Garret Bonn

The agenda for the meeting includes ceremonial recognitions and service presentations for the Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem, the administration of oaths of office to newly-elected officials, and the presentation of election certificates. Key business items involve the approval of the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Calendar, adoption of an ordinance declaring official election results, and a zoning change request for properties on East Austin Street. Additionally, the agenda covers the election of a Mayor Pro-Tem, a quarterly update from the Chamber of Commerce, a presentation by the Native Plant Society, and an executive session to discuss legal matters, personnel, and a water supply purchase agreement.

The agenda includes public hearings for two variance and appeal requests. One request involves a variance for minimum lot width requirements in a residential district. Another request concerns an administrative appeal regarding the applicability of city sign ordinances to a construction sign. Additionally, the agenda lists a director's report as a discussion item.

The agenda includes the consideration and potential action on several Certificates of Appropriateness for various property improvements, including the installation of garage doors, construction of a screened-in porch and exterior dining space, rear additions, a pool, an outdoor kitchen, demolition of an existing structure, new residential construction, and the addition of an accessory greenhouse. Additionally, the board will review the Director's Report and discuss the determination of neglect for multiple properties.

The council meetings covered several key business items. For the sanitary sewer rehabilitation project on San Antonio Street, the council awarded a construction contract. Additionally, the annual financial audit for the previous fiscal year was presented, confirming an unqualified opinion. Discussions took place regarding the potential annexation of the Highway 290 East area and a proposal for a residential subdivision on Smokehouse Road. In subsequent meetings, the council approved an amendment to the golf fee schedule for the municipal golf course and awarded a contract for the Friendship Lane mill and overlay project. Street closure requests for Oktoberfest and the Kraut Run were authorized, and a 2018 comprehensive communication plan was approved. City management provided updates on several infrastructure and community projects, and the council entered an executive session to discuss power purchase matters as a competitive utility issue.

The meetings covered various legislative and operational topics including the adoption of a Short Term Rental Ordinance, a decision to take no action on a firearms discharge ordinance, and approval of an agreement for a TxDOT relief route feasibility study. Discussions involved zoning amendments for grocery signage, historic landmark designations, and the review of numerous hotel occupancy tax applications for various community organizations. The City Manager’s performance goals were established and evaluated, and the City Attorney’s compensation was reviewed. A retreat was held to prioritize 2018 annexation areas, discuss storm water fees, and review strategies for a sports park development.