Abilene, TX

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on October 22, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Awards: • Mike Perry - 35 Years - Office of Professional Standards • Annette Lerma - 25 Years - Public Health 3. Recognition: • All Kind Animal Initiative 4. Proclamations: • Fire Prevention Week • Domestic Violence Awareness Month CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation …

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Single-Family Rehabilitation Program Project Budget with HOME Program Funds — null
1517 Clinton Street
Economic Development Agreement with Continued Growth LLC — null
2817 Simmons St.
Conditional Use Permit for Wholesaling and Storage (Indoor) — null
Parcel ID 1097149 · 2.21 ac
Rezoning from AO to GC — null
7186 Buffalo Gap Rd. · 10 ac
Rezoning from AO and MF to MF — null
Parcel ID 969334, 969335 · 0.84 ac
Rezoning from HC to MD — null
718 S 11th St. · 0.62 ac
Rezoning from HI to HC — null
150 Tannehill Dr. · 1.08 ac
Amend Terms of PDD-154 to allow Multi-Family (MF) — null
3457 N 10th Street

Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 16:00

Library Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board to review book orders and FY2027 budget

The Library Advisory Board will meet to make recommendations on pending book orders. The board will also receive a report from the Library Director covering budget and facility updates.

Recommendation to the Library Director on pending book orders
FY2027 Library Services Budget discussion
Abilene Heritage Square update
Recreation Center Branch Libraries update
FY2026 Statistics

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City of Abilene Library Advisory Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene Public Library Advisory Board of the City of Abilene to be held on October 26, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS MINUTES 1. Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on July 27, 2026 (discussion and possible action). AGENDA ITEMS 2. Review on-order catalog comments and make a recommendation to the Library Director on pending book orders (discussion and possible action). 3. Library Director's Report (discussion). • Abilene Heritage Square update • Recreation Center Branch Libraries update • FY2026 Statistics • FY2027 Library Services Budget ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 20th day of October, 2026, at 12:20 p.m. Kaitlin Richards …

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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board to review investments and elections

The board will review the FY 2026 4th quarter report and discuss asset allocation and money managers. Members will also consider calling for elections regarding plan changes and trustee positions.

Possible action on money managers, Investment Policy, and asset allocation
Approval of death benefits to Marvette Warren, effective September 6, 2026
Discussion on calling for an election on plan changes
Discussion on calling for a trustee election
Executive session regarding Abilene Firemen's Relief & Retirement Fund v. Western Asset Management

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555 Walnut, Abilene

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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on October 27, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of the September 22, 2026 minutes. 2 Presentation of preliminary September 2026 financials. 3 Presentation of FY 2026 4th quarter report by Tony Kay and discussion and possible action on money managers, Investment Policy and asset allocation. 4 Consider approval of death benefits to Marvette Warren, widow of Buddy Warren, effective September 6, 2026. 5 Discussion and possible action on calling for an election on plan changes. 6 Discussion and possible action on calling for trustee election. 7 Discussion and possible action on changing the November meeting date. 8 Report on TLFFRA conference. 9 The Pension Board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matters listed below, as authorized by the Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 1. Abilene Firemen's Relief & Retirement Fund v. Western Asset Management. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Amer …

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Fri Oct 30, 2026 · 12:00

Visual Arts Jury

Visual Arts Jury to review artwork for public display

The Visual Arts Jury Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve specific artworks for public display. The board will review proposals for sculptures and artist examples.

Approval of 10 additional sculptures to complete the Eric Carle series
Review of "Bad Hair Day" sculpture by Jeffie Brewer

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1101 North 1st, Abilene

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City of Abilene Visual Arts Jury Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Visual Arts Jury Board of City of Abilene to be held on October 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM at the T&P Depot, 1101 N 1st Street, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes (Discussion and Action) AGENDA ITEMS 2. Discussion on Accepting and Approving Artwork for Public Display (Discussion and Action) Artists' examples of work and/or proposal for characters. • 10 additional sculptures to complete the Eric Carle series (14 in total) • "Bad Hair Day" sculpture by Jeffie Brewer ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 21st day of October, 2026, at 10:35 a.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary

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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 08:30

Parks & Recreation Board

Board considers renaming Sears Recreation Center and Multipurpose Room

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a public hearing regarding the renaming of the Sears Recreation Center and its multipurpose room. The board will also receive reports on parks, recreation, seniors, and zoo activities.

Public hearing on renaming Sears Recreation Center to Billy Enriquez Recreation Center
Public hearing on renaming Multipurpose Room to Ovelia Campos Multipurpose Room
Executive session regarding Wylie Fastpitch Softball Association Facility Use Agreement
Parks report including BBQ grill installations and restroom repair
Service awards for Roberto Rodriguez and Steven Lujan

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene

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City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board of City of Abilene to be held on October 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes (Discussion and Action) PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Award (Discussion) • Roberto Rodriguez, Parks - 5 years • Steven Lujan, Parks - 5 years AGENDA ITEMS 3. (Second Reading) Renaming Sears Recreation Center & Multipurpose Room (Discussion, Public Hearing and Possible Action) • Billy Enriquez Recreation Center • Ovelia Campos Multipurpose Room 4. Parks Report (Discussion) • BBQ Grill Installations • Memorial Bench • Relocation of Sculpture • Restroom Repair • G.V. Daniels Plaque Installation • 2026 TRAPS West Region Workshop & Rodeo 5. Recreation Report (Discussion) • Recreation Center Updates • Recreation Programming • Family Campout • Kids Fish • Beginner Badminton Breakthrough • Strong for the Holiday & Beyond 6. Seniors Report (Discussion) • Audio Book Adventures • Boos & Bingo Costume Contest • Rock-O-Ween 7. Zoo Report (Discussion) • Boo at the Zoo • Dia de los Muertos EXECUTIVE SESSION 8. Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 551.072, a government …

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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 15:30

Airport Development Board

Board to consider air service consulting contract with ASM

The Airport Development Board will review management reports on airport operations and projects. The board is also scheduled to discuss and potentially recommend a contract with ASM for air service consulting.

Proposed contract with ASM for Air Service consulting
Updates on Airport Access Road Project and Terminal Improvements/Expansion
Review of Parking Lot Revenue Control System Replacement
Discussion of development prospects for a convenience store and Air Tanker Support Hangar
Review of United/SkyWest service status and marketing partnerships

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City of Abilene Airport Development Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Airport Development Board of City of Abilene to be held on October 14th, 2026 at 3:30 PM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. CALL TO ORDER 1. Call to Order and Introduce Visitors. MINUTES 2. Consideration and Action Approving Minutes of the September 23rd, 2026 Meeting. AGENDA ITEMS 3. Airport Management Reports: • Review and Acknowledgment of Statistical Reports • Regulatory and Legislative Issues Update • Update on current projects and operations issues - Airport Access Road Project, Terminal Improvements/Expansion, Outstanding Maintenance/Repairs, Operations Events - Airport Tenant Issues/Performance, Airstrip Attack, Parking Lot Revenue Control System Replacement, air service advertising, ARFF Truck • Air Service and Business Development Update - Air Service Performance • Parking Situation • Land Development • Staffing 4. Discussion and Action to Recommend Approval of a contract with ASM for Air Service consulting. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Airport Development Board of the City of Abilene reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by the noted Texas Government Code Sections: 5. Pursuant to Gov …

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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider pole sign height variance at 2101 W. Stamford Street

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from the September 8, 2026 meeting. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a request to increase a pole sign height limit.

BA-2026-11: Variance request for a pole sign to be 75 feet instead of 50 feet at 2101 W. Stamford Street

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Board of Adjustment Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Adjustment of City of Abilene to be held on October 13, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on September 8, 2026. AGENDA ITEMS 2. BA-2026-11: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a request for a variance to allow a pole sign to be a maximum of 75 feet instead of the maximum of 50 feet located at 2101 W. Stamford Street. (Kera Valois) EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board of Adjustment of the City of Abilene reserves the right to adjourn into executive session regarding any item listed on the agenda, at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by the noted Texas Government Code Sections: • 551.071 Consultation with Attorney ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is …

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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene council weighs Axon camera contract, airport badge fees, and five zoning cases

The Abilene City Council meets October 8, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, to act on routine consent items and a regular agenda of ordinances and public hearings. Notable items include a motion to reconsider a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body-worn and in-car cameras and evidence management, a final reading to amend Fee Ordinance 83-2026 with new airport security badge fees, and five zoning or land-use requests. The agenda also lists an executive session covering numerous lawsuits and real property, personnel, and economic development matters.

Motion to reconsider a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for replacement of body-worn and in-car cameras and evidence management
Final reading to amend Fee Ordinance 83-2026 and approve new airport security badge fees
CUP-2026-13: conditional use permit for about 6.89 acres zoned General Retail (GR) to allow outside storage and sales at 2554 Barrow St.
Z-2026-50: rezone about 10.15 acres from Planned Development District (PDD-37) to Multi-Family (MF), Property ID 986701
Z-2026-53: rezone about 22.67 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to Multi-Family (MF) at the south-east corner of Musgrave Bl and East Lake Rd.

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555 Walnut St, Abilene

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on October 8, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Travis Craver PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Proclamations: • Disability Awareness Month • Physical Therapy Month 3. Recognition: • City Attorney's Office - Merit Certification in Municipal Law from TCAA CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Co …

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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Building Standards

Abilene board to hear 5 cases on rehab, demolition or civil penalties

The City of Abilene Board of Building Standards meets October 7, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers. The board will hold a public hearing on minutes from its September 2, 2026 meeting and hear five cases for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties at properties on N Mockingbird Ln, S 6th St, Cockerell Dr, Palm St, and W Washington St. The agenda also notes the board may adjourn into executive session for consultation with an attorney under Texas Government Code Section 551.071. The agenda does not state any decisions or outcomes for these cases.

Case #22-003296: 302 N Mockingbird Ln, owner Asvalo Mockingbird, LLC
Case #24-000130: 2970 S 6th St, owner Armstrong Electrical Supply, Inc.
Case #25-005860: 409 Cockerell Dr., owners De Gutierrez, Maria Salinas & Thornburg, Liliana
Case #26-003934: 817 Palm St, owner Meono Claudia Ivette Diaz et al
Case #26-004384: 402 W Washington St, owner Rodriguez, Santiago Jr

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555 Walnut St, City Hall, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Board of Building Standards Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Building Standards of City of Abilene to be held on October 7, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES A. Public hearing and approval of minutes of September 2, 2026 Board of Building Standards meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS: STATEMENT OF POLICY In all cases, except where specifically stated otherwise, buildings must be secured and the lot clean and mowed by the owner within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of results of this hearing. If this is not done, the City may do so and bill the owner. In any case where the Board orders the owner to demolish a structure or structures, but the owner fails to demolish or appeal the Board's order, the City may demolish. Any appeal must be filed in district court within 30 calendar days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the Board's decision. At the hearing, you should be prepared to present the following information: 1. Specific time frame needed to complete repairs. 2. Specific scope of repair work to be completed. 3. Cost estimates for work to be done by licensed, bonded contractors such as electrical, plumbing or heating and air-conditioning contractors. You have the right to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing, the right to inspect the file on the pr …

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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 13:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Abilene P&Z to weigh 77.3-acre rezoning from single-family to patio homes

The Abilene Planning & Zoning Commission meets October 6, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, to hold public hearings and take action on seven zoning cases and the minutes of its September 1, 2026 meeting. Requests include a conditional use permit for wholesaling and storage, several commercial and residential rezoning changes, and an amendment to PDD-154 to allow multi-family use. The agenda also notes the commission may adjourn into executive session for consultation with its attorney under Texas Government Code Section 551.071.

CUP-2026-16: conditional use permit on about 2.21 acres zoned General Commercial (GC) to allow wholesaling and storage (indoor), Parcel ID 1097149
Z-2026-54: about 10.0 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to General Commercial (GC) at 7186 Buffalo Gap Rd.
Z-2026-55: about 0.84 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) and Multi-Family (MF) to Multi-Family (MF), Parcel IDs 969334 and 969335
Z-2026-56: about 0.62 acres from Heavy Commercial (HC) to Medium Density (MD) at 718 S 11th St.
Z-2026-57: about 1.08 acres from Heavy Industrial (HI) to Heavy Commercial (HC) at 150 Tannehill Dr.

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of City of Abilene to be held on October 6, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on September 1, 2026 ZONING Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the following Zoning Cases: 2. CUP-2026-16: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from The Owner to Apply a Conditional Use Permit to Approximately 2.21 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC) to Allow Wholesaling and Storage (Indoor). Located At Parcel ID 1097149. Legal Description Being Approximately 2.21 Acres Out of The Original Town of Abilene, Block 212, Lot 205 Replat, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) 3. Z-2026-54: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Change the Zoning of Approximately 10.0 Acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to General Commercial (GC). Located at 7186 Buffalo Gap Rd. Legal Description Being 10.0 acres of the M. Talbot Survey No. 102, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Mason Teegardin) 4. Z-2026-55: Receive a Rep …

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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:30

General

Abilene street board to review 2026 projects and weigh 2027 street maintenance additions

The Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board meets Oct. 1, 2026 at 5:30 pm at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers. The board will hear an update on 2026 Street Maintenance Program projects and discuss and possibly act on additional proposed 2027 street projects. It will also vote on minutes from its June 18, 2026 meeting and on future meeting dates. No specific streets, dollar amounts, or contracts are listed in the agenda.

Update on 2026 Street Maintenance Program projects (discussion only)
Possible action on additional proposed 2027 Street Maintenance Program projects
Vote to approve minutes from the June 18, 2026 regular meeting
Action on future board meeting dates
Public comments accepted on any agenda item

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene

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City of Abilene Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Street Maintenance Advisory And Appeals Board of City of Abilene to be held on October 1st, 2026 at 5:30 pm at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on June 18th, 2026. AGENDA ITEMS 2. Street Projects for 2026 Street Maintenance Program Update Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion on 2026 Street Projects Updated Street Maintenance Program. 3. Additional Street Projects for 2027 Street Maintenance Program Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Take Action on additional 2027 proposed Street Projects for the Street Maintenance Program. A. Public Comments 4. Future Meeting: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Take Action on Future Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board Meeting dates. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunicati …

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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to consider $30M FAA airport grant, cameras, zoning changes

The Abilene City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items such as approving minutes, budgets, contracts, and bids, plus several first-reading ordinances on zoning changes and fees. The regular agenda includes public hearings on a lead service line replacement program, an alum bid, a $30 million FAA airport grant, and a school zone speed limit change. The council will also consider a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with SE Wall Street, LLC, and conduct annual evaluations of the City Attorney and Municipal Court Judge. The agenda is substantive with multiple action items.

Accept FY26 FAA Small Airport Letter of Intent up to $30,000,000
Approve contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn and in-car cameras
Amend fee ordinance for new Airport Security Badge Fees
Conditional use permit for outside storage at 2554 Barrow St. (6.89 acres)
Zoning changes: 56.27 acres to Agricultural Open, 10.15 acres to Multi-Family, 0.23 acres to General Commercial, 22.67 acres to Multi-Family

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✓ Decided: Abilene City Council accepts $30M FAA grant and approves police camera contract

City Council approved a $30 million FAA Small Airport Letter of Intent and a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police cameras. The council also accepted funding for a lead service line replacement program and denied a zoning request for 56.27 acres.

Approved contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body-worn and in-car cameras (4-1)
Denied zoning change for 56.27 acres to Agricultural Open (5-0)
Approved accepting TWDB funding for Lead Service Line Replacement Program (5-0)
Awarded FY2027 Alum bid to Veolia; H&E USA Chemicals declared non-responsible (5-0)
Accepted FAA Small Airport Letter of Intent up to $30,000,000 (5-0)
Approved decreased speed limit for Wylie South Elementary school zone (5-0)
Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with SE Wall Street, LLC (5-0)
Approved annual evaluations for City Attorney and Municipal Court Judge (5-0)

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on September 24, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Mayor Pro-Tem Shane Price PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Dyess Airmen Exceptional Performance Recognition: • Technical Sergeant Matthew Beaumier • Airman First Class Jack Katzer 3. Presentation: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing Regarding Flock Group, Inc.'s License Plate Readers (Rondell Seratte) CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or …

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 24, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on September 24, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, and Miguel Espinoza. Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard and Councilmember Travis Craver were absent. Also present were Deputy City Manager Noel Bernal, City Attorney Stanley Smith, and Deputy City Secretary Kaitlin Richardson. Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price led the invocation. Lilly Hernandez, Jazyannah Rivera, Rebecca Pedroza and Madison McCauley, all 3 Graders from Bowie STEM Academy, led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS = Dyess Exceptional Service Awards: ¢ Airman First Class Lamberto Arrez Sanchez ¢ Senior Airman Jacob Gomez 3. Presentation: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing Regarding Flock Group, Inc.’s License Plate Readers. Rondell Seratte, Chief of Police gave a brief overview and introduction of the item. Ian Leslie, Regional Affairs Director with Flock Group, Inc presented the item. Mr. Leslie gave an overview of Flock, the cameras, and how their system and network works. Council each expressed their concerns on Flock. Mayor Hurt o …

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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 15:30

Airport Development Board

Board to consider major FAA grants for terminal construction and equipment

The Airport Development Board will discuss several airport projects and funding requests. This includes recommendations for FAA grants totaling over $40 million for terminal construction and equipment, as well as various lease and contract approvals.

Accept FAA Small Airport Letter of Intent for $10,000,000 and FY26 Discretionary Grant up to $30,000,000 for Terminal Construction
Accept FY26 FAA AIP Supplemental Grant up to $61,370.00 for Vehicle Movement Area Transmitter (VMAT) equipment
Recommend approval of award for the Parking Lot Revenue Control System
Recommend approval of Airport Badge Fees and Terminology Revision
Recommend approval of Task Order 4 with Enprotec, Hibbs & Todd for new Employee Parking Lot (North) construction

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City of Abilene Airport Development Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Airport Development Board of City of Abilene to be held on September 23rd at 3:30 PM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. CALL TO ORDER 1. Call to Order and Introduce New Member and Visitors. MINUTES 2. Consideration and Action Approving Minutes of the July 22nd, 2026 Meeting. AGENDA ITEMS 3. Airport Management Reports: • Review and Acknowledgment of Statistical Reports • Regulatory and Legislative Issues Update • Update on current projects and operations issues - Airport Access Road Project, Terminal Improvements/Expansion, Aircraft Ramp Project, Outstanding Maintenance/Repairs, Operations Events - Airport Tenant Issues/Performance • Budget Submittal - FY27 proposals (Parking Lot Revenue Control System Replacement, air service consultant, air service advertising, ARFF truck upfit. • Air Service and Business Development Update - Air Service Performance • Land Development • Staffing 4. Discussion and Action to Recommend Approval of Award of the Parking Lot Revenue Control System. 5. Discussion and Action to Recommend Approval of Airport Badge Fees and Terminology Revision. 6. Discussion and Action to Recommend Approval of Garver Task Order 2 Revised Addendum 1. 7. Discussion and Action to Recommend Appro …

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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:00

Landmarks Commission

Landmarks Commission to review foundation repair at 702 Sayles Boulevard

The Abilene Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving the minutes from its July 28, 2026 meeting. The main action item is a project proposal to repair foundation issues at 702 Sayles Boulevard, where the house is sinking on the north, south, and east sides.

Public hearing and action on minutes from July 28, 2026 regular meeting
Project PP-2026-01: foundation repair at 702 Sayles Boulevard due to house sinking on north, south, and east sides

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Landmarks Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City of Abilene Landmarks Commission to be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 3 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on July 28, 2026 AGENDA ITEMS 2. PP-2026-01: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion & Public Hearing and Take Action on A project proposal to repair the existing foundation issues, due to the house sinking on the north, south, and east sides located at 702 Sayles Boulevard. (Kera Valois) ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 16th day of September, 2026, at 9:15 a.m. Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary

Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Fire pension board to approve retirement and death benefits

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board is meeting to consider routine items: approving prior meeting minutes, accepting August 2026 financial statements, and approving specific retirement and death benefits. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

Approve retirement benefits for Robert Pope effective August 1, 2026
Approve death benefits to Cindy Dockter, widow of David Dockter, effective August 16, 2026
Accept August 2026 financial statements
Accept August 25, 2026 meeting minutes

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555 Walnut, Abilene

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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on September 22, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of August 25, 2026 minutes. 2 Consider acceptance of the August 2026 financial statements. 3 Consider approval of retirement benefits to Robert Pope effective August 1, 2026. 4 Consider approval of death benefits to Cindy Dockter, widow of David Dockter, effective August 16, 2026. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 16th day of September, 2026, at 9:10 a.m.. Shawna Atkinson,City Secretary

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council to vote on 2026-2027 budget and tax levy on Sept 10

The Abilene City Council will meet to approve the 2026-2027 budget, set the tax levy, and adopt fees for the upcoming fiscal year. The council will also vote on several zoning changes, contracts for water infrastructure projects, and a $13.5 million contribution to the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund.

Award $13,500,000 to Abilene Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund
Approve 2026-2027 budget with estimated 5% tax increase for median home
Set tax levy and adopt FY2027 fees and charges
Award Hamby Water Reclamation Facility Blower Upgrades to Carlile Specialty Contractors, LLC
Award Water Department street repairs (North & South) to Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc.

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✓ Decided: Abilene council adopts $414.6M FY2026-2027 budget and $0.7495 tax rate

The Abilene City Council adopted a Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget of $414,607,651 for all operating funds on a 6-1 vote, with Councilmember Espinoza opposed. The council also approved a property tax rate of $0.7495 per $100, which the motion described as effectively a 4.2% increase in the tax rate, and approved a revised 2025-2026 budget. Council members approved several zoning changes, including about 166.9 acres at 6002 Texas Avenue and about 30.08 acres at 6648 Butterfield Trail, and approved fire fighter pay terms raising the proposed increase from 3% to 4% above the peer city average. The council also authorized a $13,500,000 contribution to the Abilene Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund.

Approved consent agenda, items 2-18 (7-0)
Approved Historic Overlay zoning at 1902 North 15th Street, Ordinance 74-2026 (7-0)
Approved rezoning of about 0.8 acres at 803, 825, 833 Pine Street from HC to PDD-202, Ordinance 75-2026 (6-0, Espinoza abstained)
Approved rezoning of about 166.9 acres at 6002 Texas Avenue from AO to PH, MF and GR, Ordinance 76-2026 (7-0)
Approved rezoning of about 2.0 acres at 3234 Beltway S from AO to RS-6, Ordinance 77-2026 (7-0)
Approved rezoning of about 30.08 acres at 6648 Butterfield Trail from AO to RS-6, Ordinance 79-2026 (7-0)
Adopted FY2026-2027 budget of $414,607,651 for all operating funds, Ordinance 81-2026 (6-1, Espinoza opposed)
Approved tax rate of $0.7495 per $100 for FY2027, described in the motion as effectively a 4.2% increase, Ordinance 82-2026 (7-0)

555 Walnut St, Abilene

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on September 10, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Deputy Mayor Pro-Tem Lynn Beard PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Council Members remove an item from the consent Agenda for separate discussion or presentation, the item or items removed will be considered in numerical order as par …

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 10, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on September 10, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, Miguel Espinoza and Travis Craver. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, City Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard led the invocation. Nola and Julia Parker, both 5" Graders from Austin Elementary, led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRESENTATION OF CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda consisted of items 2-14. No items were pulled for individual consideration. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. The following addressed the City Council: e Spencer Butcher e Susan Perry With no other speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. Mayor Pro-tem Price moved to approve the consent agenda, consisting of items 2-18. Councilmember Espinoza seconded the motion. Motion carried. AYES (7): Mayor Hurt, Mayor Pro-tem Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Beard, and Councilmembers Patterson, Bailey, Espinoza and Craver NAYS (0): None 2 M …

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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:00

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

Board to review ADA assessment, disability month proclamation

The Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will discuss a city ADA assessment, which includes a public hearing and possible vote, and consider a proclamation recognizing October as Disability Awareness Month. The board will also hear a CityLink presentation on transit services, including the SPARE program, ridership analytics, and payment options, plus reports on emergency management and upcoming topics.

Discussion and possible vote on City of Abilene ADA Assessment (public hearing)
Proclamation recognizing October as Disability Awareness Month
CityLink presentation: SPARE introduction, service analytics, ridership, payment, routes and app
CityLink report and Emergency Management discussion
Approval of minutes from previous meeting

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene

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City of Abilene Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities of City of Abilene to be held on September 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes (Discussion and Action) AGENDA ITEMS 2. City Mission and Board Resolution (Discussion) 3. Proclamation Recognizing October as Disability Awareness Month (Discussion) 4. CityLink Presentation (Discussion) • Introduction of SPARE • Review of Service Analytics • CityLink Ridership on the Rise • Simpler, Safer way to pay • CityLink Route & App Information • Public Engagement 5. CityLink Report (Discussion) 6. Emergency Management (Discussion) 7. City of Abilene ADA Assessment (Discussion, Public Hearing, and Possible Vote) 8. Upcoming Board Topics (Discussion) • This item allows board members to recommend topics to be included and discussed at future board meetings. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact …

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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to vote on sign variance at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road

The Abilene Board of Adjustment will meet on September 8, 2026, to approve minutes from the August 11 meeting and hold a public hearing on a request to allow a monument sign at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road to be placed on the property line instead of 10 feet back.

Approve minutes from August 11, 2026 meeting
BA-2026-10: Variance request for monument sign at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road (10-foot setback waiver)

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✓ Decided: Abilene Board of Adjustment approves variance for sign at 4801 Buffalo Gap Rd.

The Abilene Board of Adjustment approved the regular meeting minutes from August 11, 2026. The board also approved a variance request for a monument sign located at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road to be placed on the property line instead of the required 10-foot setback.

Approved August 11, 2026 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
Approved variance request for monument sign at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road (5-0)

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Board of Adjustment Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City of Abilene Board of Adjustment to be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 8:30 AM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on August 11, 2026. AGENDA ITEMS 2. BA-2026-10: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request for a Variance Located at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road to Allow a Monument Sign to be Located on the Property Line Instead of the Required 10’ from the Property Line. (Kera Valois) EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board of Adjustment of the City of Abilene reserves the right to adjourn into executive session regarding any item listed on the agenda, at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by the noted Texas Government Code Sections: • 551.071 Consultation with Attorney ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommu …

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VA BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES ay September 8, 2026 8:30 a.m. ABILENE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 555 WALNUT STREET, ABILENE Members Present: Mr. John Havard Ms. Laura Donaway Mr. Ken Hogan Ms. Melissa Sparks Mr. Jon Loudermilk Staff Present: Ms. Kelley Messer, First Assistant City Attorney Mr. Tim Littlejohn, Director Ms. Mason Teegardin, Planning Services Manager Ms. Melissa Farr, Executive Assistant CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 8:31 a.m. and Ms. Melissa Farr recorded the minutes. A quorum was present, and the meeting proceeded. MINUTES The public hearing was opened. Seeing no one present and desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed. Mr. Havard moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on August 11, 2026. Ms. Donaway seconded the motion. The motion to approve the minutes prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Hogan, Donaway, Havard, Lea Loudermilk NAYS: None AGENDA ITEMS BA-2026-10: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request for a Variance Located at 4801 Buffalo Gap Road to Allow a Monument Sign to be Located on the Property Line Instead of the Required 10’ from the Property Line. Ms. Mason Teegardin presented this request. The subject property is currently zoned as Neighborhood Retail/Corridor Overlay (NR/COR). There is a zoning violation case currently open for the sign being built too close to the property …

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motion to approve the minutes prevailed by the following vote:

4 yea

Hogan yea · Donaway yea · Havard yea · Lea Loudermilk yea

motion to approve prevailed by the following vote:

5 yea

Hogan yea · Donaway yea · Havard yea · Sparks yea · Loudermilk yea

Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Building Standards

Board of Building Standards to consider property rehabilitation or demolition

The Board will hold public hearings regarding six specific cases involving property rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. The Board may order owners to secure buildings, clean lots, or demolish structures to meet city standards.

Case #24-0001130: 2970 S 6th St
Case #24-000771: 1857 Jeanette St
Case #26-000774: 1641 Simmons Ave
Case #26-001342: 310 Jeanette St
Case #26-003642: 801 S 11th St

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✓ Decided: Abilene Board of Building Standards orders demolition of two properties

The Board of Building Standards reviewed several property cases, ordering the demolition of structures at 1857 Jeanette St. and 1641 Simmons Ave. after finding them to be public nuisances. The Board granted repair timelines for properties at 310 Jeanette St., 801 S. 11th St., and 2834 S. 11th St. A case regarding 2970 S. 6th St. was tabled until the October 7, 2026, meeting.

Tabled case for 2970 S. 6th St. (5-0)
Ordered demolition for 1857 Jeanette St. (5-0)
Ordered demolition for 1641 Simmons Ave. (6-0)
Approved repair plan for 310 Jeanette St. (6-0)
Approved repair plan for 801 S. 11th St. (6-0)
Approved repair plan for 2834 S. 11th St. (6-0)

555 Walnut St, City Hall, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Board of Building Standards Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Building Standards of City of Abilene to be held on September 2, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES A. Public hearing and approval of August 5, 2026 Board of Building Standards meeting minutes. PUBLIC HEARINGS: STATEMENT OF POLICY In all cases, except where specifically stated otherwise, buildings must be secured and the lot clean and mowed by the owner within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of results of this hearing. If this is not done, the City may do so and bill the owner. In any case where the Board orders the owner to demolish a structure or structures, but the owner fails to demolish or appeal the Board's order, the City may demolish. Any appeal must be filed in district court within 30 calendar days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the Board's decision. At the hearing, you should be prepared to present the following information: 1. Specific time frame needed to complete repairs. 2. Specific scope of repair work to be completed. 3. Cost estimates for work to be done by licensed, bonded contractors such as electrical, plumbing or heating and air-conditioning contractors. You have the right to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing, the right to inspect the file on the proper …

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BOARD OF BUILDING STANDARDS MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. BOARD OF BUILDING STANDARDS OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS Members Present: Mr. Mr Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Staff Present: Mr. Ms. Mr. Mr. Mr. Ms. Others Present: Ms. Ms. Mr. Mr. COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL . Jeremy McBrayer, Chairman . Jay Wyatt Delbert Allred Cache Tankersley Lloyd Turner Will Duncan Van Watson, Building Official Kelley Messer, Assistant City Attorney Clay Door, Code Compliance Division Manager Robert Marsh, Property Maintenance Inspector Ricky Wright Jr., Property Maintenance Inspector Heather Fears, Administrative Assistant Blanca Cortez (310 Jeanette St) Brenda Williams (1641 Simmons Ave) Brooks Armstrong (2970 S. 6" St. and 1857 Jeanette St) Raymond Rodriguez and Mrs. Cynthia Rodriguez (801 S. 11" St) CALL TO ORDER Mr. McBrayer called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m. Ms. Fears recorded the minutes. A quorum of members was present, and the meeting proceeded. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the last meeting, August 5, 2026, were provided in advance to Board Members for review. Mr. Turner made a mot Seconded by Mr. Dunca AYES: Mr. Wyatt, Mr. A NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ion to approve the August minutes as written. n. Motion passed. llred, Mr. Turner, Mr. Duncan, Mr. McBrayer AGENDA ITEMS & PUBLIC HEARINGS Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition or Civil Penalties - Case# 24-000130: 2970 S. 6th St. (FAIR PARK ACRES OUTLOT 3, BLOCK 3, LOT 4, TAYLOR COUNTY, TEXAS), Owne …

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Wyatt yea

motion to table this case until the next meeting on October 7, 2026. Seconded by Mr. Tankersley. Motion passed

5 yea

Allred yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · McBrayer yea

that the property is a public nuisance in that it is a hazard to the public health, safety and welfare and repair of the structure would be unreasonable. Seconded by Mr. Tankersley. Motion passed

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Allred yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · McBrayer yea

that the property is a public nuisance in that it is a hazard to the public health, safety and welfare and repair of the structure would be unreasonable. Seconded by Mr. Wyatt. Motion passed

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Wyatt yea · Allred yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · McBrayer yea

that the owner is ordered to repair — 30 days to provide a plan of action including a timeframe for repair and cost estimates and obtain all permits. And if this is done, 60 days to obtain rough-in…

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Wyatt yea · Allred yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · McBrayer yea · Wyatt yea · Allred yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · McBrayer yea

6 yea

Wyatt yea · Allred yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · McBrayer yea

Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:00

Child Advocacy Center Board

Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board meeting scheduled for September 1

The Board will meet to review July minutes and receive legal communications regarding the Texas Open Meetings Act. Members will also discuss fundraising updates and hold a vote regarding National Night Out.

Approval of July minutes
Texas Open Meetings Act briefing by Haley Cagle
Fund Raising and Prevention Committee update
Discussion and vote regarding National Night Out
CAC Director and staff presentations

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300 Oak Street, Abilene

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City of Abilene Child Advocacy Center Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board to be held on September 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Taylor County Courthouse, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Approve July Minutes AGENDA ITEMS 2. CAC Board Communications and Texas Open Meetings Act Laws - Haley Cagle, Assistant City Attorney 3. Update and Discussion from Fund Raising and Prevention Committee 4. Discussion and Vote Regarding National Night Out 5. CAC Director Updates 6. CAC Staff Presentation ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 26th day of August, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary

Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 13:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Abilene Planning & Zoning Commission to consider multiple zoning and land use changes

The Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several zoning requests and a comprehensive plan amendment. Items include requests for conditional use permits, rezoning for multi-family and commercial use, and changes to the Future Land Use Map.

Conditional Use Permit for outside storage and sales at 2554 Barrow St.
Rezoning of 56.27 acres (Property ID 16024 and 10803) to Agricultural Open
Conditional Use Permit for a laydown yard on 56.27 acres
Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
Rezoning of 10.15 acres in Kingdom Park Subdivision to Multi-Family

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission approves multiple rezoning and land use requests

The Commission approved several rezoning requests for multi-family and commercial use, as well as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map. One request to change 56.27 acres to Agricultural Open zoning was denied.

Approved Conditional Use Permit for outside storage and sales at 2554 Barrow St (7-0)
Denied rezoning of 56.27 acres to Agricultural Open (5-2)
Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment to Future Land Use Map (7-0)
Approved rezoning of 10.15 acres in Kingdom Park Subdivision to Multi-Family (7-0)
Approved rezoning of 0.23 acres at 1642 N 19th St to General Commercial (7-0)
Approved rezoning of 22.67 acres at Musgrave Bl and East Lake Rd to Multi-Family (7-0)
Approved August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of City of Abilene to be held on September 1, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on August 4, 2026 ZONING Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the following Zoning Cases: 2. CUP-2026-13: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from The Owner to Apply a Conditional Use Permit to Approximately 6.89 Acres Zoned General Retail (GR) To Allow for Outside Storage and sales. Located At 2554 Barrow St. Legal Description Being Approximately 6.99 Acres Out of The Brook Hollow Addition, Block 10 Save and except 4231.2 square feet conveyed to W.K. Goyne, et al, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Adam Holland) 3. Z-2026-49: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Change the Zoning of Approximately 56.27 Acres Zoned Agricultural Open (AO), Multi Family (MF), Medium Density (MD) and Residential Single Family (RS-6) to Agricultural Open (AO). Located at Property ID 16024 and 10803. Legal Description Being App …

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Regular Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting September 1, 2026 1|/Page CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL September 1, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Abilene, Texas met in a Regular Meeting on September 1, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas. Chairman Brad Benham was present and presiding, along with Commissioners Kevin Halliburton, Tyson Strauser, Gary House, Kristen Dressen-Kyker, Shawnté Fleming-Lewis and Zach Sitzes. Also present were Mr. Michael Rice, Assistant City Manager, Mr. Tim Littlejohn, Director of Planning and Development Services, Ms. Kelley Messer, First Assistant City Attorney, Ms. Mason Teegardin, Planning Services Manager, Mr. Adam Holland, Planner ITI, Ms. Clarissa Ivey, Planner II, Ms. Kera Valois, Planner I, Ms. Melissa Farr, Executive Assistant. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE PREVIOUS MEETING Chairman Benham opened the public hearing. With no speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed. The minutes from the regular meeting held on August 4, 2026 were unanimously approved. INVOCATION Commissioner Halliburton delivered the invocation. AGENDA ITEMS CUP-2026-13; Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from The Owner to Apply a Conditional Use Permit to Approximately 6.89 Acres Zoned General Retail (GR) To Allow for Outside Storage and sales. Located At 2554 Barrow S …

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motion to approve prevailed by the following vote:

35 yea

Strauser yea · House yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea · Strauser yea · House yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea · Strauser yea · House yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea · Strauser yea · House yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea · Strauser yea · House yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

motion to deny prevailed by the following vote:

5 yea

Strauser yea · House yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea

Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to vote on Atmos rate settlement and multiple zoning changes

The Abilene City Council will consider a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy over its 2026 rate review, which would adjust rates and set a benchmark for pensions and retiree medical benefits. The council will also vote on several zoning changes, including a large 166.9-acre mixed-use development, and approve contracts for infrastructure planning and fire apparatus. Consent agenda items are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless pulled for discussion.

Resolution approving negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. for 2026 rate review, adopting adjusted tariffs
Ordinance (first reading) to rezone 166.9 acres at 6002 Texas Avenue from Agricultural Open to Patio Home, Multi-Family, and General Retail
Ordinance (first reading) to rezone 0.8 acres at 803, 825, 833 Pine Street from Heavy Commercial to Planned Development District PDD-202
Resolution authorizing Advanced Funding Agreement with TxDOT for Ambler Ave. Signal Improvement Project
Resolution approving change order for purchase of four Pierce custom-built fire apparatus

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✓ Decided: Council approves Atmos Energy rate settlement and 17-item consent agenda

The Abilene City Council approved a negotiated rate settlement with Atmos Energy, adopted multiple infrastructure contracts and zoning changes, and made board appointments. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a conflict-of-interest item. The council also approved a confidential settlement in a lawsuit against the city.

Approved Atmos Energy rate settlement (7-0)
Approved consent agenda items 2-18 (7-0)
Approved emergency construction contract amendment for Hamby VFD & Blower project (7-0)
Rezoned 8.05 acres on Spur 707 from General Commercial to Multi-Family (7-0)
Approved board and commission appointments (6-0, one abstention)
Approved confidential settlement in Patricia Anderson v. City of Abilene (7-0)

555 Walnut St, Abilene

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Jay Patterson PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Council Members remove an item from the consent Agenda for separate discussion or presentation, the item or items removed will be considered in numerical order as part of th …

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 27, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on August 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, Miguel Espinoza and Travis Craver. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, City Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza led the invocation. Viviano Garcia, Benny Garcia, Kingsley Harris, and Memphis Harris, all from Alcorta Elementary, led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRESENTATION OF CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda consisted of items 2-18. No items were pulled for individual consideration. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. The following addressed the City Council: e Spencer Butcher e Tammy Fogle With no other speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. Mayor Pro-tem Price moved to approve the consent agenda, consisting of items 2-18. Councilmember Espinoza seconded the motion. Motion carried. AYES (7): Mayor Hurt, Mayor Pro-tem Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Beard, and Councilmembers Patterson, Bailey, Espinoza and C …

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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Fire pension board to weigh committee recommendations

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider accepting July minutes and financial statements, and discuss possible action on recommendations from the ad hoc Fire Pension Committee, including next steps. The agenda is otherwise routine.

Acceptance of July 28, 2026 minutes
Acceptance of July 2026 financial statements
Discussion and possible action on ad hoc Fire Pension Committee recommendations
Discussion on next steps for committee recommendations

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555 Walnut, Abilene

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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on August 25, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of July 28, 2026 minutes. 2 Consider acceptance of July 2026 financial statements. 3 Discussion and possible action regarding the Board's support for proposed recommendations from the ad hoc Fire Pension Committee. 4 Discussion regarding next steps related to the Ad Hoc Fire Pension Committee recommendations. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 18th day of August, 2026, at 11:55 a.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council to review and vote on FY 2027 budget and tax rate

The Abilene City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the revised FY 2026 and proposed FY 2027 budgets, followed by public hearings and first-reading votes on ordinances to approve the budgets, set the tax levy, adopt fees, and set firefighter pay. The proposed FY 2027 budget would raise the median homestead property tax bill by about $60.55 (5%) compared to the current year.

Ordinance approving revised FY 2025-2026 budget
Ordinance approving proposed FY 2026-2027 budget
Ordinance setting the tax levy (proposed rate $0.7495 per $100)
Ordinance adopting fees and charges for FY 2026-2027
Ordinance establishing firefighter base salary and step pay for FY 2026-2027

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555 Walnut St., Abilene

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary SPECIAL CALLED MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP (Note - This Meeting Will Only Be Held if Business is Not Finished on 8/24) Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 25, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Mayor Weldon Hurt PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PUBLIC COMMENTS There will be no votes or any formal actions taken on subjects presented during public comment. The public comment period will only allow members of the public to present ideas and information to city officials and staff. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS 2. Presentation: Revised FY 2026 and Proposed FY 2027 Budgets and Complete Budget Review ORDINANCES 3. Ordinance (Consider on First Reading): Re …

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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council to review and vote on FY 2027 budget and tax rate

The Abilene City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the revised FY 2026 and proposed FY 2027 budgets, followed by public hearings and first-reading votes on ordinances to approve the budgets, set the tax levy, adopt fees, and set firefighter pay. The proposed FY 2027 budget would increase the median homestead property tax bill by about $60.55 (5%) compared to the current year.

Ordinance to approve revised FY 2026 budget (first reading)
Ordinance to approve proposed FY 2027 budget (first reading)
Ordinance to set tax levy; proposed rate $0.7495 per $100 valuation
Ordinance to adopt FY 2026-2027 fees and charges
Ordinance setting firefighter base salary and step pay for FY 2026-2027

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555 Walnut St., Abilene

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Brian Yates, Mayor Pro-tem Blaise Regan, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Council Member Lynn Beard, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary SPECIAL CALLED MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 24, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Benjamin Bailey PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PUBLIC COMMENTS There will be no votes or any formal actions taken on subjects presented during public comment. The public comment period will only allow members of the public to present ideas and information to city officials and staff. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS 2. Presentation: Revised FY 2026 and Proposed FY 2027 Budgets and Complete Budget Review ORDINANCES 3. Ordinance (Consider on First Reading): Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action …

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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 08:30

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks board to consider renaming Sears Recreation Center

The Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on renaming the Sears Recreation Center, with a public hearing. The board will also hold an executive session on real property matters involving three parks, and receive reports on aquatics, parks, recreation, seniors, and the zoo.

Renaming Sears Recreation Center (public hearing and possible action)
Executive session on Grover Nelson Park, Jane Sellers Park, Arthur Sears Park
Lake Kirby Boat Dock Installation
2026 Annual Senior Wellness Expo
Elm Creek Upgrade at the zoo

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene

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City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board of City of Abilene to be held on August 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes (Discussion and Action) EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 551.072, a governmental body may conduct a closed meeting to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. Additionally, Section 551.087 allows a governmental body to discuss or deliberate on commercial or financial information that has been received from a business prospect that the governmental body seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the City and with which there may be ongoing negotiations or deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect. Further, Section 551.071 provides that a governmental body may seek advice from its attorney regarding a pending or contemplated litigation subject, settlement offer, or attorney-client privileged information. After discussion in executive session, any action or vote will be taken in public. The Parks and Re …

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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to vote on 8 zoning changes, terminal expansion, and CDBG plan

The Abilene City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items and a regular agenda with public hearings on multiple zoning changes, a construction management task order for the airport terminal expansion, a technology agreement for Citylink, and the 2026-2027 CDBG/HOME action plan. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation and other confidential matters.

Construction Management Task Order with Parkhill for Terminal Expansion and Improvements Phase 1
Technology License and Service Agreement with Transloc for Citylink
Zoning change for 8.05 acres on Spur 707 from General Commercial to Multi-Family
Final readings for zoning changes at 1240 N 8th St (tattoo parlor), 2525 Bel Air Dr, 3509 S 14th St, 1627/1613 Musgrave Blvd, 2202 Butternut St, 6550 Directors Pkwy
Approval of 2026-2027 Action Plan and CDBG/HOME funds use

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda and multiple zoning changes, denies one rezoning

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-8, 10) unanimously, including contracts for terminal expansion, a Transloc technology agreement, artwork commissioning, a compensation study, a zoning change, and a developer agreement. They also approved several zoning changes and a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor, but denied a rezoning from Medium Density to General Retail at 3509 S 14th Street (5-2). The 2026-2027 CDBG/HOME Action Plan was approved with corrections, and no action was taken in executive session.

Approved consent agenda items 3-8 and 10 (7-0)
Approved CUP for tattoo parlor at 1240 N 8th St (7-0)
Approved rezoning 2.23 acres RS-6 to MD at Property ID 1063914 (7-0)
Approved rezoning 0.33 acres RS-6 to Patio Home at 2525 Bel Air Dr (7-0)
Denied rezoning 0.90 acres MD to General Retail at 3509 S 14th St (5-2)
Approved rezoning 3.40 acres AO to General Commercial at 1627/1613 Musgrave Blvd (7-0)
Approved rezoning 0.32 acres HI to Heavy Commercial at 2202 Butternut St (7-0)
Approved rezoning 7.59 acres PDD-53 to Office at 6550 Directors Pkwy (7-0)

555 Walnut St., Abilene

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 13, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Awards: • Cole Edmondson - 35 Years - Animal Outreach • Sandra Sotelo - 25 Years - Finance CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Council Members remove an item from the consent Agenda for separate discu …

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 13, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on August 13, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, Miguel Espinoza and Travis Craver. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, C ity Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza led the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS = Employee Service Awards: * Cole Edmondson — 35 Years — Animal Outreach * Sandra Sotelo — 25 Years — Finance PRESENTATION OF CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda consisted of items 3-10. Item 9 was pulled for individual consideration. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. The following addressed the City Council: e Justin Wallace e Spencer Butcher e Tammy Fogle With no other speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. Councilmember Patterson moved to approve the consent agenda, consisting of items 3-8 and 10. Councilmember Espinoza seconded the motion. Motion carried. AYES (7): Mayor Hurt, Mayor Pro-tem Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Beard, and Councilmem …

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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Adjustment

Board to decide on special exception for abandoned home at 1233 Hollywood Drive

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a special exception request for 1233 Hollywood Drive to resume residential use and allow reconstruction exceeding 50% of replacement cost. The board will also consider approving minutes from its July 14, 2026 meeting.

Special exception BA-2026-09 for 1233 Hollywood Drive to resume abandoned residential use and rebuild more than 50% of replacement cost
Public hearing and action on July 14, 2026 meeting minutes

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Board of Adjustment Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Adjustment of City of Abilene to be held on August 11, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on July 14, 2026 AGENDA ITEMS 2. BA-2026-09: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request by the Owner for Special Exception located at 1233 Hollywood Drive to resume the residential use that was previously abandoned, as well as to allow the reconstruction of said building to the extent of more than fifty percent (50%) of its replacement cost. (Clarissa Ivey) EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board of Adjustment of the City of Abilene reserves the right to adjourn into executive session regarding any item listed on the agenda, at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by the noted Texas Government Code Sections: • 551.071 Consultation with Attorney ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled …

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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Building Standards

Board of Building Standards to review five properties for rehabilitation or demolition

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings to determine if specific properties require rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. The board will review repair timeframes, scopes of work, and cost estimates for the identified locations.

Case# 25-006036: 826 Ballinger St
Case# 26-000200: 401 Delaware Rd
Case #26-001634: 1950 Sewell St
Case 26-002490: 1826 Rosewood Dr
Case #26-002810: 1201 Graham St

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✓ Decided: Board orders demolition or repair on six Abilene properties

The Board of Building Standards unanimously approved all six cases on the agenda, ordering demolition for two properties and repair for four others. All votes were 5-0. The board also approved the July 1, 2026 meeting minutes as written.

Approved July 1, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
Declared 826 Ballinger St a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal within 30 days (5-0)
Ordered repair of 401 Delaware Rd with 30-day plan, 60-day rough-in, final inspections by permit expiration (5-0)
Ordered repair of 1950 Sewell St with 30-day plan, 60-day rough-in, final inspections by permit expiration (5-0)
Declared 1826 Rosewood Dr a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal within 30 days (5-0)
Ordered repair of 1201 Graham St with 30-day plan, 60-day rough-in, final inspections by permit expiration (5-0)

555 Walnut St, City Hall, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Board of Building Standards Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Building Standards of City of Abilene to be held on August 5, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES A. Public hearing and approval of the July 1, 2026 Board of Building Standards meeting minutes. PUBLIC HEARINGS: STATEMENT OF POLICY In all cases, except where specifically stated otherwise, buildings must be secured and the lot clean and mowed by the owner within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of results of this hearing. If this is not done, the City may do so and bill the owner. In any case where the Board orders the owner to demolish a structure or structures, but the owner fails to demolish or appeal the Board's order, the City may demolish. Any appeal must be filed in district court within 30 calendar days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the Board's decision. At the hearing, you should be prepared to present the following information: 1. Specific time frame needed to complete repairs. 2. Specific scope of repair work to be completed. 3. Cost estimates for work to be done by licensed, bonded contractors such as electrical, plumbing or heating and air-conditioning contractors. You have the right to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing, the right to inspect the file on the property at th …

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BOARD OF BUILDING STANDARDS MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 5, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. BOARD OF BUILDING STANDARDS OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL Members Present: Mr. Jeremy McBrayer, Chairman Mr. Cache Tankersley Mr. Sean McNeill Mr. Lloyd Turner Mr. Will Duncan Staff Present: Mr. Van Watson, Building Official Ms. Hailey Cagle, Assistant City Attorney Mr. Clay Door, Code Compliance Division Manager Mr. Stephen Garrison, Code Compliance Manager Mr. Ricky Wright Jr., Property Maintenance Inspector Mr. Richard Dendinger, Code Compliance Officer Ms. Leticia Reeves, Neighborhood Services Division Manager Ms. Kate Alvarez, Downtown Coordinator Ms. Kera Valois, Planner Ms. Heather Fears, Administrative Assistant Others Present: Ms. Janet Ardoyno (401 Delaware Rd) CALL TO ORDER Mr. McBrayer called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Ms. Fears recorded the minutes. A quorum of members was present, and the meeting proceeded. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the last meeting, July 1, 2026, were provided in advance to Board Members for review. Mr. Turner made a motion to approve the July minutes as written. Seconded by Mr. Duncan. Motion passed. AYES: Mr. Tankersley, Mr. McNeill, Mr. Turner, Mr. Duncan, Mr. McBrayer NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None Page 1 of 6 AGENDA ITEMS & PUBLIC HEARINGS Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition or Civil Penalties - Case# 25-006036: 826 Ballinger St (CARLISLE REP OF FAIR PARK ACRES, BLOCK 1, LOT 206, TAYLOR COUNTY, TEXAS), Owner: Sky Blue A …

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motion to approve the July minutes as written. Seconded by Mr. Duncan. Motion passed

3 yea

Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea

that the property is a public nuisance in that it is a hazard to the public health, safety and welfare and repair of the structure would be unreasonable. Seconded by Mr. Tankersley. Motion passed

3 yea

Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea

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Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea · Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea

that the property is a public nuisance in that it is a hazard to the public health, safety and welfare and repair of the structure would be unreasonable. Seconded by Mr. Duncan. Motion passed

3 yea

Tankersley yea · Turner yea · Duncan yea

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 13:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to consider seven zoning changes and overlays

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several zoning requests. These include requests to change land use for residential, commercial, and retail developments across various city locations.

HOZ-2026-02: Historic Overlay Zoning for 0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street
Z-2026-43: Change 0.8 acres from Heavy Commercial to Planned Development District at 803, 825, and 833 Pine Street
Z-2026-44: Change 8.05 acres from General Commercial to Multi-Family on the 1200 Block of Spur 707
Z-2026-45: Change 166.9 acres from Agricultural Open to Patio Home, Multi-Family, and General Retail at 6002 Texas Avenue
Z-2026-48: Change 30.08 acres from Agricultural Open to Residential Single Family at 6648 Butterfield Trail

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✓ Decided: Abilene P&Z approves rezoning of 166.9 acres at 6002 Texas Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved seven zoning requests, including a 166.9-acre change at 6002 Texas Avenue from Agricultural Open to Patio Home, Multi-Family, and General Retail. It also approved a historic overlay for Philpott Florist at 1902 North 1st Street and a Planned Development District at 803, 825, and 833 Pine Street. All votes were 6-0, with no nays. The meeting adjourned at 2:20 p.m.

Approved historic overlay zoning for ~0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street (6-0)
Approved rezoning ~0.8 acres from Heavy Commercial to Planned Development District PDD-202 at 803, 825, 833 Pine Street, with conditions (6-0)
Approved rezoning ~8.05 acres from General Commercial to Multi-Family on the 1200 Block of Spur 707 (6-0)
Approved rezoning ~166.9 acres from Agricultural Open to Patio Home, Multi-Family, and General Retail at 6002 Texas Avenue (6-0)
Approved rezoning ~2.0 acres from Agricultural Open to Residential Single-Family RS-6 at 3234 Beltway S (6-0)
Approved amending PDD-76 to allow town homes and patio homes in Tract 3 at 5534 Health Way Dr (6-0)
Approved rezoning ~30.08 acres from Agricultural Open to Residential Single-Family RS-6 at 6648 Butterfield Trail (6-0)
Approved minutes from the July 7, 2026 regular meeting (unanimous)

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of City of Abilene to be held on August 4, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on July 7, 2026 ZONING Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the following Zoning Cases: 2. HOZ-2026-02: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply Historic Overlay Zoning To Approximately 0.139 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC). Located at 1902 North 1st Street. Legal Description Being Approximately 0.139 Acres Out of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of Craft’s Subdivision of Lot 2, Block 206, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) 3. Z-2026-43: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Change the Zoning of Approximately 0.8 Acres from Heavy Commercial (HC) to a Planned Development District (PDD-202). Located at 803, 825, and 833 Pine Street. Legal Description Being Lots 5-9, Block 178, 3-Compere Abilene Original Town, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) 4. Z-2026-44: Receive a Report, Hold a Di …

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Regular Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting August 4, 2026 1TjPage CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL August 4, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Abilene, Texas met in a Regular Meeting on August 4, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas. Chairman Brad Benham was present and presiding, along with Commissioners Kevin Halliburton, Tyson Strauser, Kristen Dressen-Kyker, Shawnté Fleming-Lewis and Zach Sitzes. Also present were Mr. Michael Rice, Assistant City Manager, Mr. Tim Littlejohn, Director of Planning and Development Services, Mr. Stanley Smith, City Attorney, Ms. Mason Teegardin, Planning Services Manager, Mr. Adam Holland, Planner III, Ms. Clarissa Ivey, Planner II, Ms. Kera Valois, Planner I, Ms. Kate Alvarez, Downtown Coordinator, Ms. Melissa Farr, Executive Assistant. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE PREVIOUS MEETING Chairman Benham opened the public hearing. With no speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed. The minutes from the regular meeting held on July 7, 2026 were unanimously approved. INVOCATION Commissioner Halliburton delivered the invocation. AGENDA ITEMS HOZ-2026-02: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply Historic Overlay Zoning To Approximately 0.139 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC). Located at 1902 North 1* Street. Legal Description Being A …

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Notable items

Apply Historic Overlay Zoning to 1902 North 1st Street
1902 North 1st Street · 0.139 ac
Change zoning from HC to PDD-202 at 803, 825, and 833 Pine Street
803, 825, and 833 Pine Street · 0.8 ac
Change zoning from GC to MF on 1200 Block of Spur 707
1200 Block of Spur 707 · 8.05 ac
Change zoning from AO to PH, MF, and GR at 6002 Texas Avenue
6002 Texas Avenue · 166.9 ac
Change zoning from AO to RS-6 at 3234 Beltway S
3234 Beltway S · 2 ac
Amend terms of PDD-76 at 5534 Health Way Dr
5534 Health Way Dr · 23 ac
Change zoning from AO to RS-6 at 6648 Butterfield Trail
6648 Butterfield Trail · 30.08 ac

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

to approve this request. Commissioner Lewis seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote:

12 yea

Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea · Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

to approve this request with conditions as recommended. Commissioner Kyker seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote:

6 yea

Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

to approve this request. Commissioner Sitzes seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote:

6 yea

Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

to approve this request. Commissioner Kyker seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote:

6 yea

Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

to approve this request. Commissioner Strauser seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote:

6 yea

Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

motion to approve prevailed by the following vote:

6 yea

Strauser yea · Kyker yea · Halliburton yea · Lewis yea · Sitzes yea · Benham yea

Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Pension board considers benefit cap increase, rate cut, and city lump-sum contribution

The board will discuss and potentially vote on proposed pension plan changes including increasing the benefit cap, reducing the assumed rate of return to 7.0%, and a lump-sum contribution from the city. They will also review third-quarter investment results and consider replacing a money manager. Other items include approving minutes, financial statements, a legal fee payment of $843.75, and a qualified domestic relations order.

Discussion and possible action on pension plan changes: benefit cap increase, rate reduction to 7.0%, and city lump-sum contribution
Payment of $843.75 to Hund, Krier, Wilkerson and Wright, P.C. for legal services
Presentation of third quarter FY2026 results by Tony Kay of Mariner Institutional
Discussion on replacing Kayne Anderson with a new SMID manager
Approval of QDRO between Chris Young and Stacy Young

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555 Walnut, Abilene

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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on July 28, 2026 at 9:00a.m. at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of June 23, 2026 minutes. 2 Consider acceptance of June 2026 financial statements. 3 Discussion and possible action on payment to Hund, Krier, Wilkerson and Wright, P.C. for legal services in the amount of $843.75. 4 Discussion and possible action regarding the Board's support for proposed pension plan changes, including increasing the benefit cap and reducing the assumed rate of return to 7.0%, and a proposed lump-sum contribution by the City to the pension fund. 5 Presentation of third quarter FY 2026 results by Tony Kay of Mariner Institutional and discussion and possible action on the investment policy, asset allocation and money managers. 6 Discussion and possible action on replacing Kayne Anderson with a new SMID manager. 7 Discussion and possible action on approving QDRO between Chris Young and Stacy Young ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 15:00

Landmarks Commission

Commission to consider historic overlay zoning for 1902 N 1st St

The Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to apply historic overlay zoning to approximately 0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its April 28, 2026 regular meeting.

Public hearing on historic overlay zoning (HOZ-2026-02) for 0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street, currently zoned General Commercial
Consideration and approval of minutes from the April 28, 2026 regular meeting

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✓ Decided: Abilene Landmarks Commission approves historic overlay zoning for Philpott Florist site

The Landmarks Commission voted 5-0 to approve Historic Overlay Zoning for about 0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street, the longtime home of Philpott Florist. The commission also approved the minutes of its previous meeting by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive items were decided; the meeting adjourned at 3:17 p.m.

Approved Historic Overlay Zoning (HOZ-2026-02) for ~0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street (5-0)
Approved minutes of the previous meeting (5-0)

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene

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City of Abilene Landmarks Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene Landmarks Commission of City of Abilene to be held on July 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on April 28, 2026. AGENDA ITEMS 2. HOZ-2026-02: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply Historic Overlay Zoning To Approximately 0.139 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC). Located at 1902 North 1st Street. Legal Description Being Approximately 0.139 Acres Out of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of Craft’s Subdivision of Lot 2, Block 206, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 22nd day of July, 2026, at 10 …

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Regular Landmarks Commission Meeting Suly 28, 2026 1 | Page CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS THE LANDMARKS COMMISSION COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL July 28, 2026, at 3 p.m. The Landmarks Commission of the City of Abilene, Texas met in a Regular Meeting on July 28, 2026, at 3 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas. Chair Mr. Brandon Young was present and presiding, along with Commissioners Ms. Pebbles Lee, Mr. Franz Hallgren, Ms. Chaile Allen, and Mr. Austin Butler. Also present were Ms. Haley Cagle, City Attorney, Ms. Mason Teegardin, Planning Services Division Manager, Ms. Kera Valois, and Ms. Julie Roy. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Young called the meeting to order at 3 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE PREVIOUS MEETING Chairman Young opened the public hearing. With no speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Hallgren moved to approve the minutes. Commissioner Allen seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Lee, Hallgren, Butler, Allen, Young NAYS: None AGENDA ITEMS HOZ-2026-02: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply Historic Overlay Zoning To Approximately 0.139 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC). Located at 1902 North 1% Street. Legal Description Being Approximately 0.139 Acres Out of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of Craft’s Subdivision of Lot 2, Block 206, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. Ms. Kera Valois presented this request. Phi …

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Notable items

Apply Historic Overlay Zoning to 1902 North 1st Street
1902 North 1st Street · 0.139 ac

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

to approve the minutes. Commissioner Allen seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 yea

Lee yea · Hallgren yea · Butler yea · Allen yea · Young yea

motion to approve Historic Overlay Zoning carried by the following vote:

5 yea

Lee yea · Hallgren yea · Butler yea · Allen yea · Young yea

Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 16:00

Library Advisory Board

Library board to review book orders, get updates on Heritage Square and branch libraries

The Abilene Library Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from April, review pending book order recommendations, and hear a Library Director's report including updates on Abilene Heritage Square and Recreation Center branch libraries. Action is possible on the minutes and book orders.

Approve minutes from April 27, 2026 regular meeting
Review on-order catalog comments and recommend action on pending book orders
Update on Abilene Heritage Square
Update on Recreation Center Branch Libraries

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City of Abilene Library Advisory Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene Public Library Advisory Board of the City of Abilene to be held on July 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on April 27, 2026 (discussion and possible action). PUBLIC COMMENTS AGENDA ITEMS 2. Review on-order catalog comments and make a recommendation to the Library Director on pending book orders (discussion and possible action). 3. Library Director's Report (discussion). A. Abilene Heritage Square update. B. Recreation Center Branch Libraries update. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 13th day of July, 2026, at 2:50 p.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary, TRMC, CMC

Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

City Council to vote on special election for firefighter collective bargaining

The Abilene City Council will consider a special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on collective bargaining for the Abilene Fire Department and amendments to the city charter regarding impasse. The council will also discuss airport terminal expansion projects and approve various zoning changes and contracts.

Special election for firefighter collective bargaining
Airport terminal expansion and improvements construction
Zoning changes for multi-family and commercial use
Acceptance of FAA airport improvement grants
Approval of 2027 employee benefit plans

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✓ Decided: Council orders Nov. 3 special election on firefighter collective bargaining

The Abilene City Council approved two resolutions ordering a November 3, 2026 special election on a citizen petition to adopt collective bargaining for the fire department and to amend the city charter on bargaining impasse. The council also denied a conditional use permit for an RV park at 6702 East Lake Road, approved a guaranteed maximum price for the airport terminal expansion, and passed several zoning changes. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

Ordered special election on firefighter collective bargaining (7-0)
Ordered special election on charter amendment for bargaining impasse (7-0)
Denied CUP for RV park at 6702 East Lake Road (7-0)
Approved guaranteed maximum price for terminal expansion with Linbeck (7-0)
Approved Task Order 4 with Kutchins & Groh for terminal expansion consulting (7-0)
Approved CUP for daycare at 3050 Old Anson Road (7-0)
Rezoned 24.48 acres at East Lake Rd & Musgrave Blvd to Multi-Family (7-0)
Rezoned 6.97 acres at 2202 Union Lane to Multi-Family (7-0)

555 Walnut St., Abilene