Eastland public meetings in 2025
45 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2025 12 18 called
The Board of City Commissioners will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a vehicle purchase for the Eastland Fire Department.
- Purchase of a 2023 Alexis Commercial pumper for the City of Eastland Fire Department
2025 12 15
The Board of City Commissioners will discuss updates to the city's rate and fee schedule and a zoning change for tattoo and body piercing studios. The body will also consider funding for community events and a contract for grant administration services.
- Ordinance 25-926: Proposed amended comprehensive rate and fee schedule for city services
- Ordinance 25-925: Proposed zoning change to allow tattoo and body piercing studios in C1, C2, LI, and HI districts
- Resolution 2025-19: Proposed contract with Langford Community Management Services for CDBG-GLO-MIT RCP grant management
- Use of Hotel/Motel Funds for Ranger College (Vietnam Memorial Wall) and Lyric Art Center
- Draft of ordinance 26-927 regarding tiny homes
2025 12 08
The Eastland Economic Development Board of Directors will meet to review lease renewals and updates. The board will also hold multiple executive sessions to discuss potential development agreements and real property appraisals.
- Cornerstone Agency Lease Renewal
- Gridco Lease Update
- Potential Development Agreement: Impact Compression
- Development Agreement: Sparta Way
- Real Property appraisal and pricing for Airport and Industrial Park Road Frontage
2025 12 08
The Eastland Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on case 25‑005, where applicant Kyle Corr seeks to rezone the property at 313 N Hillcrest from SF (single‑family) to MH (manufactured‑home) zoning. After the hearing, the board will reconvene in the same meeting to take action on the rezoning request. The board will also approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting and receive a staff update.
- Approve minutes of the November 13, 2025 Planning & Zoning Board meeting
- Public hearing on rezoning request (case 25‑005) for 313 N Hillcrest, Parcel #770
- Board to reconvene and take action on the rezoning request
- Staff update
- Invocation, pledge to the flag, and public comment period
2025 12 08
The Planning and Zoning Board approved the minutes from the November 13 meeting. It voted to table the rezoning application for 313 N Hillcrest until more information is provided. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.
- Approved November 13 minutes (3‑0, 2 absent)
- Tabled rezoning of 313 N Hillcrest from SF to MH (3‑1, 2 absent)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
2025 12 08
The Eastland Youth Sports Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several items. The agenda includes a financial report and updates regarding fields and seasonal scheduling.
- Community block grant discussion
- Field update
- Financial report
- Upcoming season scheduling
2025 12 08
The Eastland Economic Development Board approved the minutes from its November meetings and accepted the November 2025 financial report. It discussed lease matters for the Cornerstone Agency and Gridco, noting no action was required. The board voted to use West Texas Appraisal Review to determine a per‑acre price for properties it has for sale at the Airport Industrial Park.
- Approve minutes of November 4 and November 18, 2025 board meetings
- Accept November 2025 finance report
- Discuss Cornerstone Agency lease renewal (no action taken)
- Update Gridco lease effective date to December 1, 2025 (no action taken)
- Motion to use West Texas Appraisal Review to set per‑acre price for Airport Industrial Park properties
Commercial Water Service Application
The council will receive and process commercial water service applications, which include a $200 minimum deposit and a $25 non‑refundable turn‑on fee. Applicants must provide a lease agreement or deed, articles of incorporation, and the required deposit before service activation. The agenda also includes Certificate of Occupancy applications that must comply with fire, building and health codes, with the possibility of revocation for violations. No specific decisions are listed; the agenda consists of application forms and procedural requirements.
- Minimum $200 deposit (refundable) required before water activation
- Non‑refundable $25 turn‑on fee due at application
- Applicants must submit lease agreement or deed, articles of incorporation, and deposit payment
- Customers must install and maintain backflow prevention devices at their own expense
- Certificate of Occupancy may be revoked by Fire Marshall or Planning Director for code violations
Residential Water Service Application
The provided document is a residential water service application and agreement rather than a meeting agenda. It outlines the requirements, fees, and regulations for residents applying for city water service.
- Non-refundable $25.00 turn-on fee
- $150.00 deposit for owners
- $200.00 deposit for renters
- Requirement for deed or rental/lease agreement
- Option to enroll in the CodeRED Emergency Notification System
2025 11 18 called
The Eastland Economic Development, Inc. Board met on November 18, 2025. The board discussed leasing a 10‑acre lot north of Blake Fulenwider in the Business Park to Gridco, Inc., a tree‑mitigation service partnering with Oncor. The board voted to approve a month‑to‑month lease for one to three months at $2,500 per month. The motion passed with votes from Crum, Doyle, and Bradley; no opposition.
- Lease of 10‑acre lot north of Blake Fulenwider (Business Park) to Gridco, Inc.
- Month‑to‑month lease term of 1–3 months at $2,500 per month
2025 11 18 Called
The Eastland Economic Development Board will meet on November 18, 2025 at City Hall. The board may discuss and consider land leases to Gridco, Inc. Public comment on any subject not listed on the agenda is also permitted.
- Discuss and consider land leases to Gridco, Inc.
2025 11 17
The Eastland City Commission will discuss a range of items including tree removal at the courthouse square, acceptance of the FY 2024 audit, and several ordinance proposals. Key proposals are the second readings of Ordinances 25‑921 (zoning change), 25‑922 (duplex permit), 25‑923 (sex‑offender residence restriction), and 25‑924 (golf‑cart regulations). The board will also consider purchases of trailers funded by a Wildfire Mitigation Grant and two grant‑application resolutions.
- Second reading of Ordinance 25‑921 changing zoning from C1 to SF for a southwest 50’ × 100’ tract
- Second reading of Ordinance 25‑922 providing a specific use permit for duplexes in the SF district
- Second reading of Ordinance 25‑923 amending Chapter 9 to increase sex‑offender residence restriction to 2,000 ft from child‑gathering places
- Second reading of Ordinance 25‑924 adopting Article VIII “Golf Carts” to allow limited operation with permits
- Approval of purchase of a gooseneck trailer using funds from the Wildfire Mitigation Grant
2025 11 13
The Planning and Zoning Board approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It also approved Ordinance 25-925, which expands the permitted use of studio, tattoo, and body‑piercing businesses into C1, C2, Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial districts and removes the specific‑use permit requirement. The ordinance will be presented to the Eastland City Commission on November 17, 2025. The board adjourned the meeting unanimously.
- Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)
- Approved Ordinance 25-925 expanding studio, tattoo, piercing use (3‑0)
- Adjourned meeting unanimously
2025 11 13
The Eastland Planning & Zoning Board will meet to discuss changes to the city's code of ordinances. The primary focus is a proposal to allow tattoo and body piercing studios in specific zoned districts.
- Ordinance 25-925: Expanding "Studio, tattoo or body piercing" permitted use to C1 and C2 zoned districts
- Ordinance 25-925: Removing Specific Use Permit requirement for tattoo/piercing studios in LI (Light Industrial) and HI (Heavy Industrial) districts
2025 11 04
The Eastland Economic Development Board will approve prior meeting minutes and receive a finance report. It will discuss reimbursement for goody bags from the Eastland ISD Administration Convention. The board will enter executive sessions to consider real property at the Business Park, potential economic development negotiations, and personnel actions including an additional Economic Development Attorney.
- Reimbursement to Executive Director for Eastland ISD Administration Convention goody bags
- Executive session on real property located at the Business Park (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
- Executive session on economic development negotiations – potential business development (Tex. Gov. Code §551.087)
- Executive session on personnel matters, including appointment of an additional Economic Development Attorney (Tex. Gov. Code §551.074)
- Reconvene to take action on the above executive session items
2025 11 04
The Eastland Economic Development Board approved a $641.37 reimbursement to Executive Director Terry Slavens for goody‑bag supplies. It also adopted a squatter notification giving a deadline of January 1, 2026 for vacating the Business Park premises. No actions were taken on the economic‑development negotiations or personnel matters discussed in executive sessions.
- Approved reimbursement to Executive Director Terry Slavens of $641.37 for goody‑bag items (letter openers $373.98, bandaids $267.39).
- Adopted squatter notification setting a vacate deadline of Jan 1 2026 for the Business Park property.
- No action taken on economic‑development negotiations executive session.
- No action taken on personnel matters regarding an additional Economic Development Attorney.
- Cornerstone renewed its lease at the Eastland County Museum (reported, not a decision).
2025 11 03 called
The Board of City Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to rezone a property from commercial to single-family residential. The board will also discuss a specific use permit to allow a duplex at that location and the reappointment of two Board of Adjustment members.
- Public Hearing P25-004: Rezone 410 S. Mulberry from C1 Commercial to SF Single Family
- Ordinance 25-921: First reading to change zoning designation for 410 S. Mulberry
- Ordinance 25-922: First reading for a specific use permit for duplexes at 410 S. Mulberry
- Reappointment of Vicki Armstrong and Don Griffin to the Board of Adjustment
- Executive session regarding real property at Lot 103, Block C, of Eastland Economic Development, Inc. Addition
2025 11 03 called
The City Commission considered and approved the first reading of Ordinance 25-921, rezoning the property at 410 S. Mulberry from C1 Commercial to Single‑Family Residential. It also approved the first reading of Ordinance 25-922, granting a specific use permit for a duplex on the same parcel. Additionally, the commission reappointed Vicki Armstrong and Don Griffin to the Board of Adjustment through September 30 2027.
- Ordinance 25-921 – rezoning 410 S. Mulberry from C1 Commercial to SF Residential (first reading approved)
- Ordinance 25-922 – specific use permit for duplex on 410 S. Mulberry (first reading approved)
- Reappointment of Vicki Armstrong to the Board of Adjustment, term ending 09/30/2027 (approved)
- Reappointment of Don Griffin to the Board of Adjustment, term ending 09/30/2027 (approved)
- Executive session item on Lot 103, Block C, Eastland Economic Development, Inc. Addition – noted as no longer needed
2025 10 20 Called
The Eastland Economic Development Board will meet on Oct. 20, 2025. The board may enter an executive session to discuss a potential purchase of real property. No price, location, or other details are provided in the agenda.
- Potential purchase of real property – to be discussed in executive session (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
2025 10 20
The Eastland Board of City Commissioners will discuss renewing publicity and tourism agreements with several local organizations, consider 2025 contracts with Eastland County for dispatch and firefighting services, and hold first readings of multiple ordinances covering a zoning change, a duplex use permit, sex‑offender residence restrictions, and golf‑cart regulations. The agenda also includes a bid award for a small property near Interstate 20 and a beautification project. All items are listed for discussion and possible action.
- Renew publicity and tourism agreements with Eastland Community Foundation, Eastland Centre for the Arts, Inc., Eastland Chamber of Commerce, Eastland County Museum, Eastland Fine Arts Association, and The Austin McCloud Museum
- Approve the 2025 contract with Eastland County for Dispatch Services
- Approve the 2025 contract with Eastland County for Firefighting Services
- First reading of Ordinance 25‑921 to change zoning of a southwest 50’ × 100’ parcel from C1 (Local Business District) to SF (Single‑Family Residence District)
- First reading of Ordinance 25‑922 to provide a specific‑use permit for duplexes in the SF district on the same parcel
2025 10 20
The Eastland City Commission approved contracts for county dispatch and firefighting services, renewed tourism agreements, and authorized the sale of surplus police vehicles. The body also advanced a first reading on a sex offender residency restriction ordinance and a golf cart ordinance.
- Approved 2025 contracts with Eastland County for dispatch and firefighting services
- Renewed publicity and tourism agreements with Eastland Community Foundation, Eastland Centre for the Arts, and Eastland Chamber of Commerce
- Authorized sale of three decommissioned police vehicles via GovDeals.com
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-923 to increase sex offender residency restriction to 2,000 feet
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-924 to regulate golf cart operation within the city
2025 10 20 called
The Eastland Economic Development, Inc. Board of Directors met to discuss a potential property purchase related to TxDOT. The board authorized two members to represent the organization for the transaction.
- Authorized Matthew Crum and Executive Director Terry Slavens to represent EEDI for property purchase
- Executive session held to deliberate on Real Property: Potential Purchase of Property – TxDOT
- Meeting called to order at 12:02 p.m. and adjourned at 12:21 p.m.
- Board members present: Matthew Crum, Vicki Bradley, James Doyle
- Board members absent: Carolyn White, Mark Pipkin
2025 10 20 called
The Eastland Economic Development Inc. board held an executive session to discuss a possible acquisition of Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) property. Afterward, the board voted to authorize board member Matthew Crum and Executive Director Terry Slavens to act on behalf of EEDI for any property purchase up to the amount previously approved. The motions passed unanimously with three ayes and no nays.
- Executive session to deliberate potential purchase of TxDOT property
- Motion authorizing Matthew Crum and Executive Director Terry Slavens to represent EEDI for property purchase up to approved amount
2025 10 14
The Eastland Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Clint Coffee to rezone a property from C1 Commercial to SF – Single Family. The board will also consider a Specific Use Permit to allow the remodeling of an existing building into a duplex.
- Public Hearing: P&Z Case 25-004 for 410 S. Mulberry (Parcel 12010)
- Request to rezone from C1 Commercial to SF – Single Family
- Request for Specific Use Permit to allow a duplex in SF – Single Family zoning
2025 10 14
The Planning and Zoning Board approved the minutes of the May 12, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. The board then approved the rezoning of 410 S. Mulberry from C1 – Local Business District to SF – Single Family with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved minutes of May 12, 2025 meeting (3-0)
- Approved rezoning of 410 S. Mulberry to Single Family (3-0)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
2025 10 06 called
The Board of Directors decided on funding for a travel guide and membership dues. They also appointed a representative for two property closings and authorized a bid for excess TxDOT property.
- Approved $592.50 for a Texas Midwest Community Network travel guide ad (half of $1,185) and $400 for TMCN dues
- Appointed Vicki Bradley to sign at the closing of Industrial Park property to Placer Water Works
- Appointed Vicki Bradley to sign at the closing of property adjacent to Red Star
- Authorized Executive Director Terry Slavens to submit a sealed bid for excess TxDOT property
- Reported that local sales tax is being collected from Veterans Garage Doors
2025 09 19 called
The Eastland City Commission approved a property tax rate increase of 4.53% to .483945 and adopted the EEDI budget for FY2025-2026. The meeting also approved amended minutes from July 21, 2025.
- Approved amended minutes from July 21, 2025
- Approved EEDI Budget Amendment
- Approved EEDI Budget for FY2025-2026
- Adopted Ordinance 25-920 increasing property tax rate to .483945
- Public hearing on tax rate held with no comments
2025 09 19 called
The Eastland Board of City Commissioners will consider several budget items, including an amendment to the EEDI budget and the full 2025-2026 EEDI budget. Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the city tax rate and conduct the first reading of Ordinance 25-920 to adopt that tax rate. The meeting also includes approval of amended minutes from July 21, 2025 and a second reading of Ordinance 25-919 adopting the budget.
- Approve amended minutes from July 21, 2025
- Public hearing on tax rate
- Discussion and consideration of approving EEDI Budget Amendment
- Discussion and consideration of approving EEDI Budget for 2025-2026
- First reading of Ordinance 25-920 adopting tax rate
2025 09 18 called
The Eastland Economic Development Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2025-2026 budget and a budget amendment. The board will also consider the reappointment of a board member.
- Approval of EEDI Budget for 2025-2026
- Approval of EEDI Budget Amendment
- Reappointment of Matthew Crum for the term ending in 2028
2025 09 15
The Eastland Board of City Commissioners will discuss and consider action on the 2024 amended budget, a cooperative ambulance service contract, and the renewal of tourism agreements. The board will also deliberate the purchase of real property along Interstate 20 during an executive session.
- Discussion of EEDI FYE 2024 Amended Budget
- Discussion of Cooperative Ambulance Service Contract
- Renewal of Publicity and Tourism Agreements
- Executive session to discuss real property along Interstate 20
- Discussion of accepting resignation from Youth Sports Advisory Board
2025 09 15
The City Commission approved several service contracts and administrative updates. The body also heard public testimony regarding the potential for tiny homes and floodplain regulation reform.
- Approved Cooperative Ambulance Service Contract for $114,715
- Approved existing contract amount of $29,020 for Eastland County Crisis Center, Inc.
- Approved Resolution 2025-14 to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approved creation of two bank accounts for Texas Water Development Board funds
- Public comment presented a proposal to allow accessory dwelling units and tiny homes
2025 09 11 called
The Eastland Board of City Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the tax rate. They will discuss the second reading of Ordinance 24-919, which adopts the city budget. They will also discuss the first reading of Ordinance 24-920, which adopts a tax levy. Actions may be taken on these items after discussion.
- Public hearing on tax rate
- Second reading of Ordinance 24-919 adopting budget
- First reading of Ordinance 24-920 adopting tax levy
2025 09 11 called
The Eastland City Commission met on September 11, 2025. Commissioners approved the second reading of Ordinance 25-919, adopting the city’s 2025‑2026 budget. They also approved the first reading of Ordinance 25-920, adopting a tax levy rate of .483945 for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year. A public hearing on the tax rate was held earlier in the meeting.
- Second reading of Ordinance 25-919 adopting the 2025‑2026 budget
- First reading of Ordinance 25-920 adopting tax levy rate of .483945
- Public hearing on tax rate
2025 09 09 called
The Eastland Board of City Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the city budget and consider the first reading of Ordinance 25-919, which adopts the budget by record vote. The meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. in City Hall at 113 E. Commerce Street. No other substantive items are listed.
- Public hearing on the city budget
- First reading of Ordinance 25-919 to adopt the budget (record vote)
2025 09 09 called
The City Commission held a public hearing on the budget and considered the first reading of Ordinance 25-919 to adopt the budget by record vote. Commissioners Rossander, Stuart, and Vernon voted aye, and the motion to approve the first reading passed unanimously.
- Public hearing on the city budget
- First reading of Ordinance 25-919 to adopt the budget (record vote)
2025 09 02
The Youth Sports Advisory Board approved the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted Jacob Page’s resignation. It unanimously recommended reappointing two members for another term, declined a memorial plaque, and approved seeking city funding for refrigerator purchases in spring 2026. Several items, including a new board member and sprinkler issues, were tabled.
- Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended City Commission accept Jacob Page’s resignation (unanimous)
- Tabled appointment of a new board member (unanimous)
- Recommended reappointment of Steven Gustin and Scotty Kanady for another term (unanimous)
- Declined placement of a memorial plaque (unanimous)
- Approved approach to City for refrigerator funding in spring 2026 (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on sprinkler inspection and repair estimates (unanimous)
- Approved subcommittee of Steven Gustin, Scotty Kanady, and Bucky Williams (unanimous)
2025 08 18
The Eastland City Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on city facilities, and discuss several agenda items including police camera agreements, historic preservation grants, and the 2026 tax rate.
- Approval of police camera agreement with Texas Department of Transportation
- Discussion of 2026 Historic Preservation Board grant applications
- Approval of 2026 Eastland Historic Preservation Board grant application
- Discussion of appointing members to the Board of Adjustment
- Budget Workshop #2 to approve the 2026 tax rate
2025 08 11
The board approved equipment funding for two businesses and updated bank signature requirements. They also authorized the Executive Director to attend a conference in San Antonio.
- Approved $54,000 for Sweet Cheeks BBQ equipment purchase, contingent on lease terms and legal approval
- Approved funding for Placer Water Works for a compressor and a shear, contingent on property closing and dirt work
- Established a $500 threshold for expenditures requiring only one signature
- Removed Terry Slavens from bank signature cards
- Authorized Executive Director to attend the TEDC Annual Conference in San Antonio, October 29-31, 2025
2025 07 07
The Youth Sports Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously recommended that the City Commission approve an amendment to the bylaws allowing members to serve on both boards. Items on memorial plaques, refrigerator replacement, and other topics were tabled for future discussion. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended City Commission approve bylaws amendment (unanimous)
- Memorial plaque placement item tabled until next meeting
- Refrigerator replacement item tabled until next meeting
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
2025 06 02
The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. They approved a June 9, 2025 meeting to begin uninstalling the old scoreboards and installing the new ones arriving June 5. A motion to permit Youth Sports Advisory Board members to also serve on the Eastland Sports Organization board was rejected after three members voted nay. The board also approved that each field representative maintain their own fields in the off‑season and have Scotty Roberts evaluate the complex’s sprinkler system, then adjourned.
- Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved June 9, 2025 meeting to start scoreboard installation (unanimous)
- Rejected motion allowing EYSAB members to serve on ESO board (3 nays)
- Approved field representatives to maintain fields off‑season and to have Scotty Roberts assess sprinkler system (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:17 p.m. (unanimous)
2025 05 14
The board approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting with a 3‑0 vote and one member absent. It also approved a $2,760 request to replace two 20‑year‑old wooden trash receptacles with metal ones, again by a 3‑0 vote with one absent. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (3‑0, 1 absent)
- Approved $2,760 fund request for metal trash receptacles (3‑0, 1 absent)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
2025 05 12
The board approved the minutes of the March 10, 2025 meeting. It approved the rezoning of 403 S. Daugherty from C1 (Local Business District) to SF (Single Family). The board recommended moving Penny Cate to alternate and adding Norman Owen as an alternate and James Doyle as a full member. The meeting was adjourned.
- Approved minutes of March 10, 2025 meeting (3-0, 1 absent)
- Approved rezoning of 403 S. Daugherty from C1 to SF (3-0, 1 absent)
- Recommended moving Penny Cate from board member to alternate (3-0, 1 absent)
- Recommended adding Norman Owen as an alternate board member (3-0, 1 absent)
- Recommended adding James Doyle as a full board member (3-0, 1 absent)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
2025 05 05
The Youth Sports Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Members discussed future budget needs for several fields and the concession stand, but no formal approvals were made. The board then adjourned the meeting at 6:34 p.m. by unanimous vote.
- Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m. (unanimous)
2025 05 04
The Board approved the minutes of the October 6, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved a variance permitting an additional cargo container on the residential property at 1411 S Lamar. Both motions passed with all four members voting aye and no nays.
- Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved variance for a second cargo container at 1411 S Lamar (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
2025 04 07
The Youth Sports Advisory Board approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting. It authorized seeking pricing information for smart locks for restroom management. The board approved the Complex Usage Agreement and its updated Rules and Regulations. A motion to table further acquisition of Diamond Pro material was also passed.
- Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Authorized seeking pricing information for smart restroom locks (unanimous)
- Approved the Complex Usage Agreement and updated Rules (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on acquiring more Diamond Pro until next budget cycle (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)