The City Council deliberated on several administrative and operational items, including the approval of property sales, the acceptance of water and sewer easements for development projects, and the selection of architectural services for the Coliseum renovation. Key agenda items featured proclamations for community awareness campaigns, zoning ordinances, revisions to utility fee schedules, and budget adjustments for various city departments. Additionally, the Council engaged in a strategic planning workshop to discuss long-term development goals and reviewed financial allocations for infrastructure improvements and municipal services.
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The City Council meeting included a public comment session where residents voiced concerns regarding the establishment of data centers in the city, citing potential negative impacts on local water resources, property values, and infrastructure. Speakers requested a moratorium on data center projects, a hydrogeological study, and compliance with the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act. Additionally, issues regarding short-term rentals and city infrastructure maintenance were raised, with residents urging the council to prioritize transparency and address potential conflicts of interest.
Jun 2, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Live Stream Meeting
The City Council meeting included a proclamation for Safe Kids Week and a public comment session where citizens voiced concerns regarding scheduling overlaps with the county commissioner's court, the potential impacts of proposed data centers on local water and energy resources, and the prioritization of recreational infrastructure on the north side. The council also discussed consent agenda items, including zoning regulations for small residential lots, and received an update from the Director of Water Utilities regarding the regulation of wastewater discharges, specifically addressing the management of coolant discharges from potential data centers.
May 20, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Regular Meeting
The council discussed the second reading of ordinances to adopt land use regulations for data centers, focusing on a conditional use process for light and heavy manufacturing districts. Key discussion topics included establishing 300-foot buffer zones, requiring opaque fencing adjacent to residential districts, and limiting noise levels to 55 dB. Additionally, the council addressed rainwater and storm water collection requirements, inspection processes for construction, and the management of traffic on local streets. A public comment was provided concerning the potential environmental and health impacts of large-scale data centers, including noise, vibration, and light pollution on local residents and wildlife.
