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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$2.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$1.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$1.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$49K (FY2023)
Spending per resident$815 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202517 housing units ($1.7M)

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Mon Jul 27, 2026

City Council

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026. Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting on Monday, July 27, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et. Seq., to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed ona future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 = 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 940-567-6321 or by fax 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. INVOCATION. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS. “| Pled [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 28, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Commission holds public hearing on major repat of 24‑acre Boro Den subdivision

The Jacksboro Planning and Zoning Commission will swear in two reappointed members and consider appointing a chairperson. It will review and approve the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. The commission will conduct a public hearing and discuss a recommendation for Case Z-01-2026, which seeks to re‑parcel four parcels (60086, 60088, 50643, 60087) into 32 residential lots on a 24.15‑acre tract known as the Boro Den Subdivision on State Highway 148.

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NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2026 Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a published and posted Public Meeting, as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, §552.041, on September 4, 2025, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap, Jacksboro, Texas for consideration of the following agenda items. The Planning and Zoning Commission reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 - 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. The Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations will be heard by the City Council of the City of Jacksboro after the 2nd scheduled published and posted Public Hearing at the Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting. All agenda items are subject to action. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 940-567-6321 or by FAX 940- 567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. SWEARING IN OF REAPPOINTED COMMISSION MEMBERS: JACKIE RHOTEN, PLACE 2; JENNIFER MEADOR PLACE 4. 3. COMMISSION TO CONSIDER [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on $39,000 street equipment purchase

The Jacksboro City Council will discuss and take action on buying a used BOMAG dual drum roller for $39,000 for the Street Department. They will also consider a warranty deed for 0.48 acres at 116 Cromeans and related easement agreements, and an ordinance amending Chapter 12 water regulations. A budget workshop will review the Grant Program Advisory Board FY27 funding recommendation and a draft budget.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026. Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et. Seq., to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed on a future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 = 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 940-567-6321 or by fax 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. INVOCATION. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS. “| Ple [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council

City Council may hold a quorum for a police grant presentation

A possible quorum of the Jacksboro City Council may attend a grant presentation to the Jacksboro Police Department on July 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The presentation is from the Law Enforcement Charitable Foundation. No formal action, discussion, or deliberation on city business will occur. The meeting is scheduled at the Jacksboro Police Department, 124 E Belknap, Jacksboro, Texas.

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Jacksboro NOTICE OF POSSIBLE CITY COUNCIL QUORUM Grant Presentation from the Law Enforcement Charitable Foundation to The Jacksboro Police Department Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Jacksboro Police Department 124 E Belknap Jacksboro, Texas. A quorum of the City of Jacksboro City Council may be in attendance for a grant presentation to the City of Jacksboro Police Department on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. No formal action will be taken and no discussion or deliberations will occur regarding city business. | do hereby certify that the above Notice of Possible City Council Quorum was posted at City Hall, City of Jacksboro, Texas, on June 29, 2026. Shalyn L. Burritt City Secretary
Sat Jun 27, 2026

City Council

City Council may attend TNT Festival; no formal action will be taken

The council will note a possible quorum at the TNT Festival in downtown Jacksboro on June 27, 2026. The notice states that council members may be present but no city business will be discussed or decided. The notice was posted at City Hall on June 23, 2026 in compliance with state law.

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Jacksboro NOTICE OF POSSIBLE CITY COUNCIL QUORUM TNT Festival Hosted by the City of Jacksboro Downtown Jacksboro Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 Time: 11a.m.-11 p.m. Location: Courthouse Square, East Archer and North Main Streets Jacksboro, Texas. A quorum of the City of Jacksboro City Council may be in attendance for TNT Festival, downtown Jacksboro on the Courthouse Square, East Archer and North Main Streets. No formal action will be taken and no discussion or deliberations will occur regarding city business. | do hereby certify that the above Notice of Possible City Council Quorum was posted at City Hall, City of Jacksboro, Texas, in compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, on June 23, 2026. Shalyn L. Burritt City Secretary
Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to discuss budget appropriations and zoning for food vendors

The City Council will consider three budget appropriations and an ordinance updating mobile food vendor zoning regulations. The body will also discuss the sale and transfer of city-owned property and hold a budget workshop for fiscal year 2026-2027.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved sale of 205 South 6 Street property for $4,000.

The council approved several routine items, including the June 8 minutes and the monthly financial report. It adopted a new ordinance allowing mobile food trucks without permits and approved three small budget amendment ordinances. The council also voted to sell the 205 South 6 Street parcel for $4,000 and tableed a special warranty deed request.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026. Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et. Seq., to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed on a future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 - 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 940-567-6321 or by fax 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. INVOCATION. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS. “| Ple [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Alton Morris Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Alderman Place 2 Shelley Sewell Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Mayor Pro Tem Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson ALDERMEN ABSENT MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY JUNE 22, 2026 CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief Jerry Penny, Chief of Police Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Secretary Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director Saylea Mayfield, Finance Director Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Tedra Bilby, Administrative Assistant PD Officer James Henry Officer Lorenzo Pardo Officer Jarred Gonzales JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Alderman Place 3 Joe Logan Lacy Myrick, Municipal Court Clerk Crystal Mitchell, Utility Billing Clerk Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector CITY ATTORNEY PRESENT 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Michael Smith. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4, PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments were made. Item 5. Proclamation was passed to be heard when the recipient's family could arrive. 6. CEREMONIAL SWEARING IN OFFICER LORENZO PARDO TO THE JACKSBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT. City Secretary Shalyn Burritt ceremonially swore in Officer Lorenzo Pardo as the newest officer in the Jacksboro Police Department. Officer Pardo was officially sworn in Monday morning, June 22, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider fire mitigation rates and park conduct rules

The City Council will review ordinances regarding fire department mitigation rates and prohibited conduct in parks. The body will also discuss the FY 2026/2027 strategic plan and the budget calendar.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved a hotel construction contract with Five Star Lodging

The council unanimously approved Resolution R-14-2026 authorizing a sales contract with Five Star Lodging for a new hotel. It also approved resolutions for water‑treatment plant financing, reestablishing the hazard mitigation plan, two fire and parks ordinances, the audit‑service contract, and several board reappointments. The nomination of Mike Smith to the Texas Health Board was also approved.

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10. ORDINANCES. A. 0-14-2026: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AMENDING IN PART CHAPTER 6. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION, ARTICLE 6.02 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT; SECTION 6.02.008 MITIGATION RA TES FOR DEPLOYMENT OF EMERGENCY AND NONEMERGENCY SERVICES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. B. 0-15-2026: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AMENDING IN PART CHAPTER 10. STREETS, PARKS AND OTHER PUBLIC WAYS AND PLACES, ARTICLE 10.02 PARKS AND RECREATION; DIVISION 1. GENERALLY; SECTION 10.02.002 PROHIBITED CONDUCT; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DA TE. 11. COUNCIL TO REVIEW AND TAKE ACTION ON THE RENEWAL OF AUDITING SERVICES FROM EDGIN, PARKMAN, FLEMING & FLEMING, PC FOR FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2026. 12. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS NOMINATIONS FOR APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENT TO POSITIONS ON THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AND THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS. 13. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND CONSIDER THE NOMINATION OF MIKE SMITH FOR REGION 5 BOARD TRUSTEE FOR THE TEXAS HEAL TH BOARD OF TRUSTEES' BALLOT. 14. COUNCIL DISCUSSION ON TYPES OF BUSINESSES DESIRABLE TO THE CITY OF JACKSBORO FOR FUTURE GROWTH. 15. COUNCIL DISCUSSION ON THE CITY'S PARAMETERS FOR REGULATING ACTIVITY IN THE EXTRA TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION (ET J). 16. COU [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY JUNE 8, 2026 ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Alton Morris Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Alderman Place 2 Shelley Sewell Alderman Place 3 Joe Logan Jerry Penny, Chief of Police Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Mayor Pro Tem Secretary Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director Saylea Mayfield, Finance Director CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief ALDERMEN ABSENT Lacy Myrick, Municipal Court Clerk Crystal Mitchell, Utility Billing Clerk CITY ATTORNEY PRESENT Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement David Spiller Officer/Building Inspector Michael Booher, Animal Control Officer JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Brenda Tarpley, JEDC Director Lisa Story, JEDC 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Michael Smith. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4, PUBLIC COMMENTS Jesse Maxwell, Parks and Recreation Supervisor Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Jackson Bailey, Parks and Recreation Les Guthrie, Water/Waste Water Superintendent Anthony Shaw, Chief Water Treatment Operator Reagan Roberts, Water Treatment Operator Albert Aguilar, Chief Operator Water Distribution and Collection Jesse Parkey, Water Distribution Technician Officer “Doc” Wigington Officer James Henry Officer Emily Miller Reserve [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Mon May 18, 2026

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to canvass May 2, 2026, election results

The City Council will meet to canvass the results of the general and special elections held on May 2, 2026. The meeting includes the administration of oaths of office and the appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem.

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✓ Decided: Council appointed Alderman Joel Hood as Mayor Pro Tem

The council accepted the canvass of the May 2, 2026 general and special elections by unanimous consent. Alderman Joel Hood was appointed Mayor Pro Tem after a motion and second, with Hood abstaining and the motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALLED MEETING AND AGENDA JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the Mayor of the City of Jacksboro, Texas, has called a Special Called Meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by Local Government Code, Chapter 22, Sec.22.038, to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and Staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed on a future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 - 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 940-567-6321 or by FAX 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. P [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026 ALDERMEN PRESENT CITY STAFF PRESENT Mayor Alton Morris Michael Smith, City Manager sai Talia Inspacion Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Alderman Place 2 Shelley Sewell Manager/Fire Chief Alderman Place 3 Joe Logan Jerry Penny, Chief of Police Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Mayor Pro Tem Secretary Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director ALDERMEN ABSENT CITY ATTORNEY PRESENT David Spiller 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the special meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION Tyler Harmonson gave the invocation. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4. CITY OF JACKSBORO GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTIONS, HELD MAY 2, 2026. A. CANVASS OF THE GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTIONS - Current Council/Canvassing Authority. Mayor Morris directed the current council members to review the election results from the May 2, 2026 General and Special Elections. Alderman Harmonson made a motion to accept the canvass of the General and Special Elections held on May 2, 2026. Alderman Gonzales seconded the motion. Motion carried with unanimous consent. B. CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION — Mayor Aiton Morris. Mayor Morris read and presented the Certificates of Election to new council members, Shelley Sewell and Joe Logan. C. STATEMENT OF OFFICER - City Secretary, Shalyn Burritt. D. OATHS OF OFFICE - City Sec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 11, 2026

City Council

City Council to approve deed transfer of 614 Foxhall St property to Jonathan Darling

The council will consider a trust property item to transfer the deed for the parcel at 614 Foxhall Street, Jacksboro, to Jonathan Darling of Anson. They will also provide updates on ballot canvassing and the swearing‑in of newly elected aldermen scheduled for May 18, 2026, and note that the May 25, 2026 meeting was canceled. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves deed transfer of 614 Foxhall St to Jonathan Darling

The council approved the Consent Agenda and two resolutions, including adding the Finance Director as a signatory on city bank accounts and transferring the deed for 614 Foxhall Street to Jonathan Darling. A first reading was taken of a hotel construction performance agreement, with further action scheduled for June. The council discussed a proposed 30‑foot easement off Twin Lakes Road but took no action, and noted the cancellation of the May 25 meeting.

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10. TRUST PROPERTY: A. PROPERTY LOCATED AT 614 FOXHALL STREET, JACKSBORO TEXAS, 76458; PROVIDING DEED TO JONATHAN DARLING, 12429 COUNTY ROAD 372, ANSON, TEXAS; CAUSE NUMBER 5016-B FILED IN THE 2715r JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF JACK COUNTY, TEXAS, DESCRIBED AS PARCEL NUMBER 7278, FOURTEEN (14), BLOCK TWELVE (12), CITY OF JACKSBORO, JACK COUNTY, TEXAS, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN A DEED RECORDED IN VOLUME 310 AT PAGE 747 OF THE DEED RECORDS OF JACK COUNTY, TEXAS (R7278). 11. UPDATES: A. CANVASSING OF BALLOTS AND SWEARING-IN NEWLY ELECTED ALDERMEN: MAY 18, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. B. MAY 25, 2026, MEETING CANCELED. 12. ADJOURNMENT. I do hereby certify that the above "Notice of Meeting" of the City of Jacksboro City Council was posted at City Hall, City of Jacksboro, Texas in compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, on May 5, 2026. J/iaJ� rl�llltf: Shalyn L � City secretary City Council Agenda Regular Meeting 05/11/2026 Page 2 of 2
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY MAY 11, 2026 ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Alton Morris Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Mayor Pro Tem Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief Jerry Penny, Chief of Police Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Secretary Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director Saylea Mayfield, Finance Director Jesse Maxwell, Director of Parks and Recreation/Airport Manager ALDERMEN ABSENT Alderman Place 2 Vacant Alderman Place 3 CITY ATTORNEY PRESENT 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Michael Smith. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4, PUBLIC COMMENTS No members of the public signed up for public comments. 5. CERTIFICATION OF UNOPPOSED CANDIDATES: A. CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION - Mayor Alton Morris. Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Jackson Bailey, Parks and Recreation Thomas Rich, Street Maintenance Department Albert Aguilar, Chief Operator Water Distribution and Collection Jesse Parkey, Water Distribution Technician JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Brenda Tarpley, JEDC Director Mayor Morris signed the Certificate of Election for Alderman Place 1, Libby Gonzales, and Alderman Place 5, Tyler Harmonson, both unopposed candidates in the May [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Mon Apr 27, 2026

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to review FY2025 financial report and update park permits

The City Council will receive the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and introduce a new Director of Finance. Members will consider an ordinance amending park and recreation permits and discuss cancelling the May 25 meeting for Memorial Day.

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✓ Decided: City Council extends City Manager contract for one year

The council approved the minutes from the April 13 meeting and adopted Ordinance O‑13‑2026, which updates park and recreation permitting rules. Council members voted to cancel the May 25, 2026 meeting scheduled for the Memorial Day holiday. A motion to extend the City Manager’s contract by one year passed with three votes in favor and one against.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026. Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 412 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et. seq., to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and Staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed on a future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 651.071 — 551,090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking Spaces are available. Requests for accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 940-567-6321 or by FAX 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. INVOCATION. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS. “| P [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY APRIL 27, 2026 ALDERMEN PRESENT CITY STAFF PRESENT Jesse Parkey, Water Distribution Technician Mayor Alton Morris Michael Smith, City Manager Detective James Henry, JPD Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Officer Jarred Gonzales, JPD Alderman Place 2 Vacant, Manager/Fire Chief Tedra Bilby, Administrative Assistant JPD Alderman Place 3, Greg Robinson Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Secretary Officer/Building Inspector Mayor Pro Tem Lt. Alvin Bilby, JPD Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director Thomas Rich, Street Maintenance Saylea Mayfield, Finance Director Department ALDERMEN ABSENT Les Guthrie, Water Department Superintendent JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CITY ATTORNEYS PRESENT Anthony Shaw, Chief Water Treatment CORPORATION David Spiller Operator 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Jack Maddox. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ms. Sherry Rupe spoke to the council about the recently passed Ordinance addressing home numbers on residences in the City. Ms. Rupe felt that the Ordinance created a financial burden on many of the residents of the City and suggested that the City buy the address numbers wholesale to help those who cannot afford t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Mon Apr 13, 2026

City Council

Council to approve hotel construction contract with Five Star Lodging

The council will consider two resolutions, including removing certain officials as agents for city bank accounts (R-12-2026) and authorizing a sales contract and performance agreement for the construction of a hotel between the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation and Five Star Lodging (R-13-2026). Council members will discuss the roof repair or replacement for the Chamber/Jacksboro EDC building, a policy and fee schedule for organizations using city facilities, and a hire‑on bonus for police applicants who are TCOLE certified. Additional topics include a possible RV park at Twin Lakes City Park and a proposal to shift duties from the city manager to the mayor and council regarding department head appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves swimming‑pool fee ordinance and house‑number requirement

The council unanimously approved two ordinances—one setting community swimming‑pool fees and another requiring visible house numbers on properties with a $2,000 fine. It also approved a resolution removing certain officials as agents for city bank accounts, while tabling a resolution authorizing a hotel construction contract with the JEDC and Five Star Lodging. Staff were directed to draft an ordinance allowing admission fees for events on city property and to evaluate a police hire‑on bonus. The council asked staff to prepare a list of city‑building repairs and to explore a partnership for an RV park at Twin Lakes City Park.

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9. RESOLUTIONS: A. R-12-2026: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS ("CITY") REMOVING CERTAIN OFFICIALS AS AGENTS ACTING FOR OR ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR ALL BANK ACCOUNTS HELD AT PROSPERITY BANKS, AS WELL AS ALL OTHER CITY ACCOUNTS AS NEEDED TO CONDUCT CITY BUSINESS. B. R-13-2026: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS ("CITY"), A TEXAS TYPE "A" GENERAL LAW MUNICIPALITY, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING A SALES CONTRACT AND PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, A TYPE "8" CORPORATION AND FIVE STAR LODGING, LLC, A TEXAS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HOTEL; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE. (FIRST READING BY COUNCIL) 10. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND HEAR RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE ROOF REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR FOR THE CHAMBER/JACKSBORO EDC BUILDING. 11. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND GIVE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A POLICY AND/OR FEE SCHEDULE FOR ORGANIZATIONS USING CITY FACILITIES, STREETS OR PARKS, ESPECIALLY ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE CHARGING AN EVENT FEE TO ATTEND THE EVENT AND THOSE ORGANIZATIONS NEEDING THE ASSISTANCE OF CITY STAFF PERSONNEL FOR SETTING UP AND TAKING DOWN THE EVENT. 12. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND GIVE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A HIRE-ON BONUS FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE TCOLE CERTIFIED. 13. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND CONSIDER AN RV PARK LOCATED AT TWIN LAKES CITY PARK. 14. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING THE CITY'S O [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY APRIL 13, 2026 ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Alton Morris Alderman Place 2 Vacant Alderman Place 3, Greg Robinson Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief Jerry Penny, Police Chief Mayor Pro Tem Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson Secretary Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director ALDERMEN ABSENT Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales CITY ATTORNEYS PRESENT David Spiller 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Jack Maddox. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4, PUBLIC COMMENTS Officer James Henry, JPD Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Erica Garza, Senior Customer Service Rep. JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Brenda Tarpley, Director Ms. Patti Zuber addressed the council regarding her desire to see more movement with the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation. She stated that she would like to see the JEDC publish a monthly newsletter, similar to the City Manager's weekly report, that lets the community know what steps the JEDC is taking toward bringing in new jobs, restaurants, and stores. She argued that the JEDC seems to be turning its attention toward tourism, but that her renters stated that job creation and growth in retail is what [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to review tree removal bids and emergency notification system

The City Council will consider bids for tree and brush removal and a proposal for a citywide emergency notification system called "Dial My Calls". The body will also discuss administrative resolution renumbering and receive updates on the FY 27 budget and a water station project.

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✓ Decided: Council approved D&D Custom Services bid to clear land for bulk water station

The council unanimously accepted the bid from D&D Custom Services, LLC for clearing the land for the new bulk water station. It also approved the amendment of resolution R-06-2026 to R-11-2026 for administrative purposes. Council members directed staff to develop criteria and a public outreach plan for the proposed “Dial My Calls” emergency notification system. All motions were carried by unanimous consent.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026. Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et. seq., to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and Staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed on a future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 - 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 940-567-6321 or by FAX 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. INVOCATION. 3. PLEDGES TO THE [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY MARCH 23, 2026 ALDERMEN PRESENT CITY STAFF PRESENT Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Mayor Alton Morris Michael Smith, City Manager Officer/Building Inspector Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Alderman Place 2 Vacant Manager/Fire Chief Alderman Place 3, Greg Robinson Jerry Penny, Police Chief JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City CORPORATION Mayor Pro Tem Secretary Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director Hanna Atkinson, Finance Officer ALDERMEN ABSENT CITY ATTORNEYS PRESENT 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Justin Epps. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4, PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments were given. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: All matters listed under Item 5, CONSENT AGENDA, are to be considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be a separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately. A. EXCUSED ABSENCES. B. MEETING MINUTES. i. MARCH 9, 2026, REGULAR MEETING MINUTES. Alderman Hood made a motion to accept the consent agenda as presented. Alderman Harmonson seconded the motion. Motion carried with unanimous consent of Alderman Hood [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 9, 2026

City Council

Council to authorize $3 million and $19 million water facility indebtedness

The Jacksboro City Council will vote on two resolutions that authorize the city to incur $3 million and $19 million of debt to fund acquisition, construction, enlargement, improvement, or extension of its water service facility. The council will also consider the acquisition of property by the Jack County Appraisal District for a new facility, bids for brush and tree removal at a two‑acre bulk water station site, and a license quote for holding movie nights on city property. Additional items include election notices and a closed executive session on economic‑development negotiations and the city manager’s evaluation.

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✓ Decided: Council directs JEDC to continue LETC project negotiations

Alderman Hodd moved, and Alderman Gonzales seconded, to direct the JEDC to continue negotiations on the LETC project. The motion passed with unanimous consent.

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C. R-08-2026: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE INCURRENCE OF INDEBTEDNESS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A PORTION OF THE COST OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, ENLARGING, IMPROVING AND/OR EXTENDING ITS WATER SERVICE FACILITY TO SERVE AN AREA LAWFULLY WITHIN IN JURISDICTION TO SERVE. ($3 MILLION DOLLARS). D. R-09-2026: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE INCURRENCE OF INDEBTEDNESS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A PORTION OF THE COST OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, ENLARGING, IMPROVING AND/OR EXTENDING ITS WATER SERVICE FACILITY TO SERVE AN AREA LAWFULLY WITHIN IN JURISDICTION TO SERVE. ($19 MILLION DOLLARS). E. R-10-2026: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, TO APPROVE THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY BY THE JACK COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT FOR A NEW FACILITY. 8. UPDATE ON THE LAND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE BULK WATER STATION. 9. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND TAKE POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE REQUESTS FOR BIDS RECEIVED FOR BRUSH AND TREE REMOVAL AT THE TWO ACRE LOCATION FOR THE BULK WATER STATION RELOCATION. 10. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS AND TAKE POSSIBLE ACTION ON A LICENSE QUOTE FROM "MOTION PICTURE LICENSING CORPORATION" TO HOLD MOVIE NIGHTS AT CITY OWNED INDOOR AND OUTDOOR AREAS. 11. MAY 2, 2026, GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTIONS A. COUNCIL TO REVIEW AND MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE NOTICE OF ELECTION FOR THE MAY 2, 2026, GENERAL ELECTION. 8. COUNCIL [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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13. OPEN SESSION CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION. Mayor Morris reconvened the meeting into open session at 7:15 p.m. Alderman Hodd made a motion to direct the JEDC to continue negotiations regarding the "LETC" project. Alderman Gonzales seconded the motion. Motion carried with unanimous consent. 15. ADJOURNMENT. Alderman Harmonson made a motion to adjourn. Alderman Robinson seconded the motion. Motion carried with unanimous consent. ATTEST: SHALYN L. BURRITT CITY SECRET ARY CITY OF JACKSBORO � AL TON MORRIS MAYOR City Council Minutes Regular Meeting 03/09/2026 Page 4 of 4
Mon Feb 23, 2026

City Council

Council to adopt ordinance establishing municipal fire department

The Jacksboro City Council will consider a consent agenda, adopt Ordinance 0-08-2026 that formally creates the Jacksboro Fire Department as the official municipal fire department, and discuss a land lease agreement for relocating the bulk water plant. The meeting also includes a public comment period and updates on the Jack County Appraisal District meeting and the next council meeting on March 9.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $650/month land lease for bulk water plant relocation

The council voted 2-1 to approve a $650 per month land lease agreement for the relocation of the bulk water plant, allowing the mayor to sign the agreement without further council consent. Ordinance 0-08-2026 to formally establish the city fire department was tabled by unanimous consent. The meeting minutes and an excused absence were also approved by unanimous consent.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA OF THE JACKSBORO CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026. Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, February 23, 2026, beginning at 5:30 pm, at City Hall, 112 W. Belknap Street, Jacksboro, Texas as prescribed by V.T.C.S., Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et. seq., to consider the following agenda items. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. All agenda items are subject to discussion and action. Council and Staff will not be able to deliberate on any item that is not on the agenda. For such an item, the governmental body may either: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a statement concerning the policy regarding the item; or (3) propose that the item be placed on a future agenda. The Jacksboro City Council reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 - 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 940-567-6321 or by FAX 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. INVOCATION. 3. PLEDGES T [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Alton Morris Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Alderman Place 2 Vacant Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2026 CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief Jerry Penny, Police Chief Jack Mathis, Fire Fighter Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Mayor Pro Tem Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City CORPORATION Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson Secretary Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director ALDERMEN ABSENT Alderman Place 3, Greg Robinson CITY ATTORNEYS PRESENT David Spiller 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m., after a quorum was established. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by B.J. Nunley. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments were given. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: All matters listed under Item 5, CONSENT AGENDA, are to be considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be a separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately. A. EXCUSED ABSENCES. Alderman Robinson was excused from the meeting. B. MEETING MINUTES. i. FEBRUARY 9, 2026, REGULAR MEETING MINUTES. Alderman Gonzales made a motion to accept the consent agenda as presented. Alderman Harmonson secon [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026

Board of Zoning Adjustments

Board to consider carport setback variance for 416 N Church Street

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request for a property at 416 N Church Street. The applicant, Quirino (Dino) Salazar, is seeking an exception to setback requirements for a carport.

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NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026 Notice is hereby given that the Jacksboro Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a meeting on Thursday, February 19, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Jacksboro City Hall, 112 W. Belknap, Jacksboro, Texas, to consider the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Board of Zoning Adjustments reserves the right to recess and/or reconvene into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapters 551.071 - 551.090. All final discussions or votes will be taken in open session. The Board of Zoning Adjustments will make a final decision; however, an applicant may appeal the decision. All agenda items are subject to action. Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice. This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 940-567-6321 or by FAX 940-567-2590 for requests. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF JUNE 24, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. 3. PUBLIC HEARING. BOARD TO HEAR ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING VARIANCE REQUEST: a. Case: V-01-2026 Applicant/Owner: Quirino (Dino) Salazar Legal: Parcel #9949, N 2 OF LT 7, 3 BLK 4 KNOX, City of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 9, 2026

City Council

Council considers legal engagement agreements for three lawsuits

The City Council will meet in closed session to consult with an attorney regarding three specific court cases. In open session, the council may take action to approve engagement agreements with the Law Offices of Jim Jeffrey for these cases.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Chapter 380 housing agreement with Crombie Properties

The council approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Crombie Properties to develop quadplex housing on West Live Oak and Wichita streets, including a ten‑year 50% property tax abatement. Council also renewed the City Investment Policy and appointed Mark Maples to fill the unexpired Place 3 board term. The council authorized the City Manager to execute legal representation agreements with the law firm of Jim Jeffrey for pending lawsuits. No action was taken on the proposed land lease for the bulk water station or on bids for the JEDC building roof repair.

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12. CLOSED SESSION. A. CLOSED SESSION-CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY, LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE CHAPTER 551, SECTION 551.071. 1. RODNEY HELTZEL V. CITY OF JACKSBORO, ET AL., CAUSE NO. CV-25-12-115, 2715r JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF JACK COUNTY, TEXAS. 2. TERRY LEA MARTIN AND KATHY ANN YOUNG V. CITY OF JACKSBORO, ET AL., CAUSE NO. CV-25- 12-116, 2715r JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF JACK COUNTY, TEXAS. 3. JAY LOVE V. CITY OF JACKSBORO, ET AL., CAUSE NO. CV-25-12-117, 2715T JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF JACK COUNTY, TEXAS. 13. OPEN SESSION CONSIDERATION OF ANY CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEM. A. COUNCIL TO TAKE ACTION ON THE APPROVAL OF ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH THE LAW OFFICES OF JIM JEFFREY REGARDING THE REFERENCED CASES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH AGREEMENTS. 14. UPDATES. A. EVENTS: 1. TxDOT RURAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (RTIP) MEETING FEBRUARY 10 AT 10 AM AT CITY HALL. 2. CITY HALL CLOSED FEBRUARY 16TH FOR PRESIDENTS' DAY. 3. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS (BZA) MEETING FEBRUARY 19TH AT 6PM. 4. RED RIBBON CUTTING FOR THE DOG PARK, FEBRUARY 21ST AT 10AM. 5. NEXT COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 23RD. B. GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTION DEADLINES: 1. DEADLINE TO FILE FOR CITY COUNCIL PLACE 1, 3 OR 5-FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026, AT 5P.M. 2. DEADLINE TO FILE FOR CITY COUNCIL PLACE 2, UNEXPIRED TERM -MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, AT 5P .M. 15. ADJOURNMENT. I do hereby certify that the above "Notice of Meeting" of the City of Jacksboro City Council was posted at City Hall, City of Jacksboro, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Alton Mortis Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Alderman Place 2 Vacant Alderman Place 3 Greg Robinson Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Mayor Pro Tem. Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson ALDERMEN ABSENT CITY ATTORNEYS PRESENT David Spiller 4. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2026 CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief Jerry Penny, Police Chief Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Secretary Leslie Jackson, Human Resource Director Les Guthrie, Water Department Superintendent Anthony Shaw, Chief Water Treatment Operator Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30p.m. 2. INVOCATION James “Doc” Wigington, Police Officer Tedra Bilby, Administrative Secretary Police Department Michael Booher, Animal Control Officer Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation Maintenance Technician Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Brenda Tarpley, Director The invocation was given by Michael Smith, City Manager. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Susan Coley requested assistance from Mayor Morris and his County inmate work crew program to help spread new mulch or relocate old mulch at the Animal Shelter. She stated that she had been trying to get in touch with him and would like the mulch to be cleaned up by the opening of the Dog Park on February 21. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on abandoning 100 block of North Jack Street

The Jacksboro City Council will discuss a petition to abandon a portion of North Jack Street and consider several ordinances, including the abandonment, a traffic street change, the formal establishment of the municipal fire department, a police policy amendment, and a fee schedule update. The council will also review the annual renewal of the city investment policy and take action on the election services contract and a special election to fill an unexpired alderman seat. Updates on the bulk water station relocation and upcoming meetings are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent

The council discussed a request to set a deadline for the City Manager evaluation and to hold the review at the March meeting, but no formal action was taken. Alderman Gonzales moved to adjourn, Alderman Harmonson seconded, and the council adjourned with unanimous consent.

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9. COUNCIL TO DISCUSS THE LETTER PETITIONING THE COUNCIL TO ABANDON A PORTION OF NORTH JACK STREET BETWEEN EAST BELKNAP AND EAST ARCHER STREET. 10. ORDINANCES. A. 0-06-2026: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, ABANDONING THE 100 BLOCK OF NORTH JACK STREET, LOCATED BETWEEN EAST ARCHER STREET AND EAST BELKNAP STREET; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. B. 0-07-2026: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 11. TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES, ARTICLES 11.07 TRAFFIC SCHEDULES, SECTION 11.07.002 "ONE-WAY STREETS", RESTABLISHING NORTH FOURTH STREET FROM WEST LIVE OAK TO WEST COLLEGE AS A TWO-WAY STREET; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C. 0-08-2026: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 6. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION, ARTICLE 6.02 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT; FORMALLY ESTABLISHING THE JACKSBORO FIRE DEPARTMENT AS THE OFFICIAL MUNICIPAL FIRE DEPARTMENT AND PRESCRIBING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE DEPARTMENT AND ITS OFFICERS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. D. 0-09-2026: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS, AMENDING THE JACKSB [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Updates were given. Alderman Hood requested that Mayor Morris direct the Council members to complete the City Manager's evaluation with a specific deadline for review. Mayor Morris requested that the review be held at the first council meeting in March. At this time, Alderman Gonzales made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Harmonson seconded the motion. Meeting was adjourned with unanimous consent. APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSBORO, TEXAS ON THE 9TH OF FEBRUARY 2026. ATTEST: SHAlYNLBURRITT CITY SECRETARY CITY OF JACKSBORO AL TON MORRIS MAYOR City Council Minutes Regular Meeting 01/26/2026 Page 4 of 4
Mon Jan 12, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved two ordinances disannexing land from city limits

The Jacksboro City Council approved two ordinances to disannex property on the east side of New Lake, adopted budget amendments allocating $50,000 to the police department and $150,000 to the general fund, and authorized a May 2, 2026 general election for aldermanic seats. All actions were adopted by unanimous consent.

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ALDERMEN PRESENT Mayor Allon Morris Alderman Place 1 Libby Gonzales Alderman Place 2 Vacant Alderman Place 3 Greg Robinson Alderman Place 4 Joel Hood, Mayor Pro Tern Alderman Place 5 Tyler Harmonson ALDERMEN ABSENT CITY ATTORNEYS PRESENT 1. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MONDAY JANUARY 12, 2026 CITY STAFF PRESENT Michael Smith, City Manager Jeremy Jennings, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief Jerry Penny, Police Chief Shalyn Burritt, Assistant City Manager/City Secretary Hanna Atkinson, Finance Officer Leslie Jackson, Human Resources Lt. Alvin Bilby, Police Department Officer James Henry, Police Department Officer Jarred Gonzales, Police Department Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 5:30p.m. 2. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Michael Smith, City Manager. 3. PLEDGES TO THE FLAGS The pledges were led by Mayor Morris. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Officer Joey Highfill, Police Department Tedra Bilby, Police Department Administrator Jack Mathis, Fire Fighter Johnny Burritt, Code Enforcement/Building Inspector Les Guthrie, Water Department SupeNisor Jesse Maxwell, Parks and Recreation SupeNisor Noah Rose, Parks and Recreation JACKSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Brenda Tarpley, Director Ms. Shawnea' Smith addressed the Council, staff and citizens. She announced her resignation due to moving out of Jacksboro and no longer being eligible to serve. She advised that the Council keep moving forward toward prog [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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