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Municipal budget
Total revenue$60.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$58.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$46.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$6.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$604 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to tour golf course restaurant; no business will be conducted
The City of Liberty is hosting a tour of the Liberty Municipal Golf Course Restaurant on July 28, 2026. A quorum of the City Council may be present, but the body will not conduct or take any action regarding city business during this event.
- Tour of Liberty Municipal Golf Course Restaurant
- Notice of possible quorum posted per Texas Open Meetings Act
- Notice of meeting posted on City Hall bulletin board
- Notice of Americans with Disabilities Act accommodation available
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100 Magnolia Ridge Drive, Liberty
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Notice of Possible Quorum
~ Agenda ~
100 Magnolia Ridge Drive
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 5:30 PM Liberty Municipal Golf Course
NOTICE OF A POSSIBLE QUORUM
The City of Liberty is hosting a tour of the Liberty Municipal Golf Course Restaurant, at
5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, located at 100 Magnolia Ridge Drive, Liberty, Texas
77575.
A quorum of the City Council may be in attendance.
This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the governing body. The City Council will
not conduct, or take any action, concerning any city business during this event.
However, this notice is being posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on
the east and west sides of the City Hall Administration Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 22nd day of July
2026. This notice will remain posted continuously for at least three (3) business days preceding the scheduled day of
said meeting in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
___April Gilliland___
April Gilliland, City Secretary
NOTICE
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Liberty will provide reasonable accommodation for
persons attending and/or participating in this
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
1829 Sam Houston St., Liberty
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Special Called Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 7:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
Council Member Betty Runkle
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT AGENDA
All consent items listed are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one
motion. Th
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Recent meetings
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00
Liberty Community Development Corporation
LCDC to consider funding for Crockett St. repairs and Lights in Liberty
The Liberty Community Development Corporation will meet to discuss funding for specific local projects. The board will consider expenditures for repairs to Crockett St. and funding for Lights in Liberty.
- Consideration of expenditures for repairs to Crockett St.
- Presentation and consideration of funding for Lights in Liberty
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Liberty Community Development Corporation of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in
closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to
authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Kathrine McCarty
Vice President Mark Campbell
Secretary Margaret Gardzina
Barbara Norwood
Jay Shivers
Dan VanDeventer
Craig Vansau
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. Staff Update
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
Al
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to decide condemnation of two hazardous structures on July 14
The Liberty City Council will hold a public hearing on condemning two unsafe structures at 2721 Cos and 134 McManus, then consider action on their possible demolition. Other items include a variance request for setback requirements at 1710 Kipling St, resolutions for water‑development funding, an airport grant, and adoption of a Code of Ethics. The meeting also contains routine consent agenda approvals and executive‑session discussions on legal, real‑estate, personnel, and economic‑development matters.
- Public hearing on condemnation of structures at 2721 Cos and 134 McManus
- Resolution on variance request for setback requirements at 1710 Kipling St
- Resolution requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board
- Resolution accepting the 2026 TxDOT Airport Generator Project Grant
- Resolution adopting a Code of Ethics for City Council, Boards, and Commissions
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
Council Member Betty Runkle
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. City Manager's Report - City Manager Bryan Kendrick - Includes vario
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Betty Runkle yea
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 14:00
General
Liberty, port, navigation district to consider consulting contract, development talks
The City of Liberty City Council, the Chambers-Liberty Counties Navigation District, and the Port of Liberty are holding a joint special meeting. They will discuss and possibly act on economic development negotiations and a consulting services agreement with Blue Group for navigation purposes. The meeting includes executive sessions on economic development negotiations and legal counsel regarding litigation tied to navigation consultant services.
- Receive, review, and possible action on economic development negotiations
- Receive, review, and possible action on Blue Group Consulting Services for navigation
- Executive session under Texas Gov't Code Sec. 551.087 for economic development negotiations
- Executive session under Texas Gov't Code Sec. 551.071 for consultation with attorney on litigation tied to navigation consultant services
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per individual
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NOTICE OF JOINT SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
June 30, 2026
CITY OF LIBERTY CITY HALL
A Joint Special Meeting of the: 1-City of Liberty City Council; 2-Navigation and Canal
Commissioners of the Chambers-Liberty Counties Navigation District; and 3-Commissioners
of the Port of Liberty will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 1829 Sam
Houston Street in Liberty, Texas on TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., where the
following items will be considered and acted upon.
I. ESTABLISH QUORUM FOR EACH ENTITY
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments made will be limited to no more than 3 minutes
per individual. Those wishing to comment must sign in at the meeting.
III. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A. Texas Government Code Sec. 551.087. Deliberation concerning economic
development negotiations.
B. Texas Government Code Sec. 551.071 Consultation with Attorney. Discussion
with legal counsel regarding contemplated litigation tied to navigation consultant
services.
IV. GENERAL:
A. Receive, review, and possible action regarding economic development
negotiations.
B. Receive, review, and possible action regarding Blue Group Consulting Services for
navigation purposes.
V. ADJOURN
CHAMBERS-LIBERTY
COUNTIES
NAVIGATION DISTRICT
211 Miller Street
P.O. Box 518
Anahuac, Texas 77514
Phone: (409) 267-3541
Fax: (409) 267-4042
Website: www.clcnd.org
CITY OF LIBERTY
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, Texas
Phone: (936) 336-3684
Fax: (936
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1
MINUTES OF
JUNE 30, 2026
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF CHAMBERS §
WHEREAS, on the 30th day of June, 2026 a Joint Special Meeting of the 1 - City
of Liberty Council; 2 - Board of Navigation and Canal Commissioners of the Chambers -
Liberty Counties Navigation District ; and 3 – Commissioners of the Port of Liberty was
duly convened at the City Hall at 1829 Sam Houston Street in Liberty, Texas, and held in
all respects in accordance with law, and to the extent required by law due and proper
notice of such meeting was given; that legal quorum s were present throughout the
meeting, and a legally sufficient number of members of said Districts voted in the proper
manner; that all other requirements and proceedings under the law incident to the proper
adoption or passage of the following order, including publication, as required, has been
duly fulfilled, carried out, and otherwise observed; and the following members were
present, to wit:
CLCND Board: David Barber, Chairman
Leon Blackwelder, Vice-Chairman
Johnnie Jennings III, Secretary
Brady Hanson, Member
David Leonard, Member
CLCND Staff present: Claudia Sandoval, General Manager
Berenice Cabrera, Administrative Assistant
CHAMBERS-LIBERTY
COUNTIES
NAVIGATION
DISTRICT
211 Miller Street
P.O. Box 518
Anahuac, Texas 77514
Phone: (409) 267-3541
Fax: (409) 267-4042
Website: www.clcnd.org
CITY OF LIBERTY
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, Texas
Phone: (936) 336-3684
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 12:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
Planning Commission to decide on setback variance at 1710 Kipling St.
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly act on a variance request to setback requirements at 1710 Kipling St. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 28, 2026, under the consent agenda.
- Variance request to setback requirements at 1710 Kipling St.
- Approval of minutes from January 28, 2026
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The City of Liberty
Planning & Zoning Commission
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 12:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Planning and Zoning Commission of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed
session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by
Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
President Tyler Jackson
Commission Member Barry Jones
Commission Member David Reidland
Commission Member Carson Leonard
Commission Member Linda Spacek
Commission Member Emily Cook
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the
Commission Members may not deliberate or take any action during public comments for items not on the
agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The Commission Members may have the item placed on a future agenda for
action or refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT AGENDA
All consent items listed are considered to be
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-343 — CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Tyler Jackson yea · Barry Jones yea · David Reidland yea · Carson Leonard yea · Linda Spacek yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:00
General
Council to vote on EMS billing contract, road extension, golf course deal
The Liberty City Council is meeting in special session to consider several items, including awarding an EMS billing and collections contract to Express Billing, Inc., approving an extension of McGuire Road, and discussing a concessionaire agreement for the municipal golf course. The council will also go into executive session to discuss legal, real estate, and economic development matters, with possible action to follow.
- Resolution awarding EMS Billing and Collections proposal to Express Billing, Inc. and authorizing city manager to negotiate contract
- Resolution approving extension of McGuire Road
- Consideration of concessionaire agreement at Liberty Municipal Golf Course
- Resolution for Frontier Waste Fuel Cost Adjustment (consent agenda)
- Resolution to add Anthony Lasky to the Investment Committee (consent agenda)
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Special Called Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
Council Member Betty Runkle
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT AGENDA
All consent items listed are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one
motion. Th
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Special Called Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on June 23, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
Council Member Betty Runkle X
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
Mayor Hebert welcomed guests and visitors, opening the floor for public comment to those
individuals wishing to address the Council. No comments were made.
III. CONSENT
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-325 — CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Bruce Bell yea · Betty Runkle yea
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:00
Liberty Community Development Corporation
LCDC to consider grant for Beausoleil Property Investments, Inc
The Liberty Community Development Corporation will consider appointing its President, Vice-President, and Secretary. The board will also discuss participation in an HGAC film-ready communities conference and a grant application for a property on North Main Street.
- General Economic Development Grant Program Application for Beausoleil Property Investments, Inc at 2704 North Main Street
- Appointment of LCDC President
- Appointment of LCDC Vice-President
- Appointment of LCDC Secretary
- Participation in HGAC 'Lights, Camera, Action!: Building Film-Ready Communities Across the Region' Conference
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Liberty Community Development Corporation of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in
closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to
authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
Mark Campbell
Margaret Gardzina
Kathrine McCarty
Barbara Norwood
Jay Shivers
Dan VanDeventer
Craig Vansau
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT AGENDA
All consent items listed are considered to be routine by the Liberty Community Develop
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-297 — CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Kathrine McCarty yea · Mark Campbell yea · Margaret Gardzina yea · Barbara Norwood yea · Dan VanDeventer yea · Craig Vansau yea · Jay Shivers yea
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to consider disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park
The Liberty City Council will vote on resolutions to establish a budget for the 2026 'Lights in Liberty' event and to approve spending for a disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park. The consent agenda includes authorizing Anthony Lasky to access Tex Pool and waiving penalties on property account 74411. The council will also discuss legal, real estate, personnel, and economic development matters in executive session, with possible action afterward.
- Resolution establishing a budget for the 2026 'Lights in Liberty' event
- Resolution approving expenditure for a Disc Golf Course at Liberty Municipal Park
- Resolution authorizing Anthony Lasky to access Tex Pool and make investment choices
- Resolution waiving penalties and interest for taxes on property account 74411
- Consideration of participation in 'Lights, Camera, Action!: Building Film-Ready Communities Across the Region' conference from HGAC
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✓ Decided: City Council approved $25,000 for a disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park
The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a resolution authorizing Anthony Lasky access to Tex Pool and a tax penalty waiver for account 74411. A $25,000 expenditure for a disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park was approved by both the LCDC board (6‑0) and the City Council (7‑0). The council also unanimously appointed four members to the LCDC Board and three members to the Planning and Zoning Commission. No action was taken on any executive‑session matters.
- Approved consent agenda items (including Anthony Lasky access and tax waiver) – vote 7‑0
- Approved $25,000 LCDC expenditure for disc golf course – LCDC board vote 6‑0
- Approved $25,000 City Council resolution for disc golf course – vote 7‑0
- Appointed Barbara Norwood, Craig Vansau, Jay Shivers, Margaret Gardzina to LCDC Board – vote 7‑0
- Appointed Barry Jones, David Reidland, Lauryn Lozano to Planning and Zoning Commission – vote 7‑0
- Postponed budget resolution for 2026 "Lights in Liberty" event – no vote
- No action taken on legal matters discussed in executive session
- No action taken on real estate, personnel, and economic development matters discussed in executive session
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 4:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
Council Member Betty Runkle
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
All consent items listed are considered to be routine by the City Council and
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 4:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on June 9, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 4:41 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
Council Member Betty Runkle X
II. INVOCATION
Invocation was given by Council Member Debbie Dugger.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge to the American Flag and the pledge to the Texas Flag were led by Mayor John
Hebert.
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or con
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Betty Runkle yea
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 07:30
City Council
City Council to hold Strategic Planning Work Session
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the purpose of strategic planning. The meeting includes a 'State of the Departments' review for various city services.
- State of the Departments review for Public Works (Streets, Electric, Water Utilities, and Parks)
- State of the Departments review for Library
- State of the Departments review for Fire Department
- State of the Departments review for Police
- State of the Departments review for Golf and Airport
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✓ Decided: City Council held a strategic planning work session with no decisions made
The City Council met on June 9, 2026 for a strategic planning work session. Mayor John Hebert called the meeting to order at 7:37 a.m. City Manager Bryan Kendrick presented the agenda and an update on the branding and wayfinding project. Department heads from Public Works, Library, Fire, Police, Golf, and Airport presented short‑term priorities and long‑term strategic goals. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded.
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Strategic Planning Work Session
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 7:30 AM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
Council Member Betty Runkle
II. WORK SESSION AGENDA
A. Introduction and purpose of the work session
B. State of the Departments
1. Public Works - Streets, Electric, Water Utilities, and Parks
2. Library
3. Fire Department
4. Police
5. Golf
6. Airport
III. ADJOURNMENT
A. Motion To Adjourn
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on
the east and west sides of the City Hall Administration Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 3rd day of June
2026. This notice will remain posted continuously for at least three (3) business days preceding the scheduled day of
said meeting in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
___April Gilliland___
April Gil
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Strategic Planning Work Session
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 7:30 AM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on June 9, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 7:37 a.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
Council Member Betty Runkle X
II. WORK SESSION AGENDA
A. Introduction and purpose of the work session
City Manager Bryan Kendrick went over the work session agenda to provide the council with a
preview of what items would be discussed with them and gave an update on the branding and
wayfinding project.
B. State of the Departments
1. Public Works - Streets, Electric, Water Utilities, and Parks
The Public Works Strategic Planning session began with a presentation from Roadway Asset
Services, LLC, on the results of the pavement condition evaluation. EMPACT then presented
the LIDAR findings related to vegetation surrounding electric lines and utility easements. Public
Works Director Russell Crawley reviewed recent improvements and accomplishments across
the wastewater, water, electric, str
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:00
Liberty Community Development Corporation
Board to discuss possible disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park
The Liberty Community Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially take action regarding a disc golf course at the Liberty Municipal Park. The board will also review minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on Disc Golf Course at the Liberty Municipal Park
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✓ Decided: Board approves $25,000 disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park
The board approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting. It also approved a $25,000 expenditure to install a disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park, with a unanimous vote. Both actions were recorded with vote tallies. No other business was taken.
- Approved April 21, 2026 minutes (5-0-1)
- Approved $25,000 disc golf course installation at Liberty Municipal Park (6-0)
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Liberty Community Development Corporation of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in
closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to
authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr.
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty
Secretary Betty Runkle
Board Member Barbara Norwood
Board Member Mark Campbell
Board Member Dan VanDeventer
Board Member Craig Vansau
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT AGEN
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on May 19, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:0 p.m. by Vice President Kathrine McCarty.
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr. X
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty X
Secretary Betty Runkle X
Board Member Barbara Norwood X
Board Member Mark Campbell X
Board Member Dan VanDeventer X
Board Member Craig Vansau X
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
Vice President McCarty welcomed guests and visitors in attendance, opening the floor
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-231 — CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea · 1 abstain
Kathrine McCarty yea · Mark Campbell yea · Dan VanDeventer yea · Craig Vansau yea · Betty Runkle yea · Barbara Norwood abstain
Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider ordinance prohibiting drilling and mining in public parks
The Liberty City Council will canvass the May 2 general municipal election results, administer oaths of office, and elect a mayor pro tem. They will also consider resolutions to purchase properties on Scout Street and Lakeland Drive, and authorize applications for a Texas Parks & Wildlife grant. A key item is an ordinance banning drilling and mining in public parks, tied to the grant. The council will also discuss creating a Lights in Liberty Board and other routine items.
- Ordinance canvassing returns of the May 2, 2026 General Municipal Election
- Resolution to purchase property on Scout Street
- Resolution to purchase property on Lakeland Drive
- Ordinance prohibiting drilling and mining in public parks related to a Texas Parks & Wildlife grant
- Resolution creating the Lights in Liberty Board and appointing initial members
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✓ Decided: City adopts ordinance banning drilling and mining in public parks
The council unanimously approved several resolutions, including a contract with Public Management for a Texas Parks & Wildlife grant, the submission of that grant application, and an ordinance prohibiting drilling and mining in city parks. The council also approved the Lights in Liberty Board appointments and routine consent agenda items. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.
- Adopted ordinance prohibiting drilling and mining in public parks (7-0)
- Approved contract with Public Management for Texas Parks & Wildlife grant assistance (7-0)
- Authorized submission of 2027 Texas Parks & Wildlife Local Park Grant application (7-0)
- Approved expenditure of $30,200 for T‑Hangar storage unit improvements (7-0)
- Approved Lights in Liberty Board and appointed five members (7-0)
- Approved all items on the consent agenda, including property purchase resolutions and bank signatory addition (7-0)
- Elected Council Member Debbie Dugger as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
- Failed motion to elect Council Member Nick Dennis as Mayor Pro Tem (3-4)
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. Proclamation Recognizing Peace Officers Memorial Week
B. City Man
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on May 12, 2026 in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Council Member Tommy Brents X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
Council Member Betty Runkle X
II. INVOCATION
The invocation was delivered by Troy Bryant, Director of the Spirit of Sharing.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge to the American Flag and the pledge to the Texas Flag were led by Police Chief
Richard Ashe.
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for a
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Betty Runkle yea
Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:00
General
Airport board to discuss Airport Layout Plan for TxDOT commission in August
The Liberty Airport Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting covering airport operations, including a report from the airport manager on FAA and TxDOT projects, and a discussion of the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) for the TxDOT commission in August. The board will also discuss badging, video, social media, T78 capital improvement plan (CIP), gate access, vegetation control, and upcoming workshop topics such as courtesy car access, lease agreement updates, community hangar, and fees.
- Discussion of Airport Layout Plan (ALP) submission to TxDOT commission in August
- Discussion of T78 CIP and site visit
- Discussion of badging/video/social media policies
- Discussion of lease agreement updates and community hangar fees
- Discussion of gate access and vegetation/herbicide management
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Board Meeting
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1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
936-336-3684
Thursday, May 7, 2026 3:00 PM City Council Chambers
Business Order
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
Public Comments shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. Items arising during the public comment portion of the meeting
shall be placed on a future agenda for action or referred to the City Staff for study or conclusion.
3. Approval of Minutes
a. January 8, 2026
b. January 24, 2026
4. Reports / Updates
a. Airport Manager Report
• FAA
• Projects
• TxDOT
• Virtual Tower Update
5. Regular Session
a. Badging/Video/Social Media
b. ALP – TxDOT Commission in August
c. T78 CIP Discussion/Site Visit
d. Gate Access
e. Vegetation/Herbicide
f. Next Workshop
• Courtesy Car Access and Rules
• Lease Agreement Updates and Community Hangar
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o Fees
▪ Service Fees
▪ Commercial Tenants
• Vision Statement
6. Adjournment
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on the east
and west sides of the City Hall Administration Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 30th day of April 2026. This notice
will remain so posted continuously for at least three (3) business days preceding the scheduled day of said meeting in
accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
April Gilliland
April Gil
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Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 17:00
General
Library Board to discuss renewals and new member recommendations
The Liberty Municipal Library Board will meet to approve minutes from January 2026, hear reports from the treasurer, Friends of the Library, and the library director (covering building maintenance, events, children's activities, and staff updates), and discuss board renewals or new member recommendations. Public comments will be taken.
- Approval of minutes from January 29, 2026
- Treasurer's financial report
- Friends of the Library report
- Library director's report on building maintenance, events, children's activities, and staff updates
- Discussion of board renewals/new member recommendations
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Liberty Municipal
Library Board Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1710 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
936-336-8901
Thursday, April 23, 2026 5:00 PM Geraldine D. Humphreys Cultural Center
Business Order
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes – January 29, 2026
3. Public Comments
Public Comments shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. Items arising during the public comment
portion of the meeting shall be placed on a future agenda for action or the item referred to the Library Director
and Staff for study or conclusion.
4. Presentations/ Reports
a. Treasurer's Financial Report
b. Friends of the Library Report
c. Library Director's Comments/Report
Topics include: building maintenance, events, children’s activities and staff updates.
5. Old Business
a. None
6. New Business
a. Discuss Board Renewals / New Member Recommendations
7. Adjournment
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted at the Liberty Municipal Library, located at 1710 Sam Houston
and on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on the east and west sides of the City Hall Administration
Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 17th day of April 2026. This notice will remain posted continuously for at
least three (3) business days preceding the scheduled time of said meeting in accordance with Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code.
April Gilliland
April Gillila
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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 18:00
Liberty Community Development Corporation
Board to discuss T‑Hangars storage unit changes and a new disc golf course
The Liberty Community Development Corporation board will receive a budget report and approve the March 17, 2026 meeting minutes as routine consent items. In the regular session, members will discuss and possibly act on modifications to two end‑cap storage units in the T‑Hangars and on a proposed disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park. No decisions are recorded yet; the items are slated for discussion and potential action.
- Modification of two end‑cap storage units in the T‑Hangars
- Disc golf course proposal at Liberty Municipal Park
- Presentation of the budget report
- Approval of March 17, 2026 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Routine consent agenda items
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✓ Decided: Board approved $30,200 for T‑Hangar storage unit modifications
The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the March 17, 2026 minutes. It also approved a $30,200 expenditure to modify two end‑cap storage units in the T‑Hangars. The proposal for a disc golf course at Liberty Municipal Park was tabled until a design map is provided. No public comments were made.
- Approved consent agenda (including minutes) – vote 6‑0
- Approved $30,200 for T‑Hangar storage modifications – vote 6‑0
- Tabled disc golf course proposal pending design – vote 6‑0
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Liberty Community Development Corporation of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in
closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to
authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr.
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty
Secretary Betty Runkle
Board Member Barbara Norwood
Board Member Mark Campbell
Board Member Dan VanDeventer
Board Member Craig Vansau
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. PRESENTATI
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on April 21, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by President Michael Dorsett.
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr. X
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty X
Secretary Betty Runkle X
Board Member Barbara Norwood X
Board Member Mark Campbell X 6:03 PM
Board Member Dan VanDeventer X
Board Member Craig Vansau X
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
President Dorsett welcomed guests and visitors in attendance, opening t
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-206 — CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Kathrine McCarty yea · Mark Campbell yea · Dan VanDeventer yea · Craig Vansau yea · Betty Runkle yea · Michael Dorsett yea
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. Proclamation - Beach Volleyball
B. Proclamation - Dr. Myers
C
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on April 14, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. INVOCATION
Invocation was given by Deacon Fred Lemond, Jr. from the Immaculate Conception Catholic
Church, Liberty, Texas.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge to the American Flag and the pledge to the Texas Flag were led by Camille Harper
and Harper Pavliska.
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future a
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Tommy Brents yea
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 12:00
City Council
City Council holds training session with no official business
The City Council is meeting for training and will not conduct or take any official action on city business during this session. The meeting is held at City Hall at 1829 Sam Houston.
- Training session scheduled
- No official business or action planned
- Notice of meeting posted on April 7, 2026
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Notice of Possible Quorum
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00 PM City Council Chambers
Notice of Possible Quorum
Event: Training
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
That a possible quorum of the City Council will be in attendance at this event. The City
Council will not conduct, or take any action, concerning any city business during this
event.
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on
the east and west sides of the City Hall Administration Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 7th day of April
2026. This notice will remain posted continuously for at least three (3) business days preceding the scheduled day of
said meeting in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
___April Gilliland___
April Gilliland, City Secretary
NOTICE
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Liberty will provide reasonable accommodation for
persons attending and/or participating in this Council Meeting. To better serve you, requests must be made at least 24
hours prior to the meeting. Contact the City at (936) 336-3684 or by Fax at (936) 336-9846. The building is wheelchair
accessible, with parking available, on the west side of the building.
I certify that th
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Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Joint Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
III. JOINT AGENDA WITH LCDC
A. Joint Session
1. Discussion and possible action regarding the Rural Texas Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)
Program
I
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Joint Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on March 17, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents X
Council Member Ed Seymour X 6:03 P.M.
Council Member Ross Ward X 6:16 P.M.
Council Member Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
Mayor Hebert welcomed guests and visitors, opening the floor for public comment to those
individuals wishing to address the Council. No comments were made.
III
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Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 18:00
Liberty Community Development Corporation
LCDC to discuss Rural Texas Trap-Neuter-Return Program and outdoor audio system
The Liberty Community Development Corporation will hold a joint session with City Council to discuss the Rural Texas Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program. The board will also consider action regarding an outdoor audio system.
- Discussion and possible action regarding the Rural Texas Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program
- Discussion and possible action regarding outdoor audio system
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Liberty Community Development Corporation of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in
closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to
authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr.
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty
Secretary Betty Runkle
Board Member Barbara Norwood
Board Member Mark Campbell
Board Member Dan VanDeventer
Board Member Craig Vansau
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. JOINT AGENDA W
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on March 17, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by President Michael Dorsett.
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr. X
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty X
Secretary Betty Runkle X
Board Member Barbara Norwood X
Board Member Mark Campbell X 6:11 P.M.
Board Member Dan VanDeventer X
Board Member Craig Vansau X
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
President Dorsett welcomed guests and visitors in attendance, opening t
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-106 — CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Kathrine McCarty yea · Mark Campbell yea · Barbara Norwood yea · Craig Vansau yea · Betty Runkle yea · Michael Dorsett yea
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to consider land purchase for road construction project
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including water plant updates and airport improvements. The body is also deciding on the selection of professional services for disaster recovery funding and the approval of the Port of Liberty's 2026 budget.
- Purchase of undeveloped land east of Highway 146 and north of McGuire Road for road construction
- Approval of the Port of Liberty’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget
- Selection of professional service providers for CDBG-DR funding related to 2024 severe storms and Hurricane Beryl
- Bid award to Dashiell Corporation for 2026 annual substation maintenance
- Ordinance adding fees for T-hangar end cap storage areas at Liberty Municipal Airport
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. Proclamation - 2026 LHS Cheerleaders
B. Proclamation - Rotary C
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on March 10, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
II. INVOCATION
Invocation was given by Mark Herndon from First Baptist Church.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge to the American Flag and the pledge to the Texas Flag were led by Mayor Hebert.
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for stud
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Tommy Brents yea
Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to order May 2, 2026 general election for Mayor and three Council seats
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding the Liberty Ranch Public Improvement District, including special assessments and revenue bonds. The body will also vote on a general election date and the sale of abandoned right-of-way property.
- General election for Mayor and three Council members on May 2, 2026
- Sale of abandoned right-of-way to Applied Coating and Cleaning Technology LLC for $77,400.00
- Public hearing and ordinance for special assessments in Liberty Ranch Public Improvement District
- Variance request for property at 3109 North Main Street
- Revision of fees and policies for hangars at the Liberty Municipal Airport
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. City Manager's Report - City Manager Bryan Kendrick - Includes
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on February 10, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829
Sam Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
II. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Mr. Paul McKelvey from St. Stephen's Episcopal Church.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge to the American Flag and to the Texas Flag were led by Mayor John Hebert.
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Managemen
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Tommy Brents yea
Thu Jan 29, 2026 · 17:00
General
Liberty Municipal Library Board to discuss policies and fine forgiveness
The Library Board will meet to discuss a potential Fine Forgiveness program and adjustments to book checkout limits. The board will also consider policies regarding video surveillance, the Senior Room, and study rooms.
- Discussion of a Fine Forgiveness program
- Adjustment of checkout limits for specific books (including ASVAB, SAT/PSAT, ACT, GRE, and DMV)
- Consideration of Video Surveillance Camera Policy
- Consideration of Senior Room Policy
- Consideration of Study Room Policy
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Liberty Municipal
Library Board Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1710 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
936-336-8901
Thursday, January 29, 2026 5:00 PM Geraldine D. Humphreys Cultural Center
Business Order
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes – October 16, 2025
3. Public Comments
Public Comments shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. Items arising during the public comment
portion of the meeting shall be placed on a future agenda for action or the item referred to the Library Director
and Staff for study or conclusion.
4. Presentations/ Reports
a. Treasurer's Financial Report
b. Friends of the Library Report
c. Library Director's Comments/Report
Topics include: building maintenance, events, children’s activities and staff updates.
5. Old Business
a. None
6. New Business
a. Discuss another Fine Forgiveness program
b. Adjust check out limit for books (ASVAB, FED, SAT/PSAT, ACT, GRE, DMV, Income Tax, etc.)
c. Discuss and consider Video Surveillance Camera Policy
d. Discuss and consider Senior Room Policy
e. Discuss and consider Study Room Policy
7. Adjournment
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted at the Liberty Municipal Library, located at 1710 Sam Houston
and on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on the east and west sides of the City Hall Administration
Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 20th day of
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Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 12:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1829 Sam Houston St., Liberty
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The City of Liberty
Planning & Zoning Commission
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Planning and Zoning Commission of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed
session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by
Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
President Tyler Jackson
Commission Member Barry Jones
Commission Member David Reidland
Commission Member Carson Leonard
Commission Member Linda Spacek
Commission Member Lauryn Lozano
Commission Member Emily Cook
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT AGENDA
All consent items listed are considered to
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Tyler Jackson yea · Carson Leonard yea · Linda Spacek yea · Emily Cook yea · Lauryn Lozano yea
Sat Jan 24, 2026 · 09:00
General
2265 FM 160 N, Liberty
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Liberty Airport Advisory
Board Meeting
~ Work Session Agenda ~
2265 FM 160 N
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
936-336-3684
Saturday, January 24, 2026 9:00 AM Airport Terminal Building
Business Order
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
Public Comments shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. Items arising during the public comment
portion of the meeting shall be placed on a future agenda for action or referred to the City Staff for study or
conclusion.
3. Work Session
a. Better utilization of existing airport facilities
b. Review of hangar wait list
c. Guidelines and rules recommendations
• • • City Ordinance for airport
• • • Gate Access
• • • Courtesy Car Access
d. Lease agreement and community hangar
• • • 9e
• • • Community hangar fees, rules, and development of space planning
• • • Service Fees
• • • Commercial tenants
e. Vision statement
4. Adjournment
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on the east and
west sides of the City Hall Administration Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 16th day of January 2026. This notice will
remain so posted continuously for at least three (3) business days preceding the scheduled time of said meeting in accordance
with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
April Gilliland
April Gilliland, City Secretary
In compliance with the American
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 18:00
Liberty Community Development Corporation
LCDC to consider $20,000 economic development grant
The Liberty Community Development Corporation will meet to approve minutes, consider awarding a $20,000 grant to Liberty Fontenot Building LLC, and discuss a fireworks show budget. The board will also hold an executive session regarding economic development negotiations.
- Award $20,000 General Economic Development Grant to Liberty Fontenot Building LLC
- Approve $3,565 expenditure for July 3, 2026 fireworks show
- Discuss Rural Texas Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program
- Consider action on City and LCDC websites
- Approve construction of storage building at Liberty Municipal Airport
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The Liberty Community Development Corporation of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in
closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to
authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr.
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty
Secretary Betty Runkle
Board Member Barbara Norwood
Board Member Mark Campbell
Board Member Dan VanDeventer
Board Member Craig Vansau
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
III. CONSENT
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The City of Liberty
Liberty Community Development
Corporation
Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on January 20, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by President Michael Dorsett Jr.
A. ATTENDEE NAME PRESENT ABSENT LATE ARRIVED
President Michael Dorsett Jr. X
Vice-President Kathrine McCarty X
Secretary Betty Runkle X
Board Member Barbara Norwood X
Board Member Mark Campbell X
Board Member Dan VanDeventer X
Board Member Craig Vansau X
II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Liberty Community
Development Corporation Board regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under
Texas Law, the Board may not deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments on items not on
the agenda. In some situations, City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual
statement or clarification. The LCDC Board may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or
refer the item to Management and Staff for study or conclusion.
President Dorsett welcomed guests and visitors in attendance, opening the fl
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2025-797 — CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Kathrine McCarty yea · Mark Campbell yea · Barbara Norwood yea · Dan VanDeventer yea · Craig Vansau yea · Betty Runkle yea · Michael Dorsett yea
Tue Jan 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Liberty Council to vote on drainage study, TNR program, and Liberty Ranch speed limit
The Liberty City Council will approve minutes, update residential waste fees, and consider a drainage study. The body will also discuss a TNR program, approve a Liberty Ranch subdivision plat, and set a 20 mph speed limit for the area.
- Approval of drainage study by HR Green
- Ordinance amending residential solid waste cart fees
- Resolution approving Liberty Ranch Phase I final plat
- Ordinance establishing 20 mph speed limit in Liberty Ranch
- Resolution approving Brazos Transit District agreement
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
The City Council of Liberty, Texas reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda
item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551 of
the Texas Government Code.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents
Council Member Ed Seymour
Council Member Ross Ward
Council Member Debbie Dugger
Council Member Bruce Bell
Council Member Nick Dennis
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclusion.
V. PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS
A. City Manager's Report - City Manager Bryan Kendrick - Includes
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The City of Liberty
City Council
Regular Meeting
~ Minutes ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
April Gilliland
City Secretary
936-336-3684
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
I. CALL TO ORDER
This meeting was called to order on January 13, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 1829 Sam
Houston Street, Liberty, Texas at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor John Hebert.
A. Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived
Mayor John Hebert, Jr. X
Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Brents X
Council Member Ed Seymour X
Council Member Ross Ward X
Council Member Debbie Dugger X
Council Member Bruce Bell X
Council Member Nick Dennis X
II. INVOCATION
Invocation was given by Jay Shivers from Line Camp Cowboy Church.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge to the American Flag and the Texas Flag was led by Mayor Hebert.
IV. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS AND VISITORS / PUBLIC
COMMENT
Public Comment is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council
regarding agenda and non-agenda items. Please be aware that, under Texas Law, the Council may not
deliberate or take any action during Citizen's comments for items not on the agenda. In some situations,
City Staff may be able to respond to the public comment with a factual statement or clarification. The City
Council may have the item placed on a future agenda for action or refer the item to Management and
Staff for study or conclu
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
John Hebert yea · Ed Seymour yea · Ross Ward yea · Debbie Dugger yea · Nick Dennis yea · Bruce Bell yea · Tommy Brents yea
Thu Jan 8, 2026 · 15:00
General
Liberty Airport Advisory Board to review hangar fees and access rules
The Airport Advisory Board will discuss airport operations, including TxDOT grants and a virtual tower update. The board is scheduled to review lease agreements, community hangar fees, and gate access rules.
- Review of community hangar fees, rules, and space
- Review of service fees and commercial tenants
- Hangar waiting list form vetting and approval
- Gate access rules and signage
- Courtesy car access and rules
airportaviationfeesleasinginfrastructure
1829 Sam Houston St., Liberty
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Airport Advisory Board Page 1
Liberty Airport Advisory
Board Meeting
~ Agenda ~
1829 Sam Houston
Liberty, TX 77575
www.cityofliberty.org
936-336-3684
Thursday, January 8, 2026 3:00 PM City Council Chambers
Business Order
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
Public Comments shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. Items arising during the public comment
portion of the meeting shall be placed on a future agenda for action or referred to the City Staff for study or
conclusion.
3. Approval of Minutes
a. November 6, 2025
4. Reports / Updates
a. Airport Manager Report
o Projects
o TxDOT
▪ Grants
▪ Site Visit
o Audit and Fuel Sales
o Virtual Tower Update
b. Information on the OneDrive
5. Regular Session
a. Communication Options
b. Mowing Equipment Storage
c. Hangar Waiting List Form (Vetting and Approval)
d. Gate Access Rules and Signage
e. Courtesy Car Access and Rules
e. Reviewing the Lease Agreement and Community Hangar
o 9e
o Fees
▪ Community Hangar fess, Rules, and Space
▪ Service Fees
▪ Commercial Tenants
f. Vision Statement
6. Adjournment
Airport Advisory Board Page 2
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the attached Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board and in the Message Centers located on
the east and west sides of the City Hall Administration Building, located at 1829 Sam Houston on the 22nd day of
December 2025. This notice will remain so posted continuously for at least three
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Traffic fatalities19 (4 pedestrian · 2024)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,529/mo (513 assisted households · 2025)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD
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