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Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Of Orange City Council City Council Meeting
The council meeting included a discussion regarding the Sabine-to-Galveston coastal resilience project, specifically the supplemental environmental impact statement and public comment period. Additionally, updates on city events, such as the recent 'Orangetober' festival, were provided, and residents shared concerns regarding utility repairs. The council also issued proclamations recognizing Breast and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and the 80th anniversary of the Dow Sabine River Operations, highlighting their industrial heritage and community partnerships.
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The meeting included a public hearing regarding the allocation of hotel occupancy tax funding for the 2027 fiscal year. Various organizations, including the Friends of the Orange Depot, the Orange Film and Arts Festival, the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Orange Lions Club, presented funding requests for upcoming projects and events. Additionally, the council received updates on city staff announcements and upcoming community events, specifically the annual Orangetober Festival.
Sep 21, 2026·StrategicPlan
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City of Orange Comprehensive Plan 2025-2050
Envision Orange 2050 is the City of Orange's comprehensive plan, updating a previous document to define the city's long-term direction towards 2050. The plan envisions a vibrant, resilient, and welcoming city that attracts investment, creates jobs, and connects people to opportunities through strong neighborhoods, modern infrastructure, and the preservation of its unique character. Its strategic goals focus on supporting sustainable growth, enhancing community character, fostering economic resilience, improving infrastructure and public facilities, boosting mobility and safety, leveraging natural and historic assets, and strengthening preparedness against natural disasters.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Orange City Council Regular Meeting
The council meeting covered various administrative, financial, and planning matters. City announcements included information about the upcoming Orangetober Festival. Financial ordinances were passed, including the adoption of the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, a property tax rate decrease, and an amendment to the current fiscal year's budget. Resolutions were approved authorizing an amendment to the wastewater system maintenance contract with Inframark, LLC, and the construction of the Sikes Road lift station generator. The council acknowledged the Orange Economic Development Corporation's proposed budget and made several appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Additionally, the council convened in a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreement negotiations.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
