Public Meetings - Watauga, Texas

The Watauga City Council held its regular meeting on March 9, 2026, at 6:36 PM at City Hall. The meeting included presentations of employee awards, approval of a consent agenda (with one dissenting vote), several action items including investment pool participation, acceptance of a clean audit, fee schedule amendments, and a tabled discussion on council travel procedures. An executive session was conducted regarding City Manager goals, with no action taken. Consent Calendar - Approved all 13 consent items (financial report for January 2026, police racial profiling report, landscape maintenance contract renewal, copier lease authorization, phone system renewal, cancellation of May 2 general election, massage permit renewals, four sets of meeting minutes, Library Board appointment, and cancellation of a special election) by a vote of 4-1-0 (one council member opposed). Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments or testimony were presented. Discussion Items - Resolution for U.S. Fixed Income Trust (TX-FIT) Participation: Finance Director Jennifer Calvert explained the resolution would authorize participation in an additional local government investment pool to maximize yields. The pool is triple-A rated by Fitch. Approved unanimously (5-0). - Annual Audit and Single Audit Acceptance: Weaver partner Jackie Gonzalez presented the results for fiscal year 2025 (October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025). An unmodified (clean) opinion was issued for both the financial statements and the federal awards single audit. Total governmental fund assets were over $47.8 million, with total fund balances over $44.3 million (including $9.4 million in the general fund). Revenues were $29.6 million, expenditures were $31.89 million. No material weaknesses or findings were noted. Audit committee reviewed results on February 24. Approved unanimously (5-0). - Ordinance Amending Various Rates and Fees (Chapter 12): Calvert presented changes to administrative fees (removing a $5 processing fee for damaged/lost items) and park and recreation fees (increasing non-resident membership by $5, increasing family-of-four membership by $20, adding $30 per additional child, adding a $5 replacement card fee, increasing camp fees for both resident and non-resident, adding a late camp pickup fee, and updating facility rental names). Approved unanimously (5-0). - Procedures for Council Training and Travel Budget: Mayor Minor introduced a subcommittee recommendation to codify travel procedures into council rules. Councilmember Blackburn moved to table the item to the next regular meeting (April 13, 2026) to finalize language with the city attorney. Tabled unanimously (5-0). Key Outcomes - Consent agenda passed 4-1-0. - Resolution for TX-FIT participation approved 5-0. - Annual Audit and Single Audit accepted 5-0. - Ordinance amending fees approved 5-0. - Discussion of travel procedures tabled to April 13, 2026. - Executive session held from 7:17 PM to 7:39 PM; no action taken on City Manager goals.

The Watauga City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chamber at 7105 Whitley Road. Roll call showed Councilmembers Blackburn, Downey, Neal, Taylor, and Hill present, with Place 5 vacant; Mayor Arthur Miner presided. The council unanimously approved the consent agenda (as amended) and an ordinance consolidating the Board of Appeals into the Board of Adjustment. The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m. Presentations & Announcements - Mayor Miner and staff presented the February Employee of the Month Award to Police Sergeant Danielle Bannock, a city employee since October 2011, cited for leadership, mentoring, and work on a major animal cruelty case. - Brad Harston received a 20-year service award for his work as a utility billing representative; he began as a meter reader. His supervisor, Morgan Roper, praised his commitment and customer service. - The mayor announced the Watauga Public Library received the Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association, noting the library placed in the top 8% of roughly 250 libraries. - The mayor also thanked public works staff for road preparation during the recent ice storm/polar vortex, acknowledged a thank-you letter from a neighboring city's mayor regarding the Watauga Fire Department, and promoted adoptable dogs at the city animal shelter. Consent Calendar - Item 1 - the Atmos Energy Corporation franchise ordinance for constructing, maintaining, and operating pipelines and equipment - was pulled from the consent agenda and deferred to the March 9, 2026 meeting. - The remaining consent items were approved unanimously, including: - TxDOT Advanced Funding Agreement for railroad crossing maintenance at US 377 (Denton Hwy) and Watauga Road. - Ordinance extending the deadline for ballot applications for the May 2, 2026 special election to fill the Place 5 City Council vacancy. - Franchise ordinance and agreement with Tri-County Electric Cooperative for electric services. - Grant application (5687201) for federal funds to purchase a 3D laser scanner for the Watauga Police Department. - Appointment of Crystal Morgan to Place 1 on the Animal Advisory Board. - Quarterly Investment Report and Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 31, 2025. Public Comments & Testimony - No requests for public comment or public testimony were made. Discussion Items - The council considered an ordinance repealing provisions for the Board of Appeals, replacing Board of Appeals references with the Board of Adjustment, and empowering the Board of Adjustment to serve as the Building Standards Commission. - Council questions focused on whether the Board of Appeals' legal authority under the building codes would carry over. City staff explained that the ordinance consolidates all quasi-judicial appellate authority into the Board of Adjustment, and the same members will serve in different capacities depending on the matter. - A motion to approve the ordinance was made and seconded, with Councilmember Downey seconding; the motion passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda as amended passed 6-0 (0 opposed, 0 abstentions). - Ordinance consolidating Board of Appeals into Board of Adjustment passed 6-0. - Atmos Energy franchise item will return on March 9, 2026. - No items were proposed for future agendas. - Meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

The Watauga City Council held a workshop meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chamber and adjourned at 5:57 PM. The primary agenda item was a presentation and discussion of the Animal Shelter Flood Study Report, led by Mr. Hackleman of city staff. The meeting focused on the current FEMA floodplain status of the existing shelter, options for improving the property, and the long-term viability of the location for animal shelter operations. No formal votes were taken, but a strong consensus emerged on next steps. Discussion Items - Animal Shelter Flood Study Report: Mr. Hackleman presented the findings of the flood study conducted by Burgess and Nichol. The current FEMA map (2019) shows the shelter building partially located in the floodway and the 1% annual chance (100-year) floodplain. Two primary mitigation options were presented: - Option 1 (Recommended): Submitting updated survey data to FEMA via a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) at a cost of approximately $4,500. This would remove the building from the floodway entirely, leaving it in the 1% floodplain. - Option 2: Clearing vegetation and regrading the creek corridor north of the bridge at a cost of approximately $380,000. This would remove the building and some nearby homes from the 1% floodplain but would introduce long-term creek maintenance liabilities and still require floodplain permits for any future expansion to the east. - Additional Context: Mr. Hackleman noted that the property lacks a gravity sewer line; connecting one would cost $900,000. He stated that properties located in a FEMA floodway typically have zero market value. - Staff Recommendation: Mr. Hackleman recommended submitting the LOMR to improve the property's status and then relocating the animal shelter to a different site in the future, citing the cumulative costs and limitations of the current property. - Council Deliberations: Council members generally agreed with the findings and the recommendation to relocate. - Council Member Taylor expressed that spending $380,000 to barely get the building out of the floodplain, plus $900,000 for sewer, was poor value for money compared to relocating. He supported the $4,500 LOMR. - Council Member Downey supported the LOMR to make the property marketable. She advocated for discussing relocation at the upcoming strategic planning meeting on February 21, 2026, and mentioned the urgency of acting before potential state legislative changes in 2027. - Council Member Hill agreed and suggested the sale of the current property could fund new construction. - Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn strongly supported relocation, describing the current facility's severe shortcomings (lack of quarantine area, inadequate storage, no break room for staff) based on his experience as a long-time volunteer. He favored a location where animals could be more easily adopted, such as near Cap Smith Park. - Council Member Neal asked about the public comment process for the LOMR and voiced concerns about the maintenance burden and erosion risks associated with creek clearing. Key Outcomes - LOMR Filing: The City Council reached a consensus to proceed with filing the Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) with FEMA at an estimated cost of $4,500 to remove the animal shelter building from the floodway. - Relocation Direction: The City Council expressed consensus to pursue relocating the animal shelter to a more suitable location within the city. - Future Discussions: The council will further explore alternative locations and a long-term plan for the animal shelter at the strategic planning session scheduled for February 21, 2026. - Staff Appreciation: Multiple council members praised the animal services staff for their exceptional work despite the limitations of the current facility.

The Watauga City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, January 12, 2026, at City Hall Council Chamber, 7105 Whitley Road. The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:40 p.m. (agenda listed 6:30 p.m.) and adjourned at 7:42 p.m. following an executive session. All council members were present except Place 5 (vacant). The meeting included employee service awards, annual department awards, recognition of holiday decorating contest winners, approval of a consent agenda with 12 items, and a public hearing item authorizing a professional services agreement for storm drain engineering design. Presentations & Awards - Service Award: Lana Yule, Library Director, was recognized for 25 years of service. Under her leadership, the Watauga Public Library has ranked in the top 19% of Texas public libraries and received the Achievement and Excellence Award for 13 consecutive years. - Employee of the Month: Tommy Sanders, Storm Drain Supervisor in Public Works, was honored for his dedication, willingness to help, and interim service as fleet services superintendent. - Annual Awards: - Above & Beyond: Scott Orwig, Animal Services – recognized for organizing and improving the shelter. - Employee of the Year: Derek Plunkett, Fire Department – cited for exceptional work ethic and leadership. - Rising Star: Natalie Kadavid, Fire Department – noted for enthusiasm and professionalism after about one year of service. - Making a Difference: Amy Chestnut, Finance – absent (ill); praised for implementing a new time clock system. - Leadership Award: Chief Jim Lewis, Police Department – absent (attending FBI Academy); lauded as a spark of positivity in the department. - Holiday Decorating Contests: Timothy Hamilton, Parks and Community Services Director, presented winners of the Spooktacular Yard Decorating Contest (Animation: Andrew Lee, 6056 Judy Drive; Spookiest: 6128 Skylark Lane; Judge’s Favorite: 6805 Bluff View Drive – tree later damaged by wind) and the Holiday of Lights Decorating Contest (Griswold: Matthew Davis, 6464 Ridgely Drive; Character Award: Timothy Dolan, 6104 Brookside Court; Animation: 7209 Carrie Lynn Drive East; Judge’s Favorite: Rodrigo Castro, 6625 Starnes Road). No Best Block winners were selected. Councilwoman Jan Hill provided gift certificates for prizes. Consent Calendar - Council approved the consent agenda unanimously (6-0) with one motion. The 12 items included: 1. Monthly Financial Report for period ending November 30, 2025. 2. Resolution approving an advanced funding agreement with TxDOT for Green Ribbon Program Phase 4 (landscaping along US 377 from Basswood Blvd to Starnes Road). 3. Ordinance amending classifications and positions in the Police Department. 4. Resolution adopting the Tarrant County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan 2025. 5. Professional Services Agreement with Dunaway Associates, LLC for Capp Smith Food Truck Project design. 6–9. Approval of meeting minutes: December 8, 2025 (regular), November 17, 2025 (special bond canvass), November 10, 2025 (regular), May 31, 2025 (special budget retreat). 10. Massage renewal permits for Golden Foot Spa and Hightower Salons. 11. Appointment of Mia Whitham to Place 4 on the Planning and Zoning Commission. 12. Appointment of Jacob White to Place 3 on the Civil Service Commission. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments or testimony were submitted. Action Item: Quail Meadow Storm Drain Engineering Design - Paul Hackleman, Director of Public Works, and Billy Winland of Burgess & Niple, Inc. presented a proposed professional services agreement for storm drain engineering design in the Quail Meadow neighborhood. The project would replace aging infrastructure, add sidewalks and driveways, and address frequent street flooding. A video showed the proposed pipeline (red line) running through Quail Meadow, Lindale, Ridgecrest, and Echo Hill. The council allocated $825,000 for engineering from the 2025 Certificates of Obligation; the total engineering cost is $1.25 million, leaving a $425,000 shortfall. Staff noted a potential partnership with a developer of the adjacent Chapman Road property to share costs if the route is altered. If full funding for construction is not approved in the next budget year, design would stop at $825,000 on September 30. The council approved the agreement unanimously (6-0). Executive Session & Reconvene - At 7:12 p.m., the council recessed into executive session under Texas Government Code §551.074 to deliberate the annual performance evaluation of the City Manager. The open meeting reconvened at 7:41 p.m., and the council took no action on the matter. The meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved 6-0. - Professional Services Agreement with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for Quail Meadow Storm Drain Engineering Design approved 6-0. - Executive session held; no action taken on City Manager evaluation. - The next regular meeting and Watauga Fest (May 14, 2026) were announced; Watauga 101 registration closes January 15.

The Watauga City Council held a workshop meeting on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers, 7105 Whitley Road. Mayor Hart Minor presided with six council members present; Place 5 was vacant. The sole agenda item was an update on the city's Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, presented by Paul Hackleman, Director of Public Works, and consultants from Burgess & Niple. No requests for public comment or testimony were made, and no formal action was taken. The workshop adjourned at approximately 6:26 p.m., with the regular council meeting scheduled for 6:40 p.m. Discussion Items - Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant and schedule: Consultant Robert Paken explained that Watauga received a second-round SS4A discretionary grant from the Federal Highway Administration in 2023. The city signed the FHWA agreement in November 2024 for a 24-month period of performance; Burgess & Niple was awarded the project in October 2025 and has been working on it for about two months. A draft report is targeted for mid-August 2026, with final plan adoption and closeout by late September/October 2026. - Crash data analysis: The consultant reported 970 total crashes citywide from 2019 to 2024, about 40% of which occurred on US 377 (Denton Highway). Those crashes were excluded from the systemic risk analysis and high-injury network so the analysis would not be dominated by a state-owned roadway, but a separate US 377 corridor safety study will be included in the plan. On city streets, there were 583 crashes over six years: 4 fatalities, 26 serious injuries, 91 minor injuries, 120 possible injuries, and 322 no-injury crashes. Watauga has about 83 miles of roadway, about 80% local streets, about 130 miles of sidewalk, approximately 78% of centerline miles with sidewalks on both sides, 560 intersections, 22 all-way stop-controlled intersections, 518 two-way stop-controlled intersections, 20 traffic signals, 4 at-grade rail crossings, and 6 enhanced crosswalks. The crash density was about 1.17 crashes per mile per year. Total crashes trended slightly upward, while severe crashes were flat or slightly downward, averaging about 5 severe crashes and about 97 total crashes per year. - Emphasis areas: Based on the Texas Strategic Highway Safety Plan, the analysis groups crashes into seven emphasis areas; the top concerns identified for Watauga were intersection-related, speed-related, lane departure, and distracted-driving crashes. The consultant noted that one crash can be assigned to multiple emphasis areas, so the percentages are not additive. - Council member input: Council members asked the consultant to examine whether intersection crashes increased after red-light cameras were removed by the 2019 Legislature, to break out crashes at Rufe Snow intersections, and to look for correlations among intersections, speed, and red-light running. A council member requested data on aggressive driving and distracted-driving trends. Councilwoman Downing expressed concern about excluding US 377 from the core analysis because first responders regularly handle serious crashes there, and she highlighted lane-departure dangers and cut-through traffic on High Tower Road. Councilman Taylor prioritized speed-related crashes, described traffic on High Tower Road and the Rufe Snow/High Tower hook as dangerous, and reiterated his support for lowering residential speed limits to 20 mph. The mayor and other members described the 377/Water Burger area as a high-risk location and asked that the 377 corridor study include TxDOT input. - Vision, goal, and objective: The consultant presented draft vision statement options such as 'safe streets for a great place to live.' Council members generally felt they needed more time and public input before choosing a vision, goal, and objective; Councilwoman Downing asked that the matter go through strategic planning, and Councilman Neal said it was difficult to respond to two months of consultant work in a one-hour presentation. Councilman Taylor offered 'safety without exception' as a draft vision. - Safe System Approach and zero deaths: The consultant described the federal Safe System Approach, which aims for zero traffic deaths and serious injuries through layers of protection. He noted that calendar years 2021 and 2023 included 356 days with zero fatalities or serious injuries, and that there were 186 consecutive days without a fatal or serious-injury crash from December 27, 2022 through July 1, 2023, suggesting zero deaths is attainable. - Community engagement survey: A short eight-question survey and an online comment map were developed. The survey takes two to three minutes and will be open through Wataugafest; the consultant requested council members take it and encourage residents to respond. Next steps include launching the survey, finalizing the systemic risk analysis, high-injury network, and US 377 corridor study, identifying engineering and non-engineering countermeasures, and planning a pop-up engagement booth at Wataugafest. Key Outcomes - No votes or formal council actions were taken at the workshop. - The council did not adopt a vision, goal, or objective; it directed that these be discussed further at a strategic planning retreat and with citizen input. - The consultant will incorporate requested follow-up analyses, including red-light-camera-era comparisons, Rufe Snow intersection details, speed/red-light-running correlations, distracted-driving trends, aggressive-driving data, and the separate US 377 corridor study. - The city will promote the eight-question survey and comment map, with public engagement continuing through Wataugafest; the draft Comprehensive Safety Action Plan is expected around mid-August 2026, with final adoption and closeout by October 2026.

The Watauga City Council held a regular meeting on December 8, 2025, at 6:30 PM at City Hall Council Chambers. The meeting covered consent agenda approvals, public comment regarding the Tarrant Appraisal District (TAD), nominations and voting for TAD board positions, and a contract award for water meter retrofits. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes from multiple past meetings (July 28, July 30, August 4, August 11, November 10, 2025). - Approved monthly financial report for October 2025. - Approved amendment to the Watauga Economic Development Corporation's FY2025-2026 budget. - Approved Mayor's appointment of Charlie Trotter to the Library Advisory Board, Place 5. - Approved resolution to submit grant application (5639901) for bullet-resistant vehicle components for Police Department. - Approved ordinance amending Firefighter classification positions for Watauga Fire Department. Public Comments & Testimony - Eric Crow (address stated for record) spoke during public comment about the two TAD agenda items. He provided information about the nomination process for the vacant TAD board position (Alan Blalock's vacancy) and the upcoming election for expiring terms. He noted that only one other candidate (Kezia Ferrara) had been nominated by other entities so far, and discussed the lack of a clear recall mechanism for the vacancy appointment. He offered to answer further questions. Discussion Items - Action Item 1 - Nomination to Fill TAD Board Vacancy: Council debated whether to nominate a candidate to fill the unexpired term (through December 31, 2027) created by Alan Blalock's resignation. Legal counsel clarified that the TAD board must select from submitted nominees. After discussion, a motion to take no action failed (1-5). Subsequently, Councilman Taylor nominated Saida Sayed, seconded by Councilman Shelburn. The motion to approve a resolution nominating Ms. Sayed passed 5-1. - Action Item 2 - Cast Watauga's Ballot for TAD Board of Directors (for expiring terms): Council considered a resolution to cast the city's five votes for the TAD board election. Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn nominated Eric Crow. The motion passed unanimously (6-0). - Action Item 3 - Contract Award for Water Meter Retrofit to AMI: Finance Director Jennifer Calvert presented the recommendation to award a $307,524 contract to US Bronco Services Inc. for retrofitting water meters with automatic meter infrastructure (AMI). The contract was the highest-scoring RFP response (99.67 score). The project is expected to start in early January 2026 and take about five months, with a liquidated damages clause of $200/day for delays. The motion to approve passed unanimously (6-0). Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously (6-0). - Saida Sayed nominated for TAD board vacancy (5-1). - Resolution passed to cast all five Watauga votes for Eric Crow in the TAD board election (6-0). - Contract awarded to US Bronco Services Inc. for AMI retrofit (6-0). - Council agreed to place a citizen request regarding garage sale sign limitations on a future agenda for spring consideration.

The Watauga City Council held a special meeting on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 12:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers to canvass the results of the November 4, 2025 bond election. Council members present were Lovey Downey (Place 3), Mark Taylor (Place 6), and Jan Hill (Place 7). The sole action item was consideration of a resolution to canvass the returns and declare the results. The meeting adjourned at 12:04 PM. Action Item: Bond Election Canvass The presiding officer (Mayor) presented the vote totals for two propositions: - Proposition A: Early voting – 501 in favor, 825 against; Election day – 565 in favor, 747 against; Total: 1,066 in favor, 1,572 against – Proposition failed. - Proposition B: Early voting – 468 in favor, 858 against; Election day – 528 in favor, 773 against; Total: 996 in favor, 1,631 against – Proposition failed. Councilmember Downey made a motion to accept the vote canvass as read, which was seconded. The motion passed unanimously with 3 votes in favor, 0 against, and 0 abstentions. Key Outcomes - The Council approved the resolution canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the November 4, 2025 bond election. - Both Proposition A and Proposition B were defeated. - The presiding officer noted that approximately 2,600 citizens voted and expressed hope for higher turnout in future elections.

The Watauga City Council met on Monday, November 10, 2025, in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda listed a 6:30 p.m. start; the transcript records the call to order at 6:50 p.m. After an invocation by Pastor Dennis Surratt and the Pledge of Allegiance, all present council members answered roll call. The meeting included a bond outcome announcement, community resource announcements, two presentations, a consent agenda, four action items, an executive session, and a future-agenda request. All votes taken in open session were unanimous. Announcements - Mayor Art Miner thanked city staff for bond election outreach and noted that 2,600 Watauga voters participated but the bond received 40% support; he said the city would continue working toward a future election. - Council members discussed community help during the federal government shutdown, including a free Thanksgiving dinner at Joe's Cafe, a senior Friendsgiving at the Watauga Recreation Center, food and pet supply pantries, and assistance resources. They also encouraged animal adoptions and noted the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. - Upcoming events mentioned included Hometown Christmas on December 6 and Watauga Fest in 185 days. Presentations - Rachel Slusser, representing Academy 4, presented on the nonprofit's mentoring programs in Birdville ISD, including Watauga and Hardeman Elementary. She said 16% of children in DFW live in poverty and about 80% of students at the Title I schools served are from low-income households. Academy 4 currently serves about 4,700 fourth graders across 60 schools with approximately 5,900 volunteers, and Hardeman Elementary is short about 20 mentors. Other statistics cited: 92% of mentored students are more likely to volunteer regularly and 75% are more likely to hold leadership positions. The next Academy 4 session is November 21. No action was taken. - City staff presented Ridley Campbell, City Marshal, as Employee of the Month for November, recognizing his 34 years of service. Public Comments & Testimony - Eric Cryl, a resident, thanked the Council for nominating him and said he would continue seeking a seat on the appraisal district (TAD) board. He stated he does not support firing the chief appraiser during the ongoing software conversion, and he voiced support for returning to annual property reappraisals. - No public testimony speakers addressed the Council on action items. Consent Calendar - All 12 consent items were approved unanimously by one motion: award of a contract to Burgess & Niple for a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan; approval of meeting minutes from May 12, August 11, September 8 (workshop and regular), and October 13; the Monthly Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report for the period ending September 30, 2025; Dell and CDWG equipment purchases under state contracts; a gym floor replacement at Hector F. Garcia Community Center with a total cost not to exceed $145,000; a Professional Services Agreement with Burgess & Niple; and purchase of a new Type I MICU ambulance with declaration of the 2018 Dodge Ram 5500 ambulance as surplus. Discussion Items - Boarding homes ordinance: The Council unanimously adopted an ordinance requiring boarding/group homes to register and comply with building, fire, and safety codes. Fire Chief Randy Barkley said it was a collaborative effort among fire, police, code, and building departments. Council members raised concerns about the broad definition and the impact on senior-care and hospice homes, about emergency relocation costs for displaced residents, and about coordination with state agencies. Staff and the City Attorney clarified that qualifying facilities cannot be excluded from residential areas under state law and that inspections would be subject to constitutional limits. The motion was made by Councilwoman Downey and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Blackburn. - 2024 International Fire Code: The Council unanimously adopted the 2024 International Fire Code with local amendments. Chief Barkley explained the update from the 2021 code, alignment with the 2024 building code, and a move to annual fire permits. Councilman Neal thanked staff for the summary of code changes. Motion by Councilman Shelburne, second by Councilwoman Downey. - Chapter 12 rate and fee amendments: The Council unanimously approved an ordinance amending several sections of Chapter 12 to update rates and fees. No discussion was held. Motion by Councilman Neal, second by Councilman Shelburne. - AMI project purchase: The Council unanimously approved the purchase of Badger M25 encoders, connectors, cellular endpoints, and miscellaneous parts from Atlas Utility Supply Company for approximately $1.9 million. Finance Director Jennifer Calvert said the equipment is sole-sourced through Atlas in North Texas and that the project retrofits the existing system rather than replacing all meters. Councilwoman Hill thanked staff for reducing costs. Motion by Councilman Shelburne, second by Councilwoman Downey. Executive Session - The Council recessed into executive session at 8:02 p.m. under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to discuss the annual performance evaluation of the City Secretary. The meeting reconvened at 8:41 p.m., and the Council took no action on the item. Items for Future Agendas - Council Member Blackburn requested a review of the animal control ordinance, specifically regarding the dumping of animals. Key Outcomes - Approved the entire consent agenda unanimously. - Adopted the boarding homes ordinance unanimously (6-0-0). - Adopted the 2024 International Fire Code with local amendments unanimously (6-0-0). - Approved Chapter 12 fee amendments unanimously (6-0-0). - Approved the AMI project equipment purchase unanimously (6-0-0). - Took no action on the City Secretary's annual performance evaluation. - Agreed to consider future review of animal control regulations concerning animal dumping. - Adjourned at 8:42 p.m.