Llano public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will gather for a Christmas party at the JLK Event Center. No formal action or deliberation will take place, and any discussion of city business is purely incidental.

City Council

The City Council approved a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025 and new ordinances for special events, motorized carts, and utility tap charges. The body also authorized additional funding for outside contractors and discussed a capital improvement plan update.

• Approved Ordinance 1545 regarding water, sewer, and electric tap charges and service extensions
• Approved $40,000.00 in additional funding for outside contractors
• Approved Ordinance 1542 amending the Budget for FY 2024-2025
• Approved Ordinance 1544 amending the Code of Ordinances regarding motorized carts
• Proposed $80,000 contract with Steger Bizzell for the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan Update

The Llano City Council approved adding a third part-time position to the Airport Department and directed staff to draft an ordinance clarifying alley upkeep procedures. They also approved a contract for the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan update and donated $1,000 to the Boys and Girls Club. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the donation.

• Approved adding third part-time position to Airport Department (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back ordinance on paved alley upkeep (unanimous)
• Approved Stigger and Bizzell proposal for 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan Update (unanimous)
• Donated $1,000 to Boys and Girls Club and bought gala table (unanimous, McDaniel abstained)

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation met on December 9, 2024, but took no formal action. Members discussed that the mural artwork is outside the LEDC's scope and is a Chamber of Commerce project. The board entered executive session for economic development negotiations but reconvened without taking any action.

• No formal action taken during open session
• Executive session held for economic development negotiations; no action resulted

City Council

The Llano City Council will discuss and possibly adopt a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025 that includes a $189,722 deficit in the Utility Fund. They will also consider a new Special Event Ordinance (1539) and an ordinance correcting the square footage of a vacated alley from 2,050 to 2,000 sqft, with a $51 refund.

• Discussion and possible action on Special Event Ordinance 1539
• Ordinance 1542 amending FY 2024-2025 budget; Utility Fund expenses exceed revenues by $189,722
• Ordinance 1543 correcting alley square footage from 2,050 to 2,000 sqft; $51 refund to applicant
• Council will review voltmetric survey costs ($20,048) and capital carryforwards ($95,281 for AMR, $94,442 for River Crossing/SCADA)

Board of Adjustment

The Llano Board of Adjustment will discuss and possibly vote on a variance request to allow a building with reduced front and side setbacks at 505 Sheffield Ave. A public hearing will precede the decision. The city reports no financial implications.

• Variance request to build outside 25-ft front and 15-ft side setbacks at 505 Sheffield Ave
• Public hearing scheduled for the variance item

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt Ordinance 1539, which establishes a permit process for special events on city property and public rights-of-way. They will also consider waiving the $100 pavilion rental fee for a Celebration of Life at Robinson Park on November 9, and reappoint Pat McDowell to the Historic Preservation Board.

• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 1539, a new special event regulation with permit requirements
• Waiver of the $100 pavilion rental fee at Robinson Park for a Celebration of Life for Amanda Hagar-Trotter on November 9
• Reappointment of Pat McDowell to the Llano Historic Preservation Board
• Workshop session earlier had discussed the draft ordinance combining samples from the city attorney

City Council

The Llano City Council will consider consent agenda items including approval of the fourth quarter investment report showing $154,508 in earnings and a resolution naming Llano News as the official newspaper of record for fiscal year 2025. No other significant items are on the agenda.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 4th Quarter Investment Report with $154,508 earnings and 4.71% average yield
• Resolution R-2025-02 designating Llano News as official newspaper of record

City Council

This is a workshop session of the Llano City Council. The only substantive item is discussion and possible action regarding a possible Special Event Ordinance 1539.

• Discussion and possible action on a potential Special Event Ordinance 1539

Planning & Zoning Commission

The provided document is a Zoning Ordinance Use Chart detailing allowed and specific uses across various zoning districts. It does not contain a list of specific agenda items, motions, or scheduled discussions for the October 17, 2024, meeting.

City Council

This notice is for a possible quorum of City Council members attending the Texas Municipal League Conference from October 8-11, 2024. The document states there will be no formal action taken or deliberation as a governing body.

City Council

The City Council approved the budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body also decided on annual fees, investment policies, and fire department staffing.

• Ordinance 1534 adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning 10-1-2024
• Ordinance 1535 adopting the tax rate for the 2025 tax year
• Ordinance 1536 adopting an annual fee in lieu for FY2025
• Resolution R-2024-34 adopting early additional penalties on delinquent business personal property and mobile home accounts
• Approval to increase the membership roster of the Llano Fire Department

Board of Adjustment

The Llano Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and discuss a request for a variance to allow an enclosed garage to be built with a side setback of 3 feet 9 inches at 505 East Sandstone. The applicant seeks to align the new garage with an existing one on the east boundary line. No financial impact to the city is reported.

• Variance request for side setback of 3'9" on Wooley's Subd BLK1 Fraction of Lot 9 & JC Ragsdale ABST #640, property address 505 E Sandstone
• Public hearing to receive comments on the variance request
• Recommended motion to approve the variance

Board of Adjustment

The Llano Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request to allow an enclosed garage at 505 E Sandstone with a side setback of 3'9", deviating from standard requirements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting. There is no financial impact to the city.

• Public hearing and discussion on variance for enclosed garage at 505 E Sandstone, Wooley's Subdivision Block 1
• Requested side setback of 3'9" versus standard requirement
• No financial impact to the city
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from April 15, 2024 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Llano Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review maps of property and zoning. The agenda contains only informational items with no proposed decisions, public hearings, or specific actions.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to consult with legal counsel and potentially take action on a settlement. The discussion concerns the 2018 Citywide Paving Rehabilitation Project with Cox Paving of Texas, Inc.

• Settlement offers concerning the 2018 Citywide Paving Rehabilitation Project with Cox Paving of Texas, Inc.

City Council

The Llano City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a settlement offer concerning the 2018 Citywide Paving Rehabilitation Project with Cox Paving of Texas, Inc. The council will first meet in executive session to consult with legal counsel, then reconvene in open session for discussion and possible action. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session to consult with legal counsel on settlement offers for the 2018 Citywide Paving Rehabilitation Project with Cox Paving of Texas, Inc.
• Open session for discussion and possible action on a settlement for the 2018 Citywide Paving Rehabilitation Project with Cox Paving of Texas, Inc.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The provided document is a Zoning Ordinance Use Chart and definitions section. It lists allowed and specific uses for various zoning districts in Llano, Texas, but does not contain a list of items to be decided or discussed at the September 19, 2024 meeting.

City Council

The Llano City Council will discuss and possibly approve Ordinance 1534 adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, which raises total property taxes by $61,866 (4.5%) from last year. The proposed tax rate is $0.48720 per $100 valuation, a decrease from the current $0.52800. The city expects $1.45 million in tax revenue.

• Ordinance 1534 adopting FY 2024-25 budget (Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025)
• Property tax rate proposed at $0.48720, down from $0.52800; no-new-revenue rate is $0.46857
• Total property tax levy increase of $61,866 (4.5%), including $17,848 from new property
• General Fund budget totals $5.82 million in revenue and $5.99 million in expenditures
• Street spending budgeted at $1.29 million, up from $654,564 in the amended FY24 budget

The council unanimously approved the FY 2024-25 budget (Ordinance 1534), the 2025 tax rate (Ordinance 1535), and an annual fee in lieu (Ordinance 1536). It also approved an amendment to the FY 2023-24 budget, a resolution on delinquent tax penalties, the Visitor Center budget, and an increase in the Llano Fire Department membership roster. The consent agenda, including approval of prior minutes and a fee waiver for the Chuckwagon Cook-off, was also approved.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budget (Ordinance 1534) unanimously
• Adopted 2025 tax rate (Ordinance 1535) unanimously
• Adopted annual fee in lieu for FY2025 (Ordinance 1536) unanimously
• Approved amendment to FY 2023-24 budget (Ordinance 1532) unanimously
• Adopted early additional penalty on delinquent business personal property and mobile home accounts (Resolution R-2024-34) unanimously
• Approved Visitor Center Budget for 2024-25 unanimously
• Approved increase in Llano Fire Department membership roster unanimously
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and Chuckwagon Cook-off fee waiver unanimously

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment met to consider variance requests regarding property setbacks. The board approved a request to allow a new home to be built closer to the rear lot line than typically permitted.

• Approved variance for 1406 Exall St. to allow a new home 5.5 ft from the rear lot line (zoned for 10 ft)
• Proposed variance for 1206 Avon Avenue to allow a porch to extend 8 ft beyond the 25 ft setback

The Llano Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a porch to extend beyond the 25-foot setback at 1206 Avon Avenue. The motion was made by Alderwoman Almond, seconded by Alderwoman Tudyk, and passed unanimously. The public hearing on the variance was opened and closed within one minute.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from April 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved variance for porch beyond 25-foot setback at 1206 Avon Avenue (unanimous)

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing regarding proposed projects and the budget for FY 2024-2025. The board will also discuss affordable housing plans and expenditures for the JLK Project.

• Public hearing on Proposed LEDC Projects & Budget for FY 2024-2025
• Presentation by Jeff Dicker of Southern Development Corporation on affordable housing plans
• Consideration of an estimate for a mural Quality of Life Project
• Discussion of potential new projects and budget amendments within the City of Llano
• Consideration of new expenditures for the JLK Project

The Llano Economic Development Corporation held a public hearing and open meeting on September 9, 2024. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the August 12, 2024 meeting minutes. All other agenda items were discussions only, with no decisions made; the mural estimate was postponed due to a member's absence.

• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No action on mural estimate (postponed to future agenda)
• No action on potential new projects or budget amendments
• No action on anticipated JLK project expenditures
• No action on invoices and timesheets

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to replace the current Llano Police Department Code of Conduct and General Orders with a new Departmental Manual and Patrol Division Standard Operating Procedures Manual. The update aims to align policies with modern law enforcement best practices and current Texas Statutes.

• Proposed rescinding of the current Llano Police Department Code of Conduct and General Orders
• Proposed adoption of a new Departmental Manual and Patrol Division Standard Operating Procedures Manual
• New police manuals include chapters on Use of Force, Professional Standards, and Law Enforcement Operations

The Llano City Council held a brief meeting on September 3, 2024, approving the minutes from August 19 and unanimously approving a motion to rescind the current Police Department Code of Conduct and all General Orders, replacing them with a new Departmental Manual and Patrol Division Standard Operating Procedures Manual. The council also held the first of two public hearings on the FY 2024-25 property tax rate, which opened and closed at 5:32 p.m. with no public comments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved rescinding current Police Department Code of Conduct and General Orders, adopting new Departmental Manual and Patrol Division SOP Manual (unanimous)

Fire Fighters Pension Board

The Llano Fire Fighters Pension Board held a regular meeting on February 27, 2024. The board approved minutes from March 2023, authorized users to TESRS, the Monthly Membership Report (MMR) ending February 29, 2024, the Llano VFD Membership Roster, member training hours, and emergency call participation. Discussion on Local Board members and terms was held but no action taken.

• Approved minutes from March 1, 2023 meeting
• Approved authorized users to TESRS (Texas Emergency Services Retirement System)
• Approved MMR for period ending February 29, 2024
• Approved Llano VFD Membership Roster
• Approved member training hours and emergency call participation

The Llano Fire Fighters' Pension Board met on August 27, 2024, and approved the minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting, the Monthly Reporting Report (MRR) for the period ending August 30, 2024, and the Llano VFD Membership Roster. All approvals were unanimous. A discussion on expanding the department membership roster resulted in no action.

• Approved minutes from February 27, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved MRR for period ending August 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Llano VFD Membership Roster (unanimous)
• No action taken on expanding department membership roster

City Council

City Council members will participate in the Llano County Water Conference on August 20, 2024. The notice states there will be no formal action taken or deliberation as a governing body.

• Attendance at the Llano County Water Conference

City Council

The City Council decided on a property tax rate of .487200 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and approved budget amendments for the General and Utilities Funds. The body also authorized a short-term rental permit and a lease agreement with Cadence Bank.

• Approved property tax rate of .487200 for FY 2024-25
• Approved Ordinance 1530 for a Short-Term Rental Specific Use Permit at 505 ½ E Main Street
• Approved Resolution R-2024-31 for a lease agreement with Cadence Bank
• Approved FY 24-25 proposed projects and budget for the Llano Economic Development Corporation Board
• Adopted Ordinance 1532 to amend FY 2023-2024 budgets, including a $111,520 increase for Cox litigation

The Llano City Council unanimously approved all items on the regular agenda, including Ordinance 1532 (budget amendments), Resolution R-2024-32 (Master Fee Schedule amendment), the Comprehensive Compensation Plan and Organizational Chart, Resolution R-2024-33 (sale of surplus city assets), Ordinance 1533 (negotiated Atmos Energy rate settlement), and Task Order 28 for drainage improvements with Steger Bizzell. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and the hotel/motel tax report, was also approved unanimously. All votes were recorded as unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved consent agenda including Aug 5, 2024 minutes and hotel/motel tax report (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1532 Budget Amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-32 amending Master Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Compensation Plan and Organizational Chart (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-33 and sale of surplus city assets (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1533 Atmos Energy rate settlement (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order 28 Drainage Improvements with Steger Bizzell (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The document contains minutes from two past meetings: the July 18 regular meeting where a Specific Use Permit for a short-term rental at 505 ½ E Main Street was approved, and the August 8 workshop where possible revisions to the Planning and Zoning Use Chart were discussed. No future meeting agenda is present.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for a short-term rental at 505 ½ E Main Street in SF-1 zone
• Held public hearing on the short-term rental permit before approval
• Approved minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting
• Discussed possible revisions to the Planning and Zoning Use Chart

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a Specific Use Permit application. The commission may take action regarding a short-term rental located in a single family 1 (SF-1) zone.

• Public hearing and possible action on a Specific Use Permit for a Short-Term Rental at OLBURN ADDN LT 1 & N 4 OF LT 2

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation approved meeting minutes and invoices/timesheets unanimously. No formal decisions were made on other agenda items, which were discussion-only, including the JLK project, a potential mural, and water grant options. The board discussed exceeding revenue projections and the possibility of taking ownership of train tracks.

• Approved June 10 and July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoices and timesheets as submitted (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists entirely of the city's zoning use chart, which lists all permitted, conditional, and prohibited uses for each zoning district. No public hearings, applications, or specific proposals are listed for discussion. This appears to be an informational or procedural reference item.

• Agenda consists solely of the zoning use chart; no specific proposals or applications

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a workshop to discuss possible revisions to the Planning and Zoning Use Chart. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only

City Council

The City Council held a series of meetings to discuss the FY 2024-25 budget and address administrative updates. The body approved specific resolutions regarding fee schedules and state housing requirements, as well as infrastructure repairs for Town Lake Dam.

• Approved two projects with Lewis Concrete Restoration to stop leaks and remove a bolt from the Town Lake Dam
• Approved Resolution R-2024-28 changing a dollar amount to 3% for Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs requirements
• Approved Resolution R-2024-29 to correct a typographical error in the Master Fee Schedule regarding two hangers
• Approved the 2024-2025 budget for the Llano Historical Society Hotel/Motel Tax Funds
• Approved the Fiscal Year 2024 3rd Quarterly Investment Report

City Council

The Llano City Council is holding a special called meeting with two substantive items: discussion and possible action on an amendment to the City of Llano Personnel Manual, and discussion regarding the FY 2024-25 City of Llano Budget. The public may comment on matters not on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment to the City of Llano Personnel Manual.
• Discussion regarding the FY 2024-25 City of Llano Budget.

The Llano City Council met in a special called session on July 22, 2024. The only agenda items were a discussion on amending the City Personnel Manual and a discussion of the FY 2024-25 budget. No formal action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any decisions.

• No formal action taken on Personnel Manual amendment
• No formal action taken on FY 2024-25 budget discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission decided on revisions to the Planning and Zoning Use Chart and a specific use permit for a property on East Luce Street. The body also swore in a new board member.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for an accessory building at 1005 East Luce Street
• Approved Planning and Zoning Use Chart revisions to allow Accessory Buildings in the Ford Street district
• Approved Planning and Zoning Use Chart revisions to allow Title Companies in the SF-1 Overlay
• Approved changing the Use Chart column heading from 'NOFS' to 'FS'
• Oath of Office for board member Michael Herrera

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for a short-term rental at 505 1/2 E Main Street, located in an SF-1 single-family zone. The motion passed unanimously with all four present members voting in favor. The commission also approved the June 20, 2024 meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for short-term rental at 505 1/2 E Main St (4-0)
• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Llano City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss the proposed FY 2024-25 city budget. No formal action is expected during the workshop, but the council may later take action in a regular meeting. The agenda includes only this single substantive item.

• Discussion of the FY 2024-25 City of Llano Budget

City Council

The Llano City Council will meet on July 15, 2024, to consider two items. The consent agenda includes approval of the Fiscal Year 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report, which reports investment earnings of $184,107 and an average yield of 5.21%. The regular agenda item is discussion and possible action on Resolution R-2024-28, which would change a dollar amount in section 3 to 3% to comply with Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs requirements.

• Consent agenda: Approval of FY2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report (earnings $184,107, average yield 5.21%)
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution R-2024-28 to amend section 3 from a dollar amount to 3% per TDHCA requirements

City Council

The Llano City Council will hold a workshop session regarding the FY 2024-25 city budget. This meeting is designated for discussion purposes.

• Discussion regarding the FY 2024-25 City of Llano Budget

City Council

The council discussed a proposal to lease an airport maintenance hangar to Matt Webb for aircraft maintenance and flight training. Members also reviewed a zoning ordinance for an accessory building at 1005 East Luce Street. Additionally, the council voted to continue with their current depository banking contract.

• Proposed 36-month lease of airport hangar to MKW Aviation at $750 per month
• Ordinance No. 1529 for a Specific Use Permit at 1005 East Luce Street
• Approval to continue with the current depository banking contract
• Discussion regarding an agreement with the Starry Starry Nights Committee

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed several land use requests during its May 16 meeting. The commission approved a short-term rental permit for 1006 Bayley Street and a property replat at 702 W Ellis Street. A request for an accessory structure at 600 Ashley Ave was removed from the agenda.

• Approved short-term rental permit for 1006 Bayley Street
• Approved land replat at 702 W Ellis Street to create LOT 18A
• Removed request for a 408 square foot accessory structure at 600 Ashley Ave

City Council

The council will consider proposals from three local banks to serve as the city's depository. This includes reviewing submissions from Llano National, Cadence, and Arrowhead banks.

• Awarding of a depository banking contract

City Council

The Llano City Council is conducting a workshop focused on an orientation for council members. No other regular agenda items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Orientation for City Council Members

City Council

The City Council approved an amendment to the FY 2023-2024 budget and a memorandum of understanding with the ATF for firearm tracing. The council also passed ordinances for a property replat at 702 W. Ellis Street and a short-term rental permit at 1006 Bayley St.

• Approved Ordinance 1527 amending the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Approved MOU between Llano Police Department and ATF for eTrace firearm tracing
• Passed Ordinance 1525 regarding a property replat at 702 W. Ellis Street
• Passed Ordinance 1526 for a short-term rental permit at 1006 Bayley St
• Approved $100 fee for Robinson Pavilion tables and chairs

Main Street Advisory Board

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no listed action items. The only item is the scheduled 9:30 A.M. meeting of the Llano Main Street Advisory Board on May 28, 2024.

City Council

The provided document is an Annual Financial Report rather than a meeting agenda. It contains an independent auditor's report and financial statements regarding the city's position and activities for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023.

• Independent Auditor's Report by BrooksWatson & Co. dated April 26, 2024
• Restatement of beginning net position for governmental, business-type, and fiduciary activities due to accounting errors
• Budgetary Comparison Schedules for the General Fund and Airport Fund

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Llano Planning and Zoning Commission held public hearings and voted on several land-use items. The board approved a specific use permit for a short-term rental bed and breakfast at 202 E. Sandstone Street, a replat at 408 East Ellis Street, and a mixed-use permit for retail, brewery, taproom, and beer garden at 209 E Main St. A rezone request for 1001 Bessemer Ave. and a metal building permit at 408 East Ellis Street were tabled.

• Approved specific use permit for a temporary short-term rental bed and breakfast at 202 E. Sandstone Street (SF-1 District).
• Approved replat of lots 5, 6, 7 & 8, Block 133, to create Lot 5A at 408 East Ellis Street.
• Approved specific use permit for retail, brewery, taproom, and beer garden at 209 E Main St (Central Business District).
• Tabled rezone request for 1001 Bessemer Ave. (HOLDEN BLK 74, 50 ft of LT 9 & 25 ft of lot 10).
• Tabled specific use permit for a 24'x40' metal building at 408 East Ellis Street.

City Council

The City Council will meet to canvass and declare the results of the May 4, 2024, General Election. The session includes swearing in newly elected council members and selecting a Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Approval of Resolution R-2024-22 to canvass May 4 General Election returns
• Swearing in of newly elected council members
• Selection of Mayor Pro-Tem for the term ending May 2025

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss and approve its minutes. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of LEDC minutes from a prior meeting

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings regarding specific use permits for a short-term rental bed and breakfast and a brewery with a taproom and beer garden. The body is also reviewing a street closure for a benefit dance in June.

• Ordinance 1519: Specific use permit for a short-term rental bed and breakfast at 202 E. Sandstone Street
• Proposed street closure of East Main from HWY 16 to Oatman Street on June 6, 2024, for a Lantex Theater benefit dance
• Public hearing for a specific use permit for a single-family dwelling with a brewery, taproom, and beer garden
• Discussion of the development of Mesquite Street from Post Oak Drive east to the John L Kuykendall Events Center Land
• Resolution R-2024-20 authorizing membership in the ATMOS Cities Steering Committee

Main Street Advisory Board

The Llano Main Street Advisory Board is holding a meeting at 9:30 a.m. on April 18, 2024. The agenda contains only the meeting time and a reference to an attached PDF document, with no listed discussion items, votes, or proposals.

• Meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on April 18, 2024
• Agenda references a PDF document titled 'MAIN STREET AGENDA APRIL 18 2024.PDF' but includes no specific agenda items

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted on two special use permit requests for accessory structures in single-family districts. Both permits were approved, one with a condition requiring a 25-foot front setback. The meeting also included approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved special use permit for a private workshop accessory structure at 1202 Ashton (SF-3) with a 25-foot front setback condition
• Approved special use permit for an accessory structure at 808 W Navarro (SF-4)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from November 16, 2023 and December 21, 2023 meetings

City Council

The City Council is meeting to participate in the planning for the City Council Candidate Forum. The notice states there will be no formal action taken or deliberation as a governing body.

• Planning for City Council Candidate Forum

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a draft memorandum from Freese and Nichols, Inc. regarding the future of the Llano City Lake and Llano Park dams. The report evaluates current water rights, dam safety, and the feasibility of increasing water storage capacity.

• Recommendation to update hazard ratings for Llano City Lake Dam and Llano Park Dam
• Proposal to make the temporary 200 acre-feet flashboard system at City Lake Dam permanent
• Recommendation for a legal review of water rights to ensure compliance with TCEQ regulations
• Proposal to construct a permanent storage system on City Park Dam
• Recommendation to incorporate repairs for the Ice House Complex intake structure into future dam plans

City Council

The City Council approved updating international codes to the 2021 edition and authorized additional legal funding. The body also approved the city's accounting policies and a national mutual aid agreement.

• Approved an additional $10,000 for William Stine for legal purposes, not to exceed $25,000 total
• Approved updating international codes to the 2021 edition
• Approved the National Mutual Aid Agreement from the American Public Power Association
• Declined to waive rental fees for the Lantex Theater for a City Council Candidate Forum
• Approved the Accounting Policies for the City of Llano

Board of Adjustment

The Llano Board of Adjustments held a public hearing and unanimously approved a variance allowing a property at 705 W Young St to reduce the required rear setback from 10 feet to 5 feet 6 inches for a proposed warehouse and loading ramp. The meeting also included a warning to the public about constitutional auditors and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved variance for 705 W Young St to reduce rear setback from 10 ft to 5 ft 6 in for a warehouse and loading ramp
• Public comment: Council warned about 'constitutional auditors' during the public comments period
• Approved minutes from February 5, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council approved resolutions to apply for Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) funding for the Downtown Revitalization Program. The council also adopted the 2017 National Electric Code and designated certain city areas as blighted.

• Approved Resolution R-2024-17 and R-2024-19 for TxCDBG grant applications
• Adopted the 2017 National Electric Code and updated Electric Policy
• Approved Resolution R-2024-18 designating city areas as blighted
• Tabled Ordinance Number 1516 regarding Special Community Event Permits
• Discussed new Accounting Policies developed via the Texas Water Development Board CFO to GO program

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a special meeting to conduct public hearings and vote on two special-use permit applications for accessory structures. The first, at 1202 Ashton in an SF-3 district, was approved with a 25-foot front setback requirement. The second, at 808 W Navarro in an SF-4 district, was approved without additional conditions.

• Public hearing and approval of special-use permit for private workshop accessory structure at 1202 Ashton (SF-3 district) with 25-foot front setback
• Public hearing and approval of special-use permit for accessory structure at 808 W Navarro (SF-4 district)
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from November 16, 2023 and December 21, 2023 meetings

City Council

The City Council is considering a grant application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Downtown Revitalization Program. The city intends to request $500,000 and commit $50,000 in local matching funds. A public hearing was held to discuss community needs regarding housing, social services, infrastructure, and economic development.

• Resolution R-2024-17 to apply for TxCDBG Downtown Revitalization Program funding
• Commitment of $50,000 in local matching funds for the grant application
• Ordinance Number 1516 to establish rules for Special Community Event Permits
• Public hearing on community development and infrastructure needs for Main Street

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is holding a public hearing followed by a regular meeting. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from a previous meeting. No other specific business items are listed.

• Public hearing and regular meeting scheduled for 5:30 PM on March 11, 2024
• Approval of LEDC minutes from March 11, 2024

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation is holding a public hearing on a budget amendment. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting.

• Public hearing on budget amendment

City Council

The City Council approved service providers for the 2024 Downtown Revitalization/Main Street Program and supported Pennrose, LLC's use of Housing Tax Credits to remodel Legend Oaks. The body also granted special use permits for accessory buildings at two residential addresses.

• Support for Pennrose, LLC to remodel Legend Oaks with approximately $50,000 per unit
• Special use permit for a private workshop at 1202 Ashton
• Special use permit for an accessory building at 808 W Navarro
• Exclusive use of part of Badu Park for eclipse camping rentals April 5-12
• Proposed TUNet Network System Agreement for automated meter reading project

City Council

The Llano City Council is holding a workshop session to discuss and potentially take action on water issues. The primary focus is the city's water conservation and drought contingency plan.

• Discussion and possible action regarding the Llano Water Conservation, Drought Contingency plan

Board of Adjustment

The Llano Board of Adjustments held a public hearing and voted unanimously to grant a variance allowing a property owner at 1302 E Luce St to keep repoured posts for an 8.5-ft x 10.5-ft greenhouse located on the property line adjacent to a city walkway/utility easement, within SF-1 zone setbacks. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the January 2, 2024 meeting. The meeting adjourned to a regular City Council session at 5:37 p.m.

• Variance approved for greenhouse posts at 1302 E Luce St, on property line within SF-1 setbacks
• Public hearing on the variance opened at 5:33 p.m. and closed at 5:36 p.m.
• Consent agenda approved, including minutes from January 2, 2024 meeting
• Meeting adjourned to regular City Council meeting at 5:37 p.m.

Main Street Advisory Board

The Llano Main Street Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items with no specific actionable proposals or notable discussions listed.

Fire Fighters Pension Board

The board met to approve administrative records and membership details. Decisions included the authorization of TESRS users and the approval of the Llano VFD Membership Roster.

• Approval of Local Board members and Board terms
• Approval of authorized users to TESRS
• Approval of MMR for the date ending February 28, 2023
• Approval of Llano VFD Membership Roster
• Approval of member training hours and emergency call participation

Fire Fighters Pension Board

The board met to approve administrative records and membership details. Decisions included the approval of board terms, authorized TESRS users, and the Llano VFD Membership Roster.

• Approval of Local Board members and Board terms
• Approval of authorized users to TESRS
• Approval of MMR for the date ending February 28, 2023
• Approval of Llano VFD Membership Roster
• Approval of member training hours and emergency call participation

City Council

The City Council approved the notice for the May 4, 2024, general elections to elect three council members at large. The body also authorized several service agreements for youth sports and local organizations, and approved a $30,000 payment to Llano County for HOP operations.

• Resolution R-2024-10 calling for May 4, 2024, General Elections
• Interlocal Agreement and $30,000 payment to Llano County for HOP operation
• Contract with Llano Gun Club for use of the city closed landfill range
• Agreement with Llano Youth Baseball Association for recreation programs
• Approval of Government Capital for a Terex Commander 4047 digger truck

City Council

The City Council will gather for a presentation regarding the April 2024 Eclipse at Lantex Theater. The notice states there will be no formal action taken and no deliberation as a governing body.

• Eclipse presentation at Lantex Theater, 113 W Main Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Llano Planning and Zoning Commission held two meetings (Nov. 16 and Dec. 21, 2023) and voted to approve a specific use permit for a bed and breakfast at 207 E Wallace in an SF-2 district, and also approved a permit for an accessory structure at 1001 E Ollie. Both items were forwarded to the city council for final action.

• Approved specific use permit for a bed and breakfast at 207 E Wallace (SF-2 district)
• Approved specific use permit for an accessory structure at 1001 E Ollie (SF-2 district)
• Public hearing on the bed-and-breakfast permit lasted one minute (5:31–5:32 p.m.)
• Consent agenda approved: minutes from September 21, 2023 meeting

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

The Llano Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on economic development matters. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes. No specific projects, contracts, or financial amounts are detailed in the provided text.

• Approval of LEDC minutes from a previous meeting

City Council

The City Council approved a lease purchase for a new pole truck for the Electric Department and authorized requests for proposals for the 2024 Texas Community Development Block Grant Program. The council also approved a street closure for a youth baseball benefit and waived rental fees for the Red Top Jail Garage Sale.

• Approved lease purchase of a new pole truck for the Llano Electric Department
• Authorized RFP and RFQ for the 2024 Texas Community Development Block Grant Downtown Revitalization Program
• Approved closing West Hamilton Street between Holden Avenue and Ashton Avenue on March 17, 2024
• Waived JLK Events Center rental fees for Red Top Jail Garage Sale on February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
• Failed motion to approve Professional Services Agreement with Plummer Associates, Inc. for water conservation updates

Board of Adjustment

The Llano Board of Adjustments held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to approve a variance allowing a manufactured home to encroach 2.02 feet into the required 10-foot rear setback, leaving 7.98 feet from the rear property line.

• Public hearing on variance for manufactured home rear setback encroachment
• Approved variance: 2.02 feet into 10-foot rear setback (7.98 feet remaining)
• Motion by Alderwoman Almond, second by Alderman DeCesaris; all in favor

Hotel-Motel Distribution Committee

The Llano Hotel-Motel Distribution Committee is meeting to discuss and consider action on requests for Hotel-Motel Fund distribution, with possible recommendations to the City Council. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only call to order, public comments, and adjournment listed.

• Discuss and consider action on Hotel-Motel Fund Distribution requests
• Possible recommendations to City Council

City Council

The City Council decided on specific use permits for a bed and breakfast and an accessory structure. The body also discussed a professional services agreement for water conservation and drought contingency plan updates.

• Approved Ordinance 1511 for a bed and breakfast at 1206 E Wallace
• Approved Ordinance 1512 for an accessory structure at 1001 E Ollie
• Proposed $49,845 contract with Plummer Associates, Inc. for Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan updates
• Discussed waiving rental fees for the Red Top Jail Garage Sale at the JLK Events Center
• Reviewed FY 2024 1st Quarter Investment Report showing $177,264 in earnings

Historic Preservation Board

The Llano Historic Preservation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine administrative items, including the adoption of the 2024 meeting schedule and election of officers. No specific property or project actions are listed on the agenda.

• Election of board officers for 2024
• Adoption of 2024 regular meeting schedule

LEDC - Llano Economic Development Corporation

This is a procedural meeting of the Llano Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) with only two agenda items: the agenda itself and approval of minutes from a prior meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Review of 1.8.24 LEDC agenda
• Approval of LEDC minutes from 1-8-24

City Council

The City Council approved a new ordinance regarding short-term rentals and appointed Grantworks to manage the Homeowner Reconstruction Assistance Program. The body also authorized spending for parking lot repairs and reappointed a representative to the Central Appraisal District.

• Approval of Ordinance 1509 regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Appointment of Grantworks for the Homeowner Reconstruction Assistance Program
• Approval of $16,175 for drainage and pavement repairs at the JLK Parking lot
• Reappointment of Deana Kenner to the Llano Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Approval of an Employee Savings Club option for employees

City Council

The City Council approved a new ordinance regarding short-term rentals and appointed Grantworks to manage a homeowner reconstruction assistance program. The body also authorized spending for parking lot repairs and reappointed a representative to the Central Appraisal District Board.

• Approved Ordinance 1509 regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Approved spending 16,175 for drainage and pavement repairs at the JLK Parking lot
• Appointed Grantworks as management service provider for the Homeowner Reconstruction Assistance Program
• Reappointed Deana Kenner to the Llano Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Approved a side yard setback reduction from 8-feet to 7-feet for 507 E Navarro Street