Keene public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for a 21.8-acre parcel from General Commercial to Multi-Family through a Planned Development Ordinance, with variances for three-story buildings and four playgrounds instead of five, requested by Kittle Property Group, Inc. The agenda also includes a report on non-functional outdoor warning sirens, consent items such as an interlocal agreement with NCT9-1-1 and a finance consultant contract extension, and discussion of a property tax exemption for child-care facilities.

• Public hearing and possible action on rezoning 21.8 acres from C-2 to M-F (Multi-Family) with variances for three-story buildings and four playgrounds (Kittle Property Group, Inc.)
• Receive and discuss report on removal of non-functional outdoor warning sirens (Federal Signal 2T22) at seven locations
• Consider approval of Interlocal Agreement with North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) for telecommunications tower at Keene Police Department
• Consider approval of contract extension with Charles Williams as Finance Consultant for four months
• Review and discuss ordinance for property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities under Texas Tax Code Section 11.36

The Keene City Council approved a zoning change for a 21.8-acre tract from general commercial to multi-family through a Planned Development Ordinance, including variances for three-story buildings and four playgrounds. The council also repealed the City's Code of Conduct, approved a 50% property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities, and authorized the City Manager to purchase real property discussed in executive session.

• Approved rezone of 21.8 acres to multi-family with variances (6-0)
• Repealed Code of Conduct Ordinance 2024-668 (3-1-2, mayor broke tie)
• Approved 50% property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities (4-2)
• Authorized City Manager to purchase real property discussed in executive session (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A, B, D, F, G (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec. 5, 2024 meeting with addition (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board is meeting on December 18, 2024, to consider minutes from November 20, review financial reports for October and November 2024, and may enter executive session to deliberate about real property. The board will also receive an announcement about a joint workshop with the Type B board tentatively scheduled for January 6, 2025. No major votes on projects or expenditures are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approval of minutes from the regular November 20, 2024 meeting
• Receive financial report for October 2024 showing $28,294.60 in total revenue and $884.04 in expenditures
• Receive financial report for November 2024 showing $53,194.00 in total revenue and $1,384.04 in expenditures
• Possible closed session under Texas Government Code 551.072 for deliberations about real property
• Announcement of a joint workshop of Type A and B boards tentatively set for January 6, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

The Keene EDC Type A Board approved a loan of $311,882.07 to the City, excluding funds committed to the Tractor Supply development and keeping a $20,000 reserve. The board also approved minutes and financial reports for October and November 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved loan of $311,882.07 to the City (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Accepted financial report for month ending October 31, 2024 (4-0)
• Accepted financial report for month ending November 30, 2024 (4-0)

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board will consider two applicants (Phillip Jackson and Nellie Youngberg) to fill a board vacancy, receive updates on repairs to the electronic marquee and Community Center sound system, and review financial reports for October and November 2024. The board may also convene into executive session to discuss real property. A joint workshop with the Type A Board is tentatively scheduled for January 6, 2025.

• Consider applications of Phillip Jackson and Nellie Youngberg for appointment to the Type B Board
• Receive update on repairs of the electronic marquee and Community Center sound system
• Review and consider financial reports for October and November 2024
• Possible executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.072 for real property deliberations
• Announcement of a joint workshop with Type A Board on January 6, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

The Keene EDC Type B Board tabled appointments for Phillip Jackson and Nellie Youngberg until January, approved minutes and financial reports, and directed staff to obtain two additional bids for replacing the electronic marquee after a quote of $46,133. No action was taken on the marquee or other items.

• Tabled board appointment applications until January meeting (4-0)
• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved financial report for October 31, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved financial report for November 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Directed staff to seek two more bids for marquee replacement

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning & Zoning Commission will review applications from Kaleb Boal and Gilbert Perez to fill two vacant seats with terms ending March 2026. Commissioners will also consider approving the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting. No zoning or development items are on this agenda.

• Review of Kaleb Boal's application for a P&Z Commission vacancy (term ending March 2026)
• Review of Gilbert Perez's application for a P&Z Commission vacancy (term ending March 2026)
• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended Kaleb Boal and Gilbert Perez to fill vacancies on the commission for terms ending March 2026. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Recommended Kaleb Boal for P&Z vacancy (3-0)
• Recommended Gilbert Perez for P&Z vacancy (3-0)
• Approved October 14, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the Code of Conduct, agenda setting procedures, and the meeting schedule. The body is also considering a new ordinance regarding donation bins and participation in the Kroger Opioid Settlement.

• Ordinance No. 2024-676 adding Chapter 117, “Donation Bins”, to the Code of Ordinances
• Approval of participation in the Kroger Opioid Settlement
• Discussion on removing non-functional outdoor warning sirens (new sirens cost $40,000 to $50,000 each)
• Review of Code of Conduct (Ordinance No. 2024-668) and City Council Rules of Order and Procedure
• Selection of a candidate for the Johnson County Appraisal District Board of Directors ballot

The Keene City Council repealed the Code of Conduct (Ordinance No. 2024-668) and suspended the Rules of Order and Procedure for 120 days. It also approved the consent agenda, including the Kroger Opioid Settlement and the Donation Bins ordinance, and cast votes for the Johnson County Appraisal District Board. A proposal for national background checks on new employees and elected officials was defeated.

• Approved consent agenda including Kroger Opioid Settlement and Donation Bins ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-676 adding Chapter 117 'Donation Bins' (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-463 casting votes for John Wood for Johnson County Appraisal District Board (unanimous)
• Repealed Code of Conduct Ordinance No. 2024-668 (4-3)
• Suspended Rules of Order and Procedure for 120 days (4-3)
• Tabled meeting schedule change for 90 days (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's suggested edits to Agenda Setting Procedures ordinance (unanimous)
• Defeated motion for national background checks on new employees and elected officials (3-4)

Possible Quorum Notices

This is a procedural notice that members of the City Council, boards, and commissions may attend the Keene Christmas Market and Tree Lighting on Dec 1 and the Christmas Lights Parade and Fireworks Show on Dec 8. No formal deliberations, actions, or minutes will occur.

• Keene Christmas Market and Tree Lighting on Dec 1, 12:00–8:00 p.m. at Elisa Carver Park, 1000 N Old Betsy Rd.
• Christmas Lights Parade and Fireworks Show on Dec 8, 5:30–10:00 p.m. on Old Betsy Rd.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss real property in executive session. Following the session, the Council may take action to allow the City Manager to negotiate a property purchase.

• Possible action to allow City Manager to enter negotiations to purchase real property

City Council

The Keene City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 2024-675 to formally enact city charter amendments approved by voters in the November 5 special election. The council will also discuss accepting the resignation of City Attorney Pat Chesser, consider appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and receive year-end financial reports for FY 2023-2024 and the October 2024 financial report.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2024-675 enacting charter amendments approved by voters on Nov. 5
• Accept resignation of City Attorney Pat Chesser
• Discuss current appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Consider new schedule for regular City Council meetings
• Receive FY 2023-2024 year-end financial report showing $5.62M general fund revenue vs. $5.45M expenditures

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board will discuss 2025 goals and the update of outdated EDC web pages. The board is also considering an appointment to fill a vacancy and evaluating billboard advertising options.

• Application of Phillip Jackson for appointment to the EDC (Type A) Board
• Billboard advertising options from AdTime Marketing with rates of $1,550.00
• Review of EDC web pages and Facebook page
• Financial Report for the month ending September 30, 2024
• Setting of board goals for 2025

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board will review and possibly take action on several infrastructure and park projects, including a half-mile sidewalk along Old Betsy Road, lighting for basketball and pickleball courts at Elisa Carver Park, a skate park, and additional parking at Pocket Park. The board will also consider appointing Phillip Jackson to fill a vacancy through March 2026. Updates on bench installation, shade structures, and repairs to the City Hall marquee and community center sound system are also on the agenda.

• Appointment of Phillip Jackson to the EDC Type B Board for term ending March 2026
• Old Betsy Road bench project with 12 benches and matching trash receptacles
• Adding lighting to basketball and pickleball courts at Elisa Carver Park
• Skate park project in Elisa Carver Park with possibility of phased construction
• Sidewalk construction along Old Betsy Road from Southwestern Adventist University gymnasium to Pioneer Drive

Possible Quorum Notices

This document is a notice that members of the City Council, Type A & B Boards, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustment may attend a reception. The event is to welcome the new City Manager and elected officials. No formal action or deliberation will take place.

• Reception at Keene Community Center on November 18, 2024

City Council

The Keene City Council will canvass the November 5, 2024 general and special election results, including approving eight voter-approved charter amendments. Newly elected officials (Mayor Lisa Parrish, Council Members Troy Smith, Bob Chapman, and Johnny Shaw) will take the oath of office. The Council will also nominate and elect a Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term and update authorized bank signatories at Pinnacle Bank.

• Adoption of Resolution 2024-461 canvassing the November 5, 2024 General and Special Election and declaring results
• Oath of Office for Mayor Lisa Parrish, Council Member Place I Troy Smith, Council Member Place III Bob Chapman, and Council Member Ward II Johnny Shaw
• Nomination and election of a Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term
• Approval of Resolution 2024-462 updating authorized signatories on City of Keene accounts at Pinnacle Bank

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for November 11, 2024, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

City Council

The Keene City Council will review and vote on a resolution to apply for a $3,523,000 Texas Water Development Board grant for water system improvements, with a 10% city match. They will also discuss canvassing the November 5 election results, a resolution banning certain social media on city devices, and the possible appointment of a single City Attorney. The consent agenda includes updating bank signatories to reflect the new City Manager Jonathan Seitz and approving the October 17 meeting minutes.

• Resolution authorizing $3,523,000 TWDB Water Loss Mitigation grant application for replacing old or undersized water lines (10% city match)
• Consent agenda: Resolution 2024-459 updating Pinnacle Bank signatories — removing retired City Manager Brent Batla, adding Jonathan Seitz
• Discussion and possible setting of a special meeting date to canvass November 5, 2024 election results
• Proposed resolution prohibiting use of certain social media applications on city-owned or leased devices
• Discussion on need to appoint a single City Attorney

Possible Quorum Notices

This document is a notice that members of the City Council, Type A & B Boards, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustment may attend the Keene Chamber of Commerce Community Awards Banquet. No formal action or deliberation will take place.

• Keene Chamber of Commerce Community Awards Banquet at 1000 N Old Betsy Rd.

Possible Quorum Notices

This notice informs the public that members of the City Council, Type A & B Boards, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustment may attend a proposed charter amendments town hall on October 20, 2024. No deliberation, formal action, or meeting minutes will occur; it is posted solely to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Town hall on proposed charter amendments on Sunday, October 20, 2024, 5:30–8:00 p.m. at Mabee Center, 100 W. Hillcrest St.

City Council

The Keene City Council will review bids and consider possible action on the Fairview Reconstruction project and may appoint an interim city manager during executive session. The council will also receive the city manager's report and a financial report for the month ending September 30, 2024, and will approve minutes from three prior meetings. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Review bids and consider possible action on the Fairview Reconstruction project
• Executive session to discuss appointment of an interim city manager (personnel matter), with possible action afterward
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from special-called meetings on Sept. 29 and Sept. 30, and regular meeting on Oct. 3, 2024
• Receive and discuss financial report for month ending Sept. 30, 2024, including year-end revenue and expenditure summaries for general, water, and sewer funds
• City manager's report includes updates on Starfest, Christmas Marketplace, development projects, and tree trimming on CR 414

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board will meet to review financial reports and previous meeting minutes. The board will also enter an executive session to deliberate on real property concerning 3 acres of land at the Keene Industrial Park.

• Executive session regarding 3 acres of land at Keene Industrial Park
• Review of EDC-A Financial Report for the month ending August 31, 2024
• Review of August 21, 2024, and September 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board will consider approving a change order for additional concrete for the pickleball court construction, discuss adjusting the November 19, 2024 meeting date or time, and review the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting and the EDC-B financial report for August 2024.

• Review and consider approval of change order for additional concrete for pickleball court construction
• Discuss and consider adjusting the regular November 19, 2024 EDC Type B Board meeting date or time
• Review and consider minutes of the September 17, 2024 regular meeting
• Receive and consider EDC-B Financial Report for month ending August 31, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and consider a zoning request from Kittle Property Group for a 21.8-acre site at 2632 US-67, changing from C-2 General Commercial to Planned Development for a 252-unit multifamily development called Covington Acres. The request includes variances for three-story buildings instead of two and four playgrounds instead of five. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Rezone of 21.8 acres from C-2 General Commercial to PD Planned Development for Covington Acres
• Variances: three-story buildings instead of two, four playgrounds instead of five
• Conceptual plan: 252 dwelling units (one- to four-bedroom), 683 parking spaces
• Public hearing and possible action on the zoning change
• Approval of minutes from Sept. 9 and Sept. 30, 2024 meetings

Possible Quorum Notices

This is a notice of a possible quorum for the City Council and various boards. No formal action will be taken and no minutes will be produced.

• Groundbreaking for Tractor Supply at 2521 US 67 Business N

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning request from The Kittle Property Group, Inc. to rezone a 21.8-acre portion in the Hugh McCollum Survey from General Commercial (C-2) to Planned Development (PD) for multi-family use, with variances for three-story buildings and four playgrounds. The council will also discuss nominating directors for the Johnson County Appraisal District, drafting an ordinance on donation collection boxes, and conducting national background checks on new city employees and elected officials. An executive session is scheduled for city manager interviews.

• Public hearing and possible action on zoning request from The Kittle Property Group, Inc. for 21.8 acres: rezone from C-2 General Commercial to PD Planned Development (multi-family) with variances (three-story buildings instead of two, four playgrounds instead of five)
• Consider resolution naming nominees for Johnson County Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Discuss and give direction on drafting an ordinance regulating donation collection boxes
• Discuss and give direction on conducting national background checks for new city employees and incoming elected officials
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from September 24 special-called meeting

Possible Quorum Notices

This notice alerts the public that members of the City Council, boards, and commissions may attend the National Night Out event on October 1, 2024. No formal deliberation or action will occur, and no minutes will be produced. The notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Possible quorum at National Night Out event on October 1, 2024, 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Keene City Hall
• No deliberation, formal action, or minutes will result from this attendance

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from The Kittle Property Group, Inc. to rezone a 21.8-acre portion of the Hugh McCollum Survey, Abstract 570 TR 12. The request seeks to change the designation from General Commercial District to a Planned Development District based on multi-family zoning.

• Zoning change request for 21.8 acres in Hugh McCollum Survey, Abstract 570 TR 12
• Proposed change from (C-2) General Commercial District to (PD) Planned Development District
• Variance request for three-story buildings instead of the standard two
• Variance request for four playgrounds instead of five

City Council

The council holds a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 tax rate of $0.834134 per $100 valuation, unchanged from last year. Due to rising property values, total property tax revenue is estimated to increase by $299,620 (10.2%), including $108,191 from new properties. After the hearing, council may adopt the rate and also holds an executive session to interview city manager candidates.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of 2024 tax rate of $0.834134 per $100 valuation, split into $0.731484 for maintenance & operations and $0.102650 for debt service
• Property tax revenue increase of $299,620 (10.2%) over the previous year, with $108,191 from new property additions
• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.074 to interview city manager candidates
• Public comments for non-agenda items limited to three minutes per speaker

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing to receive citizen comments on the proposed FY2024-2025 budget, which includes a 10.2% increase in property tax revenue ($299,620) and a proposed tax rate of $0.834134 per $100 valuation. Following the hearing, the council may vote to adopt the budget, which also includes a fee schedule and capital improvement program.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2024-2025 budget
• Property tax revenue increase of $299,620 (10.2%) from prior year
• Proposed property tax rate of $0.834134 per $100 assessed value
• Adoption of the budget includes a fee schedule and five-year capital improvement program
• Record vote on the proposal: 5 in favor, 1 against (Council Member Thomas Gutwa), Mayor present not voting

City Council

The City Council will discuss the appointment of an interim City Manager and a potential resolution of censure and removal of Mayor Pro Tem Ray Johnson. The body will also consider a performance agreement for a Tractor Supply development and budgets for Economic Development Corporations.

• Interlocal agreement with Johnson County Emergency Services District No.1 for FY 2024-2025
• Purchase of a replacement vehicle for Keene Fire Department's 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe KTA
• FY 2024-2025 budgets for Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A and Type B)
• Performance agreement with Keene WF, L.L.C. for Tractor Supply construction
• Drafting an ordinance to regulate Donation Collection Boxes

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024, has been cancelled. Public hearings for the Budget and Tax Rate will be rescheduled with new notices published.

• Cancellation of Budget public hearing
• Cancellation of Tax Rate public hearing

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board will meet to discuss the possibility of installing a Keene EDC billboard. The board will also review meeting minutes from August 21, 2024.

• Discussion and direction to staff regarding a Keene EDC billboard

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board meeting on September 18, 2024, was held at 9:00 a.m. but posted incorrectly for 9:30 a.m., rendering all actions invalid. The board approved the August 21, 2024, meeting minutes and discussed a potential billboard, but these actions will be reconsidered at the next regular meeting.

• Approved August 21, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed billboard installation; staff to review EDC-A budget and report back
• All actions invalid due to incorrect meeting posting time

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) will discuss and give direction on several park projects: the Matthew Davis memorial bench, repair or replacement of the Elisa Carver Park entrance sign, and a pickleball court project. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its August 20 meeting and the financial reports for May, June, and July 2024, which were postponed from the prior meeting due to an agenda error.

• Receive a report and give direction on the Matthew Davis memorial bench project
• Discuss repair or replacement of the Elisa Carver Park entrance sign
• Update and direction on the Pickleball Court project
• Consider approval of the minutes from the August 20, 2024 EDC-B meeting
• Consider approval of May, June, and July 2024 financial reports (postponed from August meeting)

The Keene EDC-B Board directed staff to purchase a Northgate bench with arched back, matching trash can, and concrete pad for the Matthew Davis memorial bench project, not to exceed $3,000. The board also directed staff to get a quote for repairing the Elisa Carver Park entrance sign and approved minutes and financial reports. No action was taken on the pickleball court layout.

• Approved directing staff to purchase Northgate bench, trash can, and pad up to $3,000 (unanimous)
• Approved directing staff to get quote for repairing Elisa Carver Park entrance sign (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved May, June, July 2024 financial reports (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous joint meeting and discuss scheduling public hearings for upcoming rezoning and variance requests. No specific projects or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the July 8, 2024 joint meeting with the Capital Improvement Advisory Committee
• Discussion and direction on dates for future public hearings on rezoning requests and variance requests

The Keene Planning & Zoning Commission approved the July 8, 2024 joint meeting minutes unanimously. They also directed staff to schedule a public hearing for a possible multifamily rezoning request on Monday, September 30, at 6:00 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 8, 2024 joint meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for multifamily rezoning request for Sept. 30 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Keene City Council will consider a resolution of no confidence in the Johnson County Appraisal District Chief Appraiser, review and discuss the proposed 2024-25 budget, and consider a professional services contract with Charles Williams as Finance Consultant. The consent agenda includes approval of an interlocal agreement for dispatching services with Johnson County, reducing costs from $69,799 to $39,058, and an ordinance to correct the Elections Administrator's name. The council will also receive reports on city manager updates and a sidewalk project at S. Eastern Street and E. First Street.

• Resolution stating no confidence in Johnson County Appraisal District Chief Appraiser
• Review and possible action on the proposed 2024-25 budget
• Professional services contract with Charles Williams as Finance Consultant
• Interlocal agreement with Johnson County for dispatching services (cost $39,058, down from $69,799)
• Ordinance No. 2024-672 to amend the Elections Administrator name in Section 8 of Ordinance No. 2024-671

The Keene City Council approved a resolution expressing no confidence in the Johnson County Appraisal District's Chief Appraiser, amended to target the JCAD rather than the individual. The vote was 4-1, with Council Member Beeson dissenting. The council also approved consent agenda items, including an interlocal agreement for dispatching services, and a professional services contract with Charles Williams as Finance Consultant.

• Approved resolution of no confidence in JCAD Chief Appraiser (4-1)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Johnson County for Dispatching Services (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-672 amending Elections Administrator name (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 regular meeting with edits (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 23, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved professional services contract with Charles Williams as Finance Consultant (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will convene an executive session to discuss personnel complaints against Mayor Pro Tem Ray Johnson and to receive the City Manager's retirement notice. Following the closed session, the council may reconvene to take action, which could include a resolution of censure or a recommendation for recall.

• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.071 and 551.074 to discuss multiple grievances/complaints against Mayor Pro Tem Ray Johnson
• Receive and discuss City Manager’s retirement notice in closed session
• Possible reconvened open session to consider a resolution of censure or recommendation of recall for Code of Conduct violations
• Public comments limited to items not on the agenda; speaker cards required with 3-minute limit
• Special meeting held at 2:00 PM on August 23, 2024, at Keene City Hall

The Keene City Council voted 4-1 to censure Mayor Pro Tem Ray Johnson for violating the city's code of conduct, specifically Sections 30-74(D) and (G), following grievances filed by staff. The council took no action on the City Manager's retirement notice. The meeting also included public comments about an RV park encroachment and the City Manager's retirement.

• Adopted resolution censuring Mayor Pro Tem Ray Johnson for code of conduct violations (4-1, Gutwa nay)
• Took no action on City Manager's retirement notice

Possible Quorum Notices

This notice announces that members of the Keene City Council, Type A & B Boards, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustment may attend a Chamber of Commerce lunch meeting on August 22, 2024. The notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act. No deliberation, formal action, or minutes will occur; it is purely procedural.

• Event: Keene Chamber of Commerce Lunch Meeting with guest speaker Jim Hudspeth, Chief Appraiser, JCCAD, on Aug. 22, 2024, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at Community Center, 1000 N. Old Betsy Rd.

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board will hold a regular meeting on August 21, 2024. The board is scheduled to approve minutes from two previous meetings (July 17 regular and July 22 special) and review the July 2024 financial report. No new policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; the session is largely procedural. Public comments on non-agenda items will be heard at the start.

• Approve minutes of the July 17, 2024 regular board meeting
• Approve minutes of the July 22, 2024 special-called board meeting
• Review and discuss EDC-A Financial Report for month ending July 31, 2024
• Public comments on items not on the agenda (3 minutes per speaker)
• Board may convene into executive session as permitted by Texas Open Meetings Act

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board met on August 21, 2024, and approved the minutes from its July 17 and July 22 meetings, as well as the financial report for July 2024. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with updates on local projects and a request to discuss a city billboard at a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved EDC-A financial report for month ending July 31, 2024 (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board will meet to review financial reports and previous meeting minutes. The board will also discuss and provide direction to staff regarding a possible skate park.

• Discussion and direction for a possible skate park
• Review of EDC-B financial reports for May, June, and July 2024
• Approval of minutes from May 21, July 16, and July 27, 2024 meetings

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board approved minutes from three prior meetings and discussed a possible skate park, with estimated design costs of $68,000. No vote was taken on the EDC-B financial report due to an agenda error; it will be reconsidered at the September 17, 2024 meeting. Staff were directed to research costs for several future projects, including replacement banners, shade structures, fencing, and seating.

• Approved minutes for May 21, 2024 and July 16, 2024 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 27, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
• Postponed EDC-B financial report approval to September 17, 2024 meeting
• Discussed skate park design cost estimate of $68,000; no action taken

City Council

The Keene City Council will receive the FY23 audit report, discuss the proposed tax rate for FY 2024-25 and the upcoming budget, and consider several resolutions including a CDBG-MIT grant application and an Atmos Energy rate settlement. A public hearing may be set for the tax rate and budget. The council will also review employee healthcare benefit options.

• Receive and discuss Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report
• Review and consider adopting resolution for CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program application
• Discuss no-new-revenue rate, voter-approval tax rate, and proposed tax rate for FY 2024-25; possible approval and scheduling of public hearing
• Review and consider resolution on negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy regarding 2024 Rate Review Mechanism
• Review and give direction on Fiscal Year 2025 budget and employee healthcare benefit options

The Keene City Council approved a proposed tax rate of $0.834134 per $100 of taxable assessed value for Fiscal Year 2025, with a public hearing scheduled for September 19. The council also approved a resolution to apply for up to $300,000 in CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program funding for a comprehensive plan, and approved a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy regarding its 2024 rate review. Healthcare benefits were approved with a high deductible HSA option, but a motion to reduce dependent coverage from 70 to 60 percent failed.

• Approved proposed tax rate of $0.834134 per $100 valuation for FY2025 (5-1, Mayor not voting)
• Adopted resolution to apply for CDBG-MIT Resilient Communities Program funding up to $300,000 (unanimous)
• Approved healthcare Option C with high deductible HSA plan (unanimous)
• Denied motion to reduce dependent healthcare coverage from 70% to 60% (2-4)
• Adopted resolution approving Atmos Energy negotiated settlement (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda including August 1, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The August 12, 2024 regular meeting of the Keene Planning & Zoning Commission has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Keene City Council will discuss the FY2025 budget, consider an ordinance calling a general and special election for November 5 (including 10 charter amendments), and vote on a resolution of no confidence in the Johnson County Appraisal District's Chief Appraiser. A public hearing on a zoning change for a 21.8-acre multifamily development was canceled. Consent items include renewal of the prisoner housing interlocal agreement with Johnson County at $69.94 per prisoner per day and an amendment to the communications system agreement. An executive session will address an economic development incentive agreement for Tractor Supply.

• Canceled public hearing on rezoning 21.8 acres from C-2 General Commercial to M-F Multi-Family with variances for a 3-story building and 4 playgrounds
• Consider resolution of no confidence in Johnson County Appraisal District Chief Appraiser
• Consider ordinance calling general election for Mayor, Ward II, Place I, and Place III, plus special election on 10 Home-Rule Charter Amendments on Nov 5, 2024
• Interlocal agreement with Johnson County for housing Class C misdemeanor prisoners at $69.94/day for FY2025
• Executive session discussion on Economic Development Incentive and Performance Agreement for Tractor Supply development

The Keene City Council unanimously approved an ordinance calling a general election for mayor and three council seats, plus a special election on ten proposed Home-Rule Charter Amendments, all to be held November 5, 2024. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included an interlocal agreement with Johnson County for housing Class C misdemeanor prisoners and an amendment to the communications system agreement. A resolution expressing no confidence in the Johnson County Appraisal District's Chief Appraiser failed for lack of a second, and discussion was tabled to September 5. The council approved an economic development incentive agreement for the Tractor Supply development after executive session.

• Approved ordinance calling general and special elections for Nov. 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including interlocal agreement with Johnson County for prisoner housing (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to communications system agreement with Johnson County (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• No-confidence resolution on JCAD Chief Appraiser failed (no second)
• Tabled no-confidence discussion to Sept. 5 meeting (3-1-1)
• Approved economic development incentive agreement for Tractor Supply (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The meeting was scheduled to discuss a zoning change and variances for a 21.8-acre property. However, a cancellation notice was posted on July 29, 2024, at 11:45 a.m.

• Proposed zoning change for 21.8-acre portion in HUGH McCOLLUM SURVEY, ABSTACT 570 TR 12 from (C-2) General Commercial District to (M-F) Multi-Family
• Proposed variance for a 3-story building instead of two
• Proposed variance for four playgrounds instead of five

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board will hold a special meeting on July 23, 2024, to review, discuss, and consider the proposed fiscal year 2025 budget. The budget totals $285,282 and includes personnel costs, park maintenance, community center debt payments, and other expenses. The board may also convene into executive session to seek legal advice on posted items. Public comments are invited on items not on the agenda.

• Review proposed FY2025 budget totaling $285,282
• Personnel costs of $70,770 (EDC director and maintenance staff)
• Park maintenance expenses of $71,150 (mowing contract and utilities)
• Community center debt payments of $66,667
• Advertising and promotions budget of $9,400

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) Board approved its Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which forecasts $354,000 in revenue. The board recommended funding both a mowing contract and a dedicated staff position for mowing. The budget approval was unanimous.

• Approved FY2025 EDC-B budget with recommendations (unanimous)
• Recommended funding both a mowing contract and a dedicated staff position for mowing

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board will discuss the fiscal year 2025 budget and a potential incentive agreement for Tractor Supply. The board will also administer the oath of office to new member Rolando Colindres-Bran.

• Proposed financial incentive agreement with Tractor Supply for waterline and deceleration lane costs
• Review of fiscal year 2025 budget with total expenditures of $143,545
• Proposed $15,000 Business Retention & Assistance Grant
• Proposed $5,000 contract for grant writer Jacob Martin, Engineering Svcs
• Proposed $12,400 for advertising and promotions, including $3,000 for Christmas Parade fireworks

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board unanimously approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget for inclusion in the Budget Workbook. The board also approved economic incentives for the Tractor Supply development as presented by staff, with 4 votes in favor and none opposed.

• Approved FY25 EDC-A budget (unanimous)
• Approved Tractor Supply economic incentives (4-0)

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting water and wastewater impact fees, with proposed maximums of $2,013 per water service unit and $3,623 per wastewater service unit. The exact fee amounts will be set at or below these maximums after the hearing. Council will also review the FY25 budget overview, reconsider multiple Charter Review Commission recommendations, and consider approving the 2024 Johnson County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Public hearing on proposed water impact fee of $2,013/unit and wastewater impact fee of $3,623/unit
• Consideration of ordinance adopting the impact fees after the hearing
• Consent agenda includes approval of 2024 Johnson County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Review and discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 budget overview

The Keene City Council held a public hearing and then unanimously adopted an ordinance establishing maximum water impact fees of $2,013 per water service unit and wastewater impact fees of $3,623 per wastewater service unit, effective July 18, 2024. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the 2024 Johnson County Hazard Mitigation Plan and the June 20, 2024 meeting minutes. No action was taken on the FY25 budget overview or on any of the proposed Charter Review Commission changes, as no motions to reconsider were made.

• Adopted ordinance establishing water impact fees at $2,013 per unit and wastewater impact fees at $3,623 per unit (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 2024 Johnson County Hazard Mitigation Plan and June 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on FY25 budget overview
• No motions made to reconsider Charter Review Commission recommendations

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A) Board will meet to approve the minutes from its June 19 meeting, receive the June 30 financial report, and review the first draft of the FY 2025 budget. No substantive decisions on spending or projects are scheduled; the budget is a preliminary overview subject to future adjustments.

• Approve minutes from June 19, 2024 EDC meeting
• Receive and discuss EDC financial report for June 30, 2024 ($231,623 revenue, $25,052 expenditures)
• Review preliminary FY 2025 budget overview (no formal vote)

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Economic Development Corporation Type A Board will discuss a preliminary budget overview for Fiscal Year 2025. The board will also review the financial statement for the period ending June 30, 2024, and consider approving minutes from the June 19, 2024, meeting.

• Review of FY2025 Budget overview with total expenditures of $99,675
• Approval of financial statement ending June 30, 2024
• Approval of June 19, 2024, meeting minutes
• Proposed $15,000 Business Retention & Assistance Grant in FY25 budget
• Proposed $5,000 for Industrial Park Maintenance in FY25 budget

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission and Impact Fee Advisory Committee will review a final report regarding the adoption of water and wastewater impact fees. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its June 10, 2024, meeting.

• Review of Capital Improvement Advisory Committee report on impact fees
• Approval of June 10, 2024, Planning & Zoning Commission minutes

City Council

There is no regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 4, 2024, due to the holiday. The provided document contains only a notice of this cancellation.

Possible Quorum Notices

This is a notice of possible quorum for various city boards and the City Council regarding the Independence Day Parade and Celebration on July 4, 2024. No formal action or deliberation will be taken during this event.

• Attendance at the Independence Day Parade and Celebration on July 4, 2024

City Council

The City Council will review proposed revisions to the City Charter and consider an election order for November 5, 2024. The agenda also includes a final plat for Tractor Supply at 2521 E Hwy 67 and property tax exemptions for child-care facilities.

• Final Plat approval for 2521 E Hwy 67 (Tractor Supply)
• Property tax exemption ordinance for child-care facilities
• EDC-B projects: pickleball courts, electronic signs, and park security systems
• Republic Services rate increase of 5.47% starting August 1, 2024
• City Charter revisions and November 5 election order

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The EDC Type A Board will consider a new board member application and approve May 2024 financial reports. The board may also enter executive session to discuss real property regarding five acres in the Keene Industrial Park.

• Application of Rolando Colindres-Bran to the EDC Type A Board
• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of May 2024 financial reports
• Real property deliberations for Lot 4R3A1 Keene Industrial Park

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The regular meeting of the Keene Economic Development Corporation Type B Board scheduled for June 18, 2024, was canceled due to technical issues. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2024.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review a final plat for 2521 E Hwy 67 to provide a recommendation to the City Council. The meeting also includes consideration of the May 13, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Final Plat review for 2521 E Hwy 67 (Tractor Supply) by Crossroads Development Keene, LLC
• Approval of May 13, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The scheduled City Council meeting for June 6, 2024, was canceled due to audio-visual issues that prevented the meeting from being conducted. No items on the agenda were discussed or acted upon.

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board) will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 2024-449 to approve three projects: pickleball courts and amenities (up to $145,000), electronic signs (up to $35,000), and security systems at city parks (up to $42,000). The board will also review and consider approval of the April 16, 2024 minutes and April 2024 financial reports. The meeting includes routine items like public comments and officer remarks.

• Public hearing and resolution for pickleball courts, not to exceed $145,000
• Electronic signs purchase, not to exceed $35,000
• Security systems at city parks, not to exceed $42,000
• Approval of April 16, 2024 board minutes
• Approval of April 2024 financial reports

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to adopt water and wastewater impact fees, including approving the Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan. The council will also consider a property tax exemption for child-care facilities, final plats for two residential developments, and a police MOU with Joshua ISD. Reports on the city manager's update and April 2024 finances are informational only.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2024-445/446 on water and wastewater impact fees
• Ordinance 2024-670: property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities
• Final plat for The Canyons - Phase I (DR Horton Texas LTD)
• Final plat for Ashton Home Place - Phase II (MKP Development LLC)
• MOU between Keene PD and Joshua ISD PD (no financial impact)

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A EDC) will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on the Allsup's development, review and potentially approve the April 2024 board minutes and financial reports, and consider the application of Bud Findley to join the board. The board may also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations regarding the Tractor Supply development.

• Update on Allsup's development
• Approval of April 2024 board minutes
• Approval of April 2024 financial reports
• Consideration of Bud Findley's board application
• Executive session on Tractor Supply development negotiations

Possible Quorum Notices

The Keene Charter Review Commission will meet to review and discuss the City Attorney's draft of the revised City Charter, and to call for additional public recommendations. The meeting is a continuation of prior discussions on proposed charter changes, including election methods and council structure. No final decisions are scheduled; the commission will consider possible action on these items.

• Review and discuss City Attorney's draft of revised City Charter
• Call for additional public recommendations on charter review
• Possible action on proposed changes to election plurality vs. majority vote (Section 4.09)
• Discussion of removing wards and making them places (Section 1.02 B & C)
• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2024 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission will review and consider recommending approval of two final plats to the City Council: Ashton Home Place Phase II (35 residential lots on 7.407 acres) and The Canyons Phase I (part of a 70-acre development along Highway 67). The commission will also approve minutes from its April 15, 2024 meeting. Public comments are limited to items not on the agenda.

• Final Plat for Ashton Home Place Phase II, 35 residential lots on 7.407 acres, submitted by MKP Development, LLC
• Final Plat for The Canyons Phase I, submitted by DR Horton Texas LTD, part of a 70-acre development along Highway 67
• Approval of minutes from the April 15, 2024 P&Z meeting

Possible Quorum Notices

The Keene Charter Review Commission is meeting to review and discuss proposed changes to the City Charter, including calling for additional public recommendations and revisiting changes previously discussed with the City Attorney. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 30 meeting and public comments. This is a working session focused on refining charter amendments.

• Call for additional charter review recommendations from the public
• Review of proposed changes discussed with City Attorney on April 30, 2024
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Keene City Council will review mid-year department reports and consider FY2024 budget requests, including funding for a park maintenance position, animal control officer, and vehicle purchase. They will also consider EDC Type B projects (pickleball courts, electronic signs, security systems) and an appointment to the EDC Type B Board. Consent agenda items include the police racial profiling report, an easement abandonment, and a resolution removing a bank signatory. An executive session is scheduled for security, economic development, and a personnel complaint.

• Consider FY2024 mid-year budget requests, including $47,390 for an animal control officer and $20,000 each for EDC A and B
• Approve EDC Type B projects: pickleball courts, electronic signs, and park security systems
• Approve Keene Police Department 2023 Racial Profiling Report (1,963 stops)
• Approve Declaration of Abandonment of Easement and Quitclaim Deed to MKP Development, LLC
• Executive session on Tractor Supply development and personnel complaint against Ray Johnson

Possible Quorum Notices

The Keene Charter Review Commission will meet to continue its section-by-section review of the City of Keene Charter, including considering additional recommendations from the public and commission members. The commission will also discuss proposed charter changes from the City Attorney and City Council. This is a working session; no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Review of proposed charter changes from City Attorney and City Council
• Public call for additional charter section recommendations
• Commission member call for additional charter section recommendations
• Discussion of future agenda items

Possible Quorum Notices

The Keene Charter Review Commission will meet to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City Charter, including recommendations from the City Attorney and City Council. The commission will also consider additional charter sections for review and possible changes brought forward by members or the public. This is a working session to continue the section-by-section review process.

• Review of City Attorney's recommended charter changes, including annexation, mayor pro tem voting, and city manager duties
• Discussion of possible changes to charter sections on forfeiture of office and special meetings
• Consideration of additional charter sections for review beyond those recommended
• Approval of minutes from the April 11, 2024 Charter Review Commission meeting

City Council

The Keene City Council will review the FY25 budget process, including setting priorities and assigning a budget committee, and consider requiring fire hydrants in North Hills Estates. It will also discuss suspending the yellow card rules for public speakers. The agenda includes routine consent items and informational reports on the city manager's update and March 2024 finances.

• FY25 Budget: Council Budget Priorities, Budget Committee, Budget Calendar
• Fire hydrant requirement in North Hills Estates (North Hill Terrace, Dorothy Drive, CR 805B)
• Suspending yellow card rules for public speakers
• Consent: Approve April 4, 2024 council minutes
• Reports: City Manager's Report, March 2024 Financial Reports

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A EDC) will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, review minutes and financial reports, and consider two main items: approving Jacob & Martin to design improvements to CR 317 into the Industrial Park, and a request from a lessee to use fence repair costs in lieu of lease payment. The board may also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with Tractor Supply.

• Consider approval of Jacob & Martin to start designing CR 317 into the Industrial Park
• Consider request concerning lease of the Dane property, including $2,900 fence cost offset
• Review and approve financial reports for month ending March 31, 2024
• Executive session on economic development negotiations (Tractor Supply development)
• Election of officers

Possible Quorum Notices

This meeting of the Keene Charter Review Commission, scheduled for April 16, 2024, has been canceled due to an agenda error. No business will be conducted. The agenda lists the commission members and city officials but provides no substantive items for discussion.

• Meeting canceled due to agenda error
• Charter Review Commission scheduled for April 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• Location: Keene City Hall, Roger G. Cooper Council Chamber, 1000 N. Old Betsy Rd, Cleburne, TX

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board) will meet to review and possibly approve several items, including funding a message board up to $24,500, a drainage improvement project for softball fields, bids for pickleball courts and a skate park, and the appointment of Robert Chapman to the board. The board will also approve minutes and financial reports. The agenda includes an executive session on security devices.

• Funding a message board up to $24,500
• Drainage improvement project for softball fields
• Bids for construction of pickleball courts
• Bids for creation of a skate park
• Application of Robert Chapman for appointment to the EDC Type B Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items: electing officers, hearing chairman and city administration remarks, and taking public comments. The only action item is approval of the minutes from the March 18, 2024 joint meeting with the Capital Improvement Committee. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Election of officers for the commission
• Public comments (3 minutes per speaker on non-agenda items)
• Approval of March 18, 2024 joint meeting minutes

Possible Quorum Notices

The Keene Charter Review Commission is meeting to nominate a chair and discuss placing charter amendments on the November 5, 2024 ballot. They will also review recommended changes from the City Attorney and City Council. No final decisions are guaranteed; the agenda lists items for discussion and possible action.

• Nomination of commission chair
• Set schedule for charter amendments on November 5, 2024 ballot
• Review recommended changes from City Attorney and City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting originally scheduled for April 8, 2024, has been canceled and rescheduled for April 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda contains no substantive items, only the rescheduling notice and standard accessibility and posting information.

• Meeting rescheduled from April 8 to April 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Keene City Hall, Robert G. Cooper Council Chamber, 1000 N. Old Betsy Rd, Cleburne, TX

City Council

The Keene City Council will review a draft water and wastewater impact fee study and consider setting a public hearing on it. They will also consider creating a Charter Review Commission, adopting a Municipal Court Confidentiality Policy, and changing rules for public comments. The consent agenda includes removing Don Martin as a bank signatory and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution 2024-441 to set a public hearing on the impact fee study
• Resolution 2024-436 to create and appoint a Charter Review Commission
• Adopting the Municipal Court Confidentiality Policy
• Resolution 2024-440 to remove Don Martin as bank signatory
• Discussion on allowing public comment on agenda items and yellow speaker cards

City Council

The Keene City Council is holding its regular meeting with informational reports on the City Manager's report, February 2024 financials, ARPA funds, and development projects. The council will also consider the City Attorney's recommendations for the City Charter and may enter executive session to discuss real property. The agenda includes consent items to approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Review City Attorney's recommendations for the City Charter
• Discuss updates on ARPA funds
• Review February 2024 financials
• Update on Spring Creek Road construction and sidewalk project
• Consent agenda: approve minutes from Feb 29 and Mar 7 meetings

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A EDC) is holding a regular meeting to approve February 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board may also enter executive session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, with possible action afterward. The agenda is largely routine, with no major new proposals listed.

• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2024 financial reports
• Possible executive session on real property (Section 551.072)
• Swearing in of new board members

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type B) board will meet to approve the February 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board may also enter a closed executive session to discuss real property matters, as allowed by state law. This is a routine meeting with no major new spending or projects on the agenda.

• Approval of February 20, 2024, board meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2024 financial reports
• Possible executive session to discuss real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider approving the February 19, 2024 minutes and to review the Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan led by Jacob & Martin Engineering Firm. The agenda includes a draft 2024 Water and Wastewater Impact Fee Study, which proposes maximum impact fees of $2,013 per water service account and $3,623 per wastewater service account after a 50% credit. The meeting also includes swearing in new members, public comments, and possible executive session.

• Review of Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan by Jacob & Martin Engineering Firm
• Draft 2024 Water and Wastewater Impact Fee Study proposes $2,013 max water impact fee per account
• Draft study proposes $3,623 max wastewater impact fee per account
• Consider approval of February 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Swearing in of new commission members

Possible Quorum Notices

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. City Council, Type A & B Boards, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustment members may attend the Keene Fire Department's new engine wet down and push-in ceremony on March 15, 2024, at the Keene Fire Station. No deliberation or formal action will occur, and no minutes will be produced.

• Event: Keene Fire Department's New Engine Wet Down & Push-In Ceremony
• Date and time: Friday, March 15, 2024, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Location: Keene Fire Station, 201 W Hillcrest Street, Keene, TX
• Posted by City Secretary Holly Russell on March 12, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for March 11, 2024, has been cancelled and rescheduled for March 18, 2024. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to 03-18-2024

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing on a replat and variance for a single-family residential development in the Val Verde Villa Addition, then consider approving two ARPA-funded contracts for water and sewer line projects. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a resolution adding authorized signatories to city bank accounts. General items include reducing the bid threshold to $25,000, appointments to boards, and a CDBG policy resolution. The council may also enter executive session for personnel matters, including an administrative complaint against Ray Johnson.

• Public hearing on replat/variance for Val Verde Villa Addition
• Contract to Iron Wolf Construction: $234,047.04 for Pleasant Meadows Water Line
• Contract to J. Macias Industries: $160,675.00 for Old Betsy Sewer Line
• Resolution 2024-438: add Holly Russell and Tiffanie McDaniel as signatories at Pinnacle Bank
• Reduce fiduciary threshold for multiple bid requirements to $25,000

City Council

The Keene City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt a second draft of its Rules of Order and Procedure and Ordinance 2024-668, a Code of Conduct. The agenda also includes a possible executive session for legal advice. No other substantive items are listed.

• Second draft of Council Rules of Order and Procedure
• Ordinance 2024-668 Code of Conduct

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board) will consider approving January minutes and financial statements, discuss a reorganization of City Staff, and recommend board member reappointments to City Council. The board will also discuss and potentially approve several funding requests for Keene Chamber events and programs for the 2024-2025 budget, including the Community Expo, Annual Membership Directory, Annual Banquet, Christmas Parade, and U.S. Flag program. An executive session is authorized for deliberations about real property.

• Approval of Type A EDC minutes dated January 17, 2024
• Approval of financial statements ending January 31, 2024
• Discussion on reorganization of City Staff
• Recommendation to City Council on reappointing Don Beeson and Samantha Gillin for terms expiring in March
• Funding discussions: Chamber Community Expo (February 2024), Annual Membership Directory ($500), Annual Banquet ($750), Christmas Parade ($3,000), U.S. Flag program ($1,000)

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Business Development Corporation (Type B EDC) will meet to consider routine approvals, discuss city staff reorganization, and decide on several funding requests from the Keene Chamber of Commerce. The board will also discuss extending tall fencing around the new basketball court and recommend board member appointments to the City Council.

• Consider approval of January 16, 2024 minutes and January 31, 2024 financial statement
• Discussion on reorganization of City Staff
• Consider appointing/re-appointing board members Daniel Gathings, Aaron Moses, and Troy Smith
• Funding requests: Chamber Community Expo (Feb 2024), Annual Membership Directory ($500), Annual Banquet ($750), Christmas Parade ($3,000), U.S. Flag program ($1,000)
• Discussion on extending tall fencing around the new basketball court

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a preliminary plat for a BW Gas and Convenience & Retail development, review January meeting minutes, and recommend board member reappointments. The agenda also includes public comments and a possible executive session.

• Preliminary plat by Atwell, LLC for BW Gas and Convenience & Retail on a 5.784-acre tract in B.B.B. & C. RR CO. survey abstract 114 and J. Pennington survey abstract 701
• Approval of January 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Recommendation to City Council on reappointing Dan Alsup and Gilbert Perez to board terms expiring in March

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning approximately 1.0710 acres at 521 S. College from Single Family 2 (SF-2) to Commercial 2 (C-2) to allow a gas station and convenience store. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a resolution supporting affordable rental housing at 213 N. Val Verde Circle, and the creation of a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee. Financial reports for January 2024 will be presented for information only.

• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 521 S. College from SF-2 to C-2 for BW Gas & Convenience Retail LLC
• Ordinance 2024-667: Rezone 521 S College from SF2 to C2
• Resolution 2024-437: Supporting the Rehabilitation of Affordable Rental Housing at 213 N. Val Verde Circle
• Ordinance 2024-669: Creating the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
• Discussion of Ordinance 2024-668 Code of Conduct

Possible Quorum Notices

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. City Council, board, and commission members may attend an Eclipse Planning Meeting on February 13, 2024, but no deliberation, formal action, or minutes will occur. The notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Eclipse Planning Meeting on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 6:00-7:00 pm
• Location: Keene Community Center, 1000 N Old Betsy Rd, Cleburne, TX 76031
• No formal action or minutes will be produced

Planning & Zoning Commission

This Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting has been cancelled and rescheduled for February 19, 2024. No agenda items are listed for this date.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to 02-19-2024

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a preliminary plat for a 5.174-acre Tractor Supply Keene Addition, a re-plat for a 1.11-acre Val Verde Villa tract, and a Charter Review Commission application. They will also receive reports on the City Manager's update and November/December 2023 financials, and discuss conflict-of-interest affidavit requirements.

• Preliminary plat for Tractor Supply Keene Addition, 5.174 acres, O. Winters Survey Abstract 875
• Re-plat for Val Verde Villa, 1.11 acres, Jerimiah Williams Survey Abstract 870
• Charter Review Commission application and qualifications
• Financial reports for November and December 2023
• Executive session for City Secretary interview

Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board)

The Keene Economic Development Corporation (Type A Board) is meeting to consider routine approvals of minutes and financial statements, and to discuss land at the industrial park and improvements from Trailers to Trash. The board may also enter executive session to deliberate on real property matters.

• Approval of Type A EDC minutes from November 15, 2023
• Approval of financial statements ending November 30 and December 31, 2023
• Discussion on land at industrial park and improvements from Trailers to Trash
• Possible executive session on real property deliberation

Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board)

The Keene Business Development Corporation (Type B EDC) will consider approving minutes and financials, swear in a new board member, and direct staff on which proposed park projects to open for public consideration. The board may also enter executive session to discuss security devices at the park.

• Swear in new board member Daniel Gathings
• Approve Type B EDC minutes from December 19, 2023
• Approve financial statement ending December 31, 2023
• Discuss projects: new pickleball courts, park lighting/cameras/security, equipment replacement, Pocket Park on W. Fourth Street, softball field upgrades, sidewalk connections to SWAU parks
• Executive session on security devices (cameras and doors) at park

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving prior meeting minutes and make recommendations to City Council on two plats: a preliminary plat for a 5.174-acre Tractor Supply Keene Addition and a re-plat for a 1.11-acre tract in Val Verde Villa. Public comments are limited to items not on the agenda.

• Preliminary plat for 5.174-acre Tractor Supply Keene Addition, Lot 1 Block 1, O. Winters Survey Abstract 875
• Re-plat for 1.11-acre Val Verde Villa tract, Lot 1R Block 1R, Jerimiah Williams Survey Abstract 870
• Approval of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Keene City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for 521 S. College from Single Family 2 (SF-2) to Commercial 2 (C-2), requested by BW Gas & Convenience Retail LLC to build a convenience store with fuel pumps. The council will also vote on several routine items, including minutes, a charter review commission, a sidewalk contract, and other administrative matters.

• Public hearing on rezoning 521 S. College from SF-2 to C-2 (BW Gas & Convenience Retail LLC)
• Resolution No. 2024-436 appointing a Charter Review Commission
• Ordinance No. 2024-667: Rezone 521 S College from SF2 to C2
• Contract to Kevin Kopf for sidewalk construction, $21,702
• Executive session on personnel matters (D. Martin, City Secretary candidate)