Dayton public meetings in 2024

City Council

The council will consider several actions, including approving the October finance reports and meeting minutes. They will vote on a zoning map amendment to change the property at 4545 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to Industrial. Other items include authorizing road closures, adopting festival dates for the 2025 Ole Tyme Days Festival, and approving contracts for a fiber relocation project and a disaster recovery program. The meeting also includes closed‑session discussions on economic development, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance No. O2024-28 rezoning 4545 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to Industrial.
• Resolution No. R2024-91 authorizing the Dayton Police Chief to approve road closures on city streets.
• Resolution No. R2024-94 contracting with Global Fiber Works for the US Hwy 90 Fiber Relocation Project.
• Resolution No. R2024-96 rejecting all bids for the Waring to N Colbert repavement project and directing a rebid.
• Resolution No. R2024-100 approving a contract for administrative services for the Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program funded by the Texas General Land Office.

The Dayton City Council voted 4-1 to terminate the City Manager with cause and appointed Derek Woods as Interim City Manager with a $1,950 monthly stipend. The council also approved a zoning change for an industrial site, a development agreement for a ~1,000-home subdivision, and several other resolutions. One item, the DayNet vehicle purchase, was tabled.

• Terminated City Manager with cause; named Derek Woods Interim City Manager with $1,950/month stipend (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-28: rezone 4545 FM 1960 from RA to Industrial with site plan (4-1)
• Approved Resolution R2024-105: development agreement with M/I Homes for ~1,000 homes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2024-106: utility agreement with M/I Homes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2024-92: Dayton Ole Tyme Days Festival dates April 11-13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution R2024-93: DayNet vehicle purchase until next month (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2024-94: $149,126.44 contract with Global Fiber Works for fiber relocation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2024-96: rejected bids for Waring to N Colbert repavement, authorized rebid (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning amendment for a property on FM 1960 and a contract for the Waco St. Extension Project. The body will also review agreements related to Dayton Public Improvement District No. 6 and a grant application for the 2025-2026 Community Development Fund.

• Ordinance O2024-28: Zoning change from Rural/Agricultural to Industrial for 4545 FM 1960
• Resolution R2024-84: Contract with Carter Construction for Waco St. Extension Project
• Resolution R2024-83: Texas Community Development Block Grant application for 2025-2026
• Resolution R2024-85 and R2024-86: Development and Professional Services Agreements for Dayton Public Improvement District No. 6
• Resolutions R2024-89 and R2024-88: Closure of Church St. on October 26 and 27

The Dayton City Council approved several resolutions, including submitting a $750,000 CDBG grant application, contracting with Carter Construction for the Waco St. Extension, and authorizing development agreements with Forestar for Public Improvement District No. 6. A zoning change for 4545 FM 1960 was tabled, and a motion to authorize the city manager to negotiate a lease agreement was denied.

• Approved Resolution R2024-83 for CDBG grant application ($750,000, 10% match) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-84 contracting Carter Construction for Waco St. Extension (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-89 for Church St. closure on Oct 26 for Trunk or Treat (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-88 for Church St. closure on Oct 27 for Fall Festival (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-77 to use PEG funds for Live Cast streaming (4-1, Headrick nay)
• Approved Resolution R2024-90 appointing Smikal as HGAC representative, Barton as alternate (4-1, Barton nay)
• Approved Resolution R2024-87 declaring surplus equipment and contracting with Rene' Bates Auctioneers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-85 and R2024-86 for development agreements with Forestar (3-0)

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a special called meeting to deliberate personnel matters regarding the City Manager in a closed executive session. No public action is listed on the agenda beyond possible follow-up after the closed session.

The Dayton City Council voted unanimously to place City Manager Kimberly Judge on paid administrative leave pending an investigation, and named Deputy City Manager Derek Woods as acting city manager. The decision followed a closed executive session and public comments from residents supporting Judge. The motion passed 5-0, with Mayor Martin Mudd absent.

• Approved placing City Manager Kimberly Judge on paid administrative leave pending investigation (5-0)
• Approved naming Deputy City Manager Derek Woods as acting City Manager (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a planning workshop to review and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget.

• Review and discussion of 2024-2025 Proposed Budget

The City Council held a workshop to review and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget. Council requested changes before the final budget is presented at the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on the budget. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 PM.

• Reviewed and discussed 2024-2025 proposed budget
• Requested changes to budget before final presentation
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Dayton City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including adopting the FY 2024‑25 budget, setting the ad valorem tax rate, and approving a zoning map amendment for a property on FM 1960. Additional items include a conditional use permit for an office with semi‑trailer parking at 12615 Hwy 146, a resolution to change the Colbert & Young intersection to a 4‑way stop, and a name change for the Dayton Community Center. The meeting also includes public hearings on the FY 2024‑25 budget and the proposed property tax rate of $0.659832716 per $100 of taxable value.

• Ordinance O2024‑27: Zoning map amendment changing property on FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial
• Resolution R2024‑82: Conditional use permit for office with semi‑trailer parking at 12615 Hwy 146
• Ordinance O2024‑24: Adoption of FY 2024‑25 city budget
• Ordinance O2024‑25: Adoption of ad valorem tax rate $0.659832716 per $100 taxable value
• Resolution R2024‑80: Change Colbert & Young intersection to a 4‑way stop

The council approved the FY 2024-25 budget with amendments providing 3% COLA for staff earning $50,000 or less, 2% for those earning $50,001-$100,000, and no COLA for those over $100,000, excluding police. The budget uses the no-new-revenue tax rate, and the council also adopted the property tax rate of $0.659832716 per $100 valuation. The vote was 4-1, with Sarah Vickery dissenting.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budget with tiered COLA raises (4-1)
• Adopted ad valorem tax rate of $0.659832716 per $100 (4-1)
• Approved zoning change to General Commercial for indoor batting cage (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for office with semi-trailer parking (5-0)
• Denied 4-way stop at Colbert & Young streets (3-2)
• Approved nominations for Appraisal District Board (5-0)
• Denied renaming Community Center to Civic Center (5-0)
• Tabled PEG funds purchase for Live Cast (5-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will meet to review grant applications from two local businesses. The board will also receive updates on city activities and reports from partner organizations.

• Grant application for Dayton Beer Garden
• Grant application for Dream Furniture
• September 2024 financial reconciliation report

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially act on resolutions related to the 2024 tax rate. This includes voting on a proposed rate and scheduling a public hearing.

• Resolution No. R2024-56: vote on a proposed 2024 tax rate
• Resolution No. R2024-57: set a Public Hearing on the 2024 tax rate
• Resolution No. R2024-58: set the date, time, and location for the tax rate vote

City Council approved a proposed tax rate of 0.659832716 for 2024. The council also scheduled a public hearing and a final vote on the tax rate for September 16, 2024.

• Approved proposed 24/25 tax rate of 0.659832716 via Resolution No. R2024-56 (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-57 to set a public hearing on the 2024 tax rate for Sept 16, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-58 to set the vote on the tax rate for Sept 16, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider actions regarding the 2024 tax rate, including setting a public hearing and a vote date. The body will also review the FY 24/25 employee benefits package and the hiring of a benefits broker.

• Resolution R2024-60: hiring USI Southwest as benefits broker
• Resolution R2024-59: FY 24/25 Employee Benefits Package
• Resolution R2024-56: proposed 2024 tax rate vote
• Resolution R2024-57: public hearing on 2024 tax rate
• Resolution R2024-58: date, time, and location for tax rate vote

The City Council approved the hiring of USI Southwest as a benefits broker and authorized the employee benefits package for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. No action was taken regarding the proposed 2024 tax rate, public hearings, or the scheduling of a tax rate vote.

• Approved hiring USI Southwest as benefits broker (5-0)
• Approved FY 24/25 employee benefits package (5-0)
• No action taken on 2024 tax rate resolution
• No action taken on public hearing for tax rate
• No action taken on tax rate vote scheduling

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 24/25 fiscal year budget and discuss the 2024 tax rate. The body is also considering several resolutions regarding land acquisition, city grants, and board appointments.

• Public hearing on 24/25 fiscal year budget
• Proposed 2024 tax rate vote and public hearing scheduling
• Acquisition of a 6-foot strip of land from BNSF Railway for Gulf Inland Logistics Park
• DEDC grant to PCMTX, LLC
• Ordinance O2024-23 for reduced speed during US0090 UPRR construction

The council approved a $535,000 DEDC incentive for PCMTX, LLC to develop a mixed-use project downtown, contingent on meeting sales tax and property value targets. It also approved a training reimbursement policy, a letter of support for a Foreign-Trade Zone, a speed reduction ordinance, and several board appointments. Items tabled included the Memorial Mile plaque funding and the 2024 tax rate resolutions.

• Approved Resolution R2024-70: $535,000 DEDC grant to PCMTX, LLC (3-2)
• Approved Resolution R2024-68: Training Reimbursement Policy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-63: Letter of support for Bennett Motor Express Foreign-Trade Zone (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-23: Speed limit reduction to 45 mph on US0090 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-64: Acquisition of 6-foot BNSF strip for Rolke Road (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-71: Non-binding MOU with Freedom Trails (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-72: Consent to municipal management district (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution R2024-56, R2024-57, R2024-58: 2024 tax rate and related hearings

City Council

The Dayton City Council will convene a special meeting on August 27, 2024. The agenda includes two executive‑session items: a consultation with the city attorney under Texas Government Code 551.071, and a discussion of personnel matters involving the City Manager and the Mayor under Texas Government Code 551.074. After the closed sessions, the council will consider possible actions based on those discussions.

• Executive Session: Consultation with attorney (Tex. Gov. Code 551.071)
• Executive Session: Personnel matters concerning City Manager and Mayor (Tex. Gov. Code 551.074)
• Consider possible action on matters discussed in executive session

The Dayton City Council met in a special called session on August 27, 2024, with Mayor Martin Mudd absent and Mayor Pro Tem Tonya Smikal presiding. After a closed executive session under the Texas Open Meetings Act (attorney consultation and personnel matters), the council voted to authorize Olson and Olson to conduct a third-party investigation and to authorize funds for it. The motion passed with all five present members in favor and no opposition. The meeting adjourned at 6:34 pm.

• Authorized Olson and Olson to conduct a third-party investigation and authorized funds for it (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:34 pm (5-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular board meeting to consider two action items: amending the Retail Coach professional-services agreement and approving the FY 2024–25 grant programs. The board will also receive updates from partner organizations, city staff, and the DEDC coordinator.

• Amendment to The Retail Coach agreement for professional services
• Approval of FY 24-25 DEDC grant programs
• Approval of August 2024 financial reconciliation report
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024 DEDC board meeting

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a special meeting to consider two action items: a moratorium on new multi-family housing in neighborhood zones and a continuation of the local disaster declaration due to Hurricane Beryl. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• First reading of ordinance imposing moratorium on duplexes, townhouses, apartments, and attached single-family structures in neighborhood zones
• Consideration of Ordinance No. O2024-19 to continue local disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl

The Dayton City Council held a special called meeting and took action on two items. Council approved Ordinance No. O2024-19, continuing the local disaster declaration due to Hurricane Beryl, which will help the city get reimbursed for cleanup time and equipment. The first reading of a moratorium on certain residential developments in neighborhood zones was read but no action was taken.

• Approved Ordinance No. O2024-19 continuing Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration (5-0)
• First reading of moratorium on duplexes, townhouses, apartments, and multiplexes in neighborhood zones — no action

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a planning workshop to discuss long-term strategy with city staff. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the session is focused on discussion and planning.

The Dayton City Council held a strategic planning workshop, reviewing accomplishments and strengths/weaknesses. They identified streets, infrastructure, and city facilities as top short-term goals, and discussed ongoing projects including the animal shelter, mold at City Hall, and road repairs. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:30 pm (motion by Tonya Smikal, seconded by Harry Barnes Jr., passed unanimously)

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on multiple zoning amendments, including prohibitions on certain dwelling types in neighborhood zones, and consider purchasing a new fire truck. Updates from city departments, presentations on business recovery, and appointments to boards will also be discussed.

• Public hearing on banning duplexes, townhouses, and apartments in neighborhood zones
• Approval of $1.2M fire truck purchase and grant reimbursement
• Zoning change for 10500 SH 146 from General Commercial to Business Park
• Zoning change for CR 471, Brown Road from Urban Residential to Semi-Urban Residential
• Renewal of New Generation FC Parks Use Agreement

The Dayton City Council approved multiple zoning map amendments, a text amendment prohibiting multi-family housing in established neighborhoods, a fire truck purchase, and a pipe bursting resolution. Several appointments and agreements were tabled, and no action was taken on a community center fee waiver request.

• Approved Resolution R2024-53 for new fire truck purchase ($53,123) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-20 rezoning 10500 SH 146 from General Commercial to Business Park (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-21 rezoning CR 471/Brown Road from Urban Residential to Semi-Urban Residential (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-22 prohibiting duplexes, townhouses, apartments, and multiplexes in established neighborhood zones (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-51 for pipe bursting on Waring St and E Houston (combined $263,385) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-46 supporting Texas Enterprise Zone Project sales tax rebate grant (5-0)
• Tabled Planning & Zoning Board appointments (5-0)
• Tabled Parks Board appointments (5-0)

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a Planning Workshop to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal years 2024-2025. The meeting includes a citizen comment period and may adjourn to executive session for closed discussions.

• Budget Workshop: Review and discussion of 2024-2025 Proposed Budget

The City Council held a budget workshop to review and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget, going over line items with department heads from Administration, Finance, HR, Community Center, Library, and DEDC. No formal budget approval or other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was limited to review and discussion. The meeting adjourned at 8:16 pm.

• Reviewed proposed 2024-2025 budget with department heads (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 pm (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a planning workshop to review and discuss the proposed budget for 2024-2025. This session is intended for budget deliberation.

• Review and discussion of 2024-2025 Proposed Budget

The City Council held a budget workshop to review and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget with department heads. No formal votes or decisions were made during the workshop; it was a discussion-only session. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm.

• Reviewed proposed 2024-2025 budget with all departments (no vote)
• Discussed updated 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will review and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget. The body is also considering a resolution to set a public hearing for the budget on August 19, 2024.

• Resolution No. R2024-55 to set a public hearing for the 24/25 fiscal year budget
• Resolution No. R2024-54 to authorize the city manager to negotiate and approve a lease agreement
• Budget Workshop for the 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
• Discussion regarding DayNet and the IT Department

The council approved two resolutions: one setting a public hearing for the 24/25 fiscal year budget on August 19, 2024, and another authorizing the city manager to negotiate and approve a two-month lease agreement with Hart Homes for an office at the community center. The meeting also included a budget workshop and a discussion on DayNet and IT departments, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution R2024-55 setting public hearing for 24/25 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2024-54 authorizing city manager to negotiate lease with Hart Homes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing. The discussion focuses on a proposed moratorium on the development and construction of several types of multi-family dwellings within established neighborhood zones.

• Public hearing regarding a moratorium on duplexes, townhouses, apartments, single-family attached structures, and multiplexes

The Dayton City Council held a public hearing on a proposed moratorium that would prohibit development of duplexes, townhouses, apartments, single-family attached structures, and multiplexes in established neighborhood zones. Two citizens spoke: one opposed, citing impacts on homeowners building for elderly parents and rental affordability; another noted townhomes are already not allowed. No decision was made; the hearing was closed and the meeting adjourned.

• Held public hearing on housing moratorium (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation meets to hear public input and vote on two economic-development funding requests: up to $4,000 for Kung Fu Tea signage and landscaping, and up to $574,636.29 for PCMTX, LLC permitting, construction, development, and equipment costs. The board will also consider FY 24–25 budget approval and June/July financial reconciliation reports.

• Public hearing and possible approval of up to $4,000 for Kung Fu Tea signage and landscaping in Dayton
• Public hearing and possible approval of up to $574,636.29 for PCMTX, LLC development costs
• Possible approval of FY 24–25 DEDC budget
• Possible approval of June and July 2024 financial reconciliation reports

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold an emergency meeting to consider Ordinance No. O2024-14, which would continue the local disaster declaration due to flooding impacts. The meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2024, at 12:00 PM at 801 S Cleveland St.

• Consider Ordinance No. O2024-14 to continue local disaster declaration due to flooding

The Dayton City Council held an emergency meeting and approved Ordinance No. 02024-14, continuing the Declaration of Local Disaster due to flooding. The motion passed unanimously with no dissenting votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance No. 02024-14 continuing flood disaster declaration (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will address the results of the June 15 runoff election and swear in a new member. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the dissolution of the Trinity Crossing Public Improvement District and a substandard building at 71 CR 607.

• Rezoning 5.65 acres on the south side of FM 1413 from General Commercial to Suburban Residential
• Dissolution of the Trinity Crossing Public Improvement District
• Substandard building hearing for 71 CR 607
• Approval of the Sawmill Lift Station upgrade and a new sludge pump at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Authorization for RFPs and RFQs for the 2025/2026 Texas Community Development Grant Program

The Dayton City Council canvassed the June 15, 2024 runoff election results, officially seating Sarah Vickery for Position 2, and administered her oath of office. Council approved a resolution assigning term lengths: Harry Barnes and Sarah Vickery will serve 3-year terms, John Headrick a 2-year term. Mayor Mudd appointed Tonya Smikal as Mayor Pro-Tem. Council also approved several resolutions, including dissolving the Trinity Crossing Public Improvement District, declaring a structure at 71 CR 607 substandard, and approving infrastructure upgrades.

• Approved Ordinance No. 02024-17 canvassing June 15 runoff election results (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to Sarah Vickery for Position 2
• Approved Resolution R2024-39 setting terms: Barnes and Vickery 3-year, Headrick 2-year (unanimous)
• Appointed Tonya Smikal as Mayor Pro-Tem for 24/25
• Approved Resolution R2024-38 dissolving Trinity Crossing Public Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2024-40 declaring 71 CR 607 substandard with 30 days to comply (unanimous)
• Denied Ordinance 02024-16 rezoning 5.65 acres on FM 1413 from General Commercial to Suburban Residential (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-41 upgrading Sawmill Lift Station (unanimous)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold public hearings on incentive applications for Kung Fu Tea, Serviacero USA, and PCMTX, LLC. The board is also scheduled to consider the FY 24-25 budget and receive updates from city and partner organizations.

• $574,636.29 incentive application for PCMTX, LLC
• $50,000 incentive application for Serviacero USA steel manufacturing project
• $4,000 assistance for Kung Fu Tea signage and landscaping
• Approval of the FY 24-25 budget

City Council

The City Council will review results from the May 4 General Election and administer oaths to new members. The agenda includes a proposed runoff election for council position two and a rezoning request for property near FM 1413.

• Ordinance O2024-15: Ordering a runoff election for council position two on June 15, 2024
• Resolution R2024-36: Hiring Texas Pride to complete the pipe bursting sewer line project
• Resolution R2024-35: Amending the Liberty County Central Appraisal District's 2023 operation budget
• Ordinance O2024-16: Rezoning 5.65 acres on the south side of FM 1413 from General Commercial to Suburban Residential
• Resolution R2024-37: Approving the City of Dayton Investment Policy

Council approved Ordinance No. O2024-13 canvassing the May 4, 2024 General Election results and administered oaths of office to newly elected members Harry L. Barnes Jr. (Position 1) and John Headrick (Position 3). Council approved Ordinance No. O2024-15 ordering a runoff election on June 15, 2024 for Position 2, where Alvin Burress and Sarah Vickery were headed to a runoff. Council also approved a consent agenda, hired Texas Pride for a sewer pipe bursting project, approved an amendment to the Liberty County Central Appraisal District's 2023 budget, and tabled a zoning change request for 5.65 acres on FM 1413.

• Approved Ordinance No. O2024-13 canvassing May 4, 2024 General Election results (3-0)
• Administered oaths of office to Harry L. Barnes Jr. (Position 1) and John Headrick (Position 3)
• Approved Ordinance No. O2024-15 ordering June 15, 2024 runoff election for Position 2 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. R2024-37 (Investment Policy), April 2024 Finance Reports, and April 2024 Minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-36 hiring Texas Pride for pipe bursting sewer line project on E Houston Street, Hillcrest and Queens CT (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-35 amending Liberty County Central Appraisal District's 2023 operation budget by $550,000 for office remodel at 303 Fannin St, Liberty (3-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. O2024-16 rezoning 5.65 acres on south side of FM 1413 from General Commercial to Suburban Residential (3-0)
• Adjourned at 6:31 pm (3-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will meet to review the May 2024 financial report and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider a grant application for Kung Fu Tea. Additionally, officials will provide updates on city activities and economic development progress.

• Kung Fu Tea grant application
• Approval of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of May 2024 Financial Reconciliation Report
• Updates on City planning and development projects

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will consider approving recent meeting minutes and a financial reconciliation report. The board will also discuss DEDC incentive application processes. Additionally, officials will provide updates on city activities and partner organizations.

• Discussion regarding DEDC Incentive Application processes
• Approval of April 10, 2024 DEDC Board Meeting minutes
• Approval of April 2024 Financial Reconciliation Report
• Update on DISD activities from the Superintendent
• Update on Dayton Chamber of Commerce activities from the Executive Director

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the annexation of approximately 211.261 acres along Highway 1960 at the request of D.R. Horton - Texas LTD. The agenda also includes discussions regarding sewer and street rehabilitations, property sales, and various local agreements. Additionally, the council will administer an oath of office to new Patrol Officer Michael Gangloff.

• Annexation of 211.261 acres along Highway 1960 by D.R. Horton - Texas LTD
• Agreement involving City of Dayton, TIRZ #1, Liberty County MUD #9, and CMC Railroad, LLC
• Letter Agreement for Stilson Road
• Selection of sewer and street rehabilitations
• Sale of a tax trust property

The City Council approved the annexation of approximately 211 acres along Highway 1960 at the request of D.R. Horton - Texas LTD. Council also authorized sewer and street repairs for Houston St and Hillcrest St as a capital improvement project. Several resolutions regarding TIRZ #1 and CDBG-MIT grant administration were passed.

• Approved annexation of 211.261 acres along Highway 1960 (6-0)
• Approved sewer and street repairs for Houston St and Hillcrest St (5-0)
• Approved sale of tax trust property to Kingwood Tech Solutions, LLC for $9,640 (3-2)
• Approved Resolution R2024-27 agreement between City, TIRZ #1, MUD #9, and CMC Railroad (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-33 reimbursement for Stilson Road via TIRZ (5-0)
• Designated Felix Skarpa as Chairman of the TIRZ #1 Board (5-0)
• Appointed Monica Ewing, Pam Edwards, and William Monk to Housing Authority (5-0)
• Approved CDBG-MIT authorized signatories and civil rights policies (5-0)

TIRZ #3 WestPointe Villages

The TIRZ #3 Board is meeting to consider adopting an amended and restated final project and finance plan for the zone. The board will also consider electing officers for the Board of Directors.

• Resolution R2024-15 regarding election of Board of Directors officers
• Resolution R2024-14 adopting an amended and restated final project and finance plan
• Recommendation to City Council for an amendment to the TIRZ agreement

The Board approved an amended and restated final project and finance plan to include improvement area #2. The Board also elected its officers for the current term.

• Elected Tonya Smikal as vice chairman and Valorie Barton as secretary (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-14 adopting an amended and restated final project and finance plan and authorizing the chairman to execute a TIRZ agreement amendment (5-0)

City Council

The council will consider assessments and bond issuances for the Westpointe Villages Public Improvement District. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the amended project and finance plan for Tax Increment and Reinvestment Zone Number Three. The agenda also includes budget amendments and various municipal reports.

• Proposed assessments and bonds for Westpointe Villages PID Improvement Area #2
• Zoning change from General Commercial to Semi-Urban Residential at Paul St. & Hunnicutt St.
• Approval of the 23/24 Budget Amendment #2
• Purchase of a new Vactor Truck and two generators for lift stations
• DEDC incentives for Bennett Motor Express, LLC

The Dayton City Council approved Ordinance O2024-7, accepting a service and assessment plan and assessment roll for Westpointe Villages Public Improvement District Improvement Area #2, and Ordinance O2024-8, authorizing the issuance and sale of senior and junior lien special assessment revenue bonds for the project. Both passed 5-0. The council also approved a $2 million transfer from the general fund unassigned balance to the capital projects fund as part of the 2023-24 budget amendment, and approved a 25-year non-exclusive natural gas franchise agreement with Universal Natural Gas on a 4-1 vote, with John Headrick opposed.

• Approved consent agenda including 2023 Police Racial Profile Report, February 2024 finance reports, and February 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-7 accepting service and assessment plan and assessment roll for Westpointe Villages PID Improvement Area #2 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-8 authorizing issuance and sale of senior and junior lien special assessment revenue bonds for Westpointe Villages PID (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-9 adopting amended and restated final project and finance plan for TIRZ #3 and authorizing mayor to execute amendment to TIRZ agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-16 for street closures for JLA Pet Supply Drive and Adoption Day on April 6 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2024-6 granting Universal Natural Gas a 25-year non-exclusive franchise and right-of-way (4-1, Headrick nay)
• Approved Resolution R2024-17 for interlocal agreement with Tx DPS for OMNI Failure to Appear Program (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-18 for 2023 Final Audit Report (5-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing regarding potential funding of up to $16,000 for Daystown, LLC. The meeting also includes the swearing in of board members and approval of recent meeting minutes and financial reports. Updates from city officials and partner organizations are scheduled.

• Public hearing for up to $16,000 in assistance for Daystown, LLC
• Swearing in of Board Members
• Approval of March 2024 Reconciliation Report
• Updates from DISD and the Dayton Chamber of Commerce

City Council

The Dayton City Council will consider ordinances to amend the Unified Development Code and change the zoning of 1005 W Clayton St. The council will also review resolutions regarding assessments and bonds for the Westpointe Villages Public Improvement District.

• Zoning change for 1005 W Clayton St from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial
• Text amendment to add nonresidential uses to the Established Neighborhood district
• Assessment plans and improvements for Westpointe Villages PID Improvement Area #2
• Authorization of revenue bonds for Westpointe Villages PID
• Appointments to the Parks Board to fill expired terms

The Dayton City Council approved Ordinance No. O2024-5, a text amendment adding bed and breakfast homes, daycare centers, and offices as permitted nonresidential uses in the Established Neighborhood zoning district. The council then denied Ordinance O2024-4, which would have rezoned 1005 W Clayton St. from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial, after staff requested denial because O2024-5 had passed. The council also approved three Westpointe Villages Public Improvement District resolutions, including one determining costs of improvements totaling a little over $12 million, and appointed three members to the Parks Board. All votes were unanimous, 5-0, with no nays recorded.

• Approved Ordinance No. O2024-5 adding bed and breakfast home, daycare center, and office uses to the Established Neighborhood zoning district (5-0)
• Denied Ordinance O2024-4 rezoning 1005 W Clayton St. from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-9 appointing Charles Carden, Sharon Shumaker, and Patrick Barrett to the Parks Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-11 determining costs of improvements in Westpointe Villages PID Improvement Area #2, totaling a little over $12 million, and setting a March 18, 2024 public hearing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-12 authorizing distribution of a preliminary limited offering memorandum for Westpointe Villages PID Improvement Area #2 bonds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2024-13 authorizing an amendment to the Westpointe Villages PID development agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 2024 Finance Reports and January 2024 Minutes (5-0)
• No action taken on Resolution No. R2024-10, listed as a duplicate item

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a special called meeting featuring several closed executive sessions. The council plans to discuss real estate transactions, potential economic development opportunities, and pending litigation.

• Discussion of real estate transactions in executive session
• Discussion of possible economic development opportunities in executive session
• Consultation with City Attorney regarding pending litigation

The City Council met for a special session that consisted primarily of a closed executive session. No public votes were taken on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:00 pm (5-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider action items. The board will discuss a possible agreement to demolish storage units located on the DEDC Church St. property.

• Agreement to demolish storage units on Church St. property

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold public hearings regarding proposed financial assistance for three specific projects. The board will also consider grant applications from Daystown, LLC and various city updates.

• Public hearing for Triple T – Trinity True Testing funding up to $2,772.65
• Public hearing for Shaw Real Estate funding up to $3,000.00
• Public hearing for Bennett Motor Express, LLC funding up to $45,000.00
• Action item regarding Daystown, LLC Business Assistance Grant application
• Action item regarding Daystown, LLC Downtown MEGA Grant application

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially act on an amendment to the City Manager's contract. An executive session is also scheduled regarding personnel matters related to this contract.

• Possible action to amend the City Manager's contract
• Executive session regarding City Manager's contract (personnel matters)

The City Council voted to approve an amendment to the City Manager's contract, specifically contract number C. The decision followed a closed executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Approved amending the City Manager's contract number C (4-1)

City Council

The Dayton City Council will consider ordering a municipal election for May 4, 2024. The agenda also includes zoning amendments, police department grants, and the City Manager's annual evaluation.

• Ordering a May 4, 2024, municipal election for three council positions
• Zoning change at 1005 W Clayton St from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial
• Approval of Patrol Fleet and Less Lethal grants for the Police Department
• Disannexation of property located off Hwy 146
• Height increase permit for a property at 6740 SH 146

Dayton City Council approved Ordinance No. O2024-3 disannexing property off Hwy 146 under a development agreement, and approved Ordinance No. O2024-2 ordering a May 4, 2024 general municipal election for three council positions. Council also approved a conditional use permit for an 87-foot silo at 6740 SH 146, festival dates and $5,000 in Hotel/Motel funds for Dayton Ole Tyme Days, and several board appointments and grants. A zoning change at 1005 W Clayton St. from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial was tabled after public comment.

• Approved Ordinance No. O2024-3 disannexing property off Hwy 146 with development agreement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. O2024-2 ordering May 4, 2024 election for council positions 1, 2, 3 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-6 conditional use permit for ~87-ft silo at 6740 SH 146 (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance O2024-4 rezoning 1005 W Clayton St. from EN to GC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-3 for Dayton Ole Tyme Days festival April 12-14, 2024 and road closures (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 Hotel/Motel funds for Dayton Ole Tyme Days (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-5 reappointing DEDC board members (5-0)
• Approved amending City Manager's contract after executive session (vote tally not recorded)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will consider several business grant applications and an incentive application for Bennett Motor Express, LLC. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding field improvements at Daniel Park. Additionally, the board may vote to hire an architect for the Church St. property.

• Public hearing for Daniel Park field improvements up to $25,000
• Hiring an architect for the Church St. property
• Business assistance grant applications from Triple T - Trinity True Testing, Shaw Real Estate, and Health Center Southeast Texas
• Bennett Motor Express, LLC incentive application

City Council

The City Council will consider the creation of a new tax reinvestment zone and several zoning map amendments. The agenda also includes approving park use agreements and funding for Daniel Park improvements.

• Creation of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four (Ordinance O2023-24)
• Zoning change at 2475 FM 1008 from Master Planned to General Commercial
• Approval of DYSA Parks Use Agreement for 2023-2024
• DEDC expenditures for Daniel Park improvements
• Zoning change at US 90 south of Sunset Heights Ave to Semi-Urban Residential

The Dayton City Council approved Ordinance No. 02023-24 creating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four, tied to a DR Horton development where 50% of taxes will go to paying down PID costs and DR Horton has agreed to be annexed. Council also approved the DYSA Parks Use Agreement for 2023-2024 with amendments, up to $25,000 in DEDC funding for Daniel Park baseball field recrowning, and appointments to the TIRZ #1 board. Three zoning map amendments passed, including a kennel facility that drew two nay votes. Councilmember Janette Frick was absent.

• Approved Ordinance No. 02023-24 creating TIRZ #4 (4-0, Frick absent)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-104, DYSA Parks Use Agreement 2023-2024 with amendments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-110, up to $25,000 DEDC funding for Daniel Park field recrowning (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-111, appointing Jeff Nations, Andy Conner, Alvin Burress and re-appointing Wesley Pratka to TIRZ #1 board (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 02023-25, zoning map amendment for a dog boarding kennel (3-2; Headrick and Barton nay)
• Approved Ordinance No. 02023-26, zoning change from commercial to residential (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 02023-27, 10 acres of commercial zoning at an arterial/collector intersection (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Library Advisory Board appointments and November 2023 minutes (4-0)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing regarding field improvements at Daniel Park. The board will also consider hiring an architect for the Church St. property and reviewing various organizational updates.

• Public hearing for Daniel Park baseball/softball field improvements up to $25,000
• Approval of hiring an architect for the Church St. property
• Approval of Triple T - Trinity True Testing grant application
• Discussion of ICSC Las Vegas attendees