Longview public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a consent agenda item to replat Lot 5 Block 6 Original Townsite into two lots at 314 W. Whaley Street. The regular agenda includes a proposal by DLS Rental‑Alpine, LLC to plat approximately 0.868 acres of Lot 40 NCB 545 into four lots on Alpine Road between Louisiana and Williams Streets. It also includes a proposal by Richard Henson to plat approximately 0.680 acres of Abstract 258 P P Rains Survey Tract 5 into five lots on the west side of Claire Lane between Cordoba Trail and Sierra Vista Lane.

• Replat Lot 5 Block 6 Original Townsite into 2 lots at 314 W. Whaley Street (application #RP25-10)
• Plat ~0.868 acres of Lot 40 NCB 545 into 4 lots on Alpine Road (application #P25-08) by DLS Rental‑Alpine, LLC
• Plat ~0.680 acres of Abstract 258 P P Rains Survey Tract 5 into 5 lots on west side of Claire Lane (application #P25-09) by Richard Henson

Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund

The board will review 3rd Quarter pension performance and consider recommended trades. Members will also vote on November 2025 financial reconciliations and the Plan Administrator's annual bonus.

• Recommended trades based on 3rd Qtr. Pension performance
• November 2025 reconciliations for Moody checking, Moody disbursement, and MSSB Omnibus accounts
• Plan Administrator annual bonus
• Re-election of Kolby Beckham for a 3-year term starting 01/01/2026
• Discussion of upcoming retirements

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from LISD to reduce landscaping requirements at 2900 Airline Road. The board will also discuss and appoint a vice chairperson.

• Public hearing for LISD variance request at 2900 Airline Road
• Variance to reduce shrub count from 512 to 317
• Variance to reduce tree requirements for landscaping island
• Discussion and appointment of Zoning Board Vice Chairperson

All Other Public Notices

The City of Longview is notifying the public of its 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). This report summarizes the expenditure and accomplishments of CDBG and HOME program funds from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025.

• Public viewing of the draft report from December 13 through December 29, 2025
• Submission of the report for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) programs

City Council

The Longview City Council will vote on several grant allocations, contract awards, and a zoning hearing. Items include a $6 million PATH grant for homelessness assistance, a $3 million grant for a new swimming pool, and a $485,244 railroad safety survey grant. A public hearing will consider rezoning application #Z25-22 from Light Industrial to Single Family. Additional resolutions cover contracts for drinking fountains, traffic equipment, and other city services.

• Resolution to apply for and accept a five‑year PATH grant up to $6,000,000 for homelessness assistance
• Ordinance allocating $3,000,000 Texas Parks & Wildlife grant for construction of the Stamper Park Swimming Pool
• Ordinance allocating $485,244 U.S. DOT grant plus $121,311 city matching funds for a railroad safety survey of 33 at‑grade crossings
• Public hearing on rezoning application #Z25-22 to change Lots 1‑7 on Park Drive from Light Industrial (I‑1) to Single Family (SF‑4)
• Resolution awarding a contract to Most Dependable Fountains, Inc. for seventeen 4‑station drinking fountains

The Longview City Council voted 7‑0 to authorize the city to apply for a Texas Health and Human Services Commission PATH grant of up to $6 million. It also approved a resolution to disburse $385,000 of Hotel Occupancy Tax funds to cultural organizations. In addition, the council adopted an ordinance allocating $485,244 DOT grant funds and $121,311 local matching funds for a railroad crossing safety study.

• Approved Resolution to apply for up to $6,000,000 PATH grant (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing $385,000 HOT grant disbursement to cultural groups
• Approved Ordinance allocating $485,244 DOT grant and $121,311 matching funds for railroad safety study

All Other Public Notices

The City Council of Longview may attend an open house for the Municipal Annex on December 11, 2025. This is a notice of potential attendance rather than a formal decision-making meeting.

• Municipal Annex Open House at 302 W. Cotton St.

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Longview Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Board will meet to discuss the reprioritization of funds between two highway projects. The board will also review meeting minutes from October 22, 2025.

• Reprioritization of funds from Spur 63 to SH 149

All Other Public Notices

The Longview Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Policy Board will meet to discuss funding changes. The board is considering the reprioritization of funds from one project to another.

• Proposed reprioritization of funds from the Spur 63 widening project to the SH 149 overpass project

All Other Public Notices

The City of Longview is announcing that Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)/HOME funds will be available to non‑profit organizations for public service, facility, and community housing development grants. Applications will be posted on December 11 and must be submitted by January 12. Applicants must attend one of two pre‑grant meetings on December 8 or December 9 at 2:00 PM.

• Grant applications open December 11 and close January 12
• Pre‑grant meetings: Dec 8, 2:00 PM and Dec 9, 2:00 PM
• Eligible activities: childcare, elderly/disabled services, job training, public facilities, CHDO program
• Contact: D. Ietrich Johnson, phone 903‑237‑1089, email [email protected]

Emergency Medical Service Advisory Board

The Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board will review 2025 performance measures and transport destination numbers. It will receive updates on EMT staffing, the addition of new ambulances M3 and M6, and the Emergicon billing system. The board will also hear about a DSHS audit, new equipment, and a wellness program update before opening discussion and citizen comments.

• 2025 performance measures
• Transport destination numbers
• Update on EMTs
• New Ambulances – M3 and M6
• Emergicon billing update

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Longview Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss proposed rules for the trail system and review a reported facility discipline infraction. The meeting also includes citizen comments, approval of the October 27, 2025 minutes, and routine consent agenda reports from recreation, parks maintenance, liaison, and the director. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Discussion of Trail System Rules
• Review of Violation of Facility Discipline Infraction
• Approval of October 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Citizen Comments
• Consent agenda reports: Recreation, Parks Maintenance, Liaison, Director

Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission

The Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission will meet to review several housing‑related topics. Discussion will include updates on the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS), and Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) programs, as well as Section 8 Management Assessment performance indicators. The commission will also receive updates from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and from ongoing housing studies. No specific actions or approvals are listed on the agenda.

• Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program update
• Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) program update
• Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program update
• Section 8 Management Assessment performance indicators review
• HUD and housing study updates

Longview Economic Development Corporation

The Longview Economic Development Corporation board will approve the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting. The board will hear a presentation by the Longview Community Foundation and Mayor Kristen Ishihara. The board will present and consider the FY2026 LEDCO Work Plan. The board will move into an executive session to discuss real property, personnel matters, and economic development negotiations with a prospect.

• Approve minutes from October 23, 2025 regular board meeting
• Presentation by Longview Community Foundation and Mayor Kristen Ishihara
• Presentation and consideration of FY2026 LEDCO Work Plan
• Executive session to discuss real property (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters (§551.074) and economic development negotiations (§551.087)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by the City of Longview to rezone specific lots from Light Industrial to Single Family. The body will also consider a replatting application for a property on Meadowview Road.

• Public hearing for application #Z25-22 to rezone Lots 1-6 Block 1 Heights Park Unit 3 and Lot 7 Block 1 Heights Park Unit 4 from Light Industrial (I-1) to Single Family (SF-4)
• Application #RP25-09 by Larry Methvin to replat Lot 1 Block 1 Quiet Meadows into 2 lots at 118 Meadowview Road

Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund

The Longview Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund board will review and vote on financial reconciliations, internal statements, and meeting minutes for October 2025. It will also consider motions regarding the retirement of Jeffrey L. Walling, a refund of contributions to James Pond, and a death benefit payment for the beneficiary of Martin E. Watts. The board will discuss upcoming retirements, continuing education status, and upcoming conferences. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025.

• Review and motion regarding reconciliations for October 2025 (Moody checking account, Moody disbursement, MSSB Omnibus)
• Review and motion regarding internal financial statements for October 2025
• Review and motion for retirement of Jeffrey L. Walling
• Review and motion regarding refund of contributions to James Pond due to separation
• Review and motion regarding death benefit payment to beneficiary for deceased retiree Martin E. Watts

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Longview Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider application #V25-06, filed by John Green, requesting a reduction of the side setback from 6 feet to about 3 feet at 311 Don Koble Lane (Lots 3A and 4, Block 2, Koble Addition). The meeting will also approve the August 19, 2025 minutes and provide a citizen comment period.

• Public hearing on variance application #V25-06 for side setback at 311 Don Koble Lane
• Approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Citizen comment period

Senior Advisory Committee

The Longview Senior Advisory Committee will meet at 4:00 p.m. at the Green Street Recreation Center. Members will consider approval of the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes, hear the Director’s Report, and accept citizen and member comments. No other actions are listed.

• Approve minutes from August 19, 2025 meeting
• Director’s Report presentation
• Citizen comments period
• Committee member comments

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council is notified that members may attend a homegoing celebration for Pastor Danny Craig, Sr. The event is scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at the Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Boulevard. No decisions or actions are required by the council.

• Potential attendance at Homegoing Celebration for Pastor Danny Craig, Sr., Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Boulevard, 2:30 p.m., Nov 16 2025

City Council

The Longview City Council will consider resolutions to apply for and accept various grants for animal care, public safety, and cyber security, as well as budget amendments for specific projects. The body will also vote on a large purchase of fire trucks and a public hearing regarding a zoning request.

• Consideration of a $8.4M fire truck purchase
• Public hearing for zoning request at 603 Leota Street
• Consideration of a $3M grant for Stamper Park swimming pool
• Consideration of a $95K ASPCA grant for animal care
• Consideration of a $2.2M truck purchase for Fire Department

The City Council approved two grant resolutions, one for up to $95,000 from the ASPCA and another for up to $50,000 from the Rachel Ray Foundation to support the Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center. It also approved a resolution denying Southwestern Electric Power Company's rate increase and authorizing city intervention. Additionally, the council appointed new members to the LEDCO Board and unanimously tabled a request to accept a private street.

• Approved resolution to apply for and accept up to $95,000 ASPCA grant for animal care center
• Approved resolution to apply for and accept up to $50,000 Rachel Ray Foundation grant for foster program
• Approved resolution denying SWEPCO rate increase and authorizing city intervention and special counsel
• Approved resolution appointing Chris Danielson and Laura Rectenwald to LEDCO Board, re‑appointing Bret Read
• Motion to table Tealwood Drive private street acceptance carried unanimously (7‑0)

Partners in Prevention Steering Committee

The Partners in Prevention Steering Committee will meet on November 12, 2025 at the Maude Cobb Convention Center in Longview. The agenda includes approval of the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the current expenditure report. Staff will give reports on Human Services Programs, the Aspire Mentoring Program, Go With the Flow, and the program manager. The meeting will conclude with citizen comments before adjourning.

• Approve September 10, 2025 PIP minutes and current expenditure report
• Human Services Programs staff report (Caitlin Green)
• Aspire Mentoring Program staff report (Stephanie Adams)
• Go With the Flow staff report (Holly Fuller)
• Program Manager staff report (Holly Fuller)

All Other Public Notices

The agenda contains a public notice that the Longview City Council may attend the GLOW Local Convening. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Boulevard. No decisions or actions are listed for the council at this meeting.

• Potential council attendance at GLOW Local Convening, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Blvd.

All Other Public Notices

The Longview Metropolitan Planning Organization will present a revision to the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan that reallocates authority funding toward an overpass project on State Highway 149, now targeted for 2034. The revision also moves the target completion date for the State Highway 31/Spur 63 widening project to 2040. A 30‑day public comment period runs from November 10 to December 10, 2025.

• Presentation of a revision to the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP)
• Reallocation of funding to an overpass project on State Highway 149, target date 2034
• Shift of the State Highway 31/Spur 63 widening project target date to 2040
• 30‑day public comment period (Nov 10–Dec 10, 2025) with contact info
• Meeting livestream on CityView, Facebook Live, and Longview Cable TV (Channel 10.1 or 215)

All Other Public Notices

This notice informs the public that the Longview City Council may attend a retirement celebration for Assistant Chief Ben Kemper. The event is scheduled for November 7, 2025, at the Longview Police Department Training Room.

• Retirement celebration for Assistant Chief Ben Kemper at 518 W. South St.

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council is notified that it may attend a function hosted by the East Texas Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America. The event is scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., located at Pinecrest Country Club, 214 Club Drive, Longview, TX. No decisions or actions are required from the council at this meeting.

• Council attendance possible at Boy Scouts of America event, Pinecrest Country Club, 214 Club Drive

All Other Public Notices

The City Council of Longview may attend the State of the City function. This is a notice of potential attendance rather than a decision-making meeting.

• State of the City event at Infinity Event Center, 300 Tuttle Circle

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council has been notified that it may attend the Annual State of the County event with Judge Bill Stoudt on November 4, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Country Club, 214 Club Drive. No formal action or decision is scheduled for this meeting regarding the event.

• Attendance at Annual State of the County with Judge Bill Stoudt, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Nov 4 2025, Pinecrest Country Club, 214 Club Drive

All Other Public Notices

The City Council of Longview, Texas, may attend the Texas Municipal League 113th Annual Conference and Exhibition. The event takes place from October 29 to 31, 2025, in Fort Worth.

• Attendance at Texas Municipal League 113th Annual Conference and Exhibition

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes and reports, with a primary focus on discussing rules for the trail system. The meeting is scheduled for October 27, 2025, at the Broughton Recreation Center.

• Approval of September 22, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of Trail System Rules
• Recreation, Parks Maintenance, and Liaison Reports
• Parks and Recreation Director Report

Longview Economic Development Corporation

The Longview Economic Development Corporation board will consider approval of recent meeting minutes and accountant reports, elect new board officers, and enter an executive session to discuss real property matters and negotiations with a prospective economic development partner.

• Approve minutes from the August 21, 2025 regular board meeting
• Accept July and August 2025 accountant’s compilation report
• Elect LEDCO board officers
• Executive session to discuss real property (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
• Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with Prospect (Tex. Gov. Code §551.087)

City Council

The Longview City Council will vote on a series of resolutions and ordinances, including grant applications, budget allocations, and contracts. Key items include a $650,000 Department of Justice grant for a youth mentoring program, a $250,000 COPS grant and $313,094 matching funds for additional police positions, and several $100,000 state grant authorizations. The council will also approve routine contracts and payments for library books, bridge repairs, and public works equipment.

• Resolution to apply for up to $650,000 DOJ grant for FY 2025 Mentoring for Youth Affected by Opioid and Other Substance Use
• Resolution allocating $250,000 DOJ COPS grant plus $313,094 matching funds to fund two full‑time law enforcement positions
• Resolution authorizing up to $100,000 grant from the Office of the Governor, State Homeland Security Program
• Approval of $30,000 contract with Gregg County to purchase books for the library (2025‑2026 fiscal year)
• Resolution to purchase a Combination Vacuum Jetter Tandem Truck for Public Works, up to $515,621

The council approved a $45,000 contract with Pyromania Fireworks for the July 4, 2026 display. It adopted two budget ordinances allocating $2,000 and $24,375 grants from the Texas Commission on the Arts and matching funds from Arts!Longview for ArtWalk events and cultural‑district promotion. The council also approved a resolution authorizing the city to apply for and accept up to $100,000 from the State Homeland Security Program for a handheld chemical‑threat detection device.

• Approved Resolution No. 6623 awarding $45,000 contract to Pyromania Fireworks for July 4, 2026 fireworks display
• Approved Ordinance No. 4575 allocating $2,000 Texas Commission on the Arts grant and $2,000 Arts!Longview matching funds for ArtWalk activities
• Approved Ordinance No. 4576 allocating $24,375 Texas Commission on the Arts grant and $24,375 Arts!Longview matching funds for enhancing and promoting the local cultural district
• Approved Resolution No. 6624 authorizing the city to apply for and accept a grant up to $100,000 from the State Homeland Security Program for a handheld chemical‑threat detection device

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Transportation Policy Board will review a presentation on work planned for FY 2026. It will discuss shifting funding priorities for State Highway 149 and Spur 63. Additional items include approval of June 11, 2025 meeting minutes, a presentation on the East Texas Hourglass, and staff updates.

• Approve minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting (Consent Agenda)
• Presentation and discussion on FY 2026 work plans
• Discussion on reprioritizing funding for SH 149 and Spur 63
• Presentation on the East Texas Hourglass project
• MPO staff updates

All Other Public Notices

The Longview Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) will hold a Transportation Policy Board meeting to discuss work for fiscal year 2026. The board will review the potential reprioritization of funding for SH 149 and Spur 63. A representative from the North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) will present on the East Texas Hourglass.

• Discussion on potential funding reprioritization for SH 149
• Discussion on potential funding reprioritization for Spur 63
• Presentation on work to be done in fiscal year 2026
• Presentation on the East Texas Hourglass by NET RMA

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four development applications, including a roadway width waiver for the Thorn Briar subdivision, a rezoning to General Retail at 603 Leota Street, a rezoning to Heavy Commercial in Greggton Heights, and an amendment to a planned development at 3700 Judson Road. A consent agenda item will approve an addition of approximately 5.159 acres at the southeast corner of S. Access Road and S. Eastman Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a staff update.

• Application #P25-07 QT 7916 – plat ~5.159 acres at SE corner of S. Access Road & S. Eastman Road (consent agenda)
• Application #SW25-05 – waiver to allow 27' roadway width (instead of 29') for Thorn Briar subdivision north of E. Country Club Road east of East Loop 281
• Application #Z25-20 – rezoning from Single Family (SF-4) to General Retail (GR) for Lots 20‑21, Block 4 Burgess Addition, 603 Leota Street
• Application #Z25-21 – rezoning from Single Family (SF‑5) to Heavy Commercial (C‑2) for Lots 1‑6 Block 3 Spring Side and Lots 15‑16B Block C (NCB 3437) Greggton Heights, west of Avenue D between Melrose Ave and East Grand Ave
• Application #PD25-02 – amendment to include ~0.029 acres of Lot 1 Block 1 El Quatro Subdivision, changing from Agricultural (A) to Planned Development General Retail (PD‑GR) for a storage building and gazebo compliance at 3700 Judson Road

Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund

The board will review September 2025 financial statements and account reconciliations. Members will consider retirement and DROP actions for Kevin C. May and a contribution refund for Travis Riddle. The board will also discuss upcoming retirements and a board member position.

• Refund of contributions for Travis Riddle
• Retirement and DROP for Kevin C. May
• Expense reports for 2025 TLFFRA Annual Conference in Abilene, TX
• September 2025 reconciliations for Moody checking, Moody disbursement, and MSSB Omnibus accounts
• Firefighter Board Member Position held by Kolby Beckham (term ends 12/31/2025)

Cultural Activities Advisory Commission

The Longview Cultural Activities Advisory Commission will meet to hear citizen comments, consider a donation of an art sculpture, and review cultural arts grants. No final decisions are noted beyond discussion of these items. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on October 15, 2025 at the Council Chambers, 300 W. Cotton Street.

• Consider donation of art sculpture
• Review and discuss cultural arts grants
• Citizens comment period

All Other Public Notices

The City of Longview Community Development Division will submit a request to the HUD Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control for $1,094,639 to fund the Older Adult Home Modification Program. The request follows a Tier 1 broad review and Tier 2 site‑specific reviews covering flood insurance, contamination, explosive hazards, historic preservation, and floodplain management. Public comments are accepted through October 13, 2025, and objections to the fund release must follow HUD procedures.

• Request to release $1,094,639 HUD grant funds for the Older Adult Home Modification Program
• Program provides Emergency Home Repair and Accessibility Design Assistance to households at 0‑80% of Area Median Income
• Tier 2 site‑specific reviews will assess flood insurance, contamination, explosive/flammable hazards, historic preservation, and floodplain management
• Public comment period open until October 13, 2025; comments sent to 1202 N Sixth St, Longview, TX
• Objections must be submitted per 24 CFR Part 58 procedures to Director Dietrich Johnson ([email protected]) or HUD ([email protected])

City Council

The City Council will discuss establishing a $5 million fund for fire apparatus replacement and amending financial management criteria for unassigned fund balances. The body will also consider several vehicle purchases and zoning requests for a historic landmark and a pub.

• Proposed $5,000,000 allocation for the Fire Apparatus Replacement Fund
• Public hearing for Local Historic Landmark Designation of 800 North Sixth Street
• Public hearing for a pub/tavern/wine bar at 3500 McCann Road
• Vehicle purchases totaling $761,524 for Tahoes, a Silverado, and police equipment
• Final payment of $43,282.70 to Clark Construction of Texas, Inc. for '2025 Chip Seal' project

The Longview City Council approved a resolution to apply for a Texas Commission on the Arts grant of up to $2,000. It also approved the purchase of EMS equipment from Stryker for $213,966.39, a plumbing services contract with Payne Mechanical Services, a dog wash station agreement at the Summers Drive Trailhead, and the purchase of one 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for up to $55,650. All resolutions were adopted without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved grant application for up to $2,000 from Texas Commission on the Arts (Resolution 6614)
• Approved EMS equipment purchase from Stryker for $213,966.39 (Resolution 6615)
• Approved dog wash station agreement at Summers Drive Trailhead (Resolution 6616)
• Approved plumbing services contract with Payne Mechanical Services (Resolution 6617)
• Approved purchase of one 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for up to $55,650

All Other Public Notices

The City Council of Longview may attend the grand opening of the University of Texas at Tyler Longview Health Education Building. This is a notice of potential attendance at a function rather than a decision-making meeting.

• Grand opening of Health Education Building at 3201 North Eastman Road

Public Transportation Advisory Board

The board will discuss transit worker assault laws, driver staffing, and ridership reports. The meeting also includes reviews of preventative maintenance and safety reports.

• Laws on Assault on Transit Workers
• Driver staffing and demographics
• Ridership report
• Training and outreach events including KC Resource Fair, Touch a Truck, Christmas Parade, and Safe Ride Home
• Preventative Maintenance & Safety Report

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council received notice that it may attend the Kerrville Deployment Commendation. The event is scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Longview Fire Station #5, 102 W. Niblick Street.

• Council may attend Kerrville Deployment Commendation, Friday Sep 26, 2025, 4:00 p.m., Longview Fire Station #5, 102 W. Niblick St.

City Council

The Longview City Council meeting will adopt the city investment policy and vote on multiple resolutions authorizing contracts, purchases, and grant applications. Key items include a request for up to $1.2 million from the EPA for drinking water system resiliency, contracts for radio system maintenance, fleet vehicle and equipment purchases, and construction of a convention center pavilion. The council will also discuss options for acquiring fire apparatus. All actions are presented as consent agenda items pending council approval.

• Resolution to apply for an EPA grant not to exceed $1.2 million for drinking water infrastructure improvements
• Resolution awarding $284,859 to Casey Slone Construction for the Convention Center Multiple‑Use Pavilion
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a 2026 Freightliner up to $241,916.09 via the TIPS cooperative purchasing program
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a street sweeper up to $351,576.00 through the Houston‑Galveston Area Council agreement
• Resolution approving final payment of $15,156.60 to Bull G Construction for the Delia Drive waterline relocation project

Cultural Activities Advisory Commission

The Cultural Activities Advisory Commission will consider a proposed donation of an art sculpture. The commission will also review and discuss applications for cultural arts grants. The meeting includes a citizen comment period before adjournment.

• Consider donation of art sculpture
• Review and discuss cultural arts grants

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council is notified that it may attend a Housing Open House Meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 E. Grand Boulevard. No decisions or actions are scheduled; the agenda item is informational.

• Council attendance at Housing Open House Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 E. Grand Boulevard

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Longview Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear citizen comments and approve the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review routine reports and then consider three action items: the incident reporting process, the Night Winds artwork installation, and the Bubbles N Bark program. The meeting concludes with board member comments before adjournment.

• Approval of August 25, 2025 minutes
• Incident Reporting Process
• Night Winds Artwork Installation
• Bubbles N Bark program

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Longview Planning & Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to consider a Local Historic Landmark designation for the B. F. Martin House at 800 North Sixth Street, and another to review a Specific Use Permit for a Neighborhood Pub/Tavern/Wine Bar (under 2,500 sq ft) in the General Retail district at 3500 McCann Road, Longview Mall. The commission will also consider a replat application to divide Lot 1, Block 591 of the Central East Development into two lots at 105 Rothrock Drive. A staff update on City Council actions related to prior zoning items will be provided.

• Consent agenda: replat application #RP25-08 for 2 lots at 105 Rothrock Drive
• Public hearing: historic landmark application #HL25-01 for B. F. Martin House, 800 N. Sixth St.
• Public hearing: specific use permit #S25-05 for a Neighborhood Pub/Tavern/Wine Bar (<2,500 sf) at 3500 McCann Rd., Longview Mall
• Staff update on City Council actions on previous zoning items
• Standard procedural items (call to order, invocation, etc.)

Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund

The Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board will review and vote on August 2025 financial reconciliations, internal statements, and minutes. The board will also discuss upcoming retirements, children's benefits, and the TLFFRA Annual Conference.

• Review and motion regarding August 2025 financial reconciliations
• Review and motion regarding August 2025 internal financial statements
• Review and motion regarding August 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and motion regarding 2025 Public Funds Forum expense reports
• Discussion of upcoming retirements and children's benefits

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council is being notified that members may attend the 15th Annual InterCity Leadership Conference. The event is scheduled for September 16‑18, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the Craddock Terry Hotel, 1312 Commerce Street, Lynchburg, Virginia. No decisions or actions are required at this meeting.

• Potential attendance at 15th Annual InterCity Leadership Conference, Sep 16‑18, 2025, Craddock Terry Hotel, 1312 Commerce St, Lynchburg, VA

City Council

The Longview City Council will vote on several contracts and grants, including a $357,700 contract for a police department parking canopy and a $235,491 contract for generator installations. Council members will also consider a $150,000 grant application for the GLOW Initiative and adopt a five‑year Capital Improvements Program. A public hearing will be held on a rezoning request for 1201 Alice Drive.

• Resolution awarding $357,700 contract to Casey Slone Construction, LLC for the 2025 Longview Police Department Parking Canopy
• Resolution awarding $235,491 contract to Casey Slone Construction, LLC for City of Longview Generator Installations
• Resolution authorizing application for up to $150,000 grant from the Episcopal Health Foundation for the GLOW Initiative
• Public hearing on rezoning application #Z25-19 to change 1201 Alice Drive from Neighborhood Services to Single Family (SF‑4) zoning
• Resolution adopting a five‑year Capital Improvements Program and allocating funds for 2025‑2026 projects

The council approved a resolution authorizing the city to apply for, accept, and expend a grant of up to $150,000 from the Episcopal Health Foundation for the Greater Longview Optimal Wellness Initiative. It also approved a professional services contract with Dr. Jeffrey McWilliams, M.D. as Medical Director for the Longview Fire Department EMS, budgeted at $43,200. An agreement for managed technology services with the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center for a base amount of $5,000 was approved. Finally, the council appointed J. Miles Darby and Toysha Walker to two non‑voting seats on the Longview Economic Development Corporation board.

• Approved grant authorization up to $150,000 (Resolution No.6589)
• Approved $43,200 contract for Medical Director Dr. Jeffrey McWilliams (Resolution No.6588)
• Approved $5,000 managed technology services agreement with Longview Arboretum (Resolution No.6590)
• Approved appointment of J. Miles Darby and Toysha Walker to LEDCO Board (Resolution No.6591)

Partners in Prevention Steering Committee

The Partners in Prevention Steering Committee will vote to approve the July 9, 2025 PIP meeting minutes and the current expenditure report. Staff will present updates on Human Services Programs, the Aspire Mentoring Program, Go With the Flow, and the Program Manager. The meeting also includes a period for citizen comments before adjournment.

• Approve July 9, 2025 PIP minutes and current expenditure report
• Human Services Programs staff report (presented by Holly Fuller)
• Aspire Mentoring Program (AMP) staff report (presented by Stephanie Adams)
• Go With the Flow (GWTF) staff report (presented by Holly Fuller)
• Program Manager staff report (presented by Holly Fuller)

Emergency Medical Service Advisory Board

The Emergency Medical Service Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes and hear a presentation on 2025 performance measures, transport destination numbers, and billing updates.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Presentation on 2025 performance measures
• Presentation on transport destination numbers
• Presentation on Emergicon billing update
• Presentation on First Due PCR system

All Other Public Notices

The Longview City Council may attend the National Night Out kickoff event at the Maude Cobb Convention Center on September 2, 2025. The event runs from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and is organized by Partners in Prevention.

• City Council may attend National Night Out kickoff
• Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Boulevard
• Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Event organized by Partners in Prevention
• Contact: 903-237-1019

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will convene at the Broughton Recreation Center to approve prior minutes and receive reports on recreation and maintenance. The primary discussion item is the Incident Reporting Process.

• Approval of June 23, 2025 minutes
• Incident Reporting Process discussion
• Recreation Report
• Parks Maintenance Report
• Liaison Report

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Longview Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to review shelter statistics, follow up on ordinances, and discuss community outreach efforts. The meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Longview Animal Care & Adoption Center.

• Review of shelter statistics
• Follow up on ordinances
• Discussion on community outreach

All Other Public Notices

The City Council may attend the grand reopening event for the Harvey Johnson Community Center. This is a notice of attendance rather than a legislative meeting.

• Harvey Johnson Grand Reopening Event at 1406 E. Birdsong Street

City Council

The council adopted an ordinance setting the 2025 property tax rate at $0.5619 per $100 valuation, a 6.11% increase. Council Member Berryhill moved the adoption, Council Member Nustad seconded, and the motion passed unanimously with seven votes in favor and none against. The ordinance is recorded as No. 4567. The meeting adjourned at 9:32 a.m.

• Adopted 2025 property tax rate of $0.5619 per $100 valuation (unanimous 7‑0) – Ordinance No. 4567

Longview Economic Development Corporation

The Longview Economic Development Corporation will review and approve the budget for fiscal year 2026. The board will also consider entering an executive session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations with a prospect.

• Approval of FY2026 LEDCO Budget
• Discussion regarding real property
• Economic development negotiations with a prospect
• Approval of July 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of June 2025 Accountant’s Compilation Report

City Council

The council approved a resolution to stop requiring citizen home addresses during comments. It accepted a $10,776 grant for inter‑library loan services and approved new city fees for FY 2025‑26. The FY 2025‑26 operating budget was adopted, and the council ratified a $3,162,029 increase in property tax revenue. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution amending council rules to drop citizen home‑address requirement (7‑0)
• Approved acceptance of $10,776 grant for Inter‑Library Loan services (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution establishing city fees and charges for FY 2025‑26 (7‑0)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 Annual Operating Budget (7‑0)
• Ratified $3,162,029 property tax revenue increase reflected in FY 2025‑26 budget (7‑0)

All Other Public Notices

The City Council of the City of Longview will conduct a public hearing to discuss the proposed 2025-2026 budget. This allows residents to provide input on the city's planned spending and financial priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2025-2026 budget

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Longview Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two subdivision plats and a public hearing for a zoning change. The agenda includes a consent agenda item and a staff update on previous City Council actions.

• Consider platting 8.309 acres into 23 lots for Grace Acres Subdivision Phase 2
• Consider platting 1.12 acres into 3 lots for Tex Pack Addition
• Public hearing for rezone of Lot 2 Block 1 Hendrix Court from NS to SF-4
• Staff update on City Council action regarding previous zoning items

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to review the Director's report and approve previous minutes. The agenda consists of procedural items and citizen comments.

• Approval of May 13, 2025 minutes
• Director's Report

City Council

The Longview City Council approved a resolution to award a professional audit contract to Henry & Peters with an estimated fee up to $133,385 annually. It also approved extending the police department's digital video maintenance subscription for three years at a cost not to exceed $345,000. Additional approvals included transferring a surplus paint machine to Gregg County, authorizing final payment to Rayford’s Truck and Tractor for the Eva Circle project, and entering a cooperative purchasing agreement with Choice Partners. The consent agenda was approved unanimously.

• Approved award of professional audit services to Henry & Peters (estimated fee up to $133,385/yr)
• Approved extension of police digital video maintenance subscription (up to $345,000 for three years)
• Approved transfer of 2017 Graco Linelazer Paint Machine to Gregg County Precinct Four
• Approved final payment to Rayford’s Truck and Tractor (contract total $153,789.00; final payment cited as $18,101.40)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Choice Partners
• Approved acceptance of June 30, 2025 Quarterly Investment Report
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous vote 7‑0)
• Scheduled public hearing for zoning application #Z25‑15 (rezone request at 601 West Avalon Avenue)

Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission

The Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss program updates, the GROW Affordable Housing Initiative, HUD updates, and a housing study.

• Approval of February meeting minutes
• Program updates for HCV, FSS, VASH, and FYI
• LHA GROW Affordable Housing Initiative strategic input
• HUD updates
• Housing Study discussion

City Council

The Longview City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 6579, which schedules a public hearing on the proposed 2025 tax rate of 57.19 cents per $100 of valuation for August 21, 2025. The resolution also sets August 22, 2025 as the date the council will adopt the tax rate. The motion was made by Council Member Wade, seconded by Council Member Nustad, and all seven voting members voted Yes.

• Approved Resolution No. 6579 to schedule public hearing on 57.19¢ per $100 valuation tax rate (7-0)
• Set public hearing date for August 21, 2025
• Set adoption date for August 22, 2025

City Council

The City Council approved a three‑year lease extension for the Visitor Center at 109 W. Tyler Street at $3,000 per month. It also approved the consolidation of two dark‑fiber leases with Longview Cable Television and authorized an $80,000 change order for the 2024 Bridge and Culvert Improvements project. The council appointed three members to the East Texas Council of Governments board and awarded a $1,982,759.19 contract to Cutler Repaving, Inc. for the 2025 H.M.A.C. Hot‑in‑Place Recycling road project. Finally, the June 12 and June 24, 2025 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved three‑year lease extension for Visitor Center at 109 W. Tyler St ($3,000/month)
• Approved consolidation of two dark‑fiber lease agreements with Longview Cable Television
• Appointed Shannon Moore, Wray Wade, and John Nustad to the East Texas Council of Governments board
• Awarded $1,982,759.19 contract to Cutler Repaving, Inc. for road repaving project
• Authorized $80,000 Change Order #1 with WMS R and B, LLC for bridge and culvert improvements
• Approved June 12 and June 24, 2025 council minutes (vote 5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including lease and fiber resolutions
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute the approved leases and contracts

City Council

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 6573 establishing the date, time and place for a public hearing on the proposed FY2025‑26 budget. The motion was made by Council Member Wade, seconded by Council Member Berryhill, and passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 6573 setting public hearing for FY2025‑26 budget (7-0)

City Council

The council approved a $4.275 M contract with Riley Harris Construction to build the Stamper Park Aquatic Facility. It also adopted resolutions to fund an occupational‑therapist position for the Older Adult Home Modification Grant, to apply for a $67,978 STEP traffic‑enforcement grant with a 20% city match, to award a $421,000 contract for the municipal courts re‑roof, and to adopt the FY25‑26 Housing Choice Voucher five‑year plan.

• Approved $4,275,000 contract with Riley Harris Construction for Stamper Park Aquatic Facility (Resolution No. 6570)
• Approved occupational‑therapist contract position up to $75,000 annually for three years for Older Adult Home Modification Grant (Resolution No. 6568)
• Approved application for $67,978 STEP grant with required 20% city match (Resolution No. 6569)
• Approved $421,000 contract with Roof‑Care, Inc. for municipal courts re‑roof (Resolution No. 6571)
• Approved FY25‑26 Housing Choice Voucher 5‑year plan and administrative updates (Resolution No. 6572)
• Approved consent agenda (motion passed unanimously, 7‑0)

City Council

The Longview City Council adopted five resolutions authorizing the city to apply for and use grant funds for cultural district marketing, fire department equipment, and police community‑policing initiatives. A separate resolution approved a mutual‑aid radio frequency agreement with the Kilgore Police Department. All resolutions were recorded as approved during the June 12, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 6558 to seek up to $75,000 from the Texas Commission on the Arts for Cultural District marketing
• Approved Resolution No. 6559 to seek up to $2,500 from the CenterPoint Energy Foundation for a thermal imaging camera for the fire department
• Approved Resolution No. 6560 to seek up to $45,000 from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for an ATV and related equipment for the fire department
• Approved Resolution No. 6561 to execute a mutual‑aid radio frequency agreement with the Kilgore Police Department
• Approved Resolution No. 6562 to seek up to $300,000 from the U.S. DOJ COPS program to fund two additional police outreach officers
• Approved Resolution No. 6563 to seek up to $500,000 from the U.S. DOJ COPS program for the School Violence Prevention Program

City Council

The Longview City Council adopted four resolutions: a lease agreement with the United States Postal Service for the 205 E Methvin Street parking lot at $12,800 annually; authorization to apply for a $6,000 grant from the American Electric Power Foundation for the Great Texas Balloon Race; appointment of John Nustad as Mayor Pro Tem; and approval of an interlocal agreement to transfer surplus police equipment to the City of Lakeport. All resolutions were approved by the council.

• Approved lease of 205 E Methvin St parking lot to USPS for $12,800 per year (5‑year term)
• Authorized application for up to $6,000 grant from American Electric Power Foundation for the Great Texas Balloon Race
• Elected Council Member John Nustad as Mayor Pro Tem
• Authorized interlocal agreement to convey surplus police equipment to the City of Lakeport
• Approved appointments and reappointments to multiple city boards and commissions (e.g., Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission)
• Accepted the March 2025 Quarterly Investment Report

City Council

The council reviewed the official canvass for the May 3, 2025 general election, showing Jody D. Berryhill received 427 votes and Michelle Gamboa 417. The council then approved Resolution No. 6550 declaring Berryhill the elected representative for District 5. The motion was made by Council Member Nustad, seconded by Member Moore, and passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved Resolution No. 6550 confirming Jody D. Berryhill elected to District 5 (unanimous 3‑0)

City Council

The Longview City Council approved a resolution authorizing a contract up to $80,000 with Kimley‑Horn for MPO planning services. It also approved a memorandum of understanding with Sam Houston State University for a police internship program. The council authorized applications for a $5 million Texas DOT Transportation Alternatives grant for a Cotton Street pedestrian walkway and a $1 million TDEM/FEMA Hazard Mitigation grant to harden the Emergency Operations Center. Finally, the council accepted the Mobberly Avenue waterline improvements and authorized a final payment of $61,911.22 to J2 Construction, and the consent agenda was approved by a 6‑0 vote with one member absent.

• Approved contract up to $80,000 with Kimley‑Horn for MPO planning services (Resolution 6545)
• Approved MOU with Sam Houston State University for police internship program (Resolution 6546)
• Approved application for up to $5,000,000 Texas DOT Transportation Alternatives grant for Cotton Street pedestrian walkway (Resolution 6547)
• Approved application for up to $1,000,000 TDEM/FEMA Hazard Mitigation grant to harden Emergency Operations Center (Resolution 6548)
• Approved final payment of $61,911.22 to J2 Construction for Mobberly Avenue waterline improvements (Resolution 6549)
• Consent agenda approved (vote: Conley Yes, Moore Yes, Nustad Yes, Gamboa Yes, Pirtle Yes, Mayor Ishihara Yes; Wade Absent)

City Council

The Longview City Council approved a contract worth $924,176.85 with Clark Construction of Texas for the 2025 Chip Seal road maintenance project. It also approved a variance allowing Fisherman's Market at 116 Johnston Street to serve mixed alcoholic beverages within 300 feet of Bramlette Elementary. The council authorized two resolutions: one to let the police department access ATF’s Geospatial Enterprise External Portal, and another to create an interagency support agreement with the VA for joint law‑enforcement on VA property.

• Approved variance for alcohol sales at 116 Johnston Street (Ordinance No. 4555)
• Authorized MOU for police access to ATF GEEP data (Resolution No. 6529)
• Authorized interagency support agreement with VA (Resolution No. 6540)
• Awarded $924,176.85 contract to Clark Construction of Texas for Chip Seal project

City Council

The Longview City Council approved four resolutions: authorizing recurring Microsoft hardware and software purchases under the state DIR agreement; allowing the city to apply for and accept up to $500 from the Texas Commission on the Arts grant; awarding a $732,415 contract to D&M Tank, LLC for the High Street 1.0‑million‑gallon elevated storage tank improvements; and approving final payments for several completed public‑works projects. All resolutions were recorded as approved with their respective resolution numbers.

• Approved Resolution 6528 authorizing recurring Microsoft hardware, software, subscription and support purchases via the Texas DIR cooperative agreement
• Approved Resolution 6529 authorizing the city to apply for, accept and expend up to $500 from the Texas Commission on the Arts Performance Support Grant
• Approved Resolution 6530 awarding a $732,415 contract to D&M Tank, LLC for the High Street 1.0 M‑gallon elevated storage tank improvements
• Approved Resolution 6531 accepting the Grace Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant digester sludge removal project and authorizing final payment of $27,195.71 to Spectrum Biotechnologies, LLC
• Approved Resolution 6532 accepting the Reel Road widening – utilities relocation project and authorizing final payment of $101,098.47 to D&D Pipeline Consultants
• Approved Resolution 6533 (implied) accepting the City of Longview Exhibit Center Renovations project and authorizing final payment of $34,879.50 to Riley Harris Construction, LP

City Council

The Longview City Council adopted an ordinance amending Section 70‑1 of the city code to cap reserve officers at no more than 5% of authorized personnel. The council also approved several grant and contract resolutions, including a $1,000 grant for illegal‑dumping cameras, a $19,704.37 LEOSE training grant, a TXDOT traffic‑signal backplate design agreement costing $37,725, and a $60,533 asbestos‑abatement contract for the Municipal Courts Building.

• Approved ordinance limiting reserve police officers to 5% of staff (Resolution No. 4548)
• Approved $1,000 grant from Keep Longview Beautiful for game cameras (Resolution No. 6524)
• Approved $19,704.37 LEOSE grant for police training (Resolution No. 6525)
• Approved TXDOT traffic‑signal backplate design agreement, local cost $37,725 (Resolution No. 6526)
• Approved asbestos‑abatement services for Municipal Courts Building, up to $60,533 (Resolution No. 6527)
• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (motion by Council Member Gamboa)