Jeremy H. Gooch

The meeting included the consideration and potential adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-04-01, which amends the city code concerning Animal Control. Key discussion topics included revising definitions for dangerous and aggressive dogs, establishing a formal process for dog designations and appeals, expanding enforcement authority for police and animal control officers, strengthening requirements for secure enclosures, and providing mechanisms for restitution and cost recovery for incidents involving animal attacks.

The council conducted a regular meeting to address several municipal items. Actions included the administration of oaths for new councilmembers, election of a Mayor Pro Tempore, and reviews of various departmental reports including police, administration, water, and municipal court. The council approved the award of an RFP for grant administration services related to a FEMA hazard mitigation project. Additionally, the council granted conditional approval for the preliminary plat of the River Oaks Villas subdivision, approved an ordinance to amend the city fee schedule regarding utility rates, and authorized street rehabilitation improvements. Budgetary and financial status reports were also reviewed.

The council considered the adoption of Resolution No. 2026-04-03, which seeks to update multiple Troy Police Department policies to align with the Texas Police Chiefs Association's best practices. The discussion centered on three specific policies: vehicle pursuits, sex offender registration, and response to active shooter situations. The modernization effort aims to improve professional standards, ensure lawful compliance, and clarify officer responsibilities during high-stakes incidents. No immediate fiscal impact was identified, and the resolution is recommended for approval by staff.

The meeting featured discussions on community service projects, including the solicitation of quilt donations for the Quilt of Valor ceremony, the collection of gently used clothing for a church garage sale, and food donations for a local food pantry. Additionally, guests from the Troy High School AP Language and Communications class provided an invitation to an upcoming Senior Citizen Forum.

The Council discussed various departmental reports including updates on the police department modernization, city administration activities, water and wastewater operations, and court statistics. Action items included adopting resolutions for updated police department policies, accepting a water line in the River Oaks subdivision, approving a change order for the Church Street Rehabilitation Project, authorizing the negotiation for the acquisition of real property at 202 E. Bell Street, and amending the Code of Ordinances regarding animal control regulations.