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JacksonvilleTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
14,186
Per-capita income
$21,491
Median home value
$120,800
Bachelor's or higher
23%
Typical home value $211,492 +0.6% yr/yr · +24.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 12:00

Lake Advisory Board

Lake Advisory Board to discuss lake rules and regulations

The Lake Jacksonville Advisory Board will meet to receive updates and hold discussions. Key items include a review of lake rules and regulations by an ad hoc committee and an update from the Parks Director.

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315 S. Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE LAKE JACKSONVILLE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALLEXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026 12:00 PM STEVE HAZLEWOOD ROBERT SADLER NATHAN JONES VICKIE LOUGH JANET STANOVICH KENYA ETIM BRENT STAHELIN 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL 5. UPDATE AND DISCUSSION REGARDING AD HOC COMMITTEE REVIEW OF LAKE RULES AND REGULATIONS 6. UPDATE FROM PARKS DIRECTOR 7. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 8. ADJOURN Posted this the 16th day of October 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 551.087(Deliberations regarding economic development negotiations). The City of Jacksonville is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation and equal access t …
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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 12:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Planning and Zoning Board to consider zone change and special use permit

The board will hold public hearings to review a zoning change request and a special use permit application. These items are for possible discussion and action.

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315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026 12:00 PM BECKY PAVLETICH ELAINE MCDONALD BRENDA STAHELIN ANDY CALCOTE RAYMOND FRANKLN 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. MINUTE APPROVAL 3. PUBLIC HEARING: REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR A ZONE CHANGE FROM A (SINGLE FAMILY) TO P (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) LOCATED IN THE 900 BLOCK OF CORINTH ROAD, LOT 2 OF THE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH ADDITION, APPROXIMATELY 2.53 ACRES, CHEROKEE COUNTY, TEXAS. PROPERTY ID # 152151. 4. PUBLIC HEARING: REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT LOCATED AT 701 SOUTH MAIN STREET TO ALLOW FOR A TEMPORARY CRISIS SHELTER, LOCATED AT 701 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. PROPERTY ID # 221548000. 5. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 6. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 7. ADJOURN Posted this the 20th day of October 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Prop …
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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 12:00

City Council

315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 12:00

Parks and Recreation Board

315 S. Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 12:00

City Council

315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 18:00

City Council

Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 18:00

City Council

Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 18:00

City Council

Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue May 18, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu May 20, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu May 20, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Sep 16, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Thu Sep 16, 2027 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Board to discuss park and museum maintenance

The Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Board will meet to discuss community events and parks department support. The board will consider actions regarding plant costs at the museum and the unloading of compost.

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315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE KEEP JACKSONVILLE BEAUTIFUL BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026 9:00 AM AMANDA CHILDRESS - CHAIR BECCA YOCHAM - VICE CHAIR DONNA BRUMBELOW PAM DUKE EMILY MORROW TRINA TRAVIS SHARI LEE DANA PELLETIER JOHN DAVENPORT 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL 5. FINANCIAL REPORT 6. UPDATE FROM PARK DIRECTOR DEVIN FREDRICKSON ON COMMUNITY EVENTS AND PARKS DEPARTMENT RELATED SUPPORT 7. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON DATE AND TIME TO WORK AT BOLTON PARK 8. DISCUSS AN UPDATE ON THE IRRIGATION FOR MUSEUM AND BOLTON 9. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION REGARDING COST OF PLANTS AT THE MUSEUM 10. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON THE UNLOADING OF COMPOST WITH VOLUNTEERS OR VENDORS 11. DISCUSS CLEANUP DAY 12. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 13. ADJOURN Posted this the 14th day of October 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Rea …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

Board to consider $300,000 reimbursement for 'The Grounds' sports project

The Jacksonville Economic Development Board will hold a public hearing regarding a sports and park project called 'The Grounds.' The board will also consider a downtown redevelopment matching grant for a property at 301 S. Bolton.

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309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRAINING ROOM 309 E. COMMERCE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026 12:00 PM DARRELL DEMENT - CHAIRMAN NATHAN JONES - VICE CHAIRMAN LORETTA DOTY - SECRETARY ROBERT CUDD - TREASURER CHAD DEVILLIER OFELIA PENN DILLON RODRIGUEZ **This is notice a quorum of the Jacksonville City Council may be present at this JEDCO meeting** 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 4. REMARKS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS 5. PUBLIC HEARING - CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON A PROPOSED PROJECT CONSISTING OF LAND, BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED OR SUITABLE FOR AMATEUR AND CHILDREN'S SPORTS, ATHLETIC, AND PUBLIC PARK PURPOSES, TO BE KNOWN AS "THE GROUNDS," LOCATED AT 2020 N. JACKSON STREET, JACKSONVILLE, TEXAS; INCLUDING SITE GRADING, DRAINAGE AND STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE, ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND FIELD LIGHTING, PARKING AND PUBLIC ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS, AND RELATED UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS. THE PROPOSED EXPENDITURE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $300,000 AS MILESTONE-BASED REIMBURSEMENT OF ELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS UNDER A PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE SOCCER LAB LLC. 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 7. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORT 8. PRESIDENT'S REPORT 9. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS A. CONSIDER WITH POSSIBLE ACTION A REQUEST FOR A DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT MATCHING GRANT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 301 S. BOLTON AS REQUESTED BY BART BLAKE OF BLAKE’S FURNITURE 10. CLO …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 15:00

Vanishing Texana Museum Board

Vanishing Texana Museum Board to address board membership and vacancies

The Vanishing Texana Museum Board will meet to review financial and curator reports. The board is scheduled to discuss and take action regarding expiring member terms and filling a board vacancy.

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300 S. Bolton, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE VANISHING TEXANA MUSEUM BOARD MEETING VANISHING TEXANA MUSEUM 302 S. BOLTON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026 3:00 PM JANIE BARBER JERRY MCDONALD KIM HANSEN BARBARA HUGGHINS CHARLIE MAE ESCO JUDY BATTON 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL 5. FINANCIAL REPORT 6. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION REGARDING VANISHING TEXANA MUSEUM BOARD MEMBERS WHOSE TERMS ARE EXPIRING 7. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION TO FILL THE VACANCY ON THE VANISHING TEXANA MUSEUM BOARD 8. CURATOR REPORT 9. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 10. ADJOURN Posted this the 9th day of October 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 551.087(Deliberations regarding economic development negotiations). The City of Jacksonville is committed to compliance with the American with Disabili …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider zone changes and economic incentives

The Jacksonville City Council will hold public hearings on three zoning and land use requests. The body will also consider incentives for manufacturing facilities and act on several city contracts.

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315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 6:00 PM *4:00 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 1. 4:00 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM-PER OPEN MEETINGS ACT-PER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION: A. 551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY - CITY OF JACKSONVILLE V. BERRY AND CLAY, INC. ET AL B. 551.072 REAL PROPERTY C. 551.076 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT SECURITY DEVICES D. 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. INVOCATION 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE US & TEXAS FLAGS 5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION – A. JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH TO SIMON'S WELDING SHOP B. JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE JACKSONVILLE ISD CTE STUDENT OF THE MONTH TO BRENDA GALLEGOS AND SAMANTHA PACHECO C. MAYOR RANDY GORHAM PRESENTS PROCLAMATION REGARDING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 6. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 7. CONSENT AGENDA - ITEMS UNDER CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRE LITTLE OR NO DELIBERATIONS BY COUNCIL. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEES TO PROCEED WITH CONCLUSION OF EACH ITEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH STAFF RECOMMENDATION A. MINUTES APPROVAL - SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 AGENDA WORKSHOP, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 COUNCIL MEET …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 12:00

Library Board

Jacksonville Library Board to discuss privacy booth policy and operating hours

The Library Board will meet to address old business regarding the privacy booth policy and changes to library hours. The agenda also includes a director's report and a period for citizen participation.

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526 East Commerce Street, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE LIBRARY BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 526 E. COMMERCE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 7:00 PM LINDA TAYLOR DEANNA TROTTER LINDA LITTLE SONYA BAKER KAITLYN TURNEY TRACEY WALLACE FERLICH ARRINGTON 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 3. MINUTE APPROVAL 4. OLD BUSINESS A. PRIVACY BOOTH POLICY B. LIBRARY CHANGE IN HOURS 5. NEW BUSINESS 6. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 7. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 8. ADJOURN
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 12:00

City Council

Jacksonville council weighs JEDCO incentive for manufacturing facilities and primary jobs

The Jacksonville City Council holds a workshop on October 6, 2026, and a regular meeting on October 13, 2026. The workshop covers a first reading of a resolution supporting a Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation incentive for manufacturing facilities and primary jobs, plus reviews of board term expirations and the proposed October 13 agenda; no action is to be taken at the workshop. The October 13 meeting includes a second reading of that same JEDCO incentive resolution, a construction contract with Watson Commercial Construction, financing for a fire department mini-pumper, a water tank restoration bid, and four public hearings on zoning and subdivision requests.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WORKSHOP JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026 12:00 PM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. FIRST READING OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION INCENTIVE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF MANUFACTURING FACILITIES AND THE CREATION OF PRIMARY JOBS 5. REVIEW BOARD, COMMITTEE, COMMISSION MEMBERS’ TERM EXPIRATIONS, BYLAWS, AND ORDINANCES — NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN 6. REVIEW AND DISCUSS THE AGENDA FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING 13TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026 (SEE ATTACHED PROPOSED AGENDA) NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN – ITEMS MAY BE REMOVED OR ADDED TO THE PROPOSED AGENDA BY CITY COUNCIL, CITY MANAGER, CITY ATTORNEY OR CITY CLERK AS NEEDED ANY TIME BEFORE THE OFFICIAL POSTING OF MEETING AGENDA 7. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 8. ADJOURN Posted this the 30th day of September 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discus …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

KJB board to weigh Bolton Park irrigation, yard signs, bench plaque

The Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Board will discuss and consider several beautification items, including extending irrigation at Bolton Park, designing and purchasing name tags, new yard sign wording and design, and a powder coating and plaque for the Betty Thompson bench outside City Hall. They will also discuss a cleanup day on November 7, 2026, and receive updates on library litter kits and the museum flower bed repair.

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✓ Decided: Keep Jacksonville Beautiful approves museum flower bed repairs and signage

The board approved funding for museum flower bed cleanup and irrigation, as well as new yard signs and name tags. A proposal to extend irrigation at Bolton Park was tabled.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE KEEP JACKSONVILLE BEAUTIFUL BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 8:30 AM AMANDA CHILDRESS - CHAIR BECCA YOCHAM - VICE CHAIR DONNA BRUMBELOW PAM DUKE EMILY MORROW TRINA TRAVIS SHARI LEE DANA PELLETIER JOHN DAVENPORT 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL 5. FINANCIAL REPORT 6. UPDATE ON LIBRARY LITTER KITS BY BOARD MEMBER TRINA TRAVIS 7. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER EXTENDING IRRIGATION AT BOLTON PARK 8. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER DESIGN AND PURCHASE OF NAME TAGS FOR KJB BOARD 9. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER VERBIAGE AND LOOK FOR NEW YARD SIGNS 10. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER THE POWDER COATING AND PLAQUE FOR THE BENCH DEDICATED TO BETTY THOMPSON OUTSIDE OF CITY HALL 11. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER MUSEUM FLOWER BED REPAIR AND REDESIGN 12. DISCUSS CLEANUP DAY ON NOVEMBER 7, 2026 13. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 14. ADJOURN Posted this the 15th day of September 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. (Za Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. This board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations …
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KEEP JACKSONVILLE BEAUTIFUL BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 8:30 AM Present: Amanda Childress, Pam Duke, Emily Morrow, Trina Travis, Dana Pelletier, John Davenport Absent: Becca Yocham, Donna Brumbelow, Shari Lee 1. CALL TO ORDER – 8:30 AM 2. INVOCATION - Dana 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION - None 4. MINUTE APPROVAL – Change spelling for Shari- Emily makes a motion to approve minutes with the changes. Seconded by John. All ‘Aye’ 5. FINANCIAL REPORT - $16,485.18 6. UPDATE ON LIBRARY LITTER KITS BY BOARD MEMBER TRINA TRAVIS – Discussed bags and QR code. Trina discussed what was in the bags. 7. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER EXTENDING IRRIGATION AT BOLTON PARK – Emily explained the need for irrigation to the Maple trees. The quote was $2,110. Discussion between the board decided against moving forward with this project and to table it for a later date. 8. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER DESIGN AND PURCHASE OF NAME TAGS FOR KJB BOARD – Emily makes a motion to have the KJB board purchase name tags. John seconds the motion. All ‘Aye’ 9. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER VERBIAGE AND LOOK FOR NEW YARD SIGNS – Amanda received quotes for new signs. She spoke with iSign about making them for about $30. They gave a few options. Dana makes a motion to have the signs made. Pam seconds the motion. All ‘Aye’ 10. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER THE POWDER COATING AND PLAQUE FOR THE BENCH DEDICATED TO BETTY THOMPSON OUTSIDE OF CITY HALL - Amanda d …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 15:00

Vanishing Texana Museum Board

300 S. Bolton, Jacksonville
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

Jacksonville EDB to hold public hearing and possible closed session on economic development

The Jacksonville Economic Development Board is meeting to conduct routine business including a public hearing, public comments, approval of minutes and financial report, and a president's report. The board may also enter closed executive session to consult with the city attorney, discuss real property, and deliberate on economic development negotiations. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

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309 E Commerce, Jacksonville
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD ROOM 309 E. COMMERCE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 12:00 PM DARRELL DEMENT ROBERT HABERLE LORETTA DOTY NATHAN JONES ROBERT CUDD CHAD DEVILLIER OFELIA PENN 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. PUBLIC HEARING 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS 5. REMARKS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 7. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORT 8. PRESIDENT'S REPORT 9. CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION - TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION:551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY; 551.072 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT REAL PROPERTY; 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 10. ADJOURN **This is notice a quorum of the Jacksonville City Council may be present at this JEDCO meeting** Posted this the 10th day of September 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation Board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations abo …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 08:30

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

KJB board to weigh Bolton Park irrigation extension and cleanup day

The Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Board will discuss and consider several beautification items, including extending irrigation at Bolton Park, new yard sign designs, and a bench plaque for Betty Thompson. They will also discuss the November 7 cleanup day and other routine matters like minutes and financial reports.

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315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE KEEP JACKSONVILLE BEAUTIFUL BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 8:30 AM AMANDA CHILDRESS - CHAIR BECCA YOCHAM - VICE CHAIR DONNA BRUMBELOW PAM DUKE EMILY MORROW TRINA TRAVIS SHARI LEE DANA PELLETIER JOHN DAVENPORT 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL - AUGUST 18, 2026 KJB BOARD MEETING 5. FINANCIAL REPORT 6. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER EXTENDING IRRIGATION AT BOLTON PARK 7. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER DESIGN AND PURCHASE OF NAME TAGS FOR KJB BOARD 8. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER VERBIAGE AND LOOK FOR NEW YARD SIGNS 9. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER THE POWDER COATING AND PLAQUE FOR THE BENCH DEDICATED TO BETTY THOMPSON OUTSIDE OF CITY HALL 10. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER MUSEUM FLOWER BED REPAIR AND REDESIGN 11. DISCUSS CLEANUP DAY ON NOVEMBER 7, 2026 12. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 13. ADJOURN Posted this the 9th day of September 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultati …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 12:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Proposed rezoning for six single-family lots on Lakeshore Drive

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land use applications, including a zone change and subdivision plat for 20.80 acres in the 1900 block of Lakeshore Drive. The board will also review a rezoning request for 528 N Main St and a special use permit for 1365 N Bolton St.

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315 S Ragsdale, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 12:00 PM BECKY PAVLETICH ELAINE MCDONALD BRENDA STAHELIN ANDY CALCOTE RAYMOND FRANKLN 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. MINUTE APPROVAL 3. PUBLIC HEARING: REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR A ZONE CHANGE FROM (O-AGRICULTURE OPEN SPACE) TO P (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) LOCATED IN THE 1900 BLOCK OF LAKESHORE DRIVE, DESCRIBED AS 20.80 ACRES, IN THE JAMES FORD SURVEY ABSTRACT NUMBER 269, CHEROKEE COUNTY, TEXAS. THIS PROPOSED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT IS INTENDED TO ALLOW FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SIX (6) SINGLE FAMILY LOTS WITH A MINIMUM LOT SIZE OF 2.5 ACRES. 4. PUBLIC HEARING: REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A SUBDIVISION PLAT LOCATED IN THE 1900 BLOCK OF LAKESHORE DRIVE, DESCRIBED AS 20.80 ACRES, IN THE JAMES FORD SURVEY ABSTRACT NUMBER 269, CHEROKEE COUNTY, TEXAS. 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A ZONE CHANGE FROM G (COMMERCIAL) TO A (SINGLE FAMILY) AT PROPERTY LOCATED AT 528 N MAIN ST, PROPERTY ID # 221736001. 6. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A REQUESTED SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR A PRIVATE SOCIAL OR RECREATION CLUBS, FRATERNITIES, SORORITIES, OR LODGES, LOCATED AT 1365 N BOLTON ST, PROPERTY ID # 223983000. 7. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 8. ADJOURN Posted this the 08th day of September 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 12:00

Library Board

Library Board to discuss privacy booth policy and change in hours

The Jacksonville Library Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on old business items, including a privacy booth policy and a change in library hours. The agenda also includes citizen participation, minutes approval, new business, and a director's report. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE LIBRARY BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 526 E. COMMERCE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 12:00 PM LINDA TAYLOR DEANNA TROTTER LINDA LITTLE SONYA BAKER KAITLYN TURNEY TRACEY WALLACE FERLICH ARRINGTON 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 3. MINUTE APPROVAL 4. OLD BUSINESS A. PRIVACY BOOTH POLICY B. LIBRARY CHANGE IN HOURS 5. NEW BUSINESS 6. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 7. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 8. ADJOURN Posted this the 1st day of September 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Trina Stidham, Library Director All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 PAGE 2 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 551.087(Deliberations regarding economic development negotiations). The City of Jacksonville is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation and equ …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Jacksonville City Council to consider 2026-2027 budget and .69000 tax rate.

The Jacksonville City Council will meet on September 8, 2026, to hold public hearings and consider adopting the proposed 2026-2027 budget and a tax rate of .69000 per $100 valuation. The council will also address a master fee ordinance amendment for Hazel Tilton Park stage rental rates, zoning regulation updates for HUD-code manufactured homes, and various routine consent items.

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315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 6:00 PM *5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 1. 5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM-PER OPEN MEETINGS ACT-PER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION: A. 551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY - CITY OF JACKSONVILLE V. BERRY AND CLAY, INC. ET AL B. 551.072 REAL PROPERTY C. 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS D. 551.076 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT SECURITY DEVICES E. 551.089 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. INVOCATION 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE US & TEXAS FLAGS 5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION – A. JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH TO BEELINE HEALTH B. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT PROCLAMATION PRESENTED BY MAYOR RANDY GORHAM 6. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 7. CONSENT AGENDA - ITEMS UNDER CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRE LITTLE OR NO DELIBERATIONS BY COUNCIL. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEES TO PROCEED WITH CONCLUSION OF EACH ITEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH STAFF RECOMMENDATION A. MINUTES APPROVAL - EMERGENCY CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2026 - THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 PAGE 2 BUDGET/AGENDA WORKSHOP AU …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 12:00

City Council

City proposes 2026-27 budget with tax rate rising to $0.69 per $100

The Jacksonville City Council will hold a workshop to review the proposed agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. The agenda includes a Taxpayer Impact Statement for the proposed 2026-2027 fiscal year budget. No final action will be taken on the budget or tax rate during this workshop session.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WORKSHOP JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 12:00 PM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. REVIEW AND DISCUSS THE AGENDA FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DD DAY OF MONTH, YEAR (SEE ATTACHED PROPOSED AGENDA) NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN – ITEMS MAY BE REMOVED OR ADDED TO THE PROPOSED AGENDA BY CITY COUNCIL, CITY MANAGER, CITY ATTORNEY OR CITY CLERK AS NEEDED ANY TIME BEFORE THE OFFICIAL POSTING OF MEETING AGENDA 5. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 6. ADJOURN Posted this the 26th day of August 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 551.087(Delibera …
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 12:00

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks board to review fees, rental rates, and FY 2026-27 budget

The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and possibly recommend annual fees and facility rental rates, and receive an overview of the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, capital improvement projects from the 2026 master plan, and JEDCO funding support. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order, invocation, citizen participation, and minutes approval.

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315 S. Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2026 12:00 PM JEFF PELLETIER PAUL TRAVIS SHANNA OUALLINE BRANDON CUMBIE LUE ANN WILLIAMS 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL 5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE ANNUAL REVIEW OF PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT FEES AND FACILITY RENTAL RATES 6. OVERVIEW OF THE PROPOSED FY 2026–2027 PARKS AND RECREATION BUDGET, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN PROJECTS IDENTIFIED THROUGH THE 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN, AND JEDCO FUNDING SUPPORT 7. PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR’S REPORT 8. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 9. ADJOURN Posted this the 21st day of August 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 55 …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

JEDCO to consider HDR Engineering agreement for site review

The Jacksonville Economic Development Board will meet to receive updates on retail recruitment and consider a professional services agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for a technical review and site layout of JEDCO-owned properties. The board will also approve minutes and financial reports, and may enter closed session for legal, real property, and economic development negotiations.

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309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRAINING ROOM 309 E. COMMERCE THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 12:00 PM DARRELL DEMENT - CHAIRMAN NATHAN JONES - VICE CHAIRMAN LORETTA DOTY - SECRETARY ROBERT CUDD - TREASURER CHAD DEVILLIER OFELIA PENN DILLON RODRIGUEZ **This is notice a quorum of the Jacksonville City Council may be present at this JEDCO meeting** 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 4. REMARKS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORT 7. PRESIDENT'S REPORT 8. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS A. RECEIVE A PRESENTATION FROM THE RETAIL COACH PROVIDING UPDATES ON RECRUITMENT B. CONSIDER WITH POSSIBLE ACTION A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HDR ENGINEERING, INC. TO CONDUCT A TECHNICAL REVIEW AND SITE LAYOUT FOR JEDCO-OWNED PROPERTIES. 9. CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION - TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION:551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY; 551.072 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT REAL PROPERTY; 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 10. ADJOURN POSTED THIS 14th DAY OF August 2026 AT 12:00 P.M. BY SHERRI MCDONALD ALL ITEMS ON THE AGENDA ARE FOR POSSIBLE DISCUSSION AND ACTION The Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551. …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 15:00

Vanishing Texana Museum Board

300 S. Bolton, Jacksonville
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 12:00

General

P&Z board to weigh sports complex permit, zone change, SB 785 code fix

The Jacksonville Planning and Zoning Board meets to hold two public hearings and consider possible action on a special use permit for a sports facility complex, a zone change from single-family to multi-family low density, and ordinance amendments to comply with Texas Senate Bill 785. The board may also discuss and act on any listed item.

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315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026 12:00 PM BECKY PAVLETICH ELAINE MCDONALD BRENDA STAHELIN ANDY CALCOTE RAYMOND FRANKLN 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. MINUTE APPROVAL 3. PUBLIC HEARING: REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR A SPORTS FACILITY COMPLEX LOCATED AT 2020 NORTH JACKSON STREET. PROPERTY ID # 129164. 4. PUBLIC HEARING: REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A REQUESTED ZONE CHANGE FROM A (SINGLE FAMILY) TO C (MULTI-FAMILY LOW DENSITY). PROPERTY ID # 152151. 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH TEXAS SENATE BILL 785. 6. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 7. ADJOURN Posted this the 12th day of August 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personn …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

Cleanup day, arts donation, memorial bench on agenda

The Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Board is meeting to discuss and take action on the upcoming Clean Up Day schedule, a donation to the Jacksonville Community Arts Alliance for its annual fall event, and a memorial bench located at City Hall. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a financial report.

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✓ Decided: KJB approves Nov. 7 cleanup day, $2,000 arts donation

The Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Board approved a Fall Cleanup Day for November 7, 2026, at Vanishing Texana Museum/Hazel Tilton Park, with a vendor (AIM) to assist and a shredding company to be arranged. The board also approved a $2,000 donation to the Jacksonville Community Arts Alliance for its October 10 fall event and authorized getting quotes to restore the memorial bench at City Hall. All votes were unanimous.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE KEEP JACKSONVILLE BEAUTIFUL BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026 9:00 AM AMANDA CHILDRESS - CHAIR BECCA YOCHAM - VICE CHAIR DONNA BRUMBELOW PAM DUKE EMILY MORROW TRINA TRAVIS SHARI LEE DANA PELLETIER JOHN DAVENPORT 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL 5. FINANCIAL REPORT 6. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON CLEAN UP DAY SCHEDULE 7. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON DONATION TO JACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY ARTS ALLIANCE FOR THE ANNUAL FALL EVENT 8. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON THE MEMORIAL BENCH LOCATED AT CITY HALL 9. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 10. ADJOURN Posted this the 12th day of August 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 551.087(Deliberations regarding eco …
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KEEP JACKSONVILLE BEAUTIFUL BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026 9:00 AM Present: Amanda Childress, Becca Yocham, Emily Morrow, Shari Lee, Dana Pelletier, Absent: Donna Brumbelow, Pam Duke, John Davenport, Trina Travis 1. CALL TO ORDER - 9:01 2. INVOCATION - Becca Yocham led the invocation 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION - None 4. MINUTE APPROVAL - Motion by Shari. Second by Emily. All voted “Aye” 5. FINANCIAL REPORT - $18,290.89 Given by City Clerk Dianah Surber. Handed out budget summary. 6. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON CLEAN UP DAY SCHEDULE - Amanda would like a Fall and Spring Cleanup Day. Discussed a vendor, AIM, to assist in cleanup disposables. The cost is $350 but the representative of the company said they can work on lowering the price for beautification groups. Getting with vendor to drop oƯ trash cans. The Vanishing Texana Museum/Hazel Tilton Park was chosen to hold the cleanup day. November 7, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM was chosen as the date and time. Dianah is getting the name of the shredding company. A motion was made by Emily. Second by Shari. All voted “Aye”. 7. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON DONATION TO JACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY ARTS ALLIANCE FOR THE ANNUAL FALL EVENT - The event is October 10, 2026. Becca makes a motion to donate $2,000 to JCAA. Emily seconds the motion. All voted “Aye”. 8. DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON THE MEMORIAL BENCH LOCATED AT CITY HALL - Amanda would like to g …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider tax rate hike and zone change on Lakeshore Drive

The council will hold a public hearing on a zone change from agriculture to single-family for 20.80 acres on Lakeshore Drive, and consider a proposed tax rate increase that would raise the median homestead bill from $987 to $1,085. They will also set a public hearing date for the tax rate and budget, and vote individually on the proposed rate.

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✓ Decided: Council proposes $0.69 tax rate, sets Sept. 8 hearing

The City Council voted unanimously to propose a property tax rate of $0.69 per $100 of taxable value for Tax Year 2026 and set a public hearing for September 8, 2026, on the proposed rate and budget. The council also approved the JEDCO 2026-2027 budget, a $300,000 economic-development incentive for a soccer facility, and the sale of 210 W. Larissa St. to Cherokee County for $278,850. Two rezoning and plat applications for 20.8 acres on Lakeshore Drive were withdrawn by the applicants, and no action was taken on them.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 6:00 PM *5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 Sad ae bal 5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM-PER OPEN MEETINGS ACT-PER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION: A. 551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY - CITY OF JACKSONVILLE V. BERRY AND CLAY, INC. ET AL 551.072 REAL PROPERTY 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 551.076 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT SECURITY DEVICES 551.089 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS - CITY MANAGER ANNUAL REVIEW CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE US & TEXAS FLAGS SPECIAL PRESENTATION — A. JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH CITIZEN PARTICIPATION CONSENT AGENDA - ITEMS UNDER CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRE LITTLE OR NO DELIBERATIONS BY COUNCIL. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEES TO PROCEED WITH CONCLUSION OF EACH ITEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH STAFF RECOMMENDATION A. MINUTES APPROVAL - MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 CITY COUNCIL/JEDCO MEETING; TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 AGENDA WORKSHOP; TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING B. APPROVE ROAD CLOSURE FOR FOSTERING 5K ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026 C. APPROVE ROAD CLOSURE FOR J …
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JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE 6:00 PM [IGNORE_INDENT] Meeting Items 5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM-PER OPEN MEETINGS ACT-PER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION: Present: Mayor Randy Gorham, Mayor Pro tem Mindy Gellock, Councilman Rob Gowin, Councilman Tim McRae, Councilwoman Letitia Horace Called to order and went immediately into Executive Session at 5:15 PM. Recess Exectuvie Session at 6:01 PM 551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY - CITY OF JACKSONVILLE V. BERRY AND CLAY, INC. ET AL 551.072 REAL PROPERTY 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 551.076 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT SECURITY DEVICES 551.089 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS - CITY MANAGER ANNUAL REVIEW CALL TO ORDER Mayor Randy Gorham called the meeting to order at 6:03 PM. INVOCATION Casey Castleberry, a member of Beacon of Light Church, delivered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE US & TEXAS FLAGS Mayor Randy Gorham SPECIAL PRESENTATION – JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH JEDCO President Shane Pace recognized La Fonda del Sol as the Business of the Month. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Jennifer Vick 20199 US Hwy 79 E addressed the City Council regarding privacy concerns associ …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 12:00

Library Board

526 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

Council to discuss 2026-2027 budget, tax rate, and zone change on Lakeshore Drive

The City Council will hold a budget workshop and discuss the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate, with a public hearing set for September 8. They will also hold a public hearing on a zone change from agriculture to single-family on 20.80 acres in the 1900 block of Lakeshore Drive. Other items include a quarterly investment report, an update on Texas Senate Bill 785 regarding HUD-code manufactured homes, and a first reading of a resolution supporting a JEDCO project.

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✓ Decided: Jacksonville council hears first reading of $300,000 JEDCO incentive for proposed soccer facility

The Jacksonville City Council met August 7, 2026 and heard a first reading of JEDCO Resolution 08-2026-01, which concerns a $300,000 economic-development incentive for a proposed youth and community soccer facility on the north end of Jacksonville, east of U.S. Highway 69. The council also received presentations on the JEDCO 2026-2027 budget and the proposed 2026-2027 City of Jacksonville budget, and reviewed the agenda for the August 11, 2026 regular council meeting. No action was taken on the agenda review, and the minutes record no votes or approvals; the meeting adjourned at 2:09 PM.

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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WORKSHOP JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 309 E. COMMERCE ST. FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026 9:00 AM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT PRESENTED BY DEEP BLUE INVESTMENTS 5. UPDATE ON TEXAS SENATE BILL 785 - HUD-CODE MANUFACTURED HOMES 6. REVIEW AND DISCUSS THE AGENDA FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING 11TH DAY OF AUGUST 2026 (SEE ATTACHED PROPOSED AGENDA) NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN 7. FIRST READING OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF A JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PROJECT 8. PRESENTATION OF THE 2026-2027 JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BUDGET PRESENTED BY JEDCO PRESIDENT SHANE PACE 9. BUDGET WORKSHOP - PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE 2026-2027 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE AS PRESENTED BY STAFF 10. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 11. ADJOURN Posted this the 3rd day of August 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. Duanah Swber Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Gove …
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📄 From the minutes
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JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026 JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 309 E. COMMERCE ST. 9:00 AM [IGNORE_INDENT] Meeting Items CALL TO ORDER Mayor Randy Gorham 9:05 AM Present: Mayor Randy Gorham, Mayor Pro tem Mindy Gellock, Councilman Rob Gowin, Councilman Tim McRae, Councilwoman Letitia Horace INVOCATION Mayor Randy Gorham CITIZEN PARTICIPATION No one came forward. QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT PRESENTED BY DEEP BLUE INVESTMENTS Deep Blue Investments representative Dominique gave the quarterly investment report. UPDATE ON TEXAS SENATE BILL 785 - HUD-CODE MANUFACTURED HOMES City Manager James Hubbard gave the update on Senate Bill 785. REVIEW AND DISCUSS THE AGENDA FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING 11TH DAY OF AUGUST 2026 (SEE ATTACHED PROPOSED AGENDA) NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN City Manager James Hubbard reviewed the agenda for the August 11, 2026 City Council Meeting. FIRST READING OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF A JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PROJECT JEDCO President Shane Pace gave the first reading of a Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation Resolution (08-2026-01) concerning a JEDCO economic-development incentive of $300,000 for a proposed youth and community soccer facility on the north end of Jacksonville, east of U.S. Highway 69. The resolution caption was read into the record as follows:“A resolution of the City Council of the …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment and Appeals

Board to hold public hearings on eight demolition orders

The Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings to receive citizen input regarding demolition orders for several structures. These hearings cover residential and garage properties across the city.

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315 S Ragsdale, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND APPEALS MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 5:30 PM JASON CHILDRESS BOBBY HARRIS JOHN ANDERSON STEVE BERRY JASON WOFFORD 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. MINUTE APPROVAL 3. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 624 N JACKSON STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 4. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 223 CEDAR STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 5. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 805 E RUSK STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 6. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 805 GRANT STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 7. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 2015 E RUSK STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 8. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON DETACHED GARAGE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 810 SAN JACINTO STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 9. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 731 FRANKSTON STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 10. PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR AND RECEIVE CITIZEN INPUT REGARDING DEMOLITION ORDERS ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 2631 LAKESHORE STREET, CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. 11. ADJOURN …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 12:00

Lake Advisory Board

Jacksonville Lake Advisory Board to review lake rules and project updates

The Lake Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, receive updates on lake rules and regulations from an ad hoc committee, and hear a report on lake projects from the Parks Director. The board will also allow citizen participation and discuss other items before adjourning.

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315 S. Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE LAKE JACKSONVILLE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALLEXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 315 S. RAGSDALE THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 12:00 PM STEVE HAZLEWOOD ROBERT SADLER NATHAN JONES VICKIE LOUGH JANET STANOVICH KENYA ETIM BRENT STAHELIN 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4. MINUTE APPROVAL - MAY 1, 2026 LAKE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING; MAY 11, 2026 LAKE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING 5. UPDATE FROM AD HOC COMMITTEE ON THE LAKE JACKSONVILLE RULES AND REGULATIONS 6. UPDATE ON LAKE PROJECTS FROM PARKS DIRECTOR 7. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, DISCUSSION 8. ADJOURN Posted this the 17th day of July 2026. 5:00 PM CERTIFICATION I certify that this notice was posted at City Hall for public viewing on the date and time designated above. ______________________________ Dianah Surber, City Clerk All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. The Jacksonville City Council or this board reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property); 551.073 (Deliberations about gifts and donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters); 551.076(Deliberations about security devices); and 551.087(Deliberations regarding economic development negotiations). The City of Jacksonville is committed to compliance with the Ame …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:00

Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee

315 S. Ragsdale Jacksonville, TX 75766, Jacksonville
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 12:00

General

315 S Ragsdale, Jacksonville
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 15:00

Vanishing Texana Museum Board

300 S. Bolton, Jacksonville
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 12:00

Jacksonville Economic Development Board

JEDCO to discuss FY2027 budget and incentives for Madix Inc.

The Jacksonville Economic Development Board will meet to approve minutes, a financial report, and the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The board will also consider a request for incentives from Madix Inc. to support business expansion and job creation. The meeting may adjourn into an executive session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations.

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309 E. Commerce, Jacksonville
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRAINING ROOM 309 E. COMMERCE THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 12:00 PM DARRELL DEMENT - CHAIRMAN NATHAN JONES - VICE CHAIRMAN LORETTA DOTY - SECRETARY ROBERT CUDD - TREASURER CHAD DEVILLIER OFELIA PENN DILLON RODRIGUEZ **This is notice a quorum of the Jacksonville City Council may be present at this JEDCO meeting** 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 4. REMARKS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORT 7. PRESIDENT'S REPORT 8. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS A. ELECTION OF OFFICERS B. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTION SIGNATORIES C. APPROVE FISCAL YEAR 2027 BUDGET D. CONSIDER WITH POSSIBLE ACTION A REQUEST FOR INCENTIVES FROM MADIX INC. TO SUPPORT BUSINESS EXPANSION AND THE CREATION OF NEW PRIMARY JOBS 9. CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION - TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION:551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY; 551.072 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT REAL PROPERTY; 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 10. ADJOURN POSTED THIS 10TH DAY OF JULY 2026 AT 12:00 P.M. BY SHERRI MCDONALD ALL ITEMS ON THE AGENDA ARE FOR POSSIBLE DISCUSSION AND ACTION The Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071(Consultation with Attorneys); 551.072(Deliberations abou …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider Texas Water Development Board financial participation

The City Council will meet to discuss water board funding, economic development projects, and subdivision platting. The session includes a closed executive session to discuss a cybersecurity incident and real property.

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✓ Decided: Council backs JEDCO land deal for Can Coil expansion in industrial park

The Jacksonville City Council approved a resolution supporting a JEDCO project to convey about 5.28 acres adjoining the Can Coil development in the industrial park, tied to a performance agreement with clawback provisions. Council also approved a resolution requesting Texas Water Development Board funding and authorizing an application for a potential sixth municipal water well, and approved the final plat of Block A, Lots 1R and 2R of the Lake Springs Subdivision. The consent agenda passed, covering minutes, surplus vehicle sales through GovDeals, playground equipment for Nichols Green Park Phase I, and acceptance of a donated 2024 cargo trailer valued at about $7,500 for the Fire Department. All votes were recorded as unanimous 'Aye.'

315 S Ragsdale St, Jacksonville
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THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 6:00 PM *5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM Randy Gorham, Mayor Mindy Gellock, Mayor Pro-tem - District 2 Letitia Horace - District 1 Tim McRae - District 3 Rob Gowin - District 4 1. 5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM-PER OPEN MEETINGS ACT-PER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION: A. 551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY - CITY OF JACKSONVILLE V. BERRY AND CLAY INC. ET AL; CYBERSECURITY INCIDENT B. 551.076 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT SECURITY DEVISES C. 551.089 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS D. 551.072 REAL PROPERTY E. 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS 2. CALL TO ORDER 3. INVOCATION 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE US & TEXAS FLAGS 5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION – A. JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH TO CHILIS 6. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 7. CONSENT AGENDA - ITEMS UNDER CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRE LITTLE OR NO DELIBERATIONS BY COUNCIL. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEES TO PROCEED WITH CONCLUSION OF EACH ITEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH STAFF RECOMMENDATION A. MINUTES APPROVAL - JUNE 4, 2026 AGENDA WORKSHOP, JUNE 9, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 29, 2026 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL AND JACKSONVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING B. APPROVE THE SALE OF SURPLUS ITEMS C. APPR …
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JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 JACKSONVILLE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 315 S. RAGSDALE 6:00 PM [IGNORE_INDENT] Meeting Items 5:15 PM CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM-PER OPEN MEETINGS ACT-PER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION: Present: Mayor Randy Gorham, Mayor Pro tem Mindy Gellock, Councilman Rob Gowin, Councilman Tim McRae, Councilwoman Letitia Horace Entered into Executive Session at 5:15. Adjourned: 5:36 551.071 CONSULT CITY ATTORNEY - CITY OF JACKSONVILLE V. BERRY AND CLAY INC. ET AL; CYBERSECURITY INCIDENT 551.076 DELIBERATIONS ABOUT SECURITY DEVISES 551.089 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS 551.072 REAL PROPERTY 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM INVOCATION Reverend Antonio Medina, pastor of Iglesia Cristiana Dios con Nosotros Emmanuel, delivered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE US & TEXAS FLAGS SPECIAL PRESENTATION – JEDCO PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH TO CHILIS Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO) President Shane Pace recognized Chili's for its continued community support, including hosting the annual Tomato Fest street dance and supporting local schools and community organizations. Chili's General Manager Leroy Barfield accepted the recognition and spoke about the restaurant's …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 12:00

Library Board

526 E. Commerce, Jacksonville

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 84 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$737,280WOXA FEDERAL, LLC
Department of the Interior · GEOSPATIAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR OTS-BOGS
$180,900OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · REQUIREMENT FOR BLAST MEDIA MATERIALS AND SHIPPING
$61,509KLEIN PRODUCTS OF TEXAS INC
Department of the Interior · NM BITTER LAKE NWR WATER TANK 3500 GAL
$50,000OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · BLAST MEDIA FOR 309TH HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UTAH
$50,000OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · BLAST MEDIA FOR 309TH HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UTAH
$38,480OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · P24-092 // BLAST MEDIA BPA CALL
$25,000OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · 20,000 LBS. TYPE V (ACRYLIC) 20/30
$25,000OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · BLAST MEDIA FOR 309TH HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UTAH
$18,720OPTI-BLAST INC
Department of Defense · BLAST MEDIA BLAST ORDER BPA CALL (A25-040 DEL)
$17,418CC TITLE SERVICES, LLC
Department of the Interior · TITLE SERVICES FOR NECHES RIVER NWR, TX TRACTS (11Q, R)-DIVISION OF RE

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Cherokee County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments840 (11,002 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$934/mo (350 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy29.7% (low numeracy 42% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.461
All kids
0.397
Black kids
0.323

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