Mariana Longoria

The workshop discussed a budget amendment of $165,000 for street repairs and the Tier 4 responsibilities of the Public Works Supervisor, specifically removing the requirement for an Animal Control License. Animal control responsibilities were also briefly discussed, with the Chief of Police tasked with gathering resources to better define them.

The meeting addressed several key items, including planning and zoning matters such as a mobile home's fill dirt removal and a special permit request for multi-family zoning. Water bill adjustments and a request for a second driveway were approved. Monthly reports from various city departments were submitted. The council approved a conflict of interest policy, a resolution for a road closure, and a contract for a water meter replacement project. A sewer tap quote was approved, along with authorization to fill temporary positions. Funding was approved for a Christmas Eve event and utility billing adjustments. Monthly bills and grant payments were approved. In a closed session, an employee's position was changed from part-time to full-time.

The meeting addressed several key items. A special meeting was cancelled. A contract was approved with GrantWorks to administer American Rescue Plan Act funding. The lowest bid for home repairs was awarded, with discussion regarding contractor quality. The Mayor's Covid-19 declaration was approved. Directions were given for selecting bids for lift station repairs and submersible pumps. Finally, the resignations of the Assistant Public Works Supervisor and Sewer Plant Operator were accepted.

The meeting addressed various topics, including the approval of a subdivision plat, change orders for a health clinic, and administrative proposals. Discussions included the naming of the health clinic, the hiring of a part-time employee for park mowing, and the approval of a revised proposal from Metal Wood Builders. The meeting also covered utility billing adjustments, monthly bills, and monthly reports from various city departments. A closed session addressed specific requests and personnel matters, including appointments and resignations. Finally, the approval of several game rooms' eight liners was included.

The meeting included monthly reports from various city departments, a closed session to discuss an unspecified item, and several key decisions. The commission approved a tax rate of $1.03 for 2021, with a public hearing scheduled. A budget amendment was approved, along with a bid for ground storage tank repairs. The commission also approved the Lyford CISD's request to close city streets for homecoming festivities and football games. Other actions included approving utility billing adjustments, monthly bills, and appointments and resignations within the EDC-B Board and city staff. A building contract award was tabled.