{
 "city": "Ennis",
 "state": "Texas",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/ennistx.gov/",
 "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": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
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   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100639/agendas/2951ef6598e246b7a998c25997c96a48.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100639/"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
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   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100615/agendas/890a4fc9955245668c27f914d601ebcb.pdf",
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   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100615/"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Ennis Arts Commission to discuss Haunted Maze and Bluebonnet Market projects",
   "summary": "The Arts Commission will meet to discuss specific event projects and update its work plan for 2026-2027. The body will also review current and future projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100626/agendas/2bc5b95a21224941a1e6e307a5b54f09.pdf",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Commission to approve $1.018 M lead service line replacement contract",
   "summary": "The Ennis City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including a salary increase for the City Manager and authorizations for contracts such as a $173,406 OpenGov software renewal and a $1,018,055 lead service line replacement project. It will also consider a $45,000 budget amendment for downtown events, a charter amendment presentation, and updates on public improvement districts. Additional agenda items include appointments to various city boards and discussions of water and wastewater projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100533/agendas/bfe449a6c10c42128cbed66ef538e0d9.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100533/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Board will consider adopting the FY 2027 Crime Control Plan and budget",
   "summary": "The Ennis Crime Control and Prevention District Board will vote to approve the minutes from its June 30, 2026 meeting. It will also consider adopting the FY 2027 Crime Control Plan along with the district's budget. The agenda includes a tax impact statement showing the estimated property tax for a median‑valued homestead if the budget is adopted.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100532/agendas/1127746536f547c7b3465038a64a1a9f.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100532/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Notice of possible quorum for Ennis Charter Review Committee",
   "summary": "This document is a notice that a quorum of the Ennis Charter Review Committee may be present during the July 21, 2026, City Commission Meeting. No official action will be taken by the Charter Review Committee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100542/agendas/968f5780d1fa43b6af1bdac7c4e68572.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100542/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Historic Landmark Commission to review five residential modification requests",
   "summary": "The Historic Landmark Commission will consider five requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for residential structures. The body will discuss proposed exterior changes, including new construction, window replacements, and fencing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100529/agendas/7ce00c9eee9949988468db56f6764dde.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100529/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Board to consider forming a Facade Grant Guidelines sub‑committee",
   "summary": "The Kaufman Development District Board will discuss, consider, and act on creating a sub‑committee to develop facade grant guidelines. The meeting includes a citizen comment period, presentations on the Kaufman facade grant program guidelines, and a June financial report. The board will also approve minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting via a consent agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100509/agendas/3d77d0206c2842ad8574f7e1bf78c5ed.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100509/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Charter Review Committee to finalize charter amendment recommendations",
   "summary": "The Ennis Charter Review Committee will consider three agenda items. It will approve the minutes from its July 9, 2026 meeting, review and finalize recommended charter amendments to be presented to the City Commission, and discuss informational sessions and materials for voters. The meeting may be moved to a closed executive session for confidential legal advice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100508/agendas/7ee74954129840d8b777cdfc52b7adce.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100508/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Board will approve minutes and review park project updates",
   "summary": "The Parks and Recreation Board will approve the June 17, 2026 and May 20, 2026 regular meeting minutes. It will receive updates on park projects and a recreation report. The board will also discuss upcoming events in downtown Ennis.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100505/agendas/0ce46617bd9546e2a5ed3617196c9eda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100505/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Ennis Public Library Advisory Board to consider Strategic Plan",
   "summary": "The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the Library Strategic Plan. The board will also review library statistics and upcoming programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100479/agendas/27376014029c4f019319a410b0235531.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100479/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Planning and Zoning Commission to consider 124-acre zoning change for Tranquility Subdivision",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for a 124.289-acre tract at 2200 Country Club Road. The commission will also consider a final plat for a phase of the Prairie View Subdivision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100474/agendas/c6e27067c96d47509d894550054e2d88.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100474/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Keep Ennis Beautiful Board to discuss meeting schedule and community events",
   "summary": "The Keep Ennis Beautiful Board will meet to discuss updating its regular meeting date and time. The board will also consider partnerships for a nature walk and a tree maintenance event.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100475/agendas/eb7917f600aa430d876b1cd36af68fb0.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100475/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Charter Review Committee votes on proposed Home Rule Charter amendments",
   "summary": "The Ennis Charter Review Committee will consider approving the minutes from its June 17 meeting. It will vote on proposed changes to City of Ennis Home Rule Charter Articles 9, 10, 11, and 12. The committee will also review its schedule for upcoming meetings in July.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100415/agendas/ea3ba2f86542469e9e6af4f8ecb6e688.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100415/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "City Commission reviews FY 2027 budget proposals totaling $5.97 million",
   "summary": "The Ennis City Commission will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including an overview of budget development and the calendar for adoption. Commissioners will discuss decision packages and funding requests from multiple funds such as the General Fund, Economic Development Fund, and Water & Sewer Fund. The meeting will also allow public comment on each agenda item before any decisions are made.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100405/agendas/f011b31393934072ae1686e827137d89.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100405/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Ennis City Commission to attend Flagpole Dedication Ceremony",
   "summary": "The Ennis City Commission may have a quorum present at a Flagpole Dedication Ceremony. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and no official action will be taken.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100361/agendas/fabdc6054e7848aba087c611e8bc1b27.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100361/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Ennis Main Street Board to discuss social media and project progress",
   "summary": "The Ennis Main Street Board will meet to receive updates from various city commissions and liaisons. The board will discuss downtown social media, Q2 project progress, and an accreditation self-assessment report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100295/agendas/2962b43e12e349b2a3b4e9d2914a19df.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100295/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Charter Review Committee meeting cancelled; no actions taken",
   "summary": "The Charter Review Committee was scheduled to consider approval of its June 17, 2026 minutes, vote on proposed amendments to Home Rule Charter Articles 9‑12, and review its upcoming meeting schedule. The meeting was cancelled, so no items were acted upon.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100369/agendas/4e989dba67164311a0318ee1c2167dcf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100369/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Arts Commission will discuss upcoming art projects and collaborations",
   "summary": "The Ennis Arts Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss several items. Commissioners will recap the Texas Downtown Workshop and board orientation. They will consider an art painting project tied to the Bluebonnet Market on July 18 and explore a possible collaboration with the Ennis Public Theatre. The commission will also discuss any current and future projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100302/agendas/5b53996421ce420a81c8de184e931812.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100302/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Crime Control and Prevention District to hold budget public hearing",
   "summary": "The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will meet to administer oaths to new members and elect board officers. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100349/agendas/8157d20c414342ea8b1cef403404448d.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100349/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Board to discuss real property at 301 N W Main St and Project Shelter",
   "summary": "The Ennis Economic Development Corporation Board will review the May financial report and approve minutes from recent meetings. It will then enter a closed executive session to deliberate on real property located at 301 N W Main St and on economic development negotiations for Project Shelter. No other actions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100283/agendas/9405a685993a450f8c26f951c6000c61.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100283/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Airport Board reviews project updates and financial report",
   "summary": "The Ennis Airport Advisory Board will hear updates on the airport project, hangar development, land lease terms ordinance, fuel purchasing and pricing policy, and the May financial report. The board will also consider a consent agenda that includes minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100278/agendas/58a315725bd74445a990eb6f55784fa7.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100278/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Zoning Board workshop to discuss its powers, membership, and procedures",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a workshop to review its statutory powers and duties, discuss its organization and membership structure, and consider meeting, hearing, and procedural guidelines. No specific decisions or actions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion and training.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100138/agendas/5d553e86f5da4b43aa11e987f5eef697.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100138/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Board will consider a variance for a detached garage on 2407 Country Club Road",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a 0.851‑acre single‑family residential lot at 2407 Country Club Road. The variance would allow a detached garage to be built within the front and side street setbacks. The board will also approve the minutes from the April 14, 2026 meeting and accept citizen comments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/99959/agendas/d09872719df14623ac22a756190150c3.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/99959/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Commission to consider a zoning change request for a 124‑acre development at 2200 Country Club Road",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the June 8, 2026 meeting minutes and consider two plat applications: a preliminary plat for the Ideal Storage Phase 3 addition (one commercial lot, about 2.94 acres at 2317 and 2319 N Preston St) and a final plat for the Forest Cove addition (one multifamily lot, about 14.448 acres at 1600 W Ennis Ave). The commission will also discuss a tabled zoning change request that seeks to rezone a 124.289‑acre tract at 2200 Country Club Road from Agricultural and Single‑Family Residential to Planned Development, including a concept plan for roughly 86 single‑family lots. A citizen public comment period is provided before these items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/99958/agendas/9f6c35c35c34465a88aa2346fe876170.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/99958/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Kaufman District board meets to review business activity and financial reports",
   "summary": "The Kaufman Development District Board will swear in a new member, review business activity in the Kaufman Street Corridor, and approve the previous month's minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100079/agendas/4611a1aabe12475cb96d07508c4da770.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100079/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Ennis Parks Board to receive project and recreation updates",
   "summary": "The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review updates on parks projects and recreation reports. The agenda includes a project update from Tim Gauna and an update from Keep Ennis Beautiful.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100207/agendas/4168cb87adcd43db8b7e9cccc41888f9.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100207/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Board and Commission Meetings",
   "headline": "Charter Review Committee to vote on proposed charter changes",
   "summary": "The Ennis Charter Review Committee will approve minutes from May and June meetings and vote on proposed changes to Articles 5 through 8 of the Home Rule Charter. The committee will also discuss changes to Articles 9 through 12 and review the schedule for remaining meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ennistx.gov/meetingfiles/100205/agendas/f9911b87680d41828ba3ad4189feb844.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ennistx.gov/events/100205/"
  }
 ]
}