{ "city": "Thorndale", "state": "Texas", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/cityofthorndaletx.org/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "City to consider applying for solid waste grant to lower recycling fees", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will discuss an update on the City Water Supply Project and consider accepting the resignations of Part‑Time Court Clerk Brenda Niemtschk and Public Works Supervisor Jeremy Hoskins. Council members will also review Resolution 26‑10 to seek a solid‑waste grant from the Central Texas Council of Governments to offset residential curbside recycling costs. Additional items include a proposed development and reimbursement agreement with Milam County Emergency Services District No. 1 and appointing an auditor for FY 2025‑2026, with a future contract for the City Administrator to be addressed in executive session.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-34", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "Council to consider repealing and adopting new building codes", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will discuss and possibly act on several ordinances, including repealing Ordinance 2023-14 and adopting new building codes under Ordinance 2026-10. They will also consider repealing an ordinance that updates public safety rules for rocks, guns, and fireworks. A contract with Arch Technical Services, LLC (ATS Engineering, Inspection & Surveyors) may be terminated, and a proposal on golf cart and UTV/RTV street use will be discussed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-33", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06242026-33", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "Thorndale City Council to consider 90-day moratorium on new water connections", "summary": "The City Council will discuss the city water supply project and a potential 90-day moratorium on future water connections. The body will also consider ordinances regarding golf cart use and public safety rules.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-32", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06102026-32", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Thorndale Housing Authority", "headline": "Housing Authority to consider updating its procurement policy", "summary": "The Thorndale Housing Authority commissioners will meet on June 8, 2026 at 306 E Umlang, Thorndale. The agenda includes routine consent items such as minutes, financials, and the Executive Director report, as well as updates on tenant accounts receivable, occupancy, CFP, maintenance, HUD communication, and operations. Commissioners will discuss Resolution 2026-01, which proposes an update to the authority's procurement policy. Public comment will be permitted for up to three minutes per speaker.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-31", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "City Council to vote on speed limit changes on US 79 in school zones", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will discuss and possibly adopt Ordinance 2026-05, which sets new speed limits on US 79 within school zones as recommended by TxDOT. Other items include decisions on the city pool opening, water supply updates, and hiring two part‑time staff members. Several routine reports and resolutions will also be considered under the consent agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05132026-30", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05132026-30", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-13", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "City Council tours Sandow Lakes Ranch to assess development impact", "summary": "The Thorndale Mayor and City Council will meet on April 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. for a tour of Sandow Lakes Ranch at 2590 FM 2116, Rockdale. The purpose is to gather information on the ranch’s development and its impact on Thorndale. No votes or actions will be taken during this meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-29", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "Council to consider police vehicle purchase, employee handbook update, and tech upgrades", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will vote on a resolution to modernize the Employee Handbook for emergency situations. It will also discuss purchasing a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department and acquiring four refurbished Dell Rugged laptops plus security cameras with a monthly monitoring fee for City Hall. Additional items include an update on the City Water Supply Project, disposition of the Senior Citizens Center, and installing a fence at 203 Jenke. Routine reports and a consent agenda will be approved, and personnel matters will be reviewed in executive session.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04082026-28", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04082026-28", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-11", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "City Council to approve 2025 City Audit", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will consider approving the City Audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The council will receive an update on the City Water Supply Project and discuss two subdivision ordinances (Ordinance 2026-01 and Ordinance 2026-03). A request from the Thorndale Volunteer Fire Department for park use, noise and RV variances for its annual Cook‑Off will be considered, along with the resignation of the Municipal Court Clerk and the retirement of a police officer.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03112026-27", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03112026-27", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "Council to consider lease to Pike Enterprises and senior center operations", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will discuss and possibly adopt Resolution 26-02 to approve a lease agreement with Pike Enterprises, LLC for a portion of city property at 602 South Main Street. The council will also consider a direction to the City Secretary on procedures to continue operations of the Thorndale Senior Citizens Center. Both items are scheduled for discussion and possible action at the special meeting on March 3, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-26", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-26", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-02-11", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "City Council to vote on tax changes and a special election", "summary": "The Thorndale City Council will discuss updates to the City Water Supply Project and consider amending the contract with KSA. Council members will review ordinances to subdivide property on Davis Drive and to adjust the 2025‑2026 budget for a county radio system payment. They will also consider appointments to the Economic Development Corporation and Housing Authority, and vote on a resolution and interlocal agreement to hold a joint election on May 2, 2026, along with a special election to change local tax rates.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02112026-25", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02112026-25", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-01-19", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "Thorndale City Council to hold planning workshop on budget", "summary": "The Mayor and City Council will hold a planning session to discuss future financial and budgetary expenses and revenues. No final voting will be conducted and no action will be taken during this workshop.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01192026-24", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-01-14", "body": "Mayor & City Council", "headline": "Thorndale City Council to discuss water plant pumps and water supply project", "summary": "The City Council will consider several financial actions, including equipment sales and fund allocations for emergency services. The body will also discuss updates to the city water supply and inspection services.", "agenda_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01142026-23", "minutes_url": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01142026-23", "source": "https://www.cityofthorndaletx.org/AgendaCenter" } ] }