Hamilton public meetings in 2023

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing regarding the funding of a hangar expansion construction project. The board will also consider approving the expansion as an official HEDC project under Texas Government Code Section 505.158.

• Public hearing on corporation funding for a hangar expansion construction project
• Consideration of approval for the hangar expansion project

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is holding a called meeting to consider and possibly act on a candidate for the Appraisal Board and to decide how votes will be allocated to the nominee(s). The agenda includes public comments and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Consideration and/or action on candidate for the Appraisal Board
• Consideration of vote allocation to the nominee(s)

Main Street Advisory Board

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular business meeting. The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will be present at the Main Street Christmas event on December 16 at 8:30 a.m. at 108 N. Bell Street. No decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Notice of quorum for Main Street Christmas event
• Event at 108 N. Bell Street, Hamilton, TX
• Posted by Kayla Schraub, Main Street Manager

City Council Meetings

The agenda for the Hamilton City Council meeting on December 14, 2023, contains only a reference to a PDF document and no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are contained in the attached PDF, which is not provided here.

• No specific agenda items listed in the provided text

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will consider actions regarding the EDC Director position and the appointment of new board and chair members. The board will also discuss strategic planning and the use of Type B Funds for an airport project.

• Notice of 60-day comment period on using Type B Funds for an Airport Project
• Action on the EDC Director position and assistant position job posting
• Removal of Jamie LaDuke from MC Bank and Cadence Bank signatures
• Approval of new board and chair members
• Discussion of EDC Bylaws and 3-5 year plans

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is holding a called meeting to consider a 2023 employee complaint. The council will discuss the complaint in executive session (personnel matters) and may take action after reconvening in open session. The agenda also includes public comments and an administrative report on city projects.

• Consideration and/or action on a 2023 employee complaint
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 (personnel matters)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Administrative report on city projects

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is holding a quorum meeting to discuss updates, timelines, and decorating light poles for the Christmas Committee. The meeting is scheduled for November 27, 2023, at 108 N. Bell Street.

• Discussion of Christmas event updates and timelines
• Decorating light poles for the holiday season

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss options for a possible disc golf tournament in December. The agenda includes public comments and a single discussion item, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of options for a possible disc golf tournament in December

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a proposed restriction on E-cigarette, Smoke, Tobacco, or Head Shops within city limits, and a Special Use Permit for an accessory wood shop at 638 E Hill. Public comments are invited on these items. The meeting is a regular session with no other substantive agenda items.

• Proposed restriction on E-cigarette, Smoke, Tobacco, or Head Shops inside city limits
• Special Use Permit for an accessory building (wood shop) at 638 E Hill

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will meet to consider action on a board member position and approve minutes from October 18, 2023. The board will also receive informational updates from various committees and the Main Street Manager.

• Consideration and/or action of board member position
• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Economic Vitality Committee update on grants, projects, and events
• Promotion Committee update on Halloween and Imagine the Possibilities
• Main Street Manager report on light pole locations and City Council updates

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meets to discuss park operations and future planning. Items include reviewing dog park expenses, updating vandalism-proof restroom installations, discussing City Lake's future, and planning park functions for the April 2024 total solar eclipse. The board will also review Chapter 38 of the city code to recommend seat replacements and clarify term lengths.

• Review of Code of Ordinances Chapter 38; identify empty seats and recommend replacements to City Council
• Review/update of Dog Park and associated expenses
• Update on installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks
• Discussion of park functions for Total Eclipse on April 8, 2024
• Future agenda items: adopt-a-park promotion, frisbee golf tournaments, Blue Cross and Blue Shield fitness campaign

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will discuss staffing for the EDC Director position and a memorandum of understanding for the Hamilton Main Street Program. The board will also consider budget increases for a sidewalk improvement grant project.

• Potential contract services with Mundo and Associates for an EDC Director position
• Posting of the HEDC Director job position
• Hamilton Main Street Program Memorandum of Understanding between HEDC and the City of Hamilton
• Budget increases to the sidewalk improvement grant project
• Annual employee reviews for the HEDC Director and Hamilton Main Street Manager

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including approving the October financial report, obtaining an appraisal of the fire station property for a potential future sale, and approving a study to upgrade the city's water meter system. The consent agenda includes grants for airport maintenance, police equipment, and body armor, as well as agreements and resolutions for various programs.

• Approve resolution for TxDOT Routine Airport Maintenance Program Grant
• Approve MOU for Mainstreet Program with Hamilton EDC
• Approve resolution for EPA Brownfields grant project implementation
• Approve resolution for FY24 Justice Assistance Grant for police unit purchase
• Approve resolution for rifle-resistant body armor grant (BAGP)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will consider resolutions to amend its FY 2022-2023 and FY 2023-2024 budgets, including reinstating administrative line items. The board will also vote on a resolution declaring the City Council's actions as erroneous, retaliatory, and illegal, and may approve a conditional separation agreement for Executive Director Jamie LaDuke. The agenda includes a public comment period and consent agenda.

• Resolution approving amended FY 2022-2023 budget changes
• Resolution approving amended FY 2023-2024 budget with full reinstatement of Personnel and Legal Fees
• Resolution declaring City Council comments and budget alterations as erroneous, retaliatory, and illegal
• Resolution to extend City insurances and benefits to HEDC directors, employees, and volunteers
• Conditional separation agreement for Executive Director Jamie LaDuke

City Council Meetings

This is a notice that a quorum of the Hamilton City Council may be present at the Hamilton Soaring Club Quarterly Meeting, not a regular council meeting. No decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Notice of quorum for Hamilton Soaring Club Quarterly Meeting
• Event at Hamilton Municipal Airport, 439 FM 3302, Hamilton, TX 76531
• Posted at City Hall on October 18, 2023, at 9:15 a.m.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review and discuss several park-related items, including a possible dog park location and costs, options for park functions during the April 2024 total eclipse, pickleball courts, and installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks. The board will also review Chapter 38 of the Code of Ordinances to identify empty seats and clarify term lengths for recommendations to the City Council. No final decisions are noted on the agenda; most items are updates or reviews.

• Review possible dog park location and associated expenses
• Review options for park functions for total eclipse on April 8, 2024
• Update on pickleball courts
• Update on installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks
• Review Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 for board seat vacancies and term lengths

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider approving the minutes from the September 20 special meeting and elect officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary). Committee updates on grants, events, and projects are informational only.

• Approval of September 20, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Election of officers: President, Vice-President, Secretary
• Economic Vitality Committee update on grant and project ideas
• Promotion Committee update on Halloween and Imagine the Possibilities
• Design Committee update on park grounds

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to review September 2023 financial reports and discuss economic development projects, including the Parking Lot and Thompson Building projects, in executive session. The board will also evaluate the performance, salary, and benefits of the Executive Director and Main Street Program Manager. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and an executive director's report.

• Discussion and action on September 2023 financial reports
• Executive session on economic development projects (Parking Lot Project, Thompson Building Project)
• Executive session on performance, salary, and benefits of Executive Director and Main Street Program Manager
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2023 regular meeting
• Executive Director's report on required trainings and weekly report procedures

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 12, 2023, to consider several agenda items, including a $500,000 EPA Brownfields Cleanup grant application for the Grogan Street Nursing Home, the FY2024 budgets for the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Corporation, and a specific use permit for 616 E Pierson. The council will also enter executive session to discuss litigation involving the Economic Development Corporation.

• EPA Brownfields Cleanup grant application for $500,000 for Grogan Street Nursing Home
• Approve Hamilton Chamber of Commerce FY2024 budget and hotel/motel occupancy tax report
• Approve Hamilton Economic Development Corporation 2023-2024 fiscal year budget
• Specific Use Permit for 616 E Pierson (legal description 2 & 63X150 OF 1 BLK 12)
• Resolution nominating a candidate to the Hamilton County Appraisal District Board

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is holding a quorum meeting for the Halloween Committee to discuss updates and timelines for the upcoming event. The meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at 108 N. Bell Street, Hamilton, Texas.

• Discussion of Halloween event updates and timelines

City Council Meetings

This agenda is only a notice that the September 27, 2023 City Council meeting was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The document is a procedural cancellation notice.

• Meeting cancelled for September 27, 2023

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several park projects and events, including a possible dog park, pickleball courts, and planning for the April 2024 total eclipse. They will also review the city's parks code and consider recommendations for board vacancies. The meeting includes public comments and updates on various park improvements.

• Review possible dog park location and expenses
• Update on pickleball courts
• Update on vandalism-proof toilets and sinks installation
• Review options for park functions during total eclipse April 8, 2024
• Presentation of Mainstreets initiative for parks

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving meeting minutes, a new board member, officers, and projects funded with remaining funds. The board will also receive informational updates from committees and the Main Street Manager. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.

• Approve minutes from August 7 and August 28 special called meetings
• Approve one new Main Street Board member
• Approve officers: President, Vice-President, Secretary
• Approve projects for remaining funds
• Committee updates: Economic Vitality (grant), Promotion (Halloween, Imagine the Possibilities), Design (murals, signage), Organization (newsletter)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on the August 2023 financial reports, a payroll solution, moving the Main Street Program Manager's pay from the city to the corporation, and the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The board will also discuss the Executive Director position and receive a report from Executive Director Jamie LaDuke. The agenda includes routine consent items and citizen comments.

• Discussion and action on August 2023 financial reports
• Discussion and action on a payroll solution for the Corporation
• Discussion and action to move Main Street Program Manager's pay from city to Corporation
• Discussion and action on Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget
• Discussion regarding the position of Executive Director

City Council Meetings

This is a procedural agenda for the Hamilton City Council meeting on September 14, 2023. The agenda document is available as a PDF, but no specific items are listed in the provided text.

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will meet to consider ratifying the hiring of Jamie LaDuke as Executive Director, effective September 1, 2023, and to direct staff to seek city council approval for extending all city employee benefits to corporation employees at the corporation's expense, also effective September 1, 2023. The meeting includes public comments and possible executive session.

• Ratify employment of Jamie LaDuke as Executive Director effective September 1, 2023
• Direct staff to seek city council approval for extending city employee benefits to corporation employees at corporation's expense
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
• Possible executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071-551.087

The Board ratified the employment of Jamie LaDuke as Executive Director and directed staff to seek City Council approval to extend city employee benefits to corporation employees. The Board also discussed implementing a more hands-on management approach for the EDC/Main Street Office, including weekly reports and an annual review process.

• Ratified employment of Jamie LaDuke as Executive Director effective September 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to seek city council approval for extension of city employee benefits to corporation employees at corporation's expense effective September 1, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council Meetings

This is a notice of a called meeting of the Hamilton City Council. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or action, only procedural boilerplate.

The council reconvened in open session at 6:45 p.m. Councilmember Jordan moved to ratify the City Administrator’s termination of the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Director, and Councilmember Haggard seconded the motion. The motion passed with three votes in favor, no votes against, and Councilmember George Beard abstaining. Mayor Craddick adjourned the meeting at 6:47 p.m.

• Ratified termination of EDC Director (3-0, 1 abstain)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a called meeting to discuss the Thompson Building, the Downtown Alley and Parking Lot Revitalization project, and consider a resolution authorizing an economic development project with a loan and a Chapter 380 agreement with the city. The agenda includes a public comment period and possible executive session.

• Discussion of Thompson Building collaborations and projects
• Discussion of Downtown Alley and Parking Lot Revitalization project
• Resolution authorizing an economic development project and loan
• Agreement with city of Hamilton under Chapter 380 Texas Local Government Code

The board reviewed a proposal for the Thompson Building to include retail, incubator, and office space. Members discussed a $35,000 quote from Texas New Mexico Power for electrical updates to the alley and parking lot project. A motion to table the Hamilton Municipal Airport Hangar Project resolution failed.

• Motion to table Hamilton Municipal Airport Hangar Project resolution failed

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is holding a called meeting with a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 fiscal year budget and the 2023 city property tax rate. The council will also consider a change order for moving and protecting the city's 14-inch main water line along SH-36 for highway expansion. Public comments are invited, and the meeting is open to in-person and remote participation.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 fiscal year budget
• Public hearing on proposed 2023 city property tax rate
• Consideration of change order for moving and protecting 14-inch main water line along SH-36 for highway expansion

The City Council held two public hearings regarding the Proposed 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget and the Proposed 2023 City Property Tax Rate; no citizen comments were received. No action was taken on the proposed change order for the 14-inch main water line along SH-36.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget held (no comments)
• Public hearing for Proposed 2023 City Property Tax Rate held (no comments)
• Change order for 14-inch main water line along SH-36: no action taken

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to review updates on several park projects, including a possible dog park location and costs, pickleball courts, and vandalism-proof restroom fixtures. The board will also discuss future agenda items such as park events for the April 2024 total eclipse and an adopt-a-park program. Public comments are invited, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review of possible dog park location and associated expenses
• Update on pickleball courts
• Update on installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks
• Discussion of park functions for total eclipse on April 8, 2024
• Promotion of adopt-a-park program

The Board approved the July 20th meeting minutes. Members discussed logistics for a Disc Golf Tournament scheduled for September 2, 2023, and reviewed ongoing projects including a potential dog park and vandalism-proof toilets.

• Approved July 20th meeting minutes

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on August 16, 2023, to consider approving minutes, a new board member, a second term for Mary Owen, officers, string lights, and courthouse signage. The agenda also includes informational updates from committees and the Main Street Manager.

• Approval of July 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of new board member
• Approval of Mary Owen for a second term
• Approval of officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary)
• Approval of string lights and signage for courthouse wall structure

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will consider approving a loan for an economic development project under Chapter 380, a grant application from Wenzel Lonestar Meat, the FY 2023-2024 budget, and officer appointments. The board will also review July minutes and financial reports, and discuss the Main Street update and executive director's report.

• Loan authorization for an Economic Development Project under Chapter 380, Texas Local Government Code
• Wenzel Lonestar Meat – Commercial Building Improvement Grant Application
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget approval
• Appointment of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Appointment of a new board member

The Board approved a commercial building improvement grant for an event center at Wenzel Lonestar Meat and adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget. The Board also nominated Debbie Grieve for a board vacancy and set officer nominations. A decision on a loan for the Hamilton Municipal Airport Hangar Project was tabled.

• Approved Commercial Building Improvement grant for Wenzel Lonestar Meat not to exceed $10,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved July 19, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July 2023 Financial Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted Debbie Grieve's application for EDC Board vacancy (Unanimous)
• Nominated Jared Cook (President), Jeff Ensor (Vice President), Heather August (Secretary), and Debbie Grieve (Treasurer) (Unanimous)
• Tabled Hamilton Municipal Airport Hangar Project loan item to August 30, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will consider approving the July meeting minutes and financial report, a change order for the 14-inch main water line along SH-36, a construction contract for a 6-inch water main on W Henry and N Cage, a zoning amendment for the Hamilton Square Overlay, and road closure time extensions for events. The council will also receive updates on the Jayson Harris Pavilion, United Care, and park disc golf projects.

• Change order for moving/protecting 14-inch main water line along SH-36 for highway expansion
• Resolution awarding construction contract for 6-inch water main on W Henry from N Howard to N Cage and N Cage from SH-36 to W Ross
• Amendment to Code of Ordinances Appendix B Zoning Sec. VII for Hamilton Square Overlay
• Road closure time extension for events on S Bell from HWY 36 to E Leslie and E Henry and N Bell
• Approval of park projects related to disc golf

The City Council approved a bid from Leetech Solutions LLC for water main construction and authorized a temporary road closure for the Chamber of Commerce. A zoning amendment for the Hamilton Square Overlay was sent back to the Planning and Zoning Board for further review.

• Approved July 13th Regular Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July Financial Report (unanimous)
• Resolution #54-23: Authorized temporary road closure for Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Resolution #55-23: Approved Disc Golf Tournament in Pecan Creek Sports Complex (unanimous)
• Sent Hamilton Square Overlay zoning amendment back to Planning and Zoning Board (unanimous)
• Resolution #56-23: Accepted bid from Leetech Solutions LLC for 6-inch water main construction (unanimous)
• Removed change order for 14-inch main line along SH-36 from agenda

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve new park seating in the J.L. Hamilton Plaza and two trash receptacles. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a walking tour of the district. No other major actions are listed.

• Consider approval of park seating in J.L. Hamilton Plaza
• Consider approval of two trash receptacles
• Public comment period (5 minutes per person)
• Walking tour of the district

City Council Meetings

The City Council approved the proposed 2023-2024 City Budget and the 2023 Tax Rate. A bid for sewer mainline replacement was approved, while a change order for a waterline replacement was tabled.

• Approved Resolution #51-23 for sewer mainline replacement at 220 S Bell St (unanimous)
• Tabled change order for SH-36 14-inch AC waterline replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #52-23 regarding Public Hearing for 2023-2024 Proposed Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #53-23 proposing a Tax Rate of $0.4777 per $100 valuation (3-1)
• Approved Proposed 2023-2024 City Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Proposed 2023 Tax Rate (3-2)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to consider approving minutes from June, a seating area behind Outreach Church of Christ, and a window wrap for the Thompson Building. The agenda also includes informational updates from committees and the Main Street Manager on various projects and events.

• Approve June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approve seating area behind Outreach Church of Christ
• Approve window wrap for Thompson Building
• Committee updates: Economic Vitality grant, Promotion walking tour, Design murals/signage, Organization newsletter
• Main Street Manager report: Courthouse Wall Structure, Shop Small Saturday (Nov 25), Pecan Creek Park Movie Series

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to review updates and discuss several park projects, including a possible dog park location, pickleball courts, disc golf tee boxes, and a fitness campaign. The board will also hear about a baseball tournament and tree trimming cleanup, and consider future events for the 2024 total eclipse.

• Update on baseball tournament July 22-23 by HCYAA
• Review of disc golf tee boxes and possible tournament at Dove Festival
• Discussion of tree trimming by TNMP and city liability
• Review of possible dog park location
• Review of pickleball courts and fitness campaign funded by Blue Cross Blue Shield

The Board approved efforts to coordinate a disc golf tournament and investigate Horton Park as a potential dog park location. Members were also authorized to pursue upgrading a church tennis court to pickleball. A fitness campaign was placed on hold due to city budget constraints.

• Approved minutes from April 20th meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved Joseph Polster to coordinate with Chamber of Commerce for a disc golf tournament (Unanimous)
• Approved Diana Freeman to lead investigation into Horton Park for a dog park (Unanimous)
• Approved Rance Phillips and Diana Freeman to pursue pickleball court upgrades at First Presbyterian Church
• Placed National Fitness Campaign on hold due to city budget constraints

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will meet to approve June meeting minutes and financial reports, and hold a workshop for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items, with the budget workshop being the main substantive discussion.

• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 2023 financial reports
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget workshop
• Open forum for citizen comments (5 minutes per person)

The board approved the June 14, 2023, meeting minutes and the June 2023 Financial Report. The Fiscal Year 2023–2024 Budget Proposal was discussed and returned for edits. The board also noted upcoming research on city overlays for the August agenda.

• Approved June 14, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Tabled Fiscal Year 2023–2024 Budget Proposal for edits

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including approving the June financial report, a budget for airport hangar construction, and advertising for bids on a water main project. They will also discuss the proposed 2023-24 city budget in a workshop and receive updates on properties and economic development.

• Budget for construction of airport hangars and associated pavement
• Advertise and receive bids for 6-inch water main on W Henry from N Howard to N Cage and N Cage from ST HWY 36 to W Ross
• Approve Hamilton Economic Development Corporation quarterly financials and reports
• Resolution approving members to Hamilton Economic Development Board of Directors (two-year term)
• Proposed 2023-24 City Budget workshop

The City Council approved bids for water main construction on W Henry St. and N Cage St. The council also appointed new members to the Economic Development and Historic Mainstreet boards. The 2023-24 City Budget was discussed, but no action was taken.

• Approved June 8th Regular Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 29th Called Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June Financial Report with exceptions on two items (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution #47-23 accepting hangar budget (unanimous)
• Approved advertising and receiving bids for 6-inch water main construction on W Henry St. and N Cage St. (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution #48-23 approving Hamilton Economic Development Corporation Quarterly Financials (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution #49-23 appointing Brian Haile to the Hamilton Economic Development Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution #50-23 appointing Cody Lain, Mary Ann Ward, and Elizabeth Graves to the Hamilton Historic Mainstreet Board of Directors (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council approved the 2021-22 Annual City Financial Audit Report, which provided an Unqualified Opinion. A budget item for airport hangars was removed from the agenda, and the 2023-24 City Budget workshop resulted in no action.

• Approved 2021-22 Annual City Financial Audit Report (unanimous)
• Removed Airport Hangars and associated pavement budget item from agenda
• No action taken on Proposed 2023-24 City Budget workshop

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and review several park projects and potential initiatives. Items include a possible baseball tournament, disc golf tee boxes, tree trimming, a dog park location, pickleball courts, and a fitness campaign funded by Blue Cross Blue Shield. The board will also consider future agenda items for the 2024 total eclipse and frisbee golf tournaments.

• Review of possible baseball tournament in July from Barney Kele, HCYAA
• Update on addition of tee boxes for Disc Golf Course
• Review of tree trimming and removal by TNMP on May 2nd
• Review of possible location for Dog Park
• Review of fitness campaign supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield funds

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will consider approving grant applications for Makayla's Kravery Co. and TX Coffee, as well as reimbursing lifeguard training certifications. The board will also discuss the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget and economic development sales tax workshops.

• Start-up Business Grant – Makayla's Kravery Co.
• Commercial Property Signage Grant – Makayla's Kravery Co.
• Commercial Property Signage Grant – TX Coffee
• Reimbursement of Lifeguard Training Certifications
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Workshop – July 19, 2023

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation approved funding for a business start-up grant and commercial signage. The board also approved lifeguard training reimbursements and appointed a new board member.

• Approved $5,800 for a new oven and sink for Makayla Grissam (unanimous)
• Approved $2,152.93 reimbursement to Erika Chew for commercial building signage (unanimous)
• Approved $600 reimbursement for lifeguard training certification for three seasonal lifeguards (unanimous)
• Accepted Brian Haile's application for the remaining EDC Board position (unanimous)
• Approved May 17, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council approved funding agreements for the Hamilton Municipal Airport and commercial building improvements for Companion Senior Care. The council also elected Todd Jordan as Mayor Pro Tem and appointed two members to the Economic Development Board of Directors.

• Approved May 11 and May 22 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #40-23 for temporary road closure on E Henry St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #41-23 for temporary road closure on N. Taylor St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #42-23 to intervene in Railroad Commission of Texas proceeding (unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #43-23 for Hamilton Municipal Airport Improvement Project funding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #44-23 for commercial building improvements to Companion Senior Care (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #45-23 appointing Richard Buchanan and Clint Cooper to Economic Development Board (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council met to consider one item regarding equipment procurement. The council unanimously approved the purchase of a leased CAT416 Backhoe Loader.

• Approved Resolution #36-23 for the purchasing of leased CAT416 Backhoe Loader (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The board approved grants for a start-up business, commercial building improvements, and workforce development. It also approved a funding agreement for the Hamilton Municipal Airport Improvement Project and appointed two new board members.

• Approved $3,074 start-up grant for Makayla’s Kravery Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 commercial building improvement grant and $6,000 workforce development grant for BreAnna Bullard (unanimous)
• Approved funding agreement and resolution for the Hamilton Municipal Airport Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Richard Buchanan and Clint Cooper to the EDC Board of Directors effective June 1, 2023
• Approved March 15, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March and April 2023 Financial Reports (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

City Council approved the purchase of a 2018 CAT 416 Backhoe Loader and authorized the Code Enforcement Officer to serve citations. The council also approved several resolutions regarding utility rate changes, transportation grants, and board appointments.

• Approved denial of Texas-New Mexico Power Company rate change application (Unanimous)
• Approved application for TxDOT 2023 transportation alternatives set-aside projects (Unanimous)
• Authorized Liberty Fireworks for Fourth of July 2023 display (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 Financial Report (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of leased 2018 CAT 416 Backhoe Loader via Extraco Bank loan (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Jim Summers to Upper Leon River Municipal Water District Board (Unanimous)
• Appointed Code Enforcement Officer to serve citations for Municipal Code violations (Unanimous)
• Approved membership with Texas Interlocal Purchasing Systems and 4T Partnership services (Unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider and possibly approve a bid from Leetech Solutions, LLC for sewer mainline replacement at West Grogan and South Price. The agenda contains only this one action item, plus adjournment, and is otherwise procedural.

• Consideration and/or action on approving Leetech Solutions, LLC bid for sewer mainline replacement at West Grogan and South Price

The City Council held an emergency meeting to address sewer infrastructure. The council unanimously approved a bid for mainline replacement at a specific intersection.

• Approved Resolution #32-23 for Leetech Solutions, LLC bid of $55,000 for sewer mainline replacement at West Grogan and South Price (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board heard a presentation from Scott Witschorke regarding disc golf course development but stated they are only seeking improvements for tournament play. Members were assigned to research the development of a dog park and pickleball.

• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Accepted assistance from Scott Witschorke for disc golf tee pad locations
• Assigned Diana Freeman to research doggie park development
• Assigned Lee Haslam to research pickleball development
• Set next meeting for May 18 at 6:00pm

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to approve March minutes, select a new board member from applicants, appoint a secretary, and consider a Quarter 2 T-Mobile grant. Committee updates on economic vitality, promotion, design, and organization will be shared for information only. The meeting is open to the public with a five-minute comment limit per person.

• Approve March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approve board vacancy applicants
• Appoint new secretary
• Consider Quarter 2 T-Mobile Grant
• Informational updates: Economic Vitality, Promotion, Design, Organization committees

City Council Meetings

City Council approved several economic development grants for downtown signage and building improvements. The council also authorized airport hangar rates and a road closure for an Earth Day festival. A $300,000 infrastructure project was tabled.

• Extended Ryan Polster's contract by one year with a 3% raise (unanimous)
• Approved Hamilton EDC funds for signage, awning, and façade improvements for Hamilton Printing and Heritage Place 1888 (unanimous)
• Approved Hamilton EDC commercial building improvements for Hamilton Printing (unanimous)
• Approved $7,616.06 from Hamilton EDC for the Disc Golf Course Project (unanimous)
• Approved $8,055 for economic development marketing publications and media (unanimous)
• Approved $2,890 reimbursement to Grain Drafthouse & Eatery for Tacos and Tequila event marketing (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #05-23 for Hamilton Municipal Airport hangar rates (unanimous)
• Tabled the $300,000 Street, Site and Related Infrastructure Improvement Project (unanimous)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving prior meeting minutes and purchasing benches, flower pots for planting, and wireless speakers. The agenda also includes informational updates from committees and staff on grants, festivals, and projects.

• Consideration and/or action to approve December 14, 2022 minutes
• Consideration and/or action to approve February 15, 2023 minutes
• Consideration and/or action of purchasing benches
• Consideration and/or action of flower pots - planting
• Consideration and/or action of Wireless Speakers

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review a change to its configuration approved by City Council, discuss tree trimming by TNMP during Arbor Day, and review findings on a disc golf upgrade aimed at attracting tournaments. The board will also prioritize a list of park projects and consider future agenda items, including funding recommendations.

• Review change to Park Board configuration approved by City Council
• Review possible tree trimming/removal by TNMP during Arbor Day, April 28
• Review findings for Disc Golf Upgrade to bring tournaments
• Prioritize projects: fix playground equipment, tee off pads, skate park, sprinkler issues, doggie park, restrooms, pickle ball, soccer golf, softball field
• Discuss funding sources, budget, partnerships, social media manager, park patrols/safety

The Board reviewed changes to its membership configuration and received funding from the EDC for disc golf improvements. Members discussed potential projects including a dog park, pickleball courts, and tree trimming.

• Approved January 19th meeting minutes (3-1 abstain)
• Confirmed Board configuration change to 7 voting members and 2 ex officio members
• Received $8,120.96 from EDC for concrete tee pads and hole identification at the Disc Golf Course

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will consider approving minutes, financial reports, two grant applications, a community improvement project, annual debt relief for the airport hangar project, a new board member, and marketing funds for a local event. The board will also receive updates on the Main Street program and the downtown alley and parking lot revitalization project.

• Commercial Property Signage Grant for Texas Legacy Insurance Group, 700 E Main Street
• Start-up Business Grant for Gypsy Greens Market
• Community Improvement Project funding of $8,120.96
• Annual debt relief of $30,000 for Hamilton Municipal Airport 2023 Hangar Project
• Marketing funds up to $8,000 for Tequila and Tacos event on May 5, 2023

The board approved a debt relief agreement for the Hamilton Municipal Airport and granted funding for a disc golf course improvement project. Several business grants were approved for signage and start-up expenses. The board also appointed a new member pending city council approval.

• Approved debt relief for Hamilton Municipal Airport not to exceed $30,000/year or $120,000 total (unanimous)
• Approved $8,120.96 for disc golf course community improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved start-up business grant for Gypsy Greens Market not to exceed $6,000 (unanimous)
• Approved marketing funds not to exceed $8,000 for Tacos and Tequila event (unanimous)
• Approved commercial signage grant for Texas Legacy Insurance Group not to exceed $1,131 (unanimous)
• Appointed Heather August to the HEDC Board pending city council approval (unanimous)
• Approved February 15, 2023 minutes (unanimous; 2 abstentions)
• Approved January and February 2023 Financial Reports (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council canceled the May 6, 2023, municipal election after certifying candidates as unopposed. The council also approved several economic development projects and airport hangar construction. Additionally, a new Associate Municipal Judge was appointed.

• Canceled May 6, 2023 Municipal Election (unanimous)
• Appointed Charles Buenger as Associate Municipal Judge (unanimous)
• Approved budget and finance options for airport hangars and pavement (3-1)
• Approved franchise agreement with ATMOS Energy Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved Right-of-Entry agreement for improvement project in alley between E. Henry St., N Railroad Ave., E. Main St., and N Bell St. (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Resolution #19-23 for Economic Development Corporation infrastructure project (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Resolutions #20-23 and #21-23 for Hamilton Printing improvements (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Resolution #22-23 for Heritage Place 1888 improvements (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is holding a called meeting to consider extending a road closure time for events at Pecan Creek Outfitters on a portion of E Henry St. from HWY 281 to N Bell St. The agenda also includes public comments and future agenda items. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Consideration of road closure time extension for Pecan Creek Outfitters events on E Henry St. from HWY 281 to N Bell St.

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution to temporarily close a road for Pecan Creek Outfitters on March 4, 2023. The closure is authorized for a period exceeding four hours.

• Approved Resolution #16-23 for temporary road closure for Pecan Creek Outfitters (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is giving notice that a quorum may be present at a Newly Elected Officials Class on February 21, 2023, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2180 N. Main St., Belton, Texas. This is a training/educational event, not a regular business meeting, and no specific decisions or agenda items are listed.

• Newly Elected Officials Class on Feb. 21, 2023, 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Location: 2180 N. Main St., Belton, Texas 76513
• Notice posted Feb. 8, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. by City Secretary Brooke Tomlinson
• ADA accommodation requests due 48 hours prior; contact 254-386-8116

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council is holding a meeting to determine the future needs of the Community Center. This is a discussion-focused session, not a voting meeting, and no specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of future needs of the Community Center
• Meeting held at 110 E. Main St., Hamilton, Texas

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss tree trimming/removal by TNMP around Arbor Day, review findings on disc golf course upgrades for tournaments, and prioritize a list of park projects. The board will also consider future agenda items like park lighting and dog park findings. This is a regular working meeting with public comment allowed.

• Review possible tree trimming/removal by TNMP during Arbor Day (April 28)
• Review findings for Disc Golf Upgrade to bring tournaments
• Prioritize projects: fix playground equipment, disc golf tee pads, skate park, sprinkler system, doggie park, outside restrooms at Fair Park, pickleball, soccer golf, Field #3 softball field
• Discuss funding sources, budget, partnerships, social media manager, park patrols/safety
• Future agenda items: lighting for parks and swimming pool, doggie park findings

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will consider approving several grants, including a downtown facade improvement grant for Heritage Place 1888 and three grants for Hamilton Printing. They will also discuss right-of-entry agreements for improvement projects and a corporate resolution for street and infrastructure work. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and financial reports, plus a presentation by Justin Caraway of The Grain.

• Downtown Signage, Awning and Façade Improvement Grant for Heritage Place 1888, Kevin and Wendy Cude, 102 N. Bell Street
• Commercial Building Improvement Grant for Hamilton Printing, Jay and Stephanie McDaniel, 206 N. Bell Street
• Start-up Business Grant for Hamilton Printing, Jay and Stephanie McDaniel, 206 N. Bell Street
• Right-of-Entry agreement for improvement project at 215 E. Main Street with the Watsons
• Right-of-Entry agreement for alley improvement between E. Henry Street, N. Railroad Avenue, E. Main Street and N. Bell Street with the City of Hamilton

The board approved several improvement grants for businesses on N. Bell Street and authorized two Right-of-Entry agreements for improvement projects. A corporate resolution for street and site infrastructure improvements was also approved.

• Approved January 18, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled January 2023 Financial Report
• Approved Heritage Place 1888 awning and facade grants, not to exceed $7,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved Hamilton Printing Commercial Building Improvement Grant, not to exceed $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Hamilton Printing Start-up Business Grant, not to exceed $3,195 (unanimous)
• Approved Hamilton Printing awning and facade grants, not to exceed $7,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved Right-of-Entry agreement for project at 215 E. Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Right-of-Entry agreement with City of Hamilton for alley improvement project (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council approved several administrative appointments and budget amendments. Key infrastructure decisions included awarding a water line construction contract and selecting a manager for airport hangar construction.

• Approved construction contract for 14-inch main water line using ductile iron pipe (4-1)
• Selected Don Jackson Construction Inc. for airport hangar and pavement construction
• Appointed Ashley Fry as Municipal Court Clerk for 16 months
• Appointed Johnny Slough as Municipal Judge for 16 months
• Approved Ordinance #01-23 amending the FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget
• Approved purchase of rifle resistant body armor via grant
• Approved application for Justice Assistance Grant for police equipment
• Appointed Norman Horner and Jeff Sweeten to Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council Meetings

This is a notice that a quorum of the Hamilton City Council may attend the Annual Hamilton Ambassador Workshop on February 4, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 108 N Bell St. No official decisions or votes are listed on this agenda; it is a procedural notice for a workshop event.

• Annual Hamilton Ambassador Workshop
• Quorum of governing body may be present
• Meeting at 108 N Bell St., Hamilton, TX
• Notice posted December 29, 2022

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review and prioritize park equipment issues, discuss a disc golf upgrade to attract tournaments, and consider a list of recommended projects including playground repairs, skate park fixes, and a dog park. The board will also address concerns about city employee information requests and future agenda items like park lighting.

• Review list of all park equipment and issues; prioritize list
• Review findings for Disc Golf Upgrade to bring tournaments
• Recommended projects include fixing playground equipment, tee off pads, skate park, sprinkler system, dog park, outside restrooms, pickle ball, soccer golf, and Field #3 softball field
• Discuss funding sources, budget, and partnerships
• Future agenda items: lighting for parks and swimming pool, dog park findings

The Board approved the October 20th meeting minutes and reviewed a list of park equipment needs. Members discussed prioritizing projects for potential EDC grants, including disc golf tee boxes and playground repairs.

• Approved October 20th meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, and discuss a city proposal for a permanent chlorine injection system. They will also hear updates on the parking lot revitalization project, Hamilton Square ordinance, and grant applications.

• City of Hamilton Proposal – Permanent Chlorine Injection System
• Annual Hamilton Ambassadors Workshop – February 4, 2023
• Keep Hamilton Beautiful / Household Chemical Clean Up – February 25, 2023
• Parking Lot Revitalization Project update
• Transportation Alternatives Grant / Brownfields Grant update

The board approved the November 16, 2022, meeting minutes and the financial reports for November and December 2022. The city withdrew a funding request for a chlorine injection system after receiving an $84,000 grant from the Leon Bosque Resource Conservation and Development Council.

• Approved November 16, 2022, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 2022 and December 2022 Financial Reports (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 12, 2023, to consider several resolutions, including a lease agreement with Climavision Operating, LLC to install a weather radar system on the East Water Tower, and a bid for permanent chlorination systems at the water plant and booster pump station. The council will also review financial reports, approve the May 6 municipal election order, and accept police reports. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval and public comments.

• Resolution approving lease with Climavision Operating, LLC for weather radar on East Water Tower
• Resolution ordering May 6, 2023 municipal election and appointing election judges
• Resolution approving bid for permanent chlorination systems at City Water Plant on HWY 22E and Booster Pump Station at N. Lemmons St. and Park Rd.
• Review and approve bulk waste/brush permit and fee schedule
• Accepting Hamilton Police Department 2021 Annual Crime Report

City Council approved several resolutions including a bid for permanent chlorination systems at the water plant and booster pump station. The council also ordered the May 6, 2023 municipal election and approved a bulk waste permit and fee schedule.

• Approved December 8 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2022 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Climavision Operating, LLC for weather radar on East Water Tower (unanimous)
• Ordered May 6, 2023 Municipal Election and appointed judges (unanimous)
• Approved bid for Permanent Chlorination Systems at City Water Plant and Booster Pump Station (unanimous)
• Nominated Todd Jordan to the Hamilton County Appraisal District Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Approved Bulk Waste/Brush Permit and Fee Schedule (3-1)
• Approved Hamilton Police Department Racial Profiling Report and 2022 Annual Crime Report (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular meeting. The Hamilton City Council may be present for a Volunteer Fire Department celebration on January 6, 2023, at First Baptist Church. No official business or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Notice of quorum for Volunteer Fire Department celebration
• Event at First Baptist Church, 220 S Bell St., Hamilton, Texas
• Notice posted December 29, 2022, by City Secretary Brooke Tomlinson