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Kilgore public meetings in 2024

39 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 18, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to weigh special permit for residence at 407 E. Lantrip St. business

The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP) for a .36-acre property at 407 East Lantrip Street, currently zoned General Commercial. The applicant, David M. and Donna L. Hayes, seeks the permit to allow a residence at the business location, stating it would help sell the property. Staff recommends approval and reports no protest letters received as of December 12. The board's recommendation will go to the City Council.

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Council Chambers
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on $39,543.75 splash pad surfacing contract increase

The Kilgore City Council will consider several action items, including a $39,543.75 increase to a contract with Surface America, Inc. for replacing the Lazy S Splash Ranch surfacing, and a $32,500 contract with Johnson & Pace, Inc. for bidding and construction administration services for the Texan Addition. The council will also discuss adding lighting to Downtown Sidewalk Improvements Phase 4t and hold an executive session on economic development, real estate, litigation, and personnel matters.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on $412,161 Motorola dispatch consoles contract

The Kilgore City Council will consider authorizing a contract with Motorola for dispatch consoles not to exceed $412,161, and discuss adding lighting to the Kilgore Street Sidewalk Project and red sidewalk construction in front of the Texan Theater. The agenda also includes consent items, resolutions, and an executive session on real estate and litigation.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on zoning changes, police vehicles, and theater asbestos removal

The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three zoning changes, including a city-initiated request to rezone property at 405 Houston Street for donation to the Fuller Center for a single-family home. The council will also consider authorizing up to $380,000 for four new police units, a $186,137 asbestos abatement contract for the Crim Theater, and an interlocal agreement for emergency radio infrastructure grants. Several items are on the consent agenda, including approval of the Gregg County 2024 Certified Tax Roll Report and a resolution for a Victim Services Coordinator Grant.

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Council Chambers
Wed Oct 16, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Planning and Zoning Board

Kilgore P&Z to weigh three rezoning requests, including duplex and Fuller Center home

The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board meets Oct. 16, 2024, to hold public hearings and consider recommendations to the City Council on three zoning change requests. Two would rezone properties to Single-Family Residential (R3), and one would rezone to Duplex "D" for a proposed duplex. The board will also swear in Verenice Ordorica and approve minutes from its Aug. 21, 2024 meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board

Kilgore Main Street board to discuss special event permit fee updates

The Main Street Advisory Board meets Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Kilgore Council Chambers, 815 N. Kilgore St. The agenda is mostly discussion items, including a downtown merchant report, the October-December event calendar, board volunteer opportunities, the Main Street Program, and a downtown maintenance priority report. The board will also discuss updates to the Master Fee Schedule related to Special Event Permits and vacant buildings for sale or lease. No votes or public hearings are scheduled beyond approval of the August 20, 2024 minutes.

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Council Chambers
Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 12:00 PM

Special Called City Council Meeting

Kilgore council to vote on FY2025 budget amendment adding $800,000 in transfers

The Kilgore City Council meets in a special called session on October 7, 2024 to hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1898, which amends the FY2025 budget adopted in Ordinance No. 1895. The amendment raises General Fund transfers out by $800,000 (from $240,000 to $1,040,000) and adds $72,119 to the Information Technology department, described as adding approved projects (Splash Pad Rehab, Longview and Hale Drainage Improvements, County Cooperative Project) and correcting a data entry error from FY24 to FY25. The council will also meet in executive session to discuss litigation or a settlement offer related to the Hale Street Sewer Project, possible real estate matters at several listed locations, and personnel matters including the positions of City Manager and Interim City Manager, with possible action afterward.

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Council Chambers
Sat Oct 5, 2024 · 08:45 AM

Special Called City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council holds special meeting on City Manager and Interim City Manager personnel matters

The Kilgore City Council is holding a special called meeting on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 8:45 AM at City Hall. The agenda includes a public forum, an executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the positions of City Manager and Interim City Manager under Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, and possible action on items discussed in executive session. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore council to vote on FY2025 budget, tax rate, and $1.09M water well contract

The Kilgore City Council meets Sept. 24, 2024 to hold public hearings and vote on the FY2025 master fee schedule (Ordinance 1897) and a Gregg Appraisal District board nomination. Council will also consider several contracts, including $1,087,777.00 with C. Miller Drilling for Well No. 6R, up to $101,981.25 with Surface America for Lazy S Splash Ranch surfacing, $60,000 with NewGen Strategies for a utility rate study, and up to $382,000 for 8 fleet vehicles. An executive session is listed for real estate near Montgomery Street and Hwy 31, Remington Phase IV, and Woodlawn and Henderson Blvd S, plus the City Manager position.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore council to adopt FY2025 budget and set 2024 tax rate

The Kilgore City Council meets Tuesday, September 10, 2024, to hold second public hearings and take possible action on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget (Ordinance No. 1895) and on Ordinance No. 1896 levying taxes for FY2025. The council will also ratify the proposed 2024 tax rate reflected in the 2025 budget under Texas Local Government Code 102.007. Other items include a presentation on FY2024 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund spending, 2025 city employee benefits, and an executive session on the City Manager position and a KEDC project in Synergy Park.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Special Called City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council meets Sept. 10 to discuss the City Manager position in closed session

The Kilgore, TX City Council holds a special called meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:00 PM at City Hall, 815 North Kilgore Street. The agenda is largely procedural: call to order, opening prayer, public forum, and adjournment. The one substantive item is an executive session to discuss personnel matters concerning the position of City Manager, after which the Council may take possible action. No ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on this agenda.

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Council Chambers
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore council to vote on naming Clay Evers interim city manager

The Kilgore City Council meets Tuesday, August 27, 2024, to consider zoning changes, a master fee schedule, a budget amendment, and the first public hearings on the FY2025 proposed budget and 2024 tax rate. The agenda also includes purchase orders for park and sewer equipment, a Gregg County interlocal agreement involving 622 Kay Street, and a Purple Heart City designation. In executive session the council will discuss real estate, personnel including the city manager position, and legal matters involving Liberty Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2, with possible action afterward on appointing Clay Evers as Interim City Manager effective August 30, 2024.

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Council Chambers
Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Special Called City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council to discuss City Manager position in closed session

The Kilgore City Council is holding a special called meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers, 815 North Kilgore Street. The agenda includes a public forum and a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters concerning the position of City Manager. The Council may take possible action on items discussed in executive session afterward. No other substantive items appear on the posted agenda.

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Council Chambers
Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Planning and Zoning Board

Kilgore P&Z to hear two requests to rezone commercial land to single-family residential

The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board meets Aug. 21, 2024, to hold public hearings and vote on recommendations to the City Council on two zoning change requests. Both ask to change land from General Commercial (GC) to Single-Family Residential (R3). The board will also approve minutes from its June 26, 2024 meeting. Final decisions rest with the City Council, which is scheduled to hear both cases Aug. 27, 2024.

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Council Chambers
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board

Kilgore Main Street board to discuss bylaws update and Texas accreditation site visit

The Main Street Advisory Board meets Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Kilgore Council Chambers, 815 N. Kilgore St. The board will hear a downtown merchant report, review the fall event calendar, and discuss updated Main Street Advisory bylaws and a Texas Main Street Accreditation site visit. It will also discuss vacant downtown buildings for sale or lease and a downtown maintenance priority list. Most items are listed as discussions; no votes or dollar amounts appear on the agenda.

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Council Chambers
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore council to review FY2025 budget, 2024 tax rate, and hotel tax fund requests

The Kilgore City Council meets Tuesday, August 13, 2024, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, the 2024 tax rate, and FY2025 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund applications. The council will also hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1890 amending the solicitor ordinance, consider a letter of support for the Gregg County Paddling Trail Strategic Plan, and vote on a FY2025 contract with the Kilgore Area Chamber of Commerce. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate near several intersections and personnel matters including the City Manager position.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jul 30, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore council to weigh $367,371.45 road contract and FY2025 budget

The Kilgore City Council meets July 30, 2024 to consider a resolution supporting highway improvements, an ordinance amending the solicitor ordinance, and several contracts including road construction and sewer design. The council will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and 2024 tax rate, and may take action on employment agreements for the Police Chief and Controller after an executive session. Several items are routine, such as meeting minutes and a subdivision plat approval.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 03:00 PM

City Council Workshop

City Council workshop to discuss budgets and capital improvement plans

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several administrative and financial items. No formal Council action is anticipated during this session.

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Council Chambers
Wed Jun 26, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to consider Peavine Subdivision plat and elect a Vice Chairman

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a preliminary plat and a variance request for the Peavine Subdivision Phase II located in the ETJ. The board will also consider appointing a new Vice Chairman to the board.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board

Main Street Advisory Board to discuss downtown projects and events

The Board will discuss several downtown initiatives including a sidewalk project, dumpster placement, and maintenance priorities. Members will also review the upcoming event calendar for June and July 2024.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council approves new ethics ordinance and zoning changes

The City Council passed a new ethics ordinance and approved two zoning changes for residential development. The Council also authorized an interlocal agreement with Gregg County following an executive session.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 28, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council to discuss zoning changes and a new ethics ordinance

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding several zoning changes and a new ethics ordinance. The meeting also includes presentations recognizing long-term service in the fire and police departments.

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Council Chambers
Wed May 15, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Planning and Zoning Board

Board discusses rezoning for single-family homes and townhomes in Kilgore

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two rezoning requests and the appointment of a Vice-Chairman. The items include requests to allow single-family residential development at 329 Fourth Avenue and a mix of single-family homes and townhomes at the corner of Alexander Street and Martin Luther King Drive.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 14, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council discusses budget amendments and new ethics ordinance

The City Council is reviewing a budget amendment for FY2024 and a new ethics ordinance. The meeting also includes canvassing May 4 election results and establishing a PACE program for energy and water conservation financing.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 30, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Special Called City Council Meeting

Council to discuss ethics allegations and legal counsel for Merritt lawsuit

The City Council will discuss the conduct of Mayor Spradlin, Council Member Holmes, Council Member Merritt, and City Manager Josh Selleck regarding city rules and ethics. The Council will also consider engaging D. Randall Montgomery & Associates, PLLC to defend the City against a lawsuit filed by Council Member Missy Merritt.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council to discuss zoning changes and new PACE program

The City Council will consider several zoning ordinances and a resolution to establish a PACE program. The meeting also includes the presentation of the annual audit report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023.

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Council Chambers
Wed Apr 17, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Planning and Zoning Board

Kilgore Planning Board to consider apartment rezoning and special use permits

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several land-use requests, including a rezoning for apartment development and special use permits for residential occupancy at commercial sites. The board will make recommendations to the City Council on these items.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board

Main Street Advisory Board discusses event calendars and downtown maintenance

The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss upcoming downtown events, vacant buildings for sale or lease, and maintenance priorities. The board will also address the appointment of a chair and a Texas Music Friendly workshop.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council votes on ethics findings and appoints interim City Attorney

The City Council appointed Josh Brockman-Weber and Messer Fort, PLLC as interim City Attorney following the resignation of Blake Armstrong. The Council also voted 4-0 to find that Council Member Missy Merritt violated the city's ethics statement.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore Council discusses legal services and potential disciplinary action

The City Council met to discuss several infrastructure and legal matters. Key items included the appointment of interim legal services and potential disciplinary action regarding a council member's conduct.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board

Main Street Advisory Board discusses event calendars and vacant downtown buildings

The Board will review the upcoming downtown event calendar and discuss the status of vacant buildings for sale or lease. Members will also introduce new board member Shayna Porter and review the downtown monthly merchant report.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Council authorizes professional services agreement for Texan Theater improvements

The City Council approved a professional services agreement with Johnson & Pace for the final design of the Texan Theater addition. This project includes restrooms, storage, a new staircase, and an elevator. The agreement is expected to cost between $60,000 and $70,000.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council approves infrastructure contracts and tax abatement compliance

The City Council approved professional services contracts for raw water line relocation and the Fredonia sewer extension. The Council also reviewed tax abatement compliance for several businesses and discussed the Texan Theater project update.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 11:30 AM

International Code Board of Appeals

Board to consider property appeal and elect new officers

The International Code Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal from Robert Kerr concerning property at 730 Houston Street. The board will also elect a chairman for the board.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board

Main Street Advisory Board to discuss event calendar and vacant downtown buildings

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair and introduce new members. The board will also discuss upcoming community events and the status of vacant buildings for sale or lease.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council approves zoning changes and water fee updates

The City Council approved a zoning change for 803 Hunter Street and updated the Master Fee Schedule regarding residential water accounts. The Council also authorized the acquisition of real estate near Remington Phase III and Woodlawn/Henderson Blvd.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Planning and Zoning Board - Jan 17 2024

Board approves site plan amendment for Iron Farms and discusses rezoning for 803 Hunter Street

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan amendment to reduce minimum lot sizes in the Iron Farms Subdivision. The board also reviewed a request to rezone 803 Hunter Street to meet setback requirements for a porch.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Regular City Council Meeting

Kilgore City Council to discuss election orders, zoning, and mental health policy

The City Council will hold public hearings on an upcoming election order, a zoning change for 803 Hunter Street, and a new mental health policy for police and telecommunicators. The meeting also includes a presentation on animal control ordinance changes and a resolution to update the master fee schedule.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 16, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Main Street Advisory Board - Jan 16 2024- CANCELLED

The January 16, 2024, Main Street Advisory Board meeting was cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Kilgore Main Street Advisory Board on January 16, 2024, was cancelled. The original agenda included discussions regarding board appointments, event calendars, and vacant downtown buildings.

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Council Chambers