Bastrop, Texas

Regular City Council Meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustments

Regular City Council Meeting

Public Library Board

Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board

The Bastrop Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board will hear reports on department operations, Bastrop State Park, the Bird City Coalition, and Master Gardeners. They will then discuss connecting a park trail to the state park and consider approving a strategic work plan. No minutes are on file due to lack of a quorum at the previous meeting.

• Receive reports on Parks & Rec operations, Bastrop State Park, Bird City Coalition, and Master Gardeners
• Discuss and consider park trail connectivity to Bastrop State Park
• Discuss and consider action to approve a Strategic Work Plan
• No minutes to approve due to no quorum at prior meeting
• Citizen comments (3 minutes per speaker) on any topic

Historic Landmark Commission

The Bastrop Historic Landmark Commission will vote on two Certificates of Appropriateness for awning replacement and a sign/paint change at 1005 and 925 Main Street. The Commission will also consider recommending to City Council increased incentives for local landmarks and higher penalties for demolition without a permit. Additionally, there will be discussion on local designations and Certified Local Government status.

• Consider and act on Certificate of Appropriateness for awning at 1005 Main Street within the Bastrop Commercial National Register Historic District
• Consider and act on Certificate of Appropriateness for band sign and paint color change at 925 Main Street within the same historic district
• Consider recommendation to City Council to increase incentives for Local Historic Landmarks under Section 14.09.013 of the Bastrop Development Code
• Consider recommendation to City Council to increase penalties for demolition of a Historic Landmark without a permit and for work without a Certificate of Appropriateness
• Discussion on Local Designations, Local Historic Districts, and Certified Local Government

Main Street Advisory Board

Special City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will consider and act on Resolution No. R-2026-97, authorizing the City Manager to approve Change Order #5 to the construction contract with Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc. for the Old Iron Bridge Rehabilitation. This is the only substantive item on the special meeting agenda, with the rest being procedural items.

• Consideration of Change Order #5 for Old Iron Bridge Rehabilitation (Resolution R-2026-97)

Hunters Crossing Local Government Corporation Board

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending to City Council amendments to Chapter 14 (Bastrop Development Code) and Chapter 10 (Subdivisions) of the Code of Ordinances. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from the May 28, 2026, regular meeting. These items are scheduled for first reading at the July 14, 2026, City Council meeting.

• Approve meeting minutes from May 28, 2026
• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to Bastrop Development Code (Chapter 14) – Exhibits A-H
• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to Subdivision regulations (Chapter 10) – Exhibits A-C
• Both amendments slated for first reading at City Council on July 14, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a second reading on zoning map amendments near Fayette and Farm streets and on Grady Tuck Lane, and a first reading on employment restrictions for registered sex offenders. A $690,000 roadway agreement with BE BD Frontage Road, LLC for Blakey Lane improvements will be voted on. The council will also deliberate the Pine Forest Six Development in closed session.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-17 to rezone 16 properties near Fayette and Farm streets from PI to SF-1
• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-18 to rezone two city properties on Grady Tuck Lane and south of Old Austin Highway from PI to P/OS
• Resolution R-2026-90 approving a $690,000 roadway agreement with BE BD Frontage Road, LLC for Blakey Lane improvements
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-11 restricting employment of registered sex offenders near places where children gather
• Executive session to deliberate purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property related to Pine Forest Six Development

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Bastrop Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting on June 18, 2026, preceded by board training. The board will consider two variance requests: one to exceed maximum impervious cover in the P4 Mix district from 60% to 62% for a paved parking lot with permeable pavers, and another to allow up to two driveways totaling 36 feet in width in a Single Family district.

• Variance to exceed impervious cover limit from 60% to 62% for paved parking lot with permeable pavers (P4 Mix district)
• Variance to allow up to 2 driveways with 36' total width in Single Family district

Special Historic Landmark Commission

The Bastrop Special Historic Landmark Commission will approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a commercial blade sign at 1021 Main Street. The body will also discuss the Allen-Bell House, the Klockman-Elzner House, and the process for becoming a Certified Local Government.

• Approve minutes from April 1, 2026, meeting
• Consider Certificate of Appropriateness for blade sign at 1021 Main Street
• Discuss Allen-Bell House at 1408 Church Street
• Discuss Klockman-Elzner House at 1303 Pecan Street
• Discuss process for becoming a Certified Local Government

Bastrop Economic Development Corporation

The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation Board will hear a presentation on the FY 2026/2027 budget and consider several action items, including a $25,000 MOU with Career Tracks and an application for an EDA grant to install infrastructure at the Bastrop Business and Industrial Park. The board will also discuss amendments to contracts with Acutronic and the City of Bastrop regarding 804 Water Street, and meet in executive session to discuss economic development negotiations.

• Presentation on Fiscal Year 2026/2027 BEDC budget
• Resolution 2026-10 to enter MOU with Career Tracks for $25,000 annually for three years
• Consider applying for EDA grant for infrastructure in Bastrop Business and Industrial Park
• Interlocal Agreement with Smithville for Bastrop County Public Health Department's 'Workforce + Health' grant
• Resolution 2026-09 amending real estate contract with Acutronic

Bridging Bastrop Board

The Bridging Bastrop Board will hold a regular meeting with a workshop on the Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative, including finalizing a checklist, recruiting participants, and scheduling. They will also discuss community outreach opportunities and involvement in the upcoming Get Involved! Bastrop event. Additionally, the board will review the May 2026 employment report from the City's Human Resources Department and consider approving the minutes from the May 14 meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on the Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative (4A)
• Discussion on community outreach opportunities and partnerships (4B)
• Discussion on board's involvement with the Get Involved! Bastrop event (4C)
• Review and possible action on May 2026 Employment Reports (5A)
• Consideration of meeting minutes from May 14, 2026 (5B)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from its May 6 joint workshop and regular meeting. The agenda includes staff and committee reports on downtown initiatives, such as a transformation strategies review, a workshop on historic core use regulations, and upcoming events like the Big Bang celebration and Christmas in July. No other action items are scheduled; the meeting is largely informational.

• Consider and act on approval of May 6, 2026, Joint Historic Landmark Commission & Main Street Advisory Board Workshop Minutes and Main Street Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
• Transformation Strategies Review (staff update)
• Historic Core Use Regulations Workshop scheduled for June 23
• Downtown Business Social on June 16
• Big Bang event on July 4 (Pet & Pedal Parade, Freedom on Wheels, Great American Market)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of two city-initiated zoning map amendments: one rezoning 16 properties northeast of Fayette and Farm Streets from Public/Institutional to Single Family Residential Low Density, and another rezoning two properties on Grady Tuck Lane and south of Old Austin Highway from Public/Institutional to Parks and Open Space. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances restricting employment of registered sex offenders near areas where children gather and amending no-parking streets, as well as a second reading of a fiscal year 2026 budget amendment. Consent agenda items include approval of a CAD interface software agreement for the police department, a zoning board appointment, and a rule change requiring citizen commenters to provide name and address.

• Public hearing and first reading to rezone 16 properties near Fayette and Farm Streets from PI to SF-1
• Public hearing and first reading to rezone two properties on Grady Tuck Lane and south of Old Austin Highway from PI to P/OS
• First reading of ordinance restricting registered sex offender employment near places where children gather
• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-15 amending the FY 2026 operating and capital budget
• Executive session to deliberate purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property related to Pine Forest Six Development

Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from May 7, 2026, receive reports on department operations, Bastrop State Park, and the Bird City Coalition. They will also discuss and consider action on event support for the 20th anniversary of Kerr Park, a Strategic Work Plan, items for the Dorothy Skarnulis Walking Trail in Pecan Park, and park maintenance updates.

• Consider and act to approve minutes from May 7, 2026 regular meeting
• Receive report on Parks & Recreation Department monthly operations and projects
• Discuss and consider event support for 20 years of Kerr Park
• Discuss and consider approval of a Strategic Work Plan
• Discuss items for the Dorothy Skarnulis Walking Trail in Pecan Park

Public Library Board

The Bastrop Public Library Board will meet on June 1, 2026, to approve minutes from the May 4 regular meeting and receive routine reports from the director, statistics, and finances. The agenda also includes announcements of library closures for Juneteenth, Independence Day, and staff development, as well as a July meeting cancellation. No substantive policy decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2026 regular meeting
• Library closed Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth
• No board meeting in July; next meeting August 3
• Library closed July 3-4 for Independence Day and July 27 for staff development
• Director's report and statistics/financial reports scheduled

Special Historic Landmark Commission Meeting

The Bastrop Special Historic Landmark Commission will discuss the Allen-Bell house at 1408 Church Street. No formal action is scheduled; this is a discussion item only. The meeting also includes a citizen comment period.

• Discussion of the Allen-Bell house at 1408 Church Street

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bastrop Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on recommendations to City Council for two zoning map amendments: one to rezone 16 properties northeast of Fayette and Farm streets from Public/Institutional to Single-Family Residential Low Density, and another to rezone two city-owned properties on Grady Tuck Lane and south of Old Austin Highway to Parks and Open Space. The commission will also consider approving the final plat for The Colony Commercial subdivision and a partial replat of Lone Star Storage.

• Public hearing and recommendation to rezone 16 properties northeast of Fayette and Farm Street from PI to SF-1
• Public hearing and recommendation to rezone two properties on Grady Tuck Lane and south of Old Austin Highway from PI to P/OS
• Consider final plat for The Colony Commercial (7.052 acres south of Sam Houston Drive and west of FM 969)
• Consider partial replat of Lone Star Storage (33.971 acres at northeast corner of SH 71 and FM 969)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 16, 2026 special meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to allow private streets within the Sendero commercial development. They will also vote on the first reading of a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2026 and accept a $1,400 donation of microchip scanners for animal control. Consent items include a street closure for the Homecoming Parade and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and resolution for private streets in Sendero development (Exhibit A)
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-15 amending FY2026 operating and capital budget
• Acceptance of $1,400 donation from Save An Angel for 6 microchip scanners for animal control
• Consent: Resolution R-2026-81 closing Chestnut Street for 2026 Bastrop Homecoming Parade
• Receive unaudited monthly financial report for period ending April 2026

The City Council unanimously approved the first reading of a budget amendment (Ordinance No. 2026-15) for Fiscal Year 2026, with a second reading scheduled for June 9. They also unanimously approved a resolution allowing private streets in the Sendero development and accepted a $1,400 donation of microchip scanners for Animal Control. Consent agenda items approving a street closure for the Homecoming Parade and previous meeting minutes were also passed. Executive session discussions resulted in directional guidance to move forward on wastewater treatment plant contracts and to draft an ordinance on sex offender employment restrictions, but no formal votes were taken.

• Approved first reading of FY 2026 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved private streets in Sendero development via Resolution R-2026-84 (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,400 donation of microchip scanners from Save An Angel (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: Chestnut Street closure for Homecoming Parade and May 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Executive session: directed to move forward on Wastewater Treatment Plant #3 contracts (no formal vote)
• Executive session: directed Legal to draft ordinance on sex offender employment restrictions (no formal vote)

Sit w/ Syl

The meeting is an informal 'Sit with Syl' public forum for community discussion. No ordinances, contracts, or formal actions are scheduled. Residents can share comments during the Open Forum.

• Open Forum for informal public discussion and community dialogue

2027 Budget Workshop

Notice of Possible Quorum

This document is a procedural notice required by Texas law to ensure public transparency when city officials gather without conducting business. Council members are scheduled to attend an Emile Elementary Mock City Council Meeting on May 15, 2026, at City Hall in Bastrop. The agenda explicitly states that no council action, deliberation, or official business will occur.

• Procedural notice only; no policy items, contracts, rezonings, or fee changes are listed.

Emile Elementary Mock City Council Agenda

This is an educational mock city council meeting for Emile Elementary students. The council will consider and act on naming an official ice cream flavor for Bastrop and choosing the most fun park in the city.

• Consider and act to name the official ice cream flavor for the City of Bastrop
• Consider and act to choose the most fun park in the City of Bastrop

Bridging Bastrop Board

The Board will discuss the Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative and its associated checklist. Members will also hold a workshop regarding the current Board Work Plan and future priorities.

• Discussion of the Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative
• Workshop on the Bridging Bastrop Board Work Plan
• Review of April 2026 City of Bastrop Employment Reports
• Approval of the April 16, 2026, meeting minutes
• Post-event report on the April 30th Work in Bastrop event

The board approved the April 16 meeting minutes; all other agenda items were procedural or discussed without a vote. The board will continue reporting on community events, planning an accessibility inventory walk for October 2026, and reviewing employment diversity data at future meetings.

• Approved Bridging Bastrop Board minutes from April 16, 2026 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Bastrop Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet to elect its chair and vice chair, adopt the 2026 meeting calendar, and review one variance request. The board is deciding whether to approve subdividing an existing nonconforming lot into three lots for two new businesses in the P5 Core zoning district. Granting the variance would allow impervious cover percentages up to approximately 91.9 percent, which exceeds the standard 65 percent limit and changes local development density standards for that parcel.

• Election of Zoning Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of the 2026 Zoning Board Meeting Calendar
• Variance request to subdivide a nonconforming lot into three lots for two businesses in the P5 Core district
• Proposed impervious cover percentages of approximately 91.9%, 77.7%, and 72.4% (exceeding the 65% district maximum)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will swear in newly elected Mayor Ishamel Harris and Council Member Kevin Plunkett following the May 2 general election. The council will review a first reading of Ordinance No. 2026-11, which would restrict where registered sex offenders can work near places where children gather, affecting local employment zones. The council will also approve a $92,051.82 fleet equipment purchase, accept sponsorship donations for the July 4 Big Bang Celebration, and commit matching funds to a federal Safe Streets and Roads for All grant aimed at improving local road safety. Several closed executive sessions will address economic development agreements and real property acquisitions.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2026-11 restricting registered sex offender employment near places where children gather
• Commitment of matching funds for the TXDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant application
• Approval of a $92,051.82 purchase for a Vermeer BC1500 chipper under Sourcewell Contract #010925-VRM
• Acceptance of $4,000 in sponsorship donations for the July 4 Big Bang Celebration
• Closed executive sessions to deliberate on real property purchases and a Chapter 380 economic development agreement

The Bastrop City Council approved several resolutions, including adopting a Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan that commits matching federal funds to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries. Officials also authorized municipal equipment purchases up to $92,051.82, accepted event sponsorships, waived fees for youth groups, and approved development agreements and drainage waivers for local properties. A proposed ordinance restricting sex offender employment locations was postponed to May 26 following an executive session.

• Approved matching funds for TXDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All project (unanimous)
• Adopted SS4A Safety Action Plan to target zero roadway fatalities and serious injuries (unanimous)
• Established steering committee to monitor public engagement and plan progress (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Vermeer BC1500 chipper up to $92,051.82 via Sourcewell Contract #010925VRM (unanimous)
• Accepted $4,000 in sponsorships from Renewal by Anderson, Zion Outdoors, and H-E-B for Big Bang Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved drainage standard waiver for single-family home at 112 Post Oak Rim (unanimous)
• Approved Cost Share Agreement with Longhorn Opportunity Fund, LLC for Pecan Park Commercial development (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2026-11 restricting sex offender employment locations until May 26 meeting (no action taken)

Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from April 2, 2026, and receive reports on department operations, Bastrop State Park, and the Bird City Coalition. Items for discussion include updates to parks and recreation fees, the Juneteenth Celebration, and the Heart Park and Bark Park. The board will also review a strategic planning workplan.

• Update and discuss Parks and Recreation Fees (Item 5A)
• Receive and discuss Heart Park and Bark Park Update (Item 5C)
• Strategic Planning Workplan (Item 5D)
• Receive and discuss Juneteenth Celebration (Item 5B)
• Receive report on Bastrop State Park operations (Item 4B)

Joint Historic Landmark Commission & Main Street Advisory Board Workshop

The Bastrop Historic Landmark Commission and Main Street Advisory Board will hold a joint workshop to review and discuss use regulations within the Historic Overlay and the administration of the Main Street design guidelines. The boards may provide a recommendation on the matter after public comment.

• Review and recommendation on use regulations in the Historic Overlay
• Review and recommendation on administration of Main Street design guidelines

Main Street Advisory Board Meeting

The Main Street Advisory Board will consider approving the March 11, 2026 special meeting minutes. Reports will be presented by the Manager on accreditation and block captains, by the Design Committee on metal bridge banners, by the Promotion Committee on 4th of July plans, and by Economic Vitality on a downtown business social. No votes on policy or spending are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of March 11, 2026 Special Main Street Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
• Manager report on accreditation and block captains
• Design Committee update on metal bridge banners
• Promotion Committee update on 4th of July
• Economic Vitality update on Downtown Bastrop Business Social

Public Library Board

The Bastrop Public Library Board will hear a Master Plan presentation from Planning & Zoning Liaison Pete Parsons, consider approving minutes from April 6, 2026, and receive updates on the 2026 Summer Reading Program and new operating hours. The meeting also includes citizen comments and reports from the director, statistics, and finance.

• Approve minutes from April 6, 2026 regular meeting
• Master Plan presentation by Planning & Zoning Liaison Pete Parsons
• Summer Reading Program runs May 26 to July 25
• Library hours change to 10:00 a.m. daily starting June 1
• Introduction of Adult Services Librarian Rozanna Bennett

The Board approved the minutes from the April 6, 2026, regular meeting. No other substantive actions or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved April 6, 2026, meeting minutes

Special City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will hold a special meeting with one substantive item: consideration of Resolution R-2026-72 approving a task order with Bennett Paving for pavement rehabilitation of Wilson Street at a not-to-exceed cost of $462,400. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, pledges, invocation, and citizen comments.

• Consider and act on Resolution R-2026-72 approving an IDIQ for Pavement Maintenance Services Task Order #1 with Bennett Paving for not-to-exceed $462,400 for Wilson Street pavement rehabilitation.

The Bastrop City Council approved Resolution No. 2026-72 on April 30, 2026, authorizing a pavement maintenance contract with Bennetf Paving. The agreement covers up to $462,400 for rehabilitating Wilson Street, which will fund road maintenance for local traffic. The motion passed unanimously, and the meeting concluded shortly after with no other substantive items.

• Approved Resolution No. 2026-72 for pavement maintenance with Bennetf Paving (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $462,400 for Wilson Street rehabilitation

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will receive presentations on feasibility studies for a hotel, hospital/convention center, and golf course, then consider a consent agenda with second readings of ordinances including a $2M budget amendment, water conservation plan, and parkland designation. Individual action items include a $621,740 sewer line pipe bursting contract, a cost share agreement with Legend Communities, and resolutions to issue up to $11M in certificates of obligation. The meeting also includes an executive session on an economic development agreement with Pearl River for the Sendero development.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-14: Amends FY2026 budget by $2,047,950 from Street Reserve to Street Operations.
• Resolution R-2026-58: Approves $621,740.50 construction contract with Bull G Construction for sewer pipe bursting on Water and Linden streets.
• Resolution 2026-64: Directs publication of notice of intent to issue up to $11,000,000 in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation.
• Executive session to discuss revised Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Pearl River for Sendero development.
• Resolution 2026-62: Adopting fee structure for Hunters Crossing Pool.

The Bastrop City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including a $2M budget amendment, water conservation plan, and agreements with Aqua Water. It adopted a revised fee schedule with a reduced sign variance fee, awarded a $633,531 sewer line pipe bursting contract to King Solution Service, and authorized publication of an $11M certificate of obligation notice. The council also directed staff on feasibility studies for a golf course, hotel/convention center, and hospital, but took no action on an economic development agreement in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda with $2M budget amendment, water conservation plan, Aqua Water agreements, pool fees, and meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted building regulation fee schedule with Sign Variance Review reduced to $200 and cost-of-services analysis requested (unanimous)
• Approved sewer line pipe bursting contract with King Solution Service for $633,531, pending reference checks (unanimous)
• Authorized Resolution R-2026-63 (Advance Funding Agreement) and R-2026-64 (notice of intent for $11M certificates of obligation published in Elgin Courier) (unanimous)
• Directed staff to seek sponsorship/partnerships for golf course feasibility update by July 28 (unanimous)
• Directed city manager to work with legal/financial partners to firm up hotel/convention center plan (unanimous)
• Directed city manager to ask Bastrop EDC to sponsor Phase 2 hospital feasibility study (unanimous)
• Removed ordinance designating 0.84-acre parkland (Item 8C) from consent agenda without vote; no action on economic development agreement in executive session

Sit with Syl

This special City Council meeting is an informal session for public discussion and community dialogue, with no formal decisions or specific items on the agenda.

Bridging Bastrop Board

The Bridging Bastrop Board will review March 2026 employment reports and volunteer plans for upcoming events. The meeting includes a workshop on an accessibility inventory walk and the approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Review March 2026 Employment Reports
• Approve March 12, 2026 Board minutes
• Discuss volunteer duties for SpringFest and Work in Bastrop
• Workshop on Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative
• Public hearing on Code Rewrite scheduled for April 14

The Bridging Bastrop Board unanimously approved the March 12, 2026 regular meeting minutes. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed upcoming community events, an accessibility inventory walk postponed to October, and volunteer assignments for SpringFest and Work in Bastrop.

• Approved March 12, 2026 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bastrop Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting on April 16, 2026. The main action item is a vote on the final plat for Valverde Section 2, Phase 4, a 23.262-acre subdivision west of FM 969. Commissioners will also consider approving minutes from the February 26 regular meeting and receive updates on development activity.

• Consider approval of Valverde Section 2, Phase 4 Final Plat – 23.262 acres, Nancy Blakey Survey, west of FM 969
• Approve meeting minutes from February 26, 2026, Regular Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
• Future Development Related Items update
• Development Services Department Monthly Project Volume Report
• Individual commissioner requests for future agenda items

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will consider budget amendments, approve construction contracts for the Old Iron Bridge and water projects, and hold first readings on ordinances regarding zoning, parkland, and tree preservation.

• Approve $214,311 street roller purchase
• Approve $71,772 Bobcat attachments purchase
• Approve $164,370 Corix water main contract
• Approve $266,170 WWTP relocation engineering contract
• First reading: Ordinance 2026-13 designating 0.84-acre parkland

The City Council unanimously adopted the second reading of Ordinance 2026-06, enacting the new Bastrop Development Code with an amendment to strike restrictions on dwellings. Related zoning map, subdivision, and tree preservation ordinances were also approved. Multiple contracts and a $2.05 million street operations budget amendment were passed unanimously.

• Adopted new Bastrop Development Code (Ordinance 2026-06) with amendment (unanimous)
• Approved comprehensive zoning map amendment (Ordinance 2026-07) (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision regulations amendments (Ordinance 2026-08) (unanimous)
• Approved water conservation plan first reading (Ordinance 2026-12) (unanimous)
• Approved $164,370 contract for Texas Utilities force main extension (unanimous)
• Approved $266,170 engineering contract for WWTP #3 outfall design (unanimous)
• Approved $2.05M street operations budget amendment and equipment purchases (unanimous)
• Appointed Judith Hoover to Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)

Public Library Board

The Bastrop Public Library Board will convene to approve minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting and receive reports on library statistics and finances. The agenda also includes citizen comments and announcements regarding upcoming library events.

• Approval of March 16, 2026 library minutes
• Citizen comments on any topic
• Día de los Niños celebration announcement
• Friends of the Library book sale
• Summer at the Library 2026 preview report

The Bastrop Public Library Board approved the March 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes. The board also discussed bringing the City’s Master Plan for review and creating a wish list for the library's future needs. Announcements included upcoming events: Día de los Niños on April 28 and the Friends of the Library book sale on April 25-26.

• Approved March 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board

The Bastrop Public Tree Advisory Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive departmental reports, and discuss park fees, the Cultural Heritage Trail, and the Texas Legends Event.

• Approve March 5, 2026 meeting minutes
• Receive Parks & Recreation monthly operations report
• Receive Bastrop State Park operations report
• Discuss Parks and Recreation Fees
• Discuss Texas Legends Event

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will meet to review meeting minutes and a specific property request. The body is deciding on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a building addition.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a main structure addition at 909 Pecan Street (0.316 acres)
• Approval of February 4, 2026, meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on a new Bastrop Development Code, a comprehensive zoning map amendment, and updated subdivision regulations. The body is also deciding on several property transfers and economic development expenditures.

• Expenditure of $525,000 by Bastrop Economic Development Corporation for property at 804 Water Street
• Public hearing for rezoning 2.55 +/- acres at 1811 Jasper Street from P3 Neighborhood to P5 Core
• Adoption of the Bastrop Development Code to replace the Bastrop Building Block Code
• Resolution to enter negotiations with VVater regarding direct potable reuse
• Conveyance of approximately 1.101 acres of City-owned property to Patrick Millman

The Council unanimously approved three resolutions: supporting the Bastrop Housing Authority voucher program transition, entering negotiations with Water for direct notable reuse, and negotiating a fire services agreement with Emergency Services District #2. The consent agenda, including a budget amendment and $525,000 property purchase at 804 Water Street, was also approved. On first reading, the Council adopted a new Bastrop Development Code (BDC) replacing the existing code, with amendments covering garage sales, parking dimensions, and barndominiums. Additional first readings were approved for a zoning change at 1811 Jasper Street, a comprehensive zoning map amendment, subdivision regulation amendments, and tree preservation updates; all votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution R-2026-45 supporting Bastrop Housing Authority voucher program transition (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2026-22 to negotiate with Water for direct notable reuse (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2026-44 to negotiate fire services agreement with Emergency Services District #2 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including FY2026 budget amendment, $525,000 property purchase, Juneteenth parade street closure, land conveyance, HOT funds, and prior minutes (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-05 rezoning 2.55 acres at 1811 Jasper from P3 to P5 Core (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-06 adopting new Bastrop Development Code with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-07 adopting Comprehensive Zoning Map Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-08 amending subdivision regulations (unanimous)

Bastrop Economic Development Corporation

The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation will consider approving funds for workforce training via Community Action Inc. of Central Texas. The board will also discuss a Tri-City Economic Development Strategic Plan and a grant application for the Economic Development Administration.

• Resolution 2026-06: Distribution of funds to Community Action Inc. of Central Texas for workforce training
• Discussion on the creation of a Tri-City Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Resolution R-2026-07: Application for a grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA)
• Election of BEDC Board Secretary/Treasurer

The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) approved Resolution 2026-07 authorizing a grant application to the Economic Development Administration (EDA) with a 20% local match, and directed staff to pursue a Tri-City Economic Development Strategic Plan with a proposed $50,000 commitment to be formalized later. The board also approved Resolution 2026-06 distributing funds to Community Action Inc. of Central Texas for workforce training, elected Lisa Holcomb as secretary/treasurer, and approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved Resolution 2026-07 and application for EDA grant (20% match)
• Directed staff to pursue Tri-City Economic Development Strategic Plan (future budget amendment and RFQ)
• Approved Resolution 2026-06 funding workforce training with Community Action Inc. of Central Texas
• Elected Lisa Holcomb as BEDC Board Secretary/Treasurer
• Approved meeting minutes from January 26, 2026 and February 9, 2026

Public Library Board

The Bastrop Public Library Board will consider approving the minutes from its February 2, 2026 regular meeting. The board will also hear announcements about staff attending the Texas Library Association conference and additional Spring Break programs, along with director's, statistics, and financial reports.

• Consider approval of February 2, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Youth Services Librarian Eva Bunker and Access Services Librarian Amie Cuvelier attending TLA conference March 29-31
• Library offering additional programs during Spring Break (March 16-21)
• Library closed April 3-4 for Good Friday and Easter

The board approved the minutes from its February 2, 2026 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily procedural with announcements and reports.

• Approved minutes from February 2, 2026 meeting (motion by Bennett, second by Johnson, approved by members present)

Bridging Bastrop Board

The Bridging Bastrop Board will hold a workshop on the Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative and review February 2026 employment reports. The board will also discuss its involvement in the Work in Bastrop Event and receive recommendations from the Bastrop County Collaborative for Health and Housing.

• Workshop on the Accessibility Inventory Walk Initiative
• Review and possible action on February 2026 Employment Reports from City of Bastrop Human Resources
• Discussion and possible action regarding the Work in Bastrop Event
• Report from the Bastrop County Collaborative for Health and Housing
• Approval of February 12, 2026, meeting minutes

The Bridging Bastrop Board approved the minutes from its February 12, 2026, regular meeting by a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; items discussed included recommendations from the Bastrop County Collaborative for Health and Housing on housing attainability, an Accessibility Inventory Walk workshop, and updates on upcoming community events. The board also reviewed a monthly employment report from the Human Resources Department but took no action.

• Approved February 12, 2026, regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special Main Street Advisory Board Meeting

The Main Street Advisory Board will consider and act on six special event permits for upcoming downtown events, including Fat Tuesday, Pride Street Faire, and Juneteenth. The board will also approve meeting minutes from previous months and receive committee updates on design guidelines and promotion events.

• Special event permit for Events on Main, March 14th, 2026
• Special event permit for No Kings Protest, March 28th, 2026
• Special event permit for Pride Street Faire, June 5th, 2026
• Special event permit for Juneteenth Festival and Parade, June 20th, 2026
• Special event permit for Big Bang, July 4th, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting

The Bastrop City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a suspension of a CenterPoint gas rate increase, multiple police grant applications, and a $122,933.50 purchase for water system treatment. Individual items include a first reading of a budget amendment, a resolution supporting a regional economic development corporation, a parking dimension warrant, and a $126,600 bleacher purchase for three parks. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss a fire services agreement with Emergency Services District No. 2.

• Consider suspending the proposed CenterPoint gas rate increase under the Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program (GRIP) and continue participation in the Alliance of CenterPoint Municipalities (Resolution R-2026-33).
• Approve purchase of Orthophosphate (Napco 206) from Hawkins, Inc. for $122,933.50 for the public water system (Resolution R-2026-40).
• Award a $20,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to Lonestar Cowboy Promotion for the Lonestar Cowboy Poetry event (Resolution 2026-42).
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-04 amending the FY 2026 operating and capital budget and appropriating funds as attached.
• Authorize purchase and installation of bleachers for Mayfest Park, Rusty Reynolds Fields, and Fireman's Park from North Carolina Welding for not to exceed $126,600 (Resolution 2026-41).

The Bastrop City Council approved a consent agenda including police grants and a water treatment purchase, and approved a first reading of a budget amendment. The council denied a resolution supporting a regional economic development corporation and removed one grant item from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Approved consent agenda (Items 8A-8H, 8J) unanimously
• Approved $122,933.50 water treatment purchase (8H)
• Approved $20,967 TXDOT grant for 'Click It or Ticket' (8D)
• Approved $20,000 HOT grant for Lonestar Cowboy Poetry (8I)
• Denied Resolution R-2026-32 for regional economic development corporation
• Removed $20,000 Lonestar Cowboy grant from consent agenda for separate discussion
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-04 for FY 2026 budget amendment
• Approved $126,600 bleacher purchase for parks (9D)

Bastrop Economic Development Corporation

The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation Board will consider a resolution to endorse a county-funded strategic plan evaluating a regional economic development corporation serving Bastrop, Elgin, and Smithville, and to support forming the Bastrop County Economic Development Partners nonprofit.

• Resolution 2026-04: expressing support for a Bastrop County strategic plan to study feasibility and structure of a regional economic development corporation covering Bastrop, Elgin, and Smithville, and supporting creation of the Bastrop County Economic Development Partners nonprofit

The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation approved a resolution supporting a strategic plan for a regional economic development corporation serving Bastrop, Elgin, and Smithville. The vote was 2-1.

• Approved Resolution 2026-08 supporting regional economic development plan (2-1)
• Mayor Pro Tem Kirkland submitted alternate resolution for consideration

Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board

The Bastrop Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board will meet to approve February 2025 meeting minutes, receive reports on department operations, Bastrop State Park, and Bird City Coalition, and discuss several items including parkland dedication for Heart Park, recreation fees, an art call selection, crosswalk artwork, and a tree carving grant opportunity.

• Receive and discuss Parks and Recreation Fees (5A)
• Vote on Art Call Selection (5B)
• Discuss Parkland Dedication for Heart Park (5C)
• Discussion on Crosswalk Artwork (5D)
• Discussion on Grant Opportunity for Tree Carving (5E)