Dayton public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss a tax abatement policy and consider several ordinances, including a budget amendment and a zoning change. The body will also review contracts with the Brazos Transit District and TxDOT.

• Public hearing on tax abatement policy, guidelines, and criteria
• Zoning map amendment for 1.89 acres at 403 S Winfree St from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial
• Ordinance O2025-35 for the FY 24/25 Budget Amendment
• Resolution R2025-85 for updated service contract with Brazos Transit District
• Resolution R2025-86 for a Sewer Rehab Project change order

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the sale of DayNet and a lease agreement for city property. The meeting includes a closed executive session for consultation with the City Attorney.

• Resolution No. R2025-74: approving the sale of DayNet and DayNet related assets
• Resolution No. R2025-82: approving a lease agreement for city property
• Executive session for consultation with City Attorney

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider a contract to replace playground equipment at Parker Park. The board will also discuss joining Texas Downtown and the potential creation of a downtown committee.

• Public hearing for funding not to exceed $34,100 for Parker Park playground equipment
• Proposed contract with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds not to exceed $34,100
• Discussion on joining Texas Downtown
• Discussion on recommending a City Council downtown committee
• Executive session regarding DEDC Board Appointments

The board approved a contract up to $34,100 with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds to replace equipment at Parker Park. It also voted 7‑0 to adopt the consent agenda, joined Texas Downtown, and recommended the creation of a downtown revitalization committee to City Council. Additionally, the board unanimously recommended six individuals for board appointments.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and Oct 2025 financial report) – 7-0
• Authorized $34,100 contract with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds for Parker Park playground – 7-0
• Joined Texas Downtown organization – consensus
• Recommended City Council create downtown revitalization committee – consensus
• Recommended six board appointments to City Council – 7-0

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for approximately 1.8965 acres at 403 S Winfree St, changing the zone from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial. The commission will also hold a public hearing and consider a replat of Lots 19‑22 of the Badgett Addition, about 0.7952 acres at 602 W Clayton Street and Collins Street. In addition, the commission will consider the preliminary plat for a Chemical Transloading Depot covering 13.73 acres. Finally, the commission will consider the preliminary plat for River Ranch Meadows Sec 19, a 43.59‑acre development with 107 lots, 8 reserves, and 5 blocks.

• Public hearing & possible action on zoning map amendment for 403 S Winfree St (1.8965 acres) to change from Established Neighborhood to General Commercial
• Public hearing & possible action on replat of Lots 19‑22, Badgett Addition (0.7952 acres) at 602 W Clayton St and Collins St
• Consideration of preliminary plat for Chemical Transloading Depot (13.73 acres)
• Consideration of preliminary plat for River Ranch Meadows Sec 19 (43.59 acres, 107 lots, 8 reserves, 5 blocks)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. It recommended and approved a zoning map amendment to change 403 S Winfree St from Established Neighborhood (EN) to General Commercial (GC). The commission also approved a replat of Lots 19‑22 in the Badgett Addition and preliminary plats for a Chemical Transloading Depot and River Ranch Meadows Section 19.

• Approved minutes from 11/6/2025 (motion by Karen Krnavek, seconded by Charles Whitehead, passed)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for 403 S Winfree St, EN to GC (motion by Charles Whitehead, seconded by Ronald Wilson, passed)
• Approved replat of Lots 19‑22, Badgett Addition (motion by Karen Krnavek, seconded by Ronald Wilson, passed)
• Approved preliminary plat of Chemical Transloading Depot, 13.73 acres (motion by Charles Whitehead, seconded by Karen Krnavek, passed)
• Approved preliminary plat of River Ranch Meadows Sec 19, 43.59 acres, 107 lots (motion by Charles Whitehead, seconded by Karen Krnavek, passed)

City Council

The Dayton City Council will consider several resolutions, including designating representatives for the HGAC General Assembly, casting votes for the Liberty County Appraisal District board, and approving a TxDOT Municipal Maintenance Agreement. It will also act on a revised Utility Profile and Drought Contingency Plan, amend the Master Fee Schedule, and review a zoning map amendment for 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960. Additionally, the council will discuss the sale of the Daynet Fiber System and library board appointments.

• Resolution R2025-80: Conditional Use Permit for self‑service storage on 6.76 acres at 2751 FM 1960
• Resolution R2025-78: Approval of TxDOT Municipal Maintenance Agreement
• Ordinance O2025-27: Amendments to the City’s Master Fee Schedule
• Resolution R2025-79: Revised Utility Profile and Drought Contingency Plan
• Ordinance O2025-34: Zoning map amendment for 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The board approved the consent agenda, including the October 13 minutes and the September financial report, with a 6‑0 vote. It authorized the president to execute a license agreement for the Lowe Street property, also 6‑0. The board approved a six‑month contract extension with The Retail Coach for $12,500, again 6‑0. Members reached consensus to proceed with option 2 for new playground equipment at Parker Park.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes & financial report) – motion passed 6-0
• Authorized license agreement for Lowe Street property – motion passed 6-0
• Authorized 6‑month contract extension with The Retail Coach for $12,500 – motion passed 6-0
• Consensus to move forward with option 2 for Parker Park playground equipment

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will discuss economic development opportunities and real property at 302 Cook in executive session. The board will also consider authorizing a license agreement for the Lowe Street property and a contract extension for The Retail Coach.

• License agreement with the City of Dayton for access to the Lowe Street property
• 6-month contract extension with The Retail Coach
• Discussion regarding real property located at 302 Cook
• Review of potential improvements at Parker Park
• Review of the interlocal agreement (ILA) with the City of Dayton

The board approved the consent agenda, including October minutes and the September financial report, with a 6‑0 vote. It authorized President Cooper‑Bell to execute a license agreement for the Lowe Street property, also 6‑0. The board approved a six‑month contract extension with The Retail Coach for $12,500, again 6‑0. Members reached consensus to proceed with option 2 for new playground equipment at Parker Park.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and financial report) – motion passed 6‑0
• Authorized President to execute license agreement for Lowe Street property – motion passed 6‑0
• Authorized Director to execute 6‑month contract extension with The Retail Coach for $12,500 – motion passed 6‑0
• Consensused to move forward with option 2 for Parker Park playground equipment – board consensus

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for self-service storage and a zoning map amendment. The body will also consider a street grading waiver and a preliminary plat for a townhome project.

• Conditional Use Permit for self-service storage on 6.76 acres at 2751 FM 1960
• Zoning change from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial for 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960
• Street grading waiver request by LJA Engineering, Inc. for Trinity Landing Subdivision
• Preliminary Plat for The Park on Winfree Townhomes at 2804 N. Winfree Street (37 lots)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. It voted unanimously to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for a self‑service storage facility on 6.76 acres at 2751 FM 1960. The board took no action on a zoning map amendment for 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960, forwarding the request to the City Council. It also approved the preliminary plat for The Park on Winfree Townhomes (4.508 acres, 37 lots) with a 2‑1 vote and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes from 10/2/2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for self‑service storage, 6.76 acres at 2751 FM 1960 (unanimous)
• No motion on zoning map amendment for 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960; forwarded to City Council
• Approved preliminary plat of The Park on Winfree Townhomes, 4.508 acres, 37 lots (2‑1, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a self‑service storage facility on 6.76 acres at 2751 FM 1960. It will also consider a zoning map amendment to change 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial. A waiver request from LJA Engineering for Trinity Landing Subdivision street‑grading standards will be reviewed, and a preliminary plat for The Park on Winfree Townhomes will be considered.

• Public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for self‑service storage on 6.76 acres at 2751 FM 1960 (Property IDs 58650, 58657).
• Zoning Map Amendment request to rezone 13.09 acres at 4298 FM 1960 (Property ID 58986) from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial.
• Waiver request by LJA Engineering, Inc. for Trinity Landing Subdivision to allow a minimum gutter slope of 0.30 % on streets.
• Preliminary Plat of The Park on Winfree Townhomes at 2804 N. Winfree Street, covering 4.508 acres and 37 lots.
• Second public hearing for the same Conditional Use Permit for self‑service storage at 2751 FM 1960.

The commission approved the October 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous ayes). It recommended approval of the conditional use permit for a self‑service storage facility at 2751 FM 1960 (unanimous ayes). The board approved the preliminary plat for The Park on Winfree Townhomes (2804 N. Winfree St) with two ayes, one nay and one abstention. The zoning map amendment for 4298 FM 1960 was not acted on and will be forwarded to the City Council.

• Approved 10/2/2025 minutes (ayes: Charles Whitehead, Jacqueline Payne, Earnie Jones, Karen Krnavek)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for self‑service storage at 2751 FM 1960 (ayes: Charles Whitehead, Jacqueline Payne, Earnie Jones, Karen Krnavek)
• Approved preliminary plat for The Park on Winfree Townhomes, 2804 N. Winfree St (ayes: Charlie Whitehead, Karen Krnavek; nay: Earnie Jones; abstain: Jacqueline Payne)
• No motion on zoning map amendment for 4298 FM 1960; item referred to City Council
• Adjourned meeting (ayes: Charles Whitehead, Jacqueline Payne, Earnie Jones, Karen Krnavek)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the annexation of portions of County Road 493 and 494 and a zoning change for property on FM 1960. The body is also reviewing improvements and revenue bonds for Public Improvement District No. 5 and updates to the city's Master Fee Schedule.

• Annexation of portions of County Road 493 and County Road 494 south of Highway 90
• Zoning change from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial for 17.581 acres at 2751 FM 1960
• Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 for Public Improvement District No. 5
• Amendments to the City of Dayton's Master Fee Schedule
• Updated regulations for telecommunications providers' use of city rights-of-way

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss two applicants for board membership to be approved by the City Council. The board will also review the Texas State Library Accreditation Letter for Jones Library and discuss changes to library space.

• Approval of two library board applicants
• Texas State Library Accreditation Letter for Jones Library
• Changes in Library Space

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation board will vote on authorizing two contracts—one with Resimplifi and another with Golden Shovel for a website upgrade. The board will also consider approving changes to the Business Assistance Grant Program. Additional discussion items include updating the economic development marketing video and reviewing DEDC‑owned property at 802 Highway 90.

• Authorize the Director of Economic Development to execute a contract with Resimplifi
• Authorize the Director of Economic Development to execute a contract with Golden Shovel for a website upgrade project
• Approve changes to the Business Assistance Grant Program
• Review and discuss updating Dayton's economic development marketing video
• Review and discuss the DEDC‑owned property located at 802 Highway 90

The board approved the consent agenda, including the September minutes and August financial report, with a 6‑0 vote. It authorized the Director of Economic Development to execute contracts with Resimplifi and with Golden Shovel for a website upgrade, each passing 6‑0. The board also approved the proposed changes to the Business Assistance Grant Programs, again 6‑0. Staff were directed to list the 802 Highway 90 property for sale and to draft a use agreement for the Lowe Street property.

• Approved consent agenda (September minutes and August financial report) (6-0)
• Authorized contract with Resimplifi (6-0)
• Authorized contract with Golden Shovel for website upgrade (6-0)
• Approved changes to Business Assistance Grant Programs (6-0)
• Directed staff to list 802 Highway 90 property on Resimplifi website
• Directed staff to draft use agreement for Lowe Street property

Dayton Enhancement Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the prioritization of current projects and new project ideas. Members will consider actions regarding community cleanup and fundraising efforts.

• Bless This Mess Community Clean Up
• Bourbon, Beer, and Bites fundraising event
• Broncos in the Underpass project
• Art in Nature Trail project
• Signage and banners for upcoming projects/events

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to change 17.581 acres at 2751 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial. The commission will also consider two engineering waivers for the Prosperidge Subdivision submitted by Jimmy Bishop of EHRA Engineering. No other decisions are listed.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 17.581 acres at 2751 FM 1960 (RA to GC)
• Consideration of waiver to allow 12" x 4" concrete roll‑over curbs (Section 2.5.6.E)
• Consideration of waiver to adjust vertical pavement slope to minimum 0.50% (Sections 1.4.2.A, 2.5.6.G)

The commission approved the meeting minutes from September 4, 2025. It voted unanimously to recommend approving a zoning map amendment that would change 17.581 acres at 2751 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial. Both engineering waivers submitted by Jimmy Bishop were denied, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for 17.581 acres at 2751 FM 1960 (unanimous)
• Denied waiver for 12" x 4" concrete roll‑over curbs (unanimous)
• Denied waiver for vertical pavement slope specifications (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to consider second two-year terms for members Christopher Taylor and Kori M Herring. The board will also discuss the Texas State Library Accreditation Letter for Jones Library and potential changes in library space.

• Second two-year terms for board members Christopher Taylor and Kori M Herring (FY 2025-2027)
• Texas State Library Accreditation Letter for Jones Library
• Changes in Library Space

Board of Adjustments

The Dayton Board of Adjustments will consider a variance request to change the separation standards in Section 14.103.3 of the Unified Development Code. The request concerns a .434‑acre property located at 5411 FM 1409 in Dayton, Texas, legally described as 000106 W D Smith, Tract 81. The board will hold a public hearing on the request and may take action on it. No other agenda items involve substantive decisions beyond routine procedural matters.

• Public hearing on variance request to vary separation standards (Sec. 14.103.3) for .434‑acre property at 5411 FM 1409, Dayton, TX

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting. It then approved a variance to modify the separation standards of Sec. 14.103.3 for the .434‑acre property at 5411 FM 1409. The meeting was adjourned after all motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved variance request for 5411 FM 1409 property (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation board approved the FY26 budget and authorized several grant expenditures. A $4,438.25 grant was approved for signage replacement at 801 S. Cleveland. A $14,229.46 grant was approved for Tamil Friends Real Estate LLC for property improvements. The minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting were also approved.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $4,438.25 signage grant for 801 S. Cleveland (5-0)
• Approved $14,229.46 grant to Tamil Friends Real Estate LLC (5-0)
• Approved FY26 DEDC Annual Budget (5-0)

Dayton Enhancement Committee

The Dayton Enhancement Committee will consider approving minutes, reviewing the status of various community projects, and reviewing FY 25/26 financials. The meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025.

• Review Henderson-Day Park landscaping project status
• Review Little Libraries project status
• Review Broncos in the Underpass project status
• Review Longhorns on the hill project status
• Review FY 25/26 financials

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025/26 fiscal year budget. The meeting also includes a closed executive session for consultation with the City Attorney.

• Public hearing on 25/26 fiscal year budget
• Executive session: Consultation with City Attorney per Texas Government Code 551.071

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on a replat and text amendments to the Unified Land Development Code. The body will also review a zoning map amendment and two final plats.

• Replat of Green Estates (4.40 acres) on County Road 6111
• Text Amendment Request to UDC Sections 14.205 (Signs) and 14.602.5 (Public Notice)
• Zoning Text Amendment Request to UDC Sec. 14.102.8 GC, Sec. 14.203, and Sec. 14.902
• Zoning Map Amendment for 7.36 acres at 4203 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial
• Final Plats for Sawmill Estates Subdivision and Gulf Inland Section One

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4‑1 to deny the request to change the zoning of the 7.36‑acre parcel at 4203 FM 1960, sending the matter to the City Council. The commission also approved several text amendments to the Unified Land Development Code and approved the final plats for Sawmill Estates Subdivision and Gulf Inland Section One. All other motions listed were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of 8/7/2025 (5-0)
• Approved Green Estates replat (5-0)
• Approved text amendment Section 14.205 Signs (5-0)
• Approved text amendment Section 14.206.5 Public Notice (5-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for Chapters 14.102.8, 14.203, 14.902 (5-0)
• Denied zoning map amendment for 4203 FM 1960 (4-1)
• Approved Final Plat of Sawmill Estates Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Gulf Inland Section One (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the creation of the Freedom Trail Public Improvement District and a zoning change for property at 2730 FM 1960. The body will also set dates for public hearings regarding the 2025 tax rate and the FY 25-26 budget. Additionally, the council will act on the appointment of an Interim Police Chief.

• Public hearing and possible creation of Freedom Trail Public Improvement District
• Zoning map amendment for 1.4676 acres at 2730 FM 1960 from General Commercial to Suburban Residential
• Hiring contractors for the Animal Shelter project and Clayton Water Well Improvements Project
• Resolution to participate in the National Opioid Settlement
• Appointment of an Interim Police Chief

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing to gather input before spending up to $1,500 on signage and landscaping for Adela’s Multi Services Inc. The board will also consider consent‑agenda items approving the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes and the July 2025 financial report. Additional reports from partner organizations, city officials, and the board president will be presented, followed by an executive session with the city attorney.

• Public hearing on funding not to exceed $1,500 for signage and landscaping for Adela’s Multi Services Inc.
• Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2025 DEDC Board Meeting (consent agenda)
• Approval of the July 2025 financial report (consent agenda)
• Update on DISD activities from the Superintendent
• Executive session: consultation with City Attorney under Texas Government Code 551.071

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on three property-specific zoning requests and a general zoning text amendment. The body will also review a preliminary plat for a new subdivision.

• Zoning change from General Commercial to Suburban Residential for 1.4676 acres at 2730 FM 1960
• Zoning change from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial for 7.36 acres at 4203 FM 1960
• Waiver request for 15.019 acres at FM 1960 & FM 686
• Zoning Text Amendment Request for Chapter 14 - Unified Land Development Code
• Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Sawmill Estates Subdivision

The commission approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Preliminary Plat for the Sawmill Estates Subdivision. Both actions received unanimous support from all members present. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes (all members voted aye; no nays)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Sawmill Estates Subdivision (all members voted aye; no nays)

Parks Board

The Dayton Parks Board meeting on July 31, 2025 will address two action items. The board will consider possible action on park‑related fees and contracts. It will also consider possible action regarding the points of contact between the Parks Board and City of Dayton staff. No other decisions are listed.

• Consider possible action on park‑related fees and contracts
• Consider possible action on points of contact between the Parks Board and City staff

City Council

The council will consider three resolutions related to M/I Homes of Houston, LLC: a utility agreement, a first amendment to a development agreement, and the creation of a municipal utility district. The meeting also includes a budget workshop to review the 2025‑2026 proposed budget and a strategic planning workshop. Decisions may be made on the resolutions, while the workshops are for discussion only.

• Resolution R2025-45 – approve amended and restated utility agreement with M/I Homes
• Resolution R2025-46 – approve First Amendment to Development Agreement with M/I Homes
• Resolution R2025-47 – consent to creation of a municipal utility district for M/I Homes
• Budget Workshop – review and discussion of 2025‑2026 proposed budget
• Strategic Planning Workshop 2025

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation board will consider several actions, including approving the FY 25‑26 budget, modifying the interlocal agreement with the City of Dayton, and ending the mowing maintenance contract with the city. The meeting also includes routine reports from partner organizations, the mayor, city manager, and the board president, as well as a citizen’s forum and workshops.

• Approve proposed FY 25‑26 DEDC budget
• Approve changes to the interlocal agreement with the City of Dayton
• Consider terminating the mowing maintenance agreement with the City of Dayton
• Approve June 2025 financial reconciliation report
• Approve minutes of the June 9, 2025 DEDC board meeting

City Council

The Dayton City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $847,132.51 construction contract for sewer rehabilitation, a zoning map amendment for a 15.019‑acre site, and a petition to create the Freedom Trail Public Improvement District. Additional items include reimbursement to a developer for the Dayton Public Improvement District No. 5, an agreement for Community Development Block Grant mitigation planning, and appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Resolution R2025-39: award $847,132.51 contract to C&A Construction for Dayton Sewer Rehabilitation (Suburban Acres, Hunnicutt Subdivision, Kindt Subdivision).
• Ordinance O2025-13: approve zoning map amendment from Rural/Agricultural to Business Park with Conditional Use Permit for 15.019 acres at FM 1960 & FM 686, Property ID 25254.
• Resolution R2025-38: accept petition to create the Freedom Trail Public Improvement District and call a public hearing.
• Resolution R2025-40: authorize agreement with Freese & Nichols for administrative and planning services for the Community Development Block Grant‑Mitigation Resilient Communities Program.
• Resolution R2025-37: approve reimbursement to the developer of Dayton Public Improvement District No. 5 for construction cost obligations.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to change the zoning of 1.4676 acres of property. The proposal seeks to rezone the land from General Commercial (GC) to Suburban Residential (SR).

• Public hearing and possible action on zoning map amendment for 1.4676 acres at 2730 FM 1960 (Property ID 112792)

The Planning and Zoning Commission did not have a quorum on July 8, 2025. All agenda items, including the public hearing on a zoning map amendment for 2730 FM 1960, were postponed to the August meeting. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council

The Dayton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish the Prosperidge Public Improvement District. Council members will also vote on several other resolutions, including the sale of tax‑trust property, a contract with Grace Initiative, and a fiber‑optic infrastructure project. Ordinances on the FY 24/25 budget amendment and a zoning map amendment will be reviewed. The agenda also includes a $2,000 HEB grant award to the Jones Public Library.

• Resolution R2025-27: authorize creation of the Prosperidge Public Improvement District
• Resolution R2025-28: approve sale of tax‑trust property
• Resolution R2025-29: approve contract with Grace Initiative
• Resolution R2025-31: award contract for DayNet fiber‑optic OSP construction to CR 609 via Waco St. & FM 1960
• Ordinance O2025-15: approve FY 24/25 Budget Amendment #2

Board of Adjustments

The Dayton Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request to vary the exterior side setback standards of the Unified Development Code in the Urban Residential (UR) zoning district. The request applies to a 4.5‑acre property located at 2804 N Winfree St., Dayton, Texas. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and citizen comment period.

• Public hearing for a variance request to vary exterior side setback standards, UR zoning, 4.5‑acre property at 2804 N Winfree St.
• Consideration with possible action of the same variance request for the property at 2804 N Winfree St.

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation board will consider several action items, including approval of the proposed FY 25‑26 budget. It will also review changes to the interlocal agreement with the City of Dayton and decide on terminating existing maintenance and consulting contracts. Additional items include soliciting bids for mowing services and approving a grant application for Waves Auto Detailing.

• Approval of the proposed FY 25‑26 DEDC budget
• Proposed changes to the interlocal agreement with the City of Dayton
• Termination of The Retail Coach agreement
• Termination of the mowing maintenance agreement with the City of Dayton
• Soliciting bids for mowing maintenance of DEDC properties

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several zoning map amendment requests, a zoning text amendment, and a conditional use permit request. Items include rezoning 9.98 acres on FM 1960, rezoning 15.019 acres at FM 1960 & FM 686 to a Business Park, and a big‑box retail permit on 5 acres at 2200 Hwy 146. The commission will also consider approval of a preliminary plat for Prosperidge Phase 1 Detention and a final plat for The Villages at Westpointe Section 5.

• Public hearing for zoning map amendment: 9.98 acres on FM 1960, change from General Commercial (GC) to Urban Residential (UR) with site development plan
• Public hearing for zoning map amendment: 15.019 acres at FM 1960 & FM 686, change from Rural/Agricultural (RA) to Business Park (BP) with Conditional Use Permit for warehousing and freight movement
• Public hearing for zoning text amendment to Chapter 14 Unified Land Development Code Sec. 14.102.11 IN and Sec. 14.902 definitions
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for Big Box Retail Sales on 5.00 acres at 2200 Hwy 146, Industrial (IN) zoning district
• Consideration of Preliminary Plat for Prosperidge Phase 1 Detention and Final Plat for The Villages at Westpointe Section 5

Library Board

The Dayton Library Board meeting will consider proposals to modify the library's interior layout. The board will also review plans for the 2025 Summer Reading Program and receive routine library reports. The meeting will set the date for the next board session on September 18, 2025.

• Discuss changes in Library Space
• Discuss upcoming Summer Reading Program 2025
• Library Reports
• Set next meeting date for September 18, 2025

City Council

The City Council will address 2025 election action items, including the appointment of a Mayor Pro-Tem. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding city policies, infrastructure projects, and board appointments.

• Ordinance No. O2025-9 to canvass May 3, 2025 General Election results
• Resolution No. R2025-23 to award the Clayton Water Well project bid to Weisinger Incorporated
• Resolution No. R2025-25 to call a public hearing for the creation of Dayton Public Improvement District No. 6
• Resolution No. R2025-26 to issue RFPs for CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program administrative services
• Ordinance No. O2025-10 and Resolution No. R2025-22 regarding the abandonment and conveyance of 0.0151 acres to Changing Lifestyles Fellowship

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on zoning map and text amendments. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for new developments.

• Zoning change request for 9.98 acres on FM 1960 from General Commercial to Urban Residential
• Replat of Lots 2, 3, & 4 of the Glass Subdivision on S Colbert St
• Zoning Text Amendment Request for Chapter 14 UDC Sec. 14.102.11 and Section 14.902
• Waiver request for PNP Navar regarding UDC Sec. 14.302.7 lot access
• Preliminary plats for The Park on Winfree, Prosperidge, and Trinity Landing

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation board will approve the minutes from the March 10 meeting and the March financial reconciliation report. It will decide whether to participate in the DCOC Taste of South Liberty County event and whether to award a grant to Adela's Multi Services Inc. The meeting also includes updates from partner organizations, city officials, and the DEDC president, followed by several executive‑session items covering attorney consultation, real‑property matters, personnel issues, and economic‑development negotiations.

• Approve minutes of the March 10, 2025 DEDC board meeting
• Approve the March 2025 financial reconciliation report
• Consider participation in the DCOC Taste of South Liberty County event
• Consider the Adela's Multi Services Inc. grant application
• Executive session on real‑property matters (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)

Dayton Enhancement Committee

The committee will consider actions regarding a landscaping project at Henderson-Day Park and the selection of new officers and members. Discussions will also include fundraiser ideas and potential bylaw amendments.

• Landscaping project at Henderson-Day Park
• Selection of Officers and new members for the Dayton Enhancement Committee
• Amending bylaws to add Officers and other modifications
• Sandblasting and sealing Broncos in the Underpass
• Placement process of the Beautification Awards

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to rezone 9.98 acres from General Commercial to Urban Residential on FM 1960. The body will also review preliminary and final plats for multiple residential developments.

• Public hearing for zoning change from GC to UR on FM 1960
• Waiver request for PNP Navar regarding Chapter 14 UDC
• Preliminary Plat approval for The Park on Winfree
• Preliminary Plat approval for Trinity Landing Section 1
• Final Plat approval for River Ranch Meadows Sec 11

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 17.58 acres of property from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for various developments.

• Zoning map amendment for 17.58 acres at 2751 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural (RA) to General Commercial (GC)
• Preliminary Plat of Sterling Parkway Street Dedication & Reserves Phase 1
• Final Plats of Medina Section 1 and Section 2
• Final Plats of River Ranch River Run Trail Street Dedication Sec 3 and River Ranch Boulevard Street Dedication Phase 5
• Final Plats of River Ranch Meadows Sections 11, 12, and 13

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting. A public hearing was held for a zoning map amendment request for 17.58 acres at 2751 FM 1960, but no comments were received. The commission then unanimously approved seven land‑development plats, including the Sterling Parkway Street Dedication and several River Ranch and Medina sections.

• Approved minutes from 11/7/2024 (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Sterling Parkway Street Dedication & Reserves Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Medina Section 1 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Medina Section 2 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of River Ranch River Run Trail Street Dedication Sec 3 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of River Ranch Boulevard Street Dedication Phase 5 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of River Ranch Meadows Sec 12 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of River Ranch Meadows Sec 13 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a budget amendment for FY 24/25 and two disaster recovery grant applications to the Texas General Land Office. The body will also review a conditional use permit for outdoor recreation and a grant agreement with PCMTX, LLC.

• Ordinance No. O2025-4 approving FY 24/25 Budget Amendment
• Resolution No. R2025-8 and R2025-9 for CDBG-DR applications to the Texas General Land Office
• Resolution No. R2025-10 for a Conditional Use Permit for outdoor recreation at SH 146 and Liberty Trails Drive
• Resolution No. R2025-7 approving a grant agreement between the Dayton Economic Development Corporation and PCMTX, LLC
• Resolution R2025-6 for Hotel/Motel funds for the 2025 Dayton Ole Tyme Days Festival

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a general election for two councilmember positions and authorizing a contract with the Liberty County Clerk. The body will also review grant applications for patrol fleet funds and flock cameras.

• Ordinance O2025-2: General municipal election on May 3, 2025, for council positions 4 and 5
• Ordinance O2025-1: Municipal participation in Entergy Texas, Inc. regulatory rate proceedings
• Resolution R2025-1: Service provider award for 2025-2026 Texas Community Development Block Grant Fund Program
• Resolution R2025-2 and R2025-3: Grant applications for patrol fleet funds and flock cameras
• Ordinance O2025-3: Amendment to Code of Ordinances regarding coin-operated machines

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will review funding requests for the Dayton Historical Society and Leadership East Texas. The board will also discuss the transfer of funds to a TexPool account and the status of property at 802 Hwy 90.

• Funding request from the Dayton Historical Society
• Sponsorship for Leadership East Texas
• Transfer of funds to DEDC's TexPool account
• Action regarding DEDC property located at 802 Hwy 90
• Executive session for attorney consultation and economic development negotiations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for outdoor recreation at SH 146 and Liberty Trails Drive. The body will also review two final plats for River Ranch Trails. These decisions determine how specific land parcels are used and subdivided within the city.

• Public hearing and permit request for Outdoor Recreation Use at SH 146 and Liberty Trails Drive (Angel Lagoon Complex)
• Approval of Final Plat for River Ranch Trails Sec 8
• Approval of Final Plat for River Ranch Trails Sec 9

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially approve development agreements for the Freedom Trails project and the Dayton Public Improvement District No. 7. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024 Police Department Racial Profiling Report and January 2025 monthly department reports.

• Resolution No. R2025-5: Development Agreement with One Windy Hill, LLC for Freedom Trails Development
• Resolution No. R2025-4: Professional services agreement for Dayton Public Improvement District No. 7
• Police Department Racial Profiling Report 2024
• Approval of January 2025 Finance Reports
• Discussion on economic development opportunities

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will review and potentially adopt bylaws for the board. Members will also discuss common variance application requests and relevant scenarios.

• Review and possible adoption of Board of Adjustment bylaws
• Discussion of common variance application requests

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review library reports and discuss upcoming events. The board will also consider the acceptance of minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting.

• Acceptance of November 21, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of upcoming Library events
• Review of Library Reports

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will hold a workshop to discuss internal governance and legal standards. The body will review proposed bylaws and the criteria for granting hardship variances.

• Review and discussion of proposed bylaws
• Discussion of common variance application requests and scenarios
• Review of Local Government Code criteria regarding board authority and basis of hardship

Dayton Economic Development Corporation

The Dayton Economic Development Corporation will review funding requests and property matters. The board is deciding on a grant application extension and a bank contract renewal.

• Funding request from the Dayton Historical Society
• Action regarding the property located at 802 Highway 90
• Renewal of the depository contract with First Liberty Bank
• Extension on the Dream Furniture grant application
• Appointment of board members to committees

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider the approval of several preliminary and final plats for residential or infrastructure developments. Most items concern various sections of the River Ranch and River Ranch Trails projects.

• Preliminary Plat of River Ranch Boulevard Phase 6 and Drainage Reserve
• Preliminary Plats of River Ranch Meadows Sec 14, 15, and 16
• Preliminary Plats of River Ranch Trails Sec 14 and 15
• Final Plats of River Ranch Trails Sec 10 and 11
• Preliminary Plats of Zarsky Estates Section 2 and 3

City Council

The City Council will review November 2024 department reports and a budget amendment for FY 23/24. The body is also deciding on several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, board appointments, and legal settlements.

• Resolution No. R2024-106: Participation in the Kroger Opioid Settlement
• Ordinance No. O2024-30: FY 23/24 Budget Amendment
• Resolution No. R2024-111: Repair or replacement of the gear box on the Waste Water Treatment Plant digestor
• Resolution No. R2024-108: Dayton Youth Sports Association Parks Use Agreement Renewal for 2025
• Resolution No. R2024-109: Auditing services

City Council

The Dayton City Council meeting will include standard procedural items and a closed executive session. In the executive session, council members will consult the city attorney as required by Texas Government Code 551.071 and discuss personnel matters concerning the City Manager and Mayor under Texas Government Code 551.074. No specific actions are detailed in the agenda.

• Closed Executive Session – Consultation with City Attorney (Tex. Gov. Code 551.071)
• Closed Executive Session – Personnel matters for City Manager and Mayor (Tex. Gov. Code 551.074)
• Citizen Comment Period

Board of Adjustments

The Dayton Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and consider actions on two variance requests. One request seeks to vary garage orientation for a property on S Colbert St, and the other seeks to vary parking design standards for a property at 511 Ladd St.

• Public hearing for variance request on S Colbert St (Property ID 46535)
• Consider action on variance request on S Colbert St (Property ID 46535)
• Public hearing for variance request at 511 Ladd St
• Consider action on variance request at 511 Ladd St
• Review of minutes from November 21, 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to change 17.58 acres at 2751 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural to General Commercial. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for various developments.

• Zoning map amendment for 17.58 acres at 2751 FM 1960 from Rural/Agricultural (RA) to General Commercial (GC)
• Preliminary Plat of Sterling Parkway Street Dedication & Reserves Phase 1
• Final Plats of Medina Section 1 and Section 2
• Final Plats for River Ranch River Run Trail Street Dedication Sec 3 and River Ranch Boulevard Street Dedication Phase 5
• Final Plats for River Ranch Meadows Sections 11, 12, and 13