Abilene public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Abilene City Council will consider a range of resolutions, ordinances, and contracts, including several water‑service truck purchases, a road reconstruction award, and an advanced funding agreement with TxDOT. A major item is the final‑reading ordinance to annex 140.97 acres of land adjacent to the city limits. The council will also review economic development agreements and insurance contracts.

• Purchase of two 2027 Freightliner M2 trucks with dump bodies for water distribution
• Award of Bid #CB-2614 to Epic Construction for Butterfield Meadows Alley Reconstruction (Phase I)
• Advanced Funding Agreement with Texas Department of Transportation for S. 14th Street Signal Improvements
• Economic Development Agreement with West Texas Custom Builders for 1310 Locust St.
• Final‑reading ordinance to annex 140.97 acres adjacent to the city limits

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold public hearings to discuss and potentially take action on a proposed location for the Fort Imagination Playground and field improvements for Legacy Little League. The board will also discuss league policies and receive reports on city parks, recreation, seniors, and the zoo.

• Proposed location for Fort Imagination Playground (Public Hearing)
• Proposed field improvements for Legacy Little League (Public Hearing)
• Discussion on setting a workshop for league policies
• Parks report covering Cedar Creek Trail, Sears Pavilion, and Festival Gardens
• Service award for Chance Coonrod (10 years)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting primarily to approve the minutes from its October 14, 2025 regular meeting, with no other decision items on the agenda. The board also plans to enter executive session to discuss legal issues and standards for board operations. The meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Public hearing and action on approving minutes from October 14, 2025 regular meeting
• Executive session authorized under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 for consultation with attorney

The Board of Adjustment met on Dec. 9, 2025. A motion to approve the minutes of the Oct. 14, 2025 meeting was made by Ms. Rixey, seconded by Ms. Sparks, and approved unanimously by the four members present. No other actions were taken; the executive session had no motions. The meeting adjourned at 9:43 a.m.

• Approved minutes of Oct. 14, 2025 meeting (ayes: Donaway, Rixey, Sparks, Loudermilk; nays: none)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an amendment to the Land Development Code regarding vacation travel trailer and recreational vehicle parks (Case OAM-2025-01). They will also vote on approving minutes from the December 2 regular meeting.

• Public hearing on amendment to LDC Chapter 4, Article 2, Division 11 – Vacation Travel Trailer/Recreational Vehicle Parks
• Approval of minutes from the December 2, 2025 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a tax abatement agreement with Lancium LLC for data center phases 9 and 10 and an electricity generation plant. Other items include first readings on three annexations totaling over 207 acres, final readings on rezonings, a historic overlay, and a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor. The council also plans to discuss ongoing litigation and economic development in closed session.

• Tax abatement agreements with Lancium LLC for Abilene DC 9, LLC (Phase 9), Abilene DC 10, LLC (Phase 10), and Abilene DC TPP, LLC (electricity generation plant)
• First reading of annexations: 19.12 acres, 140.97 acres, and 47.18 acres contiguous to city limits
• Final reading to rezone 29.26 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to General Commercial (GC) at 4994x West Lake Road
• Final reading for historic overlay zoning on 0.42 acres at 774 Butternut Street (HOZ-2025-01)
• Final reading to approve a Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo parlor at 202 Pine Street

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings on eight cases in which property owners face orders to rehabilitate, demolish, or pay civil penalties for substandard or unsafe buildings. The board will also receive end-of-fiscal-year statistics on condemnation and property maintenance inspections. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation.

• Public hearings for eight properties: 1126 Houston St, 3881 Janice Ln, 2074 Kansas St, 302 Willow St, 1857 Jeanette St, 1741 Anderson St, 342 S Mockingbird Ln, and 1041 N 15th St, each with a case for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties
• End of FY25 Condemnation and Property Maintenance Inspection Program Statistics presentation
• Executive session to consult with attorney under Texas Government Code Section 551.071
• Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 Board of Building Standards hearing

The Board of Building Standards approved the November 5 minutes and then voted on eight code‑enforcement cases. For each property the board either ordered the owner to repair the violations within 30 days with a compliance plan, or ordered demolition or a court appeal within 30 days. All motions passed unanimously with no dissenting votes.

• Ordered owner of 1126 Houston St to repair within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 3881 Janice Ln to demolish or appeal within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 2074 Kansas St to demolish or appeal within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 302 Willow St to repair within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 1857 Jeanette St to repair within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 1741 Anderson St to repair within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 3428S Mockingbird Ln to demolish or appeal within 30 days (6‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning changes and conditional use permits. The largest proposal involves rezoning 109.8 acres at 1202 Elmdale Road from Light Industrial to General Commercial, along with a conditional use permit for an RV park on the same property. Other items include rezoning 17.11 acres at 2242 Oakland Drive to Multi-Family, 5.1 acres at 2258 South Treadaway Boulevard to Light Industrial, and a 2.5-acre tract at 3557 FM 1750 to Single Family with duplexes under a CUP. The commission will also approve the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Rezoning 109.8 acres at 1202 Elmdale Road from Light Industrial to General Commercial (Z-2025-44)
• Conditional use permit for an RV park at 1202 Elmdale Road (CUP-2025-18)
• Rezoning 17.11 acres at 2242 Oakland Drive from Agricultural Open and Medium Density to Multi-Family (Z-2025-42)
• Rezoning 5.1 acres at 2258 South Treadaway Boulevard from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial (Z-2025-43)
• Rezoning 2.5 acres at 3557 FM 1750 from Agricultural Open to Single Family with duplex CUP (Z-2025-45, CUP-2025-19)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request for a Historic Project Tax Reduction of $9,478.29 for improvements at 760 Amarillo Street. They will also approve the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting.

• Historic Project Tax Reduction request for $9,478.29 at 760 Amarillo Street
• Approval of October 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It also approved a historic project tax reduction request for $9,478.29 for improvements at 760 Amarillo Street. Both motions passed with five votes in favor and none against.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $9,478.29 historic project tax reduction for 760 Amarillo St (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider approving a package of incentives for Project Surf, an unidentified economic development project, including an incentive from the Development Corporation of Abilene, a TIRZ #2 incentive, and a Chapter 380 agreement. The council will also vote on a contract with Linbeck for construction manager at risk services for the airport terminal expansion and improvements project, and appoint Katie Gore as municipal court judge. Several zoning changes and conditional use permits are on the consent agenda, including a tattoo parlor at 202 Pine Street and historic overlay zoning at 774 Butternut Street. The council will also consider the creation of a reinvestment zone of approximately 614.91 acres.

• Incentive package for Project Surf (items 26-28) including DCOA, TIRZ #2, and Chapter 380 agreements
• Contract with Linbeck for Construction Manager At Risk services for Airport Terminal Expansion and Improvements Project
• Appointment of Katie Gore as Municipal Court Judge
• Conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor at 202 Pine Street
• Rezoning of 29.26 acres at 4994x West Lake Road from Agricultural Open to General Commercial

The City Council approved the appointment of Katie Gore as Municipal Court Judge with a 7‑0 vote. The consent agenda items were also approved unanimously. Ordinance Z‑2025‑41 and three Project Surf economic‑development incentives were each adopted with 7‑0 votes.

• Approved appointment of Katie Gore as Municipal Court Judge (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4‑21 (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance Z‑2025‑41 to amend PDD‑177 (7‑0)
• Approved DCOA incentive and budget amendment for Project Surf (7‑0)
• Approved TIRZ #2 incentive for Project Surf (7‑0)
• Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement for Project Surf (7‑0)

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury will discuss and potentially approve artwork for public display, specifically reviewing artist proposals for Christopher Robin characters. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting.

• Approve minutes from July 21, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and action on accepting artwork for public display, including proposals for Christopher Robin characters

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold public hearings and consider possible action on a Memorandum of Agreement for the Fort Imagination Playground Project and a lease agreement with the Abilene Community Theatre. The board will also discuss service awards, approve minutes, and receive reports on parks, seniors, and zoo operations.

• Fort Imagination Playground Project Memorandum of Agreement and Location (public hearing and possible action)
• Abilene Community Theatre Lease Agreement (public hearing and possible action)
• Service Award to Janina Aguero (5 years) and Jesus Coronado (5 years)
• Parks Report: seasonal color change and Nelson Memorial Bench relocation
• Seniors Report: Turkey Trot and Wellness Wednesdays

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider approving retirement benefits for Bob Joyce, effective October 30, 2025. Other agenda items include accepting nominations for a trustee election, discussing annual membership in NCPERS and TEXPERS, and receiving an update from the funding committee. Public comments will be heard before these actions.

• Consider approval of retirement benefits for Bob Joyce, effective October 30, 2025
• Acceptance of nominations for trustee election
• Discussion and possible action on annual membership of NCPERS and TEXPERS
• Update on funding committee meeting
• Approval of October 28, 2025 meeting minutes

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will meet to approve minutes and discuss a public hearing for G.V. Daniels Playground and Airport Improvements. The board will also review marketing videos and the CityLink report.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• G.V. Daniels Playground (public hearing)
• Airport Improvements (public hearing)
• Marketing Videos (discussion)
• CityLink Report (discussion)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will consider and act on several items, including a construction manager at risk contract with Linbeck for the new terminal and a new lease with American Airlines. The board will also discuss an amendment to the Air Service Incentive Policy, acceptance of the FAA's FY26 Airport Improvement Grant, and relocation of an aircraft to the Grace Museum. Management reports cover terminal expansion, ramp projects, and federal government shutdown effects.

• Construction Manager At Risk contract with Linbeck for new Airport Terminal
• New lease with American Airlines
• Acceptance of FAA's FY26 Airport Improvement Grant
• Relocation of Derryberry aircraft to the Grace Museum
• Amendment to the Air Service Incentive Policy

City Council

The Abilene City Council is holding a special called meeting to receive a report, hold a public hearing, and take action on the appointment of the Municipal Court Judge.

• Oral Resolution: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the Appointment of the Municipal Court Judge

The council approved the appointment of Katie Gore as Municipal Court Judge after an executive session discussion. Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Regan moved the approval, Councilmember Beard seconded, and the motion carried unanimously with 7 AYES and 0 NAYS. No other actions were taken at the meeting.

• Approved appointment of Katie Gore as Municipal Court Judge (7-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review catalog comments and make recommendations on pending book orders. The board will also receive updates on the Recreation Center Branch Libraries and Abilene Heritage Square projects.

• Recommendation to the Library Director on pending book orders
• Update on Recreation Center Branch Libraries project
• Update on Abilene Heritage Square project
• Approval of August 4, 2025 meeting minutes

The Library Advisory Board approved the corrected minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The board also unanimously approved a recommendation to the Library Director to approve the pending book orders. No other actions were taken.

• Approved corrected minutes from Aug 4, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for pending book orders (4-0)

City Council

The Abilene City Council will consider a range of items including routine consent agenda actions, approval of minutes, and several procurement resolutions for furniture, a laboratory information system, and water‑treatment services. Council members will also hear multiple zoning and land‑development ordinance proposals and will hold public hearings on the issuance of general obligation bonds and revenue certificates. Economic‑development incentives for Project Surf and Project Rise will be reviewed and voted on.

• Approve purchase of furniture, fixtures & equipment for new recreation centers (multiple contracts)
• Approve contract with BTSOFT, Inc. for a Laboratory Information Management System
• Approve professional services contract with Enprotec / Hibbs & Todd, Inc. for Northeast Water Treatment Plant improvements
• Ordinance (First Reading) OAM-2025-01 to amend the Land Development Code for vacation travel trailer/RV parks
• Ordinance (Final Reading) authorizing issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds

The minutes for the Abilene City Council meeting on November 6, 2025 consist largely of unintelligible text. No specific actions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies are clearly documented. Consequently, there are no substantive decisions to report.

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings on seven properties to decide whether to require rehabilitation, demolition, or impose civil penalties. Property owners are given ten days to comply after notice. The board may also enter executive session to consult with an attorney.

• Case #24-000756: 2226 Henson St – rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties
• Case #24-004628 & 24-005247: 3317 S. 1st St – same
• Case #25-001320: 6118 S. 7th St – same
• Case #25-002554: 833 Nelson Dr – same
• Case #25-002556: 825 Nelson Dr – same

The Board approved the October 1 minutes. It declared several properties public nuisances and ordered demolition for three sites. For four other sites it ordered owners to execute compliance agreements and complete repairs. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved October 1 minutes (4-0-1)
• Declared 2226 Henson St a public nuisance; ordered demolition (5-0)
• Declared 3317S 1* St (Scott Highway Place) a public nuisance; ordered demolition (5-0)
• Declared 6118 S 7th St a public nuisance; ordered demolition (5-0)
• Ordered owner of 833 Nelson Dr to repair via compliance agreement (5-0)
• Ordered owner of 825 Nelson Dr to repair via compliance agreement (5-0)
• Ordered owner of 1710S 17" St to repair via compliance agreement (5-0)
• Ordered owner of 5120 Questa Dr to repair via compliance agreement (5-0)

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Abilene City Council. The council will receive a report, hold a public hearing, and take action on the appointment of the Municipal Court Judge. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to judge interviews. Public comments will be heard but no formal action will be taken during that period.

• Oral resolution to appoint the Municipal Court Judge after public hearing and discussion
• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.074 for Municipal Court Judge interviews
• Public comments period with no votes or formal actions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several zoning requests. These include requests for commercial rezoning, a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor, and amendments to the Land Development Code regarding RV parks.

• CUP-2025-16: Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo parlor at 202 Pine Street
• Z-2025-26: Rezoning 29.26 acres from Agricultural Open to General Commercial at 4994x West Lake Road
• Z-2025-39: Rezoning 9.44 acres from General Retail to General Commercial at 1204 Grape St
• Z-2025-40: Rezoning 2.59 acres to Medium Density at 5400 Ridgeline Dr
• OAM-2025-01: Amendment to Land Development Code regarding Vacation Travel Trailer/RV Parks

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and nominate officers for the 2026 term.

• Approve minutes from 09/02/2025 meeting
• Nomination and Election of Officers for 2026 Term

General

The Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board will hear public comments, approve minutes from the August 21 meeting, and review an update on the 2025 Street Maintenance Program. The main action item is a vote on proposed street projects for the 2026 program. The board will also set future meeting dates.

• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting on August 21, 2025
• Update on 2025 Street Maintenance Program projects
• Discussion and potential action on proposed 2026 street projects for the Street Maintenance Program
• Setting future meeting dates

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider approval of September 2025 minutes and financial statements, and hear a presentation on 4th quarter FY 2025 results and possible action on investment policy, asset allocation, and managers. The board will also discuss benefit cap language, future contributions, pending legal action, and approve survivor benefits for two individuals. Items include a potential new private equity fund investment and setting trustee election dates.

• Consider approval of September 2025 financial statements
• Presentation of 4th quarter FY 2025 results and possible action on investment policy, asset allocation, and investment managers
• Discussion and possible action on benefit cap language in plan document
• Consider approval of survivor benefits to Jan Kincaid and Judy Gulley, effective September 1, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on authorizing city to work with actuary to evaluate funding options

Landmarks Commission

The Abilene Landmarks Commission will meet to approve minutes from July 2025 and hold public hearings on two items: a request to replace wooden garage doors with steel at 1726 Swenson Street and a request for a historic overlay at 774 Butternut Street.

• Approve minutes from July 22, 2025
• Public hearing: Replace wooden garage doors with steel at 1726 Swenson Street
• Public hearing: Request for Historic Overlay at 774 Butternut Street

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. A public hearing was held on a request to replace three wooden garage doors at 1726 Swenson Street, but no speakers presented and the hearing was closed. No motion or vote was recorded on the Certificate of Appropriateness request.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss increasing passenger fares for CityLink and permit fees for certain food establishments. The body is also reviewing six zoning requests and several equipment purchases for city services.

• Proposed passenger fare increase for CityLink
• Proposed permit fee increase for certain food establishment permits
• Purchase of four 2026 Autocar ACX64 side loader refuse trucks
• Zoning request for 20.61 acres at the 400 block of Jolly Rogers Road to Multi-Family
• Zoning request for 44.90 acres at 3009 Dub Wright Boulevard and 3010 Bishop Road

The council approved the consent agenda, adopted a fare increase for CityLink bus passengers, approved revised permit fees for food establishments, and authorized a temporary ordinance allowing golf carts on public streets. It also confirmed reappointments to several boards and commissions.

• Approved consent agenda items 3‑20 (AYES 7, NAYS 0)
• Adopted Ordinance 78‑2025 to increase CityLink passenger fares (AYES 7, NAYS 0)
• Adopted Ordinance 79‑2025 amending food‑establishment permit fees with specific fee reductions (AYES 7, NAYS 0)
• Approved Ordinance 80‑2025 permitting golf carts on public streets for Pioneer Drive Baptist Church (AYES 7, NAYS 0)
• Approved Resolution 216‑2025 reappointing members to various boards and commissions (AYES 7, NAYS 0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss updates on several park projects and receive reports from the aquatics, seniors, and zoo departments. The board will also take action on the approval of meeting minutes.

• Project updates for Grover Nelson Park, Fort Imagination, ROC/AYSA, Recreation Centers, and Southwest Park
• Discussion on splash pad closures as of October 5th
• Report on cemetery fence repair
• Zoo animal updates and upcoming events
• Service award for Dwight D. Purdom

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet to discuss several operational items for senior services. The board will consider the introduction of a new Recreation Specialist and plan for upcoming activities.

• Introduction of New Recreation Specialist
• Lunch Cards
• Senior Day Trip
• Holiday Fundraiser
• Future Board Topics

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider three variance and special exception requests. The most consequential item is a special exception to resume residential use and reconstruct a building at 302 Willow Street. Two variance requests involve a carport setback at 1242 Chariot Circle and a side setback at 3451 Silver Oak Subdivision. The board may also enter executive session to consult with an attorney.

• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025 meeting
• BA-2025-07: Special exception to resume abandoned residential use and allow reconstruction over 50% of replacement cost at 302 Willow Street
• BA-2025-08: Variance to allow 27-ft carport with 1-ft setback (5 ft required) and 13-ft from edge of pavement (15 ft required) at 1242 Chariot Circle
• BA-2025-09: Variance to allow 20-ft side setback (25 ft required) at 3451 Silver Oak Subdivision

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and take final action on six zoning changes, including large tracts on Lantana Avenue and Hwy 277 S. First readings will be heard on increasing CityLink bus fares, raising food establishment permit fees, and amending golf cart rules. The council will also consider the convention center hotel budget, a lease renewal for the South Branch Library, and a management proposal for Maxwell Golf Course. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss multiple lawsuits and real property.

• First reading to increase passenger fares for CityLink (Item 11)
• First reading to amend fee schedule, raising permit fees for certain food establishments (Item 12)
• Final reading to rezone 106.76 acres at 6700 block of Lantana Avenue from RS-8 to RS-6 (Item 17)
• Final reading to rezone 99.45 acres at 6600 block of HWY 277 S from AO to RS-6 (Item 18)
• Public hearing on accepting a management proposal for Maxwell Golf Course at 1002 S 32nd Street (Item 21)

The City Council adopted the consent agenda (items 3‑6, 8‑13) by a 7‑0 vote. It approved an amendment to Planned Development District 104 to allow multi‑family base zoning in Tract 4 on East South 27th Street. Several final‑reading ordinances were passed to rezone properties on Sayles Boulevard, Lantana Avenue, HWY 277 S, and Burl Harris Drive. All motions carried with the votes shown in the minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (items 3‑6, 8‑13) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance Z‑2025‑25 to allow multi‑family base zoning in Tract 4, East South 27th St – vote 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance Z‑2025‑27 to rezone 1365 Sayles Blvd to Neighborhood Office (NO) – vote 6‑1
• Approved Ordinance Z‑2025‑29 to rezone 6700 block Lantana Ave from RS‑8 to RS‑6 – vote 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance Z‑2025‑30 to rezone 6600 block HWY 277 S from Agricultural Open to RS‑6 – vote 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance Z‑2025‑31 to rezone 4325 Burl Harris Dr from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial – vote 7‑0

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will administer the oath of office to a new member, review management reports on terminal improvements and air service development, and vote on an amendment to the Air Carrier Incentive Policy, a new consulting contract with Informa Princeton LLC, and a Local On-System Improvement Project Agreement with TxDOT for the new Airport Access Road. Five executive session topics are listed, including land development and lease negotiations.

• Administer oath of office to new ADB member Christie Eckhardt
• Discussion and action to recommend amendment to Air Carrier Incentive Policy
• Discussion and action to recommend new contract with Informa Princeton LLC for air service development consulting
• Discussion and action to recommend approval of Local On-System Improvement Project Agreement with TxDOT for new Airport Access Road
• Closed session topics include DCOA Project Radar, Airport Security, Area B Development Options, Lease Issues, and multiple DCOA projects

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on seven zoning changes, including a 44.9-acre rezoning for single-family homes and general commercial at Dub Wright Boulevard and Bishop Road, and a 20.61-acre request for multi-family housing on Jolly Rogers Road. The commission will also consider a mixed-use rezoning on N 20th Street and amend a planned development district. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Z-2025-37: Rezone 44.90 acres from Agricultural Open to Residential Single-Family and General Commercial at 3009 Dub Wright Boulevard and 3010 Bishop Road
• Z-2025-32: Rezone 20.61 acres from Agricultural Open and Medium Density to Multi-Family on the 400 block of Jolly Rogers Road
• Z-2025-33: Rezone 1.05 acres from Medium Density to Mixed Use at 1636 N 20th Street
• Z-2025-36: Rezone 5.23 acres from Agricultural Open to Heavy Commercial at 3329 Maple Street
• Z-2025-35: Amend terms of Planned Development District PDD-136 at 1699 S 1st Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. It also approved seven zoning and development requests, ranging from a 0.48‑acre industrial downgrade to a 44.90‑acre mixed residential‑commercial rezoning. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote and no opposition recorded.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑32: rezoned ~20.61 acres at 400 Block of Jolly Rogers Road from AO/MD to MF (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑33: rezoned ~1.05 acres at 1636 N 20" Street from MD to MX (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑34: rezoned ~2.88 acres at 6144 Buffalo Gap Road from RS‑8/COR & AO/COR to GR/COR (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑35: amended Planned Development District PDD‑136 at 1699 S 1° Street (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑36: rezoned ~5.23 acres at 3329 Maple Street from AO to HC (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑37: rezoned ~44.90 acres at 3009 Dub Wright Boulevard & 3010 Bishop Road from AO to RS‑6 & GC (6-0)
• Approved Z‑2025‑38: rezoned ~0.48 acres at 525 S Treadaway Blvd from HI to LI (6-0)

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Abilene City Council with the primary purpose of entering executive session to discuss economic development prospects. The only substantive agenda item is a closed discussion under Texas law regarding 'Lancium, Project Diamond.' No votes or formal actions are scheduled on that item during the open portion.

• Executive session discussion of Lancium, Project Diamond under Texas Gov't Code § 551.087 (business prospect/economic development)

The October 3, 2025 special session of the Abilene City Council included a public comment period with one speaker, followed by an executive session to discuss Lancium's Project Diamond under business prospect/economic development. No votes or actions were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 9:49 a.m.

Board of Building Standards

The Board will first approve the minutes from its September 3, 2025 meeting. It will then conduct public hearings on four cases involving requests for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties for properties at 1201 Mesquite St, 1749 N 12th St, 1710 S 17th St, and 5120 Questa Dr. The agenda also includes a statement of policy on building security and owner responsibilities.

• Case #24-002800 – 1201 Mesquite St: request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties.
• Case #25-000375 – 1749 N 12th St: request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties.
• Case #25-003826 – 1710 S 17th St: request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties.
• Case #25-004195 – 5120 Questa Dr: request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties.

The Board of Building Standards approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It declared the property at 1201 Mesquite St a public nuisance and ordered the owner to demolish it or appeal within 30 days. Similar public‑nuisance findings and demolition orders were made for 1749 N 12" St. The board also ordered the owner of 5120 Questa Dr to repair the building under a compliance agreement within 30 days.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (5‑0, 1 abstain)
• Declared 1201 Mesquite St a public nuisance (6‑0)
• Ordered demolition of 1201 Mesquite St or appeal within 30 days (6‑0)
• Declared 1749 N 12" St a public nuisance (6‑0)
• Ordered demolition of 1749 N 12" St or appeal within 30 days (6‑0)
• Ordered repair of 5120 Questa Dr with compliance agreement, permits, and inspections within 30 days (6‑0)

City Council

The Abilene City Council will hold first readings on several zoning changes, including requests to rezone over 200 acres for residential and commercial use. The consent agenda includes purchases of an aircraft rescue fire fighting vehicle, furniture for the new Main Library, and body armor for police. Public hearings are set on speed limit amendments and smoking exemptions for retail tobacco stores.

• Purchase of Oshkosh Striker 4x4 1,500-gallon aircraft rescue fire fighting vehicle
• Furniture, fixtures, and equipment for new Main Library at Abilene Heritage Square
• Body armor for Abilene Police Department specialty units
• First reading to rezone 106.76 acres at 6700 block Lantana Ave from RS-8 to RS-6
• First reading to rezone 99.45 acres at 6600 block HWY 277 S from AO to RS-6

The City Council approved the consent agenda (items 4‑16 and 18‑23) unanimously. It adopted a bulk‑chemical purchase for water treatment, selecting International Dioxide as the bidder. A new ordinance lowered the speed limit on Waldrop Drive from 40 mph to 30 mph. Another ordinance allowed retail tobacco stores to serve alcoholic beverages under the BYOB rule. The council also confirmed several board and commission appointments, with one member abstaining due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved consent agenda (items 4‑16, 18‑23) – vote 7‑0
• Approved bulk chemicals purchase for water and wastewater treatment; International Dioxide selected as winning bidder – vote 7‑0
• Approved ordinance to lower speed limit on Waldrop Drive (40 mph to 30 mph) – vote 7‑0
• Approved ordinance permitting retail tobacco stores to serve alcohol under BYOB exemption – vote 7‑0
• Approved appointments to various boards and commissions (e.g., Airport Development Board) – vote 6‑0, 1 abstain

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider approval of the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes and accept the July and August 2025 financial statements. The board will discuss a possible increase to the benefit cap for retirees. An update on the upcoming TLFFRA conference will also be provided.

• Approve August 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accept July and August 2025 financial statements
• Discuss raising the benefit cap for fund members
• Provide update on the upcoming TLFFRA conference

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on several zoning changes and conditional use permits. The body is also considering budget approvals for city-affiliated organizations and awarding contracts for street and water department repairs.

• Rezone 140.25 acres at 3802 Stewart Road from Agriculture Open to Patio Home
• Rezone 30.91 acres at 1873 Maple Street from PDD-58 to PDD-195
• Conditional Use Permit for an RV park at the 1600 block of E. Lowden St.
• Awarding S. 14th St. Rehabilitation bid to J.H. Strain & Sons, Inc.
• Awarding Water Department repair bids to Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc.

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda and a series of items, including an IT network contract, a tax‑certificate notice, and several zoning changes. All motions carried with unanimous votes except the City Attorney evaluation, which passed 5‑0. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Consent Agenda (items 3‑7, 9‑13) (6‑0)
• Approved acquisition of network switches and security products from CDW‑G (Resolution 176‑2025) (6‑0)
• Approved notice of intention to issue tax certificates for TWDB Lead Projects (Resolution 180‑2025) (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1873 Maple St. (30.91 acres) to PDD‑195 (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1600 E. Lowden St. (33.89 acres) to Agricultural Open (6‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 1600 E. Lowden St. RV park (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 3802 Stewart Rd. (140.25 acres) to Patio Home (6‑0)
• Approved annual evaluation of the City Attorney (5‑0)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will consider approving the August 2025 minutes and hear management reports on terminal improvements, aircraft ramp projects, and other operations. They will then vote on an amendment to a recommendation for purchasing an Index B Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) truck. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property, security, lease negotiations, and air service development.

• Consideration and action approving minutes of August 13, 2025 meeting
• Management reports on terminal improvements/expansion, aircraft ramp project, and airstrip attack event
• Discussion and action to amend recommendation for purchase of Index B ARFF truck
• Executive session on DCOA Project Radar, Area B Development Options, lease issues, and air service development
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 8, 2025

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will approve meeting minutes, then discuss several items. Topics include zoo improvements, a possible increase in CityLink bus fares, a CityLink operational report, and Disability Awareness Month. The board will also consider recommendations for future meeting topics.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Discussion of zoo improvements (public hearing, possible action)
• Discussion of CityLink fare increases (public hearing, possible action)
• Discussion of CityLink report
• Discussion of Disability Awareness Month (public hearing, possible action)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will approve the minutes from its August 6 meeting and hold public hearings on cases involving demolition, rehabilitation, and civil penalties for properties across Abilene.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 Board of Building Standards minutes
• Public hearing for 300 Wall St (Case #24-000052)
• Public hearing for 5502 N 1st St (Case #24-000054)
• Public hearing for 218 Meander St (Case #25-001191)
• Public hearing for 161 S Pioneer Dr (Case #25-003834)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on seven zoning cases (Z-2025-25 through Z-2025-31) involving requests for planned development amendments, changes to agricultural/open, multi-family, commercial, and industrial designations, and residential lot-size adjustments. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its August 5, 2025 meeting.

• Z-2025-25: Amend PDD-104 to allow multi-family base zoning on 16.5 acres along East South 27th Street
• Z-2025-26: Rezone 29.26 acres from Agricultural Open to Light Industrial at 4994x W Lake Road
• Z-2025-28: Rezone 32.55 acres to General Commercial at 1755 E Stamford Street
• Z-2025-29: Rezone 106.76 acres from RS-8 to RS-6 on the 6700 block of Lantana Avenue
• Z-2025-30: Rezone 99.45 acres from Agricultural Open to RS-6 on the 6600 block of Hwy 277 S

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 5 meeting. It approved a request to amend a Planned Development District to allow multi‑family base zoning in Tract 4 on East South 27th Street. It tabled a request to rezone 29.26 acres from Agricultural Open to Light Industrial, denied a request to change a 0.23‑acre parcel from Multi‑Family to Mixed Use, and approved several other zoning changes, including a 32.55‑acre shift to General Commercial, a 106.76‑acre change to Residential Single‑Family RS‑6, and a 6.53‑acre conversion from Heavy to Light Industrial.

• Approved August 5 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Z‑2025‑25 amendment to allow multi‑family zoning (unanimous)
• Tabled Z‑2025‑26 request to change 29.26 acres from AO to LI (unanimous)
• Denied Z‑2025‑27 request to change 0.23 acres from MF to MX (5‑2)
• Approved Z‑2025‑28 rezoning of 32.55 acres to General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Z‑2025‑29 rezoning of 106.76 acres to RS‑6 (unanimous)
• Approved Z‑2025‑31 rezoning of 6.53 acres from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial (unanimous)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board will meet to approve minutes from July 2025, discuss bylaws, elect officers, and approve policy updates and a funds request.

• Approval of July 15, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of bylaws
• Election of Chair and Secretary
• Approval of CAC Policy Updates
• CAC Funds Request

City Council

The Abilene City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including utility relocation contracts, a new library furniture purchase, and software for birth records. The body will also hold public hearings on zoning changes for residential and commercial properties.

• Approving IH-20 utility relocation project contract with Pate Garver LP
• Purchasing FF&E for the new Main Library at Abilene Heritage Square
• Approving software platform for birth and death records
• Public hearings on rezoning 30.91 acres at 1873 Maple Street
• Public hearings on rezoning 140.25 acres at 3802 Stewart Road

The council approved an amendment to the city code limiting BYOB establishment hours to 2 a.m.‑7 a.m., passing 6‑0. It also adopted the 2025 Title VI/Nondiscrimination Plan and approved tax‑abatement agreements with Lancium LLC, each with a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted BYOB hours amendment (2 am‑7 am) – approved 6‑0
• Adopted 2025 Title VI/Nondiscrimination Plan – approved 6‑0
• Approved tax‑abatement agreements with Lancium LLC – approved 6‑0
• Rezoned 33.89 acres from Medium Density/General Retail to Agricultural Open – approved 6‑0
• Granted Conditional Use Permit for RV park on same parcel – approved 6‑0
• Accepted FAA FY25 Airport Improvement Program Entitlement Grant – approved 6‑0
• Accepted Military Installation Readiness Grant – approved 6‑0
• Approved contract with Tyler Technologies for birth and death records software – approved 6‑0

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider accepting July 2025 minutes and financial statements. A presentation by Tony Kay of Mariner Institutional on 3rd quarter FY 2025 results will lead to discussion and possible action on investment policy, asset allocation, and investment managers. The board will also discuss a new contract with Mariner for consulting services. Additionally, the board will accept a trustee resignation and consider appointing a new citizen member to fill the vacancy.

• Presentation of 3rd quarter FY 2025 results by Tony Kay of Mariner Institutional with possible action on investment policy and asset allocation
• Discussion and possible action on a new contract with Mariner Institutional for consulting services
• Acceptance of resignation from trustee position by Ken Dozier
• Discussion and possible action on appointment of new citizen member to fill trustee vacancy
• Acceptance of July 2025 financial statements

Venue Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Events Venue District Board will meet to discuss and potentially decide on the FY 2026 allocation of the 2% venue tax. They will also consider approving the FY 2025 revised budget and FY 2026 budget. Additionally, the board will hear presentations on venue programs from Frontier Texas! and Taylor County Expo Center, and elect officers.

• Administer oath of office to Miguel Espinoza
• Election of board officers
• Acceptance of annual audit report for year ending September 30, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on FY 2026 allocation of 2% venue tax
• Approval of FY 2025 revised budget and FY 2026 budget

General

The Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board will approve minutes from its September 5, 2024 meeting. It will receive a report and discuss the 2025 Street Maintenance Program. The board will also discuss and take action on the proposed 2026 street projects. Finally, it will consider dates for future board meetings.

• Approve minutes from the regular meeting held on September 5, 2024
• Program update: discussion of the 2025 Street Maintenance Program projects
• Discussion and action on proposed 2026 street projects for the maintenance program
• Set future meeting dates for the Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board

Parks & Recreation Board

The Abilene Parks and Recreation Board will meet on August 19, 2025 to discuss several agenda items. Items include the Habitat and Angler Access Program Grants, upcoming park improvements, and reports on aquatics, parks, seniors, and the zoo. The Parks Report covers sidewalk repair at City Hall, irrigation repairs at Nelson Park, and pavilion demolition at Cobb Park.

• Habitat and Angler Access Program Grants (discussion)
• Upcoming Park Improvements (discussion)
• Sidewalk Repair – City Hall (discussion)
• Irrigation Repairs – Nelson Park (discussion)
• Pavilion Demolition – Cobb Park (discussion)

Health Advisory Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District Advisory Board will meet to discuss the impact of HB2844 on food vendors and establishments. The board will also review epidemiological trends and a partnership for early childhood outdoor learning curriculum.

• Impact of HB2844 on mobile food vendors and certain food establishments
• Partnership with DSHS and Texas AgriLife for early childhood outdoor learning curriculum
• Review of epidemiological trends in public health

City Council

The Abilene City Council will hold public hearings and take final action on the revised 2024-2025 budget, the proposed 2025-2026 budget, the tax levy, and fees for the coming fiscal year. They will also hold public hearings on rezoning 21.22 acres on Memorial Drive for multi-family housing, and on new regulations for Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB) establishments. The consent agenda includes multiple vehicle purchases and infrastructure contracts.

• Final reading of the proposed 2025-2026 budget and setting the tax levy
• Public hearing on rezoning 21.22 acres on Memorial Drive from General Retail to Multi Family
• Public hearings on creating a BYOB permit requirement, fee, and hours regulation
• Public hearing on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and use of CDBG and HOME funds
• Approval of the FY25 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant

The council approved the consent agenda (7‑0). It then approved two Conditional Use Permits for freight containers at 4338 Rio Mesa Drive and 358 East South 11th Street (each 7‑0). Later, the council denied the proposed BYOB permit ordinance (7‑0). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for freight container at 4338 Rio Mesa Drive (CUP‑2025‑13) (7‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for freight container at 358 East South 11th Street (CUP‑2025‑14) (7‑0)
• Denied BYOB Permit Ordinance (item 23) (7‑0)
• Removed BYOB Permit Ordinance from table (7‑0)
• Denied BYOB Permit Fee Ordinance (item removed) (7‑0)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will consider approving minutes from July, reviewing reports on terminal improvements and air service, and discussing the purchase of an aircraft rescue fire fighting truck. The board also lists several topics for a potential executive session, including real estate negotiations and security matters.

• Approval of July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recommendation to accept FY 25 FAA AIP Entitlement Grant
• Discussion on purchase of an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Truck
• Discussion on Terminal Expansion and Improvements Design
• Executive session topics: DCOA Project Radar, Airport Security, Area B Development

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request to allow 49 multi-family apartments at 301 Cypress Street, where 24 units are the maximum permitted. The board will also consider approving minutes from its June 10, 2025 regular meeting.

• Variance request BA-2025-06 to redevelop an existing building at 301 Cypress Street into 49 multi-family apartments (24-unit maximum allowed)
• Approval of minutes from the June 10, 2025 regular meeting

Board of Building Standards

The Abilene Board of Building Standards will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and hold public hearings on cases involving property rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties for nine specific properties.

• Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public hearing for 2074 Kansas St (Case #23-000562)
• Public hearing for 11026 W Lake Rd (Case #25-000871)
• Public hearing for 1358 Cypress St (Case #25-001202)
• Public hearing for 6118 S 7th St (Case #25-001320)

The Board of Building Standards declared several properties public nuisances and ordered demolition or repair actions. One property was tabled for future consideration. All motions passed unanimously.

• Declared 2074 Kansas St a public nuisance and ordered demolition (7-0)
• Declared 11026 W Lake Rd a public nuisance and ordered demolition (7-0)
• Declared 1358 Cypress St a public nuisance and ordered demolition (7-0)
• Ordered owner of 6118 S 7th St to repair with permit plan and inspections (7-0)
• Tabled 1134 Elm St case until the next Board hearing (7-0)
• Ordered owner of 2066 Belmont Blvd to execute a compliance agreement and repair (7-0)
• Declared 2209 Fannin St a public nuisance and ordered demolition (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several rezoning requests and one conditional use permit. These items involve changes to land use designations for various properties across the city.

• Z-2025-21: Rezone 30.91 acres at 1873 Maple Street from PDD-58 to PDD-195
• Z-2025-22: Rezone 33.89 acres at Parcel ID 75888 from MD and GR to Agricultural Open (AO)
• CUP-2025-15: Conditional Use Permit for an RV park on 33.89 acres at Parcel ID 75888
• Z-2025-23: Rezone 4.46 acres at 4051 W Lake Road from PDD-42 to Agricultural Open (AO)
• Z-2025-24: Rezone 140.25 acres at 3802 Stewart Road from AO to Patio Home (PH)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved six land‑use requests. The minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. The commission also approved rezoning of properties at 1873 Maple St, 4051 West Lake Rd, and 3802 Stewart Rd, as well as a rezoning of 33.89 acres to Agricultural Open and a conditional use permit for a 110‑space RV park on that same parcel. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 30.91 acres from PDD‑58 to PDD‑195 at 1873 Maple St (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 33.89 acres from MD/GR to Agricultural Open (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for 110‑space RV park on 33.89 acres AO (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4.46 acres from PDD‑42 to Agricultural Open at 4051 West Lake Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 140.25 acres from Agricultural Open to Patio Home at 3802 Stewart Rd (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will consider approving corrected and regular minutes from prior meetings. They will review catalog comments and make a recommendation on pending book orders. The board will also receive updates on the Summer Reading Challenge, the Recreation Center Branch Libraries project, and the Abilene Heritage Square project.

• Approve corrected minutes from November 4, 2024, and regular minutes from February 3, 2025
• Review on-order catalog comments and recommend action on pending book orders
• Receive update on Summer Reading Challenge 2025
• Receive update on Recreation Center Branch Libraries project
• Receive update on Abilene Heritage Square project

City Council

The Abilene City Council will hold public hearings on several items including a rezoning request for 21.22 acres along Memorial Drive from General Retail to Multi-Family. The council will also consider modifying year-round water management stages and introducing a permit for bring-your-own-beverage (BYOB) establishments with a new fee. Additionally, the council will vote on multiple resolutions for contracts and technology projects.

• Rezone 21.22 acres from General Retail to Multi-Family on Memorial Drive (Ordinance Z-2025-19)
• Modify year-round water management stages (public hearing)
• First reading of ordinance to require BYOB permit and add fee
• Conditional use permits for freight containers on Rio Mesa Dr. and E. South 11th St.
• Resolutions for social media management contract (Sprout Social), Fort Phantom Hill pump repair, and police surveillance cameras

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda and a buffer‑area amendment to Planned Development District 181. It also confirmed several appointments, adopted the 2026 Economic Development Plan and its FY 2026 budget, and tabled the proposed BYOB permit ordinance. All votes were unanimous with no dissent.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance Z-2025-20 to amend buffer area of PDD‑181 (7-0)
• Approved board and commission appointments (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved appointment of Assistant Municipal Court Judges Forrest B. McCray and Chaile Allen (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Development Corporation of Abilene 2026 Economic Development Plan (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved FY 2026 budget for Development Corporation of Abilene (7-0, 1 absent)
• Tabled BYOB permit ordinance for further drafting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special called workshop to review the revised FY 2025 budget and the proposed FY 2026 budget, followed by first-reading public hearings on ordinances to adopt both budgets, set the tax levy, and approve fees and charges for FY 2025-2026. No formal votes are taken on public comments; all agenda items are subject to action.

• Presentation: Revised FY 2025 and Proposed FY 2026 Budgets and Complete Budget Review
• Ordinance on first reading to approve the revised 2024-2025 budget
• Ordinance on first reading to approve the proposed 2025-2026 budget
• Ordinance on first reading to set the tax levy
• Ordinance on first reading to adopt fees and charges for FY 2025-2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a special workshop to review revised FY2025 and proposed FY2026 budgets. They will hold public hearings and consider first-reading ordinances to approve both budgets, set the tax levy, and adopt fees for FY2025-2026. No formal votes are taken during public comment, but action will be taken on the ordinances.

• Presentation: Revised FY2025 and Proposed FY2026 Budgets
• Ordinance (First Reading): Approve Revised 2024-2025 Budget
• Ordinance (First Reading): Approve Proposed 2025-2026 Budget
• Ordinance (First Reading): Set the Tax Levy
• Ordinance (First Reading): Adopt Fees and Charges for FY2025-2026

The council approved the proposed 2025-2026 budget on first reading with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The council also approved the tax levy ordinance setting the rate at $0.7506 per $100 assessed value, also by a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved FY 2025-2026 budget (7-0)
• Approved tax levy at $0.7506 rate (7-0)

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider routine items including approval of June 2025 minutes and financial statements, and a $187.50 legal fee payment. They will discuss and possibly take action on becoming lead plaintiff in a class action suit against Western Asset Management, and approve retirement benefits for John Gallagher. Updates on the October TLFFRA conference and Ceridian/Dayforce overtime software changes are also scheduled.

• Discussion and possible action on becoming lead plaintiff in class action against Western Asset Management
• Approval of retirement benefits for John Gallagher, retired June 22, 2025
• Payment of $187.50 for legal services to Hund, Krier, Wilkerson and Wright, P.C.
• Acceptance of June 2025 financial statements
• Update on October TLFFRA conference

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 24, 2025. The body will also hold a public hearing and take action on a Certificate of Appropriateness request for building alterations.

• CA-2025-02: Request for concrete patio and ADA compliant ramp on the west end or north side of a building
• CA-2025-02: Proposal for a new west awning to match the east awning
• CA-2025-02: Proposal to replace two wood bay doors on the north side with glass

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting with a unanimous vote. The commission also moved to remove agenda item CA-2025-02 from the table, and that motion passed unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Removed agenda item CA-2025-02 from table (5-0)

City Council

This is a special called budget workshop. The council will receive presentations on the revised FY 2025 and proposed FY 2026 budgets, then hold public hearings and consider ordinances on first reading to approve both budgets, set the tax levy, and adopt fees and charges for FY 2025-2026.

• Presentation: Revised FY 2025 and Proposed FY 2026 Budgets and Complete Budget Review
• Ordinance (First Reading): Approve the Revised 2024-2025 Budget
• Ordinance (First Reading): Approve the Proposed 2025-2026 Budget
• Ordinance (First Reading): Set the Tax Levy
• Ordinance (First Reading): Adopt Fees and Charges for FY 2025-2026

The Abilene City Council held a special session on July 21, 2025. City staff presented the revised General Fund budget for FY 2024‑2025 and the proposed budget for FY 2025‑2026, including revenue and expenditure changes for multiple funds. No motions, votes, or formal approvals were recorded in the minutes.

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury will review the minutes from its February 24, 2025 meeting. It will also discuss and potentially approve artwork proposals for public display, including a Christopher Robin character. Both items are slated for discussion and action at the July 21, 2025 meeting.

• Review and action on minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting
• Discussion and approval of a Christopher Robin public artwork proposal

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet to introduce new board members and staff. The board will also discuss several upcoming senior-focused activities and future topics for the board.

• Senior Talent Show
• Senior Wellness Expo
• Senior Trip to Fort Worth Botanic Gardens
• Introduction of new board members and staff

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a plat for Grover Nelson Park. The board will also discuss designating July as Park and Recreation Month and receive reports on aquatics, parks, seniors, and the zoo. Minutes from the previous meeting will be reviewed and possibly approved.

• Public hearing and possible action on Grover Nelson Park plat approval
• Discussion of Park and Recreation Month designation
• Aquatics Report (discussion only)
• Parks Report (discussion only)
• Zoo Report (discussion only)

General

The Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board will hold a meeting to approve minutes from June 24, 2025, and discuss two agenda items: National Night Out and proposed by-laws. No votes on binding ordinances or contracts are scheduled. The meeting is open for public comments.

• Discussion of by-laws for the Child Advocacy Center Board
• Planning for National Night Out event
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2025 meeting

City Council

The Abilene City Council will consider a lease for a new Main Branch Library at Heritage Square, adopt a BYOB permit requirement and associated fee, and approve several contracts and purchases. Items include a pedestrian plaza contract, an extended street‑use license for the Center for Contemporary Arts, and the acquisition of a 2026 Freightliner water truck. The council will also vote on Dell server purchases and update the Pace Program report.

• Authorize contract with Teinert Construction for a pedestrian plaza
• Extend street‑use license for Center for Contemporary Arts, 240 Cypress Street
• Purchase one 2026 Freightliner M2‑106 Ledwell 2000‑gallon water truck
• Adopt BYOB permit requirement and BYOB permit fee ordinance
• Approve lease for new Main Branch Library at Abilene Heritage Square

The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved an amendment to the 2020 PACE program report, re‑appointed members to the Landmarks Commission, and authorized a lease for a new main branch library at Abilene Heritage Square. Each action passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved amendment to the 2020 PACE program report (7-0)
• Approved re‑appointments to the Landmarks Commission (7-0)
• Approved lease for new main branch library at Heritage Square (7-0)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will meet to elect a Board Chair and Vice-Chair. The board will review management reports on airport projects and may enter executive session to discuss real estate, security, and business prospects.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Updates on Terminal Improvements/Expansion and Aircraft Ramp Project
• Review of ARFF Truck Bid
• Executive session discussion on DCOA Projects Radar, Cadence, and Echo
• Executive session discussion on Area B Development Options

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will discuss a marketing presentation, the Carver Park playground project, and planning for Champions Day on July 26th. They will also receive updates on CityLink services and consider future board topics. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Marketing presentation for board review (discussion)
• Carver Park playground project (discussion)
• Champions Day event planning, scheduled for July 26th (discussion)
• CityLink transit update (discussion)
• CityLink report (discussion)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will hold a public hearing to approve or deny requests for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties on seven properties listed on the agenda. Each case requires owners to present repair timelines, scopes of work, and cost estimates from licensed contractors. The Board may order owners to secure and clean lots within ten days, or the City may perform work and bill the owners. Minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting will also be approved.

• Case #23-004934 – 325 Westmoreland St, owner Islas Guadalupe
• Case #24-000052 – 300 Wall St, owner 300 Wall St LLC (Delaware)
• Case #24-000054 – 5502 N 1st St, owner 300 Wall St LLC (Delaware)
• Case #24-000055 – 5512 N 1st St, owner 300 Wall St LLC (Delaware)
• Case #24-000345 – 502 N Willis St, owner Advance Capital Commercial LLC

The Board approved the June 4, 2025 minutes. It declared 325 Westmoreland St a public nuisance and ordered demolition. It required owners of 300 Wall St properties to execute a compliance agreement within 30 days. It imposed $27,200 in civil penalties for 502 N Willis St and ordered repairs for 218 Meander St.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (5‑0, 1 abstain)
• Declared 325 Westmoreland St a public nuisance, ordered demolition (6‑0)
• Ordered owners of 300 Wall St properties to execute a compliance agreement within 30 days (6‑0)
• Imposed civil penalties of $27,200 for 502 N Willis St (6‑0)
• Ordered owner of 218 Meander St to obtain permits, submit repair plan, and complete inspections (6‑0)

General

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board will discuss available funds and project updates for TIRZ District #2. The board is scheduled to take action on a resolution of support for Project Surf following an executive session.

• Action on minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting
• Financial update on available funds for TIRZ District #2
• Report on past and present projects funded by TIRZ #2
• Executive session regarding Project Surf (Business Prospect/Economic Development)
• Public hearing and action on Project Surf Resolution of Support

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on four zoning cases. These include requests for conditional use permits and changes to land use designations.

• Z-2025-19: Request to rezone 21.22 acres along Memorial Drive from General Retail to Multi Family
• CUP-2025-13: Request for a conditional use permit for a freight container at 4338 Rio Mesa Drive
• CUP-2025-14: Request for a conditional use permit for a freight container at 358 East South 11th Street
• Z-2025-20: Request to amend buffer area terms for PDD-181 at 617 F.M. 2404

The commission approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. It approved two conditional use permits for freight containers at 4338 Rio Mesa Drive and 358 East South 11th Street. It approved rezoning of about 21.22 acres from General Retail to Multi‑Family along Memorial Drive. It also approved an amendment to the buffer area of Planned Development District 181 at 617 F.M. 2404.

• Approved minutes from June 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for two freight containers at 4338 Rio Mesa Drive (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for two freight containers at 358 East South 11th Street (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of ~21.22 acres from General Retail to Multi‑Family along Memorial Drive (5-0)
• Approved amendment to buffer area of PDD‑181 at 617 F.M. 2404 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including contracts for dental insurance, Tyler Technologies software, and a mini excavator. Public hearings and final readings are scheduled for multiple rezoning and conditional use permit requests across Abilene. The council will also administer the oath of office to new City Manager Emily Crawford.

• Rezone 12.5 acres at 3400-3500 Maple Street from Agricultural Open to Patio Home
• Rezone 11.25 acres at 1717 Musgrave Boulevard from Agricultural Open and PDD-120 to Multi-Family
• Rezone 12.96 acres at 6817X Horse Head Crossing to Neighborhood Retail and General Retail
• Economic Development Agreement with Chowning Realty LLC for 3450 S 11th St and 3549 N 11th St
• Contract for Cedar Ridge Reservoir federal permitting with Enprotec/Hibbs & Todd

The council adopted the consent agenda and approved a professional services contract for the Cedar Ridge Reservoir permitting. It also approved three conditional‑use permits for a freight container, a social organization and ambulance services. Additionally, six rezoning actions converting agricultural, medium‑density and general‑retail parcels to new uses were adopted.

• Approved consent agenda (items 2‑5, 8‑14) 6‑0
• Approved Enprotec/Hibbs & Todd professional services contract 6‑0
• Approved CUP for freight container at 6410A Buffalo Gap Rd 5‑0, 1 abstain
• Approved CUP for social organization at 1726 Swenson St 6‑0
• Approved CUP for ambulance services at 3301 S 14th St Suite 34A 6‑0
• Approved rezoning 12.5 acres AO to PH at 3400‑3500 Maple St 6‑0
• Approved rezoning 0.32 acres MD to HI at 1233 & 1241 Cherry St 6‑0
• Approved rezoning 0.31 acres GR to GC at 1801 Grape St 6‑0

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider approving the May 2025 meeting minutes, April and May financial statements, and retirement benefits for Sammy Hightower. The board will also discuss and possibly authorize a $4,500 payment to Foster & Foster for actuarial studies on funding options.

• Consider approval of April and May 2025 financial statements
• Consider approval of retirement benefits for Sammy Hightower, effective May 13, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on $4,500 payment to Foster & Foster for funding options studies

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications. One request is for adding a concrete patio and repairing an awning at 901 North 1st Street. The other is for replacing shingles and repairing the foundation at 760 Amarillo Street. The commission will also approve minutes from April 22.

• CA-2025-02: Certificate of Appropriateness for concrete patio, awning repair, and window replacement at 901 North 1st Street
• CA-2025-03: Certificate of Appropriateness for shingle replacement, foundation repair, and gutter installation at 760 Amarillo Street
• Approval of minutes from the April 22 regular meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. It approved the awning portion of the Certificate of Appropriateness for 901 North 1st Street, denied the window‑replacement portion, and tabled the remaining requests. It also approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for 760 Amarillo Street covering roof, foundation and gutter work. All votes were unanimous except the window‑replacement vote, which was 3‑2 against.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved awning portion of CA-2025-02 for 901 N 1st St (5-0)
• Denied window replacement portion of CA-2025-02 (3-2)
• Tabled remaining requests of CA-2025-02 (5-0)
• Approved CA-2025-03 for 760 Amarillo St (5-0)

General

The Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board is meeting to introduce a new Executive Director and approve related documents. They will also discuss by-laws, fill member vacancies, and elect a board secretary.

• Introduction of new CAC Executive Director
• Approval of documents regarding new Executive Director
• By-laws discussion
• Discussion of Member Vacancies
• Election of CAC Board Secretary position

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board will introduce and consider documents for a new Executive Director. The board will also elect a board secretary, discuss by-laws, and review a site visit. The meeting includes approval of March minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Approve March minutes
• Introduction of new CAC Executive Director
• Approval of documents regarding new Executive Director
• By-Laws discussion
• Election of CAC Board Secretary position

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold elections for its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also receive status reports on recreation center construction, aquatics, parks, seniors, and the zoo.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Recreation Centers Construction Update
• Aquatics Report including Adventure Cove updates and swim lessons
• Parks Report regarding Sears Pavilion, new park signs, and Everman Park Fountain

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and take action to canvass the June 7 runoff election returns for City Council Place 5 and declare the results. Following that, they will issue a Certificate of Election and administer the Oath of Office to Councilmember-Elect Miguel Espinoza.

• Canvass returns and declare results of June 7 runoff election for City Council Place 5
• Issue Certificate of Election and administer Oath of Office to Miguel Espinoza, Place 5
• Public hearing on election results

City Council

The Abilene City Council will vote on several first‑reading ordinances that request rezoning of agricultural and other parcels and conditional use permits for freight containers, social organizations, ambulance services, and other uses. It will also approve contracts for plumbing, cyber‑attack response, and professional services, and adopt a tax‑certificate ordinance. A public hearing will be held for the rezoning and CUP items after any are pulled from the consent agenda.

• Rezoning 12.5 acres from Agricultural Open to Patio Home on Maple Street (Z‑2025‑10)
• Conditional use permit for a freight container at 6410A Buffalo Gap Road (CUP‑2025‑09)
• Contract approval for plumbing services with Accurate Air Solutions, LLC and Black Plumbing Services, LLC
• Approval of emergency purchase contracts related to a recent cyber‑attack
• Ordinance authorizing issuance of city tax and limited surplus revenue certificates

City Council

This is a special called meeting with limited agenda. The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss Project Diamond, a business prospect involving Crusoe & Lancium, under economic development confidentiality. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Executive session discussion of Project Diamond (Crusoe & Lancium) under Texas Government Code 551.087 (economic development).

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and vote on two requests for special exceptions and variances to expand nonconforming structures. One at 701 S. Pioneer Drive seeks a 5-foot setback where 30 feet is required; another at 222 Bois D Arc Street seeks a 0-foot alley setback where 25 feet is required. The board will also approve minutes from the May 13 meeting.

• BA-2025-04: special exception and 5-foot setback variance at 701 S. Pioneer Drive (required 30 feet)
• BA-2025-05: special exception and 0-foot alley setback variance at 222 Bois D Arc Street (required 25 feet)
• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 regular meeting

The board approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting. It approved a special exception and variance to expand a nonconforming structure at 701 S. Pioneer Drive, citing a landlocked hardship. It also approved a special exception and variance for an expansion at 222 Bois D Arc Street, noting the existing building predates current setbacks. All three actions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved May 13 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved special exception & variance for 701 S. Pioneer Drive expansion (5-0)
• Approved special exception & variance for 222 Bois D Arc Street expansion (5-0)

Board of Building Standards

The Abilene Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings on six cases where property owners are required to rehabilitate, demolish, or face civil penalties for substandard buildings. The board will also approve minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. Owners must present repair timelines and cost estimates.

• Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Case #22-003439: 1325 Pecan St., owner Roel Lopez
• Case #24-004056: 742 Chestnut St., owner Deborah Ann Martinez et al
• Case #24-004334: 2426 S. 2nd St., owner 263 Holdings, LLC
• Cases #24-004628 & 24-005247: 3317 S. 1st St., owner RD Unity Properties, LLC (two parcels)

The Board of Building Standards approved the April 2, 2025 minutes. It ordered owners of five properties to obtain permits, submit repair plans and complete repairs within 30 days. It also declared two properties public nuisances and ordered demolition or a court appeal within 30 days. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (motion passed, 6-0)
• Ordered owner of 1325 Pecan St to obtain permits, submit repair plan and complete repairs within 30 days (motion passed, 6-0)
• Declared 742 Chestnut St a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal to district court within 30 days (motion passed, 6-0)
• Ordered owner of 2426 S 2nd St to obtain permits, submit repair plan and complete repairs within 30 days (motion passed, 6-0)
• Ordered owner of 3317 S St (cases 24-004628 & 24-005247) to obtain permits, submit repair plan and complete repairs within 30 days (motion passed, 6-0)
• Ordered owner of 5108 Taos St to obtain permits, submit repair plan and complete repairs within 30 days (motion passed, 6-0)
• Declared 734 Carver St a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal to district court within 30 days (motion passed, 6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on 13 zoning items, including conditional use permits for a freight container, social organization, and ambulance services, as well as multiple rezoning requests. Key decisions involve converting agricultural land to residential and commercial zoning, and amending planned development districts.

• CUP-2025-09: freight container in GR zoning at 6410A Buffalo Gap Road
• CUP-2025-11: ambulance services in GR at 3301 S 14th St Suite 34A
• Z-2025-10: Rezone 12.5 acres from AO to PH on Maple Street (3400-3500 blocks)
• Z-2025-13: Amend PDD-177 on 76.5 acres along Jolly Rogers Road to allow single-family uses
• Z-2025-15: Rezone 11.25 acres from AO and PDD to MF at 1717 Musgrave Boulevard

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved eight separate requests, including three Conditional Use Permits, three rezoning actions, and two amendments to Planned Development Districts. All motions passed with unanimous support from the seven commissioners. No public opposition was recorded for any of the items.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a freight container at 6410A Buffalo Gap Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a Social Organization at 1726 Swenson St (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for ambulance services at 3301 S 14th St Suite 34A (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 12.5 acres from Agricultural Open to Patio Home at 3400‑3500 blocks of Maple St (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.32 acres from Medium Density to Heavy Industrial at 1233 and 1241 Cherry St (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.31 acres from General Retail to General Commercial at 1801 Grape St (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of PDD‑177 to allow residential single‑family uses at Jolly Rogers Rd (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of PDD‑104 to allow Multi‑Family base zoning at East South 27" Street (unanimous)

Office of Neighborhood Services

The Neighborhood Services Advisory Board will meet to receive a report and hold a discussion regarding funding applications. The board will make recommendations concerning Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment funds.

• Recommendations on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding applications
• Recommendations on HOME Investment funding applications

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The board will review second quarter FY 2025 investment results and flash reports. Members will discuss the potential formation of a sub-committee to prepare a funding report for the City Manager and Council.

• Investment policy, asset allocation, and investment managers discussion
• Liability insurance for the board of trustees from Gallagher Insurance
• Payment to Foster & Foster for funding studies
• Formation of a sub-committee for a funding report to City Manager and Council

Landmarks Commission

The commission will review and act on the minutes from its April 22, 2025 meeting. It will also hold a public hearing and decide on a request (CA-2025-02) to add a concrete slab and a matching metal overhang to the west end of the building at 901 North 1st Street. The decision will determine whether a Certificate of Appropriateness is issued for these modifications.

• Review and action on minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness request CA-2025-02
• Proposed concrete slab addition to the west end of the building at 901 North 1st Street
• Proposed metal overhang addition matching the south and east ends of the building

City Council

The City Council will discuss and take action on several infrastructure bids and city contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a road reconstruction project and the appointment of board members.

• Economic Development Agreement with Chowning Realty LLC for 2742 S 10th St.
• Bid #CB-2534 Polaris Dr. Reconstruction Project awarded to Epic Construction Co.
• Bid #CB-2539 Workzone Project S7 (Lytle Estates) awarded to J.H. Strain & Sons, Inc.
• Bid #CB-2535 Great Lakes Dr. & Kinsolving Dr. Reconstruction Project awarded to Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc.
• Contract with Exerplay, Inc for the Carver Park playground

The council approved the consent agenda and accepted three new public sculptures. It also approved an amendment to the Terminal Expansion design task order, awarded the Great Lakes and Kinsolving Drive reconstruction contract to Bontke Brothers Construction, and reappointed members to the Parks & Recreation Board. All motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved consent agenda (items 2, 3, 5‑8) (7‑0)
• Accepted Plum the Peacock, Turtles & Giving Tree sculptures into city collection (7‑0)
• Approved Amendment One to the Terminal Expansion and Improvements Design Task Order with Parkhill (7‑0)
• Awarded Bid #CB-2535 Great Lakes & Kinsolving Dr reconstruction to Bontke Brothers Construction (7‑0)
• Reappointed Jack Hurd and appointed Rosten Callerman to Parks & Recreation Board (7‑0)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will discuss and potentially recommend approval of Amendment One to the Terminal Design Task Order with Parkhill. The agenda also includes airport management reports covering projects such as Terminal Improvements/Expansion, Aircraft Ramp Project, and Car Rental Quick Turn Facility, as well as committee reports. The board will then enter executive session to discuss several development projects, lease issues, and air service development.

• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting
• Review of airport management reports: terminal improvements, aircraft ramp, car rental facility, airport access road
• Discussion and action to recommend approval of Amendment One to Terminal Design Task Order with Parkhill
• Executive session items: Project Radar, Area B Development Options, Lease Issues, Air Service Development, Project Cadence, Project Echo, GSA Lease, Lindbergh's ABI Lease Status, Airport Security
• Next meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025

Board of Adjustment

The Abilene Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider variance requests for properties at 1758 Oldham Lane and 1441 Barrow Street. The board will also review minutes from a previous meeting and may enter executive session.

• Variance request for 20' rear setback at 1758 Oldham Lane
• Variance request for one parking space at 1441 Barrow Street
• Review and action on March 11, 2025, meeting minutes

The Board approved a variance allowing a 20‑foot rear setback at 1758 Oldham Lane, overriding the required 25‑foot minimum. The motion passed unanimously (AYES: Zientek, Rixey, Sparks, Havard, Loudermilk; NAYS: none). The Board denied a parking‑space variance for 1441 Barrow Street, also unanimously. Earlier, the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rear‑setback variance for 1758 Oldham Lane (unanimous)
• Denied parking‑space variance for 1441 Barrow Street (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:58 a.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to canvass returns and declare the results of the May 3, 2025, bond and general elections. The body will also determine if a runoff election for City Council Place 5 is required for June 6, 2025. Additionally, the council will appoint a Mayor Pro-tem and Deputy Mayor Pro-tem.

• Canvassing returns and declaring results of the May 3, 2025 Bond Election
• Canvassing returns and declaring results of the May 3, 2025 General Election
• Ordering a runoff election for City Council Place 5 on June 6, 2025
• Issuance of Certificate of Election and Oath of Office to Councilmember-Elect Travis Craver
• Appointment of Mayor Pro-tem and Deputy Mayor Pro-tem

The council approved a resolution to canvass the May 3 bond election, confirming Measure A for a $20 million airport improvement bond with 52.18% support. It also approved a resolution to canvass the May 3 general election, declaring Travis Craver elected to Council Place 6 and ordering a runoff for Place 5 on June 7, 2025. Additionally, the council appointed Brian Yates as Mayor Pro‑tem and Blaise Regan as Deputy Mayor Pro‑tem.

• Approved Resolution 87-2025 to declare $20 M Airport Improvement Bond results (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 88-2025 to declare general election results and order runoff for Place 5 on June 7, 2025 (7‑0)
• Issued Certificate of Election and Oath of Office to Councilmember‑Elect Travis Craver (7‑0)
• Appointed Brian Yates as Mayor Pro‑tem (7‑0)
• Appointed Blaise Regan as Deputy Mayor Pro‑tem (7‑0)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board will discuss the Change for Change event scheduled for Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The meeting includes a certification that the notice of a possible quorum was posted at City Hall on May 5. No other agenda items are listed.

• Change for Change fundraising event – Friday, May 9, 2025, 11:00 a.m., Primetime, 4541 Loop 322, Abilene, TX
• Certification of quorum notice posted on May 5, 2025 at 10:05 a.m. at City Hall

City Council

The Abilene City Council will vote on multiple ordinance items, including conditional use permits for a 120‑foot monopole, a tattoo parlor, and freight containers, as well as rezoning requests for patio homes and medium‑density housing. A proposed amendment to the municipal code to lower speed limits in school zones will also be heard. The meeting includes routine approval of April minutes and appointments to boards and commissions.

• CUP‑2025‑07: Conditional use permit for a 120’ monopole at 920X Westview Drive
• CUP‑2025‑08: Conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor at 1720 S Clack Street
• Z‑2025‑07: Amend Planned Development District 15 to allow freight containers at 4250 Ridgemont Dr.
• Z‑2025‑08: Rezone 1.31 acres from Heavy Commercial to Planned Development for patio homes at 1402 Pine Street
• Z‑2025‑09: Rezone 6.49 acres from Medium Density to Patio Home along Nikhil Lane and Nitin Way

The council approved the minutes from the April 24 meeting. It adopted several conditional use permits and zoning changes for commercial and residential development. The council amended the municipal code to create a school speed zone on Waldrop Drive. Finally, the council appointed Emily Crawford as the new City Manager.

• Approved April 24 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 120’ monopole at 920X Westview Drive (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for tattoo parlor at 1720 S Clack Street (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Planned Development District 15 to allow freight containers at 4250 Ridgemont Dr (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from Heavy Commercial to Planned Development District 193 for 1.31 acres at 1402 Pine Street (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from Medium Density to Patio Home for 6.49 acres along Nikhil Lane and Nitin Way (5-0)
• Approved amendment to create a school speed zone for Wylie West Elementary on Waldrop Drive (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Emily Crawford as City Manager (5-0)

Office of Neighborhood Services

The Neighborhood Services Advisory Board will meet on April 28, 2025, to discuss and hold a public hearing on the review of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds. The board will also consider approving minutes from its May 7, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on approving minutes from May 7, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and public hearing on review of CDBG and HOME Funds

City Council

The council will take a final vote on adding downtown parking program fees to the city fee ordinance. Other items include first readings for zoning changes, a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor, and an economic development agreement with Continued Growth LLC for renovation at 5273 Pueblo Dr. The consent agenda includes purchases of police and fire vehicles.

• Final reading: Downtown parking program fees added to city fee ordinance
• Resolution: Economic development agreement with Continued Growth LLC for major renovation at 5273 Pueblo Dr.
• First reading: Conditional use permit for 120' monopole at 920X Westview Dr.
• First reading: Conditional use permit for tattoo parlor at 1720 S Clack St.
• First reading: Rezone 1.31 acres at 1402 Pine St. to Planned Development District for patio homes

The council approved the consent agenda (items 3‑6 and 8‑18) with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved an amendment to the airport access road task order, a downtown parking program fee ordinance, and an amendment to Planned Development District 181, each by a 6‑0 vote. No votes or actions were taken during the executive session.

• Approved consent agenda items 3‑6 and 8‑18 (6‑0)
• Approved amendment to Task Order with Enprotec/Hibbs & Todd for Airport Access Road (6‑0)
• Approved Downtown Parking Program Fees and Parking Stamp Program Fees ordinance (6‑0)
• Approved amendment to Planned Development District 181 adding agricultural open space (6‑0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a public hearing and possible action on an update to the Parks and Parks Facility Naming Policy. The board will also discuss and possibly act on a lease with Abilene Community Theatre, and receive reports on parks maintenance, senior programs, and zoo operations. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a donation to Oscar Rose Park Tennis Facility and the theatre lease.

• Update to Parks and Parks Facility Naming Policy (public hearing and possible action)
• Abilene Community Theatre Lease (discussion and possible action)
• Executive session on donation to Oscar Rose Park Tennis Facility
• Parks Report: wind damage repair, work orders, municipal cemetery cleanup
• Zoo Report: animal update, zoo upgrades, Zoobilation

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The board will consider the election of a citizen member and liability insurance from Gallagher Insurance. Members will also discuss actuarial items including contribution rates and funding ratios with Linsey Redman of Foster & Foster. The meeting includes approvals for retirement benefits and contribution refunds.

• Election of a citizen member for a 2-year term
• Liability insurance from Gallagher Insurance for the plan administrator and board of trustees
• Approval of PRB Form 1000 prepared by John Crider
• Actuarial discussion on contribution rates and funding ratios with Foster & Foster
• Retirement benefits for Troy Boylson and contribution refunds for Clayton Pope and Austin Browne

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will review a report, hold a discussion, and conduct a public hearing on a request for interior and exterior improvements at 689 EN 18th Street. The commission will also consider and act on the minutes from its January 28, 2025 meeting.

• Review and action on minutes from the Jan. 28, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on project proposal for interior and exterior improvements at 689 EN 18th Street

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda with routine purchases and contracts, then hold public hearings on several ordinances. Key items include establishing downtown paid parking fees, a resolution for issuing certificates of obligation, abandonment of a portion of North 21st Street, and a rezoning at 3073 Hickory Street.

• Downtown paid parking program: entering into service agreement with ParkMobile and adding parking fees to city fee ordinance
• Resolution directing publication of notice of intention to issue combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation
• Abandonment of portions of North 21st Street (1300-1400 blocks)
• Rezoning of approximately one acre at 3073 Hickory Street from RS-6 to Medium Density
• Awarding bid for Rebecca Ln. Reconstruction Project to Bontke Brothers Construction

The council approved the consent agenda (items 4‑18 and 20‑22). It adopted a service agreement with ParkMobile for downtown paid parking. It also approved a notice to issue combination tax and revenue certificates, the abandonment of a portion of North 21st Street, rezoning of 3073 Hickory Street, an increase to speed limits near Wylie East Elementary, and an amendment to solicitation permit language.

• Approved consent agenda items 4‑18 and 20‑22 (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved ParkMobile service agreement for downtown paid parking (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved notice to issue combination tax and revenue certificates (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved abandonment of North 21st Street, 1300‑1400 blocks (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved rezoning of 3073 Hickory Street from RS‑6 to MD (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved increase of speed limits near Wylie East Elementary (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to solicitation permit denial and revocation sections (6‑0, 1 absent)

Airport Development Board

The board will consider approving Amendment 1 to a task order with Enprotec, Hibbs & Todd for access road design and construction management. They will also review management reports on terminal improvements, air service, and land development, and appoint committee chairs. Executive session items include leases, development options, and air service negotiations.

• Approval of Amendment 1 to task order with Enprotec, Hibbs & Todd for Access Road Design and Construction Management (item 5)
• Airport Management Reports covering Terminal Improvements, Aircraft Ramp Project, Car Rental Quick Turn Facility, and more (item 3)
• Committee Reports and appointment of chairs for Facility & Planning and Marketing & Development subcommittees (item 4)
• Executive session discussions on Project Radar, Area B Development, Lease Issues, and Air Service Development (item 6)
• Approval of minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting (item 2)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider appointing Pamela Williams as Director of Civil Service, along with electing a Chair and Vice-Chair. The board will also approve minutes from its December 2024 meeting.

• Appointment of Pamela Williams as Director of Civil Service
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair of the commission
• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024, meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the appointment of a City Manager. This item includes a report, discussion, and a public hearing.

• Public hearing and possible action on appointing a City Manager

The council met in a special session on April 3, 2025, and entered executive session to discuss city manager candidates. No votes or actions were taken in either session, and the agenda item on appointing a city manager was not considered. The meeting adjourned at 12:13 p.m.

Civil Service Commission

The Abilene Civil Service Commission will first approve the minutes from its December 3, 2024 meeting. It will then receive a report, discuss, and vote on appointing Pamela Williams as the Director of Civil Service.

• Approval of minutes from the December 03, 2024 meeting
• Consideration and appointment of Pamela Williams as Director of Civil Service

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings to determine if specific properties require rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. The board will also review meeting minutes from March 5, 2025.

• Case #23-002938: 1227 Grape St.
• Case #23-004102: 160 Ruby St.
• Case #24-000209: 2018 Victoria St.
• Case #24-003795: 2518 N. 18th St.
• Case #24-004411: 2041 S. 20th St. and Case #25-000375: 1749 N. 12th St.

The Board of Building Standards approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It then ordered owners of several properties to either repair within 30 days with required permits and inspections, or to demolish or appeal the demolition order within 30 days, declaring each a public nuisance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Ordered owner of 1227 Grape St to repair within 30 days, obtain permits, and complete inspections (6-0)
• Ordered owner of 160 Ruby St to demolish or appeal within 30 days (6-0)
• Ordered owner of 2018 Victoria St to repair within 30 days, obtain permits, and complete inspections (6-0)
• Ordered owner of 2518 N. 18" St to demolish or appeal within 30 days (6-0)
• Ordered owner of 2041 S. 20th St to demolish or appeal within 30 days (6-0)
• Ordered owner of 1749 N. 12" St to repair within 30 days, obtain permits, and complete inspections (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several zoning matters, including two conditional use permit requests—one for a 120‑foot monopole in a General Retail zone and another for a tattoo parlor in a Neighborhood Retail zone. The commission will also hear proposals to amend Planned Development Districts and to rezone parcels for residential uses. All items will involve public discussion and a hearing before any action is taken.

• CUP‑2025‑07: Conditional use permit to reconstruct a 120’ monopole at 920X Westview Drive (General Retail zone)
• CUP‑2025‑08: Conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor at 1720 S Clack Street (Neighborhood Retail zone)
• Z‑2025‑07: Amend PDD‑181 to add ~31.0 acres (AO) at 5614 Spinks Road and ~28.58 acres (AO) at 773/723 FM 2404
• Z‑2025‑08: Rezone ~1.31 acres from Heavy Commercial to Planned Development District (PDD‑193) at 1402 Pine Street for patio homes
• Z‑2025‑09: Rezone ~6.49 acres from Medium Density to Patio Home at Nikhil Lane and Nitin Way

City Council

The City Council will discuss creating a paid parking program and authorizing a new lease for a main branch library at Abilene Heritage Square. The meeting includes several zoning requests, speed limit changes, and economic development agreements.

• Creation of a Paid Parking Program and amendments to parking ordinances
• New building lease agreement for a Main Branch Library at Abilene Heritage Square
• Rezone 3073 Hickory Street from Residential Single Family (RS-6) to Medium Density (MD)
• Rezone 4397 Crawford Drive from Heavy Industrial (HI) to Light Industrial (LI)
• New camping fees for Johnson Park and Sea Bee Park and a commercial breeder permit fee

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda and a series of individual items. All motions carried unanimously (7‑0). Approved actions include HVAC service contracts, a street abandonment ordinance, zoning changes, a paid downtown parking program, new camping and breeder fees, and board appointments.

• Approved consent agenda items 3‑5, 7‑11, 13‑15 (7‑0)
• Approved HVAC service contracts with Accurate Air Solutions, Cary Services, and Daikin Applied (Resolution 52‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved abandonment of portions of Hickory Street and North 21st Street (Ordinance TC‑2025‑01) (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to increase overnight camping hours from 24 to 72 (Ordinance 24‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved fee ordinance adding a 72‑hour camping fee and a commercial breeder permit fee (Ordinance 25‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved zoning change of 2.5 acres from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial at 4397 Crawford Drive (Ordinance 26‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved creation of a downtown paid parking program (Ordinance 20‑2025) (7‑0)
• Approved reappointments to various boards and commissions (Resolution 58‑2025) (7‑0)

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider accepting the February 20, 2025 meeting minutes and approving the February 2025 financial statements. The board will also discuss actuarial matters with Lindsey Redman of Foster & Foster, including contribution rates, funding ratio, possible future studies, and amortization period. No decisions are noted for the actuarial discussion at this time.

• Accept February 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve February 2025 financial statements
• Discuss actuarial items (contribution rates, funding ratio, future studies, amortization period) with Foster & Foster

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will discuss and potentially take action on the Senior Center Usage Policy. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, introduction of new staff, and planning for a senior day trip and talent show. The meeting is primarily discussion-focused with one action item on the usage policy.

• Discussion and possible action on Senior Center Usage Policy
• Approval of meeting minutes from previous meeting
• Introduction of new staff members
• Planning for Senior Day Trip ideas
• Discussion of Senior Talent Show event

The Senior Advisory Board accepted the minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting. The board approved the proposed Senior Center Usage Policy. Members agreed to hold the Senior Talent Showcase at the Senior Center this year.

• Accepted May 15, 2024 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Senior Center Usage Policy (motion passed)
• Agreed to hold Senior Talent Showcase at Senior Center (board agreement)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold public hearings and consider action on grant-funded dock improvements at Lake Fort Phantom and Lake Kirby, each estimated at $126,000, and on adopting a new camping policy. Also up for discussion and possible action are plans for the Lake Kirby Arboretum and softball warmup areas. The board will also discuss reports from parks, seniors, and zoo divisions, and will enter executive session to discuss the Oscar Rose Park Tennis Facility under real property and economic development exceptions.

• Habitat and Angler Access Program Grants for dock improvements at Lake Fort Phantom and Lake Kirby, $126,000 each
• Adoption of a camping policy covering duration, fees, fire regulations, and enforcement
• Discussion and possible action on Lake Kirby Arboretum
• Discussion and possible action on Lake Kirby Softball Warmup Areas
• Executive session for deliberation on Oscar Rose Park Tennis Facility

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings on a paid parking program and a commercial breeder permit fee. A public hearing and final vote are set for annexing two parcels totaling nearly 60 acres, a zoning change for 22 acres to multifamily, and three conditional use permits. The council will also discuss homeless initiatives and consider several routine purchases and contracts on the consent agenda.

• First reading to create a paid parking program (Chapter 18 amendment)
• Final reading to annex 31 acres and 28.58 acres contiguous to city limits
• Final reading to rezone 22.14 acres at 6310 Butterfield Trail from Agricultural Open to Multi Family
• Economic development agreements for renovation at 2826 Roberts St and two homes at 5433 & 5441 N 10th St
• First reading to add a commercial breeder permit fee

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a special exception request for property at 1457 Hollywood Drive. The request seeks to resume previously abandoned residential use and allow reconstruction of the building exceeding 50% of its replacement cost. The board will also consider approving minutes from its October 8, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing and decision on Special Exception BA-2025-01 for 1457 Hollywood Drive to resume residential use and allow reconstruction over 50% of replacement cost
• Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2024 regular meeting

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will hold a discussion-only meeting. Items include a marketing presentation, a CityLink report, and upcoming board topics. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled. A brief City Hall tour is also planned.

• Marketing presentation (discussion)
• CityLink report (discussion)
• Upcoming board topics (discussion)
• City Hall tour (discussion)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings on eight cases involving properties that may require rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. Owners must present repair plans or face city action. The board will also consider approving minutes from the February meeting and may enter executive session to consult with an attorney.

• Case 22-002791: 4474 La Hacienda Dr. (owner: 4474 La Hacienda Trust)
• Case 23-004765: 1413 Delano St. (owner: Flores Ulises)
• Case 24-000052: 300 Wall St. (owner: 300 Wall Street LLC)
• Case 24-000054: 5502 N 1st St. (owner: 300 Wall Street LLC)
• Case 24-000055: 5512 N 1st St. (owner: 300 Wall Street LLC)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning cases, including a request to amend PDD-181 to add 31 acres of Agricultural Open land and allow light industrial uses at 5614 Spinks Road. Other items include a street abandonment, a zoning change from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial on Crawford Drive, allowance of freight containers at a planned development on Ridgemont Drive, and a rezoning from Residential Single-Family to Medium Density on Hickory Street. The commission will also review minutes from the February 4 meeting.

• Request to abandon portions of Hickory Street and North 21st Street (TC-2025-01)
• Rezone 2.5 acres from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial at 4397 Crawford Drive (Z-2025-04)
• Amend PDD-15 to allow freight containers at 4250 Ridgemont Drive (Z-2025-05)
• Rezone 1 acre from Residential Single-Family (RS-6) to Medium Density at 3073 Hickory Street (Z-2025-06)
• Amend PDD-181 to add 31 acres and allow light industrial uses at 5614 Spinks Road (Z-2025-07)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board will consider appointing Jeff Cook as Interim Executive Director and receive updates on the removal of DEI initiatives per executive order, a community assessment, and the director hiring process. The board will also review fundraising and funding outlook.

• Appointment of Jeff Cook as Interim Executive Director
• Discussion on removal of DEI in accordance with executive order
• Overview of community assessment conducted by CAC
• Loose Change for Change fundraising campaign update
• Bi-annual site visit overview and funding outlook

City Council

The Abilene City Council will hold a public hearing and discussion on a downtown paid parking program, a policy change that could affect residents and businesses. The consent agenda includes purchases for police vehicles, fire department medical exams, and other routine items. Several first-reading ordinances involve zoning changes, conditional use permits, annexations of nearly 60 acres, and a new fee for commercial breeder/show animal permits.

• Discussion and public hearing on downtown paid parking program
• Purchase of 7 Ford Escapes for Police Department and Planning Services from Arrow Ford
• Conditional use permit for an RV park at 3201 Dub Wright Blvd (15.03 acres)
• Annexation of 31 acres and 28.58 acres adjacent to city limits
• Ordinance (first reading) to add a Commercial Breeder/Show Animal Permit Fee

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board will review the FY 2024 financial audit and actuarial studies regarding unfunded liabilities and membership tiers. The board will also discuss investment policy and asset allocation based on first quarter FY 25 results.

• Payment of $10,400 to Roberts & McGee, CPA for the FY 2024 audit
• Discussion on moving new members to TMRS and moving all firefighters to tier 1
• Review of FY 2024 actuarial study on paying down unfunded liability
• Discussion and possible action on investment policy and asset allocation
• Approval to terminate benefits for Pearl Pilgreen

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury will meet to discuss and act upon the approval of sculptures for public display. The board will review artist proposals for the Giving Tree sculpture and Winnie the Pooh characters for the Children's Art and Literacy Festival.

• Approval of Winnie the Pooh characters for Children's Art and Literacy Festival
• Approval of Giving Tree sculpture
• Minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will hold public hearings and consider actions regarding a new camping policy and improvements at Lake Kirby Park and Lake Fort Phantom. The meeting also includes reports on the zoo, seniors' programs, and general park maintenance.

• Proposed camping policy covering duration, capacity, fees, and fire regulations
• Request by Wylie Fastpitch Softball Association for a 264’ L X 4' H chain link fence at Lake Kirby Park
• Request to repurpose Capital Improvement Grant funds for a batting cage at Lake Kirby Park
• Improvement projects for Northwest and Southeast boat ramps at Lake Fort Phantom
• Discussion of Will Hair Concession remodel and Red Bud Park Playground repair

Health Advisory Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Public Health District Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from November 2024 and receive several updates. Presentations include a Wylie High School student project on addiction prevention, the district's strategic plan summary, the status of the Refugee Medical Screening Program, and a measles briefing from the health authority.

• Presentation on Wylie High School Destination Imagination project partnering with James McCoy around empowering choice to combat addiction
• Update and discussion on ATCPHD Strategic Plan Summary and Highlights
• Update and discussion on status of the Refugee Medical Screening Program
• Update and discussion on measles: current landscape, threats, vaccines, treatment, and preparedness activities

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a May 3, 2025 general election and a special election for a $20 million bond for airport improvements. Other major items include final readings on a 940.89-acre reinvestment zone, a conditional use permit for a 150-foot tower at 1602 Loop 322, and a drive-thru lane at 3210 Antilley Road. The agenda also includes a resolution of support for a proposed project at 301 Cypress St. and amendments to tax abatement agreements with Lancium.

• Resolution ordering special election for $20,000,000 in bonds for airport improvements
• Ordinance (final reading) creating a second Reinvestment Zone RZ21-1 on approximately 940.89 acres
• Resolution supporting OPG Cypress Partners LLC project at 301 Cypress St.
• Resolution amending tax abatement agreements with Lancium
• Ordinance (final reading) for conditional use permit for a drive-thru lane at 3210 Antilley Road

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board will consider and vote on the location, date, and funding source for the Loose Change for Change event. Other agenda items include public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion and action on Loose Change for Change Event location, date, and funding source

Board of Building Standards

The Board will hold a public hearing and may approve the minutes from its January 8 meeting. It will also review five cases requesting rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties for specific properties at 160 Ruby St., 2970 S 6th St., 742 Chestnut St., 1401 Cypress St., and 5217 Taos Dr. Decisions will determine required repairs, demolition orders, or penalties for the owners.

• Case #23-004102 – 160 Ruby St. – request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalty (Owner: Jeffery D. Flannagon)
• Case #24-000130 – 2970 S 6th St. – request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalty (Owner: Armstrong Electrical Supply Inc)
• Case #24-004056 – 742 Chestnut St. – request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalty (Owner: Deborah Ann Martinez et al.)
• Case #24-006291 – 1401 Cypress St. – accessory structure only – request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalty (Owner: Charles Raymond Harriger)
• Case #24-006450 – 5217 Taos Dr. – request for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalty (Owners: Katherine Henry & Miguel St Clair)

City Council

The city council will hold a public hearing and take action on the first reading of an ordinance to create a second reinvestment zone (RZ21-1) covering approximately 940.89 acres. This is the only substantive item on a special called meeting agenda.

• Ordinance (first reading) to create Reinvestment Zone No. RZ21-1, approximately 940.89 acres

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several conditional use permits and a zoning change. Items include a CUP for contractor services on ES 11th Street, a CUP for freight containers on S. Clack Street, a CUP for an RV park on Dub Wright Blvd, and a request to rezone 22.14 acres on Butterfield Trail from Agricultural Open to Multi Family.

• Rezone 22.14 acres at 6310 Butterfield Trail from Agricultural Open to Multi Family
• CUP for contractor services on 0.9 acres at 625 ES 11th Street
• CUP for freight containers on 1.81 acres at 718 S. Clack Street
• CUP for RV park on 15.03 acres at 3201 Dub Wright Blvd
• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2025 meeting

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting for the 2025 State of the City Address. The event includes a presentation by Mayor Weldon Hurt and a panel discussion with local officials and organization leaders.

• 2025 State of the City Address presented by Mayor Weldon Hurt
• Panel discussion featuring Taylor County Judge Phil Crowley and CEO of the Development Corporation of Abilene Misty Mayo

Library Advisory Board

The Abilene Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from November 2024, elect 2025 officers, and review comments on the on-order catalog to make a recommendation to the Library Director on pending book orders. The Library Director will also provide updates on the Rec Center Branch Libraries and Abilene Heritage Square.

• Approve minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
• Election of officers for 2025
• Review on-order catalog comments and recommend on pending book orders
• Library Director's report on Rec Center Branch Libraries update
• Library Director's report on Abilene Heritage Square update

City Council

The Abilene City Council held a special called meeting to discuss a range of topics. No votes or formal actions will be taken; all items are for discussion only. Topics include core values, strategic priorities, and multiple service and development projects. The meeting provides an opportunity for public comment without decision-making.

• Boat Ramps at Fort Phantom
• Paid Parking / Park Mobile
• Airport Terminal Expansion
• FY 25-26 Budget
• Schneider Phases 5 & 6

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The board will elect officers, approve previous minutes and financial statements, consider a refund of contributions to a resigned employee, discuss annual dues to professional organizations, and review options for an actuarial study.

• Election of Baker Bryant as trustee for a three-year term
• Election of board officers for 2025
• Approval of refund of contributions to Dillon Burton (resigned December 10, 2024)
• Discussion and possible action on annual dues to NCPERS and TEXPERS
• Discussion and possible action on actuarial study and assumptions

Landmarks Commission

The Abilene Landmarks Commission will discuss and take action on two items: a Certificate of Appropriateness request to demolish and rebuild an accessory building at 2042 S. 8th Street, and an application from Maria David for a Historic Project Tax Reduction of $15,577 at 601 Sayles Blvd. The commission will also vote on minutes from the November 26, 2024 meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition/rebuild of accessory building at 2042 S. 8th Street
• Historic Project Tax Reduction request of $15,577 for property at 601 Sayles Blvd (Lots 1-3, Block 2, Highland Addition)
• Approval of minutes from November 26, 2024 meeting

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board will consider the Loose Change for Change event, including its location, date, and source of funding. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of the previous meeting’s minutes. The next board meeting is scheduled for March 3, 2025.

• Public comment on any agenda item
• Approval of minutes
• Discuss and take action on Loose Change for Change event location, date, and funding source

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including minutes, bids for refuse containers, a professional services contract amendment, an economic development agreement with HSHN LLC for 1858 Sycamore St., and a resolution of support for OPG Cypress Partners on 301 Cypress St. First readings are scheduled for conditional use permits for a cell tower and a drive-thru, and two zoning changes. On the regular agenda, a public hearing will be held on approving the collateral assignment of Lancium, LLC tax abatement agreements to JP Morgan Chase Bank.

• Collateral assignment of Lancium, LLC and Abilene DC 1 tax abatement agreements to JP Morgan Chase Bank (public hearing)
• Economic development agreement with HSHN LLC for 1858 Sycamore St.
• Conditional use permit for a 150-foot monopole tower at 1602 Loop 322 (first reading)
• Conditional use permit for a drive-thru lane at 3210 Antilley Road (first reading)
• Zoning changes: 2 acres on Buffalo Gap Road from GR to GC, and 0.48 acres on S. 2nd St. to Planned Development District (first readings)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will approve the minutes from its November 13, 2024 meeting and receive reports on airport operations, projects, and staffing. It will discuss and vote on a recommendation to the City Council for the terminal expansion and improvements design concept. The board will also conduct nominations and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Afterward, the board may enter executive session to discuss several real‑property and security matters listed in the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the November 13, 2024 meeting
• Vote to recommend the terminal expansion and improvements design concept to Council
• Nominate and elect Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Executive session topics: Project Radar with DCOA, Airport Security, Area B Development, Lease Issues, Air Service Development

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and hold a public hearing on several items, including recreation center fee categories and a land designation proposal. The key action is the possible designation of the NE Parcel adjoining Carver Park at 601 North 8th Street as parkland. Additional topics include a revised plat for G.V. Daniels, updates on park projects, senior programs, and the city zoo.

• Recreation Center Fees – discussion, public hearing, possible action on fee categories
• Designation of Land as Parkland – NE Parcel adjoining Carver Park, 601 North 8th Street
• G.V. Daniels Revised Plat – discussion, public hearing, possible action
• Parks Report – splash pad concrete, winter projects, major projects in progress
• Seniors Report – healthy carbs, word puzzle, daddy daughter activities

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will discuss an update on Abilene's new recreation centers, review the board's scope and purpose, and receive a report from CityLink transit. The board will also consider approval of minutes from previous meetings and suggest topics for future agendas.

• Update on new recreation centers (discussion)
• Board scope and purpose review (discussion)
• CityLink report (discussion)
• Approval of minutes from July and November 2024 meetings
• Upcoming board topics (discussion)

City Council

The City Council will hold final readings and public hearings on several ordinances, including a proposal to permanently stop fluoridating the city's water supply (Item 16) and the annexation of 440.2 acres (Item 9). Other items include conditional use permits for a 150-foot monopole tower and a tattoo parlor, zoning changes on multiple parcels, and amending sign regulations. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, awarding a material bid to Strong Ready Mix, and naming 'Clear Fork Bank Storybook Garden'.

• Final vote on repealing Ordinance 53-2000 to end water fluoridation citywide
• Annexation of 440.2 acres contiguous to city limits with a service plan agreement
• Conditional use permit for a 150-foot monopole tower at 2560 X Barrow Street
• Zoning change of 134.86 acres near HWY 83-84 to General Retail, Commercial, and Multi-Family
• Approval of annual material bid to Strong Ready Mix (bid #CB-2505)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings on six cases seeking orders for rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. Property owners must present repair timelines, scope, and cost estimates if they wish to avoid demolition. The board may also approve minutes from the December 2024 meeting and discuss legal matters in executive session.

• Case 24-000019: 1549 Westmoreland St. – owner Neelam Akram and Balal Ahmed Chaudhary
• Case 24-000130: 2970 S 6th St. – owner Armstrong Electrical Supply Inc.
• Case 24-002384: 1750 Vogel St. – owner Robinson Bill & Baldamera Segura
• Case 24-003060: 1401 N 19th St. – owner Houle, Albert
• Case 24-004411: 2041 S 20th St. – owner Crofton Hettie Mae c/o Pat Crofton

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on four cases. These include requests for a monopole tower, a drive-thru lane, and two zoning changes.

• CUP-2025-01: Conditional Use Permit for a 150’ tall monopole tower at 1602 Loop 322
• CUP-2025-02: Conditional Use Permit for a drive-thru lane at 3210 Antilley Road
• Z-2025-01: Zoning change from General Retail to General Commercial for 2.00 acres on the 6600 block of Buffalo Gap Road
• Z-2025-02: Zoning change from Central Business to Planned Development District (PDD-192) at 1066 S. 2nd Street

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board will nominate and vote on board positions, hear a presentation on best practices from the Taylor County Sheriff's Office, and consider recommendations for board trainings and the fiscal year 2025 strategic plan. The board will also discuss the Loose Change for Change bank account and party winners, and receive grant updates.

• Nominations and voting for board positions
• Speaker from Taylor County Sheriff's Office on best practices
• Discussion on Loose Change for Change bank account and winners
• Grant updates in division manager's report
• Discussion and possible action on fiscal year 2025 strategic plan