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Floresville City Council Regular Meeting – September 9, 2026

City Council — Wednesday, September 9, 2026

BodyFloresville, Texas

SessionCity Council

DateWednesday, September 9, 2026

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Unassigned speaker

0:26

Hi.

Speaker 1

0:28

Is uh that one over

Unassigned speaker

0:49

there.

Unassigned speaker

1:00

Good evening, City of

Speaker 2

1:01

Floorsville.

1:01

I'm gonna go over the rules of procedure, conduct, and decorum at meetings.

1:06

Please silence your mobile device and refrain from using them during the meeting.

1:10

Audience participation is limited to the role of observers, except during designated comment periods, or if requested or invited to address the city council.

1:21

Members of the public speaking during comment periods or invited to speak shall remain behind the podium while speaking and shall conduct themselves with proper respect and decorum.

1:32

Each member of the public shall be limited to five minutes to make remarks during the general comments periods and one minute following each consideration and action item.

1:52

Profane, insulting, or threatening language, including racial, ethnic, or gender slurs, will not be tolerated.

Speaker 1

4:38

This is our regular meeting for come to the ninth twenty twenty-six.

Unassigned speaker

5:00

Councilwoman Dora Barra Cantu, Councilman Mario Morones, uh Mayor Pro Tin Francis Flores, Councilperson Felix Cantu.

Speaker 1

5:08

And uh on Zoom is Mr.

5:10

Councilperson Lambert Lambert.

5:14

Um, we will start with the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

5:19

So if you everyone would stand, please.

5:24

Heavenly Father, we come to you today, asking for your guidance, wisdom, and support as we begin this meeting.

5:34

Our Father, who are teen heaven, hallow be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Speaker 3

5:43

Give us this day our daily bread and forgive

Speaker 1

5:46

us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.

Unassigned speaker

5:57

Speaker 1

5:57

declare diligence to

Speaker 3

5:59

the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

Speaker 1

6:12

Honor the Texas flag.

Unassigned speaker

6:29

Again, welcome

Speaker 1

6:30

everyone, and thank you for being

Unassigned speaker

6:32

here.

Speaker 1

6:35

At this time, any person wishing to address the city council on agenda or non-agenda items may do so.

6:42

Speakers are requested to state their name and address for the record.

6:47

Public comments are limited to five minutes per individual in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

6:54

The City Council may not deliberate or take action on any matter that is not posted on the agenda.

7:00

However,

Unassigned speaker

7:01

the

Speaker 1

7:01

council may direct staff to place the item on a future agenda for discussion or action, if appropriate.

Unassigned speaker

7:10

Speaker 1

7:10

do I have any citizens' comments or public comments.

Speaker 4

7:22

Where's my timekeeper?

Speaker 1

7:25

Will you state your name, please?

Speaker 4

7:27

Jason Talley.

Unassigned speaker

7:28

Speaker 4

7:29

1033 C Street, Florenceville, Texas.

7:35

Mayor and member of the city council.

7:38

For the record, my name is Jason Talley.

7:40

I'm the owner of Tally Benefits Insurance Group.

7:42

I'm here because uh City Manager Andrew Munoz publicly stated during the August 26th meeting that my company had not been responsive to the city's employee benefit needs.

7:53

That was a false statement.

7:54

That was basically a lie about the responsiveness of my business, and I will not allow that statement to go uncontested.

8:02

I've spent 32 years building a business in this community based on integrity, honesty, service, and trust.

8:07

I first met Mr.

8:08

Munoz around August, I'm sorry, March 5th.

8:11

My first meeting found him to be abrasive with little interest in reviewing the city's existing benefits or allowing me to bring him up to date on things.

8:19

I left that meeting believing it was only a matter of time before the city's business was moved outside the community.

8:26

Unfortunately, my intuition proved accurate.

8:29

Nevertheless, we continued our

Unassigned speaker

8:31

job.

Speaker 4

8:32

On June 1st, I sent Mr.

8:34

Munoz a proposal designed to save the city money by removing commissions and moving to a flat consulting fee of less than 2%.

8:42

I received no response.

8:43

I followed up by phone later in June.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting

Procedural██████████████████████████████████████38%

Personnel Matters███████████████15%

Pending Litigation███████████11%

Budget Equity Analysis██████████10%

Engineering And Infrastructure█████████9%

Mental Health Awareness█████5%

Waste Management████4%

Fiscal Sustainability████4%

Zoning Changes██2%

Summary of Proceedings

Floresville City Council Regular Meeting – September 9, 2026

The Floresville City Council convened in regular session on September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers, adjourning at 8:41 PM. The meeting included public comments from local insurance brokers contesting the city manager's characterization of their service, public hearings on a zoning change and the proposed tax rate (the tax rate hearing was postponed), presentations on the Republic Services CPI and employee benefits changes, approval of a suicide awareness proclamation, authorization of a parking lot design contract, a tabled replat, a discussion on staffing and compensation following budget reductions, and a record vote on the proposed tax rate for advertisement purposes. The council also met in executive session and took no action on the matters discussed.

Consent Calendar

Approved the minutes of the August 26, 2026 regular council meeting (5‑0 vote).

Public Comments & Testimony

Jason Talley and Michelle Talley of Talley Benefits Insurance Group spoke during public comments. Jason Talley asserted that City Manager Andrew Munoz made a false statement during the August 26 meeting when he claimed Talley Benefits had been unresponsive to the city's benefit needs. Mr. Talley detailed his interactions with the city manager, stating that he initiated all communication and submitted a proposal to reduce commissions to a consulting fee under 2% in June 2026, which received no response. He emphasized that his firm is a full‑service local agency with the same market access as the new broker, and that the change cost employees more out‑of‑pocket costs. Michelle Talley characterized the new benefit packet as one of the poorest she had seen, with deductibles up to $6,000, and argued employees were not given cost sheets to take home. Both expressed strong opposition to the broker change and defended their responsiveness and reputation.

Public Hearings

Zoning Change (105 Sparrow Lane): The council opened a public hearing on a request by Minard II, LLC to rezone a 0.544‑acre tract from R‑1 Residential to B Business. No members of the public spoke. No subsequent action was taken on the request at this meeting.
Proposed Property Tax Rate: The council postponed the public hearing on the proposed tax rate to a special meeting on September 28, 2026, by a 5‑0 vote to allow time for procedural requirements.

Discussion Items

Republic Services CPI Presentation: Finance Director presented a 4.7% CPI increase from Republic Services, raising the residential refuse rate from $23.69 to $24.80 (a $1.31 increase). The item was informational; legal review of the franchise agreement was requested for potential negotiation.
Health Insurance and Employee Benefits Program: Council Member Morones initiated discussion of the recent change in the city's insurance broker, leading to a heated exchange with the city manager over whether the previous broker, Jason Talley, had been properly consulted. The meeting was recessed for five minutes to restore order. After reconvening, no formal action was taken on the broker change, but the council discussed the lack of documentation provided to them regarding the new plan's savings.
Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month Proclamation: Representatives of Camino Real Community Services presented the proclamation, noting that suicide is the leading cause of death in the US with over 49,000 annual deaths, and that rural Texas experiences rates up to 30 per 100,000 population. The council unanimously approved Proclamation No. 2026‑020.
City Hall Parking Lot Improvements: The council approved Task Order No. 01 with TRC Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $46,750 for design of repaving, restriping, new water and electrical conduit, and erosion stabilization. Approved 5‑0.
Stuman Replat: The proposed replat of 6.628 acres was tabled to the September 23 meeting after it was discovered that the agenda packet contained documents for a different property (105 Sparrow Lane). Tabled by a 5‑0 vote.
City Staffing and Compensation: Council Member Lamberth requested discussion on new and vacant positions, salary increases, and the financial impact of recent hiring after budget reductions. City Manager Munoz explained that reductions included realigning a position to the FEDC and terminating some contracts, while new director positions were approved via a budget amendment. He noted the general fund owes $1.3 million to the street maintenance fund and that additional cuts may be needed if the tax rate is not increased. No formal action was taken.
Proposed Tax Rate Record Vote: To proceed with the truth‑in‑taxation process, the council held a record vote on the proposed property tax rate of $0.445729 per $100 valuation, an increase of 2.5 cents over the no‑new‑revenue rate. On a median home valued at $225,822, this would mean an estimated annual increase of $58.38. The motion carried with a 4‑2 individual roll‑call: Councilmembers Dora Cantu (yes), Morones (no), Lamberth (no), Flores (yes), Felix Cantu (yes), and Mayor Cantu (yes). This vote does not adopt the rate but allows the city to advertise for the required public hearing.

Key Outcomes

Approved: Meeting minutes (August 26, 2026); Suicide Awareness Proclamation; Task Order for City Hall parking lot design; Proposed tax rate for advertisement (4‑2 record vote).
Postponed: Public hearing on proposed tax rate (to September 28); Ordinance Nos. 2026‑024 and 2026‑025 (to September 28); Stuman Replat (to September 23).
No action taken: Zoning change request (hearing held, no vote); Broker change discussion; Staffing discussion; Executive session items (Arbor Fields, grievances, confidentiality) – direction given to city attorney on one matter.
Next Steps: City attorney to review Republic Services contract; Finance department to provide updated fee schedule with prior fees; City manager to circulate staffing details to council; Special meeting scheduled for September 28, 2026 (Monday) for tax rate hearing and related ordinances.

Meeting Transcript

Hi. Is uh that one over there. Good evening, City of Floorsville. I'm gonna go over the rules of procedure, conduct, and decorum at meetings. Please silence your mobile device and refrain from using them during the meeting. Audience participation is limited to the role of observers, except during designated comment periods, or if requested or invited to address the city council. Members of the public speaking during comment periods or invited to speak shall remain behind the podium while speaking and shall conduct themselves with proper respect and decorum. Each member of the public shall be limited to five minutes to make remarks during the general comments periods and one minute following each consideration and action item. Profane, insulting, or threatening language, including racial, ethnic, or gender slurs, will not be tolerated. This is our regular meeting for come to the ninth twenty twenty-six. Councilwoman Dora Barra Cantu, Councilman Mario Morones, uh Mayor Pro Tin Francis Flores, Councilperson Felix Cantu. And uh on Zoom is Mr. Councilperson Lambert Lambert. Um, we will start with the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. So if you everyone would stand, please. Heavenly Father, we come to you today, asking for your guidance, wisdom, and support as we begin this meeting. Our Father, who are teen heaven, hallow be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. I declare diligence to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. Honor the Texas flag. Again, welcome everyone, and thank you for being here. At this time, any person wishing to address the city council on agenda or non-agenda items may do so. Speakers are requested to state their name and address for the record. Public comments are limited to five minutes per individual in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. The City Council may not deliberate or take action on any matter that is not posted on the agenda. However, the council may direct staff to place the item on a future agenda for discussion or action, if appropriate. So do I have any citizens' comments or public comments. Where's my timekeeper? Will you state your name, please? Jason Talley. Uh 1033 C Street, Florenceville, Texas. Mayor and member of the city council. For the record, my name is Jason Talley. I'm the owner of Tally Benefits Insurance Group. I'm here because uh City Manager Andrew Munoz publicly stated during the August 26th meeting that my company had not been responsive to the city's employee benefit needs. That was a false statement. That was basically a lie about the responsiveness of my business, and I will not allow that statement to go uncontested. I've spent 32 years building a business in this community based on integrity, honesty, service, and trust. I first met Mr.

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Floresville City Council Regular Meeting – September 9, 2026

Consent Calendar

Approved the minutes of the August 26, 2026 regular council meeting (5‑0 vote).

Public Comments & Testimony

Jason Talley and Michelle Talley of Talley Benefits Insurance Group spoke during public comments. Jason Talley asserted that City Manager Andrew Munoz made a false statement during the August 26 meeting when he claimed Talley Benefits had been unresponsive to the city's benefit needs. Mr. Talley detailed his interactions with the city manager, stating that he initiated all communication and submitted a proposal to reduce commissions to a consulting fee under 2% in June 2026, which received no response. He emphasized that his firm is a full‑service local agency with the same market access as the new broker, and that the change cost employees more out‑of‑pocket costs. Michelle Talley characterized the new benefit packet as one of the poorest she had seen, with deductibles up to $6,000, and argued employees were not given cost sheets to take home. Both expressed strong opposition to the broker change and defended their responsiveness and reputation.

Public Hearings

Zoning Change (105 Sparrow Lane): The council opened a public hearing on a request by Minard II, LLC to rezone a 0.544‑acre tract from R‑1 Residential to B Business. No members of the public spoke. No subsequent action was taken on the request at this meeting.

Proposed Property Tax Rate: The council postponed the public hearing on the proposed tax rate to a special meeting on September 28, 2026, by a 5‑0 vote to allow time for procedural requirements.

Discussion Items

Republic Services CPI Presentation: Finance Director presented a 4.7% CPI increase from Republic Services, raising the residential refuse rate from $23.69 to $24.80 (a $1.31 increase). The item was informational; legal review of the franchise agreement was requested for potential negotiation.

Health Insurance and Employee Benefits Program: Council Member Morones initiated discussion of the recent change in the city's insurance broker, leading to a heated exchange with the city manager over whether the previous broker, Jason Talley, had been properly consulted. The meeting was recessed for five minutes to restore order. After reconvening, no formal action was taken on the broker change, but the council discussed the lack of documentation provided to them regarding the new plan's savings.

Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month Proclamation: Representatives of Camino Real Community Services presented the proclamation, noting that suicide is the leading cause of death in the US with over 49,000 annual deaths, and that rural Texas experiences rates up to 30 per 100,000 population. The council unanimously approved Proclamation No. 2026‑020.

City Hall Parking Lot Improvements: The council approved Task Order No. 01 with TRC Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $46,750 for design of repaving, restriping, new water and electrical conduit, and erosion stabilization. Approved 5‑0.

Stuman Replat: The proposed replat of 6.628 acres was tabled to the September 23 meeting after it was discovered that the agenda packet contained documents for a different property (105 Sparrow Lane). Tabled by a 5‑0 vote.

City Staffing and Compensation: Council Member Lamberth requested discussion on new and vacant positions, salary increases, and the financial impact of recent hiring after budget reductions. City Manager Munoz explained that reductions included realigning a position to the FEDC and terminating some contracts, while new director positions were approved via a budget amendment. He noted the general fund owes $1.3 million to the street maintenance fund and that additional cuts may be needed if the tax rate is not increased. No formal action was taken.

Proposed Tax Rate Record Vote: To proceed with the truth‑in‑taxation process, the council held a record vote on the proposed property tax rate of $0.445729 per $100 valuation, an increase of 2.5 cents over the no‑new‑revenue rate. On a median home valued at $225,822, this would mean an estimated annual increase of $58.38. The motion carried with a 4‑2 individual roll‑call: Councilmembers Dora Cantu (yes), Morones (no), Lamberth (no), Flores (yes), Felix Cantu (yes), and Mayor Cantu (yes). This vote does not adopt the rate but allows the city to advertise for the required public hearing.

Key Outcomes

Approved: Meeting minutes (August 26, 2026); Suicide Awareness Proclamation; Task Order for City Hall parking lot design; Proposed tax rate for advertisement (4‑2 record vote).

Postponed: Public hearing on proposed tax rate (to September 28); Ordinance Nos. 2026‑024 and 2026‑025 (to September 28); Stuman Replat (to September 23).

No action taken: Zoning change request (hearing held, no vote); Broker change discussion; Staffing discussion; Executive session items (Arbor Fields, grievances, confidentiality) – direction given to city attorney on one matter.

Next Steps: City attorney to review Republic Services contract; Finance department to provide updated fee schedule with prior fees; City manager to circulate staffing details to council; Special meeting scheduled for September 28, 2026 (Monday) for tax rate hearing and related ordinances.

Meeting Transcript