Converse, TX

City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will hold public hearings and consider a special use permit for an asphalt plant on a 26.84-acre property east of FM 78, as well as an ordinance amending Chapter 50 (sections 50-138 and 50-254). The council will also take first readings on ordinances addressing short-term rentals, municipal court jurisdiction, and records management, along with several items related to the Converse Economic Development Corporation, including a management services agreement, budget adoption, and strategic plan. The agenda also includes recognitions, staff reports, and an executive session on personnel matters.

• Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit for asphalt plant on 26.84-acre property east of FM 78 between Legion Dr E and Kneupper Rd (Property ID #1460638)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 723-2026 adding Short-Term Rentals regulations to Chapter 10, Article IV
• First reading of Ordinance No. 617-2026 amending Chapter 50, Sections 50-138 and 50-254
• Approval of Management Services Agreement between City of Converse and Converse Economic Development Corporation
• Adoption of Converse Economic Development Budget for FY 2026/2027 (Resolution No. 771-2026)

City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will hold public hearings and consider a special use permit for an asphalt plant on a 26.84-acre property east of FM 78 between Legion Dr E and Kneupper Rd. They will also take first readings on ordinances addressing short-term rentals, municipal court jurisdiction, and zoning amendments, plus discuss infrastructure projects and economic development items. The agenda includes recognitions, staff reports, and a closed executive session on personnel matters.

• Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit for asphalt plant on 26.84 acres east of FM 78 (Property ID #1460638)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 723-2026 adding Short-Term Rentals regulations to Chapter 10
• First reading of Ordinance No. 617-2026 amending Chapter 50 Sections 50-138 and 50-254
• First reading of Ordinance No. 510-2026 expanding Municipal Court jurisdiction under § 29.003 of the Government Code
• Approval of Management Services Agreement with Converse Economic Development Corporation and adoption of EDC budget for FY 2026/2027

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council Special City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve two ordinances that would call special elections in November 2026: one to reauthorize a 1/4% street maintenance sales tax, and another on whether to continue using VIA transit services. The council will also receive a presentation and discussion of the proposed FY 2026/2027 budget and tax rate. The agenda includes public comment and routine procedural items.

• Ordinance No. 224-2026: call special election to reauthorize 1/4% street maintenance local sales & use tax (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 224-2026A: call special election on whether to continue using VIA services (second reading)
• Presentation and discussion of proposed FY 2026/2027 budget and tax rate

City Council Special City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action on two ordinances calling for special elections: one to reauthorize a 1/4% street maintenance sales tax, and another on whether to continue using VIA transit services. The council will also receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget and tax rate. Public comment is allowed during the Citizens to Be Heard portion.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 224-2026 for a special election to reauthorize the 1/4% street maintenance sales tax expiring November 6, 2026
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 224-2026A for a special election on continuing VIA transit services, to be held November 3, 2026
• Presentation and discussion of the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget and tax rate

Economic Development Board of Directors Meeting

The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to handle routine business, including approving minutes and financial reports, and to discuss a business luncheon and board resolution procedures. The board will also enter executive session for closed economic development negotiations and real property deliberations, with possible action after reconvening.

• Business Spotlight presentation by KD Logo
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2026 and July 14, 2026 meetings
• Approval of financial and investment reports through June 2026
• Discussion and action on business luncheon and board volunteer participation
• Executive session for economic development negotiations (551.087) and real property deliberation (551.072)

Economic Development Board of Directors Meeting

The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will meet to handle routine business, including approving minutes and financial reports, and to discuss a business luncheon and board resolution procedures. The board will also enter closed session for economic development negotiations and real property deliberations, with possible action after reconvening.

• Presentation by KD Logo
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2026 and July 14, 2026 meetings
• Approval of financial and investment reports through June 2026
• Discussion and action on business luncheon and board volunteer participation
• Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.087 and 551.072 for economic development and real property

Economic Development Board of Directors Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will review financial and investment reports through June 2026. The agenda includes discussions regarding a business luncheon, board volunteer participation, and procedures for using board resolutions.

• Business Spotlight presentation by KD Logo
• Discussion regarding Business Luncheon and Board Volunteer Participation
• Discussion regarding procedures for the use of Board Resolutions
• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations
• Executive session regarding deliberation regarding real property

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Converse Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including selecting a consultant for design work at North Park and City Park, electing officers, reviewing bylaws, and planning upcoming events. The agenda also includes an executive session on personnel matters regarding commissioner conduct.

• Consultant selection for design work at North Park and City Park
• Election of officers for the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Finalize details for End of Summer Pool Party on August 28, 2026
• Plan Trunk or Treat event on October 30, 2026, at North Park
• Executive session on personnel matters (commissioner conduct)

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Converse Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and select a consultant for design work at North Park and City Park. The board will also finalize details for the End of Summer Pool Party on August 28, 2026, and plan the Trunk or Treat event on October 30, 2026, at North Park. Other items include electing officers, approving minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and action on consultant selection for North Park and City Park design
• Finalize details for End of Summer Pool Party on August 28, 2026
• Plan Trunk or Treat event on October 30, 2026, at North Park
• Election of commission officers
• Executive session on personnel matters (commissioner conduct)

City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will hold a public hearing on a replat at Wurzbach and Lahm, then vote on second readings for boarding home fees and animal control ordinances. New business includes possible Stage I water restrictions, a replat approval, a parking variance, a soccer park agreement, transferring water service to SAWS, ordering a general election for council seats, and special elections on street maintenance tax and VIA transit service. The council will also set dates for public hearings on the FY 2026/2027 budget and the 2026 tax rate.

• Public hearing on Replat #2026-001, 0.272 acres at 10023 & 10027 Wurzbach St, creating 1 residential lot
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 620-08-2026A establishing fees and penalties for boarding/group home permits
• Discussion on implementing Stage I Water Restrictions for Converse Water Department
• Resolution No. 887-2026 to transfer water service area to SAWS and authorize CCN transfer
• Ordering a general election for City Council Places 2, 4, and 6 on November 3, 2026, and special elections on street maintenance tax and VIA services

Ethics Review Board Meeting

The Ethics Review Board will meet to discuss and take action on a draft proposal regarding the Findings of Facts and Conclusion of Laws for Lane v. Suarez. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the June 18, 2026, meeting.

• Draft Proposal of the Findings of Facts and Conclusion of Laws for Lane v. Suarez
• Approval of June 18, 2026, meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

City Council will consider calling several elections for November 3, 2026, including council seats, a street maintenance tax, and the use of VIA services. The body will also discuss implementing Stage I water restrictions and transferring a water service area to SAWS.

• Public hearing on Replat #2026-001 for 10023 & 10027 Wurzbach St (0.272 acres)
• Proposed special election for 1/4% Street Maintenance Local Sales & Use Tax
• Proposed special election on whether to continue using VIA services
• Variance request for off-street parking at the southwest corner of Loop 1604 and Coppergate
• Resolution No. 887-2026 to transfer water service area to San Antonio Water System (SAWS)

City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will hold second readings of three ordinances: recognizing non-profit community benefit, reducing building permit fees for non-profits, and adding natural gas leak emergency response services to an agreement with Emergicon LLC. They will also discuss first readings on boarding/group home fees and animal care services, receive an update on the Toepperwein Road Expansion project, and consider accepting public infrastructure for Knox Ridge phases. An executive session includes consultation with attorney and city manager evaluation.

• Second reading: Ordinance No. 932-2026 recognizing non-profit community benefit
• Second reading: Ordinance No. 633-2026 authorizing reduction of building permit fees for non-profits to city cost
• Second reading: Ordinance No. 735-2026 adding natural gas leak emergency response services and fees to agreement with Emergicon LLC
• Update on Toepperwein Road Expansion project from FM 1976 to Kitty Hawk Rd
• First reading: Ordinance No. 620-08-2026A amending building regulations for boarding/group home fees

Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including building permit fee reductions for non-profits and updated animal care procedures. The body will also review infrastructure acceptance for Knox Ridge and a road expansion project.

• Ordinance No. 633-2026: Reducing building permit fees for non-profit and charitable organizations
• Ordinance No. 735-2026: Adding natural gas leak emergency response services and fees with Emergicon LLC
• Ordinance No. 717-2026: Amending animal management and Animal Care Services operations
• Toepperwein Road Expansion Project briefing from FM 1976 to Kitty Hawk Rd
• Resolution No. 891-2026: Requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board

Economic Development Board of Directors Meeting

The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will consider adopting the FY 2026/2027 budget, a corporation plan, articles of incorporation, and a management services agreement. The board will also hold closed executive sessions for economic development negotiations, real property deliberation, and personnel matters. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Discussion and action on adoption of FY 2026/2027 budget
• Adoption of the Corporation Plan
• Adoption of Articles of Incorporation
• Discussion and action on Management Services Agreement
• Executive session for economic development negotiations and real property matters

Economic Development Board of Directors Meeting

The Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss the adoption of the FY 2026/2027 budget and the Corporation Plan. The board will also consider the Articles of Incorporation and a Management Services Agreement.

• Adoption of the FY 2026/2027 Budget
• Adoption of the Corporation Plan
• Articles of Incorporation
• Management Services Agreement
• Business spotlight presentation by M & M Donuts

City Council Budget Workshop (#2)

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to present and discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. The meeting includes a period for citizens to address the council on any issues and concerns.

• Presentation and discussion of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget

Parks and Recreation Meeting

The Converse Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and take action on a field leasing contract for Mason Rankin with Mission City Soccer for a football field at City Park. The commission will also finalize details for the Back-to-School Event/Backpack Giveaway and consider a second Dive In Movie. Other items include a budget increase request for FY2026, plans for a Trunk or Treat event, and election of officers.

• Discussion and action on field leasing contract for Mason Rankin with Mission City Soccer for football field at City Park.
• Finalizing details for Back-to-School Event/Backpack Giveaway July 25, 2026, at North Park 11am.
• Discussion and action on requesting budget increase and purchase ideas for FY2026.
• Discussion and action on a second Dive In Movie in August.
• Discussion and action on Trunk or Treat Event October 30, 2026, at North Park.

Parks and Recreation Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially take action on a field leasing contract for Mason Rankin with Mission City Soccer for the football field at City Park. Other items include finalizing details for the Back-to-School Event/Backpack Giveaway on July 25, requesting a budget increase for FY2026, planning a second Dive In Movie in August, and a Trunk or Treat event in October. The commission will also elect officers and hear reports.

• Discussion and action on field leasing contract for Mason Rankin with Mission City Soccer at City Park
• Discussion and action on budget increase and purchase ideas for FY2026
• Finalizing details for Back-to-School Event/Backpack Giveaway July 25 at North Park
• Discussion on second Dive In Movie in August
• Discussion on Trunk or Treat Event October 30 at North Park

City Council Budget Workshop (#2)

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to present and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget. This is the second budget workshop for the year.

• Presentation and discussion of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget
• Citizens to be heard on agenda items

City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will discuss and take action on two preliminary plats, including a 72-lot residential subdivision at 101 Peaceful Drive and a 3-lot commercial subdivision at Loop 1604 and Coppergate. The council will also hold first readings of three ordinances: one recognizing non-profit organizations, one reducing building permit fees for non-profits, and one adding natural gas leak emergency response services. An appointment to the Economic Development Board is also on the agenda.

• Discussion and action on Preliminary Plat #2026-004 for 3 commercial lots at Loop 1604 and Coppergate
• Discussion and action on Preliminary Plat #2025-012 for 72 residential lots at 101 Peaceful Dr.
• First reading of Ordinance No. 932-2026 recognizing non-profit organizations
• First reading of Ordinance No. 633-2026 to reduce building permit fees for non-profits
• First reading of Ordinance No. 735-2026 to add natural gas leak emergency response services with Emergicon LLC

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss several new‑business items, including two preliminary plats for commercial and residential development, ordinances recognizing nonprofit contributions and reducing building‑permit fees for charities, an ordinance to add natural‑gas leak services and fees with Emergicon LLC, and an appointment to the Economic Development Board. All items are slated for discussion and appropriate action (first reading). The meeting also includes a citizens‑to‑be‑heard segment and routine reports.

• Preliminary Plat #2026-004: 15.51 acres, 3 commercial lots at the southwest corner of Loop 1604 and Coppergate
• Preliminary Plat #2025-012 (Peaceful Lane Tract Subdivision): 11.733 acres, 72 residential lots at 101 Peaceful Dr.
• Ordinance No. 735-2026: Add natural‑gas leak emergency response services and associated fees to the Hazard Mitigation Services Agreement with Emergicon LLC
• Ordinance No. 633-2026: Authorize reduction of building‑permit fees for non‑profit and charitable organizations
• Appointment of Luis Serna‑Martinez to the Converse Economic Development Board

Ethics Review Board Meeting

The Ethics Review Board will consider draft proposals of findings of facts and conclusions of law in two ethics complaints: Suarez v. Shaw and Shaw v. Suarez. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 22, 2026 meeting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and legal consultations in five pending cases. After closed session, the board may reconvene to take action on those matters.

• Approval of May 22, 2026, Ethics Review Board Meeting Minutes
• Discussion and action on draft proposal of Findings of Facts and Conclusion of Laws for Suarez v. Shaw
• Discussion and action on draft proposal of Findings of Facts and Conclusion of Law for Shaw v. Suarez
• Executive session on personnel/legal matters: James v. Suarez, Lane v. Suarez, Droneburg v. Suarez, Meyer v. Suarez, James v. Gonzalez
• Potential action after executive session on the same five cases

City Council Meeting

The Converse City Council will consider approving Stage 2 water restrictions under city ordinance and receive an update on the Toepperwein Road Expansion Project from FM 1976 to Kitty Hawk Rd. Old business includes a proclamation to name a city location in honor of Mayor Al Suarez. The meeting also includes consent agenda approval, a recognition of Eagle Scout Xuan Vo, and executive sessions for legal consultation and city manager evaluation.

• Approve minutes of June 2, 2026 regular meeting
• Recognition of Eagle Scout Xuan Vo for flag retirement boxes and West Point acceptance
• Discussion and action on Proclamation No. 748 to name a city location after Mayor Al Suarez
• Briefing and update on Toepperwein Road Expansion Project from FM 1976 to Kitty Hawk Rd
• Discuss and approve Stage 2 Water Restrictions under Ordinance Chapter 46, Article IV

Planning and Zoning Commission

Economic Development Board of Directors Meeting

The Converse Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting to consider consent items including prior meeting minutes and financial reports, hear a presentation from Black Dog Forge, discuss board vacancies, a parks master plan RFP, the upcoming budget and business retention work plan, and go into executive session for economic development negotiations and personnel matters. Public comment is available at the start of the meeting.

• Presentation by Black Dog Forge as business spotlight
• Discussion and action on interviews to fill board vacancy
• Discussion of Parks Master Plan and request for proposal process
• Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget and Business Retention & Expansion Work Plan
• Executive session for economic development negotiations with a business prospect

Parks and Recreation Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider recommending a lease agreement for a football field at City Park, finalize plans for the Back-to-School Event, and discuss trails expansion and beautification. Other items include a reappointment report and planning for National Night Out and Trunk or Treat events.

• Recommend lease agreement for football field at City Park to City Council (Mason Rankin/Mission City Soccer)
• Reappointment of Ra'Chel South as full commission member (report)
• Finalize details for Back-to-School Event/Backpack Giveaway on July 25 at North Park
• Discussion and action on National Night Out event
• Discussion on trails expansion and planting for beautification