Amarillo public meetings in 2024

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will hear public comment, approve the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting, and adopt resolutions to hold public hearings on dangerous structures and public nuisance at several properties. One resolution sets a hearing for February 6, 2025 at six listed addresses. Additional resolutions schedule hearings for substandard structures at 304 S Mississippi Street and 312 S Mississippi Street.

• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker.
• Approval of Condemnation Appeals Commission minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting.
• Resolution calling a public hearing on February 6, 2025 to determine public nuisance at 902 SW 1st Avenue, 903 SW 1st Avenue, 905 SW 1st Avenue, 3212 SW 3rd Avenue, 4821 Slope Drive, and 111 S Tennessee Street.
• Resolution conducting a public hearing on removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 304 S Mississippi Street.
• Resolution conducting a public hearing on removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 312 S Mississippi Street.

Civil Service Commission

The Amarillo Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider routine personnel matters. Items include approval of minutes from October 30, review of personnel actions such as new hires and promotions, and approval of the eligibility register for the Police Recruit written examination held on December 14, 2024. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss personnel or legal matters.

• Approval of minutes from October 30, 2024, meeting
• Review of list of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, temporary assignments, and disciplinary actions
• Approval of the eligibility register for the Police Recruit written examination given on December 14, 2024

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The board will appoint a Vice Chairman and a Civilian Board Member to expiring terms, take oaths for new members, and consider routine financial items including investment transactions, revenue/expenditures, and payments to custodians, investment counselors, lawyers, and actuaries. The board will also canvass the results of an election on two pension plan amendments and handle individual member actions such as a refund of contributions and a change of beneficiary.

• Appointment of Vice Chairman to expiring term
• Appointment of Civilian Board Member to expiring term
• Consideration of investment transactions from previous month
• Canvassing of election results for Pension Plan Amendments 1 and 2
• Consideration of payments to Frost Bank, Wells Fargo Advisors, Jackson Walker, Rudd and Wisdom, TEXPERS, Kayne Anderson Rudnick, and Luther King Capital Management

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from its December 2 meeting. It will hold public hearings on a replat for Wolflin Estates Unit No. 13 and on rezoning Lot 5, Block 1, Wild Horse Addition from Light Commercial/Industrial to Light Industrial. The commission will also discuss meeting times and solicit future agenda items.

• Approve minutes from the December 2, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Public hearing on Plat P-24-110 Wolflin Estates Unit No. 13 (replat of Lot 7 and part of Lot 8)
• Public hearing on Rezoning Z-24-24 of Lot 5, Block 1, Wild Horse Addition to Light Industrial District
• Discussion on Planning and Zoning Commission meeting times
• Request future agenda items or updates from staff

Amarillo Hospital District Indigent Care and Funding Priorities Committee

The Amarillo Hospital District Indigent Care and Funding Priorities Committee will meet to discuss a 2019-2023 audit and consider items for future agendas. The meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2024, at the Amarillo Public Health Clinic.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discuss and consider JO Wyatt Indigent Care Audit 2019-2023
• Discuss items for future agendas

Amarillo Health Facilities Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Health Facilities Corporation Board will elect officers for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary, and consider a revised investment policy. The board will also review its bylaws as required annually, and receive quarterly financial statements and investment reports for periods ending September 30 and June 30, 2024, respectively.

• Election of officers for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Consideration of annual bylaws review
• Presentation of quarterly financial statements as of September 30, 2024
• Presentation of quarterly investment report as of June 30, 2024
• Discussion and consideration of a revised investment policy

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss a proposal to rename a park or city facility after John Ward, review community feedback for the Thompson Inclusive Playground, and consider a new Code of Conduct for independent contractors and a refund policy. Funding for Paramount Park is also on the agenda for discussion.

• Discussion of renaming a park or city facility after John Ward
• Community feedback presentation for Thompson Inclusive Playground
• Consideration of Athletics Independent Contractors Code of Conduct
• Consideration of Parks and Recreation refund policy
• Discussion of Paramount Park funding

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss economic development, fire department leasing, and city hall services. They are deciding on several annexations, budget amendments for a new women's clinic, and multiple vendor contracts for city infrastructure and software.

• Contract for hangar rail repairs at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport for $2,609,537.00
• Annexation of 253.61 acres at N. Western St. & Hastings Ave. and 25.77 acres at SE 40th Ave. & S. Mirror St.
• Budget amendment for the Public Health Department's proposed new women's clinic
• Five-year airport engineering agreement with RS&H, Inc. not to exceed $9,000,000.00
• Medical supply, vaccine, and medication contract with MMCAP not to exceed $900,000.00 per year

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

This is a work session of the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors. No final decisions or votes will occur. The board will discuss a proposed resolution to amend the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget by increasing the marketing budget by up to $50,000 for two gateway monument signs on Interstate 40. Other discussion topics include updates, amendments to the corporation's articles of incorporation and bylaws, the board selection process, and an expenditure request.

• Resolution No. 12-10-24-3: proposed budget amendment authorizing up to $50,000 increase in marketing budget for two gateway monument signs on Interstate 40 (east and west entrances to Amarillo)
• Discussion of amendments to Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
• Discussion of the Board of Director Selection Process
• Discussion of an Expenditure Request
• Update and presentation from the Board Chair

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Convention and Visitors Bureau will assemble for a reception. The notice states the body will not deliberate or take formal action on any items.

• Tourism Friendly Designation reception

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will consider approving the October meeting minutes, discuss next steps for the reconsideration of materials process, and review a draft policy and liability release for patrons using The Studio @ APL. The board will also receive a presentation from the Library Director on current activities, including Friends of the Library, a holiday gift guide, programming at all locations, and the 'What Makes the Shelf' promotional series.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2024 meeting
• Discuss next steps for material reconsideration process
• Discuss and consider draft policy and liability release for The Studio @ APL
• Presentation on 'What Makes the Shelf' series by Stacy Clopton
• Director's update on Friends of the Library, Holiday Gift Guide, and programming

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will attend a public meeting regarding the I-27 Feasibility Study from Amarillo to Dumas. The council will not deliberate or take formal action on any items discussed.

• I-27 Feasibility Study from Amarillo to Dumas

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board will elect officers, then consider and potentially approve a location incentive for Project 24-06-01 (Transportation) offering up to $15,000 per job for 60 new jobs over 10 years, totaling up to $900,000. The board will also discuss the sale of 3.61 acres in Centerport Business Park to Pacific Cheese for $162,450. Executive sessions are planned for ongoing economic development negotiations and real estate purchase/sale discussions.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair/Secretary, and Treasurer for the board
• Action on Project #24-06-01: $15,000 per job incentive for up to 60 jobs, totaling up to $900,000 over 10 years
• Sale of 3.61 acres at 1993 Benchmark Street in Centerport Business Park to Pacific Cheese for $162,450 plus closing costs
• Quarterly investment reports for Q1 and Q2 2024
• Executive sessions for economic development negotiations on four projects (Distribution, Manufacturing, Aviation & Aerospace, Transportation) and real estate in southwest and northeast Amarillo

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two plats (Arden's Subdivision Unit No. 12 and Beverly Gardens Unit No. 30) and consider a rezoning request (Z-24-23) to change Lot 1, Block 85, Belmar Unit No. 33 from Planned Development 104 to 104A for additional storage units. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 18 and public comment.

• Public hearing and consideration of plat P-24-105 Arden's Subdivision Unit No. 12 (replat near Western St. & Arden Rd.)
• Public hearing and consideration of plat P-107 Beverly Gardens Unit No. 30 (replat near Angelus Dr. & Iroquois Ave.)
• Public hearing and consideration of rezoning Z-24-23 (change from Planned Development 104 to 104A for storage units at Danvers Dr. & Oxbow Trl.)

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will attend a luncheon for the Crime Prevention in Amarillo Collaborative Task Force. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and the council will not deliberate or take formal action.

• Crime Prevention in Amarillo Collaborative Task Force Luncheon
• Notice of possible quorum assembly
• No formal action or minutes to be produced

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will meet to discuss financial policies and planning. The body is considering a Master Plan bid and the associated reserve amount.

• Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Investment Policy
• Amount and term length of a possible Certificate of Deposit (CD)
• Appointment of Hotelier Position on ACVB Board
• Bid for Master Plan
• Reserve amount for Master Plan

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The board will consider approval of the fund's monthly investment transactions, review a revenue and expenditure summary, and hear a quarterly investment performance review from Wells Fargo Advisors. They will also consider payments to several vendors including Frost Bank, Kayne Anderson Rudnick, Jackson Walker, Rudd and Wisdom, and the City of Amarillo for administrative services. Additionally, the board will consider beneficiary changes for two active firefighters and a refund application from a former member.

• Consider approval of the Fund’s investment transactions from the previous month
• Presentation of Revenue and Expenditures Summary from previous month
• Presentation and Consideration of Investment Performance by Wells Fargo Advisors for previous quarter
• Consider Payment to City of Amarillo for Administrative Services from 10/1/23-9/30/24
• Consider Form 100, Change of Beneficiary, for active firefighters Christopher Campbell and Gage Anderson Mayer

Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors

The board will approve previous minutes, hear project updates on Hodgetown, Embassy Suites, and the parking garage, review quarterly financials, and consider an updated investment policy. They will also discuss incoming and outgoing board members and future agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2024
• Project updates for Hodgetown, Embassy Suites, and Parking Garage
• Presentation of quarterly financials
• Presentation and consideration of updated investment policy
• Discussion of incoming and outgoing board members

Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers

The Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers will discuss a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2023/2024 budget and consider changes to the District's Corpus Investment Policy. The meeting will also include updates on investment performance, quarterly financial statements, and the use of District funding for public health and psychiatry services.

• Consider resolution to amend FY 2023/2024 budget
• Discuss updated Amarillo Hospital District Corpus Investment Policy
• Review and consider charges to District Bylaws
• Presentation of Quarterly Financial Statements
• Presentation of Quarterly Investment Report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approval of four plats for new housing subdivisions: Homestead Unit No. 13 and No. 7, Town Square Unit No. 17, and RiverRoad Gardens Unit No. 35. The meeting also includes an update on Plat P-24-96 The Vineyards Unit No. 12. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Public hearing on replat of Lot 2A, Block 5, Homestead Unit No. 10 at SW 34th Ave. & Farmhouse Ave. (Plat P-24-99; applicant: Betenbough Homes LLC)
• Consideration of plat for unplatted tract at Heartland Ave. & Loop 335 for Homestead Unit No. 7 (Plat P-24-100; applicant: Betenbough Homes LLC)
• Consideration of plat at Town Square Blvd. & Nancy Ellen St. for Town Square Unit No. 17 (Plat P-24-101; applicant: PEGA Development LLC)
• Public hearing on replat of portion of Lot 12, RiverRoad Gardens at Mesquite Ave. & Bluebonnet Dr. (Plat P-24-102; applicant: Amie Lewis)
• Update on Plat P-24-96 The Vineyards Unit No. 12

Amarillo City Council

This is a special meeting with a single item: a resolution to canvass the returns and declare the results of the November 5, 2024 special election. No other business is scheduled.

• Consider Resolution No. 11-15-24-1 canvassing special election returns and declaring results

Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee

The Amarillo Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee will discuss and consider a resolution adopting the Congestion Management Process and a letter of support for the Loop 335 project from FM 2590 to Hillside Road. The board will also approve minutes from the October 17 meeting and receive public comment on agenda items.

• Discuss and consider a resolution adopting the Congestion Management Process
• Discuss and consider a letter of support for Loop 335 project from FM 2590 to Hillside Rd
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting
• Public address period for matters on the agenda

Board of Review for Landmarks, Historic Districts, and Downtown Design

The Board of Review for Landmarks, Historic Districts, and Downtown Design will meet to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA-24-08) for a new construction and site development project at 412 SW 11th Avenue, proposed by Kelly Wood Company for First Presbyterian Church. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its June 18, 2024 meeting and hear public comments on agenda items or city policies.

• Consider approval of minutes from June 18, 2024 regular meeting
• Certificate of Appropriateness COA-24-08 for First Presbyterian Church new construction at 412 SW 11th Avenue (Lot 6, Block 135, Plemons's Addition)
• Applicant: Kelly Wood Company for First Presbyterian Church; vicinity SW 11th Ave. & S. Jackson St.
• Public address period for matters on the agenda or city policies, programs, services

Amarillo Area Public Health Board

The Amarillo Area Public Health Board will open with welcome remarks, then accept up to three‑minute public comments on health‑related topics. The board will approve the previous meeting’s minutes and receive administrative reports on Animal Management and Welfare, Environmental Health, Public Health, and the Women Infants and Children Nutrition Program (WIC). Finally, members will discuss potential items for future agendas.

• Public Comment – citizens may address the board (max 3 minutes each)
• Approval of Minutes from the prior meeting
• Administrative Report – Animal Management and Welfare
• Administrative Report – Environmental Health
• Administrative Report – Public Health and WIC Nutrition Program

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will meet to review divisional updates from various city recreation departments. Members will also discuss and consider proposed changes to the Pool Rules and Code of Conduct.

• Proposed changes to Pool Rules and Code of Conduct
• Divisional updates for Amarillo Zoo, Golf Operations, and Senior Services
• Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session to discuss the operation, structure, laws, and policies of Municipal Utility Districts. No formal votes are scheduled for this session.

• Presentation on Municipal Utility District (MUD) operations
• Discussion on MUD structure, laws, and policies

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The board will meet to consider the approval of October 8, 2024, meeting minutes. Members will also receive updates on Texas Arbor Day and Paint in the Park.

• Bronco Wild Fund donation
• Texas Arbor Day Update
• Paint in the Park Update

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will discuss a budget amendment for a new Public Health Department women's clinic and a reorganization of the city government structure. The body is also considering two land annexations and various infrastructure and equipment contracts.

• Budget amendment for a proposed new women's clinic via the Public Health Department
• Rezoning of 203.73 acres near SW 45th Ave. & Soncy Rd. to Multiple-Family District 1
• Hot-mix asphaltic concrete annual contract not to exceed $1,780,000.00
• Purchase of spare pumps for Playa Lake pump stations for $599,260.00
• Public hearings for annexing land at N. Western St. & Hastings Ave. and SE 40th Ave. & S. Mirror St.

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and schedule public hearings to determine if properties on Bowyer Street, River Road, and SW 13th Avenue constitute a public nuisance and require removal.

• Approval of October 17, 2024, minutes
• Public hearing set for January 16, 2024, on Bowyer Street properties
• Public hearing set for 4239 SW 13th Avenue regarding substandard structures
• Public hearing set for 3120 Palm Street regarding substandard structures
• Public hearing set for 301 N Rusk Street regarding substandard structures

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss and consider the year‑end financials and a general update. They will also review the proposed Colonies PID Improvement Project. Ongoing PID operations, maintenance, and future agenda items will be discussed as well.

• Year‑end financials and general update
• Proposed Colonies PID Improvement Project
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance
• Future agenda items

Amarillo-Potter Events Venue District Board of Directors

The Amarillo-Potter Events Venue District Board will review quarterly financial statements and consider updates to the District's investment policy. The Board will also discuss events and payments related to the Amarillo National Center.

• Review of quarterly financial statements as of September 30, 2024
• Discussion and consideration of revised investment policy
• Discussion of events at the Amarillo National Center
• Discussion of past and future payments to the Amarillo National Center
• Status update on FY 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 projects at Tri-State Fairgrounds and Amarillo Civic Center

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider three different plat replats for additions to the City of Amarillo. Two of these items include public hearings.

• Plat P-24-88 Soncy Park Unit No. 22 (Soncy Rd. & Anton Kuster Ave.)
• Plat P-24-96 The Vineyards Unit No. 12 (Moscato Dr. & Champagne Blvd.)
• Plat P-24-97 Estancia Addition Unit No. 4 (Tascosa Rd. & Estancia Dr.)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from September, review employee actions, and consider appeals and eligibility registers for Police Captain and Lieutenant promotional examinations.

• Approval of September 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of employee actions including promotions and disciplinary actions
• Consideration of Police Captain promotional examination appeals
• Approval of Police Captain promotional eligibility register
• Consideration of Police Lieutenant promotional examination appeals

Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board

The Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from June 2024 and receive updates on departmental activities, field services, and community outreach. The meeting will also include a discussion on items for future agendas.

• Approval of June 26, 2024, meeting minutes
• AMW Activity Report
• Departmental Staffing Update
• Field Services Update
• Texas Tech SVM Partnership Update

Amarillo City Council

The City Council and Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Board of Directors will hold a joint workshop to discuss economic development policies. The session covers incentives, infrastructure, and land acquisition, though no final decisions or votes will occur.

• Joint workshop on economic development policies, incentives, and infrastructure

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The board will hold a joint workshop with the Amarillo City Council and senior staff to discuss and develop economic development policies. Topics may include incentives, bylaws, development, infrastructure, land acquisition, and funding options. No final decisions or votes are expected at this meeting.

• Joint workshop with City Council and AEDC staff to discuss economic development policies (no vote)

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and policies. The board will consider grant awards for arts marketing and discuss the nominations policy.

• Motion by Grant Jury for 2024-25 Arts Marketing Grant Awards
• Changes to Financial Policy
• Review and discussion of Nominations Policy
• Financial Report
• Film Commission update

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council work session includes an executive session to consider potential purchases, sales, or leases of real property in the city's northwest, northeast, and southwest quadrants. Council members will also discuss commercial and financial information and possible incentives for several projects, including a $7.5 million distribution project (15 jobs) in the southwest quadrant, a $10 million manufacturing project (120 jobs) in the northeast quadrant, a $22 million aviation & aerospace project (75 jobs) in the northeast quadrant, and a $10 million transportation project (40 jobs) in the northeast quadrant. No final decisions or votes will be made during this work session; any actions require an open meeting.

• Potential purchase, sale, or lease of real property in the northwest quadrant of Amarillo
• Potential purchase, sale, or lease of real property in the northeast quadrant of Amarillo
• Potential purchase, sale, or lease of real property in the southwest quadrant of Amarillo
• Discussion of Project #23-12-03 (Distribution) – 15 new jobs, $7.5 million, southwest quadrant
• Discussion of Project #24-03-05 (Manufacturing) – 120 new jobs, $10 million, northeast quadrant

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will vote on several contracts for city facilities and emergency services. Members will also hold a public hearing on a 203-acre rezoning and discuss two proposed land annexations.

• Purchase of $1,521,635.83 for City Hall furniture, fixtures, and equipment from Navajo/Office Wise
• Public hearing to rezone 203.73 acres near SW 45th Ave. & Soncy Rd. to Multiple-Family District 1
• Proposed annexations of 253.61 acres (N. Western St. & Hastings Ave.) and 25.77 acres (SE 40th Ave. & S. Mirror St.)
• Contract for $168,226.00 to install washers and dryers at eight fire stations
• AEDC budget increase of $625,000 for two gateway signs on Interstate 40

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider the approval of three separate plats for land additions and replats within the city. The commission will also review minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting.

• Plat P-24-86 Westover Park Unit No. 31 near Interstate 27 & Thunder Rd.
• Plat P-24-89 South Park Unit No. 52 near Bell St. & Hillside Rd.
• Plat P-24-92 South Georgia Place Unit No. 48 near Georgia St. & SW 58th Ave.

Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss and consider several resolutions regarding long-term and short-term transportation planning. This includes the 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan and the FY25 project priority list.

• Resolution adopting the 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan
• Resolution adopting the FY25 Project priority list
• Revision to the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution adopting the FY 2025-2035 10-yr plan
• Resolution supporting the addition of roadways to the Strategic Highway Network

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission is conducting public hearings to consider the removal of substandard structures and solid waste at five different locations. The body will also consider approving minutes from the October 3, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing for removal of structures and waste at 2608 NW 5th Avenue
• Public hearing for removal of structures and waste at 3611 SE 13th Avenue
• Public hearing for removal of structures and waste at 600 Browning Street
• Public hearing for removal of structure at 606 N Fillmore Street
• Public hearing for removal of solid waste at 1706 N Washington Street

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board will review and vote on the Fund’s investment transactions from the previous month. City staff will present a summary of the Fund’s revenue and expenditures for that period. The Board will also discuss ballot language from the Fund’s actuaries and consider payments to its custodial and paying agents, as well as a repayment to the city for pension contributions.

• Consider Investment Resolution – approval of monthly investment transactions
• Presentation of Revenue and Expenditures Summary – staff report on prior month
• Discussion of Ballot Language – review of actuary‑proposed ballot wording
• Consider Statement from Frost Bank – payment to the Fund’s custodial agent
• Consider Repayment to the City for Pension Contributions True‑up

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review current airport activities and projects. Members will also consider and recommend meeting dates for 2025.

• Terminal chimney repair
• Parking lots and loop road rehabilitations
• Emergency power
• Airport Overlay District Ordinance
• Proposed 2025 meeting dates

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review current departmental activities and issues. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion on Friends of the Library
• Review of programming and events at all APL locations
• Discussion regarding Book Club in a Bag

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will receive divisional updates from various department sectors. Members will also discuss recommendations regarding the operation of City of Amarillo aquatics facilities.

• Discussion of recommendations for the operation of City of Amarillo aquatics facilities
• Divisional updates from Amarillo Zoo, Golf Operations, and Capital Projects
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will consider approval of the September 10 meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will receive updates on the Hoodoo Mural, mural applications, welding art, Texas Arbor Day, pollinator patch, and Paint in the Park announcement. The board will also discuss items for future agendas before adjourning.

• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Hoodoo Mural update
• Mural application status update
• Welding art project update
• Texas Arbor Day and pollinator patch updates

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council work session will hold an executive session to consult the city attorney about pending litigation and a water supply agreement with Tyson. Council members will also discuss commercial and financial information from a business prospect, including the water supply agreement and three project proposals: Project #23-12-03 (Distribution), Project #24-05-04 (Aviation & Aerospace), and Project #24-06-01 (Transportation). No final decisions will be made in this session.

• Consult attorney about pending or contemplated litigation or settlement
• Discuss water supply agreement with Tyson
• Review commercial/financial information from a business prospect
• Consider Project #23-12-03 (Distribution)
• Consider Project #24-05-04 (Aviation & Aerospace)

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will consider a series of consent items, including several large contracts and a grant, and will hold a public hearing on rezoning and transit grant resolutions. Consent items include a $5,000,000 award for street maintenance services, a $100,000 TXDOT airport maintenance grant, a $92,500 annual rock‑salt contract, a $1,500,000 managed print services renewal, and an ordinance to vacate a 0.40‑acre public right‑of‑way. Non‑consent items include two rezoning ordinances, a transit‑grant resolution, and a retirement‑benefits ordinance. The council will also receive updates on roadway safety, a women's health clinic, and the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation.

• Award of two $2,500,000 street maintenance contracts to Advanced Pavement Maintenance, Ltd. and LA Fuller and Sons Construction, Ltd.
• Ordinance No. 8156 to vacate a 0.40‑acre public right‑of‑way (20‑ft alley) near NE 15th Ave. and Mirror St., applicant Paul Ebben for AAAA Properties
• TXDOT RAMP grant of $100,000 for routine airport maintenance at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport
• One‑year rock‑salt contract $92,500 per year (total $462,500 for five years) awarded to Salt Pointe, LLC
• Renewal of a 5‑year managed print services agreement with Tascosa Office Machines for $1,500,000

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a public session with brief public comments. The board will hold a workshop to discuss broad economic development policies, mission, and incentives. It will also discuss and possibly act on hiring outside special counsel to advise on recent budget guidance for the City Council. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Public comment period (max 3 minutes per speaker)
• Workshop to develop AEDC policies on incentives, bylaws, land acquisition, and funding options
• Consideration of engaging outside special counsel for opinion on recent City Council budget guidance

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Amarillo Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for a 203.73-acre tract of land in Randall County. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from Agricultural to Multiple-Family District 1.

• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public Hearing: Rezoning Z-24-20 (203.73 acres to Multiple-Family District 1)
• Review of agenda items and staff reports
• Executive session authorized for listed items
• Public comment period scheduled

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will approve the minutes from its September 19 meeting. It will adopt a resolution scheduling a public hearing on December 19 to consider whether conditions at five listed properties constitute a public nuisance or dangerous structures. The commission will also hold public hearings to consider removal orders for substandard structures and solid waste at several other locations.

• Resolution setting Dec 19 public hearing for possible nuisance at 209 S Georgia St, 908 S Kentucky St, 304 S Mississippi St, 312 S Mississippi St, and 1207 N Tyler St
• Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 2114 Front Blvd
• Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 314 S Milam St
• Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structures and solid waste at 320 S Milam St
• Public hearing to consider removal of substandard structures at 1910 N Nelson St

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will approve the August 28 minutes, discuss and consider funding for Wrangler's sponsorship, and take necessary action on staff salaries. An executive session will address attorney conflicts and personnel matters, including staff salary increases and the Executive Director evaluation. The meeting will also include a public forum and set the next meeting date for October 23, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and consideration of funding for Wrangler's sponsorship
• Executive session on attorney conflict of interest (Sec. 551.071) and personnel matters (Sec. 551.074)
• Consideration and action on staff salary adjustments
• Public forum and setting of next meeting date (Oct 23, 2024)

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss board terms and communication with residents. The board will also consider ongoing operations and maintenance for the district.

• Advisory Board terms
• Meeting communication correspondence for Colonies residents
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss board terms and operational maintenance. The board is also considering the hiring of a landscape consultant.

• Hiring of a landscape consultant
• PID Advisory Board terms
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will consider approval of minutes from its September 5 meeting. It will adopt a resolution scheduling a public hearing on November 7, 2024 to determine if conditions at 4239 SW 13th Avenue, 3120 Palm Street, and 301 N Rusk Street constitute a public nuisance. The commission will also conduct public hearings on ordering removal of substandard structures and solid waste at several locations, including 2400 NW 5th Avenue, 1503 S Arthur Street, 614 N Bivins Street, 611 S Fairmont Street, 4339 S Polk Street, and 704 S Virginia Street.

• Resolution to set a public hearing on Nov 7, 2024 for properties at 4239 SW 13th Ave, 3120 Palm St, and 301 N Rusk St
• Public hearing resolution to consider removal of substandard structures at 2400 NW 5th Ave
• Public hearing resolution to consider removal of substandard structures at 1503 S Arthur St
• Public hearing resolution to consider removal of substandard structures at 614 N Bivins St
• Public hearing resolution to consider removal of solid waste at 611 S Fairmont St

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review personnel actions including promotions, demotions, and disciplinary actions. The body will also consider the appointment of three physicians and the eligibility register for the August 24, 2024, Police Recruit entrance exam.

• Appointment of three physicians under Texas Local Government Code 143.022(c)
• Approval of the August 24, 2024, Police Recruit entrance examination eligibility register
• Review of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, bypasses, and disciplinary actions

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Amarillo Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will approve minutes from the August 21 meeting, appoint a new board officer, and review investment and financial statements. It will also consider payments to custodial agents, investment counselors, and legal services. The board will discuss revisions to the plan document and related forms. Finally, it will decide on terminating Johnny Doran’s retirement benefit and disbursing his lump‑sum death benefit.

• Appointment of a new Board Officer
• Consideration of the Fund’s investment resolution
• Presentation of the Fund’s revenue and expenditures summary
• Consideration of payment statements from Frost Bank and other service providers
• Termination of retirement benefit for Johnny Doran and lump‑sum death benefit disbursement

Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss operational matters. The board is considering a vendor for landscape maintenance and the structure of board member terms.

• Selection of vendor for landscape maintenance and contract term
• PID Board member staggered terms
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget and the property tax rate. The proposed budget increases property tax revenue by $3,654,631 over last year. The council will also consider agreements with police and fire associations.

• Proposed property tax rate of $0.38723 per $100.00 valuation
• Budget increase of $3,654,631 in property tax revenue (5.43% increase)
• Ordinance No. 8152 to adopt the 2024/2025 fiscal year budget
• Ordinance No. 8153 to approve the 2024 tax roll
• Ratification of Meet and Confer Agreements with Amarillo Police Officers Association and Amarillo Professional Fire Fighters Association

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several land plats and rezoning requests. The body will also review a request to vacate a public alley right-of-way.

• Plats P-24-80, P-24-81, and P-24-82 for Homestead Units 10, 11, and 12 near SW 34th Ave. and Soncy Rd.
• Rezoning Z-24-18: 7.56 acres near Western St. and Dunn Ranch Rd. from Agricultural to General Retail District
• Rezoning Z-24-19: Lots near SW 6th Ave. and Jackson St. from Heavy Commercial to Central Business District
• Vacation V-24-07: 0.40 acre public alley near NE 15th Ave. and Mirror St.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review and discuss a recommendation regarding how the City of Amarillo's aquatics facilities should be operated. The board will also hear public comments, approve the August 14 minutes, and receive updates from various department divisions. Additional discussion will cover the Outdoor Amarillo Park Initiative and future agenda items.

• Consider recommendation on operation of City of Amarillo Aquatics facilities
• Public address period for citizens (max 3 minutes each)
• Approval of minutes from the August 14, 2024 board meeting
• Discussion of the Outdoor Amarillo Park Initiative
• Departmental updates from 12 divisions (e.g., Zoo, Beautification, Athletics)

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on city art and cleanup projects. The board is scheduled to consider action on proposed changes to the Mural Grant Program.

• Proposed changes to Mural Grant Program
• Hoodoo Murals update
• Art in the Park update
• Pollinator Patch update
• National Clean Up and Zoo Cleanup announcements

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work‑session budget workshop with senior staff to review the City’s Proposed Budget for fiscal year 2024‑2025. Council members may discuss broad topics such as public safety, infrastructure, development, community services, parks, water resources, public works, finance, and strategic plans. No final decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• City Council Budget Workshop – review of the Proposed Budget for fiscal 2024/2025 (discussion only, no vote)

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold an executive‑session work meeting. Council members will discuss, in closed session, the purchase, exchange, lease, sale, or valuation of a property located in the Downtown Central Business District under Section 551.072. No votes or final decisions will be made at this work session; any actions must occur at an open regular or special meeting.

• Discuss purchase, exchange, lease, sale, or valuation of property in Downtown Central Business District

Amarillo City Council

The council will consider several ordinances, including rezoning a 12.48‑acre tract and vacating a public right‑of‑way. It will approve a $1,143,130.22 Refugee Health Screening Grant and purchases for asphalt‑emulsion tanks, police‑department furniture, and software. The meeting also includes public hearings on two new zoning ordinances and a resolution to adopt the city’s 2024/2025 budget and tax roll.

• Ordinance 8147: rezoning 12.48‑acre tract to General Retail District (Town Square Blvd. & Soncy Rd.)
• Ordinance 8148: vacating 0.388‑acre public right‑of‑way on N. Wilson Street
• Refugee Health Screening Grant – $1,143,130.22 from USCRI, no local match
• Purchase of three 10,000‑gallon asphalt emulsion storage tanks – $353,385.00
• Police Department 5th‑floor furniture award – $66,150.61 (ARPA funding)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a non‑formal meeting with the development community to present and discuss upcoming changes to the development review process and a potential new zoning district. No formal actions or minutes will be taken. The meeting is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Presentation on upcoming changes to the development review process
• Discussion of a potential new zoning district

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for 0.76 acres of land. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Rezoning Z-24-16: 0.76 acres from Agricultural District to Moderate Density District (Broadway Dr. & Hastings Ave.)

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will review the quarterly financial report and consider the proposed budget and reserves for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also discuss next steps following a staff retreat.

• Proposed Budget for FY 2024-2025
• Proposed Reserves for FY 2024-2025
• Quarterly Financial Report
• Review of Board and Staff Retreat Summary

Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers

The Amarillo Hospital District Board will set the mandatory payment assessment for institutional health providers for the 2025 fiscal year and discuss the 2024/2025 budget. The meeting also includes public hearings, presentations on investment performance, and resolutions for funding agreements with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and the City of Amarillo Department of Public Health.

• Public hearing on LPPF mandatory payment assessment
• Consideration of Amarillo Hospital District budget for 2024/2025
• Resolution for annual funding of the Indigent Care Agreement
• Resolution approving funding for City of Amarillo Department of Public Health
• Presentation on Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center pediatric services

Amarillo City Council

The City Council and senior staff will hold a work session to discuss the City of Amarillo’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2024‑2025. Topics may include public safety, infrastructure, development, community services, parks and recreation, water resources, public works, finance, council pillars, strategic plans, legislative agendas, and policies and procedures. No final decisions or votes will be taken during this work session.

• City Council Budget Workshop – discussion of the Proposed Budget for fiscal 2024/2025 (no vote)

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will meet for a work session featuring an executive session. The body will discuss the operations of the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation and a specific business project.

• Discussion of Amarillo Economic Development Corporation operations
• Discussion of Regional Accelerator & New Growth Engine Project (The RANGE)

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will consider a series of consent items, including approvals of meeting minutes, rezoning ordinances, and multiple contract awards. The most significant award is a three‑year advertising services contract for the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, totaling $1.08 million. Additional items include utility billing software services, police vehicle purchases, and various infrastructure easements and projects.

• Approve $1.08 million three‑year airport marketing contract (Nobox Creative)
• Award $679,100 utility billing and customer information system software services (BerryDunn)
• Purchase 29 police patrol vehicles for $1.44 million (Caldwell Country Ford)
• Approve rezoning ordinance No. 8145 for Lot 10, Block 9, Lawrence Park Addition
• Accept public utility easements totaling 0.81 acres near Interstate 40 and Helium Road

South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors

The South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and an updated investment policy. The board is also scheduled to consider the annual budget for fiscal year 2024-25.

• Consideration of the FY2024-25 Annual Budget
• Discussion of the updated TIRZ #3 Investment Policy
• Presentation of the Quarterly Financials Report
• Approval of March 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council announced a possible quorum walk-through meeting on August 22, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in Room 105 of City Hall. This gathering is not a regularly scheduled council meeting and no formal deliberations, actions, or minutes will be recorded. The notice complies with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Fund's monthly investment transactions, revenue, and expenditures. Members will discuss special studies from Rudd and Wisdom and quarterly investment performance from Wells Fargo Advisors. The board will also consider several payments to service providers and a death benefit disbursement.

• Consideration of special studies from Rudd and Wisdom
• Investment performance review by Wells Fargo Advisors
• Payment to CMMS CPAs & Advisors for December 31, 2023 audit
• Payment to Rudd and Wisdom for May and June 2024 services
• Termination of retirement benefit and lump sum death benefit disbursement for Johnny Doran

Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors will review the budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board will also consider a parking space license agreement with the National Nuclear Security Administration.

• Consideration of the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget
• License Agreement for parking spaces between the Corporation and the National Nuclear Security Administration
• Project updates for Hodgetown
• Project updates for Embassy Suites
• Project updates for Parking Garage

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will first consider approval of the minutes from its August 5, 2024 meeting. It will then conduct public hearings on a subdivision plat and three separate rezoning requests. A fourth public hearing will address a vacation of a small portion of North Wilson Street. All items are listed on the regular agenda for this meeting.

• Public hearing on Plat P-24-74 Geo W. Klock's Subdivision Unit No. 16 (vicinity W. Cliffside Dr. & Buck St.; applicant Orvel McGehee)
• Public hearing on Rezoning Z-24-13, 12.48‑acre tract from Agricultural to General Retail (vicinity Town Square Blvd. & Soncy Rd.; applicant Furman Land Surveyors, Inc. for Emeline Bush O’Brien / Marsh Trust)
• Public hearing on Rezoning Z-24-14, north 70 ft of Lots 1‑2 from Multiple‑Family District 1 to General Retail (vicinity Line Ave. & S. Lipscomb St.; applicant Margerita Mbambane)
• Public hearing on Right‑of‑Way Vacation V-24-06 North Wilson Street Segment (0.388 acre; vicinity NE 5th Ave. & N Williams St.; applicants Fabian Alvarez & Jose Silvestre)
• Consider approval of minutes from the August 5, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting (consent agenda)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will consider approval of the June 10 meeting minutes and hear a presentation on current departmental issues, including Friends of the Library, upcoming program series, and East Branch activities. The board will also open the floor for public comments and discuss items to place on future agendas.

• Approve minutes from the June 10, 2024 Library Advisory Board meeting
• Public address period (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Presentation on Friends of the Library and upcoming programs (SocialRX, Memory Café, traveling exhibition)
• Discussion of East Branch Library activities
• Identify topics for future agenda items

Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board of Directors

The Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board will meet to review and potentially approve the annual budget for fiscal year 2024-25. The board will also consider the minutes from the July 11, 2024, meeting.

• Consideration of the FY2024-25 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Annual Budget
• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a rezoning referral (Z-24-07) and consider adding a new residential zoning district. It will hold public hearings and decide on rezoning Z-24-09 to change an office district to a Neighborhood Service District, and rezoning Z-24-10 to change agricultural land to a General Retail District. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 15 meeting.

• Discussion of rezoning Z-24-07: 4.29‑acre tract from Residential District 1 to Moderate Density District (Furman Land Surveyors, Inc. for B&M Equities LLC)
• Public hearing on rezoning Z-24-09: Lot 10, Block 9, Lawrence Park Addition to become Neighborhood Service District (Jonathan Powers for BWB Real Estate Holdings, LLC)
• Public hearing on rezoning Z-24-10: 7.15‑acre and 3.94‑acre tracts to become General Retail District (Geospatial Data Inc. for Attebury Elevators, LLC)
• Consideration of adding an additional residential zoning district
• Approval of minutes from the July 15, 2024 meeting

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council work session will include a budget workshop. Council members and senior staff will discuss the City’s proposed budget for fiscal 2024‑2025. The discussion will cover topics such as public safety, infrastructure, development, community services, parks and recreation, water resources, public works, finance, and strategic plans, but no final decisions or votes will be taken.

• Budget workshop to review the Proposed Budget for fiscal 2024/2025

Construction Advisory and Appeals Board

The Construction Advisory and Appeals Board will meet to elect its leadership and review a specific fire marshal appeal. The board is considering a request to increase minimum hose length for a property located southeast of Soncy Rd. and Amarillo Blvd.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Appeal of Fire Marshal's decision for property 850’ SE of Soncy Rd. & Amarillo Blvd. to increase minimum hose length from 150’ to 200’

Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board of Directors

The Board will discuss an updated Investment Policy and the FY2024-25 Annual Budget. Members will also receive a quarterly financial report and an update on active projects within the zone.

• Updated Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Investment Policy
• FY2024-25 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Annual Budget
• Quarterly Financials Report
• Update on active Center City TIRZ projects

Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will meet to consider the FY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program resolution. The meeting also includes discussions on Category 7 & 9 guideline revisions and updates on current construction projects.

• Resolution to adopt the FY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program
• Category 7 & 9 Guideline revisions
• Update on Current Construction Projects
• Review of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request for property located at 2500 SW 1st Avenue. The applicant, Domingo Diaz III, is seeking to reduce the front yard setback for the Multiple Family District 1 property owned by Ise Bella Homes LLC.

• Variance V-24-09: Reduce front yard setback at 2500 SW 1st Avenue

Civil Service Commission

The Amarillo Civil Service Commission will review city personnel actions, including step increases, transfers, and disciplinary measures. The body will also hear appeals regarding the terminations of Matthew Borunda and Vincent Martinez. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving June minutes and receiving public comment.

• Appeal of Matthew Borunda’s termination
• Appeal of Vincent Martinez’s termination
• Review of new hires, step increases, transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions
• Approval of minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting
• Executive sessions on attorney consultation and employee discipline matters

Tutbury Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will consider the 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan. Discussion includes ongoing PID operations, maintenance, and a proposal to replace box woods in a front planter box with different shrubbery.

• 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan
• Replacement of box woods in front planter box with different shrubbery
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review departmental updates across various divisions including the Amarillo Zoo and Senior Services. Members will also discuss capital projects for the 2025 Fiscal Year and review the July 5th event.

• Capital Projects for the 2025 Fiscal Year
• 9th Street Trails Signage
• July 5th Event Review
• Departmental updates for administration, aquatics, zoo, athletics, and more

Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will meet to discuss the 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan. The meeting also includes consideration of an amendment to the PID Management Contract and ongoing operations.

• 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan
• Amendment to the PID Management Contract
• Ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will review submitted invoices for mural grant reimbursements, which fund local public art installations. Members will also discuss a donated wall that could host a new mural. The agenda includes routine updates on visual arts, an outdoor performance series, and a possible children's camp that affect city arts programming.

• Review of mural grant reimbursement invoices
• Discussion of a donated wall for a potential mural
• Marketing report for the outdoor performance series
• Updates on visual arts projects and a possible kids camp
• Approval of minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a water supply agreement with Tyson. This discussion includes an executive session regarding pending litigation or settlement and potential financial incentives.

• Water supply agreement with Tyson

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure updates, street department operations, and the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone Program. The agenda includes several consent items regarding land annexations, municipal code amendments, and various equipment contracts.

• Annexation of 100.45 acres near Interstate 40 and Loop 335/Helium Road
• IT network equipment lease at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport for $568,042.05
• Refurbishment of two HVAC chillers at the airport for $274,142.00
• Traffic engineering services contract with Kimley Horn not to exceed $250,000.00
• Purchase of police sights and holsters totaling $58,950.00

Community Development Advisory Committee

This is not a regularly scheduled meeting. The committee will not deliberate or take formal action on any items during this assembly.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several platting requests for Miller Heights Addition and Younger Farms. The agenda also includes public hearings for two rezoning requests involving residential and retail districts.

• Plat P-24-58: Miller Heights Addition Unit No. 4 near NW 11th Ave. & N. Monroe St.
• Plat P-24-54: Younger Farms Unit No. 1 near NE 8th Ave & FM1912
• Plat P-24-55: Younger Farms Unit No. 2 near NE 8th Ave & J Ave
• Rezoning Z-24-07: Residential District 1 to Moderate Density District near Scotty Dr. & Wrangler Trl.
• Rezoning Z-24-08: Office District 1 to General Retail District near Estancia Dr. & RM 1061

Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review the 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan. Discussion items also include the Scott Park sidewalk design, bidding process, and tree maintenance.

• 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan
• Kimley-Horn Scott Park Sidewalk Design and Bidding Process
• Scott Park Trees
• PID Advisory Board Members
• Ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will meet to review the fiscal year 2022.23 audit. The meeting also includes a recap of the 2024 Texas 66 Festival and discussion regarding an upcoming board retreat.

• Consideration of FY 2022.23 Audit
• Discussion of Board Retreat
• Presentation of 2024 Texas 66 Festival Recap

Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board

The Board will review several departmental updates including staffing, field services, and technology. The agenda also includes an update on a third-party comprehensive shelter evaluation.

• 3rd party comprehensive shelter evaluation update
• Department staffing update
• Field Services update
• Technology update
• Texas Tech SVM Partnership update

Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss and consider the 2024/25 budget and five-year service plan. The agenda also covers ongoing district operations and maintenance, along with approval of January meeting minutes. No final votes or specific dollar amounts are listed in this notice.

• Discuss and consider the 2024/25 budget and five-year service plan
• Review ongoing Public Improvement District operations and maintenance
• Approve minutes from January 5, 2024 meeting

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session to discuss several matters in executive session. Topics include proposed amendments to the municipal code, security training for officials, and various business prospect projects.

• Proposed ordinance regarding state-adopted abortion-related restrictions
• Security training for Mayor and Councilmembers
• Project # 23-10-01 (Aviation & Aerospace)
• Project # 23-12-05 (Distribution)
• Project # 24-04-01 (Food Processing)

Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will review the 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan. Discussion items also include landscape maintenance bidding, contract terms, and ongoing operations.

• 2024/25 Budget and Five-year Service Plan
• Landscape Maintenance Bidding and Contract Term
• PID Advisory Board Members
• Ongoing Maintenance and PID Operations

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will consider the Vision 2045 Comprehensive Plan and various infrastructure awards. Discussion items include energy code inspections, childcare tax credits, and updates on facility construction projects.

• Adoption of City Plan - Vision 2045 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance No. 8137)
• Purchase of a front end loader for Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport: $284,500.00
• Partial roof replacement for Building 602 at the airport: $295,323.00
• Purchase of a snow plow box blade for the airport: $135,627.50
• Purchase of chlorine and sulfur dioxide emergency shut off valve and alarm system: $157,578.00

Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board will meet on June 20, 2024, to discuss the 2024/25 budget and a five-year service plan. The agenda also lists a review of the Town Square Phase II improvements timeline and approval of minutes from the August 30, 2023 meeting. These items are scheduled for discussion and consideration rather than final action.

• Discussion of the 2024/25 budget and five-year service plan
• Review of the Town Square Phase II improvements timeline
• Approval of minutes from the August 30, 2023 meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a request to increase the lot coverage percentage at a property on SE 27th. The applicant is Bobby Hall, representing Twenty-Two Ten Ltd.

• Variance V-24-08: Increase in lot coverage percentage for SE 27th (Glenwood Addition, Block 0139, Lot 6 & S 34.88ft of Lot 5)

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The AEDC Board of Directors will meet to conduct business including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The board will enter executive sessions to deliberate on specific business prospect incentives and potential real property transactions.

• Project # 23-10-01 (Aviation & Aerospace) negotiation discussion
• Project # 23-12-05 (Distribution) negotiation discussion
• Project # 24-02-03 (Food Processing) negotiation discussion
• Project # 24-04-01 (Food Processing) negotiation discussion
• Purchase and sale of real property in the Northeast quadrant of Amarillo

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will review the 2024/25 Budget and Five-Year Service Plan. Discussion items also include a developer's request regarding property maintenance and an amendment to the PID Management Contract.

• 2024/25 Budget and Five-Year Service Plan
• Developer's Request to Accept and Maintain Property within the PID Boundary
• Amendment to the PID Management Contract
• Ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance

Board of Review for Landmarks, Historic Districts, and Downtown Design

The Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming term. Members will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new Santa Fe Federal Credit Union banking facility near S Johnson Street and SE 7th Avenue.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• COA-24-02: New construction for Santa Fe Federal Credit Union (S Johnson Street and SE 7th Avenue)
• Variance request: minimum sidewalk width of seven feet
• Variance request: exceeding the maximum building setback of five feet

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use changes and a plat addition. Items include rezoning residential tracts for multiple-family and moderate density uses, as well as a utility easement vacation.

• Plat P-24-56: Olsen Park Addition Unit 66 near Andrews Ave. & Sunlite St.
• Rezoning Z-24-06: 2.15 acres from Residential District 1 to Multiple-Family District 1 near Amarillo Blvd. & N. Avondale St.
• Rezoning Z-24-07: 4.29 acres from Residential District 1 to Moderate Density District near Scotty Dr. & Wrangler Trl.
• Vacation V-24-06: 20-foot wide public utility easement near SW 45th Ave. & Interstate 27

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review employee updates including new hires, transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions. The body will also consider the eligibility register for the Police Recruit written examination held on June 1, 2024.

• Review of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, demotions, and disciplinary actions
• Approval of the Police Recruit written examination eligibility register from June 1, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 8, 2024

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review fund investments, revenue, and expenditures from the previous month. Members will also consider actuarial valuations, various payments to service providers, and individual retirement benefit actions.

• Approval of investment transactions from the previous month
• Discussion of draft Actuarial Valuation and assumptions
• Repayment to the City for Pension Contributions True-Up
• Payments to Frost Bank, Jackson Walker, and Luther King Capital Management
• Retirement benefits for Billy Greeson and Michael Reese

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review departmental updates covering various city services including the Amarillo Zoo and golf operations. The agenda also includes updates regarding July 5th, budget status, and the No Mow program.

• Departmental updates for administration, aquatics, zoo, athletics, and more
• July 5th update
• Budget update
• No Mow update

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will receive updates on various projects including the Warford Mural and Coca-Cola partnership. The board will also consider action on mural grant reimbursements and discuss additional summer programming for the performing arts.

• Mural grant reimbursement considerations
• Warford Mural update
• Coca-Cola Partnership with Keep Texas Beautiful update
• Discussion of additional summer programming for the performing arts

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session to discuss several pending matters in executive session. Discussions include legal matters regarding school district leases, water agreements, and proposed ordinances.

• Parks Lease Agreement with Amarillo Independent School District
• Proposed ordinance outlawing abortion and declaring Amarillo a Sanctuary City for the Unborn
• Water supply agreement with Tyson
• Personnel discussion regarding Municipal Court Judge Laura Hamilton
• Financial incentive discussion for a project in the Northwest quadrant of Amarillo

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will discuss an ordinance to outlaw abortion and declare the city a Sanctuary City for the Unborn. Other agenda items include rezoning requests, infrastructure project updates, and several contract renewals.

• Ordinance to outlaw abortion and declare Amarillo a Sanctuary City for the Unborn
• Rezoning of Jackson St. & SW 11th Ave. from Multiple-Family District 2 to Central Business District
• New home construction contract at 906 SE 21st Ave for $80,000.00
• Insurance coverage renewal with USI Southwest, Inc. for $4,441,938.00
• Video management system renewal with Axon for $435,625.00

Point West Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Point West Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss its upcoming budget and five-year service plan, a landscaping scope of work with Ramirez Lawn & Sprinkler, and ongoing district operations at its June 10 meeting. All agenda items are listed for discussion rather than final approval.

• Review of the district budget and five-year service plan
• Discussion of landscaping scope of work with Ramirez Lawn & Sprinkler
• Update on ongoing Point West Public Improvement District operations

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will review departmental issues, programming, and events across all locations. The meeting includes presentations on the North Branch activities and a partnership with the Community Development department.

• Review of February 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Friends of the Library
• North Branch Activities presentation by Carmel Barnhill
• Presentation on APL's partnership with Community Development department
• Presentation on 'What Makes the Shelf' video series

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council may assemble for a Collaborative Crime Prevention Luncheon. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no formal action will be taken or minutes produced.

• Collaborative Crime Prevention Luncheon

Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities

The Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities will review the April meeting minutes and receive an update on the Governor's Committee for People With Disabilities. The committee will also discuss ACT updates, including a triennial review and a presentation on ACT Connect services.

• Update on the Governor's Committee for People With Disabilities quarterly meeting
• FTA Triennial Review update
• Presentation on ACT Connect Services

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will review several resolutions regarding potential public nuisances. These include calling future public hearings for various properties and conducting current hearings to consider ordering the removal of substandard structures or solid waste accumulation.

• Public hearing scheduled for August 1, 2024, regarding 5015 Brown Avenue, 209 N Florida Street, 700 S Forest Street, 2024 Hawk Lane, 401 S Rusk Street, and 3212 SW 3rd Avenue
• Public hearing scheduled for August 15, 2024, regarding 2606 NW 5th Avenue, 4610 Bowie Street, 2001 S Cleveland Street, 416 Maple Street, 4820 River Road, and 1708 N Washington Street
• Public hearing for removal of substandard structures at 4319 SE 15th Avenue and 6007 Ethan Lane
• Public hearing for removal of solid waste accumulation at 109 S Florida Street, 4617 S Hughes Street, 2306 Spruce Street, 2611 NW 14th Avenue, 4702 Eagle Lane, and 1919 S Harrison Street
• Public hearing for removal of structures or waste at 508 N Van Buren Street, 702 S Prospect, and 3221 S Western

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss the process for hiring a candidate to fill the vacant City Manager position. Discussion may include candidate meet and greets, citizen feedback, and next steps in the hiring process.

• City manager search

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a meet and greet with two selected candidates for the City Manager position. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no formal action or deliberation will take place.

• Meet and greet with two City Manager finalists

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session on May 28, 2024. The council may convene in an executive session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, sale, or value of property located in the Downtown Central Business District.

• Discussion of real property in the Downtown Central Business District

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss upcoming projects from the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation and an update on the Bulk Waste Pilot Program. The agenda includes several consent items regarding city minutes, zoning changes, and multiple public works and airport contracts.

• Rezoning of Lot 7, Block 14, Amended Quail Creek Addition for RV Storage and Light Commercial uses
• Change order to increase the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport contract by $1,500,000.00
• Award of a revenue contract for airport terminal advertising to The Quotient Group, LLC
• Purchase of a portable pump, hoses, and accessories for Playa 7 for $376,399.22
• Contract award for Thompson Park inclusive playground design for $118,750.00

Community Development Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct a work session to review and score Public Service applications received between April 1, 2024, and April 30, 2024. The committee will then discuss and consider these applications for the FY 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant allocation.

• Review of Public Service applications for FY 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant awards
• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2023, and February 15, 2024

Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers

The Board of Managers will review several annual financial reports and investment performances. Discussion items include amending the Indigent Care Agreement and updating the process for terminating the NWTH Pension Plan.

• Review of Pension Fund and AHD Corpus investment performance
• Acceptance of the Annual Financial Report for year ending September 30, 2023
• Acceptance of the NWTH Pension Plan Annual Financial Report
• Resolution to amend the Indigent Care Agreement with Universal Healthcare Systems
• Disclaimer of interest in real property located in the hospital district vicinity

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to consider several development projects and grant approvals. The agenda includes action on Brushwood Acres and the High Demand Job Training Grant. The board will also review the 4th Quarter 2023 investment report.

• Action on Project #23-06-03 (Brushwood Acres)
• Action on Project #24-03-02 (High Demand Job Training Grant)
• Approval of Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge recipients
• Review of 4th Quarter 2023 Quarterly Investment Report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several platting requests for subdivisions in Randall and Potter counties. The agenda also includes public hearings for land rezoning and a municipal code amendment regarding art galleries or museums.

• Plat P-24-45: Tierra Santa Unit No. 3 near Helium Rd. and Rockwell Rd.
• Plat P-24-49: 335 Business Park Unit No. 2 near Loop 335 and S. Osage St.
• Plat P-24-53: Geo. W. Klock’s Subdivision Unit No. 15 near Broadway Dr. & Cliffside Dr.
• Rezoning Z-23-11: Change from Light Commercial to Agricultural District at Iroquois Ave. & Wilson St.
• Rezoning Z-24-05: Change from Multiple-Family District 2 to Central Business District at Jackson St. & SW 11th Ave.

East Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 Board of Directors

The East Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 Board will discuss a grant request from Galaxy Catering, Inc. for a project near Sunrise Dr. and Interstate 40. The board will also consider an updated investment policy and the election of a Vice Chairman.

• Grant request by Galaxy Catering, Inc. near Sunrise Dr. and Interstate 40
• Updated Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 Investment Policy
• Election of a Vice Chairman
• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session regarding the city manager position. The council may convene in an executive session to discuss the search and candidate interviews.

• City manager search and candidate interviews

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review investment transactions, revenue, and expenditures from the previous month. The meeting includes discussions on actuarial reports, disability review schedules, and a retirement contribution refund application.

• Approval of April 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of investment performance by Wells Fargo Advisors
• Presentation of the 2024 Review of Experience and Assumptions report
• Consideration of a retirement contribution refund for Jason Segura
• Discussion regarding moving the June 19 board meeting date

Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Local Government Corporation will review updates on several development projects and consider a new parking lease. The agenda includes progress reports on Hodgetown, Embassy Suites, and the Parking Garage and Retail Space. The board will also discuss approving 90 parking spaces for AMA Condos 79101, LLC.

• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Project updates for Hodgetown and Embassy Suites
• Update on Llano Group contract regarding Parking Garage and Retail Space
• Consideration of parking lease with AMA Condos 79101, LLC for 90 spaces

Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board

The scheduled meeting for May 15, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No official business or reports were conducted.

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city manager search and candidate interviews. This item is scheduled for discussion during an executive session.

• City manager search and candidate interviews

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will review several ongoing community projects, including Earth Day and Arbor Day updates. The board will also discuss and consider action on submitted mural grant reimbursement invoices.

• Mural grant reimbursement invoices
• Yellow City Green Thumbs update
• Earth Day and Arbor Day updates
• Coca-Cola partnership with Keep Texas Beautiful
• Welding Art update

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss pending projects and real property. Discussions include a developer agreement for the South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 and various business prospects.

• South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3/Amarillo Economic Development Corporation developer agreement
• Property in the Downtown Central Business District
• Project # 23-03-03 (Manufacturing)
• Project # 24-03-02 (Workforce Training)
• Project near N. Western Street and Fairway Drive

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will review the final draft of the Vision 2045 City Plan, which updates the 2010 Amarillo Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for city services and public hearings regarding rezoning requests.

• Rezoning at Tuscany Pkwy. & Coulter St. for an apartment complex
• $384,352 contract for fire training tower and burn building repairs
• $314,601 contract for Redi-Mix Concrete for street repairs
• Public hearing for rezoning near Lowes Ln. and Amarillo Blvd. for RV storage
• Approval of a fishing pier project at Medical Center South Lake

Amarillo-Potter Events Venue District Board of Directors

The Board will review quarterly financials as of March 31, 2024. Members will also discuss events and payments related to the Amarillo National Center. An update on fiscal year 2023-2024 projects at the Fairgrounds and Civic Center is scheduled.

• Reallocation of funds from Tri State Fairgrounds lighting for Rex Baxter improvements
• Review of quarterly financials as of March 31, 2024
• Discussion of Amarillo National Center events and payments
• Update on FY 2023-2024 projects at the Fairgrounds and Civic Center

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the City of Amarillo Charter review process and Governance and Ends policy. Facilitated by Baker Tilly US, LLP, the session covers topics such as public safety, infrastructure, and finance. No final decisions or votes will occur during this work session.

• City Charter review process discussion
• Governance and Ends policy workshop

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Amarillo Zoning Board of Adjustment is scheduled to hold its regular meeting on May 9, 2024, to review administrative items and one zoning request. The board will approve minutes from the April 11 meeting, receive public comments, and consider a variance application to reduce the front yard setback requirement for a property at 31 Prestwick Ln. This agenda outlines planned discussions; no final decisions have been made yet.

• Approval of minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker
• Consider Variance V-24-06 at 31 Prestwick Ln. (Zoned PD-262A) to reduce front yard setback
• Property owners and applicants listed as Marvin W. and Rebecca J. Jones for La Paloma Estates #4, Lot 016, Block 0006

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting. The commission will also review various personnel matters including new hires, promotions, and disciplinary actions.

• Approval of April 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of new employees, transfers, and promotions
• Review of demotions, bypasses, and disciplinary actions

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review departmental updates for services including the Amarillo Zoo and golf operations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2024/25 budget and the Summer Parks Guide.

• Approval of Eastridge Master Plan
• Discussion of 2024/25 Budget
• Departmental updates for Amarillo Zoo, golf, and tennis operations
• Review of Summer Parks Guide

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a plat for Town Square Unit No. 15 and a rezoning request for RV storage and warehouses near Lowes Ln. and Amarillo Blvd. The commission will also discuss zoning and parking requirements for outdoor art installations, sculpture gardens, and plazas.

• Plat P-24-46 Town Square Unit No. 15 near Union Sq. & Town Square Blvd.
• Rezoning Z-23-21 from Planned Development District 339 to 339A for RV Storage and Light Commercial uses near Lowes Ln. & Amarillo Blvd.
• Discussion on zoning and parking requirements for outdoor art installations, sculpture gardens, and plazas

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Commission will review several resolutions regarding potential public nuisances and dangerous structures. This includes scheduling future public hearings for multiple properties and conducting hearings for existing cases.

• Public hearing scheduled for June 6, 2024, regarding 4319 SE 15th Avenue, 1011 SW 48th Avenue, 6007 Ethan Lane, 109 S Florida Street, 4617 S Hughes Street, and 2306 Spruce Street
• Public hearing scheduled for June 6, 2024, regarding 2611 NW 14th Avenue, 1919 S Harrison Street, 702 S Prospect Street, 508 N Van Buren Street, and 3221 S Western Street
• Public hearing scheduled for July 18, 2024, regarding 1311 Columbine Street, 803 S Florida Street, 516 W Hastings Avenue, 2924 N Hill Street, 721 N Roberts Street, and 2608 NW 5th Avenue
• Public hearing for structure removal at 0 NE 3rd Avenue
• Public hearing for structure removal at 804 N Arapahoe Street

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will participate in a joint work session with the Amarillo ISD Board of Trustees and Potter County Commissioners Court. The groups will discuss the effects of declining student enrollment in Amarillo ISD and potential future steps. No final decisions or votes will occur during this session.

• Joint work session regarding declining Amarillo ISD student enrollment

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will consider a financial report and hear a presentation from the Greater Amarillo Film Commission. The board will also discuss a potential board retreat.

• Approval of March 27, 2023 minutes
• Consideration of financial report
• Greater Amarillo Film Commission presentation
• Discussion regarding a board retreat

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several matters in executive session. Topics include Proposition 1 bond proceeds, real property in the Northeast quadrant, and multiple economic development or workforce training projects.

• Proposition 1 Bond Proceeds discussion
• Real property purchase, exchange, lease, or sale in the Northeast quadrant
• Project # 23-03-03 (Manufacturing)
• Project # 24-03-01 (Workforce Training)
• Project # 24-03-02 (Workforce Training)

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will discuss Center City updates, charter amendments, and economic development reports. The meeting includes several consent items regarding easements, ordinances, and developer agreements for the South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.

• South Gateway TIRZ #3: Reimbursement of up to $7,570,000 for Premiere Dr. and utility infrastructure
• South Gateway TIRZ #3: Reimbursement of up to $4,670,000 for Tavern Dr., Southgate Dr., and utilities
• South Gateway TIRZ #3: Reimbursement of up to $3,000,000 for Kids, Inc. Sports Complex parking lot
• Lease agreement for a Caterpillar Model 623 Wheel Scraper at $26,554.31 per month
• Contract for John Stiff North Soccer Field fencing totaling $219,514.00

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will discuss and take action on several economic development projects. The meeting includes an executive session to deliberate on business prospects, incentives, and real property in the northeast quadrant of Amarillo.

• Project # 23-06-03 (Manufacturing & Distribution)
• Project # 23-09-04 (Insurance & Related Activities/Manufacturing)
• Project # 23-11-06 (Infrastructure)
• Real property purchase or sale in Northeast Amarillo
• Project # 23-03-03 (Food Processing)

Library Advisory Board

The Amarillo Library Advisory Board meeting scheduled for April 22, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No agenda items were addressed or decided.

East Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 Board of Directors

The East Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 Board of Directors will discuss the Quarterly Financial Report. The board will also consider accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended September 30, 2023.

• Presentation and discussion on Quarterly Financial Report
• Consideration of TIRZ #2 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended September 30, 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2023

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will meet for a work session on April 18, 2024. During an executive session, council members will discuss personnel matters related to the city manager search under Section 551.074 of the Texas Open Meetings Act. No votes or final decisions will be made at this meeting, as those actions are restricted to open regular or special meetings.

• Executive session to discuss the city manager search under Section 551.074 of the Texas Open Meetings Act
• Work session held at City Hall, 601 S. Buchanan Street, 3rd Floor

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for April 18, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included several resolutions regarding public hearings for substandard structures and solid waste accumulation.

• Resolution: Public hearing set for June 6, 2024, regarding properties at 2611 NW 14th Avenue, 1919 S Harrison Street, 702 S Prospect Street, and 3221 S Western Street
• Resolution: Public hearing regarding substandard structures at 4319 SE 15th Avenue
• Resolution: Public hearing regarding substandard structures and solid waste accumulation at 1011 SW 48th Avenue
• Resolution: Public hearing regarding substandard structures at 6007 Ethan Lane
• Resolution: Public hearing regarding solid waste accumulation at 109 S Florida Street, 4617 S Hughes Street, and 2306 Spruce Street

Civil Service Commission

The commission will consider appeals regarding the Fire Lieutenant promotional examination questions. The meeting also includes a review of employee transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions.

• Fire Lieutenant promotional examination question appeals
• Approval of the Fire Lieutenant promotional examination eligibility register
• Review of new employees, transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions
• Approval of March 6, 2024, meeting minutes

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board will review recent investment transactions and a summary of revenues and expenditures. Members will also consider payments to legal, actuarial, and investment service providers. Additionally, the Board will discuss a disability review schedule and a retirement contribution refund application for Cody Duffendack.

• Approval of monthly investment transactions
• Review of revenue and expenditures summary
• Payments to legal, actuarial, and investment services
• Retirement contribution refund application for Cody Duffendack
• Discussion of disability review schedule

Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors

The Board will elect officers for one-year terms and review the annual financial report ending September 30, 2023. Staff will provide updates on Hodgetown, Embassy Suites, and the Parking Garage/Retail Space projects.

• Election of President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Acceptance of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for year ended Sept 30, 2023
• Project updates on Hodgetown and Embassy Suites
• Update on Llano Group contract regarding Parking Garage and Retail Space
• Approval of parking agreement with Panhandle Baseball Club, Inc.

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will review presentations regarding several airport activities and projects. These discussions include repairs to the terminal chimney, baggage carousels, and parking garage elevator.

• Terminal chimney repair
• Baggage carousel systems repairs/replacements
• Parking lots and loop road rehabilitations
• Parking garage elevator
• Emergency power

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land use proposals, including replats and a new subdivision. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding an update to the Amarillo Comprehensive Plan. A rezoning request for an apartment complex is also up for consideration.

• Rezoning at Tuscany Pkwy. & Coulter St. for an apartment complex
• Replat of South Side Estates Unit No. 44 near Interstate 27 & Camp Ln.
• Replat of The Trails at Tascosa Golf Club Unit No. 5 near Alamocito Ct. & Jesse Jenkins Pkwy.
• Subdivision of Big Star Unit No. 1 near FM 2590 & Lone Star Rd.
• Adoption of the Amarillo City Plan - Vision 2045 update

Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board of Directors

The Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board will review its annual financial report for the year ending September 30, 2023. The board will also discuss a hotel market study for the Herring Hotel property and receive updates on several local projects.

• Acceptance of TIRZ #1 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Discussion regarding Source Strategies hotel market study for the Herring Hotel property
• Wayfinding Banners update
• Center City Arches project update
• Progress Toward Goals report update

Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will review the March 21, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss oversight processes for Category 7 and 9 projects. The committee is also considering resolutions to adopt a revised FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program and the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan.

• Approval of the Priority List of Category 7 & 9 Projects
• Revision of the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Adoption of the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)
• Update on current construction projects

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request regarding property at 1705 SE 15th. The applicant, Gabe Irving of 15th Street Warehouse LLC, is seeking an increase in the lot coverage percentage for this heavy commercial zoned property.

• Variance V-24-04: Increase in lot coverage percentage at 1705 SE 15th

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive reports on several ongoing city projects and department status. These items include updates on pool facilities, trail progress, and equipment.

• Southwest Pool Update
• Medi Park Repairs
• Thompson Pool Demo
• 9th Street Trail Update
• Lighting and Camera Installation Updates

Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will discuss the 2024/2025 budget and five-year service plan. Other items for consideration include Scott Park improvements, developer reimbursements, and drainage channel clean-out.

• 2024/2025 Budget and Five-Year Service Plan
• Kimley-Horn Phase I, II & III Scott Park Improvements
• Reimbursement to Developer
• Drainage Channel Clean-out
• Ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Board will receive updates on various art and beautification projects. Members will also discuss a presentation regarding the CVB Artist Directory.

• Mural Grant Update
• Welding Art Update
• Yellow City Green Thumbs update
• March is for Murals update
• CVB Artist Directory presentation

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several matters in executive session. Discussions include an interlocal agreement regarding jail services, bond proceeds, and potential real property transactions.

• Interlocal Agreement between Amarillo, Randall County, and Randall County Sheriff's Office for jail services
• Proposition 1 Bond Proceeds
• Real property in the Downtown Central Business District
• Economic development project in the Northeast Quadrant of Amarillo
• Economic development project in the Central Business District

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss updates on meet and confer negotiations for police and fire associations. The agenda includes several contract awards for landscape maintenance, park master plans, and water infrastructure repairs.

• Update on police and fire association meet and confer negotiations
• Landscape maintenance contract award up to $4,966,424.46
• Eastridge Park Master Plan award of $104,000.00
• Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies grant renewal of $85,000.00
• Osage Water Treatment Plant chlorination improvements award of $675,770.00

Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities

The Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities will discuss upcoming transit project updates and the committee's purpose and objectives. The meeting also includes an introduction of a new board member and discussion regarding the Governors Committee on People with Disabilities.

• Update on AAA program
• Update on New Terminal
• Discussion of upcoming Governors Committee on People with Disabilities meeting

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will hold public hearings regarding the removal of substandard structures and solid waste accumulation. These resolutions cover multiple properties throughout Amarillo. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 21, 2024.

• Removal of structure and waste at 909 S Cleveland Street
• Removal of structures and waste at 702 N Jefferson Street
• Removal of structures and waste at 82 N Kentucky Street
• Removal of structure and waste at 2810 S Wilson Street
• Removal of structures and waste at 500 W Amarillo Boulevard

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board is meeting on April 3, 2024, at City Hall in Amarillo to review several district matters. Items on the agenda include discussing a proposed addition of a common area between Soncy Rd. and Wesley Rd., examining the preliminary budget and five-year service plan, addressing advisory board membership, and reviewing ongoing operations and maintenance. The agenda lists these items for discussion rather than final votes.

• Discuss adding a PID Common Area between Soncy Rd. and Wesley Rd. (continued)
• Review preliminary budget and five-year service plan
• Address PID Advisory Board membership
• Consider ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss the City Plan Vision 2045 public review comments. The meeting includes consideration of multiple subdivision additions and a public hearing regarding the vacation of public utility and drainage easements.

• Canyon Ridge Unit No. 9 near Lair Rd. & Garrison St.
• Homestead Unit No. 4 near SW 34th Ave. & Soncy Rd.
• Homestead Unit No. 5 near SW 34th Ave. & Soncy Rd.
• The Trails at Tascosa Golf Club Unit No. 5 near Alamocito Ct. & Jesse Jenkins Pkwy.
• Denver Heights Addition Unit No. 5 near S.E. 5th Ave. & Birmingham St.

South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors

The South Gateway TIRZ #3 Board will discuss and consider several developer agreements. These items involve reimbursements for public and private infrastructure projects within the zone boundary.

• Developer Agreement with Amarillo Economic Development Corporation for public infrastructure reimbursement
• Developer Agreement with Attebury Elevators, LLC and Rockrose Development, LLC for public infrastructure reimbursement
• Developer Agreement with Attebury Elevators, LLC and Rockrose Development, LLC for a private infrastructure project

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Convention and Visitors' Bureau Board of Directors will review articles of incorporation, board appointments, and 501 status. The meeting also includes a presentation on CVB communication activities.

• Articles of Incorporation and board appointments
• 501 status, filings, and bylaw amendment
• Addition of ex-officio position
• Definition of board seat categories
• CVB Communication Activities presentation

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo EDC Board of Directors will review the FY 2023 audit and a quarterly investment report. The board is also scheduled to take action on Manufacturing Project # 23-08-02. Additionally, several economic development negotiations will be discussed in executive session.

• Presentation of the FY 2023 Amarillo EDC audit
• Action on Manufacturing Project # 23-08-02
• Review of the Quarterly Investment Report
• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations for multiple projects

Amarillo City Council

This work session involves discussions on broad subjects including public safety, infrastructure, and finance. No final decisions or votes will occur during this meeting.

• Discussion of governance and policies
• Discussion of public safety and infrastructure
• Discussion of water resources and public works

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a work session including an executive session to discuss pending legal matters regarding jail services. The council also intends to discuss potential real property transactions and the performance matrix for the Interim City Manager.

• Interlocal Agreement between Amarillo, Randall County, and Randall County Sheriff's Office regarding jail services
• Purchase or sale of real property in the Southwest Quadrant of Amarillo
• Performance Matrix for Interim City Manager

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will consider various municipal actions including property rezoning, budget amendments, and several contract awards. Discussion items include updates on Proposition 1 bonds and community events.

• Rezoning of 11.19 acres at Hastings Ave. & Broadway Dr. to Moderate Density District
• Rezoning of 3.07 acres at Outlook Dr. and Coulter St. to Office District 2
• Ice rink floor replacement contract for $1,332,804.00
• 9th Street Trails parking lot construction contract for $310,545.00
• Abatement and demolition of properties at 804 N Jefferson St and 510 SW 2nd Ave for $95,925.00

Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee

The committee will review the draft 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program and a five-year summary of Unified Planning Work Program funding. Other discussion items include a resolution for FTA funds and the potential addition of an additional planner.

• Draft 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution to support City of Amarillo as recipient for FTA funds
• 5-year summary on Unified Planning Work Program funding
• Proposal to add an additional planner
• List of Cat 7 & 9 projects

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will review several resolutions regarding substandard structures and solid waste accumulation. One resolution sets a future public hearing for May 2, 2024, to determine if specific properties constitute a public nuisance.

• Public hearing scheduled for May 2, 2024, regarding 0 NE 3rd Avenue, 804 N Arapahoe Street, 806 N Arapahoe Street, 4437 Crockett Street, 2602 Olive Street, and 1315 Skyline Drive
• Public hearing for removal of substandard structures at 1200 N Monroe Street
• Public hearing for removal of solid waste accumulation at 4702 Eagle Lane
• Public hearing for removal of a substandard structure and solid waste at 102 S Georgia Street
• Public hearings for solid waste accumulation at 2100 S Roberts Street and 2101 S Roberts Street

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review investment transactions, revenue summaries, and policy updates. Members will also consider fund reallocations, disability policy updates, and specific retirement benefit actions.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes from February 21, 2024
• Update to Investment Policy from Wells Fargo Advisors
• Reallocation of funds to fixed income and private debt
• Proposal for an experience study by Rudd and Wisdom
• Termination of retirement benefit and disbursement of benefits for Alan Teague

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Amarillo Planning and Zoning Commission will review several items related to land development and utility easements. The meeting includes considerations for new city additions, replats, and the vacation of public utility easements. The commission will also hold public hearings on specific rezoning and replatting matters.

• Addition of The Vineyards Unit No. 11 near Hastings Ave. & Broadway Dr.
• Replat of Tascosa Estates Unit No. 16 at Ryan Palmer Ln. & Crenshaw St.
• Replat of The Trails at Tascosa Golf Club Unit No. 5 at Alamocito Ct. & Jesse Jenkins Pkwy.
• Vacation of a 10-foot utility easement at Wallace Blvd. & Killgore Dr.
• Vacation of a 20-foot utility easement at SW 5th Ave. & S. Parker St.

Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will discuss preliminary budget planning and ongoing district operations. Members will also consider a sidewalk replacement assessment option for Scott Park.

• Preliminary Budget Planning
• Kimley-Horn Assessment Option 1 Side-walk Replacement in Scott Park
• PID Operations and Maintenance

Center City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 Board of Directors

The Board will consider the cancellation of a $50,000 streetscape grant to The Pergola Shop. Members will also discuss extending a deadline for the Amarillo Tower Limited streetscape grant and review a proposal for a hotel market study.

• Cancellation of $50,000 streetscape grant to The Pergola Shop
• Extension of deadline for Amarillo Tower Limited's 700 S. Harrison Streetscape Grant
• Presentation of Hotel Market Study proposal for Herring Hotel property

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will discuss the restructuring of the Parks and Recreation newsletter and its impact on departmental updates. Members will also receive reports on several ongoing matters including Southwest Pool and Warford Emergency Shelter.

• Southwest Pool project report
• 5th of July Event at JSM
• Warford Emergency Shelter report
• MGO Software Updates/Metrics
• Restructured Parks and Recreation Newsletter discussion

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The board will consider approving the minutes from the February 13, 2024 meeting. Members will also receive reports on several projects including mural grants, welding art, and upcoming Earth Day and Arbor Day events.

• Mural Grant Update
• Welding Art Update
• Yellow City Green Thumbs report
• March is for Murals discussion
• Earth Day & Arbor Day event updates

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council will hold a work session to discuss specific matters in executive session. Discussions include potential real property transactions in the Northwest Quadrant and the employment of Assistant City Manager Floyd Hartman.

• Discussion of real property purchase, sale, lease, or exchange in the Northwest Quadrant
• Discussion regarding Assistant City Manager Floyd Hartman

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss Southwest Pool recommendations and the Convention and Visitors Bureau structure. The agenda includes several consent items for municipal service contracts, equipment purchases, and property sales.

• Ordinance No. 8119 regarding pedestrian safety at intersections
• Creative crosswalk installation in North Heights and Downtown up to $90,000
• Motor fuel topping off annual contract for $925,745.32
• Fire Department Engine 6 motor replacement for $60,848.98
• Sale of City property at Loop 335 and SH 136 to TxDOT for $13,235.00

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Public Review Draft for City Plan - Vision 2045. This document serves as an update to the 2010 Amarillo Comprehensive Plan.

• Presentation and discussion of the Public Review Draft for City Plan - Vision 2045

Point West Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Board will discuss and consider estimates for replacing planting beds and for landscape maintenance. The meeting also includes discussion regarding ongoing PID operations and maintenance.

• Estimates for the replacement of planting beds
• Landscape maintenance estimates
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance
• Approval of June 30, 2023 minutes

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will consider several resolutions to schedule future public hearings regarding property conditions. The commission will also conduct public hearings to consider ordering the removal of solid waste and substandard structures at specific locations.

• Public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2024, regarding 909 S Cleveland Street, 702 N Jefferson Street, 82 N Kentucky Street, and 2810 S Wilson Street
• Public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2024, regarding 500 W Amarillo Boulevard, 4425 Buck Street, 1902 Crockett Street, 3602 S Hayden Street, and 603 N Jefferson Street
• Public hearing scheduled for April 18, 2024, regarding 4319 SE 15th Avenue, 1011 SW 48th Avenue, 6007 Ethan Lane, 109 S Florida Street, 4617 S Hughes Street, and 2306 Spruce Street
• Public hearing for removal of solid waste at 3802 SE 11th Avenue
• Public hearing for removal of substandard structures at 1602 NW 14th Avenue, 2611 NW 14th Avenue, and 323 N Lamar Street

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review employee updates including promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions. It will also consider appeals and eligibility registers for Police Corporal and Police Recruit examinations.

• Review of new employees, step increases, transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions
• Police Corporal examination questions appeal and register revision
• Approval of the Police Corporal promotional examination eligibility register from February 8, 2024
• Approval of the Police Recruit written examination eligibility register from February 24, 2024

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will discuss the addition of a PID Common Area located between Soncy Rd. and Wesley Rd. Members will also review current financial statements and ongoing operations and maintenance.

• Addition of a PID Common Area between Soncy Rd. and Wesley Rd.
• Review of current financial statements
• Discussion of ongoing PID operations and maintenance
• Approval of January 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board

The Board will discuss various departmental updates and current projects. Discussion topics include department staffing, field services, community outreach, and a partnership with Texas Tech SVM.

• AMW Activity Report
• Department Staffing
• Field Services Update
• Positive Outcomes Departmental Update
• Texas Tech SVM Partnership Update

Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Greenways PID Advisory Board will discuss an assessment of Greenways Scott Park by Kimley-Horn. This item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Kimley-Horn's Assessment of Greenways Scott Park
• Introduction of Kimley-Horn staff, City staff, and Board members

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review multiple land use items including subdivisions, rezoning requests, and a public alley vacation. These items involve various tracts of land located in Potter and Randall counties.

• Subdivision replat for Tascocita Unit No. 6 near Loop 335 & Tascosa Rd.
• Public hearing for Hollywood Park Unit No. 3 replat near Carmel Ave. & Lamount Dr.
• Subdivision additions for Homestead Unit No. 2 and Unit No. 6 near SW 34th Ave. & Soncy Rd.
• Rezoning of 11.19 acres from Agricultural to Moderate Density District near Hastings Ave. & Broadway Dr.
• Rezoning of 3.07 acres from Agricultural/General Retail to Office District 2 near Outlook Dr. and Coulter St.

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors will meet to provide updates on the CVB Foundation status and an upcoming Council presentation. The meeting also includes a Sales and Servicing Report presentation.

• Update on CVB Foundation status
• Update on Council presentation date and discussion points
• Sales and Servicing Report presentation
• Approval of January 24, 2024 minutes

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential real estate transactions and business prospect incentives. These discussions may occur in an executive session.

• Real property located in Roberts County
• Property in the Downtown Central Business District
• Project # 23-11-06 (Infrastructure)
• Project # 24-02-01 (Distribution)

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will discuss organizational changes proposed by the Interim City Manager and a bulk waste collection pilot program. The meeting includes several second and final readings of ordinances regarding budget amendments, extraterritorial jurisdiction reduction, and a speed cushion installation program.

• Ordinance 8117: Reducing city extraterritorial jurisdiction from 5 miles to 1 mile
• Ordinance 8118: Creating a neighborhood speed cushion installation program
• Resolution for $129,596.00 Homeland Security Grant for Amarillo Regional Crime Center
• Resolution for $125,031.00 body-worn camera grant program
• Contract for $315,000.00 for Fire Station 14 architectural and engineering services

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation will review minutes from recent meetings and receive staff financial and operational updates. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss negotiations regarding various business prospects.

• Approval of January 29, 2024, and January 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Deliberation on Project # 23-03-03 (Food Processing)
• Deliberation on Project # 23-06-03 (Manufacturing & Distribution)
• Deliberation on Project # 23-08-02 (Manufacturing & Distribution)
• Deliberation on Project # 24-02-01 (Distribution)

Amarillo City Council

This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the Amarillo City Council. The council will tour the range and participate in live fire and force on force training demonstrations.

• Tour of the shooting range
• Live fire demonstration/participation
• Sim house tour and force on force training

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several administrative and financial items including the appointment of a civilian member and investment performance reviews. The meeting includes discussions on disability policy, retirement benefits, and an experience study proposal.

• Appointment of a civilian trustee to an expiring term
• Review of Fund investment performance by Wells Fargo Advisors
• Presentation on private debt management by Blue Owl
• Proposal for an experience study by Rudd and Wisdom
• Consideration of the updated Disability Policy

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for three subdivision projects. The commission is also reviewing requests for land additions in the Hollywood Addition and Canode-Com Park areas.

• Public hearing for McCormick Estates Unit No. 16 at MacArthur Trl. & Four Sixes Trl.
• Public hearing for Hollywood Park Unit No. 3 at Carmel Ave. & Lamount Dr.
• Public hearing for Homestead Unit No. 3 at SW 34th Ave. & Soncy Rd.
• Consideration of Canode-Com Park Unit No. 51 near Interstate 40 and Soncy Rd.
• Consent agenda item for Hollywood Addition Unit No. 20 near Bell St. & Hollywood Rd.

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council is holding a work session to discuss personnel matters. The council may convene in an executive session regarding the employment or duties of Andrew Freeman, Interim City Manager.

• Executive session discussion regarding Andrew Freeman, Interim City Manager

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will conduct a work session including an overview of community development and legal training. The regular meeting portion includes discussion regarding committee chair holders.

• Community Development and CDAC Overview
• Legal Training
• Discussion of committee chair holders

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the potential removal of substandard structures and solid waste at several locations. The Commission is also considering a resolution to set a future hearing date for properties on W Amarillo Boulevard, Buck Street, Crockett Street, S Hayden Street, and N Jefferson Street.

• Public hearing for structure removal at 3805 SE 16th Avenue A & B
• Public hearing for structure and waste removal at 909 S Cleveland Street
• Public hearing for structure and waste removal at 702 N Jefferson Street
• Public hearing for structure and waste removal at 82 N Kentucky Street
• Public hearing for structure and waste removal at 2810 S Wilson Street

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review personnel changes, including new hires and disciplinary actions. The commission will also consider appeals for Fire Captain exam questions and approve eligibility registers for Fire Captain and Fire Driver promotions.

• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of employee transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions
• Fire Captain examination question appeals
• Approval of Fire Captain eligibility register from January 18, 2024 exam
• Approval of Fire Driver eligibility register from January 11, 2024 exam

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will consider potential operational changes for Southwest Pool as discussed in the FY2023/24 budget. Members will also participate in a tour of various city park facilities and programs.

• Consideration of Southwest Pool operations
• Tour of 12 park facilities including Martin Road Park and Rick Klein Sports Complex

Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers

The Board will review quarterly investment performance for the District's Pension Fund and Corpus. Members will also receive an update on terminating the Northwest Texas Healthcare System retirement plan to transfer risk to an insurance company.

• Appointment of one member to the Tax Increment Reinvestment #1 Board
• Appointment of three members to the Tax Increment Reinvestment #2 Board
• Update on terminating the Northwest Texas Healthcare System Retirement Plan
• Discussion of Pension Plan amendment for pension risk transfer services
• Presentation of quarterly financial statements and investment reports

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will review updates on welding art, rainwater harvesting, and the CVB directory. The board will also consider applications for the 2023-2024 Mural Grant. Additionally, members will discuss appointments to the Art Installation and MPO sub-committees.

• Review of 2023-2024 Mural Grant applications
• Updates on welding art, rainwater harvesting, and CVB directory
• Appointments to the Art Installation Sub-Committee
• Appointment of a member to the MPO sub-committee

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss pending legal matters regarding transit and roadway safety. The council will also review real property in the Downtown Central Business District and several economic development projects.

• Litigation discussion: Amarillo City Transit Bus Stops
• Litigation discussion: Roadway Safety Task Force & Possible Ordinance
• Real property discussion: Downtown Central Business District
• Economic development project: S. Western Street and Plains Boulevard
• Economic development projects: # 23-06-03, # 23-08-02, # 23-09-04, and # 23-11-06

Amarillo City Council

The council will discuss the 2024/2025 fiscal year budget policy and fleet services updates. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and various contracts for police equipment, infrastructure, and maintenance.

• Rezoning Hastings Ave. & Broadway Dr. for single-family detached homes
• $328,440 contract for police department mobile devices from T-Mobile
• $85,754.70 purchase of patrol rifles and accessories for the Police Department
• $18,792,305.04 total revised award for water reclamation facility improvements
• $532,276 contract for a new hockey dasher system at the Coliseum

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The Director of Library Services will present updates on departmental activities, including programming and the Girls Who Game initiative. The board will also consider approving minutes from the October 9, 2023, meeting.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of October 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Update on Girls Who Game program
• Northwest Branch activities report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review plat applications for the Steelwood Ranch and Greenways at Hillside subdivisions. A public hearing is also scheduled to consider the vacation of a public utility easement and a temporary construction easement near Interstate 27.

• Steelwood Ranch Unit No. 1 Plat (Helium Rd. & Rockwell Rd.)
• The Greenways at Hillside Unit No. 44 Plat (Hillside Rd. & S Soncy Rd.)
• Vacation of a 0.16 acre public utility easement and 0.34 acre temporary construction easement near Interstate 27 and Hollywood Rd.

Pinnacle Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will meet to consider the approval of a vendor for landscape maintenance under Best Value Bid No 7794. Members will also discuss ongoing district operations and maintenance.

• Approval of vendor for Best Value Bid No 7794 Landscape Maintenance
• Discussion of ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss ongoing operations and maintenance. The meeting also includes consideration of a vendor for Best Value Bid No 7790 regarding landscape maintenance.

• Approval of minutes from the June 26, 2023 meeting
• Consideration of vendor for Best Value Bid No 7790 (Landscape Maintenance)
• Discussion of ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will consider resolutions regarding substandard structures and solid waste at several locations. The commission is also setting a date for a March 21, 2024, hearing to determine if specific properties constitute public nuisances.

• Public hearing set for March 21, 2024, regarding properties on N Monroe Street, Eagle Lane, S Georgia Street, Hawk Lane, and S Roberts Street
• Hearing on removal of structures and waste at 3500 Eula Drive
• Hearing on structure removal at 514 N Pierce Street
• Hearing on structure removal at 516 N Pierce Street
• Hearing on waste removal at 3111 SW 7th Avenue

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider revisions to the Amarillo Economic Development Comprehensive Guidelines. The meeting includes discussions regarding President & CEO evaluation, compensation, and the election of officers.

• Deliberation on Project # 23-03-01 (Distribution)
• Deliberation on Project # 23-06-03 (Manufacturing & Distribution)
• Deliberation on Project # 23-09-04 (Insurance & Related Activities)
• Deliberation on Project # 23-11-06 (Infrastructure)
• Revision of Amarillo Economic Development Comprehensive Guidelines

Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors will discuss the establishment of the ACVB Foundation, including its name, board setup, purpose, and projects. The meeting also includes a discussion on requirements for Arts Marketing Grants.

• Formation of the ACVB Foundation
• Arts Marketing Grants Requirements
• Staffing changes update
• Financial report

Amarillo City Council

The Amarillo City Council and AEDC Board of Directors will hold a joint workshop to discuss and develop economic development policies. Topics for discussion include incentives, infrastructure, and land acquisition. No final decisions or votes will occur during this session.

• Discussion of economic development policies including incentives, bylaws, and infrastructure

Amarillo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Amarillo City Council and AEDC Board of Directors are meeting for a joint workshop to discuss economic development direction. Discussion topics include incentives, bylaws, infrastructure, and land acquisition. No final decisions or votes will occur during this session.

• Joint workshop on economic development policies
• Discussion of AEDC bylaws and articles of incorporation
• Discussion of development, infrastructure, and land acquisition

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss pending legal matters regarding the petition process. The council also intends to discuss the performance matrix for the Interim City Manager.

• Consultation with attorney regarding the Statement of Initiating Committee (Petition Process)
• Discussion of Performance Matrix for Interim City Manager

Amarillo City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding rezoning, speed limit changes, and the sunsetting of advisory boards. The agenda also includes various contract awards for city maintenance, transit terminal upgrades, and property purchases.

• Rezoning for a credit union near SW 22nd Ave. & Monroe St.
• Rezoning an 11.08-acre tract near SE 27th Ave. and Osage St.
• Reducing speed limits on Helium Road and Hollywood Road from 55 mph to 35 mph
• Barrio Neighborhood 10th Avenue Improvements: $6,367,954 AFA amendment ($1,778,163 city obligation)
• Purchase of building and .96 acres at 202 S. Louisiana for $250,000

Amarillo City Council

This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the Amarillo City Council. The notice concerns a possible quorum at a fundraiser event for Caroline Fairly, where no formal action will be taken or minutes produced.

• Fundraiser event for Caroline Fairly

Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee

The committee will consider several resolutions regarding performance targets for safety and transit assets. The meeting also includes updates on construction projects and an evaluation of the MPO Director.

• Resolution to adopt FY2024 Safety Performance Targets
• Resolution to adopt FY2024 Transit Asset Management Performance Targets
• Resolution to adopt a revision to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution to adopt FY2023 Annual Performance Expenditure Report
• MPO Director's Performance Evaluation

Condemnation Appeals Commission

The Condemnation Appeals Commission will elect leadership and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also conduct several public hearings regarding substandard structures and solid waste accumulation at various locations.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Public hearing for 3805 SE 16th Avenue A & B, 909 S Cleveland Street, 702 N Jefferson Street, 82 N Kentucky Street Rear, and 2810 S Wilson Street on February 15, 2024
• Public hearing for 3802 SE 11th Avenue, 1602 NW 14th Avenue, 2611 NW 14th Avenue, 3808 SE 15th Avenue, 1115 NW 16th Avenue, and 323 N Lamar Street on March 7, 2024
• Public hearing for removal of structures/waste at 3213 SW 4th Avenue
• Public hearing for removal of structures/waste at 1219 N Fairfield Street, 1609 S Madison Street, 311 S Maryland Street, 617 N Taylor Street, and 411 S Tennessee Street

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold elections for its chairperson and vice chairperson. Members will also review personnel actions, including new employees, promotions, and disciplinary actions. Additionally, the board will consider the eligibility register for the December 9, 2023, police recruit written examination.

• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
• Approval of December 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of employee transfers, promotions, and disciplinary actions
• Approval of the Police Recruit written examination eligibility register

Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Fund's previous month's investment transactions and revenue/expenditure summary. The meeting includes discussions on a plan document restatement, a disability policy update, and an actuarial study.

• Approval of December 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Fund investment transactions
• Presentation of cash flow analysis by Sage Advisory
• Presentation on private debt management by CION Ares
• Payment to Frost Bank (custodial agent)

Amarillo Local Government Corporation Board of Directors

The Board will elect a President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer for one-year terms. Staff will provide updates on Hodgetown, Embassy Suites, and the Parking Garage and Retail Space.

• Election of Board Officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer)
• Hodgetown construction project update
• Embassy Suites project update
• Parking Garage and Retail Space project update
• Negotiations for retail or parking space at the City-owned Parking Garage

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three separate rezoning applications. These items involve changing land use designations for tracts in Potter County and Randall County.

• Rezoning of 5.26 acres near Hastings Ave. & Broadway Dr. to Planned Development District
• Rezoning of 26.23 acres near Arden Rd. & Saxon Way from Residential District 2 to Residential District 3
• Rezoning of 1.93 acres near Union Sq. & Town Square Blvd. from Residential District 3 to Moderate Density District

Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Vineyards Public Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss ongoing operations and maintenance. The board is also scheduled to consider landscape maintenance specifications and contracts.

• Approval of June 26, 2023 minutes
• PID Advisory Board Member Terms
• Ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance
• Landscape Maintenance Specifications and Contract

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests. One request involves reducing rear yard setback and lot coverage at 1300 Montcrest Way, while the other concerns monument sign setbacks at 1000 S. Coulter Street.

• Variance V-24-01: reduction of rear yard setback and lot coverage at 1300 Montcrest Way
• Variance V-24-02: reduction of minimum required setbacks for monument signs at 1000 S. Coulter Street

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will consider electing a Chairman and Vice Chairman for one-year terms. Members will also consider appointments to the Strategic Planning and Outreach sub-committees. Additionally, the board will discuss a lease agreement with the Texas Panhandle Youth Sports Foundation.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Appointment of members to the Strategic Planning Sub-Committee
• Appointment of members to the Outreach Sub-Committee
• Lease Agreement with Texas Panhandle Youth Sports Foundation
• Discussion regarding Park Board meeting schedules

Animal Management & Welfare Advisory Board

The Board will discuss the election of a new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2024 calendar year. Members will also receive reports on city ordinances, shelter evaluations, staffing, and various departmental updates.

• Election of 2024 Board Chair and Vice Chair
• 2024 staff review of city ordinances
• 3rd party comprehensive shelter evaluation
• Texas Tech SVM Partnership update

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will discuss several airport maintenance and infrastructure projects. Presentations include terminal chimney repairs, baggage carousel systems, and parking lot rehabilitations.

• Terminal Chimney Repair
• Baggage Carousel Systems Repairs/Replacements
• Parking Lots & Loop Road Rehabilitations
• Parking Garage Elevator
• New Passenger Facility Charge Application

Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board

The Beautification and Public Arts Advisory Board will elect a new Chairman and Vice Chairman from existing members. The board will also consider appointments to the Mural Art and MPO sub-committees. Additionally, members will receive updates on mural grants, welding art, and the Gateway project.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Appointment of members to Mural Art and MPO sub-committees
• Updates on mural grant applications and welding art
• Discussion of the Board Master Plan and Goals

Amarillo City Council

The council will review presentations from City Manager recruitment finalists and discuss budget amendments. The agenda includes several proposed ordinances for land rezonings and annexations. Additionally, multiple contract awards for infrastructure repairs and city services are up for approval.

• Annexation of a 1,086.85-acre tract near U.S. Highway 60 and N. Parsley Rd.
• $1,746,795 contract with Tickets.com for the Amarillo Civic Center Complex Box Office
• $1,101,024.00 purchase to rebuild filters at Hollywood Road Wastewater Treatment Plant
• $1,095,148.25 award for a microwave radio communication network for the water system
• Rezoning 5.89 acres from Agricultural District to Office District near John David Cir.

Heritage Hills Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review meeting minutes from August 2023 and November 2023. The board is also scheduled to discuss a vendor for long-term landscape maintenance and ongoing district operations.

• Approval of vendor for Bid No 7777 Heritage Hills Long-Term Landscape Maintenance
• Ongoing PID operations and maintenance

Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board

The Board will discuss potential vendors for planting bed replacements and tree care maintenance. Members will also discuss board terms, water usage, and ongoing district operations.

• Best Value Bid No 7733 Planting Bed Replacements
• Best Value Bid No 7734 Tree Care Maintenance
• Board Member Terms
• Utility Water Usage
• Ongoing PID Operations and Maintenance

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings for Bishop Estates Unit No. 12 and Western Plateau Addition Unit No. 21. It will also review land additions for Town Square Unit No. 14 and Westover Park Unit No. 30. Additionally, the commission will appoint a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Public hearing: Bishop Estates Unit No. 12 replat at Mile View Dr. & W. Mile View Dr.
• Public hearing: Western Plateau Addition Unit No. 21 addition at SW 47th Ave. & Western St.
• Variance and alley waiver request for Big Star Preliminary Plan at FM 2590 & Lone Star Rd.
• Land addition for Town Square Unit No. 14 near Sheridan St. & Town Square Blvd.
• Replat of Westover Park Unit No. 30 at Interstate 27 & Hollywood Rd.