Hamilton public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider approving $70,000 in financial support for the VIA development, discuss billboard signage, and review November 2024 financial reports. The board will also discuss committee guidelines and hear the executive director's report on Main Street and downtown updates.

• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and action on November 2024 financial reports
• Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of $70,000 financial support for VIA development
• Discussion of approving billboard signage
• Discussion of committee guidelines

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation approved $61,710 in financial support for the VIA development, a reduction from the requested $70,000. The board also approved the November 2024 financial reports and the previous meeting's minutes. No action was taken on billboard signage, and committee guidelines were only discussed.

• Approved $61,710 for VIA development (5-0)
• Approved November 2024 financial reports (5-0)
• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• No action on billboard signage

City Council Meetings

This emergency City Council meeting will decide whether to authorize the Mayor to execute a temporary staffing contract with Texas First Group, LLC. No other business is on the agenda.

• Authorize the Mayor to execute a temporary staffing contract with Texas First Group, LLC

The Hamilton City Council held an emergency meeting on December 13, 2024, and unanimously approved a motion authorizing the mayor to execute a temporary staffing contract with Texas Frist Group, LLC. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized mayor to execute temporary staffing contract with Texas Frist Group, LLC (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

This called meeting includes deliberations on engaging NewGen Strategies for water and wastewater rate studies, which could lead to utility rate increases. The council will also consider creating an Airport Advisory Board, accepting engineering studies for Hamilton City Lake Dam improvements, and approving an equipment lease-purchase agreement with Cadence Bank. Consent agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Consideration of water and wastewater rate studies by NewGen Strategies & Solutions, LLC
• Presentation by Government Capital Securities Corp to determine loan amounts and associated debt service, including discussion of interest and sinking fund and utility rate increases
• Resolution to create an Airport Advisory Board and appoint seven members
• Resolution accepting engineering hydraulic and hydrologic studies for Hamilton City Lake Dam, a precursor for dam improvements
• Resolution authorizing an equipment lease-purchase agreement with Cadence Equipment Finance

The Hamilton City Council approved several resolutions, including a water/wastewater rate study agreement, creation of an Airport Advisory Board, and acceptance of a dam rehabilitation grant. A loan proposal for lead service line replacement was tabled until January. The council also amended an employee retention agreement and approved an equipment lease.

• Approved November 2024 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #100-24: water/wastewater rate study with Newgen Strategies (unanimous)
• Tabled lead service line loan proposal until January meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #101-24: employee retention agreement with reimbursement amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #102-24: Airport Advisory Board creation and appointments (3-1, Beard opposing)
• Approved Resolution #103-24: FY 2024 High Hazard Potential Dam Rehabilitation Grant for City Lake Dam (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #104-24: equipment lease purchase with Cadence Equipment Finance (3-1, Beard opposing)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2024, to deliberate on several items. These include a presentation and possible action on water and wastewater rate studies with NewGen Strategies & Solutions, discussion of loan amounts and debt service with Government Capital Securities Corp., a resolution for an employee retention agreement, creation of an Airport Advisory Board, and acceptance of engineering studies for Hamilton City Lake Dam. The council will also evaluate the City Administrator in executive session.

• Presentation and possible action on water/wastewater rate studies by NewGen Strategies & Solutions
• Discussion of loan amounts and debt service with Government Capital Securities Corp.
• Resolution to approve employee retention agreement in exchange for licensing benefits
• Creation of Airport Advisory Board and appointment of seven members
• Resolution to accept engineering studies for Hamilton City Lake Dam improvements

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss potential additions to city recreation facilities. The board is also scheduled to elect its President, Vice President, and Secretary.

• Pickleball court option with First Presbyterian Church
• Dog park options, including fence types and requirements
• Possible splash pad for parks
• Election of President, Vice President, and Secretary

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held a regular meeting on Dec 10, 2024, and approved the minutes from the Nov 12 meeting. The board elected George Beard as President, Kayla Schraub as Vice-President, and Richard Sepolio as Secretary, all unanimously. They discussed but took no formal action on a pickleball court option with First Presbyterian Church, dog park options, and a possible splash pad, scheduling follow-up meetings for Jan 6 and future council presentation.

• Approved minutes from Nov 12 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected George Beard as President (unanimous)
• Elected Kayla Schraub as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Elected Richard Sepolio as Secretary (unanimous)
• Discussed pickleball court option with First Presbyterian Church, no action
• Discussed dog park options, no action
• Discussed splash pad, no action

City Council Meetings

The Governing Body of the City of Hamilton will be present for the City of Hamilton Christmas Party. This is a notice of quorum for the event.

• Christmas Party at Circle T Arena, 4007 TX-36

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider a resolution to participate in the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program for wastewater mainline improvements. The body will also review a presentation on water and sewer rates and base fees.

• Resolution for Texas Community Development Block Grant Program funding for Wastewater Mainline Improvements
• Presentation of Water and Sewer Rates and Base fees by Louis Booth of Texas Rural Water Association

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from October 16, 2024, a budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza, and a partnership with Emily Catoe for a Window Art Program. The board will also engage in strategy planning and discuss upcoming events such as Main Street Christmas. Informational updates include reports on economic vitality and the Main Street manager.

• Discussion and action to approve budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza
• Discussion and action to approve partnership with Emily Catoe – Window Art Program
• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Strategy planning session
• Upcoming events: Main Street Christmas, Movie Night, Market in the Park

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on multiple items, including a proposed annexation agreement for development on US 281 South, water and sewer rate adjustments, and a lease agreement with SRM Concrete. The council will also consider bids for the US 281 Water Project and a resolution to approve the county hazard mitigation plan update.

• Consideration of annexation agreement between City and VIA real estate for development on US 281 South
• Presentation of water and sewer rates and base fees by Texas Rural Water Association
• Consideration of bids for the US 281 Water Project
• Consideration of lease agreement with Hollingshead Materials, LLC (SRM Concrete)
• Consideration of resolution approving Hamilton County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan update

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will discuss and possibly approve grant applications for Copper Garden Floral & Gifts, including a Commercial Improvement Grant and a Commercial Signage Grant. Other agenda items include approving signage on HWY 281 and billboards, allocating $3,000 for KTB Spring Clean Up, and reviewing October 2024 financial reports. The board will also discuss long-term goals and committee assignments.

• Commercial Improvement Grant for Copper Garden Floral & Gifts
• Commercial Signage Grant for Copper Garden Floral & Gifts
• Signage approval for HWY 281
• Billboard signage approval
• $3,000 allocation for KTB Spring Clean Up

Airport Advisory Board

The Hamilton Airport Advisory Board will discuss lessons learned from the 1-26 competition, refine the long-term layout and utilization plan for the airport, receive an update on new hangars and shade hangars, and consider a resignation request from a current board member. No votes are listed on the agenda; all items are discussion only.

• Discussion on lessons learned from the 1-26 competition
• Refinement of the long-term layout and utilization plan for the airport
• Update on new hangars and shade hangars
• Resignation request from a present board member

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council holds a called meeting to conduct a workshop on the 2024 Street Plan. Public comments are invited on agenda items or matters for future study. No other substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Workshop of the 2024 Street Plan

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a called meeting to discuss and potentially approve several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a budget amendment, an application for water system improvement funds, equipment purchases, a startup business loan, and a hazard mitigation grant for a backup generator. Public comments will be heard before deliberations.

• Ordinance amending FY2023-2024 budget (Amendment #3)
• Resolution authorizing application to Texas Water Development Board for water system improvements
• Resolution accepting TDEM hazard mitigation grant to acquire and install permanent backup generator
• Resolution procuring a company to study water and sewer rates
• Resolution authorizing $10,000 startup business loan to Copper Garden Floral & Gifts (second reading)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold its annual and regular meeting on October 16, 2024. The board will consider approving September financial reports, electing officers, and authorizing the sale of a 2013 Ford E45. The executive director will also provide updates on Main Street, a new assistant position, and downtown initiatives. Citizens may address the board on non-agenda items during the public comment period.

• Approval of September 2024 financial reports
• Election of HEDC officers
• Discussion and possible action on selling 2013 Ford E45
• Executive Director's report on Main Street, HEDC assistant position, and downtown updates
• Consent agenda includes approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will meet on October 16, 2024, to discuss and possibly approve a budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza. Other items include approving previous meeting minutes, reviewing the Action Plan, and receiving updates on upcoming events such as Halloween on the Square. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion and possible approval of budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates on October 12 event and Halloween on the Square
• Economic Vitality Committee update
• Main Street Manager report

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss options for a new dog park and a possible splash pad. Members will also consider forming a non-profit organization similar to Friends of Hamilton ISD or Library to support parks. The board will vote on appointing Austin Kleiner to fill a vacant board seat and plan future officer elections.

• Discuss options for a dog park (Agenda Item III)
• Consider implementing a non-profit 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(2) for park support (Item IV)
• Consider a possible splash pad for parks (Item V)
• Appointment of Austin Kleiner to Parks Board position 7 to fill vacancy from Russell Fail resignation (Item VI)
• Future agenda: election of president, vice president, and secretary after new member approval (Item VII)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the water meter reading system and the Economic Development Corporation by-laws. The body will also consider a startup business loan for a local business and a municipal maintenance agreement with TxDOT.

• First reading of a resolution to provide a startup business loan to Copper Garden Floral & Gifts
• Resolution for a Master Project Agreement to upgrade the City of Hamilton Water Meter Reading System
• Road closure time extension for Pecan Creek Outfitters on E Henry from N Bell to HWY281
• Procurement resolution for engineering, architecture, and surveying services for the TxDOT TA Grant Program
• Ordinance to repeal and amend portions of Chapter 38 regarding the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a project to install radio towers for automated meter reading (3-1), a maintenance agreement with TxDOT (3-0), and a startup business loan for Copper Garden Floral & Gifts. The consent agenda was approved with one item pulled and passed separately. No action was taken on the street program discussion.

• Approved consent agenda excluding item 3 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU for transfer of 2010 vehicle from Hamilton General Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #80-24 appointing Terry Baize and Mandy Blackwell to HEDC board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #81-24 authorizing engineering firm procurement for TA Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #82-24 procurement policies for federal grants (unanimous)
• Approved September 2024 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #83-24 amended HEDC By-Laws (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #84-24 startup loan to Copper Garden Floral & Gifts (unanimous)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will consider approving handrails on Henry Street and a budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza. They will also hold a workshop on the FY 2024-2025 budget and discuss the Action Plan. The board will receive updates on events like the Dove Festival and Halloween on the Square.

• Discussion and possible approval of handrails on Henry Street
• Discussion and possible approval of budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza
• FY 2024-2025 Budget Workshop
• Action Plan discussion
• Updates on Dove Festival, Halloween on the Square, and other local events

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

This regular/annual meeting of the Hamilton Economic Development Corporation includes discussion and possible action on August 2024 financial reports, board member recommendations, officer elections, and several grant applications. The board will also consider approving bylaws, a Retail Coach contract, site selectors, and financial support for the Chamber of Commerce Dove Festival Marketing. Additional topics include the annual review, committees, and delivery services.

• Discussion and action on grant applications for Hamilton Country Store (commercial signage and start-up business grant) and Copper Floral and Gifts (start-up business grant)
• Consideration of recommendations for Board members and approval of HEDC officers
• Consideration of approving Bylaws
• Discussion and action to approve financial support for Chamber of Commerce Dove Festival Marketing
• Consideration of approving Retail Coach and Site Selectors

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation met and approved the August 2024 financial reports and the minutes of the August 21, 2024 meeting, both by unanimous votes. The board also discussed delivery services and received updates from the executive director. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 21, 2024 board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 2024 financial reports (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider establishing a non-profit 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(2) organization to support parks, similar to Friends of Hamilton ISD or Library. They will also review options for a dog park and clarify board member term lengths in the code of ordinances. Public comment is invited on agenda items.

• Review and clarify term lengths for board positions in Code of Ordinances Chapter 38
• Review/consider options for a dog park
• Discussion on creating a non-profit 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(2) for parks
• Approve minutes from August 13 meeting
• Future agenda items: election of President, Vice President, and Secretary after new members

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and the proposed 2024 city property tax rate. The council will also consider rescheduling the October 10 regular meeting and approving a memorandum of understanding for the Hamilton Historic Mainstreet Program with the Economic Development Corporation.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 fiscal year budget
• Public hearing on proposed 2024 city property tax rate
• Consideration to reschedule October 10, 2024 regular city council meeting
• Consideration of memorandum of understanding for Hamilton Historic Mainstreet Program

The Hamilton City Council held a called meeting with no public comments on the proposed budget or tax rate. The council unanimously approved a resolution to move the October 10 regular meeting to October 3, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hamilton Economic Development Corporation for the Historic Mainstreet Program. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution #63-24 to reschedule October 10 regular meeting to October 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Hamilton Historic Mainstreet Program MOU with Hamilton EDC (unanimous)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will discuss and possibly approve several items including a T-shirt design, handrails on Henry Street, a budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza, a mural, and a Main Street Main Project. The meeting also includes informational updates from committees on the Dove Festival, Halloween on the Square, and other events. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.

• Discussion and possible approval of T-shirt design
• Discussion and possible approval of handrails on Henry Street
• Discussion and possible approval of budget for concrete pads at J.L. Hamilton Plaza
• Discussion and possible approval of a mural
• Discussion and possible approval of Main Street Main Project

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on July 2024 financial reports, a grant application from Hamilton Floral & Gifts for a Commercial Building Improvement Grant, board member recommendations, a website budget, and approval of Retail Coach and Site Selectors. The board will also consider amended bylaws and discuss 2024-2025 projects and goals.

• Grant application for Hamilton Floral & Gifts (Commercial Building Improvement Grant)
• Approval of Retail Coach contract
• Approval of Site Selectors for this fiscal year
• Approval of amended HEDC Bylaws
• Discussion of 2024-2025 projects and goals

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and possibly act on installing a concrete holding pen for the HCYAA softball field drying agent. They will also review Chapter 38 of the Code of Ordinances, identify vacant board seats, and clarify term lengths for each position.

• Review/action on installation of a concrete holding pen for HCYAA softball field drying agent
• Review of Code of Ordinances Chapter 38
• Identify empty board seats and make recommendations to City Council
• Clarify term lengths for each board position

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved installation of a concrete holding pen for the HCYAA softball field drying agent, with costs covered by HCYAA. The board also approved changes to Chapter 38 of the Code of Ordinances, accepted the resignation of Joseph Polster, and nominated Kayla Schraub and Richard Sepolio to fill vacancies. Meeting time changed to the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm, pending City Council approval.

• Approved concrete pad for HCYAA drying agent near storage building at Pecan Creek Ball Fields (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Joseph Polster
• Nominated Kayla Schraub and Richard Sepolio to fill board vacancies
• Changed meeting time to second Tuesday monthly at 6:30pm (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 Updated Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans, then deliberate several major items including the proposed 2024-25 city budget, 2024 tax rate, the Hamilton Economic Development Corporation's 2024-2025 fiscal year budget, and a contract with KSA Engineers for a lead service line inventory and replacement project funded by the Texas Water Development Board. The consent agenda includes road closures for the Octoberfest and Halloween on the Square events.

• Public hearing on 2024 Updated Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans
• Consent agenda item: Resolution for road closure for Hamilton Historic Main Street Octoberfest and Halloween on the Square
• Consideration of proposed 2024-25 city budget
• Consideration of proposed 2024 tax rate
• Resolution awarding agreement with KSA Engineers for TWDB-funded Lead Service Line Inventory & Replacement Project

The Hamilton City Council unanimously approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 City Budget and the 2024 tax rate via a 5-0 roll-call vote. They also adopted the 2024 Water Conservation Plan, approved the EDC budget and amendments, and removed two EDC board members. The meeting included a public hearing on water plans with no comments.

• Approved FY2024-2025 City Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Tax Rate (5-0 roll-call)
• Adopted Ordinance #8-24, 2024 Water Conservation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #60-24, EDC FY2024-2025 Budget (unanimous)
• Accepted EDC FY2024-2025 Budget Amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions #61-24 and #62-24, removing Clint Cooper and Matthew Flores from EDC Board (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering agreement to KSA Engineers for Lead Service Line Inventory & Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved surplus property sale of 1996 JD 570B Motor Grader, 2004 Dodge pickup, 2007 Dodge pickup (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve financial incentives of up to $125,000 for VIA Real Estate Development. The board will also enter executive session to negotiate incentives for a rural lifestyle retailer. The meeting includes citizen comments and an executive director's report.

• Discussion and possible action on providing up to $125,000 in financial incentives to VIA Real Estate Development
• Executive session to negotiate incentives for a rural lifestyle retailer (Texas Gov’t Code §551.087)
• Citizens comments period for community issues
• Executive Director's report by Kayla Schraub

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation board voted unanimously to approve financial support of up to $125,000 for VIA Real Estate Development, a rural lifestyle retailer, after a presentation and executive session. The motion was made by Richard Buchanan and seconded by Brian Haile, passing 4-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved up to $125,000 financial incentive for VIA Real Estate Development (4-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a called meeting to consider resolutions calling for public hearings on the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and the proposed 2024 property tax rate. They will also receive a presentation on the Hamilton Economic Development Corporation budget and vote on forgiving the remainder of a promissory note to Pederson Natural Farms Inc.

• Resolution calling for public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 budget
• Resolution calling for public hearing on proposed 2024 tax rate
• Consideration of resolution to forgive promissory note to Pederson Natural Farms Inc.
• Presentation of Hamilton Economic Development Corporation proposed budget
• Consideration of proposed 2024-25 city budget and 2024 tax rate

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will meet to consider a T-Mobile grant partnership with the Civic Theatre and review the FY 2023-2024 budget. The board will also discuss event planning for National Night Out, Oktoberfest, Halloween, and Shop Small Saturday.

• Application for T-Mobile Grant-partnership with Civic Theatre
• Review of Main Street FY 2023-2024 Budget
• Rental of Port-a-Potties for National Night Out, Oktoberfest, and Halloween
• Proposal to make "Dinner on Main" an annual event
• Discussion of seating at JL Hamilton Plaza

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) will discuss and potentially take action on June 2024 financial reports, a grant application from Elevate Fitness for a Start-Up Business Grant, approval of grant guidelines and a grant rubric, a budget amendment for FY 2023-2024, and nomination of board officers. The board will also discuss HEDC bylaws and upcoming projects. The consent agenda includes approval of the previous meeting minutes.

• Consideration and action on June 2024 financial reports
• Grant application from Elevate Fitness for a Start-Up Business Grant
• Approval of Grant Guidelines and Grant Rubric
• FY 2023-2024 Budget Amendment
• Nomination of board members for HEDC officer positions

City Council Meetings

This is a notice of a quorum for a Newly Elected Officials Class, not a regular council meeting. The class is procedural training for newly elected officials, with no decisions or discussions on city business.

• Newly Elected Officials Class on July 16, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at CTCOG Offices, 2180 N Main St., Belton, TX

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton City Council will meet on July 11, 2024, to discuss several municipal items. Key topics include a contract for police services from Hamilton County and updates to airport standards. The council will also consider selling surplus police vehicles and property.

• Contract with Hamilton County for police services within city limits
• Sale of selected police vehicles to Hamilton County
• Approval of airport minimum standards for Hamilton Municipal Airport
• Bids for water mainline services under HWY281 South
• Approval of the June financial report

City Council Meetings

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop and consider a resolution for a road closure time extension on E Henry St. The meeting also includes a period for public comments.

• Road closure time extension on E Henry St. for Texas Rose Tattoo 2-year anniversary
• Budget workshop

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The HEDC will review grant applications for Dynamite Daiquiris and Elevate Fitness. The board will also consider $50,000 in match funds for the Downtown Revitalization Grant and up to $70,000 for services at VIA Real Estate Development. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on funding for the 2024 Dove Festival and upcoming budget workshops.

• Grant applications for Dynamite Daiquiris and Elevate Fitness
• $50,000 match funds for Downtown Revitalization Grant
• Up to $70,000 for water services and engineering at VIA Real Estate Development
• $15,000 in financial support for the 2024 Dove Festival
• Transportation Alternatives Grant payment of $10,755 or $35,849

City Council Meetings

The City of Hamilton Governing Body will be present for a TDEM hosted Applicant Briefing Meeting. The event is scheduled to take place at the Hamilton Public Library.

• TDEM hosted Applicant Briefing Meeting

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will meet to approve May 22, 2024 minutes and discuss readjusting committees. The meeting also includes consideration of hosting 'Imagine the Possibilities.' Informational reports will cover the HHMS Survey and the Farmers Market.

• Approval of May 22, 2024 minutes
• Committee readjustments
• Hosting Imagine the Possibilities
• HHMS Survey update
• Farmers Market update

City Council Meetings

The council will deliberate on a contract for police services from Hamilton County and the annexation of land in the Indian Oaks Subdivision. Other items include waste disposal agreements, airport hangar projects, and financial reports.

• Contract with Hamilton County for police services within city limits
• Ordinance of annexation for 405 Navajo Trail
• Waste collection franchise agreement with Waste Connections Lone Star Inc.
• Bid for aircraft shade hangars at the municipal airport
• Sale of selected police vehicles to Hamilton County

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve January minutes and review board governance rules. Members will examine Chapter 38 of the city ordinances, identify open seats for City Council recommendations, and clarify term lengths. The board will also consider installing a concrete holding pen at the HCYAA softball field to manage drying agents on the playing surface.

• Review and action on a concrete holding pen for the HCYAA softball field drying agent
• Approve minutes from the January 18 meeting
• Review City Code Chapter 38 to identify board vacancies and clarify term lengths
• Recommend seat replacements to the Hamilton City Council

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Specific Use Permit for a property located at 410 Navajo Trail. The meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.

• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit at 410 Navajo Trail

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including adding three light poles to Rice Street with banners and contracting with Locable. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting. Informational updates will be provided by various committees on surveys, events, and design projects. The meeting is open to the public with a citizen comment period limited to five minutes per person.

• Discussion and possible action to add three light poles to Rice Street including banners
• Discussion and possible action to contract with Locable
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Informational updates: HHMS Survey, Dinner on Main, Farmer's Market, Color Run, wayfinding signage, Business Spotlight
• Main Street Manager Report and EDC Report on Tarleton Interns

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review and take action on installing a concrete holding pen for the HCYAA softball field drying agent, update the dog park and its expenses, and discuss solutions for getting lifeguards for the pool. 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. Other items include updates on vandalism-proof toilets and sinks, and a report from the Main Street/EDC board.

• Review/Action on installation of a concrete holding pen for HCYAA softball field drying agent
• Review Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 to identify empty seats and clarify term lengths
• Review/Update of Dog Park and expenses associated with it
• Update on installation of vandalism proof toilets and sinks
• Discuss possible solutions to getting lifeguards for the pool

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the April 2024 financial reports, a board position expiring in June, a funding request from Tractor Supply, and grant applications. The board will also consider appointing authorized signatures for the EDC parking lot and discuss revenue-generating ideas. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and reports from the executive director.

• Tractor Supply funding request
• Dynamite Daiquiris Start-Up Business Grant application
• April 2024 financial reports
• Jeff Ensor's board position expiring June 1, 2024
• EDC Parking Lot authorized signatures

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss and possibly approve adding three light poles with banners to Rice Street. They will also consider approving the minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes informational updates from committees and the Main Street Manager, plus an open forum for public comments.

• Discussion and possible action to add three light poles to Rice Street including banners
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Informational updates: Economic Vitality Committee survey, Promotion Committee events (Dinner on Main, Farmer's Market, Color Run), Design Committee (wayfinding signage, landscape), Organization Committee (Business Spotlight, newspaper, newsletter)
• Main Street Manager report on Main Street Now Conference and Leadership Hamilton
• EDC report on Tarleton interns

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation and Hamilton Historic Main Street boards are holding a joint quorum meeting on May 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at 108 North Bell St. The agenda contains only the notice of the meeting and certification of posting; no specific items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Joint quorum of Hamilton EDC and Hamilton Historic Main Street
• Meeting at 108 North Bell St., Hamilton, Texas
• Notice posted May 3, 2024, by Kayla Schraub

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street and Hamilton Economic Development Corporation are holding a joint quorum meeting on May 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at 108 North Bell St. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and certification, with no listed agenda items, so the specific matters to be discussed are not disclosed.

• Joint quorum meeting of Hamilton Historic Main Street and Hamilton EDC
• Meeting at 108 North Bell St., Hamilton, Texas
• Notice posted May 3, 2024, at or before 5:00 p.m.
• No specific agenda items listed in the notice

City Council Meetings

The City of Hamilton Governing Body is meeting to administer the Oath of Office and corresponding Statement of Elected Officer, Oath of Office and Certificate of Election for the Mayor and two Councilmen candidates.

• Administration of Oath of Office for Mayor
• Administration of Oath of Office for two Councilmen candidates

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the annexation of a property in the Indian Oaks Subdivision. Members will also discuss municipal pool staffing, airport hangars, and the canvassing of May 4 election votes.

• Proposed annexation of 0.8495 acres at 405 Navajo Trail (Property ID 18345)
• Road closure time extension on South Bell St. for a Ted Nugent Concert
• Review of public works project development for 2 million in appropriations
• Bid for aircraft shade hangars
• Land lease bid for Pecan Creek Watershed NID ID#: TX04906 Floodwater Retarding Dam# 4

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review and take action on several park facility items, including a concrete holding pen for the HCYAA softball field, dog park expenses, and vandalism-proof restroom fixtures. The board will also review city code to recommend replacements for empty board seats and discuss options for park functions during the April 8th total eclipse. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Concrete holding pen for HCYAA softball field drying agent
• Review of Dog Park and associated expenses
• Installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks
• Review of Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 for board seat replacements
• Options for park functions during total eclipse on April 8, 2024

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss financial reports, board appointments, legal fees, and a possible grant committee. The board will also consider a start-up business grant application from Yellow Coyote Boutique and discuss the EDC parking lot and revenue-generating ideas.

• March 2024 financial reports
• Board positions of Debbie Grieve and Matthew Flores expiring June 1, 2024
• Legal fees discussion
• Grant application: Yellow Coyote Boutique Start-Up Business Grant
• EDC Parking Lot discussion

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss and possibly approve a partnership with Main Street Reborn, as well as approve the minutes from the March 19 meeting. They will also discuss BurgerFest and receive updates from various committees, including a grant update and the Main Street Manager's report.

• Discussion and possible action on partnering with Main Street Reborn
• Discussion of BurgerFest
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Economic Vitality Committee grant update
• Main Street Manager report: Easter Egg Hunt, Leon Bosque RC&D $500, Leadership Hamilton

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider several items including a proposed annexation of property in the Indian Oaks Subdivision and an appeal regarding sex offender residency. The agenda also includes discussions on solid waste collection services, hotel-motel occupancy tax, and a potential shift to a four-day work week.

• Public hearing for annexation of 405 Navajo Trail in Indian Oaks Subdivision
• Public hearing regarding an appeal of sex offender residency rules
• Resolution for road closure time extension on South Bell St. for a concert
• Request for Proposal (RFP) for land lease of Pecan Creek Watershed dam
• Resolution to approve bid for Waste Connections Inc. for solid waste collection services

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review and take action on several park facility items, including a concrete holding pen for the HCYAA softball field, dog park expenses, and vandalism-proof restroom fixtures. The board will also discuss park programming for the April 8, 2024 total eclipse and review board vacancies and term lengths for City Council recommendations.

• Concrete holding pen for HCYAA softball field drying agent
• Review of Dog Park and associated expenses
• Update on installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks
• Options for park functions for Total Eclipse on April 8, 2024
• Review of Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 and board seat vacancies

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to review financial reports, discuss a bank CD, legal fees, and the EDC parking lot, and consider grant applications from two local businesses. The board will also discuss revenue-generating ideas and a 2024 strategic planning workshop. The agenda includes routine consent items and an executive director's report.

• Consider grant applications from Hamilton Car Care (signage, building improvement, awning/façade) and Yellow Coyote Boutique (start-up grant)
• Discussion and action on MCBank CD
• Discussion and action on legal fees
• Discussion of EDC Parking Lot
• Discussion of revenue-generating ideas

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board will consider approving February meeting minutes, discuss a board member position, and vote on launching a stakeholder survey. The board will also discuss a newsletter partnership with high school students and receive informational updates on grants, a Tesla charging station, and upcoming events.

• Discussion and possible action to launch stakeholder survey
• Discussion of board member position vacancy
• Update on Economic Vitality Committee grant and Tesla Charging Station
• Promotion Committee events: Dinner on Main, Farmer's Market, 5th Anniversary
• Main Street Manager report on Leadership Hamilton, Flowerpots, Color Run

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Downtown Revitalization Program. The body will also consider resolutions for road closures, annexation hearings, and sidewalk improvements.

• Public hearing on TxCDBG Downtown Revitalization Program funding and needs
• Road closure extensions on E Henry St. and N Bell St. for May Days and Earth Day events
• Resolution to establish public hearings for annexation of property in Indian Oaks Subdivision
• Agreement for conveyance of fire station at 104 W Henry to Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department
• Advance funding agreement with TxDOT for Hamilton’s Courtyard Square Sidewalk Improvements

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation is holding a called meeting to consider a resolution authorizing a loan for the Airport Hangar economic development project and a joint venture agreement with the City of Hamilton for infrastructure improvements. The board will also discuss and consider action on selecting an Executive Director. Public comments are invited, and the consent agenda will cover routine items.

• Resolution authorizing loan for Airport Hangar project
• Joint venture agreement with City of Hamilton for infrastructure improvements
• Discussion and action on selection of Executive Director
• Citizens comments opportunity
• Consent agenda for routine items

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to consider approving the January 17, 2023 meeting minutes, filling a board member position, launching a stakeholder survey, and approving March business spotlights. The agenda also includes informational updates from committees on economic vitality, promotion, design, and organization, as well as reports from the Main Street Manager and EDC.

• Consideration to approve January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Consideration of board member position
• Consideration to launch stakeholder survey
• Consideration to approve March Main Street Business Spotlights
• Informational updates: Economic Vitality Committee goals and grant update, Promotion Committee events, Design Committee mural, Organization Committee activities

City Council Meetings

The City Council will meet to determine the validity of a petition filed on February 16, 2024. The petition concerns an economic development project using Type B Funds at the Municipal Airport.

• Validity of February 16, 2024 petition for Type B Funds at the Municipal Airport

Main Street Advisory Board

The Hamilton Historic Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to consider approving minutes, a board member position, launching a stakeholder survey, and March business spotlights. Committee reports will cover economic vitality, promotion, design, and organization items.

• Consideration to approve January 17, 2023 minutes
• Consideration of board member position
• Consideration to launch stakeholder survey
• Consideration to approve March Main Street Business Spotlights
• Informational reports: Economic Vitality Committee goals and grant update, Promotion Committee events, Design Committee mural, Organization Committee updates

City Council Meetings

This notice is for a meeting of the Governing Body of the City of Hamilton to attend a Newly Elected Officials Class. The event is scheduled for February 20, 2024, in Belton, TX.

• Newly Elected Officials Class at CTCOG office, 2180 N. Main St., Belton, TX

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) will hold its annual and regular meeting to discuss financial reports, a CPA services fee increase, the airport hangar project, Tarleton interns, the City-Wide Strategic Plan, and an update on the EDC Director position. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and a potential economic development incentive for a rural lifestyle retailer.

• Discussion and action on January 2024 financial reports
• Discussion and action on increase for Will Haile CPA services
• Discussion of airport hangar project
• Discussion of City-Wide Strategic Plan
• Executive session on incentive for a rural lifestyle retailer

City Council Meetings

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation is holding a public forum to receive comments from citizens. The discussion focuses on the City of Hamilton Airport Hangar Project.

• Public comments on the City of Hamilton Airport Hangar Project

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation is holding a public forum to receive comments from citizens about the City of Hamilton Airport Hangar Project. The forum will take place on February 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 200 E. Main St., Hamilton, Texas. A quorum of the EDC Board of Directors will be present.

• Public comments on the City of Hamilton Airport Hangar Project
• Forum held at City Hall, 200 E. Main St., Hamilton, Texas
• Quorum of the EDC Board of Directors will be present

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider selecting service providers for the Texas Community Development Block Grant Downtown Revitalization/Main Street Program. This includes choosing an administration/project delivery provider and engineering, architectural, or surveying providers.

• Selection of administration/project delivery service provider for Texas Community Development Block Grant Downtown Revitalization/Main Street Program
• Selection of engineering/architectural/surveying service provider for Texas Community Development Block Grant Downtown Revitalization/Main Street Program

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Hamilton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, review Chapter 38 of the city code to recommend replacements for empty board seats, and discuss several park-related items. They will review dog park expenses, meet with the Main Street/EDC board, get an update on installing vandalism-proof toilets, and consider options for park functions during the April 8th total eclipse. The agenda also lists future items like adopt-a-park promotion and disc golf tournaments.

• Review Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 to identify empty board seats and recommend replacements
• Review and update on dog park and associated expenses
• Discussion with Main Street/EDC board
• Update on installation of vandalism-proof toilets and sinks
• Review options for park functions for total eclipse on April 8, 2024

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider several infrastructure and administrative items including water service line removal and road repair plans. The agenda also includes a proposal to convey the fire station at 104 W Henry to the Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department.

• Hiring resolutions for engineering, financial, and bond services regarding lead service line removal
• Resolution for a road closure time extension on E Henry St. near Pecan Creek Outfitters
• Conveyance of the fire station at 104 W Henry to the Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department
• Amendment of the City's Drought Contingency Plan
• Resolution to advertise and receive bids for solid waste collection services

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review city ordinances and board membership vacancies. Members will also discuss dog park expenses, toilet installations, and park functions for the April 8, 2024, Total Eclipse.

• Review of Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 and board seat vacancies
• Review and update of dog park and associated expenses
• Update on installation of vandalism proof toilets and sinks
• Discussion regarding the future of the City Lake
• Review of park function options for the Total Eclipse on April 8, 2024

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will consider approving previous meeting minutes and a board member position. Members will also discuss partnering with the Community Center for a fundraising event and reviewing Main Street bylaws.

• Approval of November 16, 2023, meeting minutes
• Action on board member position
• Proposed partnership with Community Center for fundraising
• Approval of February’s Main Street Business of the Month
• Discussion of Main Street Bylaws

Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)

The Hamilton Economic Development Corporation will discuss financial reports from November and December 2023. The Board will also consider several grant applications for local businesses and discuss the EDC Director position.

• Grant applications for Peaceful Dove Counseling
• Start-Up Business Grant for 8th Wave Recording and Academy of Music
• Downtown, signage, and building grants for The Grain Drafthouse & Eatery
• Discussion of the EDC Director position and Assistant Job Posting
• Review of November and December 2023 financial reports

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on ideas for a Downtown Revitalization Project in the Central Business District. The body will also consider authorizations for professional services related to the 2024 Texas Community Development Block Grant Program.

• Public hearing for Downtown Revitalization Project in the Central Business District
• Resolution ordering May 4, 2024 Municipal Election
• Resolution for reimbursement grant to replace the Automated Weather Observing System
• Proposed Bulk Waste Site Policy requiring current water accounts or proof of city property ownership
• Resolution to upgrade Utility Billing Meter Reading Software to Neptune 360