Elgin public meetings in 2023

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Board is meeting to review a new Main Street America reporting requirement and discuss the Hogeye Festival, including a recap of the past event, planning for 2024, and a new logo. They will also consider marketing and financial assistance grants, form committees, and plan marketing for 2024. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a financial report, plus announcements for upcoming local events.

• Review new Main Street America reporting requirement
• Hogeye Festival recap and 2024 planning, including logo
• Discussion of marketing grants
• Discussion of financial assistance grants
• Marketing plan for 2024

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from November, hear a report from the interim library manager, discuss a collection development policy update on job titles, and set 2024 goals for community outreach, programs, and partnerships.

• Approval of November 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Collection Development Policy update: reclassification of library job titles
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Library Goals: Community Outreach, Programs, Partnerships

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Elgin Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two plats: a final plat for Harvest Ridge Section 4 (145 lots on 23.324 acres) and a preliminary plat for Lund Farms Section 1 (421 lots on 86.84 acres). The commission will also discuss Amendment No. 1 to the Briarwood Development and Consent Agreement in a workshop. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Final plat for Harvest Ridge Section 4, 145 lots on 23.324 acres (Parcel 15378)
• Preliminary plat for Lund Farms Section 1, 421 lots on 86.84 acres (multiple parcels)
• Workshop on Amendment No. 1 to Briarwood Development and Consent Agreement
• Consent agenda includes approval of November 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation Board will consider approving a $10,000 Downtown Business Enhancement Grant for Millies on Main, LLC and a Production Vendor Agreement with The Range. The board will also review the financial report, approve minutes from the November 8th meeting, and receive a status report on the Business Park commercial investment. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property and personnel matters.

• Downtown Business Enhancement Grant for Millies on Main, LLC in the amount of $10,000
• Production Vendor Agreement with The Range
• Approval of minutes from November 8th regular meeting
• Financial report
• Business Park Commercial Investment Status Report

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will hold its December 13, 2023 meeting at the Elgin Public Library to discuss and possibly act on streetscape plans for the 200 Block Depot Street, new construction at 202 Depot Street for the Elgin Police Department, and the ongoing Veterans Memorial Park Expansion. The board will also approve minutes from the November 8 meeting and hear staff updates.

• Streetscape plans for 200 Block Depot Street
• New construction at 202 Depot Street for Elgin Police Department
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion (construction underway)

City Council

The Elgin City Council is meeting to consider a resolution of no objection to a TDHCA tax-credit application for a proposed multi-family development on West Second Street, along with several other resolutions and discussions. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, a signage agreement, professional services fees for the police station project, a change order for County Line Road widening, and fund reallocation for the Pistol Hill water booster station. New business also includes discussion of non-profit support funding, a property exchange, a wastewater line cost-sharing agreement, and setting 2024 meeting dates.

• Resolution of no objection to TDHCA tax credits for 'The Katy' multi-family development on West Second Street
• Resolution authorizing professional services fees with Baird/Williams Construction for Elgin Police Department Station project
• Resolution authorizing Change Order 6 for County Line Road widening project
• Resolution reallocating funds for Pistol Hill Water Booster Station improvements (GLO Grant 22-082-009-D207)
• Property exchange agreement with Tejeda J. Santana for .244-acre and .247-acre tracts

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, hear the librarian's report, and discuss appointing board positions and updating the collection development policy, including reclassifying library job titles. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Appoint board positions: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary
• Update Collection Development Policy
• Reclassification of library job titles
• Librarian's report: monthly statistics, programs & services
• New board member Jaridann Hutcheson

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a replat application for the First Presbyterian Church property, consolidating four parcels into one lot for church use. The agenda also includes swearing in new members, public comment, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Replat First Presbyterian Church: parcels 79185, 49962, 12060, 12058 near North Avenue C and Lexington Road, creating one lot on ~1.08 acres
• Oath of office for David Lanford and Berney Williams
• Public comment period (3-minute limit, in-person only)
• Consent agenda: approval of October 23, 2023 minutes

Main Street Board

The Elgin City Main Street Board will meet on November 16, 2023, to conduct officer elections and discuss new business items including holiday events, a consolidated trash program, and grant opportunities. The board will also review minutes from the October 12 meeting and hear public comments before adjourning.

• Officer elections
• Holiday events planning (including Shop Small Saturday, Winter Luna Market, and Lighted Holiday Parade)
• Consolidated trash program discussion
• Placemaking grant review
• New marketing/financial assistance grants

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation will decide on reimbursing Carr Lane Manufacturing $30,000 for AT&T fiber extension, approve a $2,400 Downtown Business Enhancement Grant for Cham Café, cancel a Letter of Intent with Platinum Holdings, and consider purchasing a property from Trinity Elgin Properties for $425,922.15. The board will also review a loan with Circle Brewing Company LLC.

• Approve $30,000 reimbursement to Carr Lane Manufacturing for AT&T fiber extension into Elgin Business Park
• Approve $2,400 Downtown Business Enhancement Grant for Cham Café
• Cancel Letter of Intent with Platinum Holdings
• Consider purchasing property from Trinity Elgin Properties for $425,922.15
• Review CD loan with Circle Brewing Company LLC

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will discuss and possibly take action on three items: signage for the Police Department building at 204 Depot St, a facade at 310 North Main Street, and new construction for the Veterans Memorial Park Expansion. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and announcements of upcoming community events.

• 204 Depot St - Police Department building signage
• 310 North Main Street facade
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion new construction
• Approve minutes from October 18, 2023
• Announcements: Sip, Shop & Stroll, Veterans Appreciation Parade, Shop Small Saturday, Holiday by the Tracks

City Council

The Elgin City Council will meet to discuss and vote on routine administrative items, including approving minutes from the last meeting, fee waivers, and several contracts for park improvements and street resurfacing. The council will also hear updates from the City Manager, including staffing, compensation, and investment reports, and may discuss economic development negotiations in executive session.

• Consider fee waiver for St. Peters Lutheran Church’s Veterans Memorial Park nativity display (Nov 27–Dec 26, 2023)
• Approve change orders 11 and 12 for Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment Plant projects
• Award fencing, shade structures, playground surfacing, and stage/outdoor classroom contracts for Veterans Memorial Park expansion (Omega II, Playwell, Kompan, Playworks)
• Authorize FY22-23 annual street resurfacing program with Bennett Paving Inc.
• Approve professional service fees with Baird/Williams Construction for Elgin Police Department station project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a replat of lots 7-11 in Elgin Business Park III, Phase III, to create lots 7A, 8A, and 11A. The agenda also includes approval of the August 28, 2023 minutes and administration of the oath of office to commissioners.

• Replat of lots 7-11, Block A, Elgin Business Park III, Phase III (Project #202300113)
• Public hearing on replat establishing lots 7A, 8A, and 11A
• Approval of August 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Oath of office and Statement of Officer for commissioners

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Public Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to approve the minutes from August 24, 2023, and receive reports from the interim librarian. The board will also discuss updates on teen programs, handicap accessibility, and a grant from St. David’s Foundation, and may appoint a chair, vice-chair, and secretary.

• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2023
• Appointment of board officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary)
• Update on Teen and Pre-Teen Programs
• Update on Handicap Push Button System for Library Entrance
• Explore St. David’s Foundation Libraries for Health Grant programming

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, then discuss and possibly act on several signage, public art, and new construction items in the historic district. These include signs for the Elgin Emporium, Millie's on Main, and the Police Department, plus public art, a sidewalk/streetscape project, and a Veterans Memorial Park expansion. The board will also hear public comments and announcements about upcoming community events.

• 112 N Main St: Elgin Emporium signage
• 212 N Main: Millie's on Main signage and public art
• 204 Depot St: Police Department building signage
• 200 Block Depot St: sidewalk and streetscape new construction
• Veterans Memorial Park expansion new construction

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission is holding a special meeting to administer the oath of office to all members and to consider the consent agenda, which includes approving the August 7, 2023, minutes. No other substantive items are listed. The agenda is largely procedural.

• Oath of Office for all members
• Approval of August 7, 2023, minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation (EDC) holds its regular meeting to review financial reports, discuss a potential amendment to a real estate contract with Cullen Texas Health, receive project updates, and conduct an executive session on real property matters. No formal decisions are listed beyond the approval of prior minutes.

• Welcome new board member Irina Cortinas
• Possible action to approve amendment to Real Estate Contract with Cullen Texas Health
• Executive session to discuss real property matters and personnel

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, presentations, and consent agenda items. Key actions include authorizing professional services fees for the police department station project, approving a change order for the County Line Road widening project, and nominating persons for appraisal district boards. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Hogeye Festival weekend and an annual audit report presentation.

• Resolution authorizing City Manager to approve professional services fees with Baird/Williams Construction for Elgin Police Department Station Project
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to approve professional services fees with FGM Architects for Elgin Police Department Station Project
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to execute Change Order Number 5 for County Line Road Widening Project
• Proclamation recognizing October 26-28 as Hogeye Festival Weekend
• Nominations for Bastrop and Travis Central Appraisal District Boards of Directors

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Library Advisory Board is holding an appreciation gathering at the Elgin Public Library Annex Council Chambers. The event may draw a quorum of other city boards, commissions, or committees, but no official actions will be taken unless items are listed on a separate agenda.

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Main Street budget, the Hogeye Festival and its budget (including souvenirs, T-shirts, and kids activities), marketing grants, and financial assistance grants. The board will also receive public comments, approve minutes, and hear a financial report.

• Main Street Budget discussion and possible action
• Hogeye Festival budget, souvenirs, T-shirts, kids activities update
• Marketing grants discussion
• Financial assistance grants discussion
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation will review financial reports, recognize 15 years of service from board member Molly Alexander, and discuss a new EDC website. The board may approve two payments: $28,750 to Southside Market for turn-lane construction costs on Highway 290 and $108,062 to Carr Lane Manufacturing for employing 65 full-time workers.

• Approve $28,750 payment to Southside Market for turn-lane construction on Highway 290
• $108,062 payment to Carr Lane Manufacturing for employing 65 full-time employees
• Presentation of plaque to Molly Alexander for 15 years of service
• Discussion on new EDC website
• Executive session for real property and personnel matters

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the proposed FY2023-24 annual budget and tax rate. The meeting also includes proclamations, quarterly reports from city boards, and routine administrative actions like street closures and fee waivers.

• Public hearing and vote on FY2023-24 annual budget
• Public hearing and vote on FY2023-24 tax rate
• Approval of strategic partnership agreement with Lund Farm Municipal Utility District
• Adoption of Downtown Elgin consolidated trash collection pilot program
• Street closures for Elgin ISD Homecoming Parade on September 20, 2023

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Main Street budget, the Hogeye Festival and its budget, marketing grants, and financial assistance grants. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.

• Discussion and possible action on Main Street Budget
• Discussion and possible action on Hogeye Festival & Budget, including souvenirs, online sales with Downhome Ranch, T-shirts, and kids activities
• Discussion and possible action on Marketing Grants
• Discussion and possible action on Financial Assistance Grants
• Announcements: September Sip, Shop, & Stroll on September 14th; Hogeye Committee Meeting on September 20th; Elgin Public Library Fall Festival on October 5th

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider three items: a final plat for Brickston Subdivision Phase 1A (2 lots on 75 acres), a variance for a 1-acre flag lot at 114 Pistol Hill Lane, and a re-plat for Sacred Heart Catholic Church Subdivision (1 lot on ~10.36 acres). The consent agenda includes approval of the July 24, 2023 minutes. No other major actions are listed.

• Final plat for Brickston Subdivision Phase 1A, 2 lots on 75 acres, west of Poth Tract and north of US Highway 290
• Subdivision variance from Sec. 36-202 for a 1-acre flag lot at 114 Pistol Hill Lane, Bastrop County
• Re-plat for Sacred Heart Catholic Church Subdivision, 1 lot on ~10.36 acres near W. 11th Street and N Avenue C
• Consent agenda: approval of July 24, 2023 minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including a planned development district review, a playground at Thomas Memorial Park, recurring private rentals, and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. The board will also receive updates on various park projects and programs. No formal action is expected on items not on the agenda.

• Planned Development District Review
• Thomas Memorial Park Playground
• Recurring Private Rentals
• Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion Update

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone approximately 10.36 acres from R-1 Single-Family to PDD Planned Development District, located near the intersection of W. 11th Street and N. Avenue C. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including contracts for the police station project, a billboard lease, a library policy, a 9-1-1 GIS interlocal agreement, a veterans memorial park expansion, and agreements with Lund Farms MUD for water and wastewater services. Additionally, they will set a proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2023-2024 and schedule public hearings on it.

• Rezone 10.3635 acres from R-1 to PDD near W. 11th St. and N. Ave. C (public hearing and ordinance)
• Resolution authorizing professional services fees with Baird/Williams Construction for Elgin Police Department Station project
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Cecilia Whitley for billboard lease at Hwy. 290 and 11th Street
• Resolution approving development and consent agreement with Lund Farm Investment LLC and Lund Farm MUD, plus wholesale water and wastewater service agreements
• Resolution to set 2023 property tax rate not exceeding no-new-revenue or voter-approval rate, with public hearings on Sept. 5 and 19, 2023

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a city manager's report, a consent agenda, and new business. The most consequential item is a resolution approving a real estate contract between the Elgin Economic Development Corporation and Mosaic Housing Austin, LLC. The council will also hear a presentation on the proposed FY2023-24 operating budget and review the annual street improvements program.

• Resolution approving real estate contract between Elgin EDC and Mosaic Housing Austin, LLC
• Presentation of proposed FY2023-24 annual operating budget
• Review of annual street improvements program
• Request by Sacred Heart Catholic Church to waive open container ordinance and allow live music during Fiesta on Sept 2-3
• Resolutions authorizing professional services fees for Elgin Police Department station project with Baird/Williams Construction and FGM Architects

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Public Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear a report from the interim librarian, and discuss possible action on the collection development policy and teen programming. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2023
• Report from Interim Librarian on monthly statistics and programs
• Discussion and possible action on Collection Development Policy draft
• Discussion on Teen Programming

City Council

The Elgin City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter executive session to consult with legal counsel about pending litigation, Stephanie Lippke v. Thomas L. Mattis, Cause Number 2029-21 in the 21st Judicial District, Bastrop County, Texas. After reconvening in open session, the council may take action related to the litigation, including considering a joint declaration on the case. The agenda is otherwise limited to procedural items.

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Stephanie Lippke v. Thomas L. Mattis, Cause Number 2029-21
• Possible action on litigation after reconvening
• Consideration of a joint declaration of the City Council regarding the Lippke v. Mattis case

Public Safety Advisory Committee

The Public Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an update on the new police station building, approve the April 20, 2023 meeting minutes, and consider filling the secretary position with a committee member. Public comment is allowed on agenda and non-agenda items, with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Status update on new police station building
• Approval of April 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Request to fill secretary position by a committee member

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Main Street budget, the Hogeye Festival and its budget, and marketing and financial assistance grants. The board will also receive a financial report and hear public comments. The meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2023, at Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant.

• Discussion and possible action on Main Street Budget
• Discussion and possible action on Hogeye Festival and Budget
• Discussion and possible action on Marketing Grants
• Discussion and possible action on Financial Assistance Grants
• Announcements: Sidewalk Dedication July 21, Sip Shop & Stroll August 10, Hogeye Committee Meeting August 16

Board of Adjustment

The Elgin Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a zoning variance request for the Elgin Family Medical Center at 209 E. 2nd St. The board will hold a public hearing and may vote on reducing the minimum onsite parking requirement to zero spaces. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Zoning variance request (Project #202300073) to reduce onsite parking to zero spaces at 209 E. 2nd St. (Elgin Family Medical Center)
• Public hearing scheduled for variance request

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance for a specific use permit to expand a day care center at 700 Bull Run and modify its parking lot layout. The council will also consider adopting the 2023 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, approving a service agreement with Bastrop County for police dispatching, and discussing several reports including the Thomas Park Phase 1 improvements and a possible noise ordinance waiver for the police station project.

• Public hearing and ordinance for specific use permit to expand day care center at 700 Bull Run (Sopko & Keeling Subdivision, Lots 1 & 2)
• Resolution to adopt 2023 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution to approve service agreement with Bastrop County for police dispatching services
• Consideration of ad hoc committee recommendation for Thomas Park Phase 1 improvements
• Consideration to waive noise ordinance limitations for August for Elgin Police Department Station project

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve May 2023 minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss two new business items: a Planned Development District review and Thomas Memorial Park improvements. No formal action is listed for these items, only discussion and possible action.

• Planned Development District review
• Thomas Memorial Park improvements
• Approval of May 2023 minutes
• Citizen communication (3-minute limit)

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Public Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear a report from the interim librarian, and discuss old business including an evening book club and teen programs. The board will also discuss and possibly take action on the Collection Development Policy.

• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023
• Report from Interim Librarian on monthly statistics and programs
• Discussion of new Evening Book Club for Adults
• Update on teen program goals
• Discussion and possible action on Collection Development Policy

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will meet to review and potentially approve a sign application for Elgin Meadery at 109 Central Avenue. The board will also discuss updates on the Elgin Police Department building construction, Depot Street streetscape, and Veterans Memorial Park expansion.

• 109 Central Avenue sign application for Elgin Meadery (6" x 3" window sign)
• Elgin Police Department Building new construction update at 204 Depot Street
• 200 Block Depot Street Streetscape discussion
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion new construction update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider final plats for two Trinity Ranch subdivisions (Phase 1 Section 3 with 207 lots, and Phase 2 Section 1 with a school site) and a preliminary plat for Primavesta Subdivision with 864 lots. They will also consider a specific use permit for a day care expansion at 700 Bull Run and workshop a rezoning for Sacred Heart PDD. The consent agenda includes approval of the May 22, 2023 minutes.

• Final plat for Trinity Ranch Phase 1, Section 3: 207 lots on 32.507 acres
• Final plat for Trinity Ranch Phase 2, Section 1: ROW for Grist Mill Ln., extend Swenson Blvd. ROW, add school site on 24.13 acres
• Preliminary plat for Primavesta Subdivision: 864 lots (838 single-family) on 191.13 acres at Shenandoah Tr. & FM 1100 and Ave F & SH 95
• Specific use permit for day care expansion at 700 Bull Run (modifying Ordinance 2019-04-02-07)
• Workshop on Sacred Heart PDD rezoning

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a worksession following its regular meeting to discuss the proposed 2023 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. This is a discussion item only, with no formal action scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion of proposed 2023 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation will discuss and possibly approve a Destination Entertainment Incentive, a Real Estate Agreement with Mosaic Housing Austin LLC, and a Downtown Business Enhancement Grant for the Lightening Bar. The board will also review the financial report and project updates, and may enter executive session for real property and personnel matters.

• Destination Entertainment Incentive
• Real Estate Agreement with Mosaic Housing Austin LLC
• Downtown Business Enhancement Grant for the Lightening Bar
• Approval of minutes from April 12, 2023
• Financial report

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone a 52.76-acre tract between Carlson Ln. and Carlson Rd. from R-1 (single-family) to R-2 (single-family and duplex). The council will also vote on several resolutions for park improvements, street repairs, and other routine items, and will elect a Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Rezone 52.76 acres (Travis Co. parcels 358800, 358801, 358802) from R-1 to R-2
• Resolution authorizing agreement with TxDOT for temporary closure of state right of way
• Resolution authorizing professional services fees with FGM Architects for Elgin Police Department station project
• Resolution authorizing agreement with RDC Paving for four street repairs (winter storm Mara)
• Resolutions for playground construction and surfacing at Morris Memorial Park, and new entrance/parking at Thomas Memorial Park

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Public Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to receive the interim librarian’s monthly report, including statistics, programs, and grant updates, and to discuss a possible update to the library’s collection development policy. No formal decisions are scheduled.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a planned development district review, Morris Memorial Playground, and a public art opportunity. The agenda also includes informational updates on the Veterans Memorial Park expansion, recreation center and park updates, and upcoming events. Citizen comments are limited to three minutes.

• Planned Development District Review
• Morris Memorial Playground
• Public Art Opportunity
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion Update
• Recreation Center and Park Updates

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will review and possibly act on downtown overlay paving material rules, a patio seating application for the Lightnin' Bar and Elgin Meadery at 107 Central Avenue, a sign application for Smith's BBQ at 109 Central Avenue, and updates on new construction at 202 Depot Street and Veterans Memorial Park. The board will also approve minutes from February and April meetings.

• Review of Sec. 46-394 Downtown Overlay paving materials
• 107 Central Avenue outdoor seating for Lightnin' Bar and Elgin Meadery
• 109 Central Avenue sign application for Smith's BBQ
• 202 Depot Street Elgin Police Department new construction update
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion new construction update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request for a 52.76-acre tract between Carlson Ln. and Carlson Rd. from single-family (R-1) to single-family and duplex (R-2) zoning. They will also review and discuss a development agreement for Lund Farms in a workshop session. The consent agenda includes approval of the April 24, 2023 minutes.

• Rezoning of 52.76 acres (Travis County parcels 358800, 358801, 358802) from R-1 to R-2
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items
• Consent agenda: approval of April 24, 2023 minutes
• Workshop: review of Lund Farms Development Agreement

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a zoning ordinance update, a rezoning of land at 13708 County Line Rd from R-1 to C-3, a strategic partnership agreement with Primavista Land Company, and annexation of a 0.511-acre tract. The council will also canvass the May 6 general election results, approve an accessory dwelling unit ordinance, and authorize contracts for a water booster station and emergency generator design. A proclamation for Historic Preservation Month and discussion of a traffic detour plan are also on the agenda.

• Rezone 4.096 acres at 13708 County Line Rd from R-1 to C-3
• Annex 0.511-acre tract in Travis County
• Approve accessory dwelling unit ordinance
• Authorize agreement with IECONI for Pistol Hill Water Booster Station improvements (GLO grant)
• Canvass May 6 general election results

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the Main Street and Hogeye budgets, consider Main Street Marketing Grant applications, and plan a board training and retreat. Public comment is allowed on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Main Street Budget review
• Hogeye Budget review
• Main Street Marketing Grant Applications
• Board Training and Planning Retreat

Library Advisory Board

The Elgin Public Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear the director's report on statistics, programs, and grants, and discuss old and new business. Key items include announcing the text for the Al Guerrero Memorial Board Room plaque and setting a dedication date, as well as creating goals for the Long-Range Plan based on teen survey results and receiving training updates for a new Collection Development Policy.

• Announce plaque text for Al Guerrero Memorial Board Room (Room 114)
• Set date for plaque dedication ceremony
• Create goals/objectives for Long-Range Plan using Teen Needs Assessment and Teen Night Friday survey results
• Update on grants: E-Rate, Tocker, Texas Methodist Foundation, St. David's Foundation Libraries for Health
• Training update from Texas State Library and Archives Commission for Collection Development Policy

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several resolutions, including strategic partnership and development agreements with Primavista Land Company, cost-sharing agreements with Brightland Homes for water and wastewater lines in Creeks Crossing, a bid award for Water Well No. 17, and a change order for the wastewater treatment plant expansion. The council will also discuss the FY2023-24 budget calendar and receive reports on winter storm debris collection and investments.

• Public hearing on Strategic Partnership Agreement with Primavista Land Company, LLC
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to approve professional services fees with FGM Architects for Elgin Police Department station project
• License agreement with GRBK Edgewood, LLC for Trinity Ranch signage
• Cost sharing agreements with Brightland Homes for water distribution and wastewater collection main lines in Creeks Crossing
• Bid award for Water Well No. 17 construction to Hydro Resources-Mid Continent Inc. of Creedmoor, Texas

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will consider several applications for changes to historic properties, including new signs, facade repairs, a sidewalk dining area, and updates on new construction projects. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and hear public comments.

• Sign application for ETX Travel at 104 N Main St, including a blade sign and window signage
• Facade application for canopy replacement at 104 N Main St
• Sign and bench application for Lo-Fi Coffee House & Studio at 30 N Main St
• Facade and sign applications for The Painted Raven at 115 Central Ave, including brick repair and painting
• Sidewalk dining application for Chemn Cafe at 114 N Main St

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development items, including preliminary and final plats for Ella Estates, a final plat for Briarwood Phase 1, a subdivision variance for a flag lot, a rezoning request on County Line Road, and an ordinance amending zoning regulations for accessory dwelling units. The consent agenda includes approval of the March 27, 2023 minutes.

• Preliminary and final plats for Ella Estates: 7 lots on 10.733 acres at VFW Road and Ella Ln.
• Final plat for Briarwood Phase 1: 236 lots on 46.878 acres near Neidig Elementary and ACC off County Line Rd.
• Subdivision variance for a 4.179-acre flag lot (Worthy Subdivision, BCAD #8728395).
• Rezoning from R-1 to C-3 at 13708 County Line Rd. (Travis CAD parcel 815585).
• Ordinance amending Ch. 46 zoning for accessory dwelling units.

Public Safety Advisory Committee

The Elgin Public Safety Advisory Committee will hear a chief’s update on the new police station building, an intersection safety review, and training compliance. Guest speakers from emergency management and school safety will present. The committee will also consider filling a secretary position.

• Status update on new police station building
• Intersection of S. Main Street @ Harris Street safety review
• Guest speakers: Levi Bannigan, Chad Haas, James Altgelt, Matthew West
• Request to fill secretary position by a committee member

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting at Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant to review financial reports, discuss new business including the Hogeye Festival sponsorship levels, Veterans Park expansion updates, and grant applications for Main Street improvement and marketing projects.

• Add Hogeye Festival sponsor level
• Veterans Park Expansion Update
• Main Street Marketing Grant Applications
• Main Street Improvement Grant Applications
• Parklet Pilot

City Council

The Elgin City Council regular meeting scheduled for April 18, 2023, at 6:30 PM was canceled. The next meeting is set for May 2, 2023.

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation board will hold its regular meeting to discuss and possibly approve several economic development items, including a downtown business enhancement grant, a restaurant and destination incentive, a letter of intent from Platinum Holdings, and paying off a loan to First National Bank. The board will also review the financial report and project updates, and may enter executive session to discuss real property and personnel matters.

• Downtown Business Enhancement Grant
• Restaurant and Destination Incentive
• Letter of Intent from Platinum Holdings
• Pay off loan to First National Bank
• Financial report and project updates

City Council

The Elgin City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including contract amendments and awards for the new police department station, a water treatment plant emergency generator project, a tax freeze for disabled or elderly homeowners, and annexation of two tracts of land. The meeting also includes reports from advisory boards and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Resolution authorizing contract amendment with Baird/Williams Construction for Bid Package 1 of the new police station
• Resolution authorizing contract with Baird/Williams Construction for Bid Package 2 of the new police station
• Resolution awarding bid for water treatment plant emergency generator to Alterra Power Systems
• Ordinance establishing ad valorem tax limitation for residential homestead owners who are disabled or 65+
• Ordinances annexing 12.04 acres and 4.00 acres in Bastrop County and assigning to Ward 1

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed new police station, including potential expenditures, infrastructure needs, operations, and functions. No formal votes are scheduled; this is an informational discussion.

• Review of new Elgin Police Department station plans and expenditures
• Discussion of infrastructure needs for the police station project
• Examination of operational and functional requirements for the new station

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Elgin Planning & Zoning Commission will hear public testimony and vote on five plats and one variance that together propose 212 new residential lots on 124.39 acres. The meeting also includes a workshop on a development agreement for the Graham Tract and proposed changes to the zoning code for accessory dwelling units.

• Final plat for Trinity Ranch Phase 2, Section 1: 7 lots on 24.13 acres, extend Swenson Blvd. ROW, add school site
• Preliminary and final plats for Ella Estates: 14 total lots on 10.733 acres at VFW Road & Ella Lane
• Preliminary plat for Eagles Landing Phase 5: 161 lots on 26.77 acres south of Carlson Lane
• Subdivision variance at 1011 Old McDade Rd. to create a 1.942-acre flag lot
• Preliminary plat for Burleson Creek Estates: 30 lots on 52.814 acres east of Red Town Rd.

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board is holding its regular business meeting, where it will discuss Hogeye sponsorships and a board training and planning retreat. The agenda also includes announcements about Music in the Park and Explore Elgin Art & Culture. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion of Hogeye sponsorships
• Board training and planning retreat
• Music in the Park every Friday in April and May
• Explore Elgin Art & Culture on May 6th

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from January 2022, discuss new business including playground replacement and annual goals, and receive updates on park projects. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation will discuss and possibly vote on a new website contract, a new economic development program, a second amendment to a real estate contract with Cullen Health, and new business incentive programs. The board will also receive a financial report and project updates.

• Possible approval of contract to construct and maintain new EDC website
• Possible approval of new economic development program
• Possible second amendment to Real Estate Contract with Cullen Health
• Possible approval of new business incentives programs
• Financial report from Finance Director Belen Pena

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three related ordinances: one amending the zoning code to add a Downtown Overlay District and remove historic preservation sections, one adding a new Chapter 50 on historic preservation, and one creating a Historic Review Board. They will also consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a second amendment to a development agreement with Clayton Properties Group (Brohn Homes) and the Altessa Municipal Utility District, and an ordinance canceling the May 6, 2023 general election for Wards 1, 3, and 4 due to unopposed candidates. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and a resolution authorizing professional services fees with FGM Architects for the Elgin Police Department station project.

• Public hearing and ordinance to amend Chapter 46 Zoning, adding Downtown Overlay District (Sec. 46-500, Division 11) and deleting Sec. 46-394 and Article VI Historic Preservation
• Public hearing and ordinance to add Chapter 50 Historic Preservation
• Public hearing and ordinance to add Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 6 Historic Review Board
• Resolution authorizing mayor to execute second amendment to development and consent agreement with Clayton Properties Group (Brohn Homes) and Altessa MUD
• Ordinance canceling May 6, 2023 general election for Wards 1, 3, and 4 due to unopposed candidates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a sweeping ordinance amending numerous sections of the city's zoning code, including deleting the Historic Preservation article and adding a new Downtown Overlay District. The consent agenda includes approval of the January 23, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comments are limited to three minutes for non-agenda items.

• Ordinance amending 30+ sections of Chapter 46 Zoning
• Deletes Sec. 46-394 and Article VI Historic Preservation
• Adds Sec. 46-10 through 46-12 and Sec. 46-500, Division 14 Downtown Overlay District
• Public hearing on zoning code changes
• Consent agenda: approval of January 23, 2023 minutes

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on several sign, facade, and construction applications for properties in the historic district, including a new police department building. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.

• Veterans Park Expansion discussion
• Sign application for Elgin Café & BBQ at 102 S. Main Street
• Sign and facade applications for 104 N Main Street (ETX Travel and canopy)
• Facade application for 14 N Main Street (awning)
• New construction for Elgin Police Department at 202 Depot Street

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold a public hearing on its 2021 CDBG program and consider several resolutions, including authorizing contracts for the new police department station and a SCADA improvement project. The consent agenda includes requests to close streets and waive fees for various parades and festivals. The meeting also includes reports from the city manager and a proclamation for Scout Day.

• Public hearing on 2021 Texas CDBG Community Development Contract #7220042
• Resolution authorizing Construction Manager at Risk contract with Baird/Williams Construction for new police station
• Resolution authorizing contract amendment for Bid Package 1 Guaranteed Maximum Price for police station
• Resolution approving contract for TDA City Wide SCADA Improvement Project
• Consent agenda: street closures and fee waivers for Juneteenth, Western Days, Veterans Appreciation Parade, Lighted Christmas Parade, Music in the Park, and Relay for Life

Main Street Board

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including the Hogeye Festival, Veterans Park expansion, and grant applications for marketing and improvements. They will also receive updates from committees and consider a parklet pilot program. The meeting is open to the public with a comment period.

• Hogeye Festival discussion
• Veterans Park Expansion update
• Main Street Marketing Grant Applications
• Main Street Improvement Grant Applications
• Parklet Pilot discussion

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will meet to consider several items, including a proposed expansion of Veterans Memorial Park, a sign application for G&M Dry Goods at 20 N Main Street, and new construction for the Elgin Police Department at 202 Depot Street. The board will also approve minutes from its January 26 meeting and hear public comments.

• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion discussion
• Sign application for G&M Dry Goods at 20 N Main Street
• New construction for Elgin Police Department at 202 Depot Street
• Approval of January 26, 2023 minutes
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a public art policy, a public art donation, and a planned development district review. They will also receive updates on the Veterans Memorial Park expansion and recreation operations. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen communication.

• Public Art Policy discussion
• Public Art Donation discussion
• Planned Development District Review
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion Update
• Recreation Center and Park Operations Updates

Historic Review Board

The Elgin Historic Review Board will discuss and possibly act on several applications for modifications to historic properties, including a facade awning at 14 N Main Street, sign applications for The Lightnin' Bar at 109 Central Avenue and G&M Dry Goods at 20 N Main Street, and zoning code updates relocating the board's ordinance sections. The board will also review plans for new construction at the Elgin Police Department, 202 Depot Street. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and announcements of upcoming community events.

• 14 N Main Street facade application for a pole-supported canopy awning
• 109 Central Avenue sign application for The Lightnin' Bar (painted window signage)
• 20 N Main Street sign application for G&M Dry Goods
• Ordinance zoning code updates moving Historic Review Board sections
• 202 Depot Street Elgin Police Department new construction plans

Public Safety Advisory Committee

The Public Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an update on the new police department station building and to discuss the intersection of S. Main Street and Harris Street. They will also consider approving the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting. No formal action is expected on items not on the agenda.

• Status update on new Police Department Station Building
• Discussion of intersection at S. Main Street and Harris Street
• Approval of October 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a public art policy, a public art donation, and a planned development district review. The agenda also includes updates on the Veterans Memorial Park expansion and recreation operations. No major decisions are listed beyond these discussion items.

• Public Art Policy discussion
• Public Art Donation discussion
• Planned Development District Review
• Veterans Memorial Park Expansion Update
• Recreation Center and Park Operations Updates

City Council

The Elgin City Council will meet to discuss and vote on routine and non-controversial items, including infrastructure repairs, nonprofit funding, and new purchasing policies. The meeting includes a proclamation, staff reports, and a consent agenda for self-explanatory items.

• Approve repairs to Elm Creek Lift Station Force Main with CSA Construction, Inc.
• Authorize professional services fees with FGM Architects for the new Elgin Police Department Station project
• Adopt a new Procurement/Purchasing Policy & Procedures Manual and Petty Cash policy
• Review distribution of FY2022-23 Community Non-Profit Support Funding
• Declare March 1, 2023, as Mary Christian Burleson Day in Elgin

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation Board is holding a retreat to review its 2023 Plan of Work. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss real property matters and personnel, then reconvene in open session to consider any related action.

• Review of 2023 Plan of Work
• Executive session on real property (sales, acquisitions, leases, incentives) per Texas Gov't Code 551.072
• Executive session on personnel matters per Texas Gov't Code 551.074
• Possible action on items from executive session

Economic Development Corporation

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve minutes from the December 2022 meeting, receive a financial report, and vote on the 2023 meeting schedule, annual Plan of Work, and a one-year extension of a real estate listing agreement with CBRE. The board will also discuss project updates and hold an executive session for real property and personnel matters.

• Vote to approve 2023 meeting schedule
• Vote to approve 2023 Plan of Work
• Vote to extend CBRE listing agreement to September 13, 2023
• Receive financial report from EDC Director
• Discuss project updates

City Council

The Elgin City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone a 0.602-acre parcel from R-2 to C-2, and to amend subdivision and site development regulations regarding parkland standards. They will also vote on resolutions to convert part-time library and rec center staff to full-time, and to appoint an interim city attorney. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and reports.

• Rezone parcel 12934 (Smith, J.S., Lot 86) from R-2 to C-2 General Commercial
• Amend Chapter 36 Subdivisions and Chapter 48 Site Developments parkland standards
• Resolution converting 2 part-time library clerks to 1 full-time, and 2 part-time rec staff to 1 full-time
• Resolution appointing Mark J. Schroeder as interim city attorney
• Proclamations for Elgin Black Icons Mural Dedication Day and MLK Jr. Day