Khalil Abdallah El-Halabi

The regular meeting included the presentation of the Chief's Valor Award to Assistant Chief Todd Gill for instrumental action in extinguishing a fire. Community Services and Development provided a quarterly report covering construction progress, completion dates, and inspections for the first quarter of FY 2026 (October 2025 through December 2025). The Public Safety Department presented quarterly crime statistics comparing Q4 2024 and Q4 2025, and highlighted community engagement activities. Key actions included authorizing the distribution of the Carleen Bright Endowment Fund accumulated income balance to the City; authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with McLennan County for chip sealing services on Beach Parking Area and Park II Road; and adopting Resolution R-26-01, supporting Baylor Scott and White Health's application for a Municipal Setting Designation. The Consent Agenda approved minutes from previous meetings, awarded a contract for Tater Hill Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation, approved the renewal of a Special Use Permit for a home occupation, and ratified an emergency expenditure for well motor and pump repairs.

The proceedings involved two separate council meetings. Key discussions included public commentary regarding trash and recycling service frequency, where a resident expressed support for weekly recycling pickup. A presentation was given by Frontier Access LLC regarding the transition from the Waco landfill to the new Waco landfill facility. The council handled administrative items, unanimously approving minutes from previous meetings held on November 10, 2025, and unanimously passing Resolution R2521 to cast all 62 votes for Dwayne Moss in the McLennon Central Appraisal District board of directors election. The manager's report covered updates on the Brookwood drainage project commencement, progress on the Tex sidewalk project, completion expected soon for a waterline upgrade on Sharon and Randall streets, tree trimming efforts by Encore, progress on DGERA work, the upcoming Tater Hill painting tank bid opening, and promotion for the Very Merry Woodway Christmas event.

The meeting commenced with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a Public Comment section where a candidate for Justice of the Peace introduced himself. Key actions included the unanimous approval of minutes from two separate meetings held on November 10, 2025. Furthermore, the Council adopted Resolution R-25-21, electing Dwain Moss as a Director for the McLennan Central Appraisal District for 2026. The City Manager provided updates on several ongoing projects, including the Brookwood Drainage project, the TxDOT sidewalk project, a waterline update, tree trimming progress by Oncor, and the opening of bids for the Tater Hill Tank Painting. The Council also discussed the upcoming Very Merry Woodway Christmas Event.

The Woodway Forward Comprehensive Plan, adopted on June 10, 2024, serves as a roadmap to shape the community's future and establish a lasting legacy for the City of Woodway. It outlines key strategies for Land Use, Mobility/Transportation, Economic/Fiscal matters, Housing and Neighborhoods, Downtown/Key Focus Areas, Public Infrastructure and Stormwater Management, and Community Facilities. This policy document is designed to guide future development regulations, zoning decisions, and public investments while ensuring fiscal responsibility.

The special meeting included an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. Citizens were invited to address the council, but no public comments were offered. The council convened in executive session to consult with the City Attorney regarding contemplated litigation concerning an appeal of a determination made by the City of Woodway's Board of Adjustment. Following the executive session, the council discussed and voted to appeal the December 16, 2025, decision of the Board of Adjustment in Case Number 2025-001, styled In Re Kevin Vranich, and authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to pursue the appeal. Councilmember Sury noted the desire for future training for the Board of Adjustment to prevent confusion regarding ordinance intent.