Lubbock, TX

Regular City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including budget amendments, contracts, and zone changes. They will also hold executive sessions on legal, real estate, and personnel matters, and hear a presentation on Flock cameras. The meeting includes public comments and ceremonial items.

• Budget amendments for Valencia PID playground mulch, landfill compactor chassis, Mac Davis statue, and Highland Oaks water project
• Contracts for airport terminal advertising, taxiway work, security services, and water valve replacement
• Zone changes at 7515 34th St, 3418 La Salle Ave, and 7509/7513 19th St
• Downtown grant program expenditures for multiple businesses
• Interlocal agreement with Lubbock County for Crimes Against Children Unit

Special City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will reconvene after an executive session on personnel matters to decide two labor agreements and adopt the FY 2026-27 operating budget and capital program. Public hearings will also be held on the proposed budget and a 9.83% property-tax-rate increase.

• Ratify one-year meet-and-confer agreement with Lubbock Professional Police Association
• Ratify six-year meet-and-confer agreement with Lubbock Professional Firefighters Association
• Adopt FY 2026-27 operating budget and capital program
• Public hearing on proposed $0.513421 per $100 valuation tax rate (9.83% increase)
• Amend Community Recreation, Codes Enforcement, Water, Solid Waste Landfill, and Solid Waste Collection fees

Called Special Meeting of the City Council - LEDA

This is a special meeting where the City Council may attend and participate in discussion during the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) Board of Directors meeting. The only listed action is participation in the LEDA board meeting, whose agenda is attached. No other business is listed.

• Attendance and participation in LEDA Board of Directors meeting
• LEDA agenda attached to the meeting materials

Regular City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program, covering all city funds, and provide direction to the City Manager. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with numerous routine items such as budget amendments, contracts, and resolutions, plus public hearings on zoning requests. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget discussion being the most significant item.

• Discussion of FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program
• Budget Ordinance amendments for Measles Communities Grant Fund and Airport Fund (FAA grant)
• Resolution for Quaker Avenue Development Agreement (Contract No. 17488) in executive session
• Public hearings for zone cases: Permanent Batch Plant at 1501 Marshall Street, zone change at 7515 34th Street, and zone change at 6714 104th Street
• Contracts for street reconstruction (114th Street, 146th Street) and airport taxiway rehab

Called Special Meeting of the City Council - Groundbreaking

The Lubbock City Council will attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the Broadway Project, part of the 2024 Street Bond. No formal action will be taken; council members may provide remarks during the event.

Special City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will meet in a special session to certify the results of the August 1, 2026 special runoff election and recognize outgoing Councilman Brayden Rose. The council will also administer the oath of office to newly elected Councilman Tim Green.

• Certify results of the August 1, 2026 special runoff election
• Recognize outgoing Councilman Brayden Rose
• Administer oath of office to newly elected Councilman Tim Green

Regular City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program, covering all city funds, and provide direction to the City Manager. The regular meeting includes consent agenda items, public hearings on PID assessments, and several zone changes. The agenda is largely routine, with budget discussion being the most significant item.

• Presentation and discussion of Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program
• Public hearings on 2026 assessment rates for Willow Bend Villas, North Overton, Bell Farms, Upland Crossing, Upland Crossing 2, Upland Crossing 3, and Cypress Ranch PIDs
• Zone change at 1701 Broadway to Neighborhood Commercial (Ordinance 2026-O0090)
• Zone change at 7801 34th Street and nearby properties to Neighborhood Commercial and Auto-Urban Commercial (Ordinance 2026-O0092)
• FAA grant agreement for taxiway reconstruction at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport

CANCELLED - Special City Council Meeting - Work Session 4

The City Council will hold a work session to hear presentations and discuss the Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program. Members will provide direction to the City Manager regarding changes to city funds and the Capital Improvement Program.

• Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program discussion
• Review of General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Enterprise Funds
• Discussion of Special Revenue Funds and Component Units
• Review of Debt and Debt Obligations
• Capital Improvement Program discussion

Special City Council Meeting - Work Session 3

The City Council is holding a work session to hear presentations and discuss the Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program. The body will review various city funds and provide direction to the City Manager for potential budget changes.

• Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program
• Review of General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Enterprise Funds
• Review of Special Revenue Funds and Component Units
• Discussion of Debt and Debt Obligations
• Review of Capital Improvement Program

CANCELLED - Special City Council Meeting - Work Session 2

The City Council will hold a work session to hear presentations and discuss the Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program. The body will review various city funds and provide direction to the City Manager regarding budget changes.

• Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program
• Review of General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Enterprise Funds
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Program

Special City Council Meeting - Work Session 1

The City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program. Members will discuss various city funds and provide direction to the City Manager regarding budget changes.

• Proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program
• Review of General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Enterprise Funds
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Program and Debt Obligations

The Lubbock City Council held a work session to hear presentations on the proposed FY 2026-27 Operating Budget and Capital Program, covering all city funds, including General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Lubbock Power & Light. City Manager Jarrett Atkinson and other staff presented details and answered questions, but no formal votes or decisions were made. The meeting was procedural, with council providing no final direction or changes to the budget.

• Heard FY 2026-27 budget presentation for all city funds (no vote)
• Heard LP&L budget presentation including rate model (no vote)
• Heard presentations on Enterprise Funds: Solid Waste, Stormwater, Airport, Citibus (no vote)
• Heard LEDA, Market Lubbock, Visit Lubbock, Sports Authority budget presentation (no vote)
• Heard Civic Lubbock, Inc. budget presentation (no vote)
• Heard Internal Service and Special Revenue Funds presentations (no vote)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will first hold executive sessions to discuss pending litigation and real property matters related to several street projects and LP&L property. In open session, they will consider a consent agenda of routine items including budget amendments, easement abandonments, and contracts. Notable decisions include authorizing the purchase of eight hybrid-electric buses for Citibus and acquiring land parcels for the 2024 Street Bond Project.

• Purchase of eight hybrid-electric buses (six 40-foot, two 35-foot) for Citibus under Federal Transit Administration Grant 5339 (Item 5.17)
• Land acquisitions from Klein Commercial Properties for the 2024 Street Bond Project: Parcel 22 (0.204 acres) and Parcel 23 (0.139 acres) on Upland Avenue (Items 5.8, 5.9)
• Contract with West Texas Services, Inc. dba Tom's Tree Place for Bell Farms Public Improvement District retaining wall repair at Playa Lake Park (Item 5.2.2)
• Amendment to professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for final design and construction phase services for the 66th Street Drainage Channel Project (Item 5.10)
• Contract with Lone Star Dirt & Paving Ltd. for asphalt road rebuilds at various locations (Item 5.11)

The Lubbock City Council approved a zone change for 52.4 acres north of Keuka Street and west of I-27 from Low Density Single-Family (SF-2) to General Industrial (GI), despite opposition from multiple residents. The council also approved several other zoning changes, an annexation, and a 20-item consent agenda covering budgets, contracts, and easements. All votes were recorded with Mayor McBrayer absent.

• Approved zone change to General Industrial for 52.4 acres near I-27 (4-2)
• Approved zone change to Neighborhood Commercial at 1701/1705 Broadway and 1216 Avenue Q (6-0)
• Approved zone change to Light Industrial at Alcove Avenue and 68th Street (6-0)
• Approved zone change to Neighborhood Commercial and Auto-Urban Commercial near 50th Street (6-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing manufactured homes per Texas SB 785 (6-0)
• Approved annexation of 7.92 acres south of Drew Street and west of I-27 (5-1)
• Approved 2026 assessment rate for Centerpointe Public Improvement District (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.20 (6-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to hear presentations regarding the planning, goals, and budget priorities for the City of Lubbock. This discussion includes reviewing various programs, expenditures, and policies to provide guidance to city staff.

• Discussion of budget priorities and city programs
• Review of ARPA funding, infrastructure, and municipal fees
• Discussion regarding public safety, parks and recreation, and libraries

The Lubbock City Council held a special meeting to discuss planning, goals, and budget priorities for FY 2026-2027. They reached consensus on several budget priorities, including additional road maintenance funding, new employee positions, and a 3% COLA. They also tentatively planned future elections for a convention center venue tax, quality of life bond, and street bond. The council gave direction to the city manager on several items, including funding options for a police driving facility and a work session on charter amendments.

• Consensus to add $500,000 to Street Maintenance fund and switch to seal coating
• Consensus to add net positions for animal services, police patrol, and parks and recreation
• Consensus to fund 3% COLA for all employees
• Committed to funding meet and confer agreements for police and fire
• Tentatively planned convention center venue tax election for 2027
• Tentatively planned quality of life bond election for 2028
• Tentatively planned street bond election for 2029
• Directed city manager to bring forward funding options for police driving facility

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss several budget ordinance amendments and multiple resolutions regarding land, infrastructure, and economic development. The meeting includes an initial executive session to discuss legal, real property, personnel, and critical infrastructure matters.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment 32 for Bell Farms PID safety improvements at Playa Lake Park
• Resolution for a 0.3203-acre land purchase for the 2024 Street Bond Project on Avenue P
• Resolution for the sale of a 3.27-acre tract at 10202-10304 Milwaukee Avenue
• Public Works Contract 19729 for Downtown Sewer Line Rehabilitation Project Phase 2B
• Economic Development Grants for Paramount Hardware and Supply, LLC; New Country Organics, Inc.; and TTX Company

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to hear presentations regarding city programs, expenditures, and policies. This discussion includes setting priorities for the City Manager across various municipal services.

• Discussion of budget priorities and planning
• Review of ARPA funding, infrastructure, and capital improvements
• Discussion of public safety, parks and recreation, and libraries
• Discussion of municipal fees, solid waste, and transportation

Special City Council Meeting-Public Meeting

The City Council will receive a presentation from city staff regarding large-scale data centers. The council will also hear citizen comments and perspectives on the topic. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation from City Staff regarding large-scale data centers
• Citizen comments regarding large-scale data centers

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to canvass the returns from the June 27, 2026, special election. Following this, the council will consider a resolution to order a runoff election for August 1, 2026.

• Resolution to canvass results of the June 27, 2026, Special Election
• Resolution ordering a Runoff Election to be held on August 1, 2026
• Executive session regarding security personnel or devices

The City Council canvassed the June 27, 2026 special election results and approved Resolution No. 2026-R0230, declaring no candidate received a majority for District 4. A runoff election between Gary Boren and Tim Green was ordered for August 1, 2026. The council also held an executive session on security personnel or devices; no citizen comments were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 2026-R0230 canvassing election results and ordering runoff (6-0)
• Certified District 4 election results: Boren 1,006; Ferran 121; Green 1,230; Curnow 184; Goodloe 72 (total 2,613)
• Ordered Aug. 1, 2026 runoff between Gary Boren and Tim Green
• Held executive session on security personnel/devices (no action taken)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss various municipal matters including budget amendments, right-of-way resolutions, and public hearings for zone changes. The agenda includes several items related to street bond projects, water system expansions, and the sale of a power generating facility.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 2026-O0071 regarding Texas Spay and Neuter Program Grant Fund
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Adakon Energy for the Ty Cooke Gas Generating Facility
• Zone change request for 12202 Upton Avenue from SF-2 to Office District (OF)
• Zone change request for 6602 104th Street from NC to Auto-Urban Commercial District (AC)
• Issuance of City Tax Notes to fund radio equipment and high-value vehicles

City Council authorized the issuance of tax notes to fund radio system equipment and high-value vehicles. The council also approved several zoning changes across Districts 4, 5, and 6, while one zoning request failed due to a lack of motion.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-O0076 to issue tax notes for radio equipment and vehicles (7-0)
• Approved zone change to Office District at 12202 Upton Avenue (7-0)
• Approved zone change to Auto-Urban Commercial District at 6602 104th Street (7-0)
• Approved multiple zone changes in District 5 via Ordinance No. 2026-O0079 (7-0)
• Failed zone change request for Zone Case 3544, Part 2 (no motion)
• Approved amended zone change to Auto-Urban Commercial District at 7009 Marsha Sharp Freeway (7-0)
• Approved zone change to Heavy Commercial District at 8110 19th Street (7-0)
• Approved 18 consent agenda items including the sale of Ty Cooke Gas Generating Facility (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding right-of-way closures and budget amendments. The agenda also includes various resolutions for street reconstruction, water system expansion, and landscaping maintenance.

• Budget Amendment 18: Transfer from Airport Operating Fund to Airport Capital Project Fund
• 2024 Street Bond Project: Broadway reconstruction services with Freese and Nichols, Inc. and Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC
• 2022 Street Bond Project: Redbud Avenue and Teak Avenue rebuild via Lone Star Dirt & Paving, Ltd.
• West Lubbock Water System Expansion contract with MH Civil Constructors, Inc.
• Zone Change: CRS Business Park, LLC request for 101-7010 66th Street and Ash Avenue

The Lubbock City Council failed to pass an ordinance establishing a petition-initiated process for paving unimproved alleys, with a 1-6 vote. The council approved the consent agenda (items 6.1-6.8 and 6.10-6.25) and made appointments to the South Plains Association of Governments Board. Two items failed: a resolution rejecting bids for City-owned property and the alley-paving ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.8 and 6.10-6.25 (7-0)
• Failed to approve alley-paving petition ordinance 2026-O0052 (1-6)
• Failed to pass resolution rejecting bids for City-owned property (no motion)
• Appointed Council Member Bruegel and Mayor Pro Tem Wilson to SPAG Board (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12 and May 20, 2026 meetings (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including budget ordinance amendments and various ordinances. The meeting includes discussions on economic development, legal matters in executive session, and multiple land use requests.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Code Enforcement Demolitions
• North Point Public Improvement District funding amendment
• Zone change request for 2518 Parkway Drive
• Abandoning and closing various drainage easements and rights-of-way
• Lubbock Crimes Against Children Unit interlocal agreement

The Lubbock City Council approved the consent agenda (items 5.1-5.22) and several zoning changes, including a heavy commercial district change at 7806 76th Street and a heavy commercial district change for St. John Neumann Catholic Diocese. Two zoning items failed: a proposed zone change at 7501 19th Street (2-5) and a zone change at 10909 Wayne Avenue (3-4). Council Member Dr. Jennifer Wilson was elected Mayor Pro Tem.

• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.22 (7-0)
• Approved zone change to Heavy Commercial at 101-107 66th St and 6660-7010 Ash Ave (7-0)
• Approved zone change to General Industrial at 7806 76th St (7-0)
• Approved zone changes in District 6 except 7501 19th St (7-0)
• Denied zone change at 7501 19th St (2-5)
• Failed zone change at 6035 45th St, 6617 19th St, 4509 Clovis Rd (no motion)
• Approved zone change to Heavy Commercial for St. John Neumann Catholic Diocese (7-0)
• Denied zone change at 10909 Wayne Ave (3-4)

Special City Council Meeting

This is a ceremonial event where the City Council will administer oaths of office to newly re-elected and elected members. No legislative action will be taken by the governing body during this meeting.

• Oath of Office for Mayor Mark McBrayer
• Oath of Office for Council Member Christy Martinez-Garcia
• Oath of Office for Council Member Dr. Jennifer Wilson
• Oath of Office for Council Member David Bruegel

The special meeting was ceremonial only, with no substantive policy decisions. The council administered oaths of office to re-elected Mayor Mark W. McBrayer, Council Members Christy Martinez-Garcia and Dr. Jennifer Wilson, and newly elected Council Member David Bruegel. The meeting adjourned after remarks and recognition.

• Administered oath of office to Mayor Mark W. McBrayer
• Administered oath of office to Council Member Christy Martinez-Garcia
• Administered oath of office to Council Member Dr. Jennifer Wilson
• Administered oath of office to Council Member David Bruegel

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several budget ordinance amendments regarding various funds, including the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund and the Streets Capital Project Fund. The meeting also includes discussions on public improvements, right-of-way resolutions, and engineering contracts.

• Budget Ordinance 2026-O0046: Opioid Abatement Trust Fund funding from Lubbock County
• Budget Ordinance 2026-O0047: Streets Capital Project Fund for 98th Street and Upland Avenue projects
• Budget Ordinance 2026-O0048: Wastewater Capital Project Fund for sewer line assessments and repairs
• Budget Ordinance 2026-O0049: Stormwater Capital Project Fund for system improvements and Playa Lake extension
• Public Works Contract 19474: Upland Avenue reconstruction with Lone Star Dirt & Paving, Ltd.

The Lubbock City Council approved a zone change from Office to Neighborhood Commercial for 10909 Wayne Avenue (5-2), despite opposition. Two other zone change requests failed: one for commercial uses at 3102 114th St and another at 12118 Slide Road. The council also approved the creation of the Centerpointe Public Improvement District and canvassed the May 2, 2026 election results.

• Approved zone change at 10909 Wayne Ave from Office to Neighborhood Commercial (5-2)
• Denied zone change for commercial uses at 3102 114th St (2-5)
• Denied zone change at 12118 Slide Road from SF-2 to Auto-Urban Commercial (3-4)
• Approved creation of Centerpointe Public Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved canvassing May 2, 2026 election results (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.4, 6.6-6.14, 6.16-6.32 (7-0)
• Postponed alley paving ordinance to June 9, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2026 meeting (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several budget ordinance amendments regarding streets, wastewater, and stormwater funds. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for right-of-way acquisitions and engineering contracts related to various street bond projects.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment for 114th Street: Quaker Avenue to Indiana Avenue and 82nd Street
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for 98th Street: Alcove Avenue to Upland Avenue
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Upland Avenue: 34th Street to 50th Street
• Resolution for Professional Services Agreement with Freese Nichols, Inc. for Upland Avenue
• Ordinance to change speed limits on Loop 88, Indiana Avenue, and Quaker Avenue

The Lubbock City Council approved a new ordinance establishing a petition-driven process for paving unimproved alleys, with property liens for unpaid assessments. It also approved a conceptual design for the future expansion and renovation of the Lubbock Memorial Convention Center. All other items, including budget amendments, right-of-way agreements, and various contracts, were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-O0052 creating alley paving by petition process (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-R0170 for convention center conceptual design (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.24 (7-0)
• Approved March 24, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several budget ordinance amendments and resolutions regarding aviation, public works, and water utilities. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects at the Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport and traffic signal improvements at 13th Street and Slide Road.

• Budget amendment for aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle replacement at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
• Budget amendment to establish traffic signals at 13th Street & Slide Road intersection
• Resolution for West General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation design and bidding services
• Ordinance to change speed limits on Loop 88, Indiana Avenue, and Quaker Avenue
• Resolution for a settlement agreement regarding a motor vehicle collision lawsuit

The Lubbock City Council approved a 31-item consent agenda (7-0) covering budget amendments, contracts for airport equipment, traffic signals, water meters, and other routine items. They also approved minutes from prior meetings and made numerous board appointments. No items were pulled for separate discussion.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.31 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 4 and March 10, 2026 meetings (7-0)
• Approved board appointments to 13 boards and committees (7-0)
• Approved budget amendments for airport, traffic, and utility projects
• Authorized contracts for airport firefighting vehicle, water meters, and other services
• Rejected all bids for police uniforms (Resolution 2026-R0153)
• Suspended Atmos Energy rate increase for 90 days and retained counsel (Resolution 2026-R0154)
• Approved zone changes and annexation as part of consent agenda

Special City Council Meeting - Civic Center Planning

The City Council will participate in discussions regarding the conceptual design, expansion, and renovation of the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. No action will be taken by the City Council during this meeting.

• Discussion of Lubbock Memorial Civic Center conceptual design, expansion, and renovation

Special City Council Meeting - Civic Center Planning

The City Council will participate in discussions regarding the conceptual design, expansion, and renovation of the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. No action will be taken by the City Council during this meeting.

• Discussion of Lubbock Memorial Civic Center conceptual design, expansion, and renovation

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss various budget ordinance amendments and several infrastructure resolutions. The agenda includes discussions on information technology equipment, airport capital projects, and street bond improvements.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Information Technology Fund (end-user computing equipment)
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Airport Capital Projects Fund (ARFF truck replacement)
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Traffic Capital Projects Fund (13th Street & Slide Road signals)
• Purchase of 566 Lenovo computers from Alchemy Technology Group LLC
• Right-of-way property purchases for the 2024 Street Bond Project

The Lubbock City Council approved a consent agenda of 20 routine items, including IT equipment purchases, budget amendments, and various contracts. On the regular agenda, the council approved two zone changes, an annexation, a resolution to publish a notice of intent to issue up to $200 million in electric revenue bonds, and a special election for the District 4 vacancy. Two zone change requests failed: Zone Case 3542 (0-7) and Zone Case 3016-G (1-6).

• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.20 (7-0)
• Approved zone change at 1129 SE Loop 289 (7-0)
• Approved zone changes in District 3 near Marsha Sharp Freeway (7-0)
• Denied zone change at 3821 22nd Street (0-7)
• Approved zone change west of Indiana Ave & south of 114th St (7-0)
• Denied zone change at 9901 Upland Avenue (1-6)
• Approved annexation of 3.355 acres south of 130th St (7-0)
• Approved $200M electric revenue bond notice (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will vote on a consent agenda including numerous insurance coverage resolutions with premiums totaling over $2.5 million, budget ordinance amendments for the Airport Fund and IT equipment, and right-of-way acquisitions for the 2022 Street Bond Project. The meeting begins with executive sessions on litigation and critical infrastructure, followed by ceremonial items and citizen comments.

• Resolution to purchase package liability insurance from Obsidian Specialty Insurance Company for $1,206,497.23
• Resolution to purchase excess liability insurance from Upland Specialty Insurance Company for $745,413.38
• Resolution to purchase property insurance for Montford Dam for $277,403.63
• Budget Ordinance Amendment 2nd Reading to replace funding sources for extending Taxiway L at the airport
• Right-of-way purchase of 0.176 acres at 7528 66th Street for the 2022 Street Bond Project

The Lubbock City Council approved three bond ordinances totaling up to $180 million: $105 million in General Obligation Improvement and Refunding Bonds for street projects and debt refunding, $15 million in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation for street and infrastructure work, and $60 million in Water & Wastewater Revenue Bonds for utility improvements. The council also approved a consent agenda covering 34 items, including insurance purchases, right-of-way acquisitions, and zoning changes, and authorized a substance abuse services MOU with Plainview Serenity Center (6-1).

• Approved $105M GO Improvement and Refunding Bonds (7-0)
• Approved $15M Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation (7-0)
• Approved $60M Water & Wastewater Revenue Bonds (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.34 (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Plainview Serenity Center for substance abuse services (6-1)
• Approved minutes of Feb 10, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Deleted item 6.5 (Electric Light and Power Revenue Bonds notice)

Called Special Meeting of the City Council - State of the City

The Lubbock City Council convenes for the Mayor's State of the City Address and a panel discussion covering the local economy, development, public safety, streets, utilities, and other city services. No votes or formal actions will be taken during this informational session.

• State of the City Address and panel discussion on economy, development, employment, core services (utilities, public safety, streets, parks, etc.), and budgetary matters

The Lubbock City Council met in special session for the 44th Annual State of the City Address and a panel discussion covering the economy, public safety, infrastructure, and other city services. No formal decisions or votes were made, as the agenda explicitly stated no action would be taken. The meeting included an invocation, presentation of colors, and a Spirit of Lubbock award to Rose Wilson.

• No action taken — meeting was informational only
• Spirit of Lubbock award presented to Rose Wilson

Regular City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will hold public hearings on three zone changes, including a 388.3-acre rezoning to General Industrial for the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance. The council will also consider accepting the annual financial report, approving multiple construction contracts, and amending the budget for traffic signals, airport taxiway, and pay plans. Several consent agenda items involve road, water, and sewer projects.

• Public hearing for Zone Case 3552: rezone 388.3 acres at Drew Street and Avenue P from Low Density Single-Family to General Industrial
• Public hearing for Zone Case 3541: rezone 10 Briercroft Office Park from Neighborhood Commercial to Office District
• Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended Sept. 30, 2025
• Advance funding agreement with TxDOT for traffic signal improvements at Erskine Street and North Avenue Q Drive
• Contract with Deerwood Construction Inc. for West Texas State Veterans Cemetery Water Line Project

The Lubbock City Council approved a 388.3-acre zone change from low-density single-family to general industrial at 1201 Drew Street and nearby properties (7-0), and approved several other rezoning requests. A separate request to rezone 10 Briercroft Office Park from neighborhood commercial to office district failed (2-5). The council also approved the consent agenda, the annual financial report, and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved industrial rezoning at Drew Street/Ash Avenue (7-0)
• Denied office rezoning at 10 Briercroft Office Park (2-5)
• Approved comprehensive rezoning in District 2 (7-0)
• Approved office rezoning at 114th Street (7-0)
• Approved commercial rezoning at 3702 Upland Avenue (7-0)
• Approved commercial rezoning at 301 Utica Avenue (7-0)
• Approved heavy commercial rezoning at 14612 Frankford Avenue (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.15 (7-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Lubbock City Council will begin with executive sessions on litigation advice and real‑property matters, then discuss the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan for traffic engineering. In the open session, council members will consider multiple budget ordinance amendments, resolutions authorizing contracts for public works, aviation, and business development, and a resolution supporting a housing tax credit for a senior‑living project. The most consequential item is the resolution to let the mayor execute Contract 19319 with TVS for conceptual design and cost estimates for the convention‑center expansion.

• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract 19319 with Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates (TVS) for conceptual design and cost estimate of the Lubbock Memorial Convention Center expansion.
• Budget Ordinance Amendment 2026-O0008 (2nd Reading) to fund Capital Improvement Project 92947 – Convention Center Expansion via the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund.
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract 19284 with Lone Star Dirt & Paving for 2026 asphalt patching under the 2025 Street Maintenance Program.
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract 19348 with MuniCap, Inc., for administrative services for the Highland Oaks Public Improvement District.
• Resolution confirming City support for a 9% Housing Tax Credit application for the Canyon West Senior Living Construction Project at 4502 Ironton Avenue.

The Lubbock City Council approved a zone change from Low Density Single-Family District (SF-2) to Heavy Commercial District (HC) for 35.5 acres at 14612 Frankford Avenue, despite public opposition. The vote was 4-3. The council also approved a consent agenda covering numerous routine items, including budget amendments, contracts, and other zone changes, and postponed two items to future meetings.

• Approved zone change to Heavy Commercial at 14612 Frankford Ave (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.7, 6.9-6.15, 6.17-6.21, 6.25-6.38 (7-0)
• Postponed Plainview Serenity Center MOU to March 10, 2026 (6-1)
• Postponed Pickering Park naming rights agreement to Feb 24, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved LEDA expenditure for Leprino Foods (5-2)
• Approved LEDA expenditure for Hidden 8/Suncrest Holdings (5-2)
• Approved LEDA expenditure for Industrial Molding Company (5-2)
• Approved Jan 13, 2026 minutes (7-0)