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Canyon public meetings in 2025

30 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC will present the Downtown Revitalization Plan

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 18, 2025. Members will consider minutes from the November meeting, review the November 2025 financial statements, and hear a presentation of the Downtown Revitalization Plan. The agenda also includes public comments, operational updates, and an executive‑session discussion of economic‑development projects.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider permit for accessory building business at 1212 UH 60

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a Specific Use Permit application. The commission is considering whether to recommend approval for an Accessory Building Sales and Display business at 1212 UH 60.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Canyon Housing Rehabilitation Board of Directors

Board to review and decide on contractor quotes for three housing rehab projects

The Canyon Housing Rehabilitation Board will approve the July 29, 2025 meeting minutes and receive an update on its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. The primary agenda item is to review the contractor quotes received for the three selected projects at 2106 2nd Ave, 2010 9th Ave, and 417 Foster Ln, and to approve, deny, or adjust the allocated funding. The board may also consider using the remaining $13,000 balance, the city’s additional $25,000 budget allocation, and $27,000 pledged by local businesses for any needed adjustments.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Vision Zero Committee

Vision Zero board to select chair and review crash data

The Vision Zero Advisory Board will meet to select a chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and review crash analysis and high injury network findings. The group will also discuss prioritizing proposed projects.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City to consider wastewater lease, ETJ changes, and flood regulations

The City Commission will discuss extending the wastewater treatment farm lease, removing property from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, and amending flood damage prevention regulations. The body will also consider development agreements for Mayra Park and Country Club Heights.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves wastewater lease extension, development agreement, and flood ordinance

The commission unanimously approved extending the City Farm lease with Darren Johnson to June 30, 2026. It also adopted the Country Club Heights development agreement and Ordinance No. 1244 designating the Public Works Director as Floodplain Administrator. Additionally, the commission filled several vacant board and advisory positions, appointing new members to the Parks, Library, Housing Authority, Planning and Zoning, and Main Street Advisory boards.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC allocates $50,000 of unspent FY 2024‑2025 budget to FY 2025‑2026 projects

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation approved minutes from September and October 2025, and approved the October 2025 financial statements. The board voted to designate $50,000 of unexpended FY 2024‑2025 project funds for use in FY 2025‑2026. It also authorized representation for the civil suit filed by Furman Family Partnerships, LLP. An executive session was held under Texas Government Code §§551.087, .071, and .072.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Library Board

Board will vote to replace two city members and elect officers for 2026

The Library Board will consider replacing two city‑appointed members and will vote on the chair, vice‑chair, and secretary positions for the 2026 term. The board will also discuss the Meescan self‑checkout system and give a programming update. Public comments are invited on library policies, programs, or services. The meeting will set the next meeting date for February 18, 2026.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission approves $1.1 M fire truck purchase and major public‑safety contracts

The City of Canyon Commission will vote on several items, including authorizing the purchase of a fire engine for $1,098,885 funded by the 2025 Series GO Bonds, awarding a $3,544,100 contract for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank, and approving an $875,000 agreement with Sims + Architects for design services on bond‑related public‑safety facilities. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a specific‑use permit for 1212 UH 60, a resolution to join the Texas SmartBuy cooperative purchasing program, and a resolution supporting Category 7 funding for the 15th Street Pedestrian Improvements Phase 1.

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✓ Decided: City approved $2.8 M MPO funding for 15th Street pedestrian improvements

The commission approved several contracts and programs, including a 2% salary increase for City Manager Joe Price and agreements with Sims+ Architects and Page & Associates for public‑safety projects. It also accepted $2,180,840 in federal Category 7 funding for Phase 1 of the 15th Street Pedestrian Improvements and authorized roof replacements for the police and fire departments. Additional actions included joining the Texas SmartBuy purchasing program, adopting a parade parking resolution, and casting Canyon’s 40 votes for the Randall County Appraisal District board.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to decide on Specific Use Permit for Accessory Building at 1212 UH 60

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a Specific Use Permit application to operate an Accessory Building Sales and Display business at 1212 UH 60. The commission will also approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. A public comment period is provided for interested citizens.

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Fri Nov 7, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to consider $1.1M fire engine purchase funded by 2025 GO bonds

The City of Canyon Commission will decide whether to authorize the purchase of a fire engine for $1,098,885 using $1,000,000 of the 2025 Series General Obligation Bonds. Commissioners will also review bids received for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank reconstruction project. An executive session will be held for personnel matters, including the City Manager evaluation. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the October 21 minutes and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $3.5M storage tank contract and $1.1M fire truck purchase

The City Commission unanimously approved the purchase of a new fire engine for $1,098,885. It also voted 4‑1 to award the $3,544,100 base bid for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank project to Bo Simon Inc. Additionally, the minutes from the October 21 meeting were approved unanimously and the City Manager’s salary was increased 2% with unanimous support.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to award $3.54 M contract for 4th Street Water Storage Tank

The City of Canyon Commission will consider awarding the base construction bid for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank project to Bo Simon Inc. for $3,544,100. They will also review the alternate bid of $362,000 for a fence around the new tank and a proposed amendment to the Canyon Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) budget for FY 2025‑2026. Additional agenda items include a discussion of the Canyon Main Street Program, a work session on the 4th Street Pump Station Groundwater Storage Tank and Downtown 4th Avenue MPO application, and an executive session on personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: City approves settlement agreement with AATAG, granting manager signing authority

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. No action was taken on the bid award for the 4th Street Pump Station Groundwater Storage Tank project. The commission unanimously approved a $50,000 amendment to the Canyon Economic Development Corporation budget for FY 2025‑2026. The commission approved a settlement agreement with AATAG, giving the City Manager authority to sign on behalf of the city, with a 3‑1 vote.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC to allocate $50,000 of unrestricted funds for FY 2025‑26 projects

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will approve the September 2025 meeting minutes and financial statements. It will consider public comments and operational updates. The board will designate $50,000 of the unrestricted net position for additional projects in fiscal year 2025‑2026. It will also act on a legal response to a civil suit filed by Furman Family Partnerships, LLP and hold an executive session on economic‑development projects and real‑property matters.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to consider vacating alley for commercial development

The City Commission will discuss vacating an alley right-of-way in the Gilvin & Brymer College Park Addition to allow for commercial redevelopment. The body will also consider a temporary utility easement for a water line at 208 23rd Street and the purchase of a rear-loader trash truck.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved $322,159 purchase of rear‑loader trash truck

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 16 meeting. It also unanimously authorized the purchase of a Mack Granite rear‑loader trash truck for $322,159. Additionally, the commission adopted Ordinance No. 1241 to vacate an alley right‑of‑way and approved a temporary utility easement for existing water lines. The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

Thu Sep 25, 2025

Vision Zero Committee

Vision Zero Committee meets to discuss safety plan and next steps

The SS4A Vision Zero Advisory Committee will call the meeting to order, introduce Goodman Corporation consultants and the Canyon Community Advisory Committee, and hear a presentation from the consultants. The committee will also set dates for future meetings before adjourning. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to consider abandoning alley right‑of‑way and temporary utility easement

The Canyon City Commission will vote on Ordinance No. 1241 to vacate an alley right‑of‑way in the Gilvin & Brymer College Park Addition north of 3rd Avenue. It will also consider a temporary utility easement for an existing water line at 208 23rd St, north of 3rd Avenue. Additional agenda items include a City Engineer contract, a resolution reviewing the city’s investment policy, and nominations to the Randall County Appraisal District board.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves two-year City Engineer contract with High Plains

The commission unanimously approved an amended contract for the City Engineer with High Plains Civil Engineers, establishing a new two‑year term starting Oct. 1, 2025. It also adopted Resolution No. 30‑2025 to review the city’s investment policy and appointed two members to the Canyon Housing Authority Board. Municipal Court Judge Jennifer Cates and City Attorney Chuck Hester were reappointed with 4% merit increases. No action was taken on Resolution No. 29‑2025 or on the ordinance items presented.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC approves 2025‑2026 budget and elects new board officers

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation approved the minutes from the July 2025 meeting and the July 2025 financial statements. The board then approved the proposed 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget. Board officers for 2025‑2026 were elected by acclamation: Robyn Cranmer as President, Keith Brown as Vice President, Jed Welch as Treasurer, and Thompson Mayberry as Secretary. The meeting entered an executive session, during which no action was taken.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved the 2025‑2026 Economic Development budget

The commission approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved the Canyon Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026, also unanimously. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City to hold public hearing on 2025-2026 budget

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 1239, which appropriates funds for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a report on the June 30, 2025 financial status.

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✓ Decided: City approved $14 million general‑obligation bond issuance

The commission unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1237 to issue up to $14 million in general‑obligation bonds. It also unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1238 amending the city’s zoning regulations and the 2025‑2026 Board of City Development budget of $311,900. A proposed 2025 tax rate was placed on the agenda for a public hearing on August 19, and a request to reduce pro‑rata fees for a multifamily project was denied.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: City approved $14 million general obligation bond issuance

The commission unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1237 authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $14 million in general obligation bonds for police, fire, and city‑hall projects. It also set a public hearing for the proposed 2025 tax rate of $0.51181 per $100 valuation, which passed with a 4‑5 vote. The commission unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1238 amending the city’s zoning regulations. Additional actions included unanimous approvals of the June 30 financial and investment reports, the 2025‑2026 Board of City Development budget of $311,900, and board appointments.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: City Commission approves ambulance service agreement and multiple zoning changes

The commission unanimously approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes and a new ambulance service agreement with BSA Emergency Services for the city limits. It adopted Ordinance 1230 amending the 2025‑2026 Master Schedule of Charges and Fees by a 3‑2 vote. The commission also unanimously approved Ordinance 1232 annexing the Phantom Creek area, Ordinance 1236 establishing temporary zoning for that subdivision, Ordinance 1234 re‑zoning two properties on 1st Ave, and denied Ordinance 1233 re‑zoning of 1212 UH 60.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: Canyon annexes CISD land and approves interlocal forensics contract

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. Commissioners adopted Ordinance No. 1231, annexing the CISD property into the city limits. They also unanimously authorized an interlocal contract with Amarillo for the SPEX Forensics (AFIS) database. After an executive session, no further action was taken.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: City Commission approved exclusivity agreement for a new micro-hospital

The commission adopted the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting unanimously. It approved Resolution 25-2025, authorizing the planning department to pursue a supplemental U.S. DOT SS4A grant, also unanimously. After an executive session, the commission entered an exclusivity agreement with BSA Health System for the development of a micro‑hospital, again unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved two properties to change from single‑family to multi‑family zoning

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved Kyle and Colt Paris’s request to rezone two parcels from SF‑5 (single‑family patio) to MF‑2 (multi‑family two‑story). The commission voted 3‑1 to deny Brittany Russell’s request to rezone 1212 UH 60 from RC‑2 (commercial) to I (industrial).

Tue Jun 3, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approves subdivision waiver and June 3 minutes

The City Commission approved the minutes of the June 3, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The Commission also approved a waiver for the Spring Canyon subdivision connectivity index requirement, as recommended by staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission, with a unanimous vote. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

Tue May 20, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: City accepts Jim and Sharon Brown's property donation for a new animal shelter

The commission approved the minutes from previous meetings, accepted a property donation from Jim and Sharon Brown for an animal shelter, and approved the early prepayment of $182,610 on city bonds. It also authorized several resolutions: an addendum to the Mayra Park water‑wastewater agreement, an annexation petition from CISD, exclusive management rights for the July 4 celebration, and parking restrictions for the parade. No motion was made on the proposed Capital Recovery Fee ordinance.

Tue May 13, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved several zoning changes and a subdivision waiver

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the September 10, 2024 meeting minutes. It recommended approval of a zoning change for Spring Canyon Unit 4 RC‑2 (Cornmercial District) and for Phantom Creek Subdivision SF‑42 (Single Family Agricultural). The commission also accepted a request to zone a parcel at the southwest corner of FM 2590 and W Countrlr Club Rd as RC‑2 Commercial, and approved a subdivision waiver for Spring Canyon Unit 4. All motions passed unanimously.

Tue May 13, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: Commission adopted Ordinance No. 1226 declaring bond election results

The City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 1226, which canvasses and declares the official results of the Canyon public‑safety bond election. The motion was moved by Mayor Pro‑Tem Cody Jones, seconded by Commissioner Robyn Cranmer, and carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

Tue May 6, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: City Commission set public hearing schedule for Phantom Creek annexation

The commission unanimously adopted Resolution 17-2025, establishing the date, time, and place for public hearings on annexing the Phantom Creek area. It also unanimously approved Resolution 15-2025, providing $13,000 to the Canyon Chamber of Commerce for the July 4 fireworks celebration, and authorized staff to negotiate a contract for a Transportation Safety Action Plan. The minutes of the April 15 meeting were approved, and no action was taken on the Capital Improvement Plan presentation.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: Commission approved $78,000 job incentive funding for Pondaseta Brewing

The City Commission unanimously adopted a $78,000 funding agreement for Pondaseta Brewing to support new employee incentives. It also set an annexation calendar for the Phantom Creek property and scheduled a public hearing on May 20, 2025 to discuss capital recovery fees for water, wastewater, and road systems. Additionally, the commission awarded the $5 million Lift Station #8 construction contract to Scott Wampler Construction and appointed a new member to the Canyon Area Library Board.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously authorizes drainage plan contract and approves prior minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. It also authorized city staff to negotiate a contract for professional services to develop a Master Drainage Plan and Drainage Criteria Manual, again unanimously. No action was taken on items discussed in the executive session.