Terrence Welch

The City of Joshua's Strategic Plan outlines a long-term direction focused on enhancing the quality of life and positioning Joshua as the 'Community of Choice' in North Central Texas. The plan is structured around four main goal categories: Governance, Public Safety, Quality of Life, and Economic Development. Key outcomes include promoting a positive city identity, ensuring professional and financially responsible services, enhancing public safety and infrastructure, fostering family-oriented community growth, planning for quality development and business diversity, and improving communications and involvement.

The proposed budget includes several key changes such as two Police Officer positions regraded to Patrol Sergeant positions, a Parks Maintenance Worker position regraded to a Parks Crew Leader position, salary increases for all employees, and TMRS modifications to achieve a more competitive plan. The budget is comprised of multiple funds including the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, Donation Fund, and Economic Development Funds. Property tax revenue is based on estimations by the Tax Assessor's Office and the Johnson County Appraisal District's certified values. Sales tax for FY2025-26 is projected to be $1,400,000, a budgeted increase of $14,000. The budget also includes a taxpayer impact statement.

The proposed annual budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026, includes discussions on property taxes, sales taxes, and various fund allocations. It covers multiple funds, including the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, Donation Fund, Economic Development Funds (Type A and Type B EDC), Court Technology, Court Building Security and Consolidated Court Security and Technology Funds, and the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund. Key changes in the FY2025-26 budget include the regrading of positions, a 3% salary increase for all employees, and TMRS modifications. The budget also outlines projected revenues, tax rates, and expenditures for various city departments.

The meeting included discussion on the budget report for April 2025, the proposed FY 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Amendment, and options to repair the Irrigation System at the City Park. There was also discussion regarding the May 24th City Park Grand Opening Event and the Parks Department April Monthly Report.

The meeting included discussions and possible actions regarding expenditures for repairs to address stormwater runoff issues from the parking lot located at Veatch Street and 12th Street. The board gave directions to proceed with soliciting bids for the project. Also, there were discussions and possible actions on amending the Facade Grant Policy, specifically regarding the minimum work required and the disbursement of funds.