Borger public meetings in 2023
31 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will meet to review the City Manager's monthly report and fiscal year-to-date financials. The body will also consider the minutes from the December 5, 2023 meeting and expenditures for the first half of December 2023.
- Expenditures for the first half of December 2023
- Fiscal Year to Date Financials
- Minutes of the December 5, 2023 Regular Meeting
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.
- Possible homestead property tax exemption
- Membership and by-laws of advisory boards and commissions
- Changes to the Unified Land Development Ordinance
City Council
The City Council will meet to approve minutes from the November 21, 2023, meeting and review expenditures from the second half of November 2023. The body will also review fiscal year to date financials.
- Approval of November 21, 2023, meeting minutes
- Expenditures for the last half of November 2023
- Fiscal Year to Date Financials
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and consider final readings for three ordinances to change zoning and land use designations. The meeting also includes a review of expenditures for the first half of November 2023 and fiscal year-to-date financials.
- Ordinance O-011-23: Rezoning 517B S. Bryan from Suburban Urban to Corridor Mixed Use
- Ordinance O-012-23: Changing Block 56 and 57 of Original Townsite from CMU and GR to Light Industrial on the future land use map
- Ordinance O-013-23: Rezoning 311 Brain St. from Corridor Mixed Use to Light Industrial Use
City Council
The City Council will review the purchase of an emergency vehicle and several land-use changes. The body is also considering the transfer of surplus warning sirens and a new Planning and Zoning Commission appointment.
- Purchase of a Type I Wheeled Coach Ambulance for $362,459
- Rezoning of 517B S. Bryan from Suburban Urban to Corridor Mixed Use
- Rezoning of 311 Brain St. from Corridor Mixed Use to Light Industrial Use
- Change of future land use map for Block 56 and 57 of Original Townsite to Light Industrial
- Transfer of four outdoor warning sirens as surplus property to Oldham County
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed changes to the Unified Land Development Ordinance. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.
- Proposed changes to the Unified Land Development Ordinance
- Regulations for smoke and vape shops
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal to demolish structures at 603 E 11th. The body will also consider a budget amendment and an industrial district contract with Solvay Specialty Polymers USA, LLC.
- Public hearing and possible condemnation of structures at 603 E 11th
- Final reading of Ordinance O-010-23 to amend the FY 2023 Budget
- Industrial District Contract with Solvay Specialty Polymers USA, LLC
- Proposal for employee health and supplemental benefits
- Memorandums of Understanding for the Texas Emergency Management Assistance Teams Program
City Council
The City Council will vote on several high-cost equipment and service contracts. The body is also reviewing updates to the city fee schedule and the FY 2023 budget.
- Purchase of a Mobile Command Unit from LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles for $809,793
- Professional Services agreement with Parkhill for Johnson Park Youth Center Swimming Pool Renovation for $418,000
- Sole source purchase of a 12-person Mercedes Sprinter Van for $96,836
- Final reading of Ordinance O-008-23 amending the Fee Schedule for fiscal 2024
- First reading of Ordinance O-010-23 amending the FY 2023 Budget
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024 Operating Budget and a proposed fee schedule. No official action will be taken during this meeting.
- FY 2024 Operating Budget and Proposed Fee Schedule
- Possible tourism services contract with the Borger Community Theatre
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the final adoption of the FY 2024 Operating Budget and a combined tax rate of $0.647500 per $100 valuation. The body will also review the FY 2024-2028 Community Investment Program and updates to the city fee schedule.
- FY 2024 Operating Budget (Ordinance O-007-22)
- Combined tax rate of $0.647500 per $100 valuation (Ordinance O-006-23)
- Bid award for Travis Live Floor Trailer to Performance Truck Houston for $118,619.61
- BEDC purchase of 423 & 425 N. Main St (Resolution R-024-23)
- FY 2024-2028 Community Investment Program (Resolution R-023-23)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading for a proposed FY 2024 combined tax rate. The body is also reviewing the FY 2024 Proposed Operating Budget and a request to deny base rate increases from Southwestern Public Service Company.
- Proposed combined tax rate of $0.647500 per $100 valuation for FY 2024
- Purchase of 10 vehicles from Caldwell County for $496,586
- Resolution R-021-23 to deny Southwestern Public Service Company's proposed base rate increase
- First reading of Ordinance O-007-22 adopting the FY 2024 Operating Budget
- Addendum #1 to the Interlocal Agreement for School Resource Officers with Borger ISD
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several municipal items. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.
- FY 2024 Budget and Proposed Tax Rate
- School Resource Officer Program
- Purchase of property in Section 32, Block Y, A&B Survey Hutchinson County
City Council
The City Council will discuss a proposed combined tax rate and schedule future hearings for its adoption. The body is also considering a land purchase and an industrial contract.
- Proposed combined tax rate of 0.647500/$100 valuation
- Resolution R-020-23 to purchase a 12-acre tract of land in Section 32, Block Y, A&B Survey
- Industrial District Contract with Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, LP
- Expenditures for the last half of July 2023
City Council
The City Council will review financial reports and expenditures for July 2023. The body is also considering the reappointment of three individuals to the Borger, Inc Board of Directors.
- Resolution R-019-23 to reappoint Scott Mills, Lisa Jones, and Terry Milum to the Borger, Inc Board of Directors through June 30, 2026
- Approval of expenditures for the first half of July 2023
- Review of the 2nd Quarter 2023 Quarterly Investment Report
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2024 Budget and the on-road operation of Off-Highway Vehicles. As this is a work session, no official action will be taken.
- FY 2024 Budget discussion
- On-road operation of Off-Highway Vehicles (ATV/UTV)
- Items on the July 6th Regular Agenda
City Council
The City Council will review a bid for transfer station tractors and a land purchase in Hutchinson County. Members will also consider an industrial district contract and an interlocal agreement for emergency software.
- Bid for two Semi Tractors from Roberts Truck Center for $314,458
- Purchase of a 19.879-acre tract of land in Section 32, Block Y, A&B Survey
- Industrial District Contract with Orion Engineered Carbons, LLC
- Interlocal Agreement with Hutchinson County for an Incident Management Software System
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City Council
The City Council will review an infrastructure improvements agreement and a sewage facilities interlocal agreement with Hutchinson County. The body will also consider representatives for the Community Development Block Grant Program and review mid-year reports.
- Resolution R-016-23: Infrastructure Improvements agreement between Borger, Inc., Borger Economic Development Corporation, and Frank Phillips College
- Resolution R-017-23: Authorization of representatives for the Community Development Block Grant Program
- Interlocal Agreement with Hutchinson County for On-Site-Sewage Facilities
- Winning bids from the Texas Communities Group online bidding process
- Borger, Inc.'s FY 2023 Mid-Year Report
City Council
This is a work session where no official action will be taken. The council will discuss budget priorities, facility renovations, and right-of-way matters.
- Renovation options for the Johnson Park Youth Center swimming pool
- FY 2024 Budget and Capital Priorities
- Possible dedication of Cambridge Place right-of-way
City Council
The City Council will conduct elections for Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem for the 2023-2024 year. The body will also consider several agreements regarding tourism, school resource officers, and a lease extension with American Tower.
- Final reading of Ordinance O-005-23 regarding Commercial Filming Regulations
- Awarding the Transfer Station Roof Replacement Project bid
- Resolution R-014-23 to receive the 2023 Master Drainage Plan
- Resolution R-015-23 for a lease extension with American Tower
- Interlocal Agreement with Borger Independent School System for the FY 2024 School Resource Officer Program
City Council
The City Council will review a final reading of an ordinance to amend the FY 2023 Operating Budget. The body is also considering new commercial filming regulations and a grant application for transportation projects.
- Purchase of Bunavista Splash Pad from Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds & Water Parks for $128,741
- Final reading of Ordinance O-004-23 amending the FY 2023 Operating Budget
- First reading of Ordinance O-005-23 adding Commercial Filming Regulations
- Resolution R-013-23 for Texas Department of Transportation's 2023 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside projects
- Acceptance or rejection of winning bids from Texas Communities Group online bidding
Building Standards Commission
The Building Standards Commission will review several properties for alleged violations of the City's Property Maintenance Code. The commission may issue orders to repair, demolish, secure, or vacate these premises and may assess civil penalties.
- New case: 108 Maple St.
- New case: 1217 Lindsey
- New case: 402 Butadieno
- New case: 1301B Jolly
- Continued case: 101 Estireno
City Council
The City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend the FY 2023 Operating Budget. The body is also considering interlocal agreements for medical transport and vital events registration.
- Ordinance O-004-23 to amend the FY 2023 Operating Budget
- Interlocal Agreement with Golden Plains Community Hospital for medical transport services
- Resolution R-011-23 for an incentive agreement between Borger, Inc. and Matthew and Ellen Fulton
- Resolution R-012-23 regarding the Texas Gas Service Company application effective date
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Texas Department of State Health Services for TxEVER access
City Council
The City Council will consider agreements regarding emergency medical services and ambulance providers. The body will also discuss participating in opioid settlements with four companies.
- Interlocal Agreement with Hutchinson County for Continuity of EMS Service
- Interlocal Agreement with Hutchinson County for Emergency Medical Services
- Emergency Ambulance Services Agreement with American Medical Response Ambulance Service, Inc. (AMR)
- Participation in opioid settlements with Walmart, Allergan, CVS, and Walgreens
Borger Inc
The Borger Economic Development Corporation will discuss financial agreements for job training and business incentives. The board is reviewing requests for project reimbursements and infrastructure installations. Several items will be discussed in executive session before potential action in open session.
- Amending the Small Business Growth Program Incentive Agreement for Tiltski Enterprise LLC dba The Wash House
- Financial Agreement for the Texas Workforce Commission High Demand Job Training Grant with Frank Phillips College and PRPC
- Gas installation by Texas Gas in the Borger Enterprise Park
- Partnership with The Eagle Press for a 2023 area magazine
- Quote for fiber optic cable installation between City Hall and Borger Inc.
City Council
The City Council will discuss calling a general election for two council seats on May 6, 2023. The body is also considering several medical equipment purchases and a downtown revitalization contract.
- Bid award of $330,013.36 to Plains Builders for the Downtown Revitalization Grant project
- Purchase of medical cots and power load systems from Stryker for $140,675.66
- Purchase of LIFEPAK 15 Monitors from Stryker Medical for $73,377.80
- Issuance of a lien for 1216 Lindsey (Lot 20, Block 6, Phillips Addition)
- Interlocal Agreements with the City of Fritch and Hutchinson County for EMS service
City Council
The City Council will meet for a work session to discuss specific city operations. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.
- Emergency Medical Services
- City Purchase Card and Fuel Card policy changes
Building Standards Commission
The Building Standards Commission will hold public hearings regarding alleged violations of the City's Property Maintenance Code. The body may issue orders to repair, demolish, secure, or vacate premises and assess civil penalties.
- New cases: 101 Estireno and 313 Estireno
- Continued case: 601 Whittenburg
- Continued case: 603 Whittenburg
- Continued case: 603 E 11th Street
- Continued cases: 800 Whittenburg, 631 Deahl, and 322 W Coolidge
City Council
The City Council will consider several expenditures, including emergency sewer repairs and new ambulances. The body will also hold a public hearing on a Future Land Use Map change and discuss a budget amendment.
- Contract with Bo Simon, Inc. for emergency sewer line replacement in the 100 Block of W. 3rd St. for $142,500
- Purchase of 2 Wheeled Coach Type 1 Ambulances from Siddon Martin Emergency Group, LLC for $565,060
- Public hearing and final reading of Ordinance O-001-23 to change the Future Land Use Map
- Resolution R-001-23 regarding the purchase of an approximately 30.710 acre Tract in Hutchinson County
- First reading of Ordinance O-002-23 to amend the FY 2023 Operating Budget
Borger Inc
The Borger Economic Development Corporation will discuss economic development negotiations and real property. The board is scheduled to take action regarding Vista Park Living and other potential properties.
- Presentation and potential action regarding Vista Park Living
- Discussion and action on potential real properties
- Review of December 2022 Financials and Expenditures
- Presentation of regional employment and wage data
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the final reading of an ordinance to renew the juvenile curfew. The body will also discuss a proposed change to the Future Land Use Map.
- Final reading of Ordinance O-013-22 to renew the Juvenile Curfew
- First reading of Ordinance O-001-23 to change the Future Land Use Map
- Scheduling of a public hearing for January 17, 2023, at 1:30 PM
- Review of expenditures for the last half of December 2022
- Review of Fiscal Year to Date Financials
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the provision of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). As this is a work session, no official action will be taken.
- Discussion of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) options