Kilgore public meetings in 2025
30 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider several action items, including a revised FY26 Master Fee Schedule, a wholesale water supply agreement with Liberty-Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2, and potential termination of a TxCDBG grant. The council will also discuss economic development negotiations and real estate purchases in executive session, followed by possible action. A workshop session will cover development services ordinances, the five-year capital improvement plan, and the FY26 budget.
- Ordinance No. 1930 - Revision of FY26 Master Fee Schedule
- Wholesale Water Supply Agreement with Liberty-Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2
- Potential termination of TxCDBG grant #CDV23-0199
- Executive session on properties near Lantrip/Business 259, Hwy 31/Fritz Swanson, FM 349/Templeton Rd, Kings Rd/Fritz Swanson Rd, 1306 Houston St, Rusk/Danville St, 2100 S Commerce St, 2005 Hwy 42 N
- Workshop on animal chipping, mural/sign, food truck, landscaping ordinances, Remington Phase IV, 380 agreements
Kilgore Community Development Corporation
The Kilgore Community Development Corporation will meet to approve the September 9, 2025 minutes and receive an update from MHS Planning and Design on the subdivision of lots in Remington North and the Remington Phase IV design. This is a discussion and possible action item, meaning the board may take action on the update.
- Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
- Update from MHS Planning and Design on Remington North lot subdivision and Remington Phase IV design
Planning and Zoning Board
The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning change from Agricultural District (AG) to Light Manufacturing District (LM) for two tracts totaling 3.48 acres owned by LTC HQ, LLC. The tracts are located at the southwest corner of Old Post Oak Road and FM 1252 and on the Interstate 20 access road. Staff recommends approval, noting no protests from nearby property owners.
- Rezoning request Z11-25-005 for two tracts (3.48 acres) from Agricultural to Light Manufacturing
- Tract 3 at southwest corner of Old Post Oak Road and FM 1252; Tract 2 on I-20 access road
- Public hearing and recommendation to City Council on the zoning change
- Approval of May 21, 2025 meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a proposed water rate increase for Southern Utilities Company, a resolution denying SWEPCO's rate increase, and changes to retiree health benefits. They will also consider a $275,000 pool improvement purchase and a settlement agreement in a lawsuit. The agenda includes routine consent items and an executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. 1927 for Southern Utilities Company retail water rates
- Resolution No. 25-13 denying SWEPCO rate increase
- Ordinance No. 1928 to partially repeal retiree health benefit program (Ordinance 1814)
- Purchase order up to $275,000 with Aqua-Rec Commercial Aquatics for City Pool Improvements
- Settlement agreement for Case No. 2025-1317 (Charles Tim Dukes v. Kilgore)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 1926, the Kilgore Gaming Ordinance, and consider several public works contracts and purchases. Notable items include a $500,000 grant request for the Hwy 135 Youth Sports Complex, a $288,664.19 culvert repair bid, and a $288,565.00 change order for South Commerce Street improvements. The consent agenda includes a $158,049.00 pothole patcher and an $87,880.05 fairway mower. The council will also discuss private use of public space permits for 100 Houston Street and a visitor's center contract with Kilgore College.
- Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance 1926, Kilgore Gaming Ordinance
- Authorize $500,000 Type B grant request from KEDC for Hwy 135 Youth Sports Complex
- Award $288,664.19 bid to WM Miller Construction for Synergy Boulevard Culvert Repair
- Authorize $288,565.00 change order with C.E. Marler & Associates for South Commerce Street Improvements
- Consent agenda: $158,049.00 Pro-Patch Asphalt Pothole Patcher and $87,880.05 Baroness Fairway Mower
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several ordinances, including the FY2026 Master Fee Schedule, a tax rate levy, and the issuance of a Tax Note, Series 2025. The council will also hold public hearings and take possible action on these items, along with a change order for downtown sidewalk improvements and other administrative matters.
- Change order of $79,810.38 to Hartbeat Construction for Downtown Sidewalks Improvement – Phase 4
- Ordinance No. 1921: Update to Master Fee Schedule for FY2026, including water/sewer rates
- Ordinance No. 1922: Issuance of City of Kilgore, Texas, Tax Note, Series 2025
- Ordinance No. 1923: Levying taxes for FY2026, adopting a tax rate
- Ordinance No. 1924: Amending Development Code to incorporate overlay districts
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2026 budget (Ordinance 1920), amending the FY2025 budget (Ordinance 1919), and setting the 2025 tax rates. They will also discuss and possibly act on FY2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund applications, a contract with the Kilgore Area Chamber of Commerce, and a water supply contract with Liberty Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2. The agenda includes consent items (minutes, financial report) and an executive session for legal and real estate matters.
- Ordinance 1919: FY2025 budget amendment
- Ordinance 1920: FY2026 budget adoption
- 2025 tax rates public hearing
- FY2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund applications
- Water supply contract with Liberty Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2
Kilgore Community Development Corporation
The Kilgore Community Development Corporation will discuss and possibly act on a $47,450 proposal from MHS Planning and Design for platting and design services for Remington North Phase 3 and Phase 4. The meeting also includes approval of the May 15, 2025 minutes. This is a regular meeting with one substantive action item.
- Proposal from MHS Planning and Design, LLC for Remington North and Remington Phase 4
- Lump sum fee of $47,450 for preliminary engineering, surveys, final platting, and civil engineering
- Phase 4 civil engineering at $1,100 per lot for 21 lots ($23,100)
- Phase 3 preliminary engineering at $6,500 and final platting at $4,850
- Approval of May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2026 budget, setting the 2025 tax rates, and issuing tax notes. They will also discuss approving a new Fire Chief, a water supply contract with Liberty Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2, and a contract with the Chamber of Commerce. The agenda includes several consent items, including resolutions on tax abatement rules and an administrative agreement with the KEDC.
- Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance 1917 (substandard building code procedures)
- Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance 1918 (adoption of 2021 Building Code and 2023 Electric Code)
- Resolution 25-11 to issue and sell tax notes
- Discussion on proposed FY2026 budget and 2025 tax rates
- FY2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) fund applications for arts, marketing, and historical preservation
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss the 2026 fiscal year budget and 2025 tax rates. The agenda also includes a vote to award a construction contract for the Texan Theater addition and authorization for professional services regarding raw water line relocation.
- Bid award to Riley Harris Construction for $874,810.00 for Texan Theater Addition
- Authorization for additional professional services with Jacobs for Raw Water Line Relocation
- Approval of 2025-2026 Investment Policy and Strategies
- Execution of Interlocal Government Agreement with East Texas Council of Governments
- Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and 2025 Tax Rates
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council is holding its regular meeting on July 22, 2025, with several action items including a public hearing on Ordinance 1916 updating the master fee schedule and building permit fees, a resolution to accept opioid settlement proceeds, and authorization for a street sweeper lease. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as a drainage engineering task order and golf cart fleet replacement, and will recognize fire department service awards.
- Ordinance 1916: Update to Master Fee Schedule, including building permit fees (public hearing)
- Resolution 25-08: Authorize agreements for opioid settlement proceeds to abate opioid-related harms
- Task order with Kimley-Horn for Final Engineering of Longview-Hale Drainage Improvements ($103,700)
- Meadowbrook Golf Course Cart Fleet Replacement
- Lease agreement with Tymco, Inc. for a new street sweeper
City Council Workshop
The Kilgore City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 and Fiscal Year 2026 budgets, along with the Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. No formal action is anticipated at this meeting. The discussion will cover specific areas such as the Meadowbrook Golf and Event Center, parks, public works, the Texan Theater, the city pool, equipment, and hotel taxes.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget discussion
- Fiscal Year 2026 Budget discussion
- Meadowbrook Golf and Event Center
- Texan Theater
- Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will consider several action items, including a $706,092 bid for FY2025 pavement maintenance, a $90,597.85 purchase order for police unit equipment, a concession lease with Zen Kitchen for the 19th Hole, and a second reading of a natural gas franchise agreement with CenterPoint Energy. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and two subdivision plats in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The council may also enter executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, and the Fire Chief position.
- Authorize $706,092.00 bid to Reynolds & Kay for FY2025 Pavement Maintenance
- Authorize $90,597.85 purchase order with Faith Communications for police unit equipment
- Second reading of Ordinance 1915 granting CenterPoint Energy a natural gas franchise
- Approve Concessionaire and Lease Agreement with Zen Kitchen for the 19th Hole
- Consent agenda: final plat of Rivers Oaks Subdivision Phase II and replat of Phase I
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1915 granting CenterPoint Energy a franchise to provide natural gas services in the city. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including a park grant application and a design contract for the Synergy Boulevard culvert repair, and consider approving Ryan Riley as Fire Chief.
- Ordinance 1915: CenterPoint Energy natural gas franchise agreement (first reading, public hearing)
- Resolution 25-07: authorize application for Texas Parks & Wildlife local park grant up to $750,000
- Authorize task order with KSA Engineers for Synergy Boulevard Culvert Repair design
- Council approval of Ryan Riley as Kilgore Fire Chief
- Executive session on real estate near Lantrip/Business 259, Hwy 31/Fritz Swanson, FM 349/Templeton Rd, 2100 S Commerce St, Danville Rd/Old Hwy 26, Kings Rd/Fritz Swanson Rd, 1306 Houston St
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a church youth program and a development code update, then consider several public works items including a $1.67 million bid for Commerce and Main Street improvements, a culvert collapse repair, and a design contract for a wastewater plant operations center. The agenda also includes routine consent items, appointments, recognitions, and an executive session on economic development, litigation, real estate, and the fire chief position.
- Bid award to C.E. Marler & Associates for $1,669,113.52 for Commerce and Main Street Improvements
- Special Use Permit for after-school/summer youth program at 2900 Stone Road
- Ordinance 1914 update to Kilgore Development Code
- Change Order 02 not to exceed $80,000 for Downtown Sidewalk Improvements Phase 4
- Professional services agreement with BRW Architects for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Center design
Planning and Zoning Board
The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and consider recommendations to the City Council on two items: a Special Use Permit for Friendship Baptist Church to operate an after-school and summer youth program at 2900 Stone Road, and the proposed updated City of Kilgore Development Code. The board will also approve minutes from the April 16 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the Special Use Permit.
- Special Use Permit for Friendship Baptist Church for after-school and summer youth program at 2900 Stone Road (2.96± acres)
- Public hearing and recommendation on proposed City of Kilgore Development Code update
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2025 meeting
Kilgore Community Development Corporation
The Kilgore Community Development Corporation will discuss and possibly act on the sale of multiple lots in the Remington North subdivision to Damian Solis, as well as an update on Remington Phase IV. The board will also approve minutes from its November 30, 2023, meeting.
- Sale of lots 8-11, 29-30, 51A and 52A in Remington North to Damian Solis
- Discussion of lots 53-59 in Remington North
- Update on Remington Phase IV
- Approval of minutes from November 30, 2023, meeting
Special Called City Council Meeting
This is a special called meeting of the Kilgore City Council. The main item is discussion and possible action on Resolution 25-06 to canvass the results of the May 3, 2025 general election. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with a call to order, prayer, and public forum.
- Resolution 25-06 canvassing the May 3, 2025 general election
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning change for a proposed tire shop and a budget amendment, and will consider a permit for Kilgore College to use private space. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a KEDC report, and board reappointments. The council may also enter executive session to discuss real estate, litigation, and the Fire Chief position.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 1911-A to rezone 0.724 acres at 100 Smackover Street from Light Manufacturing to General Commercial for a tire shop
- Public hearing on Ordinance 1912, a FY2025 budget amendment
- Discussion on Public Use of Private Space Permit and License to Encroach for Kilgore College at 901 Nolen Street
- Consent agenda includes KEDC 2025 Mid-Year Report and reappointments to the Kilgore Community Development Corporation Board
- Executive session topics include real estate near Lantrip and Business 259, litigation on Hale Street Sewer Project, and Fire Chief position
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council is holding a special called meeting to receive the annual audit report for fiscal year 2024, consider a resolution designating signatories for a CDBG grant, and authorize a purchase order for a John Deere backhoe. The council may also enter executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters, including the Fire Chief position.
- Annual Audit Report for FY ending September 30, 2024 presented by Bill Martin and Kevin W. Smith of Crowe LLC
- Resolution 25-05 designating authorized signatories for CDBG Mitigation Resilient Communities Program through the General Land Office
- Authorize purchase order up to $94,000 for a John Deere 310P Backhoe
- Executive session on pending litigation related to Liberty Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2
- Executive session on personnel matters including the position of Fire Chief
Planning and Zoning Board
The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval or denial of a request to rezone a 0.724-acre lot at 100 Smackover Street from Light Manufacturing to General Commercial. The change would allow a tire shop to be developed with more flexible setback requirements. The board's recommendation will go to the City Council for a final decision.
- Public hearing on Z04-25-002 Meyer: rezone 0.724 acres at 100 Smackover Street from Light Manufacturing to General Commercial for a tire shop
- Staff recommends approval; no opposition letters received as of April 10
- Future land use map designation may be updated to Regional Business during annual update
- City Council hearing scheduled for May 13, 2025
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: adding Veterans Day as a paid holiday and adopting the 2021 Fire Code. They will also consider contracts for roof replacements at the Police Department and Texan Theater, appoint a new City Clerk, and authorize use agreements with local youth sports organizations. The agenda includes several executive session items on real estate, litigation, and personnel.
- Contract with Clean Cut Roofing not to exceed $205,565.12 for Police Department Roof Replacement
- Contract with Clean Cut Roofing not to exceed $112,569.08 for Texan Theater Roof Replacement
- Ordinance No. 1909 adding Veterans Day as a paid holiday to the City Personnel Policy
- Ordinance No. 1910 adopting the 2021 Fire Code
- Appointment of Taylor Owings as City Clerk effective May 27, 2025
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold public hearings and consider three ordinances, including a zoning change for a 59-unit senior living facility, new regulations for vape and tobacco stores, and a park ordinance amendment. The council will also approve contracts for the May 3 election and with Rusk County ESD #1, and appoint a city attorney.
- Ordinance 1907: Rezone 17.305 acres at Parkview and Utzman streets from R1/R2/SUP to Apartment (A) district for a 59-unit senior living facility
- Ordinance 1906: Add regulations for vape and tobacco stores to the Development Code
- Ordinance 1908: Amend the City Park Ordinance
- Contract with Gregg County Elections for the May 3, 2025 General Election
- Annual contracts with Rusk County ESD #1 for fire and rescue services
Planning and Zoning Board
The Kilgore Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and consider recommending to City Council a zoning change for a 17.035-acre tract at Parkview and Utzman Streets to allow a senior living facility, plus an ordinance amendment adding regulations for vape and tobacco stores. The board will also administer oaths of office to new members and review prior minutes.
- Rezoning request Z02-25-001 Mrosko: change from R1/R2/SUP to Apartment (A) District for senior living facility at southeast corner of Parkview and Utzman Streets
- Public hearing and recommendation on Ordinance 1906, amending development code to regulate vape and tobacco stores
- Oath of office for new board members Darrin Mallett and Greg Patterson
- Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Board training session with Mark Priestner
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 11, 2025, with several action items. They will consider a resolution to suspend CenterPoint Energy's proposed gas rate increase for 45 days and continue participation in a coalition of cities, appoint election judges for the May 3 general election, and approve the final plat of the Chowmanski Subdivision. The agenda also includes presentations on a Texas Music Friendly certification and a quarterly tourism report, plus a consent agenda with meeting minutes and approval of an investment pool. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate, litigation, and personnel matters, including the City Manager position.
- Resolution 25-04 to suspend CenterPoint Energy's Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program rate increase for 45 days and continue in the Alliance of Centerpoint Municipalities
- Resolution 25-03 appointing election judges and ballot board judges for the May 3, 2025 General Election
- Approval of the final plat of the Chowmanski Subdivision
- Approval of LOGIC Investment Pool as an authorized investment
- Executive session to discuss real estate purchases near multiple locations, litigation, and City Manager position
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hear presentations on the 2024 police racial profiling report, development code updates, proposed tobacco/e-cigarette retail regulations, and fire code updates. It will also consider tax abatement compliance for several companies and may enter executive session to discuss real estate, litigation, and personnel matters.
- 2024 Annual Contact Report for Kilgore Police Department (racial profiling data)
- Presentation on updates to Development Code by Shai Roos with HDR
- Proposed ordinance amendments regulating e-cigarette, cigarette, cigar, and tobacco retail shops and tobacco bars
- Tax abatement compliance review for Composite Fluid Transfer, Orgill Inc., Skeeter Products, and Wagner Tuning
- Executive session items: real estate near Remington Phases III & IV, Woodlawn/Henderson Blvd S, and other locations; litigation on Hale Street Sewer Project and Liberty Danville Fresh Water Supply District No. 2
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for Fire Station No. 1 and the Public Works Center (up to $7,560,000 to SCI Construction), WWTP Improvements Phase 2 (up to $3,300,000 to Dixie Overland Construction), and Post Oak Road Culvert Repair (up to $150,000 to John Wright Construction). It will also hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1905 adopting water conservation and drought contingency plans, and discuss a logo redesign for Meadowbrook Golf Course. The consent agenda includes minutes, an investment report, and ratification of a resolution supporting housing tax credits.
- Award construction bid for Fire Station No. 1 and Public Works Center to SCI Construction, not to exceed $7,560,000
- Award construction bid for WWTP Improvements Phase 2 to Dixie Overland Construction, not to exceed $3,300,000
- Award construction bid for Post Oak Road Culvert Repair to John Wright Construction, not to exceed $150,000
- Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance 1905 adopting Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans
- Authorize emergency expenditures exceeding $50,000 for repair of Well No. 7
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a resolution supporting a 2025 Competitive Housing Tax Credits application to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, and an ordinance amending the fireworks regulations. The council will also consider nominations to the Planning and Zoning Board, approve the 2025 Legislative Agenda, and may enter executive session to discuss real estate, litigation, and personnel matters.
- Resolution 25-01 supporting application for 2025 Competitive Housing Tax Credits
- Ordinance 1904 amending Chapter 5, Article 5.04, Section 5.04.003 'Fireworks'
- Approval of nominations to Planning and Zoning Board for Place 1 and Place 4
- Approval of 2025 Legislative Agenda
- Executive session on real estate purchases (multiple properties), SH 135 traffic circle, and City Manager position
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss the upcoming event calendar, the Main Street Program, vacant buildings for sale or lease, and a downtown maintenance priority listing. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no formal votes scheduled beyond approving the prior meeting's minutes.
- Discussion of February–May 2025 events: Ever After Bridal Expo (Feb 23), Margaritas & Movies RETX (Feb 27), Euphoria Botanicals St. Paddy's Block Party (Mar 15), Tractors Trucks and Fun (May 3)
- Discussion of vacant buildings for sale or lease
- Downtown Maintenance Priority Listing discussion/report
- Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The Kilgore City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance ordering the May 3, 2025 general election for Mayor and Council Member Place 2, and a separate public hearing on a special use permit to allow a residence at a business at 407 East Lantrip Street. The council will also consider consent agenda items including a joint election agreement with Kilgore College and ratification of emergency well repairs exceeding $50,000. Executive session will discuss economic development, real estate, litigation, and personnel matters.
- Ordinance 1902: Order of election for Mayor and Council Member Place 2 on May 3, 2025
- Ordinance 1903: Special Use Permit for residence at business, 407 East Lantrip Street
- Ratification of emergency expenditures on Well No. 8 exceeding $50,000 (repairs $48,487.45, cleaning $55,000)
- Joint Election Agreement with Kilgore College for May 3, 2025 election
- Authorize update of Meadowbrook Golf Course logo