Coahoma public meetings in 2024

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a mural project RFQ, park improvement specifications and RFP, and the CEDC financial report. The board will also approve or disapprove previous minutes and current bills, and consider new properties, projects, or businesses. The agenda includes a possible executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, security, or economic development matters.

• Mural Project RFQ
• Park Improvement Specs & RFP
• CEDC Financial Report
• Approve/Disapprove Current Bills
• New Properties/Projects/Businesses

City Council

The City Council will discuss, consider, and vote on a resolution to enter into Public Property Finance Act Contract No. 10856 with Government Capital Corporation. The contract would finance a water‑meter project, purchasing meters from Ferguson Waterworks for $563,448.49, with annual payments of $108,842.07 over seven years. The resolution would also authorize the mayor or designee to sign related documents.

• Resolution to enter Public Property Finance Act Contract No. 10856 to fund water meter purchase ($563,448.49) from Ferguson Waterworks, with $108,842.07 annual payments for seven years

The Coahoma City Council approved resolution #140 to finance $563,448.49. The agreement includes an annual payment of $108,842.07 over a seven-year term and authorizes the Mayor to execute necessary documents.

• Approved resolution #140 for $563,448.49 financing (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign project documents (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 pm (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp will hold its regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including mural project bids, park improvement specifications, a financial report, and new properties or projects. The board may also enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters.

• Discuss and consider Mural Project RFQ Bids
• Discuss and consider Park Improvement Specs & RFP
• Discuss and consider CEDC Financial Report
• Approve/disapprove current bills
• Discuss and consider new properties/projects/businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved a $10,000 bid from Renee Kyoko Martinez for the Bulldog Mural Project and named three board members to oversee the work. Other mural bids were not approved because they were outside the approved budget. The board also approved October minutes, heard a park improvement update requiring no action, reviewed the treasurer's report without action, and received information on an Emergency Service District petition with no action requested.

• Approved October meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Renee Kyoko Martinez bid for Bulldog Mural at $10,000 (5-0)
• Did not approve additional mural bids as outside approved budget
• Approved Kandi Campbell, Kelly Seales, and Vanessa King-Behrends to oversee Bulldog Mural progress (5-0)
• No action on park improvements; City Manager to coordinate with Sage on bid package
• No action on treasurer's report
• No action requested on Emergency Service District petition presentation
• Adjourned (motion passed)

City Council

The Coahoma Development Corp Board will review bids for a mural project and consider specifications and a request for proposals for park improvements. It will also examine the CEDC financial report, vote on current bills, and discuss new properties, projects, or businesses. The meeting may include an executive session for confidential matters.

• Mural Project RFQ bids
• Park Improvement specifications and RFP
• CEDC financial report
• Approval or disapproval of current bills
• Discussion of new properties, projects, and businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved a $10,000 bid for the Bulldog Mural, with three members volunteering to oversee the work. Other mural bids were rejected as over budget. The board also approved the October minutes and heard a presentation on an Emergency Service District petition, but took no action on it.

• Approved October meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Bulldog Mural bid from Renee Kyoko Martinez (5-0)
• Rejected other mural bids as over budget
• Approved volunteers to oversee Bulldog Mural progress (5-0)

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will discuss and consider a series of items, including a water project for S. Snyder Field Road and I‑20, a new sports complex, and an Atmos Energy rate change resolution. Additional topics include employee retention benefits, an emergency service district, a safety assessment, a noise ordinance, property abatement, and various infrastructure matters such as sewer, water, streets, and parks. The meeting also covers future agenda items, current bills, and an employee forum with possible executive session.

• Water for S. Snyder Field Road and I‑20 (Benjamin Deaver)
• Sports Complex (Kalin Whitehead)
• Atmos Energy Rate Change Resolution
• Noise Ordinance
• Emergency Service District

The Coahoma City Council approved the Atmos resolution ordinance and a long-term employee retention benefit resolution, both by 5-0 votes. They also approved previous minutes and current bills. Discussions were held on water service for a development on Snyder Field Road, an indoor baseball/softball complex in Saunders addition, RV connections at the field, volunteer fire department/emergency services district, safe assessment, and property abatement, but no formal action was taken on these items.

• Approved previous minutes (5-0)
• Approved Atmos resolution ordinance (5-0)
• Approved long-term employee retention benefit resolution (5-0)
• Approved current bills (5-0)

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will meet to discuss animal control issues, potential budget amendments, and the community center. The agenda also includes a public comment period and executive sessions for personnel matters.

• Public comment on any topic
• Animal control/dog problem ordinance
• Budget amendments
• Community center discussion
• Executive session for employment applications

The Coahoma City Council approved the purchase of a mosquito sprayer for $16,854, a resolution on employee sick pay, budget amendments, and current bills. The noise ordinance was tabled, and several items were discussed but not voted on, including animal ordinance problems, abatement properties, and a water contract with TxDot.

• Approved previous minutes (4-0)
• Approved mosquito sprayer purchase for $16,854.00 (4-0)
• Approved resolution on employee sick pay (4-0)
• Approved budget amendments (5-0)
• Approved current bills (5-0)
• Tabled noise ordinance
• Adjourned at 8:00 p.m. (5-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including a mural project request for qualifications, park improvement specifications, a financial report, and new properties or projects. The board may also enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters.

• Discuss and consider Mural Project RFQ
• Discuss and consider Park Improvement Specs & RFP
• Discuss and consider CEDC Financial Report
• Approve/disapprove current bills
• Discuss and consider new properties/projects/businesses

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 ad valorem tax rate, discuss orders regarding substandard structures, and consider various infrastructure and community projects.

• Public hearing on 2024 Ad valorem tax rate of 0.310893
• Order regarding substandard structure at 300 S. 2 St
• Order regarding substandard structure at 400 S. 1%t St
• Consideration of water meter quotes
• Discussion on Community Center and Splash Pad

The Coahoma City Council approved the purchase and financing of water meters from Ferguson for $563,448.49, with annual payments of $100,842.07 over 7 years at 5.558% interest. They also approved the 2024 ad valorem tax rate of one cent per $100 (0.310893), the CDC RFQ, and the replacement of the City Hall roof using remaining ARPA funds. Several items were discussed but deferred, including property improvements at 300 S. 2nd and 400 S. 1st, which will be revisited in October.

• Approved 2024 ad valorem tax rate of one cent per $100 (0.310893) (5-0)
• Approved CDC RFQ (5-0)
• Approved purchase and finance of water meters from Ferguson, $563,448.49, 7-year payout at 5.558% interest (5-0)
• Approved replacement of City Hall roof, with remaining ARPA funds applied and mayor authorized to choose after 3 bids (5-0)
• Approved current bills (5-0)
• Approved raising mowing rate to $18.00 per hour (5-0)
• Approved minutes (4-0 after amendment removing Sarah Willborn)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to swear in a new board member, discuss a mural project, park improvements, and review the 2024 budget. The meeting will also consider financial reports and new properties or projects.

• Installation of new board member C.O'Daniel
• Discussion of mural project specs and RFQ
• Discussion of park improvement specs and RFP
• Consideration of 2024 budget
• Review of CEDC financial report

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will discuss the 2024 ad valorem tax rate, review bids for community center and cemetery projects, and consider remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds of $42,217.87.

• Discuss 2024 Adval Tax Rate
• Review Community Center bathroom bids
• Review Cemetery wall bids
• Review Water meter quotes
• Consider Remaining ARPA Grant funds of $42,217.87

The Coahoma City Council approved a one cent per $100.00 tax increase (new rate $0.310893) and scheduled a public hearing for September 17, 2024. They also approved the Atmos energy rate review ordinance, a bid for Community Center restroom renovations, and several other items. The mowing raise was tabled until the September 17 meeting.

• Approved 2024 ad valorem tax increase of one cent per $100.00 (3-0), public hearing set for Sept 17
• Approved Atmos energy rate review Ordinance #169 (3-0)
• Accepted Triple Play Construction bid of $13,900 to redo Community Center restrooms (3-0)
• Approved Chance O'Daniel to replace Kelly Crouse on CDC (3-0)
• Approved community center contract changes: no inflatables/water balloons, $50 cleaning fee from $250 deposit (3-0)
• Approved peddler's permit as is (3-0)
• Approved right-of-way sewer easement (3-0)
• Approved $18/hour wage for new applicants with possible increase for heavy equipment/water license (3-0)

City Council

The Coahoma Development Corp will meet to discuss a new sign for L3 Customs, specifications for a mural and park improvement projects, and potential new board members. The meeting may include an executive session.

• Discuss new sign for L3 Customs
• Discuss mural project specs for RFP
• Discuss park improvement specs for RFP
• Discuss board member resignation
• Discuss new potential board members

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved up to $1,000 to help L3 Taxidermy purchase a sign for its new business at the former OC Feed store location. The board also accepted a resignation, discussed mural project specifications, and began preparing a bid package for park pavilion improvements. No financial report or outstanding bills were presented.

• Approved up to $1,000 for L3 Taxidermy sign purchase (4-0)
• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Kelli Crouse's board resignation (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:11 pm (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including a new sign for L3 Customs, specifications for a mural project and park improvements to be put out for RFP, a board member resignation, and new potential board members. They will also review the CEDC financial report and approve current bills. The meeting may go into executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters.

• New sign for L3 Customs
• Mural project specs for RFP
• Park improvement specs for RFP
• Board member resignation (KC)
• CEDC financial report

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved a grant of up to $1,000 for a new business sign for L3 Taxidermy. The board also accepted a member's resignation and discussed upcoming mural and park improvement projects.

• Approved up to $1,000 for L3 Taxidermy sign purchase (4-0)
• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Kelli Crouse (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amending the definition of home occupations in the city's zoning laws. Members will also discuss the allocation of $42,217.87 in remaining ARPA grant funds and review bids for Community Center bathrooms.

• Amending the zoning ordinance definition of 'Home Occupations'
• Remaining ARPA Grant funds of $42,217.87
• Bids for Community Center bathrooms
• Request for duplex at 305 College by Eddie Gonzales
• Tim Taylor RV at 605 Culp

The Coahoma City Council approved Zoning Ordinance #168 amendment and a 3-month RV permit for Tim Taylor at 605 Culp. They also approved a ballfield spraying estimate, AARPA fund allocations, bank signature card updates, and a sewer camera purchase. Several items were tabled, including discussion on Eddie Gonzales and Community Center bathroom bids.

• Approved Zoning Ordinance #168 amendment (5-0)
• Approved 3-month RV permit for Tim Taylor at 605 Culp (5-0)
• Approved ballfield spraying estimate (5-0)
• Approved AARPA funds allocation: up to $25,000 for Community Center bathroom labor/material, $10,000 for sewer camera, $4,500 for office computers, remainder to city yard (5-0)
• Approved bank signature card update to include Mayor Jay Holt, Tammy Griffith, Lisa Duggan; remove Warren Wallace (5-0)
• Approved sewer camera purchase (5-0)
• Approved current bills (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on Eddie Gonzales at 305 College until he attends

City Council

The Coahoma Development Corp will hold public hearings regarding two 4-B projects. These include a mural project for the downtown area and improvements to Coahoma City Park and the Splash Pad. The board will also discuss a Placer AI data subscription.

• Mural Project: up to $30,000.00 for repainting existing murals and a new large mural
• Coahoma City Park and Splash Pad improvements: up to $150,000.00 for construction and maintenance
• Discussion of Placer AI Data Subscription

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved funding for downtown mural repainting and city park maintenance. The board also authorized reimbursements for splash pad corrections and declined a data subscription service.

• Approved 1 Street Mural Project funding up to $30,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved Coahoma City Park and Splash Pad improvements funding up to $150,000.00 (4-0)
• Authorized CDC President Kelly Seales to execute performance agreements for mural and park projects (4-0)
• Denied proposal for Placer.ai data subscription
• Approved payment of Big Spring Herald bills for $94.50 and $177.25 (4-0)
• Approved reimbursement to Lori Martinez for $140.05 and $400.00 (4-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp board will hold two public hearings and consider approving up to $180,000 in 4-B funded projects: a mural project for the downtown area and improvements to the city park and splash pad. The board will also discuss a Placer AI data subscription and other routine business.

• Public hearing and approval vote for 1st Street Mural Project, up to $30,000, to repaint two existing murals and paint a new mural on a city-owned building
• Public hearing and approval vote for Coahoma City Park and Splash Pad improvements, up to $150,000, including picnic table pads, awnings, a new pavilion, and maintenance
• Discussion of Placer AI data subscription
• Approval of current bills
• Discussion of new properties, projects, and businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved two 4-B projects: up to $30,000 for downtown mural improvements and up to $150,000 for Coahoma City Park and Splash Pad improvements. Both motions passed 4-0, and the board authorized President Kelly Seales to execute performance agreements. The board also approved paying outstanding bills and reimbursing Lori Martinez for advance payments, but declined a costly AI data subscription from Placer.ai.

• Approved $30,000 mural project for downtown repainting and new mural (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 for City Park and Splash Pad improvements (4-0)
• Authorized President Kelly Seales to execute performance agreements for both projects
• Approved paying Big Spring Herald bills of $94.50 and $177.25 (4-0)
• Approved reimbursing Lori Martinez $140.05 and $400.00 for advance payments (4-0)
• Declined Placer.ai data subscription as unnecessary at this time

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will consider applications for water system improvements and the use of ARPA grant funds. The agenda also includes discussions regarding RV placements, zoning for carports, and potential employee raises.

• Resolution for Texas Water Development Board financial assistance
• Remaining ARPA Grant funds of $42,217.87
• RV placement requests at 603 Culp and 605 Culp
• Boutique trailer request next to Sealed in Sweetness
• Purchase of a sewer camera

The Coahoma City Council approved a 4% raise for all employees, retroactive to April 1, and authorized the purchase of a sewer camera for up to $10,000 using ARPA grant funds. The council also approved a bid for property abatement work and adopted a resolution to apply for financial assistance for water system improvements. Several items, including carports and specific personnel presentations, were tabled due to absence or lack of discussion.

• Approved previous minutes (3-0)
• Approved adoption of Texas Dev. Board resolution for water system financial assistance (3-0)
• Approved purchase of sewer camera from ARPA Grant, not to exceed $10,000 (3-0)
• Approved current budget amendments (3-0)
• Approved bid to Baird Company for property abatement cleanup at $1,800 (3-0)
• Approved payment of current bills (3-0)
• Approved 4% raise for all employees, retroactive to April 1 (3-0)
• Adjourned to executive session (3-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several community projects and agreements. Items include requests for proposals for a murals project and Phase II of a splash pad, plus a tax abatement agreement for a clinic property. The board will also approve prior minutes and current bills, and may enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters.

• RFP for Coahoma Murals Project
• RFP for Splash Pad Project Phase II
• Abatement agreement for clinic property
• Approval of current bills
• Possible executive session under Texas Government Code

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved publishing notices of intent to fund up to $30,000 for downtown murals and up to $150,000 for Splash Pad Phase II, with public hearings set for July 9, 2024. The board also extended the rent abatement for Anywhere Mobile Clinic through November 2024 and approved paying $5,345 in bills. All votes were unanimous except the abatement, which passed 5-0 with one abstention.

• Approved notice of intent to fund up to $30,000 for Coahoma downtown murals (6-0)
• Approved notice of intent to fund up to $150,000 for Splash Pad Phase II (6-0)
• Extended Anywhere Mobile Clinic rent abatement through November 2024 (5-0, one abstention)
• Approved $495 in attorney fees and $4,850 to Splashpad USA (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 9, 2024 (6-0)

City Council

The Coahoma Development Corp will meet on June 11, 2024, to consider several development items. The agenda includes requests for proposals for a murals project and a splash pad phase II project. The board will also discuss an abatement agreement for clinic property.

• RFP for Coahoma Murals Project
• RFP for Splash Pad Project Phase II
• Abatement Agreement for Clinic Property
• Approval of current bills

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved public hearing notices for up to $30,000 for downtown murals and $150,000 for splash pad improvements. The board also extended a rent abatement for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic through November 2024 and approved payments for legal and maintenance services.

• Approved April 9, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $30,000 funding notice for downtown murals (6-0)
• Approved $150,000 funding notice for splash pad improvements (6-0)
• Extended Anywhere Mobile Clinic rent abatement through Nov 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $495 payment for legal services (6-0)
• Approved $4,850 payment for splash pad maintenance (6-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp board will meet to discuss and possibly act on requests for proposals for the Coahoma Murals Project and the Splashpad Project Phase II, along with routine items like approving minutes and bills. The board may also enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters.

• Discuss and consider RFP for Coahoma Murals Project
• Discuss and consider RFP for Splashpad Project Phase II
• Approve/disapprove current bills
• Discuss and consider new properties/projects/businesses
• Possible executive session

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will discuss and potentially act on enforcement orders for three residential addresses cited as substandard structures or public nuisances. Members will also review proposed amendments to Ordinance #143, which would assign maintenance and repair responsibilities for water and sewer connections. Additionally, the council will consider how to allocate $42,217.87 in remaining ARPA grant funds and vote on municipal equipment purchases.

• Orders regarding substandard structures at 402 S. 1st (owner: Mitch White), 213 N. Main (owner: Lana Cox, Deceased), and 302 S. 2nd (owners: Jairo Holguin, Ernie Turner)
• Ordinance #143 amendments for water and sewer connection maintenance responsibility
• Discussion on allocating remaining ARPA grant funds of $42,217.87
• Zoning discussion regarding carports
• Bids and purchases for a new truck, welding machine, and sewer camera

The City Council approved the purchase of a 2024 GMC Sierra truck and passed Ordinance #143 regarding line maintenance and repairs. The council also authorized property abatements and renewed a deposit contract with Western Bank.

• Approved purchase of 2024 GMC Sierra double cab truck for $54,981.71, not to exceed $57,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance #143 regarding responsibility of line maintenance and repairs (4-0)
• Approved abatement of 402 S. 1% and 213 N. Main (4-0)
• Approved 90-day extension for abatement (4-0)
• Approved renewal of deposit contract with Western Bank (4-0)
• Approved current bills (4-0)
• Approved previous minutes (4-0)
• Tabled monthly trade days, cemetery mowing, sewer cameras, and ARPA funds

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing for the 2024/2025 budget and consider an ordinance to adopt it. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a sewer line contract, property fencing requests, and cemetery mowing bids.

• Public Hearing on 2024/2025 Budget
• Ordinance adopting the annual budget for April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025
• Brian Johnson request to fence property at N. SVC Rd and Comanche
• Contract for sewer line bore under the railroad
• Cemetery mowing bid

The City Council approved the 2024/2025 budget and a railroad bore contract. The council also authorized property abatements and a specific easement fence. Several items, including truck purchases and cemetery mowing, were tabled until May.

• Approved 2024/2025 budget (3-0)
• Approved railroad bore contract with city cost of $7,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved abatement of 213 N. Main, 402 S. 1°, and 302 S. 2" (3-0)
• Approved Brian Johnson to fence city easement at N. Svc Rd and Comanche with conditions (3-0)
• Approved current bills (3-0)
• Removed Warren Wallace from the CD (3-0)
• Tabled deposit and interest rates until May meeting
• Tabled truck purchase, cemetery mowing, and pavilion usage until May meeting

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp will meet to discuss the second phase and opening ceremony of the Splashpad. The board will also review bids for picnic table pads and consider potential new properties or businesses.

• Splashpad Phase II discussion
• Splashpad opening ceremony discussion
• Review and award bids for picnic table pads
• Coahoma Murals Project discussion
• Discussion of possible new properties, projects, or businesses

The EDC approved a motion allowing Coahoma Pride to pay for adding a missing name to the Splashpad dedication stone before the May 4 opening, with the EDC to research the donation date and refund costs if it was received before the cutoff. The board tabled picnic table bids until August due to budget restraints, and approved posting a public notice for the mural project. Two bills totaling $1,960.89 were approved for payment.

• Approved motion for Coahoma Pride to pay for name addition to dedication stone, with potential EDC refund if donation was timely (6-0)
• Tabled picnic table bids until August under Splashpad Phase III due to budget restraints
• Approved posting public notice for Coahoma Mural Project (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills: $1,615.89 to Texas Stone Quarries and $345.00 to Attorney Linda Sjogren (6-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The board will consider Splashpad Phase II and its opening ceremony. They will also review bids for picnic table pads and discuss the Coahoma Murals Project.

• Discussion of Splashpad Phase II
• Review and award bids for Picnic Table Pads
• Coahoma Murals Project discussion
• Consideration of possible new properties, projects, or businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved a plan for Coahoma Pride to initially pay for adding a missing name to the Splashpad dedication stone, with potential reimbursement from the EDC depending on donation timing. The board also approved posting a public notice for the Coahoma Mural Project and authorized payment of two outstanding invoices totaling $1,960.89. Bids for picnic tables and awnings were deferred to August due to budget constraints.

• Approved previous minutes (6-0)
• Approved plan for Coahoma Pride to pay stone name addition costs, with possible EDC refund (6-0)
• Deferred picnic table and awning bids to August due to budget restraints
• Approved posting public notice for Coahoma Mural Project (6-0)
• Approved payment of invoices for Texas Stone Quarries ($1,615.89) and Attorney Linda Sjogren ($345.00) (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several municipal items including sewer line work, a potential budget amendment, and the purchase of a new truck. The agenda also includes discussions regarding new housing additions, property fencing requests, and various utility and maintenance updates.

• Jacoby Hopper New Housing Addition and Water lines
• Contract for sewer line bore under the railroad and possible budget amendment
• Resolution #136 repealing the 1953 Resolution on street and alley encroachments
• Purchase of a new truck, possibly using ARPA funds
• Brian Johnson request to fence property including City right of way on N. SVC Rd and Comanche

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the municipal budget for fiscal year 2024-2025, along with several other items including property fence requests, contracts, and resolutions. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes approval and public comment.

• Public hearing and ordinance #167 to adopt FY 2024-2025 budget
• Brian Johnson request to fence on property including city right-of-way on N. SVC Rd and Comanche
• Contract with Anywhere Mobile for CDC updates
• Contract for sewer line bore under railroad, possible budget amendment
• Resolution #136 repealing 1953 resolution on encroachments into city streets and alleys

City Council

The Coahoma Development Corp will discuss the operations and dedication of a splash pad and the Coahoma Murals Project. The board will also consider a lease for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic.

• Splash Pad Operations & Dedication
• Coahoma Murals Project
• Anywhere Mobile Clinic Lease
• Approval of current bills
• Discussion of new properties, projects, or businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved an addendum to abate rental payments for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic for six months, from December 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024. The board voted 5-0 to approve the abatement, with one member abstaining, and agreed that these waived payments will not be recovered. The board also set May 4, 2024, as the opening date for the Splash Pad and scheduled future discussions to lower the clinic's monthly payments to $1,000.

• Approved previous minutes (6-0)
• Approved lease abatement addendum for Anywhere Mobile Clinic (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Set Splash Pad opening and dedication for May 4, 2024
• Scheduled June discussion to lower clinic payments to $1,000
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp will hold its regular meeting on March 12, 2024, at Coahoma City Hall. The board will discuss and consider several items, including splash pad operations and dedication, the Coahoma Murals Project, and a lease for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic. They will also approve or disapprove previous minutes and current bills, and discuss new properties, projects, and businesses. The board may enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, security, or economic development matters.

• Discuss and consider Splash Pad Operations & Dedication
• Discuss and consider Coahoma Murals Project
• Discuss and consider Anywhere Mobile Clinic Lease
• Approve/disapprove current bills
• Discuss and consider new properties/projects/businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corporation approved an addendum abating rental payments for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic for six months, from December 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024, with payments resuming June 1, 2024. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed plans for the Splash Pad opening and dedication on May 4, 2024, including seeking bids for picnic table pads and awnings. No bills or new business were presented, and no executive session was held.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved addendum abating Anywhere Mobile Clinic rent for 6 months, Dec 1, 2023–May 31, 2024, with no recovery of abated payments (5-0, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will meet on March 8, 2024, to discuss several municipal items. The agenda includes a workshop for the 2024 budget and the potential cancellation of an election.

• Cancellation of Election
• Office Building (Tish Perry)
• Animal Feces in City Dumpsters
• Purchase of new Truck
• 2024 Budget workshop

The Coahoma City Council met on March 8, 2024 with Mayor Jay Holt and members Chris Mulkey, Sarah Willborn, David Alaman and Eric Barber present. The council approved a motion to cancel the 2024 election, carried 4-0. The council also discussed Tish Perry's office building, city dumpsters, the purchase of a new truck, and the 2024 budget, but the minutes record no decisions on those items. The meeting then adjourned by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved motion to cancel 2024 election (4-0)
• Adjourned (4-0)

City Council

The Coahoma City Council will hold its regular meeting to discuss and consider several items, including a proposed construction contract for water/sewer improvements, the 2022/2023 audit, and various ordinances. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and current bills, as well as potential executive sessions.

• Consider awarding construction contract to West Texas Rock Resources for $33,725 for TDA CDBG #7220099 Water/Sewer Improvements Grant
• Discuss and consider 2022/2023 audit
• Discuss and consider Water Conservation Plan and Ordinance
• Discuss and consider Drought Contingency Plan and Ordinance
• Discuss and consider final acceptance and release of retainage for TXCDBG #7220099 Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements

The City Council approved two water-related ordinances and awarded a construction contract for water and sewer improvements. The council also approved the 2022 audit and ordered the 2024 election.

• Approved 2022 audit (5-0)
• Approved release of retainage funds for TXCDGB #7220099 Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project (5-0)
• Awarded $33,725.00 construction contract to West Texas Rock Resources for TDA CDBG #7220099 Water/Sewer Improvement Grant (5-0)
• Ordered 2024 Election (5-0)
• Approved Water Conservation Plan Ordinance #166 (5-0)
• Approved Drought Contingency Plan Ordinance #165 (5-0)
• Approved current bills (5-0)

City Council

The Board of Directors will discuss several community projects and business opportunities. Items on the agenda include Phase II of the Splash Pad Project and the Coahoma Murals Project.

• Splash Pad Project Phase II
• Coahoma Murals Project
• Anywhere Mobile Clinic Lease
• New properties, projects, or businesses

The board approved a proposal to temporarily abate rent for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic for six months, pending City Council approval. The board also approved a partial payment for the Splash Pad closing.

• Approved January meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 6-month rent abatement for Anywhere Mobile Clinic retroactive to Dec 1, 2023, subject to City Council approval (4-0)
• Approved $2,425 payment for Splash Pad closing (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corp will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several community projects, including the Splash Pad Project Phase II, the Coahoma Murals Project, and a lease for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic. The board will also approve previous minutes and current bills, and may enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters.

• Discuss and consider Splash Pad Project Phase II
• Discuss and consider Coahoma Murals Project
• Discuss and consider Anywhere Mobile Clinic Lease
• Approve/disapprove current bills
• Discuss and consider new properties/projects/businesses

The Coahoma Economic Development Corp. approved minutes from January and voted 4-0 to temporarily abate rent for the Anywhere Mobile Clinic for six months, retroactive to December 1, 2023, subject to City Council approval. The board also approved a $2,425 payment or reimbursement toward a $4,850 Splash Pad closing bill to be split with the City, and discussed a potential May 4 opening date for Splash Pad Phase II. No new property or business prospects were presented, and no executive session was held.

• Approved January minutes as written (4-0)
• Approved temporary rent abatement for Anywhere Mobile Clinic for 6 months, retroactive to December 1, 2023, pending City Council approval (4-0)
• Approved $2,425 payment/reimbursement for Splash Pad closing bill, total $4,850 split with City (4-0)
• Adjourned at 8:03 pm (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including the potential sale of the water and wastewater plant and applications for financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board. The meeting also includes discussions on drought contingency plans, budget amendments, and various city services.

• Potential sale of the Water and Waste Water Plant
• Resolution authorizing application for Texas Water Development Board financial assistance
• Awarding contracts for bond counsel, engineering, and financial advisory services
• Resolution #135 regarding Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC participation and six cents per capita payment
• Discussion of Joel Ontiveros extension for 421 S. 1st

The Coahoma City Council met on January 18, 2024 with Mayor Jay Holt and four members present. The council granted Joel Ontiveros a 4-month extension to finish demolition and cleanup at 421 S. 1st, after which the city would carry out abatement. The council approved Resolution #135 authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee and a six cents per capita payment for proceedings related to Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC, and approved bond counsel, financial advisor, and engineer contracts. The council also ordered abatement of 400 and 402 S. 1st, approved a TWDB application for water system improvements, approved budget amendments and current bills, and tabled the drought contingency plan until February; a proposed sale of the water and wastewater plant was discussed but the council was not in favor.

• Approved previous minutes (4-0)
• Granted 4-month extension for demolition/cleanup at 421 S. 1st; city abatement if not finished (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #135 authorizing continued Steering Committee participation and six cents per capita for Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC proceedings (4-0)
• Awarded Bond Counsel contract to McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P. (Rudy Segura), Financial Advisor to Hilltop Securities Inc. (Erick Macha), Engineer to EHT (Keith Kindle) (4-0)
• Accepted Scott Emerson as City of Big Spring 911 nominee (4-0)
• Approved TWDB application for assistance for Water System improvements (4-0)
• Ordered abatement of 400 and 402 S. 1st (4-0)
• Approved budget amendments and current bills (4-0 each); tabled drought contingency plan to February; water/wastewater plant sale discussed, council not in favor

City Council

The Coahoma Development Corp will meet to review current bills and previous minutes. The board will discuss the Splashpad Phase II project and potential new properties, projects, or businesses.

• Splashpad Phase II Project
• Possible new properties, projects, and businesses
• Approval of current bills

The board approved payment of three bills, including a final installment for the splash pad. No new actions were approved for Splashpad Phase II, and the board decided to revisit mural plans in February.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $37,770.00 payment to Splash Pad USA (6-0)
• Approved $863.13 payment for Coahoma Christmas Party (6-0)
• Approved $150.00 membership renewal payment to TEDC (6-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Coahoma Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to review minutes and bills, discuss the Splashpad Phase II project, and consider potential new properties, projects, or businesses. The board may adjourn into executive session for legal or personnel matters.

The board approved payment of three invoices totaling $38,783.13. No new actions were approved for Splashpad Phase II, and the board decided to revisit mural plans in February.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $37,770.00 payment to Splash Pad USA (6-0)
• Approved $863.13 payment for Coahoma Christmas Party (6-0)
• Approved $150.00 membership renewal payment to TEDC (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider awarding a construction contract for water and sewer improvements. This project is part of the TDA CDBG #7220099 grant.

• Proposed $33,725.00 construction contract for West Texas Rock Resources

The City Council approved a construction contract for water and sewer improvements funded by a TDA CDBG grant. No other substantive actions were recorded during the session.

• Awarded $33,725.00 construction contract to West Texas Rock Resources for TDA CDBG #7220099 Water/Sewer Improvements Grant (4-0)