Borger public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Borger City Council will vote on several ordinances covering park rules, mobile food units, and animal control. It will also consider an interlocal agreement with Plemons‑Stinnett‑Phillips Consolidated ISD for School Resource Officer services, and a resolution with the Texas Department of Transportation to install Flock traffic cameras. Routine consent items such as meeting minutes, expenditures, and fiscal reports will be processed.

• Approve Ordinance O-018-25 adding smoking, vaping, park hours, and conduct rules
• Approve Ordinance O-019-25 amending mobile food unit regulations
• Approve Ordinance O-017-25 updating feral animal feeding and microchipping requirements
• Approve Interlocal Agreement with Plemons‑Stinnett‑Phillips Consolidated ISD for School Resource Officer services
• Approve Resolution R-020-25 for a Multiple Use Agreement with TxDOT to install Flock traffic cameras

The council approved a multiple‑use agreement with TxDOT to install license‑plate‑recognition cameras on State Highways 136, 152 and 207. The agreement was authorized for the City Manager to execute. All other listed ordinances and agreements were also approved unanimously.

• Approved payment of first‑half‑December 2025 expenditures (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance O‑018‑25 updating park smoking, vaping and closure hours (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance O‑019‑25 removing city health permits for mobile food units (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance O‑017‑25 adding animal‑control provisions for outdoor feeding and micro‑chipping (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with PSPCISD for a school resource officer, authorizing the mayor to sign (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Resolution R‑020‑25 authorizing LPR camera installation on TXHWY 136, 152, 207 (all members present voted aye)
• Approved use of opioid‑settlement funds to purchase a vehicle for Aspire A Mindful Place (approved)
• Approved minutes of the December 2, 2025 meeting (all members present voted aye)

City Council

The Borger City Council will act on routine consent agenda items, including minutes from the November 18 meeting, November expenditures, and FY‑to‑date financials. Council members will introduce Ordinance O-017-25 to update animal‑control rules, Ordinance O-018-25 to add park smoking and parking regulations, and Ordinance O-019-25 to amend mobile‑food‑unit rules. They will also consider Resolution R-019-25 approving the updated Statewide TEMAT Memorandum of Understanding with the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

• Ordinance O-017-25: amend Chapter 2, Animal Control – outdoor feeding of feral animals and microchipping of impounded animals
• Ordinance O-018-25: amend Article 1.06, Parks – regulations for smoking, vaping, park hours, and vehicle conduct
• Ordinance O-019-25: amend Article 4.10, Mobile Food Units – updates to mobile‑food‑unit regulations
• Resolution R-019-25: approve updated Statewide TEMAT MOU with Texas Division of Emergency Management
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of Nov. 18, 2025 meeting, November 2025 expenditures, and FY‑to‑date financials

The council authorized the City Manager to sign the updated Texas Emergency Management Assistance Team (TEMAT) memorandum of understanding. It also introduced on first reading Ordinances 0‑017‑25 (animal regulation), 0‑018‑25 (park rules) and 0‑019‑25 (mobile food units). The council approved the November 18 minutes and the payment of November expenditures.

• Approved payment of November 2025 expenditures – all members present voted aye
• Introduced Ordinance O‑017‑25 (animal regulation) on first reading – all members present voted aye
• Introduced Ordinance O‑018‑25 (park regulations) on first reading – all members present voted aye
• Introduced Ordinance O‑019‑25 (mobile food units) on first reading – all members present voted aye
• Approved Resolution R‑019‑25 authorizing execution of updated TEMAT MOU – all members present voted aye
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2025 regular meeting – all members present voted aye
• Adjourned the meeting – all members present voted aye

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various regulatory updates and grant usage. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.

• Proposed amendments to Animal, Park, and Mobile Food Unit Regulations
• Potential agreement with Aspire for Opioid Grant Fund usage
• Scheduling for the 2026 Strategic Planning Session

The council reviewed an ordinance amendment affecting animal, park, and mobile‑food unit regulations. They also talked about a possible agreement with Aspire to use an opioid grant fund. Scheduling for the 2026 strategic planning session was discussed, along with any other items on the regular agenda. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The council unanimously approved Ordinance O‑016‑25 to release a parcel of land from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. It also approved an interlocal agreement with the City of Fritch for up to 500 hours of IT support services for a $30,000 annual fee. Additionally, the council authorized participation in the Panhandle Region Mutual Aid Agreement, designating the mayor as the chief representative. All motions passed with all members voting aye.

• Approved Ordinance O‑016‑25 releasing ETJ land (unanimous aye)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Fritch for IT support services ($30,000 annual fee) (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution R‑018‑25 joining Panhandle Region Mutual Aid Agreement (unanimous aye)
• Approved payment of first‑half November 2025 expenditures (unanimous aye)
• Approved minutes of the November 4, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss calling a Special Local Option Election on May 2, 2026, to determine if the legal sale of all alcoholic beverages, including mixed beverages, should be permitted. The body will also consider a final reading of an ordinance regarding eminent domain for public service providers.

• Resolution R-017-25 and associated order/notice for a Special Local Option Election to Legalize alcohol sales on May 2, 2026
• Final reading of Ordinance O-015-25 regarding eminent domain proceedings for public service providers
• Approval of expenditures for the second half of October 2025
• Review of Fiscal Year to Date Financials

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting and the payment of expenditures for the first half of October 2025. It also approved Ordinance O‑015‑25, establishing a procedure for acquiring a utility concern through eminent domain. Finally, the council approved Resolution R‑017‑25, ordering a special local option liquor election to be held on May 2, 2026. No citizen comments were recorded.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all present voted aye, no nays)
• Approved payment of first‑half October 2025 expenditures (all present voted aye, no nays)
• Approved Ordinance O‑015‑25 on final reading (all present voted aye, no nays)
• Approved Resolution R‑017‑25 ordering special liquor election for May 2, 2026 (all present voted aye, no nays)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several proposed regulations and procedures. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.

• Proposed Animal, Parking, and Park Regulations
• Traffic study and ordinance to reduce speed limits on Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive (FPC Campus)
• Code enforcement procedures

The Borger City Council held a work session on November 4, 2025. Council members discussed proposed animal, parking, and park regulations; a traffic study and an ordinance to reduce speed limits on Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive at the FPC Campus; code enforcement procedures; and other items on the regular agenda. No motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and no items were approved, denied, or tabled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes from its June 23, 2025 meeting. It will then receive and consider a final plat for the 2.590‑acre Fairlanes Unit 14, Block 1, Lots 1‑6. After discussion, the commission will adjourn the meeting.

• Approve minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 23, 2025 (Consent Agenda)
• Receive and consider final plat for Fairlanes Unit 14, Block 1, Lots 1‑6 (2.590‑acre tract)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting and the payment of first‑half‑October expenditures. It also adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25, amending the FY 2025 budget for revenue and expenditure adjustments, and adopted Ordinance O‑015‑25 to acquire a cooperative service provider. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of the October 7, 2025 meeting – all members present voted aye
• Approved payment of expenditures for the first half of October 2025 – all members present voted aye
• Adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25 (final amendments to FY 2025 budget) – all members present voted aye
• Adopted Ordinance O‑015‑25 (acquisition of a cooperative service provider) – all members present voted aye
• Adjourned the meeting – all members present voted aye

City Council

The Borger City Council will consider routine items such as the September 16 minutes, September expenditures, and FY to‑date financials. It will vote on awarding a $508,298.54 bid to Bulldog Motors (Duncan Chevrolet) for nine light‑duty vehicles and a $206,585 bid to Century Industries for a 14' × 32' ShowMaster Mobile Sound Stage using Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue. The council will also introduce Ordinance O-014-25 to amend the FY 2025 budget and approve a professional‑services agreement with Don't Burn Me, LLC.

• Award bid for FY 2026 Light Duty Vehicle Package: 9 vehicles, $508,298.54 to Bulldog Motors (Duncan Chevrolet)
• Award bid for 14' × 32' ShowMaster Mobile Sound Stage: $206,585 to Century Industries (Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue)
• Introduce Ordinance O-014-25 – final amendments to the FY 2025 Budget
• Approve professional services agreement with Don't Burn Me, LLC
• Consider FY to‑date financials and September expenditures

The council approved payment for September's second‑half expenditures. It awarded the FY 2026 Light Duty Vehicle Package to Bulldog Motors (Duncan Chevrolet) for nine vehicles at $508,298.54. The city also approved the purchase of a ShowMaster MSM3200 mobile sound stage for $206.585 using tourism funds, adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25 amending the FY 2025 budget, and approved a consulting agreement with Don't Burn Me Services, LLC. Minutes from the September 16 meeting were approved and the council adjourned.

• Approved payment of September 2025 second‑half expenditures (all aye)
• Awarded FY 2026 Light Duty Vehicle Package to Bulldog Motors, $508,298.54 (all aye)
• Approved purchase of ShowMaster MSM3200 mobile sound stage, $206.585 (all aye)
• Approved minutes of the September 16, 2025 meeting (all aye)
• Adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25 amending FY 2025 budget on first reading (all aye)
• Approved consulting services agreement with Don't Burn Me Services, LLC (aye: Loftis, Phelan, Felker; abstain: Perez)
• Adjourned the meeting (all aye)

City Council

The Borger City Council held a work session, during which no formal actions can be taken. Council members will discuss a proposed contract with Don't Burn Me, LLC, potential changes to animal, parking, park and other ordinances, and a possible speed limit change on Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive at Frank Phillips College. They will also review the CRMWA II project and any items from the regular agenda.

• Proposed contract terms with Don't Burn Me, LLC
• Potential ordinance changes for animal, parking, park, and other areas
• Possible speed limit change for Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive on Frank Phillips College campus
• Discussion of CRMWA II
• Discussion of any item on the regular agenda

The council discussed proposed contract terms with Don't Bum Me, LLC and possible animal, parking, and park ordinances. They also reviewed a possible speed limit change for Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive on the Frank Phillips College campus. No motions were adopted, votes were taken, or actions approved during this meeting.

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will consider the minutes from its August 7, 2025 meeting. It will hear new cases alleging violations of the City’s Property Maintenance Code. It will also review two continuing cases at 1306 Wisconsin St. and 134 Arline. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Consider and approve minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 7, 2025
• Hear new building standards case(s) for alleged Property Maintenance Code violations
• Hear continuing case for 1306 Wisconsin St. (Lot 15, Block 8, Huber Addition)
• Hear continuing case for 134 Arline (Lot 17‑18, Block 8, North Hill Addition)
• Adjourn the meeting

City Council

The Borger City Council approved several items by unanimous vote, including raising the employee contribution rate to 8% and reauthorizing service credit updates, amending the solid waste agreement with Pampa, and authorizing participation in the national opioid secondary manufacturers settlement. The council also approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting, payment of first‑half‑September expenditures, a bid award for a new waste‑collection vehicle, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of the September 2, 2025 work session and regular meeting (all aye, none nay)
• Approved payment of expenditures for the first half of September 2025 (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O-013-25 increasing employee contribution rate to 8% and reauthorizing annual service credit and COLA updates (all aye, none nay)
• Awarded bid to Doggett Freightliner of South Texas for a 2026 Freightliner M2106 with 20‑yard lift body, amount 5241,697.65 (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Second Amendment to the Solid Waste Disposal Agreement with the City of Pampa, raising the per‑ton fee to $543.00 (all aye, none nay)
• Authorized City Manager Garrett Spradling to execute the Combined Participation and Release Form for the National Opioids Secondary Manufacturers Settlement (all aye, none nay)
• Adjourned the meeting (all aye, none nay)

City Council

The council approved the minutes from the August 19 meeting and adopted a combined ad valorem tax rate of $0.606807 per $100 valuation for FY 2026. It also adopted the FY 2026 operating budget, amended the fee schedule, approved a five‑year community investment program, and raised the municipal retirement system employee contribution to 8.0%. Additional actions included approving a lease for the municipal golf course and authorizing a consulting firm for electric‑service safety improvements.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Adopted combined tax rate of $0.606807 per $100 valuation for FY 2026 (Ordinance O-010-25, all aye)
• Adopted FY 2026 operating budget (Ordinance O-011-25, all aye)
• Amended city fee schedule for FY 2026 (Ordinance O-012-25, all aye)
• Approved FY 2026‑2030 Community Investment Program (Resolution R-016-25, all aye)
• Increased TMRS employee contribution to 8.0% and reauthorized service credits/COLA (Ordinance O-013-25, all aye)
• Approved 2025 lease agreement with Phillips Country Club for the municipal golf course (all aye)
• Authorized selection of Don't Burn Me Services LLC for electric service safety consulting and directed staff to negotiate contract (all aye)

City Council

The City Council met on September 2, 2025 to discuss changes to animal, parking and park regulations and other ordinance updates. They also reviewed proposals related to the Electrical Service Safety Improvement Services RFP. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The council approved Ordinance O‑009‑25, changing the zoning of 1202 Madison (Lot 16‑16, Block I) from Semi‑Urban Residential to Commercial. It also adopted the FY 2026 property tax rate of 0.606807 cents per $100 valuation (Ordinance O‑010‑25) and approved the FY 2026 operating budget (Ordinance O‑011‑25). Additionally, the council approved an interlocal agreement with the Borger Independent School District to operate the Spring Creek Water Supply System and a grant administration agreement for the Huber Park Playground project.

• Approved Ordinance O‑009‑25 rezoning 1202 Madison to Commercial (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O‑010‑25 setting FY 2026 ad valorem tax rate at 0.606807 cents per $100 (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O‑011‑25 adopting FY 2026 operating budget (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O‑012‑25 amending city fee schedule (all aye, none nay)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Borger Independent School District for Spring Creek Water Supply System (all aye, none nay)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Panhandle Regional Planning Commission for Huber Park Playground grant administration (all aye, none nay)

City Council

The Borger City Council approved the July 2025 expenditure payments and adopted the city’s existing investment policy after staff review. It ratified an interlocal agreement with the Panhandle Regional Planning Commission for 9‑1‑1 services and authorized participation in the Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement. The council also approved the rezoning of 1202 Madison from Semi‑Urban Residential to Commercial and awarded the Well #13 replacement contract to Hydro Resources‑Mid Continent for $463,214.

• Approved July 2025 expenditure payments (all members present voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution R‑013‑25 reviewing the city’s Investment Policy (all members present voted aye)
• Ratified Resolution R‑012‑25 interlocal agreement for 9‑1‑1 services (all members present voted aye)
• Authorized participation in the Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance 0‑009‑25 rezoning 1202 Madison to Commercial (all members present voted aye)
• Awarded Well #13 Replacement Project to Hydro Resources‑Mid Continent, $463,214 (all members present voted aye)

City Council

The council met for a work session on August 5, 2025. Members discussed the proposed FY 2026 budget, the FY 2026 tax rate, park regulations, and other pending ordinance changes. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded. The meeting concluded without any formal actions.

City Council

The City Council approved the minutes from the June 17 meeting and the June expenditures. It accepted winning bids for two delinquent‑tax properties and authorized the Mayor to sign the tax deeds. The Council released a lien on 1311 Boyd St, re‑appointed Glendon Jett to the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority board, cancelled the July 15 meeting, and approved an interlocal agreement forming the Panhandle Alliance for Safe Electricity.

• Approved minutes of the June 17, 2025 meeting (all members present voted aye)
• Approved payment of June 2025 expenditures (all members present voted aye)
• Accepted winning bids for 1311 Boyd St ($700) and 3088 N McGee St ($2,550) and authorized the Mayor to sign tax deeds (all members present voted aye)
• Authorized release of the lien on 1311 Boyd St (all members present voted aye)
• Re‑appointed Glendon Jett, P.E., to the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority board for a two‑year term (all members present voted aye)
• Cancelled the regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025 (all members present voted aye)
• Approved the interlocal agreement forming the Panhandle Alliance for Safe Electricity and authorized the Mayor to execute it (all members present voted aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (all members present voted aye)

City Council

The Borger City Council held a work session on July 1, 2025. Council members discussed possible changes to the City’s TMRS plan design. They also discussed the FY 2026 operating budget and any items on the July 1 regular agenda. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the session.

City Council

The council approved payment of first‑half‑June 2025 expenditures and accepted winning bids for five city properties. It also approved the minutes of the June 1 meeting, released several property liens, and adopted a resolution backing Borger’s application to TxDOT’s 2025 Transportation Alternatives Set‑Aside. Additionally, the council approved an interlocal agreement for the SPEX Forensics network and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved payment of first‑half‑June 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Accepted winning bids from Texas Communities Group for five properties (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the June 1, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized release of liens on 414 N., 415 N., 420 N., and 126 N. McGee St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R‑009‑15 supporting Borger’s TxDOT 2025 Transportation Alternatives application (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement for SPEX Forensics network and authorized City Manager to sign (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the Interlocal Agreement for the 2026 School Resource Officer program, updated the fee schedule for the Johnson Park Youth Center, and authorized an incentive agreement between the Borger Economic Development Corporation and Station Media, LLC. All motions passed with all members present voting aye.

• Approved payment of May 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-007-25 updating Johnson Park Youth Center fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for FY 2026 School Resource Officer program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-008-25 authorizing incentive agreement with Station Media, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council met on June 3, 2025. Members discussed the FY 2026 operating budget, possible changes to animal-related regulations, and long‑term water planning. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on, and no decisions were recorded.

City Council

The council approved the second reading of Ordinance 0-005-25, amending the FY 2025 budget. It also approved a jail services agreement with Hutchinson County that raises the per‑prisoner daily cost from $35 to $50. A resolution adopting guidelines for banners on city‑owned streetlight poles was adopted, and a fee‑schedule amendment for the Johnson Park Youth Center was introduced. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved payment of first‑half May 2025 expenditures (all aye)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 0-005-25 (FY 2025 budget amendment) (all aye)
• Approved Jail Services Agreement with Hutchinson County, increasing per‑prisoner cost to $50 (all aye)
• Approved Resolution R-007-25 establishing banner display guidelines on city streetlight poles (all aye)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-007-25 to update Johnson Park Youth Center fee schedule (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

City Council

The council unanimously elected Karen Felker as Mayor and Kim Perez as Mayor Pro‑Tem for the 2025‑2026 term. They also approved the purchase of a Type I ambulance for $379,610, and re‑approved Ordinance 0‑006‑25 for youth program standards. Additional actions included approving April 2025 expenditure payments and receiving several financial and performance reports.

• Elected Karen Felker as Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Kim Perez as Mayor Pro‑Tem (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one Type I ambulance for $379,610 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 0‑006‑25 renewing youth program standards (unanimous)
• Approved payment of expenditures for the latter half of April 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R‑006‑25 canvassing election returns for Place 4 and Place 5 (unanimous)
• Received FY 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report (unanimous)
• Received FY 2024 Performance Management Report (unanimous)

City Council

The Borger City Council meeting on May 6, 2025 reviewed several topics, including cybersecurity training, the Development W housing project, city vehicle use by nonprofits, pricing for the Johnson Park Youth Center, and the FY 2026 operating budget. The minutes list these items as discussed but do not record any approvals, denials, votes, or other formal actions. No substantive decisions were documented.

City Council

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting, paid first‑half April expenditures, and adopted Ordinance 0-004-25 updating taxicab regulations. It also accepted the FY2024 financial report, approved an interlocal grant with Potter County, scheduled a public hearing for youth program standards, and introduced the FY2025 budget amendment. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 1, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of expenditures for first half of April 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 0-004-25 revising taxicab regulations (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Potter County for FY2024 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)
• Directed City Secretary to schedule public hearing on May 6, 2025 for Ordinance 0-006-25 (unanimous)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 0-005-25 amending FY2025 budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

Council approved a $261,246 micro‑surfacing contract for pavement preservation, authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. The council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Amarillo College Regional Fire Academy for fire‑training use and denied an appeal for a special‑use permit to place three coin‑operated machines at 941 N Main St. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved micro‑surfacing contract ($261,246) with International Slurry Seal – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved MOU with Amarillo College Regional Fire Academy for fire‑training facilities – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved 2025‑2030 Mutual Firefighting Assistance Agreement with National Park Service – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 Annual Tourism Services Report and FY 2026 Tourism Services Agreement – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Denied Devendra Bhandari’s appeal for a Special Use Permit for three coin‑operated machines at 941 N Main St – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved payment of expenditures for the latter half of March 2025 – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved the minutes of the March 18, 2025 regular meeting – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved Ordinance O‑004‑25 to revise taxicab regulations (first reading) – all members present voted aye, no nays

City Council

On April 1, 2025, the Borger City Council held a work session. Council members discussed the City Light Pole Banner Usage Policy and updated taxi regulations. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.