Temple public meetings in 2025
242 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will vote on several rezoning requests and a wide range of equipment and infrastructure purchases. The body is also discussing professional services for sewer and transportation studies and the purchase of a Police Training Center site.
- Rezoning of 921.296 +/- acres from Agricultural to Light Industrial
- Purchase of two Autocar chassis with Wittke front load bodies for $840,081
- Purchase of Dell PowerEdge and PowerStore devices for $779,014.11
- Professional services agreement for Boggy Creek Trunk Sewer project for $681,300
- Professional services agreement for East Outer Loop, Tower Road and FM 3117 design for $564,100
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a public‑comment period followed by a work session. Council members will discuss building issues at the Sammons Community Center and the Summit Recreation Center, receive updates from Public Works on fleet, solid waste, and transportation, and review the employment, duties, and work plan of the City Attorney in a closed session. No final actions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Public comments (no action, 3‑minute limit)
- Discussion of building concerns at Sammons Community Center and Summit Recreation Center
- Departmental updates from Public Works – Fleet, Solid Waste, Transportation
- Review of City Attorney employment, duties, and work plan (executive session)
- Reference to Texas Government Code § 551.074 for executive‑session discussion
Temple Revitalization Corporation Meeting
The Temple Revitalization Corporation will meet to review administrative records. The board is scheduled to consider the approval of the 2025 Annual Report and minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting.
- Approval of the 2025 Annual Report
- Approval of November 6, 2025 meeting minutes
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board will consider approval of the October 22, 2025 minutes and receive project updates. It will recommend to City Council the annual TIFRZ 1 report and several professional‑services agreements, including a $564,100 contract for East Outer Loop, Tower Road and FM 3117 compliance design. Additional contracts for waterline design, trunk extension, master plan, and transmission main are also slated for recommendation.
- Authorize $564,100 professional services agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for East Outer Loop, Tower Road and FM 3117 compliance design
- Authorize $197,500 professional services agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for 12" waterline – 25 St EST to Taylor EST
- Authorize $94,900 professional services agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for North Little Elm 15" trunk extension
- Authorize $124,000 contract amendment to Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for Master Plan preparation
- Authorize $60,000 contract amendment to Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for South Temple Transmission Main (WTP to GST/PS) – Line A
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider two variance applications. The first request seeks to reduce the front-yard setback from 25 feet to 17 feet and eliminate the required 10‑foot separation for a pergola at 2209 S 49th Street. The second request seeks to reduce the front-yard setback from 4 feet to 2.5 feet for a carport at 1805 South 3rd Street. No decisions will be made at this meeting.
- FY-26-3-VAR: variance to reduce front yard setback to 17 ft (from 25 ft) and separation to 0 ft for a pergola at 2209 S 49th St, Lot 8 Block 3 Skyline subdivision
- FY-26-4-VAR: variance to reduce front yard setback to 2.5 ft (from 4 ft) for a carport at 1805 South 3rd St, Lot 2 Block 14 Eugenia Terrace subdivision
Temple Health & Bioscience District Board of Directors Meeting
The Temple Health & Bioscience Economic Development District Board of Directors will meet to discuss election agreements and support request guidelines. The board will also receive updates on the Local Government Corporation and specific property developments.
- 2026 Joint Election Agreement with the City of Temple for the May 2, 2026 General Election
- Proposed guidelines for incoming support requests
- Update on the formation of the Local Government Corporation
- Development update for property at 2222 South 5th Street, including maintenance and surveys
- Update on North Star visit and tours
Animal Services Advisory Board Meeting
The Animal Services Advisory Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports on animal services and operations. The meeting includes a period for public comment.
- Approval of September 15, 2025, meeting minutes
- Veterinarian Report from Dr. Crews
- Greater Temple/Belton Foundation for Animal Care report from Dr. Crews
- Monthly Animal Services and Operations Report from Amy Strunk
Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will review financial reports and investment performance. The board is considering an experience study presentation by DEFINITI LLC to potentially act on actuarial assumptions for funding and valuations.
- Pension Check Register for November 2025: $397,861.41
- Refunds/DROP: $140,400.24
- CAPTRUST invoice for period ending 12-31-2025: $14,807.59
- DEFINITI LLC presentation of the Experience Study
- Discussion on updating policy for retiree attorney fee reimbursements
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and consider forming subcommittees to update Parks Use Policies and evaluate Crossroads Park Tennis Instructors. Members will also receive reports on the 2025 Summer Aquatics Program and the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Proposed subcommittee to update Parks Use Policies
- Proposed subcommittee for Evaluation of Crossroads Park Tennis Instructors
- Presentation on 2025 Summer Aquatics Program results
- Presentation on Sammons Golf Course Assistant General Manager Andrew Johnson
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board elected Angela Cases as Chair and Shane Brooks as Vice Chair, each by unanimous vote. The board also approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Two subcommittees were created: one to update Parks Use Policies and another to evaluate Crossroads Park tennis instructors.
- Angela Cases elected Board Chair (unanimous vote)
- Shane Brooks elected Vice Chair (unanimous vote)
- August 12, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous vote)
- Formed Parks Use Policies subcommittee (members: Doug Smith, Shane Brooks, Neva Dean)
- Formed Crossroads Park Tennis Instructors subcommittee (members: Kat Kaliski, Ron Davis, Tyler Price)
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The commission will meet to swear in a new member and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also receive a presentation and tour of the Bell County Communications Center in Belton.
- Swearing-in of new member Roland Carnahan
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Presentation and tour of the Bell County Communications Center
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission elected Garry Smith as the new Chair and Lydia Alaniz as Vice‑Chair. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting unanimously. No other actions were taken.
- Elected Garry Smith as Chair (nomination by Gregory Gregg, seconded by Thomas Sinkey)
- Elected Lydia Alaniz as Vice‑Chair (nomination by Thomas Sinkey, seconded by Gregory Gregg)
- Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 9, 2025. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the Nov. 24 meeting and consider two resolutions: one to write off collection losses and another to amend authorized representatives for TexPool. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker, and the meeting includes a lunch break.
- Approve minutes of the regular meeting held on November 24, 2025
- Resolution 1266 – Write Off Collection Losses
- Resolution 1267 – Amend Authorized Representatives for TexPool
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including approvals for multiple vehicle purchases, contracts, and service agreements. The council will also vote on a resolution to purchase a downtown office building at 19 North Main Street and an associated parking lot, with total costs not to exceed $2,275,000. Several ordinances and rezoning proposals will be heard in public hearings.
- Resolution to purchase downtown office building at 19 North Main Street and parking lot at 18 North Second Street (up to $2,275,000)
- Resolution authorizing purchase of CNG and diesel Freightliner trucks for $444,225
- Resolution authorizing purchase of a Giant G2700 HD loader for $100,964.14
- Resolution authorizing construction of Jones Park Renovation project for $2,438,818
- Ordinance (first reading) to rezone 921.296 acres from agricultural to light industrial
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance to voluntarily annex approximately 849.49 acres of land in Bell County, adding numerous parcels to Temple’s extra‑territorial jurisdiction. All other consent‑agenda resolutions, including contracts for vehicles, construction projects, and services, were also approved unanimously.
- Approved voluntary annexation of 849.49 acres (parcels listed) – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved construction contract with Wellcraft Builders for Jones Park Renovation – $2,438,818 – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved contract with Texas Energy & Automation Management Solutions for police indoor range automation – $112,500 – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved payment of Water System Fee to TCEQ – $91,976 – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved truck rental agreement with Rush Truck Leasing – $139,500 – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved AED inspection and maintenance services agreement with AED123, LLC – $34,969 annual ($104,907 total) – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved construction contract for City Hall Annex improvements – $170,366.57 – Pass (5‑0)
- Approved professional services agreement with Lloyd Gosselink for water and solid waste utilities – $200,000 – Pass (5‑0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the FY 26 Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association Meet & Confer Agreement and receive updates from Library, Strategy & Innovation, and Public Works departments. No final action is scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of FY 26 Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association Meet & Confer Agreement
- Departmental updates from Library, Strategy & Innovation, and Public Works
- Review of Regular Meeting agenda items for Thursday, December 4, 2025
The Temple City Council met for a workshop on December 4, 2025. Public comments were received but no discussion or final action was taken. Staff presented updates on the fire‑fighters’ meet‑and‑confer agreement, library and museum programs, and other departmental matters. No decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will receive updates on the Reinvestment Zone #1 Financing Plan and Project Plan for 2025-2062. The meeting includes reviews of tax rolls, annual reports, and current projects.
- Review of Tax Year 2025 [FY2026] Certified Tax Roll from the Appraisal District of Bell County
- Review of Annual Report for FY 2026
- Review of current projects underway or scheduled
- Discussion of possible future amendments to the Financing and Project Plan
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request that changes a two‑family dwelling to a Planned Development (PD‑T5‑E) with a site plan for a restaurant parking lot expansion. The hearing will consider the proposed development at 1208 South Main Street in the H. P. Robertson Addition. The commission will also consider the final plat for the Rowan Temple Subdivision at 2351 Bob White Road as a consent agenda item.
- FY‑26‑3‑PLT: Final plat of Rowan Temple Subdivision, 554.59‑acre, 1‑lot non‑residential, 2351 Bob White Road
- FY‑26‑6‑ZC: Public hearing on rezoning 2‑family dwelling to Planned Development (PD‑T5‑E) with restaurant parking lot expansion, 0.19‑acre, 1208 South Main Street
The commission approved consent agenda items 4 and 5 by a 5‑0 vote. A public hearing on rezoning FY‑26‑6‑ZC was held with no public comments. Commissioners voted 5‑0 to recommend the rezoning to City Council. The meeting adjourned at 5:44 p.m.
- Approved consent agenda items 4 and 5 (5:0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning FY‑26‑6‑ZC to City Council (5:0)
- Held public hearing on rezoning request (no comments)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker, with no discussion or final action taken. In the work session, members will review regular agenda items for the December 2 meeting and receive the Planning Director’s report covering subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, annexations, and any proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. No decisions are scheduled for this workshop.
- Public comments (max 3 minutes each) – no action taken
- Discuss regular agenda items for the December 2 meeting
- Receive Planning Director’s report on subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, annexations, and UDC amendment proposals
The commission opened the work session at 5:15 p.m., heard no public comments, reviewed the regular meeting agenda, and adjourned at 5:21 p.m. No decisions, approvals, or denials were made.
Special Called City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider converting a city-controlled property into housing for homeless individuals. The proposed site is a 35.945+/- acre property located at 4056 Little Flock Road.
- Public hearing for conversion of 35.945+/- acre property at 4056 Little Flock Road for homeless housing
The council conducted a public hearing to consider converting a 35.945‑acre property at 4056 Little Flock Road into housing for homeless individuals. Residents voiced support and opposition. After hearing comments, the council took no final action.
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The board will meet to review updates from the Housing & Community Development department. Members will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting.
- Housing & Community Development department updates presentation
- Approval of October 28, 2025 meeting minutes
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. The board also scheduled its next regular meeting for January 27, 2026. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled next NRAB meeting for Jan 27, 2026
Notice of Possible Quorum - Love Where You Build Program
The Temple City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission have been notified of a possible quorum for a meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025 at the SunGlo Building, 301 S 4th Street. The agenda consists solely of a Love Where You Build Program presentation from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No official action will be taken by the Council or Commission at this meeting. The notice fulfills the Texas Open Meetings Act requirements.
- Love Where You Build Program presentation – Monday, Dec 1, 2025, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., SunGlo Building, MLK Festival Grounds, 301 S 4th Street, Temple, TX
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider two variance requests. One request seeks to reduce the front‑yard setback from 25 ft to 17 ft and eliminate the required 10‑ft separation for a pergola at 2209 S 49th Street. The other request seeks permission for a residential driveway onto Cedar Creek Road at 6939 Cedar Creek Road. No final actions will be taken on these items during this meeting.
- FY-26-3-VAR: variance to reduce front yard setback to 17 ft (from 25 ft) and separation to 0 ft for a pergola at 2209 S 49th St, Skyline subdivision (request to table)
- FY-26-6-VAR: variance to allow a residential driveway onto Cedar Creek Road for the property at 6939 Cedar Creek Road, Henry Millard Survey
- Public comments: citizens may address the board, limited to three minutes each, no decisions made
- Review of October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
- Procedural items: call to order and pledge of allegiance
The board approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes by general consent. A variance to reduce the front‑yard setback at 2209 S 49th Street was tabled unanimously. The board approved a driveway variance at 6939 Cedar Creek Road, with the condition that it apply to a single driveway located near the center of the lot, also unanimously.
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (General Consent)
- Tabled variance to reduce front‑yard setback to 17 ft at 2209 S 49th St (5‑0)
- Approved driveway variance at 6939 Cedar Creek Rd with condition of one centrally‑located driveway (5‑0)
CANCELED - Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association will hold a Meet and Confer meeting on November 25, 2025. Attendees will receive training on the meet‑and‑confer process and consider minutes from the November 14 meeting. The groups will discuss issues to potentially include in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement. The public may observe but not participate unless allowed by ground rules.
- Training on the Meet and Confer process for negotiation teams
- Consideration of minutes from the November 14, 2025 meeting
- Discussion of potential issues for inclusion in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review financial statements for multiple housing properties and consider six resolutions. These include updates to records management and minority-owned business policies. The board will also receive reports on occupancy, grants, and NSPIRE inspections.
- Resolution 1260: Write Off Collection Losses
- Resolution 1261: Disposition of Property
- Resolution 1262 & 1263: Criminal, Drug Treatment, and Registered Sex Offender Records Management Policy
- Resolution 1264: Revisions to Minority and/or Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs Policy
- Resolution 1265: Update Signature Authorities for Temple and Belton Housing Authority Bank Accounts
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple resolutions authorizing purchases, contracts, and ordinance actions. Key items include a $15.3 million acquisition of about 147 acres in north Temple, several capital improvement contracts, and two ordinances related to land use and public safety. The council will also hear public comments and recognize the 2025 Corporate Challenge winners.
- Resolution 2025-0423-R: authorize purchase of ~147.47 acres in north Temple for approx. $15,300,000 to support mobility infrastructure and future landfill expansion
- Resolution 2025-0372-R: authorize purchase and installation of playground equipment and shade structures from Cunningham Recreation for $924,984.67
- Ordinance 2025-0052-O: conditional use permit allowing off‑premise retail sale of alcoholic beverages at 2204 W Ave M Suite 120
- Resolution 2025-0417-R: authorize grant application and acceptance of $201,250 for bullet‑resistant components for law‑enforcement vehicles
- Ordinance 2025-0054-O: first reading of voluntary annexation of 849.49 ± acres in Temple’s extra‑territorial jurisdiction
The Temple City Council adopted the Consent Agenda and approved a series of contracts, purchases, and improvement projects, including playground equipment, lighting, highway work, and a bronze statue. All items received a 5‑0 vote in favor. No items were opposed or tabled.
- Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
- Approved playground equipment purchase $924,984.67 (5-0)
- Approved decorative accent lighting project $189,701.23 (5-0)
- Approved State Highway 36 right‑turn lane improvement $160,331 (5-0)
- Approved bronze statue design contract $93,500 (5-0)
- Approved FM 2483 Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation $687,820 (5-0)
- Approved professional services for South Temple Transmission Main Line B $320,000 (5-0)
- Approved contract amendment for Crossroads Park turf $657,228 (5-0)
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the November 20 regular meeting and receive financial results for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. The session includes departmental updates and a closed session regarding economic development prospects.
- Presentation of Fourth Quarter Financial results for Fiscal Year 2025
- Departmental updates from Parks & Recreation, General Services, Neighborhood Services, and Library
- Closed session to discuss economic development prospects and potential incentives
The Temple City Council met for a workshop on November 20, 2025. No public comments were received and the Council discussed agenda items, financial results, departmental updates, and economic development prospects, but no final actions were taken. An executive session was held at 4:00 pm with no decisions made.
Historic Preservation Board Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board will meet on November 19, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The board will consider approval of minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. It will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for an accessory dwelling unit at 605 North 9th Street in the North Central Temple Historic District. The board will also receive a presentation on the Love Where You Build Program, updates on interpretive panels, prior COA cases, and discuss future meeting dates.
- Approve minutes from the June 18, 2025 regular meeting
- Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for an ADU at 605 North 9th Street
- Receive presentation and recommendation on the Love Where You Build Program
- Update on Bird Creek Battle and Indian Hunting Grounds Site interpretive panels
- Update on prior COA applications and administrative approvals
The Historic Preservation Board approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0‑1 vote. It then approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an accessory dwelling unit at 605 North 9th Street by a 7‑0 vote. Finally, the board recommended the Love Where You Build program to City Council, also by a 7‑0 vote.
- Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for ADU at 605 North 9th Street (7-0)
- Recommended Love Where You Build program to City Council (7-0)
Special Called Executive Session
The City Council will meet in a closed executive session to receive briefings on potential economic development projects and on possible real‑property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway. Under Texas Government Code §§551.087 and 551.072, the council may discuss commercial or financial information and property negotiations, but no final action will be taken. The agenda also lists upcoming Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone One committee meetings, for which council members are invited but no decisions are scheduled.
- Briefing on economic development prospects (commercial/financial information)
- Briefing on potential real‑property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway
- Notice of upcoming Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone One Board of Directors meeting
- Notice of upcoming Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone One Project Committee meeting
- Notice of upcoming Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone One Financing Committee meeting
The Temple City Council met in a closed executive session to receive briefings on economic development prospects and potential real‑property transactions along I‑35. Under Texas law, the council discussed these matters but took no final action. No votes or decisions were recorded.
Notice of Possible Quorum - Love Where You Build Program
The Temple City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are invited to a presentation for the Love Where You Build Program. The notice states that no official action will be taken by the Council and Commission.
- Love Where You Build Program Presentation
Emergency Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Emergency Services Advisory Board will meet to review the adopted FY26 budget and the FY26 calendar and events. The meeting includes a report from Fire & Emergency Management Services and the introduction of Assistant City Manager Shawn Reynolds.
- Review of adopted FY26 budget
- Overview of FY26 Calendar and Events
- Fire & Emergency Management Services Report
- Approval of September 16, 2025, meeting minutes
The Emergency Services Advisory Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The planned introduction of new Assistant City Manager Shawn Reynolds was cancelled. No other formal actions were recorded at this meeting.
- Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
- Cancelled introduction of new Assistant City Manager Shawn Reynolds
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and recommend action on a rezoning request that would change about 921 acres from Agricultural (AG) to Light Industrial (LI). The hearing will consider multiple parcel numbers listed in the agenda. The commission will also consider other rezoning and development plan requests and a final plat for a residential subdivision.
- Rezoning of ~921 acres from AG to LI (parcels 371824, 127256, 117158, etc.)
- Rezoning and binding site development plan for a chemical manufacturing facility (~10.4 acres) at 2106 Wilsonart Drive and 4600 Lucius McCelvey Drive
- Rezoning and conditional use permit changes for commercial development at 6618 and 6808 North General Bruce Drive
- Final plat approval for Texas Legacy Addition, a 0.2427‑acre, 4‑lot residential subdivision at 704 South 28th Street
- Approval of November 3, 2025 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved consent agenda items 4 and 5 by unanimous vote. Public hearings were held for three rezoning proposals, and the commission voted unanimously to recommend each be approved by City Council. The recommendations will be presented to Council on December 4, 2025.
- Approved consent agenda items 4 and 5 (6:0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning Agricultural to Light Industrial (Item 6) to City Council (6:0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning Light Industrial to Planned Development for chemical facility (Item 7) to City Council (6:0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning Agricultural/Commercial with CUP changes (Item 8) to City Council (6:0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop. Public comments will be heard, but no decisions will be made. In the work session the commission will discuss any regular agenda items for the day and will receive the Planning Director’s report that lists items for future meetings, including subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional‑use permits, annexations, and possible amendments to the Unified Development Code.
- Public comments (no action taken)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items for November 17, 2025
- Receipt and discussion of Planning Director’s report on subdivision plats
- Receipt and discussion of report on zoning cases and conditional‑use permits
- Receipt and discussion of report on annexations and proposed UDC amendments
The commission met for a work session on November 17, 2025. Public comments were taken and then closed. The meeting included a reading of a resignation letter and discussion of the agenda, and it adjourned at 5:26 p.m. No motions were made or votes taken.
Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association will meet to train on the meet‑and‑confer process and consider several agenda items. They will vote to approve the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting and adopt ground rules for the Meet and Confer Compensation Sub‑Committee. The meeting will also include discussion of issues that may be included in the fiscal‑year 2027 Meet and Confer Agreement between the city and the police association. Public observation is allowed but participation is limited to permitted speakers.
- Approve minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting
- Approve ground rules for the Meet and Confer Compensation Sub‑Committee
- Discuss potential issues for inclusion in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement
- Training on the Meet and Confer process for negotiation teams
- Public observation permitted; active participation restricted
Assistant City Manager Erin Smith called the meeting to order at 9:06 a.m. The minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting were approved by a 10‑0 vote. Members discussed potential issues for the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 a.m.
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
- No action taken on FY 27 Meet and Confer issues
Notice of Possible Quorum - Love Where You Build Program
The Temple City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are invited to a presentation regarding the Love Where You Build Program. This is a notice of a possible quorum; no official action will be taken by the Council and Commission.
- Love Where You Build Program Presentation at the SunGlo Building
Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the October 2025 pension check register and various bank fees. The board will also consider refund requests for five individuals and review the CAPTRUST Portfolio Rebalancer.
- Pension Check Register for October 2025: $397,861.41
- Extraco Banks Fees: $14,020.67 (account 8379) and $317.00 (account 28379)
- Refunds for Valon Vickers, Connor Rossow, Noah Costello, Drew Brooks, and Nicholas McMillan
- Review of CAPTRUST Portfolio Rebalancer
- Discussion on updating policy for retiree attorney fee reimbursements
Planning and Zoning Commission Notice of Possible Quorum
The Temple Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting on November 12, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. in the municipal building. The notice states a quorum may not be present and no official actions will be taken. The agenda includes a member breakfast at the same time and location.
- Planning and Zoning Commission Member Breakfast – 8:00 a.m., 1st Floor Planning Conference Room
Temple Revitalization Corporation Meeting
The Temple Revitalization Corporation will meet to discuss a Property Purchase and Development Agreement. This agreement involves the exchange of specific properties between the Corporation and East Heights Development, LLC.
- Proposed transfer of 814 and 818 East Avenue B to East Heights Development, LLC
- Proposed transfer of 512 E. Avenue I from East Heights Development, LLC to the Temple Revitalization Corporation
- Approval of minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting
The board approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved a Property Purchase and Development Agreement that transfers 814 and 818 East Avenue B to East Heights Development, LLC, and transfers 512 E. Avenue I from East Heights Development, LLC to the corporation, with a 3‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.
- Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Property Purchase and Development Agreement transferring 814 & 818 East Ave B to East Heights Development, LLC and 512 E Ave I to corporation (3-0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop that begins with public comments, followed by a work session. Council members will discuss regular agenda items, consider proposed purchasing policy updates, and receive departmental updates from Parks & Recreation and General Services. They will also receive briefings on potential real‑property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway, economic development prospects, and pending or contemplated litigation. No final actions will be taken; some discussions may occur in closed session as permitted by Texas law.
- Discussion of proposed purchasing policy updates
- Briefing on potential real property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway
- Briefing on certain economic development prospects
- Updates from Parks & Recreation and General Services departments
- Briefing from City Attorney on pending or contemplated litigation
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a large consent agenda including contracts for irrigation controllers, radios, and software, as well as construction projects for parks, police substations, and water infrastructure. The body will also vote on final readings for zoning changes and a voluntary annexation.
- Purchase of radios and software for $544,004.76
- Construction contracts for parks and substations totaling $2.2 million
- Final readings for zoning changes on Old Highway 95
- Voluntary annexation of 51.6 acres on Tower Road
- Purchase of downtown office building at 19 North Main Street
Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association will hold a Meet and Confer meeting on November 4, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting, training on the Meet and Confer process, and discussion of issues that could be included in the FY 2027 Meet and Confer Agreement. The public may observe but cannot participate unless allowed by the ground rules.
- Approve minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting
- Training on the Meet and Confer process for both parties
- Discussion of potential issues for inclusion in the FY 2027 Meet and Confer Agreement
- Public observation permitted; active participation prohibited unless authorized
Assistant City Manager Erin Smith called the meeting to order. The minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously with an 8‑0 vote. Members discussed potential issues for the FY 27 Meet‑and‑Confer Agreement but took no action. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.
- Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
- No action taken on FY 27 Meet and Confer issues
- Meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing. The body is considering the first reading of an ordinance to amend the classifications of certified firefighters.
- Public hearing for ordinance 2025-0051-O regarding certified firefighter classifications
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold a second and final reading on an ordinance that would amend the classifications of certified firefighters. No other official actions are scheduled for this special‑called meeting. The agenda notes that the council may discuss items in executive session if permitted, but no decisions are listed beyond the ordinance review.
- Second & final reading: ordinance to amend classifications of certified firefighters
Civil Service Commission Meeting
The Temple Civil Service Commission will meet on November 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the City Council Chambers. The commission will approve the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting and will discuss appeals filed by Temple Police Department personnel regarding the sergeant promotional exams held on October 16, 2025. No final action will be taken on public comments.
- Public comment period (no decisions, three‑minute limit per speaker)
- Oath of Office for commission members
- Approval of September 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Consideration of appeals of Temple Police Department sergeant promotional exams (Oct 16, 2025)
- Adjournment of the meeting
The commission approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to uphold appeals allowing multiple answers for exam questions 25, 49, 50, and 76 in the October 16, 2025 police sergeant promotional exam. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Upheld appeal to allow multiple answers for question #25 (3-0)
- Upheld appeal to allow multiple answers for question #49 (3-0)
- Upheld appeal to allow multiple answers for question #50 (3-0)
- Upheld appeal to allow multiple answers for question #76 (3-0)
- Adjourned meeting (3-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and recommend action on a rezoning request that would change approximately 49.989 acres at 4181 Tower Road from Agricultural (AG) to Light Industrial (LI). The commission will also adopt the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting as a consent agenda item.
- Public hearing on rezoning 4181 Tower Road (≈49.989 acres) from Agricultural to Light Industrial
- Adopt minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting (consent agenda)
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on a rezoning request for approximately 49.989 acres at 4181 Tower Road, changing the designation from Agricultural to Light Industrial. No public comments were received. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the rezoning to City Council. Item 4 on the consent agenda was also approved unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda item 4 (9-0)
- Recommended rezoning of 49.989 acres at 4181 Tower Road from Agricultural to Light Industrial to City Council (9-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The commission will hold a work session to discuss items for the November 3 regular meeting and the Planning Director’s Report. Members will also receive an update on the Love Where You Build neighborhood development program. No final actions will be taken during this workshop.
- Discussion of the Planning Director’s Report regarding subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, annexations, and Unified Development Code text amendments
- Update presentation on the Love Where You Build Neighborhood Development program
The commission met on Nov 3, 2025, opened at 4:45 p.m., heard no public comments, received a presentation on the Love Where You Build program, and received administrative updates. No motions were made, no votes taken, and the meeting adjourned at 5:21 p.m.
Notice of Possible Quorum - Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will hold a meeting with public stakeholders to discuss the Unified Development Code (UDC) update, covering the process, schedule, and summaries of Phase 1 (signs) and Phase 2 (development review agencies and procedures). No official action will be taken at this meeting. The notice fulfills Texas Open Meetings Act requirements.
- Unified Development Code (UDC) update public stakeholders meeting – discussion of process, schedule, Phase 1 signs, and Phase 2 development review agencies
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will meet on October 29, 2025 at Rose Hall, 107 North 9th Street, Temple, Texas. The board will consider routine items on the consent agenda, including approval of September 24, 2025 meeting minutes, dashboard reports, and September 2025 financial statements for multiple housing projects. It will also review a quarterly investment analysis for Belton and Temple. The board will vote on four resolutions, notably Resolution 1258 to approve revisions to the consortium bylaws and Resolution 1259 to approve revisions to the CTHC procurement policy.
- Approve minutes of the September 24, 2025 regular meeting (Consent Agenda item 4)
- Review dashboard reports and September 2025 financial statements for listed housing projects (Consent Agenda items 5‑6)
- Presentation of quarterly investment analysis for Belton and Temple (Consent Agenda item 18)
- Resolution 1258 – Approve revisions to the Consortium Bylaws (Consent Agenda item 21)
- Resolution 1259 – Approve revisions to the CTHC Procurement Policy (Consent Agenda item 22)
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will review a presentation on the Love Where You Build program and consider a recommendation to the City Council for approving its program standards. The board will also consider a recommendation to the council for approving a Neighborhood Conservation Overlay. Additionally, the board will approve the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and schedule the next meeting.
- Approve minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting
- Presentation on the Love Where You Build program and recommendation to council for program standards
- Recommendation to council for approval of the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay
- Schedule the next Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board meeting
- Public comments (no action taken)
The board unanimously approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted 6‑0‑1 to recommend that City Council approve the Love Where You Build program standards. It also voted 6‑0‑1 to recommend approval of the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay districts. The next board meeting was set for December 2, 2025 and the meeting adjourned at 1:11 PM.
- Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended Love Where You Build program standards to City Council (6‑0‑1)
- Recommended Neighborhood Conservation Overlay districts to City Council (6‑0‑1)
- Scheduled next NRAB meeting for Dec 2, 2025
- Adjourned meeting at 1:11 PM
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider two variance requests. Both items seek to increase the maximum allowed decibels at the property line from 70 to 75 decibels for existing car wash operations.
- Variance request for car wash at 3107 South 31st Street (FY-25-12-VAR)
- Variance request for car wash at 7477 W Adams Avenue (FY-25-13-VAR)
Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association will meet to conduct training on the Meet and Confer Process. The teams will also discuss issues for potential inclusion in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement.
- Training related to the Meet and Confer Process
- Discussion of issues for the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement
- Approval of September 30, 2025 meeting minutes
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Temple TIF Zone No. 1 Board will consider authorizing contract amendments for construction services on the South Temple Transmission Main and Veteran's Memorial Boulevard projects. The board will also review project updates and discuss economic development prospects.
- Authorize Contract Amendment #1 to Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for $197,370
- Authorize Contract Amendment #3 to Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for $541,700
- Review current and future construction projects
- Receive updates from Temple Economic Development Corporation
- Discuss economic development prospects and potential real property acquisitions
Library Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Temple Public Library Board of Trustees will administer the oath of office to Susan Long. It will approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting and receive the FY2025 report from the Director of Libraries and Museums. The Board will also review and consider approval of the Customer Conduct Policy.
- Administer oath of office to Susan Long
- Approve minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting
- Receive FY2025 report from the Director of Libraries and Museums
- Review and consider approval of the Customer Conduct Policy
The Library Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. The board also approved updates to the Customer Conduct Policy, including a new Food Policy. New board member Susan Long was formally welcomed. The meeting was adjourned at 12:24 PM.
- Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Customer Conduct Policy updates (4-0)
- Welcomed new board member Susan Long (no vote recorded)
- Adjourned meeting at 12:24 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit that would allow retail sales of all alcoholic beverages for off‑premise consumption at 2204 W Ave M Suite 120. The Commission will also consider the final plat for the Severni Ranch Phase I mixed‑use subdivision and adopt routine consent agenda items and meeting minutes.
- Consider and adopt the final plat for Severni Ranch Phase I (109.335‑acre, 304‑lot mixed‑use subdivision) at 6250 Pegasus Drive, 1674 Moores Mill Road, and 6201 Brewster Road
- Public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for alcohol retail at 2204 W Ave M Suite 120
- Adopt FY‑25‑45‑PLT consent agenda items
- Approve October 6, 2025 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved items 4 and 5 on the consent agenda by a 6‑0 vote. After a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for retail alcohol sales at 2204 W Ave M Suite 120, the commission voted 6‑0 to recommend disapproval of the permit to City Council. No other actions were taken before adjournment.
- Approved consent agenda items 4 and 5 (6:0)
- Recommended disapproval of CUP for 2204 W Ave M Suite 120 (6:0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop where no final actions will be taken. Commissioners will discuss items on the regular meeting agenda for October 20, 2025 and will receive the Planning Director’s report covering subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, annexations, and any proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. Public comments are allowed, limited to three minutes each, but will not be acted upon.
- Public comment period (no action taken)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items for October 20, 2025
- Review of Planning Director’s report on subdivision plats
- Review of report on zoning cases and conditional use permits
- Consideration of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
The commission opened the work session, allowed public comments (none were received), reviewed recent City Council actions, and then adjourned. No substantive actions, approvals, or denials were taken.
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to review items for the October 16 regular meeting and receive updates on the Unified Development Code adoption schedule. The session includes departmental updates and a briefing on economic development prospects, including a closed session for business negotiations.
- Unified Development Code (UDC) phased approach and adoption schedule update
- Departmental updates from Communications & Destination Services and Fire
- Briefing and closed session regarding economic development prospects and incentives
The council received updates on the Unified Development Code, communications and fire department activities, and an economic development briefing. A closed‑session meeting was held to discuss a prospective business incentive, but no final action was taken. No votes or formal decisions were recorded.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss several large infrastructure contracts, including water main and road projects. The meeting also includes public hearings on rezoning and comprehensive plan amendments for land on Old Highway 95.
- Construction contract for Veteran’s Memorial Boulevard Phase 1 (Spur 290) for $7,757,757
- Construction of South Temple Transmission Main Line A-1 for $3,314,618.78
- Purchase of 16 marked police vehicles for $1,383,680.93
- Purchase of playground equipment from The PlayWell Group, Inc. for $1,382,304.43
- Rezoning of 229.361 +/- acres at 8930 & 9018 Old Highway 95 for mixed-use development
The Temple City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, authorizing a series of contracts and purchases ranging from playground equipment to police vehicles and a $3,314,618.78 transmission line construction contract. Council members also approved an interlocal hazardous‑waste agreement, several ordinances, and a conditional‑use permit for auto storage. The council voted 4‑0 to postpone the purchase of two 2026 Freightliner 114SD chassis. All votes were recorded as four in favor and none against.
- Approved $1,382,304.43 playground equipment purchase (4‑0)
- Approved $1,383,680.93 purchase of 16 police vehicles (4‑0)
- Approved $136,996.98 Turf equipment purchase (4‑0)
- Postponed purchase of two 2026 Freightliner 114SD chassis ($1,061,974) (4‑0)
- Approved $363,136 CAT 953 tracked loader purchase (4‑0)
- Approved $352,812.10 Freightliner M2‑106 chassis with sweeper body (4‑0)
- Approved $3,314,618.78 South Temple Transmission Main Line A‑1 construction contract (4‑0)
- Approved conditional‑use permit for private auto storage at 3418 Profit Place (4‑0)
Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association will meet to receive training on the meet-and-confer process and to discuss issues for possible inclusion in the FY 27 agreement. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the September 30, 2025 meeting, a discussion of potential agreement items, and closing comments. Public observation is allowed but participation is limited to permitted parties.
- Approve minutes from the September 30, 2025 meeting
- Training on the Meet and Confer process for both parties
- Discussion of potential issues for inclusion in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement
- Closing comments
The City of Temple and the Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association met on October 15, 2025. The minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting were approved by a vote of 10‑0. A list of potential issues for the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement was discussed, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 11:53 a.m.
- Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission will review the FY2026 workplan and September crime statistics presented by Interim Chief Allen Teston. The body will also discuss the upcoming events calendar and future meeting dates.
- FY2026 Workplan presentation
- September Executive Summary/Crime Statistics presentation
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar
- Approval of September 9, 2025, meeting minutes
The commission unanimously approved the September 9 minutes. The November 11 meeting was cancelled by a 5‑to‑0 vote, while the December 9 meeting was approved by a 4‑to‑1 vote. The commission then adjourned with no opposition.
- Approved September 9 minutes – unanimous
- Cancelled November 11, 2025 meeting – 5 agreed, 0 opposed
- Confirmed December 9, 2025 meeting – 4 agreed, 1 opposed
- Adjourned meeting – no opposition
Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Airport Advisory Board will consider recommending that City Council accept two TxDOT Aviation grants. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review 4th Quarter Airport Performance.
- Recommendation for $100,000 Routine Airport Maintenance Program (RAMP) Grant
- Recommendation for $6,691,735.00 grant for Taxiway D Realignment Project construction
- City match of $334,586.75 for Taxiway D Realignment Project
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Presentation on 4th Quarter Airport Performance
The board elected Lester Fettig as Chair and David Leigh as Vice‑Chair, both unanimously. It approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes without dissent. The board unanimously recommended the city accept a $100,000 RAMP grant from TxDOT Aviation. It also unanimously recommended the city accept a $6,691,735 TxDOT grant (with a $334,586.75 city match) for the Taxiway D Realignment Project.
- Elected Lester Fettig as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected David Leigh as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to accept $100,000 TxDOT RAMP grant (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to accept $6,691,735 TxDOT grant with $334,586.75 city match for Taxiway D Realignment (unanimous)
- Scheduled next Airport Advisory Board meeting for November 10, 2025
CANCELED -Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board scheduled a regular meeting for October 14, 2025, but it was canceled. Consequently, the board will not approve the August 12 minutes, discuss budget highlights, review summer aquatics results, consider a subcommittee on Parks Use Policies, or receive departmental updates at this time.
- Consider approval of the minutes from August 12, 2025 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting
- Receive a presentation regarding the Parks and Recreation budget highlights for FY 2026
- Receive a presentation regarding the results of the 2025 Summer Aquatics Program
- Discuss forming a subcommittee to update the Parks Use Policies
- Receive departmental updates from Sammons Golf Course, Parks Division, Recreation Division, and Administration
Special Called City Council Executive Session
The Temple City Council will hold a special executive session to discuss the employment, duties, and work plans of the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, City Secretary, and Municipal Judge. No final action is scheduled to be taken during this meeting.
- Executive session to discuss City Manager employment
- Executive session to discuss City Attorney duties
- Executive session to discuss Director of Finance work plan
- Executive session to discuss City Secretary duties
- Executive session to discuss Municipal Judge duties
The Temple City Council met in executive session at 10:30 a.m. to discuss the employment, duties, and work plans of the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, City Secretary, and Municipal Judge. Under Texas Government Code § 551.074, the discussion was limited to personnel matters. No final action or vote was taken on any item.
Temple Firefighters' Relief & Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine financial expenditures and the September 2025 pension check register. The board will also consider a QDRO from an attorney and discuss updates to retiree attorney fee policies.
- September 2025 Pension Check Register: $397,861.41
- Harvest Interest invoice: $1,019.00
- NCPERS annual renewal: $475.00
- Review of QDRO received from attorney
- Discussion on retiree attorney fee reimbursement policy
Building and Standards Commission Regular Meeting
The Building and Standards Commission will consider a series of complaints about residential and commercial structures at various addresses in Temple. No final actions will be taken on these items during this meeting; they are for review and possible future action. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of the August 4 minutes, and an update on past complaints.
- Complaint 319 – dwelling at 517 S Knob St (owner: Oralia Andrade-Hernandez)
- Complaint 1324 – commercial structure at 1102 S Main St (owner: Paul Hernandez)
- Complaint 1325 – commercial structure at 1809 W Avenue M (owner: Leslie Anne Ingram)
- Complaint 1326 – accessory structure at 717 N 8th St (owner: Wilford John Beimer – Pete Est.)
- Complaint 1329 – dwelling at 1002 S 10th St (owner: Hollamir Capital Group LLC)
The Building and Standards Commission voted unanimously to issue 30‑day demolition orders for four dangerous structures and 30‑day secure orders for three other properties. Each order requires the owner, lienholder, or mortgagee to demolish or secure the building within 30 days or the City may act and place a lien. Funding for the demolition orders is provided through CDBG or General Funds as noted. All orders may be appealed to the District Court within 30 days.
- Approved 30‑day demolition order for 517 S Knob St (4‑0)
- Approved 30‑day demolition order for 1102 S Main St (4‑0)
- Approved 30‑day demolition order for 1809 W Avenue M (4‑0)
- Approved 30‑day demolition order for 717 N 8th St (4‑0)
- Approved 30‑day secure order for 1002 S 10th St (4‑0)
- Approved 30‑day secure order for 108 N Pea Ridge Rd (4‑0)
- Approved 30‑day secure order for 1307 N 2nd St (4‑0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop with public comment limited to three minutes per speaker. In the work session, commissioners will discuss agenda items for the regular meeting and review the Planning Director’s report on upcoming subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, annexations, and any proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. They will also hear a staff presentation on the Neighborhood Development programs “Love Where You Live and Love Where You Build.” No final actions will be taken at this workshop.
- Discuss regular meeting agenda items for Monday, Oct 6, 2025
- Receive and discuss Planning Director’s report on subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, annexations, and proposed Unified Development Code amendments
- Staff presentation on Neighborhood Development programs “Love Where You Live and Love Where You Build”
The Planning and Zoning Commission opened the work session at 4:30 p.m. and received no public comments. Staff presented information on the "Love Where You Live and Love Where You Build" program and the commission discussed the regular meeting agenda. The meeting included an invocation, a pledge, and a note that no affidavits to abstain were received, then adjourned at 5:33 p.m. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two amendments to Ordinance 2020‑5061, including a change of the Future Development Category to Corridor Mixed‑Use for about 229.361 ± acres at 8930 & 9018 Old Highway 95. A separate amendment will modify the Future Thoroughfare Plan for the area south of FM 93. The commission will also consider a rezoning and binding site plan for the same 229‑acre parcel, and will act on final plats for the Wildflower Trails Phase I subdivision and the Eikenloff Addition. Routine items such as minutes and consent agenda items will be approved.
- Public hearing (FY‑25‑3‑AMND) to amend Ordinance 2020‑5061, changing Future Development Category to Corridor Mixed‑Use on 229.361 ± acres at 8930 & 9018 Old Highway 95
- Public hearing (FY‑25‑33‑AMND) to amend Ordinance 2020‑5061, updating the Future Thoroughfare Plan south of FM 93
- Public hearing (FY‑25‑29‑ZC) for rezoning from Agricultural to Planned Development Single‑Family Dwelling 3 with mixed‑use components on the same 229.361 ± acre parcel
- Consider and act on Final Plat of Wildflower Trails Phase I, 41.857 ± acre, 138‑lot subdivision at 990 S Kegley Rd.
- Consider and act on Final Plat of Eikenloff Addition, 0.251 ± acre, 4‑lot subdivision at 709 & 711 South 28th St.
The commission elected Commissioner Greg Rhoads as chair and Commissioner Jeremy Jirasek as vice‑chair, each by an 8‑0 vote. It unanimously recommended to City Council approval of two comprehensive‑plan amendments (Items 6 and 8) and a rezoning with a conditional use permit for alcohol sales (Item 8). The commission approved the Final Plat for the Wildflower Trails Phase I residential subdivision by a 7‑1 vote and approved the Eikenloff Addition plat by a 6‑2 vote.
- Elected Greg Rhoads Chair (8‑0)
- Elected Jeremy Jirasek Vice‑Chair (8‑0)
- Recommended approval of FY‑25‑3‑AMND amendment to Comprehensive Plan (8‑0)
- Recommended approval of FY‑25‑33‑AMND amendment to Comprehensive Plan (8‑0)
- Recommended approval of FY‑25‑29‑ZC rezoning with 75%+ alcohol revenue CUP (8‑0)
- Approved Final Plat of Wildflower Trails Phase I (7‑1)
- Approved Final Plat of Eikenloff Addition (6‑2)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council workshop will begin with public comments, which are limited to three minutes and will not result in any council action. Council members will receive a departmental update from People Operations. They will also hear a City Attorney briefing on pending litigation, including matters related to the Santa Fe Mobile Home Park. Finally, the council will be briefed on possible real‑property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway, with no final action taken at this meeting.
- Receive departmental update from People Operations
- Receive City Attorney briefing on pending litigation, including Santa Fe Mobile Home Park
- Receive briefing on potential real property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway
- Discuss regular meeting agenda items for Thursday, October 2, 2025
The Temple City Council met for a workshop on October 2, 2025. Public comments were received but no discussion or final action was taken. The council received updates from the Planning Director, People Operations, and the City Attorney, and entered an executive session to discuss potential real‑property matters, but no final actions or votes were recorded.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, personnel classification amendments for police and fire, and a tax abatement for a 554-acre site. The body is also considering a new utility billing system and the denial of an Oncor Electric Delivery Company rate change application.
- Estimated $1,641,326 five-year contract with SpryPoint Services Inc. for utility billing software
- Tax abatement for a 554-acre site northeast of Bob White Road and Lorraine Avenue
- Estimated $238,642 agreement with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects for Fire Station No. 4 renovation
- Public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for private auto storage at 3418 Profit Place
- Resolution to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC's application to change rates
The Temple City Council approved a five‑year contract with SpryPoint Services Inc. for $1,641,326 to provide utility billing software. It also adopted a tax‑abatement zone covering about 554 acres and authorized a conditional use permit for private auto storage. The council denied Oncor Electric’s rate‑change request and approved the Arts & Culture Master Plan.
- Approved September 9, 2025 Special Called Meeting Minutes (5‑0)
- Approved five‑year SpryPoint Services contract for $1,641,326 (5‑0)
- Approved Evoqua Water Technologies additional $86,460 expenditure (5‑0)
- Approved drainage pipe replacement contract for $55,000 (5‑0)
- Adopted ordinance designating ~554 acres as Tax Abatement Reinvestment Zone 47 (4‑0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for private auto storage on 0.816 ± acre (5‑0)
- Denied Oncor Electric Delivery rate‑change application (5‑0)
- Approved Arts & Culture Master Plan (5‑0)
Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The Temple Police Association and the City of Temple will meet to review past minutes, establish ground rules, and present an initial list of issues for a potential fiscal year 2027 agreement. The meeting is closed to the public during private caucuses.
- Approval of September 16, 2025, meeting minutes
- Approval of meeting ground rules
- Presentation of initial issues for FY27 agreement
- Closed-door caucuses allowed under Texas law
- Public observation permitted during open proceedings
The September 16, 2025 meeting minutes were approved by a unanimous 10-0 vote. The Ground Rules for the Meet and Confer process were also approved unanimously, 10-0. No other actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (10-0)
- Approved Ground Rules (10-0)
Temple Professional Firefighters Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Professional Firefighters Association will hold a Meet and Confer meeting. They will consider approving the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes and the ground rules for the session. An initial list of issues for possible inclusion in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement will be presented. The public may observe, but participation is limited by the ground rules.
- Consider approval of minutes from the September 5, 2025 meeting
- Consider approval of the ground rules for the Meet and Confer session
- Present an initial list of issues for potential inclusion in the FY 27 Meet and Confer Agreement
The City of Temple and the Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association approved the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes with a 10‑0 vote. They also approved the Meet and Confer Ground Rules by a 10‑0 vote. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved September 5, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
- Approved Meet and Confer Ground Rules (10-0)
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors will discuss project updates and the TRZ 2050 Master Plan. The board is considering several recommendations for construction contracts to be sent to the City Council.
- Construction contract for Veteran’s Memorial Boulevard Phase 1 (Spur 290) with TTG Utilities, Inc. estimated at $7,757,757
- Construction contract for South Temple Transmission Main Line A-1 Improvements not to exceed $5,400,000
- Change order #8 for Santa Fe Community Market project with Wright Builders of Temple estimated at $10,520
- Update on the TRZ 2050 Master Plan
- Discussion of economic development prospects and potential real property acquisitions
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Temple Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to reduce the front yard setback from 50 feet to 12 feet for a residence at 5081 Mount Calvery Drive. A second variance request for 488 Green Park Drive was withdrawn and will not be considered. No final actions will be taken during the meeting.
- Consider FY-25-11-VAR: variance to allow a 12‑foot front yard setback at 5081 Mount Calvery Drive
- FY-25-10-VAR for 488 Green Park Drive withdrawn due to project revision
The board approved the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes by general consent. A variance request to reduce the front‑yard setback from 50 ft to 12 ft at 5081 Mount Calvery Drive was heard publicly and approved by a 5‑0 vote. One application was withdrawn, so no action was taken on that item.
- Approved July 23, 2025 meeting minutes (general consent)
- Item 5 withdrawn by applicant; no action taken
- Held public hearing on variance FY-25-11-VAR
- Approved variance FY-25-11-VAR to reduce front yard setback to 12 ft (5:0)
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will review and vote on the minutes from its August 26, 2025 meeting. The board will hear a presentation from the 3-1-1 Customer Care Department. It will also schedule the date for its next meeting. Public comments are allowed, but no decisions will be made on those remarks.
- Consider approval of minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting
- Presentation by the 3-1-1 Customer Care Department
- Schedule the next Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board met on September 23, 2025, and the meeting was called to order at 12:00 p.m. Members present and absent were listed, along with city staff and other attendees. No decisions, approvals, denials, or motions were recorded in the minutes.
City Council Workshop
The City Council workshop will include public comments (no action taken) and a work session. Council members will receive annual reports from city boards and commissions, a presentation on the 14 Street Roadway and Trail Project, and police department updates. They will also discuss, as needed, regular meeting agenda items and the employment, duties, and work plan of the City Manager in executive session, with no final action taken.
- Receive City of Temple Boards and Commissions Annual Reports
- Presentation regarding the 14 Street Roadway and Trail Project
- Receive departmental updates from Police
- Discuss the employment, duties, and work plan of the City Manager (executive session)
- Discuss, as needed, regular meeting agenda items for Thursday, September 18, 2025
The Temple City Council met in a workshop to hear updates and presentations on board reports, a roadway and trail project, and police department statistics. An executive session discussed the City Manager's employment, but no final action was taken. No votes or approvals were recorded.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will discuss several land annexations, rezoning requests, and city contracts. Key items include a proposed tax abatement zone for 554 acres and a rezoning request for 702 acres on Bob White Road.
- Proposed tax abatement reinvestment zone for 554 acres near Bob White Road and Lorraine Avenue
- Rezoning of 702.06 acres at 1707 and 2351 Bob White Road from Agricultural to Planned Development Light Industrial
- Contract for a lifeguard operations building at Lions Junction Family Water Park for $390,712.74
- Purchase of a 2025 Autocar ACX chassis from Chastang Enterprises, Inc. for $402,586
- Conditional Use Permit for a substance abuse treatment facility at 118 S 25th Street
The Temple City Council unanimously adopted the Consent Agenda, approving a series of contracts and agreements. Items included a five‑year OpenCounter software subscription, a diesel‑powered Autocar chassis, traffic‑signal equipment, ballistic vests, additional waste containers, three airport hangar leases, a garage‑door service contract, and a cooperative purchasing agreement with Plano. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.
- Approved OpenCounter software subscription (estimated $115,472.57) (4-0)
- Approved purchase of diesel‑powered Autocar ACX chassis (estimated $402,586) (4-0)
- Approved purchase of traffic signal equipment and supplies (estimated $67,013) (4-0)
- Approved purchase of ballistic vests with concealment carriers (estimated $52,502.50) (4-0)
- Approved additional garbage and recycling containers (estimated $113,739, total $435,100 FY2025) (4-0)
- Approved three land‑lease agreements for permanent metal hangars at Draughon‑Miller Central Texas Regional Airport (4-0)
- Approved service agreement with Steele’s Garage Door Solutions for overhead‑door maintenance (estimated $50,000 FY2026) (4-0)
- Approved cooperative purchasing program agreement with the City of Plano (4-0)
Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association negotiating teams will meet for training on the Meet and Confer process. The session includes Interest-Based Bargaining Training provided by The McMillion Group, LLC.
- Interest-Based Bargaining Training from The McMillion Group, LLC
- Approval of May 21, 2025 meeting minutes
The Temple Police Association meeting approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting with a 9‑0 vote. Members received interest‑based bargaining training, but no action was taken on it. The meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m.
- Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Interest‑Based Bargaining Training – no action taken
Emergency Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The board will review the proposed FY26 budget and the 2024-2025 Annual Report. The meeting includes reports from Temple EMS and Fire & Emergency Management Services.
- Approval of 2024-2025 Annual Report
- Review of proposed FY26 budget
- Overview of FY26 Calendar and Events
- Temple EMS report by Mathew Kaufman
- Fire & Emergency Management Services Report by Chief Randles
The Emergency Services Advisory Board approved the meeting minutes from July 15, 2025 after a motion and second. The board also approved the 2024‑2025 Annual Report unanimously. No other actions were voted on during the meeting.
- Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Maria Euresti, seconded by Will Sisco)
- Approved 2024‑2025 Emergency Services Advisory Board Annual Report (motion by Ande Scott, seconded by Suzanne Sinkey, unanimous)
Animal Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Animal Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss the 2026 budget request and fees for microchipping. The board will also consider the appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair and receive operational reports.
- Discussion of 2026 Budget Request
- Discussion of fees for microchipping
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Reports from Veterinarian, Greater Temple/Belton Foundation for Animal Care, and Animal Services and Operations
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The commission will hold a workshop to discuss items for the September 15 regular meeting and the Planning Director's report. The session includes an update on the scheduling and phasing of the Unified Development Code (UDC) revision process. No final actions will be taken during this meeting.
- Unified Development Code (UDC) update on revision process, scheduling, and phasing
- Planning Director’s Report regarding future subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, and annexations
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5‑0). A public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for private auto storage on 0.816 acres at 3418 Profit Place was held with no public comments. The commission then unanimously recommended that City Council approve the permit (5‑0). The recommendation will be presented to City Council on October 2, 2025.
- Approved agenda items (5:0)
- Held public hearing on CUP for private auto storage at 3418 Profit Place (no comments)
- Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for private auto storage at 3418 Profit Place (5:0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a request for a Conditional Use Permit in a Commercial zone. The permit would allow private auto storage on approximately 0.816 acres at 3418 Profit Place. The commission will consider recommendations and possible action on the request.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for private auto storage
- Location: 3418 Profit Place, Temple, TX 76502
- Site size: about 0.816 acres in Commercial (C) zone
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The trustees will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including a pension check register of $398,497.07 and a CAPTRUST invoice of $14,464.79. They will review the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures and a CAPTRUST Q2 2025 investment presentation. The board will vote on the retirement of Victor Hulsey, with payments to begin May 31, 2032, and discuss conference reservations and a policy update on attorney‑fee reimbursements.
- Consent agenda: Pension Check Register – August 2025 amount $398,497.07
- Consent agenda: CAPTRUST invoice for period ending 09/30/2025 – $14,464.79
- Review and approve Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
- Approve CAPTRUST Q2 2025 investment review presentation
- Approve Victor Hulsey retirement; payments start May 31, 2032
Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting
The Temple Civil Service Commission will meet on September 11, 2025 to discuss and potentially approve updates to its Rules and Regulations for the Temple Fire Fighters and Police Officers. The agenda also includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker and approval of the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions are listed.
- Public comment period (max three minutes per speaker, no action taken)
- Approval of September 4, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review and possible approval of updates to the Civil Service Commission’s Rules and Regulations for Temple Fire Fighters and Police Officers
The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It also approved updated language for Sections 28.4, 28.5, and 29.2 of the Firefighters’ & Police Officers’ Rules & Regulations. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
- Approved updated language to Sections 28.4, 28.5, and 29.2 of the Rules & Regulations (2-0)
- Adjourned meeting (2-0)
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Citizen's Police Advisory Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss homelessness and mental health with Chief Shawn M. Reynolds. The meeting will also cover an executive summary and the annual report.
- Approval of July 8, 2025, meeting minutes
- Presentation on homelessness and mental health
- Presentation on executive summary by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Discussion of annual report by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Gregory Gregg, seconded by Garry Smith, and passed unanimously. No other actions or resolutions were adopted during the meeting.
- Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Special Called City Council Work Session - Board and Commission Interviews
The City Council will conduct interviews and discuss appointments for various city boards and commissions. The agenda notes that no official action will be taken by the Council during this meeting.
- Interviews for Airport Advisory Board
- Interviews for Planning and Zoning Commission
- Interviews for Temple Economic Development Corporation
- Interviews for Zoning Board of Adjustment
- Interviews for Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board
The council interviewed candidates for numerous city boards and commissions, such as the Airport Advisory Board, Animal Services Advisory Board, and Planning and Zoning Commission. After discussion, no final appointments or actions were approved.
Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review the Annual Boards and Commission Report for City Council. The board will also consider a recommendation to City Council regarding a land lease for hangar construction.
- Recommendation on a land lease with Fort Developers & Contractors, LLC for three box hangars at Draughon-Miller Airport
- Approval of the Annual Boards and Commission Report to the City Council
- Approval of July 14, 2025 meeting minutes
The board approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Annual Boards and Commission Report to the City Council. Finally, the board unanimously recommended a land lease with Fort Developers & Contractors, LLC to build three box hangars at Draughon-Miller Airport. The next meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2025.
- Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Annual Boards and Commission Report to City Council (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to City Council for land lease with Fort Developers & Contractors, LLC to build three box hangars at Draughon-Miller Airport (unanimous)
Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The Temple Professional Fire Fighters Association and the City of Temple will meet to receive training on the Meet and Confer Process. The session is closed to the public and will be held at the City Hall Annex.
- Receive Interest-Based Bargaining Training from The McMillion Group, LLC
- Closed deliberations per Texas Local Government Code Section 142.063
- Meeting at City Hall Annex – Forum Conference Room, 17 South First Street
Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting
The Temple Civil Service Commission will first approve the minutes from its June 12, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss, consider, and take action on approving the Boards and Commissions Annual Report to the City Council. Public comments will be heard, but no decisions will be made on those remarks. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
- Approval of June 12, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Boards and Commissions Annual Report to City Council
- Public comment period (no action taken on comments)
The commission approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. They also approved the Boards and Commissions Annual Report to City Council. Both motions were affirmed by Commissioners McBride and Pirela.
- Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Boards and Commissions Annual Report to City Council (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the September 4 regular meeting. The session includes presentations on a master plan for arts and culture and a police association agreement. No final action will be taken during this meeting.
- Arts and Culture Master Plan presentation by Designing Local, Ltd.
- FY 26 Temple Police Association Meet & Confer Agreement presentation
- Departmental updates from Customer Care and Transform Temple
The Temple City Council met on September 4, 2025 for a workshop. Public comments were heard but no discussion or final action was taken. The council received presentations on the Arts and Culture Master Plan, the FY‑26 Police Association Meet & Confer Agreement, and departmental updates from Customer Care and Transform Temple. Mayor Davis announced he will abstain from Consent Agenda Item 5(AD‑A).
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review various contract renewals and purchase requests for FY 2026. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure projects, software subscriptions, and two conditional use permits for business expansions.
- Upgrade of Police facility chiller system with Texas AirSystems, LLC for an estimated $1,619,769
- Design services for Hartrick Bluff Road Improvements (FM 93 to Hartrick Bluff Spur) for an estimated $820,000
- Conditional Use Permit for chemical manufacturing plant expansion at 2114 Trino Rd
- Conditional Use Permit for on-premise alcohol sales at 1702 Bray Street
- Purchase of two properties for the Avenue D Connections and Alleys Project for estimated amounts of $5,500 and $28,000
The Temple City Council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda items (5‑0). The approvals include contract renewals exceeding $50,000 for FY 2026, several purchase agreements and software subscriptions, a lease for T‑Hangar #37, and proclamations recognizing September as National Preparedness Month and Suicide Prevention Month. No items were opposed.
- Approved Consent Agenda (5‑0)
- Authorized contract renewals and expenditures over $50,000 for FY 2026 (5‑0)
- Authorized purchase of aggregate base $118,800 for FY 2026 (5‑0)
- Authorized purchase of protective footwear $65,000 (5‑0)
- Authorized MyGovernmentOnline software subscription $86,904 (5‑0)
- Authorized lease agreement for T‑Hangar #37 (5‑0)
- Authorized digital billboard advertising $54,600 (5‑0)
- Adopted proclamation recognizing September as National Preparedness Month (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The commission is meeting for a work session to discuss items on the September 2, 2025, regular meeting agenda. Members will also review the Planning Director’s Report regarding future subdivision plats, zoning cases, and other development matters. No final action will be taken during this workshop.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for September 2, 2025
- Review of Planning Director’s Report on future subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional use permits, and annexations
- Discussion of proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Code (UDC)
The commission met for a work session on September 2, 2025. No public comments were received. The meeting consisted of a brief opening, an invocation, a pledge, and a presentation of the annual report. The session was adjourned at 5:30 p.m. with no actions taken.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two final plat applications. The first is the Hocks Addition Replat No. 2, a 0.2294‑acre residential lot at 907 S Martin Luther King Jr Drive. The second is the Bellaire North Section Eight plat, a 61.032‑acre residential subdivision at 3215 N 3rd Street. The Commission will also review and approve the annual board report to City Council.
- Final Plat – Hocks Addition Replat No. 2, 0.2294 acre, 1‑lot residential subdivision, 907 S Martin Luther King Jr Drive
- Final Plat – Bellaire North Section Eight, 61.032 acre, 278‑lot residential subdivision, 3215 N 3rd Street
- Approve Annual Board Report to City Council
- Consent agenda items may be removed for separate discussion if a commissioner requests
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the Final Plat of Bellaire North Section Eight, a 61‑acre residential subdivision at 3215 N 3rd Street. The commission also approved the Annual Board Report to City Council, and adopted the meeting agenda and consent agenda items by unanimous consent. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.
- Approved meeting agenda items by unanimous consent (6:0)
- Approved consent agenda Items 4 and 5 by unanimous vote (6:0)
- Approved Final Plat of Bellaire North Section Eight (6:0)
- Approved Annual Board Report to City Council (6:0)
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax rate of $0.6999 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2026. Council members will consider adopting the city’s FY 2025‑2026 budget, which includes a property tax increase of $11,689,227 (about a 20.95% rise). They will also consider ordinances that approve the tax roll, set the $0.6999 tax rate (split into $0.3754 for maintenance and operations and $0.3245 for debt service), and resolutions on third‑quarter financial results and new utility system fees effective October 1, 2025.
- Public hearing on proposed tax rate of $0.6999 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2026
- Consider adopting FY 2025‑2026 city budget, including a $11,689,227 property tax increase (20.95% rise)
- Ordinance to approve the tax roll and authorize calculation of taxes for all real and personal property for fiscal year 2026
- Ordinance setting tax rate $0.6999 per $100 valuation ($0.3754 for maintenance and operations, $0.3245 for debt service)
- Resolution setting current utility system fees to be effective October 1, 2025
The council adopted the 2025‑2026 city budget, approving a $11,689,227 (20.95%) property‑tax increase. It also approved the tax roll ordinance, set the FY2026 tax rate at $0.6999 per $100 valuation, and passed resolutions on third‑quarter financial results and new utility system fees.
- Adopted FY2025‑2026 budget (operating, capital, pay plans) – Passed 5‑0
- Approved property‑tax increase of $11,689,227 (20.95%) – Passed 5‑0
- Adopted ordinance approving tax roll for FY2026 – Passed 5‑0
- Adopted ordinance setting tax rate $0.6999 per $100 valuation – Passed 5‑0
- Approved resolution on third‑quarter FY2025 financial results – Passed 5‑0
- Approved resolution setting utility system fees effective Oct 1 2025 – Passed 5‑0
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will vote on hiring a new Executive Director. The meeting also includes a consent agenda to approve minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting, review dashboard reports and July 2025 financial statements, and consider multiple resolutions on rent increases and operating budgets for various housing properties. Public comment is allowed for three minutes per speaker, and the Secretary’s Report will be presented.
- Vote to approve hiring of the new Executive Director
- Approve minutes of the July 23, 2025 regular meeting
- Resolution 1238 – Approve increase in rents for Tembell and Carver Apartments
- Resolution 1240 – Approve proposed operating budget for Rental Development Housing FY ending Sep 30, 2026
- Resolution 1241 – Approve increase in rents for Harvest House Apartments
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will meet to receive an update on the Homelessness and Mental Health Strategic Plan. The board will also consider approving minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting.
- Homelessness and Mental Health Strategic Plan update
- Approval of July 22, 2025 meeting minutes
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting unanimously. The board scheduled its next meeting for September 23, 2025. No other formal actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 1:13 PM.
- Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meeting for Sep 23, 2025
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed FY2026 Business Plan, annual budget, and Certified Tax Roll. Members will also review development projects and potential real estate transactions. No final actions will be taken during this session.
- Proposed FY2026 Business Plan, annual budget, and Certified Tax Roll
- Split Pea Road and adjacent development projects
- Potential real property acquisitions or sales along I-35 Highway
- Tanglefoot Music and BBQ Festival update
The City Council directed staff to implement a .6999% tax rate for FY2026 and gave the City Manager discretion to reallocate the additional revenue. Council also instructed staff to negotiate with the developer to upgrade Split Pea Road instead of funding a reconstruction. No final actions were taken on other agenda items.
- Adopt .6999% tax rate for FY2026; City Manager given discretion to reallocate additional funds
- Direct staff to negotiate with developer to upgrade Split Pea Road rather than reconstruct it
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider adopting the 2026 tax rate of $0.6975 per $100 valuation and approve a series of contracts for water, technology, and construction projects. The meeting includes public hearings for bond ordinances and rezoning requests.
- 2026 tax rate set at $0.6975 per $100 valuation
- Playground equipment purchase for Lions Park ($467,397.59)
- License plate readers and drone services contract ($904,677.33)
- Water availability agreement with Brazos River Authority ($265,000)
- Rezoning request for 11717 & 11535 W Adams Ave (PD-GR)
CANCELLED - Development Standards Advisory Board Meeting
The scheduled Development Standards Advisory Board meeting for August 20, 2025 was cancelled. No items will be reviewed, discussed, or acted upon. The board had planned to consider modifications to utility details, water mains, and other development standards, but no decisions will be made.
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The commission will hold a public comment period (no decisions will be made) followed by a work session. Commissioners will review regular meeting agenda items, receive the Planning Director’s report on subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional‑use permits, annexations and any proposed Unified Development Code amendments, and get updates on annexations and building permits.
- Discuss regular meeting agenda items for the August 18 meeting
- Receive Planning Director’s report on subdivision plats, zoning cases, conditional‑use permits, annexations, and UDC amendment proposals
- Annexation and building permit update
The commission opened the work session at 5:00 p.m., received no public comments, and discussed the regular meeting agenda, city council actions, annexations, and building permits. No motions were made, no votes were taken, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:31 p.m.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two residential subdivision plats and hold public hearings on three zoning requests. These include a large industrial rezoning and a permit for a treatment facility.
- Final Plat for Bellaire North Section Eight (272-lot residential) at 3215 N 3rd Street
- Final Plat for Preston Hollow, Phase I (173-lot residential) at 9808 FM 2483
- Conditional Use Permit for a Substance Abuse Treatment Facility at 118 S 25th Street
- Rezoning from Agricultural to Planned Development Light Industrial for 702.06 +/- acres at 1707 and 2351 Bob White Road
- Rezoning from Commercial to Planned Development Two-Family Dwelling for an ADU at 709 S 13th Street
The commission unanimously tabled agenda Item 5. It approved the Final Plat for the 45.970‑acre Preston Hollow Phase I subdivision (7‑0). It recommended to City Council approval of a conditional‑use permit for a substance‑abuse treatment facility (6‑1), rezoning of a 702‑acre site to Planned Development Light Industrial (7‑0), and rezoning of a 0.127‑acre parcel to Planned Development Two‑Family Dwelling for an accessory dwelling unit (5‑2).
- Tabled Item 5 (7:0)
- Approved Final Plat of Preston Hollow Phase I (7:0)
- Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for substance‑abuse treatment facility (6:1)
- Recommended rezoning of 702‑acre site to Planned Development Light Industrial (7:0)
- Recommended rezoning of 0.127‑acre parcel to Planned Development Two‑Family Dwelling for ADU (5:2)
Special Called City Council Executive Session
The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss the employment, duties, and work plans of several top city officials. The agenda states that no final action will be taken during this session.
- Discussion of employment and duties for the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, City Secretary, and Municipal Judge
The council entered executive session at 3:20 PM to discuss the employment, duties, and work plans of the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, City Secretary, and Municipal Judge. The discussion was held under Texas Government Code § 551.074. No final action or vote was taken on any item.
Employee Benefits Trust Meeting
The Employee Benefits Trust will consider authorizing the purchase of employee insurance policies and services from United HealthCare, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas, Dearborn Life Insurance Company, Optum Financial, and Standard Insurance Company for fiscal year 2026.
- Resolution 2025-0243-R: Authorize purchase of employee insurance policies and services for FY 2026
- Medical & Pharmacy plans from United HealthCare of Minnetonka, Minnesota
- Dental Insurance plans from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas
- Vision insurance from Dearborn Life Insurance Company
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and HSA administrative services from Optum Financial
Employee Benefits Trust Meeting - Continued
The Employee Benefits Trust is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of various employee insurance policies and services for fiscal year 2026. This meeting is a continuation of a session recessed on August 14, 2025.
- Resolution 2025-0243-R: Purchase of FY 2026 medical, pharmacy, and stop-loss insurance from United Healthcare
- Purchase of dental insurance from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas
- Purchase of vision, life, and disability insurance from Dearborn Life Insurance Company
- Purchase of FSA, HSA, and COBRA administrative services from Optum Financial
- Purchase of accident, critical illness, and hospitalization insurance from Standard Insurance Company
Employee Benefits Trust Meeting
The Employee Benefits Trust will consider authorizing the purchase of employee insurance policies and services for fiscal year 2026 from United HealthCare, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas, Dearborn Life Insurance Company, Optum Financial, and Standard Insurance Company.
- Authorize FY 2026 employee insurance policies from United HealthCare, Blue Cross & Blue Shield, Dearborn Life, Optum, and Standard Insurance
- Consider adopting a resolution for FY 2026 employee insurance policies and services
- Medical & Pharmacy plans from United HealthCare of Minnetonka
- Dental and Vision insurance from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas
- Life, Disability, and Accident insurance from Dearborn Life and Standard Insurance
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including a July 2025 pension check register of $404,926.60 and refunds of $176,579.94. It will also review and vote on the ABL Tech Mortality Verification Service Agreement to begin 12/01/2025, which would replace the current PBI services. Additional items include a payment to Jo Ann Suddeth and a discussion of reservations for the TLFFRA event in Abilene, Texas.
- Pension Check Register for July 2025 – $404,926.60
- Refunds/DROP – $176,579.94
- ABL Tech Mortality Verification Service Agreement (effective 12/01/2025)
- Payment to Jo Ann Suddeth (requested after 03/16/2025)
- TLFFRA event reservations for Oct 5‑7 in Abilene, Texas
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission will meet to receive presentations and discuss police department reports. The session includes a presentation on homelessness and mental health by Nancy Glover and reports from Chief Shawn M. Reynolds.
- Presentation and discussion on homelessness and mental health by Nancy Glover
- Presentation and discussion on Executive Summary by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Discussion on Annual Report by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Approval of July 8th, 2025, meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss a recent board parks tour, and receive presentations on current and future department projects and staff roles.
- Approval of July 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding July 31, 2025 parks tour
- Presentation on Parks Department current and future projects
- Presentation on Wilson Park Recreation Center Program Coordinator
- Presentation on Summit Recreation and Wellness Center Recreation Specialist
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the July 8, 2025 minutes after a motion by Justin Winkler and a second by Angela Cases. The motion carried unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.
- Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will discuss a proposed tax rate of $0.6999 and schedule a public hearing on it. A consent agenda includes several routine resolutions, such as an interlocal agreement for emergency medical services at varsity football games and approvals for various contracts and projects. Ordinances for youth program standards and a rezoning request at 3911 N General Bruce Drive will be considered. Additional items include a playground equipment purchase for Lions Park and a land swap with the City of Belton.
- Resolution to adopt a tax rate of $0.6999 and schedule a public hearing (Agenda item 3A‑C).
- Resolution authorizing purchase and installation of playground equipment for Lions Park ($467,397.59).
- Resolution authorizing a construction contract with Texas Materials Group Inc. for pavement preservation ($5,000,000).
- Ordinance approving Temple Parks & Recreation Department’s Youth Programs Standards of Care and 2024‑2025 Annual Report (2025‑0027‑O).
- Ordinance rezoning 18.3549 ± acres at 3911 N General Bruce Drive from Commercial/Light Industrial/Multi‑Family to Commercial (2025‑0023‑O).
The council approved a resolution setting the proposed FY 2026 property tax rate at $0.6999 and scheduled both the public hearing and the adoption for August 28, 2025. It also approved several contracts and agreements, including an interlocal emergency‑medical services agreement and multiple public‑safety and infrastructure projects. A resolution to purchase playground equipment for Lions Park was postponed to the August 21, 2025 meeting.
- Adopted $0.6999 property tax rate resolution (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing on tax rate for Aug 28, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved interlocal agreement for standby emergency medical services at varsity football games (5-0)
- Postponed Lions Park playground equipment purchase (estimated $467,397.59) to Aug 21, 2025 (5-0)
- Ratified purchase of modular home for $53,000 (5-0)
- Ratified mold remediation services for Fire Station No. 2 for $54,705 (5-0)
- Authorized design services for Fire Station No. 2 renovation for $198,800 (5-0)
- Authorized professional services for Conventional Plant Pipe Gallery Modification for $68,250 (5-0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council workshop will include a work session to discuss regular meeting agenda items, provide a legislative update on the 89th Legislature First Called Session, and review the proposed FY2026 Business Plan, including the FY2026 annual budget and Certified Tax Roll. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this workshop. Public comments are allowed earlier in the meeting, limited to three minutes each.
- Discuss regular meeting agenda items for the August 7, 2025 meeting
- Legislative update on the 89th Legislature First Called Session
- Review of the proposed FY2026 Business Plan, including the FY2026 annual budget and Certified Tax Roll
The Temple City Council met for a workshop on August 7, 2025. Council members heard public comments, staff updates on agenda items, a legislative briefing, and a discussion of the FY2026 business plan. No final actions, votes, or approvals were recorded.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend Ordinance No. 2017-4882 for a Conditional Use Permit to expand a chemical manufacturing plant on approximately 21.2 acres at 2114 Trino Rd. A second public hearing will address a Conditional Use Permit to allow on‑premise alcohol sales on about 1.95 acres at 1702 Bray Street. The commission will also consider the Final Plat for the Bellaire North Section Eight residential subdivision located at 3215 N 3rd Street. Routine approval of the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes is included in the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit to expand chemical plant (~21.2 acres) at 2114 Trino Rd.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for on‑premise alcohol sales (~1.95 acres) at 1702 Bray St.
- Consideration of Final Plat for Bellaire North Section Eight residential subdivision (~61 acres, 272 lots) at 3215 N 3rd St.
- Approval of July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda).
The commission approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda items by a 6‑0 vote. It then unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for expanding a chemical plant at 2114 Trino Rd. and a conditional use permit for on‑premise alcohol sales at 1702 Bray St., both to be presented to City Council on August 21, 2025.
- Approved agenda items and tabled Item 7 (6:0)
- Approved Item 4 on consent agenda (6:0)
- Recommended approval of FY-25-24-ZC chemical plant expansion CUP (6:0)
- Recommended approval of FY-25-27-ZC on‑premise alcohol sales CUP (6:0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss items for the upcoming regular meeting and review a report on subdivision plats, zoning cases, and potential Unified Development Code text amendments.
- Discuss items for the August 4, 2025 regular meeting
- Review Planning Director’s Report on subdivision plats and zoning
- Discuss proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Code
The commission met for a work session on August 4, 2025. No public comments were received. The commission discussed the regular meeting agenda but took no action. The meeting was adjourned at 5:28 p.m.
Building and Standards Commission Regular Meeting
The Building and Standards Commission will appoint a Chairman and Vice Chairman, approve the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes, and consider possible actions on nine listed property complaints involving commercial and residential structures at various Temple addresses.
- Complaint 1261 – commercial structure and two dwellings at 602 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr.
- Complaint 1297 – dwelling and accessory structure at 501 E Ave K.
- Complaint 1308 – dwelling at 418 S 23rd St (Freeman Heights).
- Complaint 1310 – structure at 306 N Pea Ridge Rd (Hilldell Estates).
- Complaint 1321 – dwelling and accessory structure at 1311 N 8th St (Laurel Heights).
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will receive information about the department's parks, facilities, and open spaces. The meeting includes a driving tour of various locations the department operates and maintains. No formal decisions or actions are scheduled beyond the tour and information sharing.
- Driving tour of city parks, facilities, and open spaces operated by the Parks and Recreation Department
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board will discuss updating financing and project plans for fiscal years 2025–2062. The board is also considering several contract recommendations for the City Council regarding road and market projects.
- Contract amendment #5 with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for Outer Loop West Phase 2: $1,098,363.29
- Professional service agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP for Wendland Road Extension and Power Drive: $693,800
- Change order #6 with Wright Builders of Temple for Santa Fe Community Market: $42,340
- Proposed amendments to Financing and Project Plans for fiscal years 2025–2062
- Discussion of economic development prospects and potential real property acquisitions
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a residence in the Skyline subdivision. The board is considering whether to allow a reduced front yard setback and a reduced separation requirement for a new pergola.
- Public hearing for FY-25-9-VAR: request to reduce front yard setback from 25 feet to 10 feet at 2102 S 49th Street
- Request to reduce minimum separation requirement from 10 feet to 0 feet for a pergola at 2102 S 49th Street
The Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on a variance request for lot 10, block 5, Skyline subdivision, 2102 S. 49th Street. After testimony, the board voted to approve the variance, reducing the front‑yard setback to 10 feet and the separation distance to 0 feet. The motion passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. The board also approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes by general consent.
- Held public hearing on variance request for 2102 S. 49th St
- Approved variance for 2102 S. 49th St (6-0)
- Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (general consent)
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board will consider a series of resolutions, including a rent increase for Chateau Apartments and operating budgets for Chateau, Raintree, and Adams Bend Apartments for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It will also address a write‑off of collection losses and the disposition of property. Routine items such as approving June 25 meeting minutes, reviewing dashboard reports, and examining June 2025 financial statements for multiple housing projects are on the consent agenda.
- Approve minutes of the June 25, 2025 meeting
- Review June 2025 financial statements for listed housing projects
- Resolution 1232 – approve rent increase for Chateau Apartments
- Resolution 1233 – approve operating budget FY ending Sep 30 2025 for Chateau Apartments
- Resolution 1234 – approve operating budget FY ending Sep 30 2025 for Raintree Apartments
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will review and vote on the minutes from its June 24, 2025 meeting. The board will receive an update from the Solid Waste and Recycling department. The meeting will also set the date for the next advisory board session.
- Approve minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting
- Receive departmental update from Solid Waste and Recycling
- Schedule the next Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. A Solid Waste & Recycling Department presentation was given, followed by a public‑question session. The board scheduled its next meeting for August 26, 2025 and adjourned at 12:47 PM.
- Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled next NRAB meeting for August 26, 2025
- Adjourned meeting at 12:47 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Temple Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request and binding site plan agreement for a retail development. The body will also consider a final plat for a residential subdivision and discuss a site plan amendment.
- Public hearing for rezoning 8.73 acres to Planned Development General Retail (11717 & 11535 W Adams Ave)
- Consideration of Final Plat for Bellaire North Section Eight (3215 N 3rd Street)
- Discussion on site plan amendment for 7.903 acres (7955 Hogan Road)
- Approval of July 7, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Public comments on agenda items
The commission voted 7‑1 to recommend approval of a rezoning from Agricultural to Planned Development‑General Retail for the 11717 & 11535 W Adams Ave site. It unanimously (8‑0) recommended approval of a site‑plan amendment for 7955 Hogan Road. The commission unanimously (8‑0) tabled the final plat request for the Bellaire North Section Eight subdivision at 3215 N 3rd Street. The consent agenda Item 4 was approved unanimously (8‑0).
- Recommend rezoning of 11717 & 11535 W Adams Ave (AG to PD‑GR) to City Council (7‑1)
- Recommend approval of site‑plan amendment for 7955 Hogan Road (8‑0)
- Table final plat for Bellaire North Section Eight at 3215 N 3rd Street (8‑0)
- Approve consent agenda Item 4 (8‑0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Temple Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting and review the status of active annexations, zoning cases, and permits. No final action will be taken during this session.
- Public comments will be received for agenda items
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for July 21, 2025
- Review of active annexations, zoning cases, and permits
- Review of subdivision plats and building permits
The commission opened the work session, received no public comments, discussed the regular meeting agenda, assigned the invocation and pledge, noted no affidavits to abstain, and adjourned. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
Joint Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Finance Committee and Project Committee
The Finance and Project Committees will receive updates on the Reinvestment Zone #1 Financing Plan and Project Plan 2024-2062. The committees may also meet in closed session to discuss economic development prospects and real property acquisitions. No final action will be taken at this meeting.
- Review of current projects underway or scheduled for Reinvestment Zone #1
- Discussion of possible future amendments to the Financing and Project Plan 2024-2062
- Briefing on economic development prospects and potential real property acquisitions
Temple Revitalization Corporation Meeting
The Temple Revitalization Corporation will consider three items at its July 17, 2025 meeting. Members will vote on approving the minutes from the April 17, 2025 board meeting. They will also decide on a property transfer agreement for 303 S. 10th Street and 601 E. Avenue C, and on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the corporation.
- Approve minutes from the April 17, 2025 Revitalization Corporation meeting
- Approve Property Transfer Agreement for 303 S. 10th Street and 601 E. Avenue C to the City of Temple
- Approve Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the Temple Revitalization Corporation
The corporation approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved a property transfer agreement moving 303 S. 10th Street and 601 E. Avenue C to the City of Temple, with a 5‑0 vote. Finally, the FY 2026 budget was approved unanimously.
- Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved property transfer of 303 S. 10th St. and 601 E. Ave C to City of Temple (5-0)
- Approved FY 2026 budget for Temple Revitalization Corporation (5-0)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget and consider a series of contracts, including a $50.7 million wastewater project and a $99,500 HVAC system for the Convention Center. The agenda also includes final readings for several zoning ordinances and a temporary moratorium on commercial construction debris.
- Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget
- Resolution to authorize $50,664,750 for Temple-Belton Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II
- Resolution to authorize $99,500 for HVAC control system at Frank Mayborn Convention Center
- Final readings for rezoning ordinances at 5214 S. General Bruce Dr. and 6618 N. General Bruce Dr.
- Temporary moratorium on commercial construction debris collection until December 18, 2025
The Temple City Council unanimously approved a resolution adopting the Community Development Block Grant 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan and the 2025‑2026 Annual Action Plan. The council also approved the full Consent Agenda, which included multiple contracts, leases, and rezoning ordinances. Notably, the council authorized contract amendment #5 for the wastewater treatment plant expansion at an estimated cost of $2,161,740. All actions passed with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved Community Development Block Grant 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025‑2026 Annual Action Plan (5‑0)
- Approved purchase of Vermeer VX50 vacuum excavator for $111,806 (5‑0)
- Approved land lease for permanent metal hangar at Draughon‑Miller Airport (5‑0)
- Approved seasonal ice rink services contract with Seaside Ice for $376,153 (5‑0)
- Approved contract amendment #5 for wastewater treatment plant expansion, $2,161,740 (5‑0)
- Approved rezoning of 2.74 acres from Commercial/Light Industrial to Planned Development Commercial (5‑0)
- Approved rezoning of agricultural land to Commercial with Conditional Use Permit for truck center (5‑0)
- Approved dedication of easement to Oncor Electric Delivery, LLC for 0.1012 acres (5‑0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop on July 17, 2025. The meeting will include a public comment period, a discussion of items from the regular meeting agenda, and a presentation on the proposed FY2026 Business Plan and budget overview. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this session.
- Public comment period (no action taken)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items
- Presentation on the proposed FY2026 Business Plan
- Overview of the FY2026 annual budget
- Notice of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone meetings (no action)
The council met for a workshop on July 17, 2025. Members discussed agenda items and heard a presentation on the FY2026 business plan and budget. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.
Emergency Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The board will receive emergency management reviews from both the City of Temple and Bell County. The meeting includes a report from Fire & Emergency Management Services and a tour of the dispatch center.
- City of Temple Emergency Management Review by Jennifer Henager
- Bell County Emergency Management Review by Bob Reinhard
- Fire & Emergency Management Services Report by Chief Randles
- Dispatch Center tour led by Executive Director Aubrey Huckaby
The Emergency Services Advisory Board approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved ten new fire department positions, including two Battalion Chiefs, three drivers, two Fire Marshal Office Inspectors, two additional firefighters for vacation/OT coverage, and one over‑hire firefighter. New fire trucks were approved for purchase.
- Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Steve Fischer, seconded by Maria Euresti)
- Approved ten new fire department positions (2 Battalion Chiefs, 3 drivers, 2 Fire Marshal Office Inspectors, 2 additional firefighters, 1 over‑hire firefighter)
- Approved purchase of new fire trucks
Library Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Temple Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on July 15, 2025 at 12:00 PM in the 3rd Floor Board Room, 100 West Adams Avenue. The agenda includes public comments, a motion to approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting, and a report from the Interim Director covering fiscal year 2025 performance and plans for fiscal year 2026. No other actions are listed.
- Public comments from citizens (no action taken)
- Consider approval of minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting
- Receive FY 2025 quarterly report and performance indicators
- Review FY 2026 goals, key performance indicators, and major projects
Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from April 2025 and discuss a land lease for a permanent metal hangar. The board will also receive a presentation on current airport projects.
- Approval of April 14, 2025 minutes
- Recommendation to City Council for land lease with Herman Schlabach
- Presentation on current airport projects
- Meeting scheduled for next month
- Public comments limited to three minutes
The Airport Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting unanimously. The Board also approved a recommendation to City Council for a land lease with Herman Schlabach to construct a permanent metal hangar on a 150’ × 110’ plot, also unanimously. The next meeting was scheduled for August 11, 2025, and the board adjourned.
- Approved minutes from April 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation for land lease to build permanent metal hangar (unanimous)
- Scheduled next Airport Advisory Board meeting for August 11, 2025
Central Texas Housing Consortium Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on July 14, 2025, to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. The meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at Rose Hall in Temple.
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
- Meeting location: Rose Hall, 107 North 9th Street, Temple, Texas
Special Called City Council Workshop Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop to receive a presentation on the proposed FY2026 Business Plan, which includes an overview of the proposed FY2026 annual budget. No official action is scheduled for this meeting.
- Receive presentation on proposed FY2026 Business Plan and budget
- Notice of meetings for TIF Reinvestment Zone Number One committees
The council met in a workshop session on July 11, 2025. Staff presented the proposed FY2026 Business Plan and an overview of the FY2026 annual budget. No final action was taken on the presentation.
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance from the Unified Development Code. The request is to allow a carport at an existing residence by reducing required setbacks and separation distances.
- Variance request for 907 N 10th Street to allow 0-foot front yard setback (required 25-foot)
- Variance request for 907 N 10th Street to allow 4-foot side yard setback (required 5-foot)
- Variance request for 907 N 10th Street to allow 3-foot separation between structures (required 10-foot)
- Approval of May 28, 2025, meeting minutes
The Zoning Board voted 5‑0 to disapprove the variance request for a reduced front yard setback and other changes at 907 N 10th Street. The board granted the applicant a 90‑day period to remove the carport and achieve code compliance. The May 28, 2025 meeting minutes were approved by general consent. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (general consent)
- Disapproved variance for 907 N 10th St carport; granted 90‑day compliance window (5‑0)
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The commission will receive presentations and hold discussions regarding patrol operations and an executive summary. The meeting also includes a review of the upcoming events calendar and a tour of the Temple Police Command Post.
- Presentation and discussion regarding Patrol Operations by DC Dimento
- Presentation and discussion on Executive Summary by Chief Reynolds
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar
- Tour and discussion of Temple Police Command Post
The commission approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Chief Reynolds presented an executive summary covering staffing, response times, and community sentiment, and discussed upcoming public events. After public comments were noted as not actionable, the commission adjourned the meeting with no opposition.
- Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (no opposition)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approval of the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive presentations on the program manager for Wilson Park Recreation Center, the 2024‑2025 status report from the Centex Storm Soccer youth association, and highlights of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The board will also hear operational and project updates from the Sammons Golf Course, Parks Division, Recreation Division, and Administration.
- Approve minutes from May 13, 2025 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting
- Presentation on career history and responsibilities of Wilson Park Recreation Center Program Manager Travis Hawvermale
- Presentation of 2024‑2025 annual status report from youth soccer association Centex Storm Soccer
- Presentation of Parks and Recreation Department’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget highlights
- Operational and project highlights from Sammons Golf Course, Parks Division, Recreation Division, and Administration
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the May 13, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. The presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget highlights was tabled for a future meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational presentations on the Wilson Park Recreation Center manager, the 2024‑2025 youth soccer association report, and departmental updates on parks, golf, recreation, and administration.
- Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled FY2026 budget highlights presentation
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will begin with a public‑comment period, during which no decisions will be made. A work session will follow to review regular agenda items for the July 7 meeting and to provide updates on active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional‑use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits.
- Public comments (no final action)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items for July 7, 2025
- Update on active or recently completed annexations
- Update on zoning cases
- Update on conditional‑use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits
The Planning and Zoning Commission work session opened, heard no public comments, assigned the invocation and pledge, noted that no affidavits to abstain were received, and adjourned. No decisions, approvals, or denials were made.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several final plats for residential and commercial subdivisions. The body will also discuss a site plan for a new office building.
- Final Plat of Bellaire North Section Eight: 61.032 +/- acre, 272-lot residential subdivision at 3215 N 3rd Street
- Final Plat of Monte Verde Phase III: 7.986 +/- acre, 30-lot residential subdivision at 3201 W Nugent Avenue
- Final Plat of The Crossroad District Phase III: 4.621 +/- acre non-residential subdivision at 602 and 608 Hilliard Road
- Final Plat of Pea Drive Investments Commercial Plat: 1.98 +/- acre non-residential subdivision at 8118 Prairie View Road
- Site plan for an office building on 0.803 +/- acres at 9209 Adams Lane
The commission voted to table Item 8, the final plat for the Bellaire North Section Eight subdivision, until the July 21 meeting. It also moved to recommend approval of Item 9, an office building site plan, to the City Council as staff suggested. Both motions passed by unanimous consent. No other business was taken.
- Tabled Final Plat of Bellaire North Section Eight (unanimous consent)
- Recommended approval of office building site plan (Item 9) to City Council (unanimous consent)
- Approved consent agenda items 4‑7 (unanimous consent)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop to discuss agenda items for a regular meeting, review updates to the Homelessness & Mental Health Strategic Plan, and consider revising Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances regarding brush and bulky garbage collection.
- Review updates to the Homelessness & Mental Health Strategic Plan
- Discuss revising Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances regarding brush and bulky garbage
- Discuss the 24th Street bridge rehabilitation
- Receive departmental updates from General Services, Housing & Community Development, Library, and Public Works
- Public comments on agenda items
The July 3, 2025 workshop consisted of public comments, presentations, and discussions on several agenda items. No votes or approvals were recorded; items 9 and 11 were requested to be tabled, and departmental updates were postponed to a later date. The council noted the need for further evaluation of the 24th Street bridge issues.
- Rescheduled departmental updates to a later date (no vote recorded)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider appointing a new member to District 3 and set the date for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget public hearing. The body will also hold a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.
- Rezoning requests for 1252 Honor Lane, 5214 & 5300 S. General Bruce Dr., 3911 N General Bruce Drive, 12000 & 12016 FM 2305, and 6618 N General Bruce Drive
- Purchase of a 2024 diesel powered brush truck for an estimated $264,245.50
- Contract for license plate readers and audio detection devices from Flock Group, Inc. for an estimated $249,300
- Pavement preservation services contract with Viking Construction, LLC for an estimated $682,462.60
- EPA grant application for $750,000 for wastewater treatment plant equipment with a $187,500 city match
The City Council approved the appointment of Karl Kuykendall to fill the District 3 council seat for the unexpired term ending May 2026, with a 4‑0 vote, and administered his oath of office. The council also set the public hearing for the FY 2025‑2026 budget on July 17, 2025 (5‑0). All items on the consent agenda, including numerous contracts and leases for city services and infrastructure, were approved unanimously.
- Approved appointment of Karl Kuykendall to District 3 (4‑0)
- Set date, time, and place of FY 2025‑2026 budget public hearing for July 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (5‑0)
- Approved purchase of one diesel‑powered brush truck from Doggett Freightliner for $264,245.50 (5‑0)
- Approved purchase, installation, and subscription for license‑plate readers and audio detection devices from Flock Group, Inc. for $249,300 (5‑0)
- Authorized 120‑month dark‑fiber and lit ELAN services contract with Unite Private Networks, LLC (d/b/a Segra) for $2,754,720 total (5‑0)
- Authorized city audit contract with Brockway, Gersbach, Franklin, and Niemeier, P.C. for $109,900 (5‑0)
- Authorized pavement preservation contract with Viking Construction, LLC for $682,462.60 (5‑0)
- Approved change order #4 to Emerson Construction contract for Outer Loop West Phase 1 project for $149,151.43 (4‑0)
Central Texas Housing Consortium Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will consider the audit report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. The board will also review proposed operating budgets for FY 2026 for the Kyle and Belton Housing Authority Rural Development projects.
- Acceptance of the FY ending September 30, 2024 Audit Report
- Resolution 1222: Write Off Collection Losses
- Resolution 1224: Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget for Kyle
- Resolution 1225: Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget for Belton Housing Authority Rural Development Housing
- Resolution 1226: 2025–2029 Capital Fund Program Plan for Belton and Temple Housing Authorities
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will meet on June 24, 2025 at the Jeff Hamilton Building and via teleconference. The Board will consider approving the minutes from its May 27, 2025 meeting, receive an update from Transform Temple, and set the date for its next meeting. Public comments will be heard, but no decisions will be made on those remarks.
- Approve minutes from May 27, 2025 meeting
- Receive departmental update from Transform Temple
- Schedule next Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The board also set the date for its next regular meeting on July 22, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled next NRAB meeting for July 22, 2025
Animal Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Animal Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss fees for microchips and spay/neutering services. The board will also review the 2025 budget follow-up and the 2026 budget request.
- Discussion and consideration of microchip fees
- Discussion and consideration of spay and neutering fees
- 2025 Budget Follow-Up Discussion
- 2026 Budget Request Discussion
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
Historic Preservation Board Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board will approve minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. It will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a residential metal roof at 1112 N 11th Street in the North Central Temple Historic District. The board will receive updates on the Historic Resource Local Ambassadors meeting and on prior cases and pending COA applications within historic districts. It will also discuss future meeting dates and agenda items.
- Approve minutes from the May 21, 2025 regular meeting
- Consider COA application for a residential metal roof at 1112 N 11th Street
- Receive update on the Historic Resource Local Ambassadors meeting
- Discuss updates on prior cases and pending COA applications in historic districts
- Discuss future meeting dates and agenda items
The Historic Preservation Board approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for a standing‑seam metal roof at 1112 N 11th Street, voting 5‑0. The board received updates on historic resource ambassadors and pending COA applications, and set the next meeting for July 16, 2025.
- Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for metal roof at 1112 N 11th St (5-0)
Special Called City Council Work Session - Interview for District 3 Vacancy
The City Council will hold an executive session to conduct interviews to fill the District 3 vacancy. No final action will be taken during this meeting.
- Interviews to fill City Council District 3 vacancy
The council entered an executive session under Texas Government Code § 551.074 to interview candidates for the District 3 vacancy. Interviews were conducted, but no final appointment or other action was taken.
Special Called City Council Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including authorizing the purchase of door access control equipment for the City Hall Annex and authorizing a $3.3 million agreement to upsize a wastewater line.
- Authorize $67,720.32 for door access control equipment at City Hall Annex
- Authorize $3,300,000 for upscaling Northwest Little Elm Wastewater Line
- Authorize $134,687.10 construction change order for Santa Fe Community Market
- Authorize $41,820 for public safety training campus design services
- Support establishment of Emergency Services District #3 in Temple ETJ
The Temple City Council adopted the consent agenda and approved five resolutions. It authorized a $67,720.32 purchase of door access control equipment for City Hall Annex, and approved the creation of Emergency Services District #3 in the extra‑territorial jurisdiction south of the city and west of Belton. The council also approved a developer participation agreement up to $3,300,000 to enlarge a wastewater line, a $134,687.10 change order for the Santa Fe Community Market, and a $41,820 contract amendment for public safety training campus design. All items passed with the recorded vote totals.
- Consent agenda approved (4‑0)
- Authorized $67,720.32 door access control purchase for City Hall Annex (4‑0)
- Approved establishment of Emergency Services District #3 (4‑0)
- Authorized up to $3,300,000 wastewater line upsizing with SeAH Superalloy Technologies (3‑0)
- Approved $134,687.10 change order #4 with Wright Builders for Santa Fe Community Market (3‑0)
- Approved $41,820 contract amendment #5 with FGM Architect for public safety training campus design (4‑0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests. The body will also consider a preliminary plat for a large mixed-use subdivision and a parkland dedication exception.
- Preliminary Plat of Severni Ranch: 428.46 +/- acre mixed-use subdivision at Pegasus Drive, Moores Mill Road, and Brewster Road
- FY-25-9-ZC: Rezoning 2.74 +/- acres at 5214 & 5300 S. General Bruce Drive to Planned Development Commercial
- FY-25-11-ZC: Rezoning 18.3549 +/- acres at 3911 N General Bruce Drive to Commercial for a contractor storage and equipment yard
- FY-25-14-ZC: Rezoning 12.302 +/- acres at 12000 and 12016 FM 2305 to Planned Development Neighborhood Services
- FY-25-17-ZC: Rezoning 1.620 +/- acres at 6618 N General Bruce Drive to Commercial for a truck center
The commission recommended approval of rezoning for five development projects and approved the preliminary plat for the Severni Ranch mixed‑use subdivision. Recommendations were sent to City Council for items 7, 5, 6, and 8, with vote counts ranging from 7‑2 to 9‑0. The Severni Ranch plat received final commission approval by a 9‑0 vote.
- Recommend approval of rezoning FY-25-14-ZC (vote 7:2)
- Recommend approval of rezoning FY-25-9-ZC (vote 8:1)
- Recommend approval of rezoning and disapproval of CUP FY-25-11-ZC (vote 7:2)
- Recommend approval of rezoning and CUP FY-25-17-ZC (vote 9:0)
- Approve preliminary plat of Severni Ranch FY-25-21-PLT (vote 9:0)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss items for the upcoming regular meeting and review the status of annexations, zoning cases, and permits. No final action will be taken during this session.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for June 16, 2025
- Review of active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, and permits
- Public comments session limited to three minutes
- Workshop format with no final action or discussion
- Meeting held at Municipal Building, 2 North Main Street
Civil Service Commission Meeting
The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss and take action on appeals from Temple Police Department personnel. These appeals concern promotional exams for the rank of Corporal administered on May 20, 2025.
- Appeals regarding Temple Police Department Corporal promotional exams held May 20, 2025
- Approval of minutes from the December 5, 2024, meeting
The commission approved the minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting with all three commissioners voting in favor. They also voted unanimously to uphold Officer Toalua Aumua’s appeal to change the answer to question #61 on the Police Corporal exam to option C, Fourteen (14). The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved December 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
- Upheld Officer Toalua Aumua’s appeal to change exam answer to C. Fourteen (14) (unanimous 3‑0)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous 3‑0)
Temple Firefighters' Relief & Retirement Fund Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board will vote on routine consent agenda items, including a $395,457.72 pension check register, $84,626.41 in refunds, and invoices for legal and consulting services. It will also review and approve the statement of revenues and expenditures, a CAPTRUST Q1 2025 investment review, changes to private equity options, and several member requests such as refunds, death benefits, and new benefit forms. Additional items include a proposal to switch mortality verification services and approval of expense reports from a peer review trip.
- Approve pension check register payment of $395,457.72
- Approve refunds totaling $84,626.41
- Approve Jackson Walker LLP invoice for $1,194.00
- Renew Extraco contract for five years
- Review CAPTRUST Q1 2025 investment portfolio and possible rebalance
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The commission will meet to review a presentation on traffic reconstruction and an executive summary. The body will also discuss the upcoming events calendar.
- Presentation and discussion on traffic reconstruction by Ofc. Ryan Cabral
- Presentation and discussion on executive summary by Chief Reynolds
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar by Chief Reynolds
- Approval of May 13th, 2025, meeting minutes
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission voted to approve the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, and the meeting was closed without opposition.
- Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed, no opposition)
City Council Executive Session Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold an executive (closed) session to receive a briefing on certain economic development prospects. The discussion will cover commercial or financial information from a business prospect and any potential financial or other incentives the city might offer. No final action is expected to be taken during this session.
- Receive and discuss briefing on a potential commercial/financial development prospect (closed session)
- Deliberate possible financial or other incentive to the business prospect (no final action)
The Temple City Council entered an executive session at 2:00 PM to receive and discuss a briefing on economic development prospects. No final action or decision was taken during the session.
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the upcoming regular meeting and receive presentations from Nolanville Fire Chief Robert Cunningham on Bell County ESD #3, as well as legislative and departmental updates.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for June 5, 2025
- Presentation from Nolanville Fire Chief Robert Cunningham on Bell County ESD #3
- Legislative update presentation
- Departmental updates from Parks & Recreation and General Services
- Notice of meetings for Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One committees
The council held a workshop with no public comments submitted. The work session covered agenda item adjustments, a presentation requesting support for Emergency Services District #3, a legislative update, and departmental updates from Parks & Recreation. Item 4 was noted to be tabled for the July 3, 2025 meeting. No votes or formal actions were recorded.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions for purchases, professional services, construction contracts, grant applications, a rezoning request, budget amendments, and a meeting reschedule. Notable items include authorizing the purchase of a Pierce Enforcer fire truck for up to $1,200,000, a $359,000 design contract for park equipment parking and storage expansion, a $233,000 master plan for Crossroads and James Wilson Parks, a $422,542.57 construction contract for Miller Springs Park Trail Improvements, and a $3,300,000 developer participation agreement to upsize the Northwest Little Elm Wastewater Line. The council will also adopt a rezoning ordinance for 1252 Honor Lane and approve budget amendments for FY 2024‑2025.
- Purchase of a Pierce Enforcer fire truck (base price $1,104,413, up to $1,200,000) from Siddons‑Martin Emergency Group, LLC.
- Professional services agreement with Clark Associates for Parks Equipment Parking and Storage Expansion ($359,000).
- Master plan development for Crossroads Park and James Wilson Park with Covey Planning + Landscape Architecture ($233,000).
- Construction contract with BSH Construction for Miller Springs Park Trail Improvements ($422,542.57).
- Developer Participation Agreement with SeAH Superalloy Technologies to upsize ~4,700 ft of Northwest Little Elm Wastewater Line to an 18‑inch line (up to $3,300,000).
The Temple City Council approved the purchase of a Pierce Enforcer pumper fire truck with a negotiated maximum of $1,200,000. It also approved several professional‑services agreements and construction contracts totaling over $2 million, as well as a dedication easement to Oncor and multiple grant authorizations. Two resolutions—one for a developer participation agreement and one for a change order on the Santa Fe Community Market—were postponed. A rezoning ordinance (PD‑SFA‑3 to O‑1) received its first‑reading public hearing.
- Approved purchase of Pierce Enforcer fire truck (up to $1,200,000) (3‑0)
- Approved professional services agreement with Clark Associates for $359,000 (3‑0)
- Approved construction contract with BSH Construction for $422,542.57 (3‑0)
- Approved dedication easement to Oncor Electric Delivery for $84,868 (3‑0)
- Approved grant ratification for SHSP law‑enforcement terrorism prevention grant (3‑0)
- Postponed adoption of Developer Participation Agreement with SeAH Superalloy Technologies (3‑0)
- Postponed adoption of change order #4 for Santa Fe Community Market contract ($134,687.10) (3‑0)
- Tabled first‑reading public hearing for rezoning PD‑SFA‑3 to O‑1 at 1252 Honor Lane (3‑0)
Special Called City Council Workshop Meeting
The Temple City Council will hold a work session to review applications for the vacant District 3 councilmember seat. The council will enter executive (closed) session to deliberate the appointment, but no final action will be taken. The agenda also lists discussion items related to Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One, including its Board of Directors, Project Committee, and Financing Committee. No official actions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review applications for the vacant District 3 councilmember seat (executive session, no final action)
- Discussion of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One – Board of Directors
- Discussion of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One – Project Committee
- Discussion of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One – Financing Committee
On May 29, 2025, the Temple City Council entered executive session to discuss the vacant District 3 Councilmember seat. Council members reviewed the applications received. No final appointment or other action was taken.
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board will discuss the 2050 Master Plan and current project updates. The board is considering several recommendations for City Council approval regarding park planning and wastewater construction.
- Professional services agreement with Covey Planning + Landscape Architecture for Crossroads Park and James Wilson Park master plan (not to exceed $233,000)
- Construction contract with Vortex Services, LLC for Northwest Little Elm Wastewater Upsizing – Railroad Casing Lining (estimated $81,038)
- Change order #4 for Wright Builders of Temple for the Santa Fe Community Market (estimated $134,687.10)
- Oath of Office administration for Brandon Bozon
- Discussion of 2050 Reinvestment Zone Number One Master Plan
Development Standards Advisory Board Meeting
The board will administer oaths of office and conduct Open Meetings Act training. Members will discuss modifications to development standards regarding utilities and residential subdivision entrances.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of Utility Details modifications
- Discussion of To and Through Utility Extensions modifications
- Discussion of Residential Subdivision Entrance Details modifications
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and decide on two variance applications. One request seeks to reduce the side‑yard setback from 10 ft to 5 ft for a detached garage at 902 N 9th Street. The other seeks to reduce side‑yard and separation requirements for an attached carport at 501 W Walker Avenue. No other actions are listed on the agenda.
- FY-25-5-VAR: variance to allow 5‑ft side‑yard setback (instead of 10 ft) for a detached garage at 902 N 9th St, Irvin Avenue corner.
- FY-25-7-VAR: variance to allow 1‑ft side‑yard setback (instead of 6 ft) and 3‑ft separation (instead of 10 ft) for an attached carport at 501 W Walker Ave.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance to reduce the side‑yard setback to 5 feet for a detached garage at 902 N 9th Street. The board also approved a variance to reduce the side‑yard setback to 1 foot and the separation distance to 3 feet for an attached carport at 501 W Walker Avenue, adding conditions on gutters and oak‑tree trimming. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved variance FY-25-5-VAR for 5‑ft side yard setback at 902 N 9th St (5:0)
- Approved variance FY-25-7-VAR for 1‑ft side yard setback and 3‑ft separation at 501 W Walker Ave, with gutter and oak‑tree conditions (5:0)
- Approved April 23, 2025 meeting minutes by General Consent
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing on the Public Housing Authority (PHA) Annual Plan and the Capital Funds Program for 2025‑2029, including briefings and resident comments. A poster contest titled “What Home Means to Me” will be presented. The consent agenda includes approval of April 2025 financial statements, minutes from the April 23 meeting, and two resolutions: writing off collection losses and approving the proposed operating budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. Additional reports and an executive session on personnel matters will follow.
- Public Hearing on PHA Annual Plan and Capital Funds Program (2025‑2029)
- Resolution 1220 – Write Off Collection Losses
- Resolution 1221 – Approve Proposed Operating Budget for FY ending Sep 30, 2025
- Presentation of “What Home Means to Me” Poster Contest
- Approval of April 2025 Financial Statements for multiple CTHC properties
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The board will administer oaths to new members and select a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a departmental update from Housing & Community Development.
- Administration of Oaths of Office to newly appointed Board members
- Selection and appointment of Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Departmental update from Housing & Community Development
- Approval of April 22, 2025 meeting minutes
The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. Susan Luck was reappointed as board chair and Shannon Myers was appointed vice chair, both by unanimous vote. The board set the next meeting for June 24, 2025. An oath of office was administered to new member Kayla Williams.
- Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Reappointed Susan Luck as Board Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Shannon Myers as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meeting for June 24, 2025
- Administered oath of office to Kayla Williams
TPA Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association will hold a Meet and Confer meeting on May 21, 2025. The agenda includes approving minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting and discussing issues for possible inclusion in the FY 26 Meet and Confer Agreement. The public may observe but cannot participate unless permitted by ground rules.
- Approve minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting
- Discuss potential issues for the FY 26 Meet and Confer Agreement between the City and the Police Association
Assistant City Manager Erin Smith called the meeting to order at 1:13 p.m. The council approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting by a 9‑0 vote. Members discussed potential issues for the FY 26 Meet and Confer Agreement, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 1:52 p.m.
- Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9‑0)
- Discussed FY 26 Meet and Confer issues; no action taken
Historic Preservation Board Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board will approve minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting and reseat its Chair and Vice‑Chair. It will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residential window replacement at 908 North 9th Street in the North Central Temple Historic District. The board will also receive updates on the 2025 Report to City Council, the Temple Community Treasures Photo and Painting Contest, and the Historic Resource Survey.
- Approve minutes from the March 19, 2025 regular meeting
- Election (reseating) of Chair and Vice‑Chair
- Consider Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 908 North 9th Street
- Receive update on the 2025 Report to the City Council
- Receive update on the Temple Community Treasures Photo and Painting Contest
The Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting (5‑0). Jeff Swindoll was unanimously re‑elected Chair and Guy Fowler was unanimously re‑elected Vice‑Chair. The board voted 5‑0 to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing windows at 908 North 9th Street. The next regular meeting was set for June 18, 2025.
- Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
- Jeff Swindoll unanimously re‑elected as Chair
- Guy Fowler unanimously re‑elected as Vice‑Chair
- Approved COA application for 908 N 9th St window replacement (5‑0)
- Scheduled next board meeting for June 18, 2025
Emergency Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Emergency Services Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Fire Marshal and the Fire & Emergency Management Services. The board will also conduct a budget review and swear in a new member.
- Swearing in of new board member Will Sisco
- Fire Marshal Office Review by Landy Setzer
- Budget Review by Chief Randles
- Fire & Emergency Management Services Report by Chief Randles
The Emergency Services Advisory Board approved the meeting minutes from March 18, 2025. The board also swore in Will Sisco as a new participating member. No other actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.
- Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Steve Fisher, seconded by David Mason)
- Swore in new participating member Will Sisco
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Commission will meet for a work session to discuss items on the May 19 regular meeting agenda. Members will also review the status of active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, and permits. No final action will be taken during this workshop.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for May 19, 2025
- Status updates on active or completed annexations
- Status updates on zoning cases
- Status updates on conditional use permits
- Status updates on subdivision plats and building permits
The commission opened the work session at 5:15 p.m., heard no public comments, and discussed the regular meeting agenda. An affidavit to abstain from FY‑25‑13‑ZC was noted. The meeting adjourned at 5:23 p.m. with no decisions made.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider final plats for two subdivisions and hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request. The body will also review meeting minutes from May 5, 2025.
- Final plat for The Ridge at Knob Creek Phase 2 (107-lot residential subdivision) at 19802 SE H K Dodgen Loop
- Public hearing for rezoning 1252 Honor Lane from PD-SFA-3 to Office 1 (O-1)
- Final plat for Patriot Crossing (85-lot mixed-use subdivision) at 1624, 1802 & 1806 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0-1 to recommend that the City Council disapprove the rezoning of 1252 Honor Lane from Planned Development Single‑Family Attached Dwelling to Office use. It also voted 8-0 to approve the final plat for the Patriot Crossing mixed‑use subdivision located at 1624, 1802 & 1806 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Recommend disapproval of rezoning 1252 Honor Lane (7-0-1)
- Approve final plat of Patriot Crossing mixed‑use subdivision (8-0)
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the May 15 regular meeting and receive several presentations. No final action will be taken during this session.
- Second Quarter Financial results for Fiscal Year 2025
- Central Texas Council of Governments Bell County Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Legislative update presentation
- Departmental updates from Fire and Communications & Marketing
The May 15, 2025 City Council workshop included public comments and several work‑session presentations. Councilmembers discussed agenda items, the Leon Reserve Phase II final plat, the updated hazard‑mitigation plan, financial results, legislative updates, and departmental reports. No final actions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider authorizing the issuance of $223 million in municipal bonds for utility and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes approving contracts for emergency vehicle maintenance and library technology, and adopting the 2023 National Electrical Code.
- Authorize $223M in bond issuance for utility and infrastructure projects
- Approve $175,000 for emergency vehicle maintenance from Siddons Martin
- Approve $50,479 for library announcement system from Technology for Education
- Approve $219,500 for HVAC controls at City Hall Annex
- Approve $190,000 for Temple-Bell County Annex relocation site properties
The Temple City Council voted to adopt the first and final readings of five bond items (2025-0016-O through 2025-0020-O). Each bond measure passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda resolution, also by a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved $6,900,000 bond issuance (2025-0016-O) – Pass (4-0)
- Approved $53,000,000 bond issuance (2025-0017-O) – Pass (4-0)
- Approved $103,000,000 utility revenue bond (2025-0018-O) – Pass (4-0)
- Approved $43,000,000 general obligation refunding bond (2025-0019-O) – Pass (4-0)
- Approved $21,000,000 Reinvestment Zone tax‑increment refunding bond (2025-0020-O) – Pass (4-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda resolution – Pass (4-0)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from its April 8, 2025 meeting. The board will receive a presentation on the career history and duties of the Summit Fitness Center Program Coordinator and other staff. A quarterly report and operational highlights from several divisions will be presented. No other decisions are scheduled.
- Approve minutes from the April 8, 2025 Advisory Board meeting
- Presentation on Summit Fitness Center Program Coordinator LeDea Harris and other staff
- Quarterly report from Parks and Recreation Department administration
- Operational and project highlights from Sammons Golf Course, Parks Division, Recreation Division, and Administration
- Public comments (limited to three minutes per speaker, no action taken)
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the April 8, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of employee presentations and departmental updates, with no additional actions taken.
- Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Special Called City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to certify the results of the May 3, 2025 General Election and swear in new council members. The body will also consider the resignation of District 3 Councilmember Susan Long.
- Resolution 2025-0137-R: Canvassing returns for the May 3, 2025 General Election
- Administration of the Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmembers
- Resolution 2025-0138-R: Accepting the resignation of District 3 Councilmember Susan Long
- Executive session to discuss a public officer's employment or duties
- Executive session for City Attorney briefing on pending or contemplated litigation
The City Council approved a resolution to adopt the canvass of the May 3, 2025 General Election results, passing 4‑0. It also approved a resolution accepting the resignation of District 3 Councilmember Susan Long, passing 4‑0. Judge Kathleen Person administered the oath of office to Mayor Pro Tem Jessica Walker and Councilmember Mike Pilkington. No final actions were taken in the executive session.
- Adopted resolution canvassing May 3, 2025 election returns (4-0)
- Adopted resolution accepting resignation of District 3 Councilmember Susan Long (4-0)
- Administered oath of office to Mayor Pro Tem Jessica Walker and Councilmember Mike Pilkington
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission will meet to receive presentations and discuss police department operations. The session includes reports on the bicycle unit, scams, and an executive summary.
- Presentation and discussion of Bicycle Unit by Sgt. Chris Miceli
- Presentation and discussion of Scams by Ofc. Cody Close
- Presentation and discussion on Executive Summary by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar by Chief Shawn M. Reynolds
- Approval of March 11th, 2025, meeting minutes
The commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting, with the motion made by Gregory Gregg and seconded by Garry Smith and approved unanimously. A motion to adjourn the May 13 meeting was also made by Gregory Gregg, seconded by Garry Smith, and passed with no opposition.
- Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (no opposition)
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The trustees will consider a consent agenda that includes several routine payments, such as the April pension check register and invoices from Definiti LLC, Jackson Walker, and others. They will also review the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures and discuss a possible CAPTRUST rebalance. Additional items include a member request about spousal status and the adoption of new disability, marriage, and retirement forms.
- Approve pension check register payment of $395,457.72
- Approve invoices: Definiti LLC $26,138.00, Jackson Walker $581.00, JRBT $2,142.00, Harvest Interest $9,194.00, CDK Multifamily $2,407.00, TIB Master Card $481.53
- Review and approve the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
- Consider possible CAPTRUST rebalance
- Approve new Disability, Marriage, and Retirement forms
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss items on the May 5 regular meeting agenda. The body will also review the status of active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, permits, and plats. No final action will be taken during this meeting.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for May 05, 2025
- Status updates on active or completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits
The commission opened a work session at 5:15 p.m. and received no public comments. Staff presented the regular meeting agenda and the commission discussed it. The meeting was adjourned at 5:25 p.m. with no actions taken.
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and consider two subdivision plats. Items include a rezoning of a 0.16‑acre single‑family attached dwelling at 1252 Honor Lane, a rezoning and binding site plan for 12.302 acres at 12000 FM 2305 and 12016 FM 2305, a preliminary plat for the 137.66‑acre Meadowlake subdivision at 7002 and 7246 Old Hwy 95, and a final plat for the 40.11‑acre Leon Reserve Phase II subdivision north of E. FM 93.
- FY-25-13-ZC – public hearing on rezoning PD‑SFA‑3 to O‑1 (0.16 ac) at 1252 Honor Lane (applicant requested to table)
- FY-25-14-ZC – public hearing on rezoning and binding site plan (12.302 ac) at 12000 FM 2305 and 12016 FM 2305
- FY-25-17-PLT – consider Preliminary Plat for Meadowlake, 137.660 ac, 434‑lot mixed‑use subdivision at 7002 and 7246 Old Hwy 95
- FY-25-20-PLT – consider Final Plat for Leon Reserve Phase II, 40.11 ac, 169‑lot residential subdivision north of E. FM 93
- Consent agenda – approval of April 21, 2025 meeting minutes
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 21 meeting. It tabled a rezoning request (Item 6) and also tabled Item 5. The commission approved the Preliminary Plat for Meadowlake (Item 7) and recommended the City Council approve the Final Plat for Leon Reserve Phase II (Item 8).
- Tabled Item 5 FY-25-13-ZC (unanimous consent)
- Approved remaining agenda items (unanimous consent)
- Approved Item 4 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
- Tabled Item 6 FY-25-14-ZC rezoning request (8-0)
- Approved Item 7 FY-25-17-PLT Preliminary Plat of Meadowlake (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Item 8 FY-25-20-PLT Final Plat of Leon Reserve Phase II to City Council (8-0)
Building and Standards Commission Regular Meeting
The Building and Standards Commission will consider action on three specific complaints regarding dwelling and commercial structures. The commission will also review minutes from the February 3, 2025, meeting.
- Complaint 1297: dwelling and accessory structure at 501 E. Ave K
- Complaint 1304: dwelling and accessory structure at 808 E. Downs Ave
- Complaint 1306: commercial and accessory structure at 414 S. 1st St
The Building and Standards Commission approved a 30‑day demolition order for the dwelling and accessory structures at 808 E Downs Ave, finding them dangerous. It also approved a 30‑day secure order for the commercial structure at 414 S 1st St and unanimously tabled complaint 1297 for the property at 501 E Ave. The minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting were approved, all motions passing 4‑0.
- Approved February 3, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Tabled complaint 1297 for 501 E Ave (4-0)
- Approved 30‑day demolition order for 808 E Downs Ave (4-0)
- Approved 30‑day secure order for 414 S 1st St (4-0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council workshop will begin with public comments, followed by a work session covering regular agenda items, a health district presentation, a legislative update, and a closed‑session attorney briefing on pending or contemplated litigation. No final actions will be taken on any agenda items during this meeting. The executive session is intended to seek legal advice under Texas law.
- Public comments (limited to three minutes, no action taken)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items for May 1, 2025
- Presentation by Temple Health and Bioscience District on the Blue Zones Ignite Temple Initiative
- Legislative update presentation
- Closed‑session attorney briefing on pending or contemplated litigation
The council heard public comments, including a property‑tax concern from Alan Lytle. Staff presented agenda items and a Blue Zones initiative, and the city attorney gave a litigation briefing. The council entered executive session, but no final action or vote was taken.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $3.75 million interlocal agreement with the Temple Health and Bioscience District. Items on the agenda also cover rezoning proposals, professional services contracts, and equipment purchases. The council will adopt several ordinances on zoning and land use, and vote on multiple consent‑agenda items.
- Approve interlocal agreement with THBD, authorizing a $3,750,000 payment for economic development
- Adopt rezoning ordinance for 1.6938 acres at 1818 N 3rd Street (General Retail and Single‑Family)
- Authorize purchase and installation of pool equipment from Landmark Aquatic for $52,070
- Approve professional services agreement for Crossroads Park Restroom and Storage Facility ($82,500)
- Authorize land lease with SeaRey Adventures, LLC for a permanent metal hangar at Draughon‑Miller Central Texas Regional Airport
The council unanimously approved an interlocal agreement with the Temple Health and Bioscience District, committing $3,750,000 for property acquisition and drainage improvements. It also approved multiple resolutions authorizing land leases, equipment purchases, professional services, rezoning changes, and the creation of a regional 9‑1‑1 communications district.
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with THBD, $3,750,000 payment (4-0)
- Approved land lease with SeaRey Adventures for airport hangar (4-0)
- Approved purchase of pool equipment from Landmark Aquatic, $52,070 (4-0)
- Approved reimbursement to TC Rail for rail maintenance, $79,204.47 (4-0)
- Approved professional services for Crossroads Park Restroom project, $82,500 (4-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1818 N 3rd Street (General Retail & Single‑Family) (4-0)
- Approved rezoning and site development plan for 6250 & 6576 Pegasus Drive (4-0)
- Approved creation of Central Texas Regional 9‑1‑1 Emergency Communications District (4-0)
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will approve the March 26 meeting minutes, review financial statements for multiple housing projects, examine quarterly investment analyses for Belton and Temple, and consider Resolution 1219 to write off collection losses. The meeting also includes standard reports from the Secretary and updates on the Executive Director search.
- Approve minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting
- Review March 2025 financial statements for 13 housing projects (e.g., Low Rent – Belton, Golden Haven, Temple College Apartments)
- Quarterly investment analyses for Belton and Temple
- Resolution 1219 – Write off collection losses
- Secretary’s reports: occupancy, grants, maintenance, service, MOU, Executive Director replacement
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to elect its Chair and Vice-Chair and review its annual report to City Council. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a specific property setback request.
- Election for Chair and Vice-Chair
- Action on the Zoning Board of Adjustment Annual Report to City Council
- Public hearing for FY-25-5-VAR: request for 0-foot side yard setback instead of 3-foot at 902 N 9th Street
The board elected Little as Chair and Welch as Vice‑Chair, each by a 6‑0 vote. The January 22, 2025 meeting minutes were approved by general consent. The board recommended the Annual Report to City Council, passing the motion 6‑0. A motion to table a variance to reduce a side‑yard setback was approved 5‑0, postponing the request.
- Elected Little as Chair (6-0)
- Elected Welch as Vice‑Chair (6-0)
- Approved Jan 22 2025 minutes by general consent
- Recommended Annual Report to City Council (6-0)
- Tabled variance FY-25-5-VAR (5-0)
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will meet to administer oaths to new members and review minutes from March 25, 2025. The board will also receive a presentation regarding the city's Neighborhood Coalition program.
- Presentation regarding city’s Neighborhood Coalition program
- Administration of Oaths of Office to newly appointed Board members
- Approval of March 25, 2025 meeting minutes
The board approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. New board member Tommi Fettig was administered an oath of office. The next advisory board meeting was scheduled for May 27, 2025.
- Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Administered oath of office to Tommi Fettig (completed)
- Scheduled next meeting for May 27, 2025
Possible Quorum: City Council and Citizens' Police Advisory Commission
The Temple City Council and Citizens’ Police Advisory Commission are invited to attend the Temple Police Department Dinner and Awards Ceremony. The notice states that no official action will be taken by either body during this event.
- Temple Police Department Dinner and Awards Ceremony at Frank Mayborn Convention Center
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend actions on two land-use requests. These include an ordinance amendment for a warehouse office and a rezoning request for a small parcel of land.
- Public hearing for FY-24-33-ZC to allow warehouse office at 7040 Brookside Blvd (75.2480 +/- acres)
- Public hearing for FY-25-13-ZC to rezone 1252 Honor Lane (0.16 +/- acres) from PD-SFA-3 to Office 1 (O-1)
- Approval of April 7, 2025 meeting minutes
The commission voted 6-0 to recommend that City Council approve the amendment allowing a warehouse office in the General Retail zone at 7040 Brookside Blvd. It also voted 6-0 to table the rezoning request from Planned Development Single-Family Attached Dwelling 3 to Office 1 at 1252 Honor Lane. Both items will be presented to City Council on May 1, 2025.
- Recommend approval of FY-24-33-ZC warehouse office amendment (6-0)
- Table FY-25-13-ZC rezoning request (6-0)
- Approve regular agenda items (unanimous consent)
- Approve consent agenda item 4 (unanimous consent)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public comment period (no decisions will be made) followed by a work session. In the work session members will review any regular agenda items for the same day and provide updates on active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits.
- Public comments – limited to three minutes each, no final action taken
- Review of regular meeting agenda items for April 21, 2025
- Status update on active or completed annexations
- Discussion of zoning cases and conditional use permits
- Review of subdivision plats and building permits
The work session opened at 5:15 p.m. and included a public comment period with no comments. The commission reviewed the regular meeting agenda and assigned the invocation and pledge to commissioners. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:21 p.m.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple contract approvals, a rezoning request, and several ordinance readings. Items include a $1.09 million three‑year Microsoft enterprise agreement, a $112,856 citric‑acid purchase, and a $70,826.25 portable‑radio acquisition. The regular agenda contains rezoning and development plan ordinances for various parcels and a public hearing on police officer classifications.
- Adopt resolution for a three‑year Microsoft enterprise agreement with SHI Government Solutions, total $1,092,095.73.
- Adopt resolution ratifying $112,856 for citric acid from Univar Solutions, total FY 2025 cost $210,896.
- Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of portable radios from Dailey & Wells Communications for $70,826.25.
- Adopt ordinance rezoning 4.90 ± acres from Agricultural to General Retail at 16803 NE H K Dodgen Loop.
- Adopt resolution authorizing sale of 1.008‑acre Green Park Drive to CL Craig Construction for $96,800.
The council unanimously approved a series of contract resolutions covering purchases such as citric acid, portable radios, a Microsoft enterprise agreement, and a natural‑gas supply contract. It also approved two rezoning ordinances, a budget amendment for FY 2024‑2025, and a resolution supporting Texas House Bill 1549. Additionally, the council authorized the sale of a city property and accepted an arts grant.
- Approved $112,856 citric acid contract with Univar Solutions (4‑0)
- Approved $70,826.25 purchase of portable radios from Dailey & Wells Communications (4‑0)
- Approved three‑year Microsoft enterprise agreement valued at $1,092,095.73 (4‑0)
- Approved $203,952 natural‑gas supply contract for city CNG station (4‑0)
- Approved rezoning from Agricultural to General Retail for 4.90 ± acres at 16803 NE H K Dodgen Loop (4‑0)
- Approved rezoning and binding site‑development plan for 5.358 ± acres at 5642 Pegasus Drive (4‑0)
- Approved budget amendments for fiscal year 2024‑2025 (4‑0)
- Approved resolution supporting House Bill 1549 (HB1549) (4‑0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop where members of the public may give brief comments. The council will discuss items from the regular meeting agenda for Thursday, April 17, 2025, and will receive a presentation on the Parks and Recreation Department’s strategic plan from PROS Consulting, Inc. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled for this workshop.
- Public comments limited to three minutes; no council action will be taken
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items for Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Presentation of the Parks and Recreation Department strategic plan by PROS Consulting, Inc.
- Notice of upcoming meetings for Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One committees (Board of Directors, Project Committee, Financing Committee)
- Special accommodations available for persons with disabilities who need assistance
The Temple City Council met on April 17, 2025 for a workshop. Public comments were invited but none were received. Council members discussed agenda items and heard a presentation of the Parks and Recreation Department strategic plan from PROS Consulting, Inc. No final actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
Temple Revitalization Corporation Meeting
The Temple Revitalization Corporation will consider two agenda items. It will vote to approve the minutes from its December 19, 2024 board meeting. It will also consider authorizing the sale of the 1.008‑acre property at 488 Green Park Drive in West Temple to CL Craig Construction, LLC for a purchase price of $96,800, less agreed closing costs.
- Approve minutes from the December 19, 2024 TRC board meeting
- Authorize sale of 488 Green Park Drive, a 1.008‑acre property in West Temple, to CL Craig Construction, LLC for $96,800 less closing‑cost deductions
The Temple Revitalization Corporation approved the minutes from its December 19, 2024 board meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It also authorized the sale of 488 Green Park Drive, a 1.008‑acre parcel in West Temple, to CL Craig Construction, LLC for $96,800 less agreed closing costs, also by a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Authorized sale of 488 Green Park Drive for $96,800 less closing costs (4-0)
Library Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Temple Public Library Board of Trustees will elect officers, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider several policy approvals. Key items include the Library Card Policy and the National Voter Registration Act Implementation Plan. A quarterly fiscal report will be presented, and the meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Elect Chair and Vice Chair for the Library Board
- Approve minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting
- Review and consider approval of the Library Card Policy
- Review and consider approval of the National Voter Registration Act Implementation Plan
- Receive FY 2025 Quarterly Report on accomplishments and performance
The Library Advisory Board elected Gail Jacobs as Chair and Sandy Swain as Vice Chair. The board approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Library Card Policy, the National Voter Registration Act Implementation Plan, and the External Information Distribution Policy. All motions passed unanimously.
- Elected Gail Jacobs as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Sandy Swain as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved January 21, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved Library Card Policy (5-0)
- Approved National Voter Registration Act Implementation Plan (5-0)
- Approved External Information Distribution Policy (5-0)
Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Airport Advisory Board will consider recommending two land leases to the City Council: one with G-5 Realty for an 18,700‑square‑foot plot to build a 100 × 100‑foot commercial hangar, and another with SeaRey Adventures, LLC for a 13,750‑square‑foot plot for a 70 × 100‑foot facility for seaplane training, sales and service. The board will also approve the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting and receive presentations on second‑quarter airport performance and upcoming airport projects.
- Recommendation to City Council to authorize land lease with G-5 Realty for 18,700 sf plot for a 100’ × 100’ commercial hangar at Draughon Miller Central Texas Regional Airport
- Recommendation to City Council to authorize land lease with SeaRey Adventures, LLC for 13,750 sf plot for a 70’ × 100’ facility for seaplane training, aircraft sales and service at Draughon Miller Central Texas Regional Airport
- Consider approval of minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting
- Receive presentation on 2nd Quarter Airport Performance
- Receive presentation on Airport projects
The Airport Advisory Board approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved recommendations to City Council to lease land to G-5 Realty for an 18,700‑sf, 100’ × 100’ hangar and to SeaRay Adventures, LLC for a 13,750‑sf, 70’ × 100’ facility. The board scheduled its next meeting for May 12, 2025 and then adjourned.
- Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to City Council for land lease with G-5 Realty, 18,700 sf plot for 100’ × 100’ hangar (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to City Council for land lease with SeaRay Adventures, LLC, 13,750 sf plot for 70’ × 100’ facility (unanimous)
- Scheduled next Airport Advisory Board meeting for May 12, 2025
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board will meet to approve routine financial items, including pension checks, legal invoices, and bank fees, as well as review audited financial statements and actuarial reports.
- Pension Check Register: March 2025 - $397,857.48
- Jackson Walker, LLP Invoice for Legal Services $ 1,755.00
- Extraco Banks Fee for period ending March 31, 2025, $11,921.16
- Review and consider approving September 30, 2024, Actuarial Report
- Review and consider approving moving the May Board Meeting to Conroe
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review a strategic plan presentation from PROS Consulting, Inc. The board will also consider policies and fees for Woodson Field and Crossroads Park Tennis and Pickleball instructors.
- Recommendation to City Council for the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
- Crossroads Park Tennis and Pickleball instructor policies and fees
- Woodson Field policies and fees
- Approval of March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also unanimously accepted the Temple Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan and recommended it to City Council for final approval. Finally, the board unanimously accepted the Woodson Field policies and fee schedule as presented.
- Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Temple Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan and recommended to City Council (unanimous)
- Accepted Woodson Field policies and fees (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and a plat for a residential subdivision. The body will also hold public hearings to discuss land use amendments and site development plans for various properties.
- Public hearing on removing warehouse office from prohibited uses at 7040 Brookside Blvd
- Rezoning request for 1.6938 +/- acres at 1818 N 3rd Street
- Rezoning and site plan request from Agricultural to Planned Development General Retail for 122.152 +/- acres at 6250 and 6576 Pegasus Drive
- Rezoning and site plan request to Planned Development Commercial for 1.544 +/- acres at 5300 S. General Bruce Drive
- Final Plat of Eugenia Terrace Addition Replat No.1 at 1405 S 5th Street
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 9-0 to recommend approval of the rezoning request at 1818 N 3rd Street (Item 7). It approved a recommendation to approve the rezoning and site‑development plan at 6250 and 6576 Pegasus Drive (Item 8) by a 5-4 vote. The commission voted 9-0 to table the rezoning request at 5300 S. General Bruce Drive (Item 9) and also unanimously postponed Item 6 to the April 21 meeting. Items 4 and 5 on the consent agenda were approved by unanimous consent.
- Recommended approval of Item 7 rezoning (9-0)
- Recommended approval of Item 8 rezoning and site plan (5-4)
- Tabled Item 9 rezoning request (9-0)
- Tabled Item 6 to April 21 meeting (unanimous consent)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items 4 & 5 (unanimous consent)
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Temple Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop on April 7, 2025. The meeting begins with a public comment period, during which no decisions will be made. The work session will review regular agenda items and provide updates on active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits.
- Public comment period (no action taken)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items
- Update on active annexations
- Review of zoning cases and conditional use permits
- Status of subdivision plats and building permits
The commission opened the work session at 5:15 p.m. and received no public comments. Members discussed the regular meeting agenda and completed the invocation and pledge. The session was adjourned at 5:30 p.m. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several professional service agreements for road and water improvements and consider two rezoning requests. The body will also discuss the progress of the Bell County Annex project.
- Design services for Old Howard Road, Drainage & Waterline Improvements Phase 2 estimated at $1,558,900
- Roof and exterior wall repair for 17 S. 1st Street building estimated at $803,322.39
- Public hearing for rezoning 5642 Pegasus Drive from Agricultural to Planned Development Commercial
- Public hearing for rezoning 16803 NE H K Dodgen Loop from Agricultural to General Retail
- Professional services for Blackland Road SH95 to I-14 design estimated at $200,000
The Temple City Council approved the first reading of a rezoning ordinance for 5.358 acres at 5642 Pegasus Drive. The council also unanimously approved a series of contracts and professional services agreements, including purchases for strategic planning, internet service, road design, wastewater improvements, and building repairs. One change order for the Downtown City Center Phase 2 project was approved by a 3‑0 vote.
- Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance for 5.358 acres at 5642 Pegasus Drive (no vote tally recorded)
- Approved $78,000 Advantage Program purchase (4‑0)
- Approved $66,600 36‑month 3 Gbps Internet contract for City Hall (4‑0)
- Approved $200,000 design services for Blackland Road SH95 to I‑14 (4‑0)
- Approved $89,600 design, bidding and construction services for State Highway 317 & FM 2483 wastewater improvements (4‑0)
- Approved $1,558,900 design services for Old Howard Road Drainage & Waterline Improvements Phase 2 (4‑0)
- Approved $803,322.39 roof and exterior wall repair contract for 17 S. 1st St. building (4‑0)
- Approved change order #7 $348,952.20 for Downtown City Center Phase 2 (3‑0)
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the upcoming regular meeting, receive presentations on regional 9-1-1 services, the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, and legislative updates, and discuss economic development prospects.
- Discuss Regular Meeting agenda items for April 3, 2025
- Receive presentation on CTCOG Regional 9-1-1 Emergency Communication District
- Receive presentation on 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
- Receive legislative update presentation
- Receive and discuss briefing on economic development prospects
The Temple City Council met on April 3, 2025 for a workshop session. Council members received presentations on the CTCOG Regional 9‑1‑1 Emergency Communication District, the 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan, a legislative update, and economic‑development prospects. No final actions, approvals, or votes were taken, and the executive session ended with no decisions.
Special Called Meeting - Budget Retreat
The Temple City Council is convening a special called meeting to conduct a budget retreat, which includes discussion of the City’s Business Plan. No official action is scheduled to be taken during this session.
- Budget retreat and business plan discussion
- Notice of meetings and conferences
- Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One committees
The Temple City Council held a special budget retreat on March 27, 2025. Departmental budget presentations were received and discussed. No final action or vote was taken on any budget items.
Special Called Meeting - Budget Retreat
The Temple City Council will hold a special called Budget Retreat on March 26, 2025 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Council members will discuss the City’s budget and Business Plan, and may address items related to Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One. No official action is planned; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Discussion of the City’s Budget and Business Plan
- Potential discussion of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One – Board of Directors
- Potential discussion of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One – Project Committee
- Potential discussion of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One – Financing Committee
The council heard departmental budget presentations during the special budget retreat. No final actions or approvals were taken on any items. The meeting concluded without any votes or resolutions.
Special Called City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to receive and discuss a briefing on economic development prospects. This item will be discussed in closed session per Texas Government Code Section 551.087. No final action will be taken during this meeting.
- Briefing on commercial or financial information from business prospects
The Temple City Council entered an executive session at 3:00 pm on March 26, 2025 to receive a briefing on economic development prospects. No final action or vote was taken on any proposal. The meeting was conducted under Texas Government Code Section 551.087.
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board will approve minutes from the February 26 meeting and receive project updates. It will consider recommendations to the City Council to authorize professional service agreements for Old Howard Road Phase 2 ($1,558,900), Blackland Road SH‑95 to I‑14 ($200,000), and Blackland Road Swap ($197,400). The Board will also consider a construction contract change order for Downtown City Center Phase 2 ($348,952.20) and a tree‑clearing contract at Crossroads Park ($238,690).
- Professional service agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for Old Howard Road Phase 2 – $1,558,900
- Professional service agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for Blackland Road SH‑95 to I‑14 – $200,000
- Professional service agreement with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates for Blackland Road Swap – $197,400
- Construction contract change order with R. T. Schneider Construction for Downtown City Center Phase 2 – $348,952.20
- Tree clearing and debris removal contract with DJ Hansen Construction at Crossroads Park – $238,690
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from February 2025, review financial statements for multiple properties, and consider resolutions regarding collection losses and policy revisions.
- Approval of February 2025 financial statements for 12 properties
- Resolutions to approve revisions to investment, compensation, personnel, and privacy policies
- Report on Executive Director Replacement
- Dashboard reports and occupancy report
- Consideration of collection loss write-offs
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will receive a presentation on the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan. The board will discuss community priorities and review minutes from previous meetings.
- Presentation on the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan
- Administration of Oaths of Office to new board members
- Approval of February 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approval of revisions to January 28, 2025 meeting minutes
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting and the revisions to the January 28, 2025 minutes. The board also scheduled its next meeting for April 22, 2025. The administration of oaths of office was deferred to a future meeting. No other actions were decided.
- Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved revisions to January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meeting for April 22, 2025
- Postponed administration of oaths of office to a future meeting
Temple Firefighters' Relief & Retirement Fund Special Called Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board meets on March 24, 2025 at Central Fire Station, 210 N 3rd Street. The meeting includes a public comment period with three‑minute limits and no board action. Trustees will review and consider approving actuary assumptions for the 09/30/2024 GASB and Funding Policy valuations prepared by Definiti, LLC via a Teams meeting. The agenda also lists an Other Business discussion and adjournment.
- Public comments – citizens may address the board, limited to 3 minutes, no action taken
- Review and consider approving Actuary Assumptions for 09/30/2024 GASB and Funding Policy valuations by Definiti, LLC (via Teams)
- Other Business – discussion only
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider authorizing up to $53 million in bonds for infrastructure and approve a series of contracts for vehicles, equipment, and construction projects. The meeting also includes final readings for zoning changes and a temporary moratorium on commercial debris collection.
- Authorize $53M in bonds for infrastructure
- Approve $3.5M for Outer Loop North Phase III construction
- Approve $239K for playground equipment
- Final reading for rezoning 19.89 acres to multi-family
- Temporary moratorium on commercial construction debris
The council approved a resolution to issue up to $53,000,000 in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation (4‑0). It also approved the Consent Agenda, which included dozens of contracts, purchases, leases and professional services (each 4‑0). Additional ordinances were adopted, including a rezoning for two RV spaces (4‑0), a code amendment renaming the Emergency Management chapter (4‑0), and a Tax Increment Financing zone plan for FY 2025‑2029 (4‑0).
- Approved $53,000,000 bond issuance resolution (4‑0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items – contracts, purchases, leases and services (4‑0)
- Adopted rezoning ordinance for RV spaces (4‑0)
- Adopted code amendment renaming Emergency Management chapter (4‑0)
- Adopted Tax Increment Financing zone plan for FY 2025‑2029 (4‑0)
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to hear public comments, discuss any regular agenda items, and receive annual reports from city boards and commissions. Council members will be briefed on capital projects that may be funded through the proposed Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, and Utility System Revenues Bonds, Series 2025. A separate briefing will cover economic development prospects, and a closed session is scheduled for discussions of commercial or financial information related to potential business incentives.
- Public comments (limited to three minutes, no final action)
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items as needed
- Receipt of City of Temple Boards and Commissions annual reports
- Briefing on capital projects funding via proposed Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025 and Utility System Revenues Bonds, Series 2025
- Briefing on economic development prospects and closed‑session discussion of business incentives
The Temple City Council held a workshop on March 20, 2025. No final actions or votes were taken; the meeting included public comments (none) and briefings on a sign‑height exception, vehicle purchases, a temporary debris‑collection moratorium, board and commission reports, capital‑project financing, and economic‑development prospects. Council asked to pull the debris‑collection moratorium item from the consent agenda for discussion, but no outcome was recorded. The executive session ended with no action taken.
Historic Preservation Board Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board will approve the minutes from its February 19 meeting. It will review two Certificate of Appropriateness applications: one for fence color at 1002 North 11th Street and another for window replacement at 1007 North 13th Street, both in the North Central Temple Historic District. The board will also receive an update on prior COA cases and discuss future meeting dates and agenda items.
- Approve minutes of February 19, 2025 regular meeting
- Consider COA application for fence color at 1002 North 11th Street
- Consider COA application for window replacement at 1007 North 13th Street
- Receive update on prior Certificate of Appropriateness cases
- Discuss future meeting dates and agenda items
The board approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. The board approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for the window‑replacement project at 1007 North 13th Street, also by a 5‑0 vote. The board noted that a fence‑color COA application for 1002 North 11th Street had been dismissed after the owner painted the fence white. The board indicated it prefers staff to handle administrative approvals for similar cases and set the next meeting for April 16, 2025.
- Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 1007 North 13th Street (5‑0)
- Noted dismissal of fence‑color COA application for 1002 North 11th Street (case dismissed)
- Stated preference for staff to administratively approve similar COA cases
- Scheduled next Historic Preservation Board meeting for April 16, 2025
Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association will hold a meet‑and‑confer meeting on March 18, 2025. The agenda includes approving minutes from the February 13 meeting and discussing issues for possible inclusion in the FY 26 agreement. The public may observe but cannot participate unless allowed by ground rules.
- Approve minutes from the February 13, 2025 meeting
- Discuss potential issues for the FY 26 Meet and Confer Agreement
Emergency Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Emergency Services Advisory Board will consider approval of the January 21, 2025 meeting minutes, receive a Bell County communications report, and hear an overview of the FY25 calendar and events. The board will also discuss developing a Fire Department Assistance Fund. Additional reports will be given by the fire chief on emergency management services.
- Approve January 21, 2025 meeting minutes
- Bell County Communications Report presented by Executive Director Aubrey Huckaby
- Discuss development of a Fire Department Assistance Fund
- Overview of FY25 calendar and events by Chief Randles
- Fire & Emergency Management Services Report by Chief Randles
Special Called City Council Work Session - Board / Commission Interviews
The Temple City Council met in a special called work session on March 17, 2025 at the municipal building. Council members conducted interviews and discussed appointments for numerous city boards and commissions, including the Airport Advisory Board, Animal Services Advisory Board, Building and Standards Commission, Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission, and Planning and Zoning Commission. No official action was taken, and the council reserved the right to discuss items in executive session as allowed by the Texas Open Meetings Act. The meeting notice was posted on the city website on March 5, 2025.
- Conduct interviews for appointments to the Airport Advisory Board
- Conduct interviews for appointments to the Animal Services Advisory Board
- Conduct interviews for appointments to the Building and Standards Commission
- Conduct interviews for appointments to the Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission
- Conduct interviews for appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold three public hearings. One will consider amending Ordinance No. 2022-0059-O to allow warehouse office use in the General Retail segment at 7040 Brookside Blvd. Two other hearings will consider rezoning requests for parcels at 5642 Pegasus Drive and 16803 NE H K Dodgen Loop. No final actions will be taken during this meeting.
- FY-24-33-ZC: Public hearing on amendment to Ordinance 2022-0059-O for 7040 Brookside Blvd.
- FY-25-3-ZC: Public hearing on rezoning 5.358 ± acres from Agricultural to Planned Development Commercial at 5642 Pegasus Drive.
- FY-25-10-ZC: Public hearing on rezoning 4.90 ± acres from Agricultural to General Retail at 16803 NE H K Dodgen Loop.
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The commission will hold a public comment period, limited to three minutes per speaker, with no discussion or final action taken. A work session will follow to discuss regular meeting agenda items and to provide updates on active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits. No decisions are scheduled for this workshop.
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider the consent agenda, including the February 2025 pension check register of $391,617.52, a $1,019 asset‑management fee, a $2,000 audit interim bill, and approval of meeting minutes. It will also review and vote on the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures, a CAPTRUST Q4 2024 investment review, replacement of the American Funds EuroPacific Growth option, and CAPTRUST asset‑allocation changes. Public comments are allowed, and other business such as the TEXPERS conference and disability forms will be discussed.
- Approve Pension Check Register: February 2025 – $391,617.52
- Approve Harvest Interest Billing 1Q 2025 Asset Management Fee – $1,019.00
- Approve JRBT interim bill #3 for audit services – $2,000.00
- Consider replacement of American Funds EuroPacific Growth
- Consider CAPTRUST Asset Allocation changes
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Temple Citizens Police Advisory Commission will meet to approve February minutes and discuss e-bike usage, a use of force report, and an executive summary with the police chief.
- Approval of February 11, 2025, meeting minutes
- Presentation on e-bike usage by Sgt. Sheppard
- Presentation on use of force report by DC Teston
- Discussion of executive summary with Chief Reynolds
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including a $5,520,000 project with the State of Texas to build a 6‑to‑16‑foot concrete shared‑use path, concrete barrier rail, and safety fencing on southbound Spur 290 (3rd Street) from Avenue A to Avenue F. Other items include approvals for playground equipment, design services for a new fire station, and several ordinance and rezoning proposals.
- Resolution authorizing $5,520,000 shared‑use path and safety improvements on Spur 290 (3rd St) from Avenue A to Avenue F
- Resolution authorizing $139,733.40 purchase and installation of playground equipment from Cunningham Recreation
- Resolution authorizing $575,140 professional services agreement with BRW Architects for design of new Fire Station No. 7
- Resolution authorizing $114,930 amendment to design services contract for Nugent Avenue improvements
- First‑reading ordinance to rezone 19.89 acres for RV spaces and multi‑family development at 8570 Prairie View Rd and nearby parcels
City Council Workshop
The Temple City Council workshop will include a work session to discuss regular agenda items, receive an update on the downtown/Main Street program, and hear presentations on the Hillcrest Cemetery master plan and a cooperation request from the Cesar Chavez Foundation for the Village at Meadowbend Apartments. No formal action or final decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discuss regular meeting agenda items for Thursday, March 6, 2025
- Update on the City’s downtown/Main Street program
- Presentation on the Hillcrest Cemetery master plan by L.F. Sloane Consulting Group
- Presentation and request for a Cooperation Agreement and Letter of Support from the Cesar Chavez Foundation for renovation of the Village at Meadowbend Apartments
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss instructor policies and fees for tennis and pickleball at Crossroads Park. The board will also consider nominees for the Baseball and Softball Walk of Fame and receive a status report from the Central Texas Youth Softball Association.
- Crossroads Park Tennis and Pickleball instructor policies and fees
- Baseball and Softball Walk of Fame nominees
- 2024 annual status report from the Central Texas Youth Softball Association
- Departmental updates for Sammons Golf Course and Mayborn Convention Center
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Temple Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting and review the status of annexations, zoning cases, and building permits. The session will also include a presentation on transportation projects. No final action will be taken during this workshop.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for March 3, 2025
- Review of status for annexations, zoning cases, and building permits
- Presentation on transportation projects
- Public comments period (3-minute limit)
- Meeting held at Municipal Building, 2 North Main Street
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on the final plat for the Leon Reserve Phase I residential subdivision. It will also consider an appeal to increase sign height and size limits in the I-35 Gateway District Overlay for a property at 12731 NE H K Dodgen Loop. Public comments are permitted but no decisions will be made on those remarks.
- Approve final plat of Leon Reserve Phase I, a 55.16‑acre, 217‑lot residential subdivision on the north side of E. FM 93 (tax parcel ID 40918).
- Discuss appeal to raise sign height limit from 35 ft to 75 ft in the I‑35 Gateway District Overlay.
- Discuss appeal to raise sign size limit from 200 sq ft to 279.22 sq ft for 12731 NE H K Dodgen Loop.
Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board of Directors Regular Meeting*
The Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board will consider approving a five-year financing plan and authorizing construction contracts for landscaping and road projects. The board will also appoint committee members and discuss economic development prospects.
- Approve Financing and Project Plans for fiscal years 2025–2029
- Authorize construction contract for landscaping at 8 North 13th Street for $93,832.53
- Authorize change order #1 for Outer Loop North Phase III for $3,520,193.53
- Authorize change order #2 for Santa Fe Community Market drainage improvements for $145,120
- Receive project updates from Temple Economic Development Corporation
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from the January 22, 2025 annual meeting, review financial statements for 12 properties, and consider resolutions regarding collection losses and a conflict of interest policy. The meeting will also include a presentation of the 2024 Rusty Award and an executive session for personnel matters.
- Approve minutes of the January 22, 2025 Annual Meeting
- Review January 2025 financial statements for 12 properties
- Resolution 1212: Write Off Collection Losses
- Resolution 1213: Approve Proposed Conflict of Interest Policy
- Presentation of 2024 Rusty Award
KYLE/THA, Inc Board of Directors Annual Meeting
The Kyle/Tha, Inc. Board of Directors will hold its annual meeting on Feb 26, 2025 at Rose Hall, 107 North 9th Street, Temple. At the meeting the board will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair and will vote to approve the minutes from the February 28, 2024 annual meeting. The agenda also includes an open “Other” item and the meeting will be adjourned.
- Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair
- Approval of minutes from Feb 28, 2024 annual meeting
- Other (unspecified agenda item)
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from its January 28, 2025 meeting. It will review and consider approval of the 2024‑2025 Annual Report. The board will receive a presentation on Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas and schedule its next meeting.
- Consider approval of minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting
- Review and consider approval of the 2024‑2025 Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Annual Report
- Receive presentation regarding Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas
- Schedule the next Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board meeting
Special Called City Council Work Session
The Temple City Council will hold a special called work session to discuss economic development prospects and the employment of the City Manager. The meeting will include closed sessions to deliberate on these topics, with no final action scheduled.
- Receive briefing on economic development prospects
- Discuss City Manager employment and duties
- Closed session to deliberate on business prospects
- Closed session to deliberate on financial incentives
- Notice of meetings for TIF Zone Number One committees
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple resolutions and ordinances. Items on the agenda include authorizing a $498,403.10 purchase of 158 mobile data laptops for the Police and Fire Departments, a lease for T‑Hangar #72 at the Draughon‑Miller Central Texas Regional Airport, and a $574,940 professional services agreement with BRW Architects for design of a new Fire Station No. 7. Additional actions cover construction contracts for roof replacements on Fire Station No. 5 and the Animal Shelter, a $279,470.50 drainage improvement project on Village Way (Midtown Lane), and an amendment to the Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone ordinance. The council will also adopt resolutions for wastewater easements, a reimbursement contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, a dual certification agreement with Pendleton Water Supply, an appointment to the Hill Country Transit District Board, and approval of first‑quarter 2025 financial results and budget amendments.
- Authorize purchase of 158 mobile data laptops for Police and Fire ($498,403.10)
- Lease agreement for T‑Hangar #72 at Draughon‑Miller Central Texas Regional Airport
- Professional services agreement with BRW Architects for new Fire Station No. 7 ($574,940)
- Construction contracts for roof replacements on Fire Station No. 5 ($56,833.09) and Animal Shelter ($81,620.43)
- Construction contract with JH Contracting for Village Way (Midtown Lane) Drainage Improvements ($279,470.50)
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the February 20 regular meeting. The session includes a legislative update and a presentation on the first quarter financial results for Fiscal Year 2025.
- First Quarter Financial results for Fiscal Year 2025 presentation
- Legislative update presentation
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for February 20, 2025
Joint Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Project Committee and Finance Committee Meeting
The Joint Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Project and Finance Committees will receive updates on current projects that are under construction, in design, and planned for the future. They will also receive a briefing on economic development prospects and potential real‑property acquisitions. The committees may hold a closed‑session to discuss property purchase, lease, or incentive offers, but no final action will be taken at this meeting.
- Review of current projects under construction
- Review of current projects in design
- Review of future project proposals
- Briefing on economic development prospects and potential real‑property acquisitions
- Possible closed‑session discussion of property purchase, lease, or incentives (no final action)
Historic Preservation Board Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for residential projects in historic districts and receive updates on grant programs and board reports.
- Consider COA for window replacement at 615 West Garfield Avenue
- Consider COA for window addition at 515 West Lamar Avenue
- Consider COA for fence replacement at 1119 North 7th Street
- Receive presentation on Neighborhood Improvement Grant
- Review and approve Annual Board Report to City Council
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review a master plan for Hillcrest Cemetery and an annual board report for potential recommendation to City Council. The meeting includes presentations on youth soccer policies and a baseball association status report.
- Hillcrest Cemetery Master Plan presentation by L.F. Sloane Consulting Group
- Presentation from Manuel Velasquez of Coyotes FC on youth soccer policies and facility access
- 2024 annual status report from the Temple Youth Baseball Association
- Annual Board report for potential recommendation to City Council
- Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Temple Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss items for the upcoming regular meeting and provide updates on annexations, zoning cases, and permits. No final action will be taken during this session.
- Discussion of regular meeting agenda items
- Updates on annexations, zoning cases, and permits
- Public comments period (no final action)
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a preliminary plat for a residential subdivision. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from February 3, 2025.
- Preliminary Plat of Wildflower Trails: 112.148 +/- acre residential subdivision with 300 lots, 14 blocks, and 10 tracts at 6224 Jupiter Drive
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider a consent agenda covering routine payments such as the January 2025 pension check register and several professional service invoices. It will also review the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures and a benefit payment request after a retiree's death. Trustees will be sworn in, and nominations and votes for Civilian Board Trustee positions will be taken. Additional discussion items include an upcoming TEXPERS conference and audit updates.
- Approve Pension Check Register for January 2025 – $455,695.72 (Item A)
- Approve JRBT invoice #340999 for audit services – $6,954.00 (Item C)
- Approve Extraco Banks fee for period ending Dec 31 2024 – $11,984.14 (Item E)
- Review and consider approving the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures (Item 3)
- Nominate and vote on Civilian Board Trustee position(s) (Item 6)
Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting
The City of Temple and the Temple Police Association will meet to approve the May 1 2024 minutes and adopt ground rules for their negotiations. They will then present an initial list of issues that may be included in the FY 26 Meet and Confer Agreement. The meeting is open for observation but public participation is limited by the ground rules.
- Approve minutes from the May 1 2024 meet and confer meeting
- Approve ground rules governing the negotiation process
- Present an initial list of issues for possible inclusion in the FY 26 Meet and Confer Agreement
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Citizens’ Police Advisory Commission will consider approval of the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation and discussion of the Annual Bias‑Based Policing Report. Members will tour the Public Safety Training Center’s driving range and Simunition shoot house, and discuss the upcoming events calendar. No final actions will be taken on public comments.
- Consider approval of minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting
- Presentation and discussion of the Annual Bias‑Based Policing Report
- Travel to Public Safety Training Center for tour of driving range and Simunition shoot house
- Discussion of upcoming events calendar
- Public comments (limited to three minutes, no discussion or final action)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts, including sewer rehabilitation and airport terminal repairs. The body is also considering a rezoning request and the addition of six firefighter positions.
- Sewer line rehabilitation for Knob Creek and Little Elm projects up to $6,250,000
- Airport Headquarters Terminal Building aircraft canopy repair for $1,008,991.05
- Purchase of heavy equipment from RDO Equipment Co. for $421,373.04
- Rezoning of 0.040 +/- acres at 2 Woodland Trail from Agricultural to General Retail
- Ordinance to add six Fire Fighter positions
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to review items for the February 6 regular meeting and receive a performance report from the Hill Country Transit District. The session includes an executive session to receive legal advice regarding the potential ramifications of contract termination.
- Performance report presentation from the Hill Country Transit District
- Executive session regarding legal advice on contract termination
Historic Preservation Board Special Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to receive a presentation from consultant SWCA regarding a Historic Resources Survey and participate in hotspot map exercises. No official action is scheduled to be taken by the City Council or other boards.
- Presentation on Historic Resources Survey by SWCA
- Hotspot map exercises
- Meeting at Santa Fe Depot, 315 West Avenue B
Building and Standards Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider the approval of its annual report to the City Council and the minutes from the December 9, 2024, meeting. The body will also review and take possible action on five specific property complaints regarding dwelling and accessory structures.
- Complaint 1288: 1006 E Ave E
- Complaint 1291: 920 E Barton Ave
- Complaint 1301: 105 S 27th St
- Complaint 1302: 4306 Spanish Oak Rd
- Complaint 1303: 1006 E Adams Ave
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a consent agenda item to approve the final plat for the Blackland Ranch Addition Phase 2, a 33.06‑acre residential subdivision with 140 lots. The commission will also hold a public hearing on the final plat for the French Hill Subdivision Replat No. 1, a 48.129‑acre, 257‑lot residential project. No other decisions are scheduled.
- Approve Final Plat of Blackland Ranch Addition Phase 2 (33.06 ± acre, 140‑lot, 6‑block residential subdivision east of S. 5th St. and south of Blackland Rd.)
- Public hearing on Final Plat of French Hill Subdivision Replat No. 1 (48.129 ± acre, 257‑lot, 9‑block residential subdivision, includes developer‑requested UDC exceptions)
- Routine consent agenda items (unspecified) approved by one motion
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The Commission will conduct a work session to discuss items on the February 3 regular meeting agenda. Members will also review the status of active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits.
- Discussion of February 3 regular meeting agenda items
- Status updates on active or completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits
Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board will vote on whether to approve the minutes from its November 19, 2024 meeting. The board will also receive a presentation on housing programs. Members will schedule the next board meeting and hear public comments, which are limited to three minutes and will not be acted upon.
- Approve minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting
- Presentation about housing programs
- Schedule the next Neighborhood Revitalization Advisory Board meeting
- Public comments (no discussion or final action)
- Adjournment
Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Annual Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review the fund’s year‑end performance and actuarial status. Trustees will consider nominations for expiring board positions, appoint an election committee, and vote to fill a trustee seat. Presentations will be given by CAPTRUST, Definiti (Retirement Horizons), and Extraco Bank. No final actions will be taken on public comments.
- Year‑end review presentation by CAPTRUST
- Actuarial position presentation by Definiti (Retirement Horizons)
- Bank presentation by Jake Herndon of Extraco Banks
- Nomination of candidates for expiring board trustee seats
- Appointment of election committee and vote to fill a trustee seat
Central Texas Housing Consortium Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Central Texas Housing Consortium Board will consider several resolutions, including a revised operating budget for the Raintree Apartments for the fiscal year ending September 30 2025. Other items include writing off collection losses, transferring funds between Temple AMP projects, approving a United Way report, and updating bank account signature authorities. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as financial statements and quarterly investment analyses.
- Resolution 1208 – Approve revised operating budget for Raintree Apartments FY ending Sep 30 2025
- Resolution 1206 – Write off collection losses
- Resolution 1207 – Transfer funds from Temple AMP 1 to Temple AMP 3
- Resolution 1210 – Update signature authorities for Temple and Belton Housing Authority bank accounts
- Resolution 1211 – Approve revisions to the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy
Temple Housing Residential Corporation Board of Directors Meeting
The Temple Housing Residential Corporation Board of Directors will meet at Rose Hall to elect officers and approve minutes from the previous year. The board will vote on a Letter of Intent for a United Way of Central Texas 2025 grant.
- Election of Officers
- Approve Minutes from Jan 24, 2024
- Vote on United Way of Central Texas 2025 Grant Letter of Intent
Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance from the Unified Development Code. The board is reviewing a request to reduce the minimum front yard setback to allow for a carport at a residence.
- Public hearing for FY-25-3-VAR: request to reduce front yard setback from 25 feet to 4 feet at 3129 Brykerwood Road
Library Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Temple Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on January 21, 2025. The board will consider approving the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting and the annual report to City Council. They will receive a fiscal year 2025 report and updates from the Director of Libraries and Museums. Public comments will be heard, limited to three minutes, with no board action taken.
- Approve minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting
- Approve the annual report to City Council
- Receive FY 2025 quarterly report and performance updates
Emergency Services Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Emergency Services Advisory Board will consider appointing a new Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming term and review an update to the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The meeting will also include reports on fire services, the 2024 Rescue Elves program, and the FY25 calendar.
- Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes
- Appointment of new Chair and Vice Chair
- FY25 budget update presentation
- Fire & Emergency Management Services Report
- Rescue Elves 2024 Report
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss items for the January 16 regular meeting and receive departmental updates. The session includes presentations on a proposed housing project and legislative priorities. No final actions will be taken during this meeting.
- Presentation on a proposed age restricted tax credit project from Brownstone Affordable Housing, Ltd.
- Review of proposed changes to City Ordinance Code Chapter 8, Emergency Management (Civil Defense)
- Presentation on legislative priorities and policy position papers
- Departmental updates from Purchasing and Facility Services and Planning & Development
City Council Regular Meeting
The Temple City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including contracts for a refuse truck, library software, and police radios, along with ordinances for firefighter positions and zoning changes. The body will also set the date for the May 3, 2025, city election.
- Purchase of 100 traffic signal controllers for $246,000
- Adoption of ordinance adding six firefighter positions
- Approval of rezoning for RV park on 29 acres north of SH-36
- Authorization to purchase downtown Texell office building for $3.3M
- Setting May 3, 2025, election for District 1 and 4 Council seats
CANCELLED - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review and vote on the minutes from its December 10, 2024 meeting. The board will receive a status report from the Temple Youth Baseball Association and a presentation on the career history of Summit Fitness and Recreation Center Program Coordinator LeDea Harris. Departmental updates will be provided for the golf course, parks, recreation, convention center, and administration divisions.
- Approve minutes from the December 10, 2024 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting
- Receive 2024 annual status report from the Temple Youth Baseball Association
- Receive presentation on career history of Summit Fitness and Recreation Center Program Coordinator LeDea Harris
- Departmental updates for Sammons Golf Course, Parks Division, Recreation Division, Mayborn Convention Center, and Administration
Citizen's Police Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Citizen’s Police Advisory Commission will consider approval of the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will hear presentations from Crime Scene Investigator Lauren Brasher and from SWAT Lieutenant Paul Newby. The commission will also discuss the 2025 workplan and the Temple Police Department executive summary, and review the upcoming events calendar.
- Consider approval of minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting
- Presentation and discussion from Crime Scene Investigator Lauren Brasher
- Presentation and discussion on SWAT by Lt. Paul Newby
- Discussion on the 2025 workplan for CPAC
- Presentation and discussion of the Temple Police Department executive summary
Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Airport Advisory Board will consider a recommendation to City Council to award a five‑year bulk fuel and support services contract to AvFuel Corporation for the Draughon‑Miller Central Texas Regional Airport and Temple Executive Air Center. It will also consider renewing a one‑year hangar lease with Cory Rance for Hangar #24 and approve the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting. Public comments will be heard, and the next meeting date will be set.
- Approve minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting
- Recommend awarding a five‑year bulk fuel contract to AvFuel Corporation
- Recommend a one‑year hangar lease renewal with Cory Rance for Hangar #24
- Schedule the next Airport Advisory Board meeting
- Public comments (no action taken)
Temple Firefighters' Relief & Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting
The Temple Firefighters’ Relief & Retirement Fund Board will consider routine consent agenda items, including a $393,208.33 pension check register and a $308.38 MasterCard payment. Individual items include approving the 2024 Statement of Revenues and Expenditures, a refund for Justin Randle, changing the regular meeting day, and contracting DEFINITI LLC for an experience study and actuarial services. The meeting also notes future agenda items such as trustee elections and a January 24 reservation for the annual meeting.
- Approve Pension Check Register for December 2024 – $393,208.33
- Approve MasterCard payment for TEXPER Annual Renewal – $308.38
- Approve Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
- Approve DEFINITI LLC experience study
- Approve DEFINITI LLC actuarial services contract
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land‑use proposals. Items include a rezoning of a 0.040‑acre parcel at 2 Woodland Trail from Agricultural to General Retail, two Conditional Use Permits for recreational‑vehicle parks on parcels north of State Highway 53 and State Highway 36, and a final plat for the Nama’s Temple Townhomes subdivision at 202 S. 41st Street. The commission will consider and recommend action on each item.
- Rezoning of 0.040 acre at 2 Woodland Trail (Agricultural to General Retail) – FY‑24‑32‑ZC
- Conditional Use Permit for a 24.826‑acre RV park north of State Highway 53, east side of Dairy Road – FY‑24‑41‑ZC
- Conditional Use Permit for a 29.00‑acre RV park north of State Highway 36 – FY‑25‑5‑ZC
- Final Plat of Nama’s Temple Townhomes, 1.630‑acre residential subdivision at 202 S. 41st Street – FY‑24‑41‑PLT
Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
The commission will hold a work session to discuss items for the regular meeting on January 6, 2025. The body will also review the status of active or recently completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits. No final action will be taken during this workshop.
- Discussion of Regular Meeting agenda items for January 06, 2025
- Status updates on active or completed annexations, zoning cases, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and building permits