters, including the approval of a vehicle-for-hire transportation permit for Hitch It Rideshare Services and the final reading of an ordinance regulating temporary street closures for community events. A contract with GameTime was approved for new playground and pavilion equipment. Additionally, the commission confirmed appointments for various boards and commissions. Significant discussion took place regarding an amendment to an interlocal agreement with Panola County to prohibit commercial dumping at the city transfer station, as well as an amendment to the exclusive franchise agreement with Waste Connections Lone Star, Inc. The meeting also included a presentation of financial statements and the City Manager's operational project updates.
