Sanger, TX

4B Development Corporation Regular Meeting

Library Board Regular Meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the purchase of new police vehicles and interlocal agreements for library and firearms training services. The meeting includes executive sessions regarding personnel and the Riley Ranch property on Rector Road.

• Purchase of four Chevrolet Tahoe Patrol Trucks from CAPS Fleet not to exceed $355,000.00
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for use of the Denton County Firearms Training Facility
• Interlocal Agreement for Library Services between Denton County and the City of Sanger
• Executive session regarding property known as Riley Ranch on Rector Road
• Executive session regarding City Attorney personnel matters

• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for use of the Denton County Firearms Training Facility — null
• Interlocal Agreement for Library Services — null
• Purchase of four new Chevrolet Tahoe Patrol Trucks — null
  $355,000

Parks & Recreation Keep Sanger Beautiful Board Regular Meeting

The board will meet to elect its officers and review minutes from August 11, 2026. Members will also receive staff updates on local parks and community projects.

• Election of officers for the Parks and Recreation Keep Sanger Beautiful Board
• Updates on the Old Bolivar Station Songwriters Festival 2026
• Updates on the Community Center remodel
• Updates on Porter Park and Miracle League Field

Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a land division request. The body will also consider the minutes from the September 14, 2026 meeting.

• Minor Plat request for Jackie’s Addition, Lot 1 (3.762 acres) at 10346 Terrace Rd

4A Industrial Development Board Regular Meeting

The Sanger 4A Industrial Development Board meets October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 201 Bolivar Street to discuss land acquisition and development, approve minutes from its August 4, 2026 meeting, and elect officers for the Sanger Industrial Development Corporation. It will also hear staff reports on financial and sales tax reports, which are for discussion only with no action allowed. The agenda includes citizens comments and a note that the board may adjourn into executive session under the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Discussion item on land acquisition and development process
• Consent agenda: approval of 4A minutes from 08-04-2026
• Action item: electing officers for the Sanger Industrial Development Corporation
• Staff report: review of financial and sale tax reports (discussion only, no action)
• Citizens comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker with a required Speaker's Form

City Council Regular Meeting

The Sanger City Council meets October 5, 2026, at the Historic Church Building, 403 N 7th Street. The council will hold public hearings and take action on rezoning about 202.45 acres to Light Industrial, and on annexing, rezoning, and amending the future land use map for roughly 387 acres near FM 1190 and Union Hill Road. It will also consider creating the Triple T Ranch Public Improvement District and a development agreement with Triple T Farms, LTD. A closed executive session is scheduled on the City Attorney position and real property involving Triple T Ranch.

• Rezoning about 202.45 acres from Planned Development to Light Industrial (Ordinance No. 09-31-26), south of Lois Road near Marion Rd and Lois Rd East, Property ID 59829
• Annexation of about 387 acres in the R. Bebee Survey A-29 and J. Morton Survey A-792, north of FM 1190 and east of Union Hill Road, plus about 0.75 acres of TxDOT right-of-way (Ordinance No. 09-33-26)
• Creating the Triple T Ranch Public Improvement District in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction under Chapter 372 (Resolution No. R2026-14)
• Development Agreement with Triple T Farms, LTD. covering about 387 acres, including a public improvement district reimbursement agreement
• Consent agenda: setting a $2,000 maximum transaction amount for electronic utility payments, and purchasing materials from Techline Inc. for Lane Ranch Phase 5

The City Council held an agenda-setting meeting that included executive sessions on personnel and real property, multiple public hearings for rezonings, annexation, and a public improvement district, and subsequent action items. However, the provided minutes are an agenda and notice document and do not record the specific final votes or outcomes of these items.

• Held executive session on City Attorney position and Triple T Ranch real property
• Conducted public hearing on rezoning 202.45 acres from PD to Light Industrial
• Conducted public hearing on Future Land Use Map amendment for ~387 acres
• Conducted public hearing on annexing ~387 acres and adjacent right-of-way
• Conducted public hearing on creating Triple T Ranch Public Improvement District
• Conducted public hearing on establishing Planned Development zoning for ~387 acres
• Considered consent agenda items including September 21 minutes, Resolution 2026-13, Techline Inc. materials, and electronic utility payment limits
• Received informational Republic Services Waste Report for August 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

The Sanger City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's Public Improvement District (PID) policy, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes a life-saving award presentation, consent agenda approval of minutes, a vote for Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board candidates, and a resolution appointing an alternate member to several boards.

• Discussion on Public Improvement District (PID) policy
• Life-saving award presentation for Detective Kristufek
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2026 meeting
• Vote for Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board candidates
• Resolution 2026-12 appointing alternate member to Planning and Zoning Commission, Capital Improvements Advisory Committee, and Board of Adjustment

The provided minutes outline the agenda for the Sanger City Council regular meeting on September 21, 2026, which included a work session discussion on the Public Improvement District Policy, a life-saving award presentation, and consideration of consent and action items. However, the supplied document is an agenda and notice of the meeting rather than the official record of votes or final decisions, meaning specific outcomes are not recorded in this text.

• Discussed the City's Public Improvement District Policy (PID) in work session
• Presented a life-saving award to Detective Kristufek
• Considered approval of meeting minutes from September 8, 2026 (Consent Agenda)
• Considered voting for candidates on the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board of Trustees Election 2026 ballot
• Considered Resolution 2026-12 appointing an alternate member to the Planning and Zoning Commission, Capital Improvements Advisory Committee, and Board of Adjustment

Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several land use requests. These include changing 387 acres to medium residential and rezoning 202.45 acres to light industrial.

• Future Land Use Map amendment for 387 acres north of FM 1190 to Medium Residential
• Planned Development (PD) zoning establishment for 387 acres north of FM 1190
• Rezoning of 202.45 acres south of Lois Road from PD to Light Industrial
• Replat of 4.398 acres at 1040 and 1041 Waters Edge Dr.

The commission denied requests to amend the Future Land Use Map and establish Planned Development zoning for 387 acres. It approved a rezoning to Light Industrial for 202.45 acres and a replat for 4.398 acres in the ETJ.

• Approved August 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to Future Land Use Map from Ranch/Estate to Medium Residential for 387 acres (unanimous)
• Denied Planned Development zoning for 387 acres based on density (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from Planned Development to Light Industrial for 202.45 acres (5-1)
• Approved replat of Palomino Bay Addition Blk A Lot 9 and Lot 10 (unanimous)

• Amendment to the Future Land Use Map from Ranch/Estate Residential to Medium Residential
  north of FM 1190 and east of Union Hill Road · 387 ac
• Establishment of Planned Development (PD) zoning upon annexation
  north of FM 1190 and east of Union Hill Road · 387 ac
• Rezoning from Planned Development (PD) to Light Industrial (LI)
  South of Lois Road, approximately 1200 feet west of the inte · 202.45 ac
• Replat of Palomino Bay Addition Blk A Lot 9 and Lot 10
  1040 and 1041 Waters Edge Dr., Sanger, Texas · 4.398 ac

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to conduct organizational business. The committee will consider approving previous meeting minutes and electing its leadership.

• Election of a Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of August 10, 2026, meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct regular business. The primary action item is the election of a Chair and Vice Chair for the Board.

• Election of a Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of May 11, 2026, meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The Sanger City Council will hold a work session on Special Financing Districts, then a regular meeting to vote on the FY 2026-27 budget, a property tax rate of $0.689747 per $100 valuation, a zoning change for 83.95 acres, and annexation of 387 acres. The agenda also includes consent items, public hearings, and a resolution to create a Public Improvement District.

• Zoning change from Agriculture to Light Industrial for 83.95 acres on Co Rd 200, west of I-35
• Ordinance 09-26-26 adopting FY 2026-27 budget
• Ordinance 09-27-26 setting tax rate at $0.689747/$100
• Resolution 2026-10 to create Triple T Ranch Public Improvement District
• Annexation request from Triple T Farms, LLC for 387 acres east of Union Hill Road

Sanger City Council unanimously approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, set the ad valorem tax rate at $0.689747 per $100 of taxable assessed valuation, and ratified the property tax increase reflected in that budget. Council also approved a zoning change from Agriculture to Light Industrial for about 83.95 acres on Co Rd 200, accepted a petition to create the Triple T Ranch Public Improvement District, and accepted a written annexation request from Triple T Farms, LLC for roughly 387 acres, setting an annexation public hearing for October 5, 2026. The consent agenda, roadway impact fee amendment, property tax roll, and fee schedule amendment all passed unanimously. Mayor Bilyeu read Councilmember Bulger's letter of resignation during future agenda items.

• Approved consent agenda including August 10 and August 17 minutes, Belz Road ROW warranty deed, TxDOT FM 455 supplemental agreement, and two Denton County dispatch/radio interlocal agreements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 09-29-26 rezoning ~83.95 acres on Co Rd 200 from Agriculture to Light Industrial (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 09-30-26 amending roadway impact fees and setting a new collection rate (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-10 accepting petition to create Triple T Ranch Public Improvement District and calling a public hearing (5-0)
• Approved accepting Triple T Farms, LLC annexation request for ~387 acres and set annexation public hearing for October 5, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 09-25-26 approving the property tax roll (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 09-26-26 adopting the FY2026-27 budget (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 09-27-26 setting ad valorem tax rate at $0.689747/$100 and Ordinance 09-28-26 ratifying the property tax increase (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Sanger City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and property tax rate, and consider a consent agenda that includes a $5.2 million agreement for the Downtown Fire Station remodel. The council will also consider a resolution to start annexation proceedings for about 387.5 acres near FM 455 and Union Hill Road, plus several other routine items.

• Public hearing on proposed property tax rate for FY 2026-2027
• Public hearing on Annual Budget for FY 2026-2027
• Agreement with CORE for Downtown Fire Station remodel, not to exceed $5,200,000
• Resolution No. 2026-10 to prepare annexation service plan for ~387.515 acres north of FM 455 and east of Union Hill Road
• Ordinance No. 08-24-26 amending Chapter 13 Utilities on underground electrical service installation

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $5.2 million agreement for the downtown fire station remodel, utility ordinance amendments, and a professional services reimbursement agreement. The council also held public hearings regarding the proposed property tax rate and the 2026-2027 annual budget, with final votes scheduled for September 8, 2026.

• Approved July 20 and August 3 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $5.2M downtown fire station remodel agreement (5-0)
• Approved utility ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved professional services reimbursement agreement with Centurion American (5-0)
• Pulled annexation service plan resolution from agenda (no action taken)

Parks & Recreation Keep Sanger Beautiful Board Regular Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Keep Sanger Beautiful Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on the Community Center remodel, parks and recreation projects, and the Old Bolivar Station Songwriters Festival 2026. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting. No votes on major policy or spending are scheduled.

• Consideration of minutes from June 9, 2026
• Community Center remodel updates
• Parks and Recreation updates
• Update on Old Bolivar Station Songwriters Festival 2026

The Sanger Parks & Recreation Keep Sanger Beautiful Board met on August 11, 2026, and unanimously approved the minutes from their June 9, 2026, meeting. The board also received updates regarding the Community Center remodel, general parks and recreation operations, and the upcoming Old Bolivar Station Songwriters Festival 2026. A duplicate agenda item regarding parks and recreation updates was noted and skipped.

• Approved minutes from the June 09, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action regarding a Specific Use Permit request. The request is for a sports field on approximately 9.602 acres at the Rangers Elite Fields Addition.

• Public hearing and action on a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a sports field
• Proposed site: Rangers Elite Fields Addition, Blk A, Lot 1 (approx. 9.602 acres)
• Location: approximately 490 Feet South West of the Intersection of FM 455 and Union Hill Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It then approved the final plat for Elada Phase 1A, a 64.437‑acre parcel on the north side of Belz Road. Both actions passed with unanimous yea votes.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous: Miller, Leissner, Rippey)
• Approved Final Plat of Elada Phase 1A, 64.437 acres (unanimous: Holzer, Leissner, Rippey)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing and consider action on amending Ordinance No. 10-18-24 to set a new roadway impact fee collection rate. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from the November 11, 2024 meeting. Citizens may address the committee on any matter during the public comment period.

• Public hearing on amending Ordinance No. 10-18-24, Roadway Impact Fees, and setting a new collection rate
• Consideration and possible action on amending Ordinance No. 10-18-24, Roadway Impact Fees, and setting a new collection rate
• Approval of minutes from November 11, 2024 meeting

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee met on August 10, 2026, with five of seven commissioners present. The committee approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the November 11, 2024 meeting, by common consent. After a public hearing, the committee approved amending Ordinance No. 10-18-24, Roadway Impact Fees, and setting a new collection rate. The minutes do not state the new collection rate or the specific changes to the ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda, including November 11, 2024 minutes, by common consent
• Held public hearing on amending Ordinance No. 10-18-24, Roadway Impact Fees, and setting a new collection rate
• Approved amending Ordinance No. 10-18-24, Roadway Impact Fees, and setting a new collection rate (unanimous; yea: Rippey, Holzer, Skaggs)

City Council Special Meeting

The Sanger City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings on the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and the proposed property tax rate. The agenda also includes citizen comments and action items. The proposed tax rate is $0.689747 per $100 valuation, which would result in an estimated tax bill of $2,012 for a median-valued homestead, compared to $2,051 in the current year.

• Public hearing on the City of Sanger’s Annual Budget for fiscal year 2026-2027
• Public hearing on the proposed property tax rate of $0.689747 per $100 valuation
• Estimated median homestead value for 2026-2027: $291,689
• Estimated tax bill under proposed rate: $2,012, compared to $2,051 in current year
• No-new-revenue tax rate is $0.686583, which would yield an estimated bill of $2,003

The Sanger City Council held public hearings for the city's annual budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and the proposed property tax rate. No action items were scheduled or voted upon during the special meeting.

• Held public hearing for the 2026-2027 Annual Budget
• Held public hearing for the proposed property tax rate

4A Industrial Development Board Regular Meeting

The 4A Industrial Development Board will meet to discuss workforce grant opportunities for local businesses. The board will also enter an executive session to deliberate on a potential economic development agreement for Project Gotham.

• Discussion of workforce grant opportunities for Sanger businesses
• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations for Project Gotham
• Approval of minutes from 04-07-2026

City Council Regular Meeting

The Sanger City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss municipal operations training, approve minutes, and take action on several items including a sports-field permit, utility agreements for the I-35 expansion, and a property tax-rate resolution. The meeting includes a public hearing on a Specific Use Permit for a sports field near FM 455 and Union Hill Road.

• Specific Use Permit for 9.6-acre sports field near FM 455 and Union Hill Road
• Supplemental Agreement with TXDOT for I-35 electric utility relocation ($ undisclosed)
• Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for I-35 noise wall panels ($ undisclosed)
• Resolution 2026-09: Adopting City Manager’s salary
• Resolution 2026-08: Accepting proposed property tax rate and setting FY2026-27 budget hearing dates

The Sanger City Council denied a Specific Use Permit for a sports field on 9.602 acres near FM 455 and Union Hill Road (3-1). The council also approved a resolution setting dates for public hearings on the proposed property tax rate and FY 2026-2027 budget, and unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including agreements with TxDOT for utility relocation and noise wall panels, a resolution adopting the City Manager's salary, and a special event permit for the Old Bolivar Station Songwriters Festival. A separate special event permit for The Altered Intentions Car and Truck Club was approved 3-0 after Councilmember Burrus recused himself.

• Denied Specific Use Permit for sports field at Rangers Elite Fields Addition (3-1)
• Approved Resolution 2026-08 setting tax rate and budget hearing dates (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 3-7, including TxDOT agreements and City Manager salary resolution (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for The Altered Intentions Car and Truck Club (3-0)

4B Development Corporation Regular Meeting

The 4B Development Corporation will receive an update on the Porter Park East project, consider approval of minutes from April 2026, and review reports on the Economic Development Strategic Plan and financials.

• Porter Park East Update
• Consideration and possible action on 4B minutes from 04-28-2026
• Economic Development Strategic Plan report
• Financial Reports

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2026-27 Annual Budget. The regular meeting includes votes on an economic development plan, auditing services, and board appointments.

• Discussion of the 2026-27 Annual Budget
• Resolution No. EDC-2026-08 to adopt the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Authorization to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for City Attorney Services
• Agreement with BrooksWatson & Co., PLLC for auditing services
• Resolution 2026-07 appointing members to Parks and Recreation / Keep Sanger Beautiful, 4A Industrial EDC, and 4B Sanger Development Corporation boards

The Sanger City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including the July 6 meeting minutes, an economic development strategic plan, an RFQ for city attorney services, and an audit agreement. They also unanimously appointed members to the Parks and Recreation/Keep Sanger Beautiful Board, 4A Industrial Economic Development Corporation, and 4B Sanger Development Corporation. After executive session, the council unanimously approved increasing the city manager's base salary to $201,125.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, EDC strategic plan, RFQ for city attorney, audit acceptance and agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-07 appointing board members (unanimous)
• Approved city manager base salary increase to $201,125 (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss current development activity and the City's Comprehensive Plan. The session also includes discussions on economic development strategies and utility service obligations.

• Current development activity and future opportunities
• City's Comprehensive Plan updates
• Economic development, business attraction, and retention
• Certificates of Convenience and Necessity (CCNs) and utility service obligations
• Operational hours

Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

The Sanger Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a Specific Use Permit for a 9.6-acre sports field at Rangers Elite Fields Addition. The meeting also includes approval of past meeting minutes and a citizen comment period.

• Public hearing and vote on Specific Use Permit for 9.6-acre sports field at Rangers Elite Fields Addition, Blk A, Lot 1
• Consideration of minutes from June 8, 2026 meeting
• Citizen comments period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a sports field on approximately 9.602 acres (Rangers Elite Fields Addition, Blk A, Lot 1), located about 490 feet southwest of FM 455 and Union Hill Road. The permit includes a 5-year limit to reapply if operations continue. The motion passed unanimously. The consent agenda, including minutes from June 8, 2026, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved SUP for sports field on 9.602 acres (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 8, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2026-27 annual budget. The regular meeting includes consideration of property acquisition for the Belz Road Reconstruction Project and various financial reports.

• Presentation and discussion of the 2026-27 Annual Budget
• Right Of Way (ROW) Warranty Deed with the McClurans for the Belz Road Reconstruction Project
• Republic Services Waste Report for May 2026
• Status update on Atmos Energy Corporation's 2026 ATM GRIP Filing
• Financial and Disbursement reports for April and May 2026

City Council approved a consent agenda including a property acquisition for the Belz Road Reconstruction Project. Following an executive session, the Council voted to authorize the City Manager to execute a real estate contract with Centurion American.

• Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Right Of Way Warranty Deed with the McClurkan's for Belz Road Reconstruction Project (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute real estate contract with Centurion American (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Sanger City Council is considering a $511,478.50 pavement resurfacing contract and amendments to the 2025-2026 city budget during its June 15 meeting. The council will also vote on appointing municipal court judges, filling vacancies on planning and zoning boards, and selecting a representative for the Denco 911 District board. Several routine items are grouped in the consent agenda for a single vote unless a council member requests separate discussion.

• Contract with Reynolds Asphalt & Construction Co. for street resurfacing up to $511,478.50
• Ordinance 06-22-26 amending the FY 2025-2026 city budget and authorizing amended expenditures
• Resolution 2026-04 appointing a Municipal Court Judge and Alternate Judge
• Resolution 2026-06 filling seats on the Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Capital Improvements board
• Resolution 2026-05 selecting a representative for the Denco 911 District board of managers

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a street resurfacing contract and budget amendments. Additionally, the council voted to appoint Jim Carter as a representative to the Denton911 District board.

• Approved June 1, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized RFQ for Independent Audit Financial Services (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 06-22-26 amending the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget (5-0)
• Approved Reynolds Asphalt & Construction Co. street resurfacing contract up to $511,478.50 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 appointing Municipal Court Judge and Alternate Judge (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-05 appointing Jim Carter to Denton911 District board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-06 appointing members to Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning, and Capital Improvements (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Keep Sanger Beautiful Board Regular Meeting

The Board will review staff reports regarding Freedom Fest 2026, Parks and Recreation, and the Community Center Remodel. The meeting also includes consideration of minutes from February 10 and April 14, 2026.

• Update on Freedom Fest 2026
• Parks and Recreation updates
• Community Center Remodel
• Approval of February 10, 2026 minutes
• Approval of April 14, 2026 minutes

The board met to review updates on Freedom Fest 2026, Parks and Recreation, and the Community Center remodel. No substantive new actions were taken beyond approving the February 10 and April 14, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Approved February 10, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 14, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting. The commission is also considering a final plat for approximately 64.437 acres of land located on the north side of Belz Road.

• Final Plat of Elada Ph 1A (approximately 64.437 acres) near Belz Road and N Stemmons Frwy
• Approval of May 11, 2026 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Final Plat for Elada Ph 1A, covering approximately 64.437 acres of land. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting.

• Approved Final Plat of Elada Ph 1A (unanimous)
• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Notice of Quorum

The City Council notice indicates a possible quorum for a luncheon between councilmembers and department directors. No official action will be taken by the City Council during this meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for aesthetic noise wall panels along Interstate 35. Additionally, the council may act on a contract with Granicus and the Delcom Group for live-streaming and recording city meetings.

• Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) with TxDOT for aesthetic noise wall panels on Interstate 35
• Contract with Granicus and the Delcom Group for live-streaming and recording Council meetings
• Approval of May 13, 2026, and May 18, 2026, meeting minutes
• Annual presentation and overview of the Fire Department
• Presentation of the 360 Employee Engagement Survey

The City Council approved the May meeting minutes and an advance funding agreement with TxDOT for noise wall panels. However, the Council voted to deny a contract with Granicus and the Delcom Group for live-streaming and recording meetings.

• Approved May 13, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved TxDOT Advance Funding Agreement for I-35 noise wall panels (5-0)
• Denied contract with Granicus and the Delcom Group for meeting live-streaming (4-1-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a zoning ordinance amendment and several departmental agreements. The meeting includes a work session overview of Public Improvement Districts and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 05-21-26 regarding Zoning Ordinance Article 3 amendments
• Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for Interstate 35 aesthetic noise wall panels
• Purchase of water meters and related components for the Water Department
• Educational Experience Agreement between Sanger Public Library and Texas Woman's University
• Amendment to the Sanger Farmer’s Market Agreement

The Sanger City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 05-21-26 to amend the zoning code and formally define data centers, which will require a special use permit if proposed within city limits. The council also elected Marissa Newton as Mayor Pro Tem and approved several operational agreements, including state funding for Interstate 35 noise walls and water meter purchases. These actions update local land-use regulations, secure infrastructure funds, and finalize library and market partnerships.

• Approved Ordinance No. 05-21-26 amending the Zoning Ordinance (5-0)
• Elected Marissa Newton as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda items 5 through 8 unanimously (5-0)
• Approved May 4 meeting minutes separately (3-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will review election results from the May 2, 2026, General Election and Special Election. Following the canvass, the Council will issue certificates of election and administer oaths of office to newly elected officials. The meeting also includes recognition for outgoing Mayor Thomas E. Muir and Councilmember Allen Chick.

• Ordinance No. 05-19-26: Canvassing General Election results for City Council candidates
• Ordinance No. 05-20-26: Canvassing Special Election results regarding the Sanger Industrial Development Corporation sales tax and Municipal Development District creation
• Issuance of Certificates of Election, Statements of Elected Official, and Oaths of Office
• Recognition of outgoing Mayor Thomas E. Muir and Councilmember Allen Chick

The City Council approved ordinances to canvass the results of the May 2, 2026, General Election and Special Election. Following these actions, the City Secretary issued certificates of election and administered oaths of office to newly elected officials.

• Approved Ordinance No. 05-19-26 canvassing General Election results (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 05-20-26 canvassing Special Election results (4-0)
• Issued certificates of election and oaths of office to Gary Bilyeu, Margie Tisdale, and Mark Bulger

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing and consider action on a variance request. The request seeks to allow crushed concrete instead of the required paved concrete or asphalt parking at 180 E Chapman Dr.

• Public hearing and variance request for off-street parking at 180 E Chapman Dr.
• Approval of Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting minutes from 03-09-2026