Amarillo, Texas
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Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning to allow an asphalt or concrete batching plant near Triangle Dr. and Lakeside Dr., and on a replat for Quail Creek Addition. The commission will also consider a variance from alley and street connection requirements for the Caprock Landing subdivision, and a replat for C.W.C. Enterprises Unit No. 3 near I-40 and Loop 335. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and staff updates.
- Public hearing on Rezoning 2026-58-Z for an Asphalt or Concrete Batching Plant at Triangle Dr. & Lakeside Dr. (Loop 335)
- Public hearing on Plat 2026-128-P Quail Creek Addition Unit No. 41 at Baccus Dr. & Reserve Ct.
- Consideration of Plat 2026-125-P C.W.C. Enterprises Unit No. 3 at I-40 & Loop 335/Lakeside Dr.
- Consideration of variances for Caprock Landing (22.28 acres, SE 29th Ave. & S. Eastern St.) from alley and street connection requirements
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will consider approving personnel actions including new hires, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, temporary assignments, and disciplinary actions. They will also vote on eligibility registers for the Police Sergeant promotional exam (June 11, 2026), Police Recruit entrance exam (June 13, 2026), and Fire Fighter entrance exam (June 20, 2026). The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
- Consider approval of eligibility register for Police Sergeant promotional exam held June 11, 2026
- Consider approval of eligibility register for Police Recruit entrance exam held June 13, 2026
- Consider approval of eligibility register for Fire Fighter entrance exam held June 20, 2026
- Review and consider list of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, temporary assignments, and disciplinary actions
- Consider approval of minutes from June 10, 2026 meeting
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will consider and take action on the Aquatic Feasibility Study for Southeast and Southwest pools and splash pads, with a recommendation to City Council. The Board will also vote on proposed fee changes for Fiscal Year 2026–2027. Other discussion items include public safety updates, John Ward Park status, and community involvement.
- Aquatic Feasibility Study for Southeast and Southwest pools and splash pads
- Proposed fee changes for Fiscal Year 2026–2027
- Public safety update affecting parks and surrounding community
- Current status and future plans for John Ward Park
- Discussion of conflict of interest requirements per Texas Local Government Code
Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting on July 9, 2026. Items include public comment, approval of prior minutes, and election of a Treasurer. The board will then enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for Project #24-06-01 (Transportation) and Project #25-11-02 (Manufacturing), as well as potential real property purchases in the southwest and northeast quadrants of Amarillo. After executive session, the board will consider Amendment No. 1 to a Location Incentive Agreement with AAA Cooper Transportation, appoint a Budget Committee, and receive operational and financial updates.
- Election and appointment of officers (Treasurer)
- Executive session: deliberation on economic development negotiations for Project #24-06-01 (Transportation) and Project #25-11-02 (Manufacturing)
- Executive session: potential purchase of real property in southwest and northeast quadrants of Amarillo
- Amendment No. 1 to Location Incentive Agreement with AAA Cooper Transportation
- Appointment of Budget Committee and staff operational/financial updates
Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee
The Amarillo Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee will consider adopting the FY 2027 Unified Planning Work Program and approving Category 7 & 9 Project Selection Criteria and Guidelines. The committee will also receive updates on the MPO Director, communication strategy, and current construction projects. Public comment is invited on agenda items.
- Resolution to adopt the FY 2027 Unified Planning Work Program
- Approval of Category 7 & 9 Project Selection Criteria and Guidelines
- MPO Director update
- Update on Communication Strategy
- Update on Current Construction Projects
Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board
This is a work session of the Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board, held jointly with the Tutbury Homeowners' Association. The board will discuss Public Improvement District fees but will not take any final decisions or votes. The meeting is procedural with no binding actions expected.
- Discussion of Public Improvement District Fees (no action taken)
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will consider approving invoices for mural grant reimbursements and discuss transferring funds from the Mural Grant Program to the Temporary Art Project. The board will also receive updates on the Rose Garden, John Ward Natural Area, Ribbon Cutting, and Fitness Court. Two sets of meeting minutes are scheduled for approval.
- Action on mural grant reimbursement invoices
- Discussion and possible action on transferring funds from Mural Grant Program to Temporary Art Project
- Approval of minutes from June 1 and June 9, 2026 meetings
- Updates on Rose Garden, John Ward Natural Area, Ribbon Cutting, and Fitness Court
Amarillo City Council
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo City Council
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Planning and Zoning Commission
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo City Council
Planning and Zoning Commission
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
Amarillo City Council
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Parks and Recreation Board
Planning and Zoning Commission
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
Amarillo City Council
Parks and Recreation Board
Planning and Zoning Commission
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Planning and Zoning Commission
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Planning and Zoning Commission
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
Amarillo City Council
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Parks and Recreation Board
Planning and Zoning Commission
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Planning and Zoning Commission
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
Amarillo City Council
Parks and Recreation Board
Planning and Zoning Commission
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Planning and Zoning Commission
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
Amarillo City Council
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Parks and Recreation Board
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Planning and Zoning Commission
Amarillo City Council
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Condemnation Appeals Commission
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors
Recent meetings
Point West Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Point West Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss and consider the 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan, as well as ongoing operations and maintenance. The board will also approve minutes from the September 30, 2025 meeting and discuss future agenda items. Public comment is invited on agenda items.
- Discuss and consider the 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan
- Discuss ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Approval of minutes from the September 30, 2025 meeting
- Public comment period
Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Colonies PID Advisory Board will discuss and consider the 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan, a new ordinance for commercial property assessments, an electrical contract renewal, and ongoing operations and maintenance. The board will also approve minutes from the March 25, 2026 meeting.
- Approval of minutes from March 25, 2026 meeting
- Discuss and consider 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan
- Discuss and consider new ordinance for commercial property assessments
- Discuss and consider AAA Electrical Contract Renewal
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and maintenance
Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider the proposed 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan, as well as ongoing PID operations and maintenance. The board will also vote on minutes from previous meetings and discuss future agenda items.
- Discuss and consider the 2026-27 Budget and Five Year Service Plan
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Approval of minutes from September 9, 2025
- Approval of minutes from March 3, 2026
- Discuss future agenda items
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will consider approving investment transactions from the previous month, reviewing revenue and expenditures, and discussing actuarial valuation recommendations from Rudd and Wisdom. They will also consider replacing the KAR International Small Cap Fund with recommended alternatives, reallocating cash from private debt managers to Luther King for bond purchases, and reallocating funds to private debt infrastructure via PIMCO. Additionally, the board will vote on several refund applications for retirement contributions, a beneficiary change, and a qualified domestic relations order.
- Discuss actuarial valuation by Rudd and Wisdom
- Discuss replacing KAR International Small Cap Fund with Wells Fargo Advisors recommendations
- Discuss reallocating cash from private debt managers to Luther King for bond purchases
- Discuss reallocating funds to private debt infrastructure via PIMCO
- Consider refund applications for Jake Brockman, Breken Matlock, David Ambers, and Logan Johnson
Amarillo City Council
The City Council will consider a budget amendment that would increase the property tax rate from $0.38723 to $0.43070, raising the median homestead tax bill by about $106 in Randall County. They will also vote on a $2.475 million location incentive agreement with Owens Corning for up to 165 new jobs, and discuss expanding the East Gateway TIRZ #2. Additional items include rezonings, police software renewal, and various airport contracts.
- Budget amendment (Ordinance 8249) increasing tax rate to $0.43070, with a taxpayer impact statement showing median tax increase of $106.89 (Randall) and $61.77 (Potter)
- Location Incentive Agreement with Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC: up to $2,475,000 for 165 jobs over 5 years
- Discussion on expanding East Gateway TIRZ #2 boundary and acreage per Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code
- Second reading of two rezonings (Ordinances 8247 and 8248) changing tracts from Manufactured Home District to Residential District 2 near S. Osage St. & Freedom Dr. and Living Water Dr. & Satinwood Dr.
- Renewal of Clearview AI contract for police investigative platform ($49,375)
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Greenways PID Advisory Board will discuss and consider the 2026-27 budget and five-year plan, a drainage project at Scott Park, and ongoing operations and maintenance. They will also approve minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting. These are discussion items with no final decisions expected at this meeting.
- Discuss and consider 2026-27 budget and five-year plan
- Discuss and consider City of Amarillo's drainage project at Scott Park
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Approval of minutes from March 26, 2026 meeting
- Discuss future agenda items
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss the 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan, as well as ongoing PID operations and maintenance. The board will also consider approving minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting and hear public comment on agenda items. No final votes are scheduled; items are listed for discussion and consideration only.
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items
- Approval of minutes from October 1, 2025 meeting
- Discuss and consider 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Discussion of future agenda items
Amarillo-Potter Events Venue District Board of Directors
The Amarillo-Potter Events Venue District Board will discuss and consider several items, including the reinstatement of the ANC lease, a budget transfer from a fire alarm project to a loading dock replacement, and quarterly financials. The board will also receive updates on fairgrounds and civic center projects and review a committee report. Public comment is permitted on agenda items.
- Approval of minutes from April 6, 2026 meeting
- Presentation of quarterly financials as of March 31, 2026
- Discussion and consideration of events at Amarillo National Center
- Consideration of ANC lease or reinstatement thereof
- Consideration of CIP budget transfer: remaining funds from Civic Center north-end fire alarm project to replace west-side overhead loading dock at South Exhibit Hall
Homestead Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Homestead Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss and consider the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and a five-year budget plan. The board will also review ongoing PID operations and management, and consider future agenda items. Public comment and approval of minutes from the previous meeting are included.
- Discuss and consider budget for FY2026-2027 and five-year budget plan
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and management
- Discuss and consider future agenda items
- Approval of minutes from December 2, 2025 meeting
- Public comment period for agenda items
Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board will discuss and take action on a Location Incentive Agreement with Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC, offering up to $2,475,000 over five years for creating up to 165 new jobs. The board will also review performance under an existing agreement with Sharpened Iron Studios, LLC. Several economic development negotiations and a potential real property purchase will be discussed in closed executive session.
- Location Incentive Agreement with Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC: up to $15,000 per job, 165 new jobs, total up to $2,475,000
- Performance review under Location Incentive Agreement with Sharpened Iron Studios, LLC
- Confidential negotiations on four business prospects: Project #25-11-01 (Manufacturing), #24-06-01 (Transportation), #25-08-01 (Aviation), #22-09-03 (Production & Distribution)
- Potential purchase of real property in southwest Amarillo
- Quarterly Investment Reports for Q4 2025 and Q1 2026
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Amarillo Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment to add off-street parking regulations for the U.S. Route 66-Sixth Street Historic District, and on a plat for City View Estates Unit No. 22. The Commission will also consider plats for Amarillo KIA Unit No. 1 and variance requests for Plaza at Tascosa Phase 2 and Town Square Southeast.
- Public hearing on Zoning Code Text Amendment ZT-26-01: adding off-street parking regulations for the U.S. Route 66-Sixth Street Historic District
- Public hearing on Plat 2026-117-P City View Estates Unit No. 22 (vicinity: Arden Rd. & Western St.)
- Consideration of Plat 2026-105-P Amarillo KIA Unit No. 1 (vicinity: Buccola Ave. & Soncy Rd.)
- Consideration of variance from alley and public street frontage requirements for Plaza at Tascosa Phase 2 (vicinity: N. Forest St. & N. Western St.)
- Consideration of variance from alley requirement for Town Square Southeast (vicinity: Soncy Rd. & Hillside Rd.)
Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and a five-year plan. The board will also consider terms for advisory board members and ongoing PID operations and maintenance. Public comment will be taken on agenda items.
- Discuss and consider budget for FY2026-2027 and 5-year plan
- Discuss and consider terms for advisory board members
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Discuss future agenda items
Quail Creek Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Quail Creek Public Improvement District Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on June 11, 2026. The board will discuss and consider the 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan, a landscape maintenance contract with Stan's Lawn Care, and ongoing PID operations and maintenance. Public comment is limited to agenda items, and minutes from the June 2025 meeting are up for approval.
- Discuss and consider 2026-27 Budget and Five Year Service Plan
- Discuss and consider Stan's Lawn Care Landscape Maintenance Contract
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance
- Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting
Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board of Directors
The Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board will discuss a hotel market study report by LW Hospitality Advisors and a request from Slow Pitch Properties, LLC for reimbursement of a residential rental market study near SW 10th and S Jackson. The board will also review progress on updating the TIRZ financing plan and the Downtown Amarillo Strategic Action Plan. No final decisions are expected; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of hotel market study report conducted by LW Hospitality Advisors
- Request from Slow Pitch Properties, LLC for reimbursement of a planned residential rental market study near SW 10th and S Jackson
- Progress report on updating Center City TIRZ #1 Final Project and Financing Plan and Downtown Amarillo Strategic Action Plan
- Approval of minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting
- Public comment period for agenda and policy matters
Community Development Advisory Committee
The Community Development Advisory Committee will hold a work session to review Public Service applications submitted for FY 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant allocation. The committee will then discuss and consider these applications for funding based on objective evaluation and scoring.
- Work session to review Public Service applications for FY 2026-2027 CDBG funds
- Applications received between April 7 and May 8, 2026
- Committee will discuss and consider awarding CDBG funds based on scoring
- Public address period for items on the agenda or city policies
- Next meeting scheduled for October 15, 2026, time and location TBD
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
The Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board will receive updates on animal intake/outcome statistics, staffing, and field investigations. Members will discuss a mandatory microchipping ordinance, breeding permits, public education on responsible pet ownership, and cost recovery data analysis. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion and informational items.
- Update on mandatory microchipping ordinance
- Discussion regarding breeding permits
- Cost recovery data analysis discussion
- Presentation of intake and outcome statistics
- Update on field investigations and statistics
Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss the 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan. They will consider raising annual property assessments to $1,800. Ongoing operations and maintenance of the PID will also be reviewed. The board will approve minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting and take public comment.
- Discussion of 2026-27 budget and five-year service plan
- Consider raising annual assessments to $1,800
- Discussion of ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Approval of minutes from January 15, 2026 meeting
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss an update on the aquatic feasibility study for the Southwest and Southeast pools, including possible improvements and costs. They will also review the current state of parks, policies for renaming parks, and outcomes from the "Your Parks, Your Voice" community engagement initiative. The board will consider approving previous meeting minutes and discuss conflict of interest. No votes or final decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Present and discuss aquatic feasibility study update for Southwest and Southeast pools
- Present and discuss current state of parks including maintenance and future needs
- Discuss policies and procedures for renaming parks
- Discuss outcome of "Your Parks, Your Voice" community feedback
- Approve minutes of May 13, 2026 meeting
Civil Service Commission
The Amarillo Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 10, 2026. Key items include approving the minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting and reviewing a list of personnel actions such as new hires, step increases, transfers, and disciplinary actions. Public comment is invited on civil service matters.
- Approval of minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting
- Review of list of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, temporary assignments, and disciplinary actions
Amarillo City Council
The Amarillo City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, starting with an executive session to discuss labor negotiations with firefighter and police associations, then reconvening in open session. Key decisions include a first reading of budget amendments for FY2024-2025 that would raise the property tax rate from $0.38723 to $0.43070 per $100 valuation, as shown in the taxpayer impact statement. The council will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests near S. Osage St. and Living Water Dr., and discuss a location incentive agreement with Owens Corning Composite Materials.
- Public hearing on rezoning 2.39 acres near S. Osage St. & Freedom Dr. from Manufactured Home to Residential District 2
- Public hearing on rezoning 7.56 acres near Living Water Dr. & Satinwood Dr. from Manufactured Home to Residential District 2
- Consideration of ordinance adopting FY2024-2025 budget amendments with proposed tax rate increase of $0.04347 per $100 valuation
- Discussion of Location Incentive Agreement with Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC via Amarillo Economic Development Corporation
- Renewal of insurance coverages totaling $3,611,947, including property, cyber, and liability lines
The City Council tabled the acceptance of the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report to allow for further review. They approved the consent agenda with one item removed for discussion and subsequently approved the removed item regarding firefighter medical services.
- Tabled Annual Comprehensive Financial Report acceptance (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda minus Item 6.9 (5-0)
- Approved Firefighter Medical and Fitness Evaluation Services Contract Renewal (5-0)
- Approved renewal of insurance coverages totaling $3,611,947 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2026 Ford Transit 350 HD Accessible Van for $108,211 (5-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 3 to Northeast Interceptor agreement for $95,000 (5-0)
- Approved repair contract for Arden Road Pump Station electrical equipment for $946,649 (5-0)
- Approved contract for influent screw pump installation at Hollywood Road Wastewater Treatment Facility for $810,000 (5-0)
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will discuss and consider mural reimbursement invoices. They will also receive updates on the Rose Garden and Art Pad projects. The meeting includes approval of minutes from May 12, 2026, and discussion of future agenda items.
- Discuss and consider mural reimbursement invoices
- Rose Garden update
- Art Pad discussion
- Approval of May 12, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of items for future agendas
Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss and consider bids from Best Value Bid 405-26-CR, the renewal of FIMC Commercial Realty's management contract expiring June 30, 2026, and the FY 2026-2027 budget along with a five-year plan. The board will also consider adding an additional resident to the PID board and ongoing operations. The meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at Amarillo City Hall.
- Discuss and consider bids from Best Value Bid 405-26-CR
- Discuss and consider renewal of FIMC Commercial Realty's management contract expiring June 30, 2026
- Discuss and consider FY 2026-2027 budget and five-year budget plan
- Discuss and consider adding additional resident to PID board
- Discuss and consider ongoing PID operations and management
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board will discuss and consider a proposed fee increase for nonresident library cards, raising individual cards from $18 to $25 and family cards from $33 to $45. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear a presentation from the Director of Library Services on current issues and activities.
- Proposed fee increase for nonresident library cards: individual from $18 to $25, family from $33 to $45
- Approval of minutes from April 13, 2026 meeting
- Presentation by Director of Library Services on Friends of the Library, programming, and North Branch activities
Condemnation Appeals Commission
The Condemnation Appeals Commission will hear public comment, approve prior minutes, and then conduct public hearings to consider ordering removal of substandard structures and solid waste at nine properties. They will also set a public hearing for August 6, 2026 to evaluate eight additional properties for dangerous conditions or public nuisance.
- Resolution to set public hearing for 8 properties (1013 SW 10th Ave, 3807 SE 11th Ave, 1600 S Lincoln St, 1113 N Lipscomb St, 308 N Mirror St, 310 N Mirror St, 608 S Virginia St, 1715 Wichita Ave) on Aug 6
- Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structure at 2305 SW 5th Ave
- Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structures at 1406 SW 9th Ave
- Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structures at 2610 NW 10th Ave
- Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structure at 521 SE 10th Ave
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to vacate a 20-foot-wide public alley in Block 143, Plemons's Addition, near SE 10th Avenue and S. Buchanan Street. The item is sponsored by Geospatial Data, Inc. for Rillo Investments, LLC. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 18 meeting and receive staff updates.
- Public Hearing and Consideration of Vacation 2026-99-V: vacation of 20-foot alley in Block 143, Plemons's Addition (vicinity SE 10th Ave. & S. Buchanan St.)
- Approval of minutes from May 18, 2026 regular meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting and approved Vacation 2026-99-V. No public comments were made during the session.
- Approved May 18, 2026 minutes (5-0)
- Approved Vacation 2026-99-V (5-0)
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will review submitted artwork and recommend the top three submissions to the National Fitness Campaign for the John Ward Memorial Park Fitness Court. The meeting also includes a public address period for citizens to speak on agenda items or city policies. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Recommend top three art submissions to National Fitness Campaign for John Ward Memorial Park Fitness Court
Digital Dignity, Rights, and Privacy Advisory Board
The board will hear a presentation from Police Chief Tom Hover on cameras in Amarillo, and a presentation on digital dignity in the age of AI. Members will discuss how the city will implement the digital dignity ordinance and the board's function. Public comments are accepted.
- Presentation: Dignity in the age of AI
- Discussion on implementation of digital rights ordinance and board function
- Police Chief Tom Hover presentation on cameras in Amarillo
- Public address period (3 minutes per speaker)
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
This is a regular meeting of the Visit Amarillo Board of Directors. They will hear the auditor's report, receive updates on the TX Route 66 Festival and Mother Road Summit, and discuss the 'The Long Trail' strategic initiative. The board will also approve minutes from April and set future meeting dates.
- Presentation of auditor's report by Chris Pace with Johnson & Sheldon, PLLC
- Reminder of TX Route 66 Festival
- Review of Mother Road Summit and Springfield Centennial Kickoff Celebration
- Discussion and consideration of board strategic discussion for 'The Long Trail'
Amarillo City Council
The Amarillo City Council will consider approval of a $14.2 million guaranteed maximum price for the Lawrence Lake Pump Station and Force Main project under a Construction Manager at Risk contract. The council will also discuss a proposed moratorium on large-scale data and AI centers, consider a $7.5 million street maintenance contract, and vote on several consent agenda items including grants, contracts, and equipment purchases. Additionally, the council will meet in executive session to discuss potential real estate purchases and economic incentives for a manufacturing project.
- Approval of Contract Amendment No.1 for Lawrence Lake Pump Station and Force Main with $14,255,589.00 guaranteed maximum price (7.2)
- Award of FY 25/26 Street Maintenance Cape Seal and Microsurfacing Construction Contract for $7,488,727.66 (7.3)
- Discussion of a Large Scale Data and AI Center Moratorium (4.4)
- Consideration of $118,795.00 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant with Potter County (6.3)
- Acceptance of $240,000.00 United Way Community Impact Grant for Coming Home program (6.13)
The City Council approved the consent agenda with a 5-0 vote, removing one firefighter contract item for discussion at the next meeting. The council also discussed utility billing, parks, and budget amendments.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Removed firefighter contract item for next meeting
- Approved $1.42M landfill compactor lease
- Approved $258,975 wastewater conveyor contract
- Approved $240,000 United Way grant
- Approved $175,000 Workday consulting renewal
- Approved $118,795 Justice Assistance Grant
- Approved $50,000 Center City TIRZ streetscape grant
Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board will hold a work session to discuss Public Improvement District fees. No final decision or vote will occur; the board may only reach broad consensus. The meeting is a special session held jointly with the Tutbury Homeowners' Association.
- Work session to discuss Public Improvement District Fees — no action expected
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
The board will consider approval of monthly investment transactions, discuss actuarial valuation assumptions for the 2025 valuation, and vote on retirement benefits for three firefighters. Also on the agenda: appointment of a secretary trustee, payments to custodial agent and lawyers, change of beneficiary forms, and a disability benefit continuation.
- Consider retirement benefits for Jerome Drerup
- Consider retirement benefits for Cody Lee Moore
- Consider retirement benefits for Brian Archer
- Discussion of actuarial valuation by Rudd and Wisdom
- Consider payment to Frost Bank as custodial agent
The board unanimously approved the Fund's Investment Resolution and routine payments. They also approved retirement benefits for three firefighters and a disability benefit continuation. Discussions included actuarial recommendations to adjust mortality assumptions and administrative expenses, and a potential replacement for an underperforming international small cap fund.
- Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Investment Resolution (unanimous)
- Approved payments to Frost Bank, Jackson Walker, and Kayne Anderson Rudnick (unanimous)
- Approved retirement benefits for Jerome Drerup, Cody Lee Moore, and Brian Archer (each unanimous)
- Approved Form 100 beneficiary changes for Jerome Drerup and Nathan Sanchez (each unanimous)
- Approved continuation of disability benefit for Participant C (unanimous)
- Approved travel expenses for TLFFRA Pension Conference (unanimous)
- Appointed Lola Ogunremi as Secretary Board Member (unanimous)
Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The board will first take public comment and approve April minutes, then hold executive sessions to consult with attorneys on the Sharpened Iron Studios incentive agreement and to discuss economic development negotiations for two projects: Project #25-11-01 (Manufacturing) and Project #24-06-01 (Transportation). After closed session, the board will consider action on the Sharpened Iron Studios performance, discuss board meeting locations and live streaming, receive staff updates, and set the next meeting date.
- Performance review of Location Incentive Agreement with Sharpened Iron Studios, LLC
- Executive session on economic development negotiations for Project #25-11-01 (Manufacturing)
- Executive session on economic development negotiations for Project #24-06-01 (Transportation)
- Discussion of board meeting locations and live streaming/recording possibilities
- Staff operational and financial updates
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests. The most notable is a request to allow an asphalt or concrete batching plant on Triangle Drive near Loop 335. Two other requests would change parcels from Manufactured Home District to Residential District 2 on South Osage Street and near Living Water Drive. The commission will also consider approving prior meeting minutes and receive staff updates.
- Public hearing on Rezoning 2026-58-Z: change from Light Industrial District to Light Industrial District with a Specific Use Permit for an Asphalt or Concrete Batching Plant at Triangle Dr. & Lakeside Dr. (Loop 335); applicant: OJD Engineering for Redline Cattle LLC
- Public hearing on Rezoning 2026-89-Z: change from Manufactured Home District to Residential District 2 on a 2.39-acre tract at S. Osage St. & Freedom Dr.; applicant: OJD Engineering for Nazcon Group LP
- Public hearing on Rezoning 2026-90-Z: change from Manufactured Home District to Residential District 2 on a 7.56-acre portion at Living Water Dr. & Satinwood Dr.; applicant: OJD Engineering for Nazcon Group LP
- Consideration of approval of minutes from the May 4, 2026 regular meeting
- Discussion of updates on cases forwarded to City Council and future agenda items
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two rezoning requests and postponed a third to await a third-party appraisal. The meeting also approved the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved minutes from May 4, 2026 (6-0)
- Postponed Rezoning 2026-58-Z pending third-party appraisal (5-1)
- Approved Rezoning 2026-89-Z (6-0)
- Approved Rezoning 2026-90-Z (6-0)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss renaming East Park to honor local WWII veteran Gabriel Chavez, relocating meetings to City Hall for live streaming, an update on the aquatic feasibility study for Southeast and Southwest pools, and strategic communication initiatives. These items are for discussion only; no final votes are expected.
- Renaming East Park to Gabriel Chavez Park to honor a local WWII hero
- Relocating board meetings to City Hall Council Chambers to enable live streaming
- Aquatic feasibility study update for Southeast and Southwest pools, including costs and improvements
- Strategic communication initiatives to improve community outreach and engagement
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will consider the appeal of Judi Owens's termination, approve minutes from the prior meeting, and review a list of personnel actions including new hires, step increases, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
- Consider appeal of Judi Owens's termination
- Approval of minutes from April 22, 2026 meeting
- Review list of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, temporary assignments, and disciplinary actions
Amarillo City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes contracts for airport air handler replacement ($910,300), fire hydrant repairs ($264,600), and hotel occupancy tax collection ($162,400). Non-consent items include first readings on vacating an alley for RaceTrac and amending the South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone agreement. Discussion items cover proposed changes to off-street parking regulations in the U.S. Route 66-Sixth Street Historic District and a TCEQ agreed order for the Hollywood Road wastewater treatment facility.
- $910,300 contract to replace Airport terminal Air Handler #12 at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport
- $264,600 contract to replace 44 fire hydrants and repair 26 hydrants
- $162,400 contract with Azavar for Hotel Occupancy Tax collection services
- $128,404 purchase of Verkada traffic cameras for 18 intersections via police grant
- First reading to vacate and abandon a public alley for RaceTrac near I-40 and Lakeside Drive
City Council approved a consent agenda including airport upgrades, utility repairs, and public safety equipment. The council also authorized the vacation and dedication of specific alley right-of-ways. One grant award item was removed from the agenda with no action taken.
- Approved $910,300 contract for Airport terminal Air Handler #12 replacement (4-0)
- Approved $128,404.26 purchase of 18 Verkada traffic cameras (4-0)
- Approved $162,400 contract renewal for Azavar Hotel Occupancy Tax administration (4-0)
- Approved $294,460 purchase of a Freightliner Fuel Transport Truck (4-0)
- Approved $264,600 contract for fire hydrant replacement and repair (4-0)
- Approved $148,067 contract for concrete removal and repair on NE Taylor/Fillmore and Hilton Road (4-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 03 for $37,341.84 for airport parking and sidewalk project (4-0)
- Approved vacation of 8,451.22 feet of public alley right-of-way and acceptance of 3,800 square feet of alley dedication (4-0)
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will review submitted artwork and recommend the top three submissions to the National Fitness Campaign for the John Ward Memorial Park Fitness Court. The board will also receive updates on park clean-up, Arbor Day, Route 66 Mural Bridge, Art Pad, and Rose Garden. Approval of the April 14, 2026 minutes is on the agenda.
- Review and recommend top three Call For Art submissions for John Ward Memorial Park Fitness Court
- Update on Route 66 Mural Bridge
- Update on Arbor Day event
- Park clean-up update
- Approval of minutes from April 14, 2026 meeting
Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers
The Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers will hold a regular meeting on May 12, 2026. Key items include a presentation and acceptance of the annual audit for the year ending September 30, 2025, and discussion of investment performance. The board will also consider rebasing the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) assessment base and adjusting FY26 payments. Other presentations cover tobacco settlement cost reports and quarterly financial statements.
- Discuss and consider rebasing the Net Patient Revenue assessment base for the LPPF using updated AHA data and adjusting each entity's FY26 payment
- Presentation and acceptance of the District's Annual Financial Report for year ending September 30, 2025, from CLA LLP
- Presentation of Agreed Upon Procedures audit on the Tobacco Settlement Cost Report as of December 31, 2025
- Presentation of the 2026 Tobacco Settlement Cost Report for calendar year 2025
- Presentation and discussion of the District's Corpus Investment Performance for the previous quarter
Amarillo Hospital District Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss and consider updating the Net Patient Revenue assessment base for the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF), which would adjust each entity's FY26 payment based on the latest American Hospital Association data. The committee will also hear presentations on the District's annual audit for fiscal year 2025 and the Tobacco Settlement Cost Report, including an agreed-upon procedures audit. Public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Discuss and consider LPPF rebase and adjusted invoice using updated AHA data
- Presentation and acceptance of AHD Annual Financial Report for year ending Sept. 30, 2025
- Presentation of Agreed Upon Procedures audit on Tobacco Settlement Cost Report as of Dec. 31, 2025
- Presentation of the 2025 Tobacco Settlement Cost Report for calendar year 2025
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
Condemnation Appeals Commission
The Condemnation Appeals Commission will conduct several public hearings to determine whether to order the removal of substandard structures and solid waste accumulation at multiple properties. One resolution sets a future public hearing for ten additional properties. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear public comments.
- Resolution calling a July 16 public hearing for 10 properties (2310 NW 2nd Ave, 2405 NW 2nd Ave, 2612 NW 14th Ave, 310 S Aldredge St, 1301 N Harrison St, 605 N Jefferson St, 307 N Mirror St, 306 Parker St, 4852 River Rd, 917 Skyline Dr) to determine if they constitute dangerous structures or public nuisances.
- Public hearing on removal of substandard structures at 1435 NW 10th Ave.
- Public hearing on removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 1215 SW 11th Ave.
- Public hearing on removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 715 N Dallas St.
- Public hearings on removal of substandard structures at 316 S Georgia St, 2201 N Woodland St, 110 S Mississippi St, and 1304 NW 15th Ave.
The Condemnation Appeals Commission approved minutes from April 2, 2026, and set a public hearing for July 16, 2026, to determine if ten properties constitute dangerous structures. The commission held public hearings and unanimously approved resolutions ordering the removal of substandard structures and solid waste at seven properties (all 3-0). Owners spoke at several hearings; one stated demolition was scheduled for June 10, 2026.
- Approved minutes from April 2, 2026 (3-0)
- Set public hearing for July 16, 2026 for 10 properties (3-0)
- Ordered removal (Options II & V) at 1435 NW 10th Ave (3-0)
- Ordered removal (Options II & V) at 1215 SW 11th Ave (3-0)
- Ordered removal (Options II & V) at 715 N Dallas St (3-0)
- Ordered removal (Options II & V) at 316 S Georgia St (3-0)
- Ordered removal (Options II & V) at 2201 N Woodland St (3-0)
- Ordered removal at 110 S Mississippi St (Option I) and 1304 NW 15th Ave (Option II) (both 3-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a replat for a Habitat for Humanity addition near NW 6th Ave & N Van Buren St, and discuss potential code amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion on relocating future meetings and adding live streaming.
- Consider approval of minutes from April 6, 2026 regular meeting
- Consider plat 2026-75-P: replat of Lots 1-5, Block 152, Glidden and Sanborn Addition, vicinity NW 6th Ave & N Van Buren St, applicant OJD Engineering for Amarillo Habitat for Humanity
- Discuss Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and potential code amendments
- Discuss relocation of Planning and Zoning Commission meetings and live streaming
- Public comment on agenda items and city business
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Glidden and Sanborn Addition Unit No. 25 and the minutes from the previous meeting, both unanimously. They discussed potential code amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units but took no action. The commission also announced future meetings will be held in Council Chambers and live-streamed.
- Approved minutes from April 6, 2026 meeting (4-0)
- Approved Plat 2026-75-P Glidden and Sanborn Addition Unit No. 25 with condition of corrected originals (4-0)
Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board
The Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss the renewal of the FIMC Commercial Realty Management contract expiring June 30, 2026, consider a contract with Turner Land Architect, and deliberate the FY 2026-2027 budget and ongoing operations. The board also plans to approve minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting and take public comment on agenda items.
- Renewal of FIMC Commercial Realty Management contract (expires June 30, 2026)
- Consideration of Turner Land Architect (TLA) contract
- Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget
- Ongoing PID operations and maintenance
- Approval of minutes from June 5, 2025 meeting
Amarillo City Council
The City Council will consider a developer agreement for a 122-room Hampton Inn near SE 10th and Buchanan, requiring at least $28 million investment in exchange for a 10-year property tax rebate and up to $900,000 in grants. The consent agenda includes a rezoning of 27.48 acres near S. Western and Beacon to Residential District 3, and approval of a 10-year lease for Rick Klein Baseball Complex with Kids Inc. at $1 annually. Other major purchases include $1.55 million for dumpsters and $275,978 for mowing equipment. Discussion items cover construction project updates and a wastewater extension at 58th and Osage.
- Developer agreement for 122-room Hampton Inn with 10-year 100% property tax rebate and up to $900,000 grant (item 4.12)
- Second reading of rezoning 27.48 acres near S. Western & Beacon to Residential District 3 (item 4.2)
- Purchase of 1,836 3-yard and 189 8-yard dumpsters for $1,550,907 (item 4.7)
- Award of $80,000 for new Habitat for Humanity home at 1106 N. Monroe (item 4.4)
- Public hearing on vacation of 8,451.22 feet of alley right-of-way near SW 26th & Britain (item 6.1)
The City Council approved a consent agenda including minutes, construction contracts, and equipment purchases. The Council also passed ordinances to vacate an alley and rezone a property for a daycare, and authorized a developer agreement for a hotel project.
- Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
- Vacated alley right-of-way (Ordinance 8246) (4-0)
- Rezoned property for daycare (Ordinance 8243) (3-0)
- Authorized seeking state funds for rodeo (Resolution 04-28-26-1)
- Authorized developer agreement for Hampton Inn (4-0)
- Awarded $80,000 home construction contract
- Awarded $275,979 for street and parks mowing equipment
- Awarded $1.55M for solid waste dumpsters
Board of Review for Landmarks, Historic Districts, and Downtown Design
This meeting considers a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new parking lot at 1013 S. Van Buren Street, including a variance to allow more than one entrance/exit per block frontage. The board will also approve minutes from the March 25, 2026 regular meeting and discuss items for future agendas.
- Consideration of Certificate of Appropriateness 2025-199-COA for a new parking lot at 1013 S. Van Buren St.
- Variance request to allow more than one entrance/exit per block frontage for the proposed parking lot
- Approval of minutes from the March 25, 2026 regular meeting
- Applicant: OJD Engineering, LLC for First Presbyterian Church
South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors
The Board will discuss financial projections and updates on development projects within the Zone. It will also consider an amendment to a developer agreement involving Attebury Elevators, LLC and Rockrose Development, LLC.
- Discussion of TIRZ#3 financial projections and development project updates
- Proposed amendment to developer agreement with Attebury Elevators, LLC and Rockrose Development, LLC
- Addition of Happy Again, LP to existing developer agreement terms
- Amendment request regarding an existing developer agreement with Amarillo Economic Development Corporation
Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau
The Visit Amarillo Board will consider the Q2 Financial Report and hold a strategic discussion on 'The Long Trail.' The board will also discuss the TX Route 66 Festival and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No votes on contracts or spending are directly listed.
- Presentation and consideration of Q2 Financial Report
- Discussion of TX Route 66 Festival
- Strategic discussion and consideration of 'The Long Trail'
- Consideration of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
The board unanimously approved the March meeting minutes and accepted the Q2 financial report. Revenue was 22% over budget, expenses 4.5% under, and HOT tax revenue exceeded budget by $107,000. Discussions included the fully-booked TX Route 66 Festival and strategic planning for 'The Long Trail' with new committees.
- Approved minutes from March 25, 2026 (unanimous)
- Accepted Q2 2026 financial report (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will review employee updates including promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions. The meeting also includes consideration of Fire Driver examination question appeals and the approval of the April 1, 2026, promotional examination eligibility register.
- Review of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, and disciplinary actions
- Fire Driver examination question appeals
- Approval of the Fire Driver promotional examination eligibility register from April 1, 2026
The Commission reviewed several question appeals regarding the Fire Driver promotional examination. It approved one appeal for question #11 and denied appeals for questions #15, #21, and #66. Following a brief recess, the Commission approved the final eligibility register for the Fire Driver rank.
- Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approved new employee list, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, temporary assignments, and disciplinary actions
- Accepted appeal for Fire Driver exam question #11 (A and C correct)
- Denied appeal for Fire Driver exam question #15
- Denied appeal for Fire Driver exam question #21
- Denied appeal for Fire Driver exam question #66
- Approved Fire Driver promotional examination eligibility register
Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee
The Amarillo MPO Policy Committee will consider resolutions to adopt revisions to the 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan and the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program, and to adopt the new 2027-2030 TIP. They will also adopt FY26 Category 7 & 9 project priority lists and discuss the FY27 draft Unified Planning Work Program. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel and legal matters.
- Resolution to adopt revision to 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (Item 4.A)
- Resolution to adopt revision to 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (Item 4.B)
- Resolution to adopt 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program (Item 4.C)
- Adoption of FY26 Category 7 & 9 Project Priority Lists (Item 4.D)
- Executive session on MPO director evaluation and legal consultation (Items 4.I-4.J)
Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation will hold executive sessions to discuss litigation, economic development negotiations for two manufacturing projects (Project #25-11-01 and Project #26-03-01), and a potential real property purchase in the city's southwest quadrant. Following that, the board will take possible action on performance under the Location Incentive Agreement with Sharpened Iron Studios, LLC, the real property purchase, and an amendment to the Developer Agreement for TIRZ No. 3. Staff operational and financial updates are also scheduled.
- Performance under Location Incentive Agreement with Sharpened Iron Studios, LLC
- Potential purchase of real property in the Southwest quadrant of Amarillo
- Amendment to Developer Agreement for TIRZ No. 3 between City and AEDC
- Executive session discussion of Project #25-11-01 (Manufacturing) and Project #26-03-01 (Manufacturing)
- Approval of minutes from March 26, 2026 board meeting
Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board of Directors
The Center City TIRZ #1 Board will consider approving a developer agreement with Rillo Investments, LLC for a hospitality project in the vicinity of SE 10th Ave. and S. Buchanan St. They will also vote on a streetscape grant request from Amarillo Area Foundation for a parking lot project at SE 10th Ave. and S. Taylor St. The board will discuss potential updates to the TIRZ #1 Final Project and Financing Plan and the Downtown Amarillo Strategic Action Plan. The meeting opens with an executive session to discuss incentives for a business prospect (Project #TIRZ1-2501).
- Developer agreement with Rillo Investments for hospitality project near SE 10th Ave. and S. Buchanan St.
- Streetscape grant request from Amarillo Area Foundation for parking lot project at SE 10th Ave. and S. Taylor St.
- Discussion on updates to TIRZ #1 Final Project and Financing Plan and Downtown Amarillo Strategic Action Plan
- Executive session to discuss incentives for business prospect Project #TIRZ1-2501
The Board approved a developer agreement for a new Hampton Inn and Suites and a streetscape grant for the Amarillo Area Foundation. The Board also discussed the process for updating the TIRZ #1 Final Project and Financing Plan and the Downtown Amarillo Strategic Action Plan.
- Approved February 12, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved developer agreement with Rillo Investments, LLC for a $28.6M hotel project, including 100% property tax rebates for 10 years and a $900,000 grant (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved $50,000 streetscape grant for Amarillo Area Foundation parking lot project (7-0)
Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
The board will decide on continuing a disability benefit for a participant and approve routine investment transactions and payments to service providers including legal and software vendors. They will also discuss private debt market updates and receive a monthly revenue and expenditure summary.
- Consider continuation of disability benefit for Participant C
- Approve investment transactions from previous month
- Consider payment to Jackson Walker for legal services through February 2026
- Consider annual payment to Indus Mokshum for pension software and maintenance (Jan–Dec 2026)
- Discussion of private debt market updates by Wells Fargo
The Board approved the previous meeting's minutes and an investment resolution unanimously. They also approved payments to Frost Bank, Jackson Walker, and Indus Mokshum. A request to continue a disability benefit was tabled.
- Approved April 15, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Investment Resolution (unanimous)
- Approved payments to Frost Bank ($741.99)
- Approved payments to Jackson Walker ($1,567.00)
- Approved payments to Indus Mokshum ($12,664.00)
- Tabled disability benefit continuation (unanimous)
Amarillo City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and consider several large contracts, including a $4.95 million award for a chlorine system at the Osage Water Treatment Plant. They will also discuss a water and wastewater rate study and consider a resolution to study cost recovery options for city services.
- Public hearing on rezoning 27.48 acres from Agricultural to Residential District 3 at S. Western St. & Beacon Rd.
- Public hearing on rezoning near SW 5th Ave. & S. Alabama St. for a daycare facility.
- Consider $4,950,000 contract for chlorine system at Osage Water Treatment Plant (Stolz Mechanical Contractors).
- Consider $1,614,000 contract for ARFF simulator hardware at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport.
- Consider resolution to study cost recovery options for city services in preparation for FY 2026/2027 budget.
The Amarillo City Council approved a consent agenda including budget amendments, a rezoning request, and several contracts for water, fire, and airport services. The meeting included a presentation on water and wastewater rates and a public hearing on a new rezoning ordinance.
- Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 8241 budget amendments (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 8242 rezoning to Central Business District (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 03-24-26-1 mural donation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 03-24-26-2 street dedication dissolution (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 03-24-26-3 suspending Atmos Energy rate effective date (5-0)
- Awarded Fire Apparatus supply contract to Safe Industries ($218,500)
- Awarded Official City Branding apparel renewal to Great Armadillo Printing ($300,000)
Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board
The board will hear public comments, approve previous minutes, and discuss multiple beautification events (Earth Day, Arbor Day, Sustainability Month) and projects such as the Rt 66 Mural Bridge and the 2026 Mural Grant. They will also consider action on mural invoice reimbursements and discuss a call for artists for the John Ward Park Fitness Court Project.
- Earth Day, Arbor Day, Sustainability Month, and Tree Booklet updates
- Rt 66 Mural Bridge and 2026 Mural Grant discussions
- Mural reimbursement invoices considered for action
- Call for artists for John Ward Park Fitness Court Project
Airport Advisory Board
The Amarillo Airport Advisory Board will review updates on airport operations and infrastructure projects. Staff will present information on terminal chimney repairs, baggage handling system modernization, and air handler unit replacement. The board will also discuss the timeline for the Old English Field Terminal demo, review an ARFF simulator, and receive an air service development update. No votes or final decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Terminal chimney repair presentation
- Baggage handling systems modernization update
- Air Handler Unit 12 replacement discussion
- Old English Field Terminal timeline demonstration
- Air service development and "Taking Flight" program update
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board will discuss and consider revisions to the Internet Usage Guidelines to eliminate fees for nonresidents using public access computers and WiFi, aligning with new Texas State Library and Archives Commission accreditation standards. They will also review minutes from the February 9 meeting and hear a presentation from the Library Director on departmental issues, including Friends of the Library, programming, the MIND Diet program, and Southwest Branch activities.
- Revisions to Internet Usage Guidelines to remove nonresident fees for public internet access
- Approval of minutes from February 9, 2026 meeting
- Presentation on current departmental issues and activities by the Director of Library Services
- MIND Diet Program overview by Cynthia Hunt, Program Specialist
- Southwest Branch activities presentation by Librarian Karen Robinson
Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board
The Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board will receive updates on a mandatory microchipping ordinance and a cost recovery analysis from the city's pre-budget workshop. They will also hear an update on the Barrio Spay/Neuter Voucher Clinic. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes.
- Update regarding mandatory microchipping ordinance
- Discussion on cost recovery analysis presented at the March 2026 pre-budget workshop
- Update on Barrio Spay/Neuter Voucher Clinic
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board meets for a regular session. Items include public comment, approval of minutes from the March 11, 2026 meeting, and receiving administrative reports from divisions such as the Zoo, Athletics, Aquatics, Golf, and Senior Services. The agenda is procedural with no specific action items or financial decisions listed.
- Approval of minutes from March 11, 2026 meeting
- Administrative report from Amarillo Zoo
- Administrative report from Athletics division
- Administrative report from Aquatics division
- Discussion of items for future agendas