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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mineola City Council to hold public hearing on 2026 tax rate
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 tax rate and consider approving the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The body will also discuss water and sewer rates and several board appointments.
- Public hearing on the 2026 Tax Rate
- Proposed budget for fiscal year Oct 1, 2026 – Sept 30, 2027
- Ordinance amending Section 44, Water, Sewer and Master Meter Rates
- Interlocal Agreement with East Texas Council of Governments for $3,089.80
- Letter of Engagement for BrooksWatson & Co. for FY 2026 audit services
budgettaxesutilitiesappointmentspublic-safety
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MEETING OF THE MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL
5:30 P.M., Monday, September 28, 2026
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
AGENDA
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
____
Mitchell Tuck
____
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
____
Greg Souser
____
Jimmy Alexander
____
Jack Newman
____
Cassandra Sampson
____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of the
public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items. The
Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research, resolution or
referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Presentations and Proclamations
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and self-explanatory by the Council and will be enacted
with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items un …
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00
Historical Museum Advisory Board
✓ Decided: Historical Museum Advisory Board approves $38,000 foundation request
The Board approved a $38,000 request to the Meredith foundation and set dates for a 2027 Chick-fil-A fundraiser. The Museum will close for two weeks in late October for entrance painting.
- Approved $38,000 request to the Meredith foundation
- Set Chick-fil-A fundraiser dates for April and September 2027
- Approved August 2026 minutes as corrected
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CITY OF MINEOLA
HISTORICAL MUSEUM ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
CITY HALL COMPLEX — 300 GREENVILLE HWY
MINEOLA, TEXAS 75773
Present: Novada Bigham, Ellen Brooke, Audrey Turman, Christine Creswell, Pat Quattlebaum,
Elaine Tuck, Harriett Bradley
Staff: Doris Newman
Sharon Chamblee, Project Chair
Chairman Novada Bigham called the meeting to order.
Minutes: One correction was made to the minutes: “...his wife had a photo on display...” was
corrected to “...his mother had a photo on display” (A.2). Audrey Turman made a
motion to approve the August, 2026, minutes as corrected. Harriett Bradley seconded,
and the minutes were approved.
Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, Staff Briefings, Announcements:
A. Day-to-Day Operations Monthly Report: Sharon Chamblee
1.
2.
3.
No
The Museum received 43 visitors during the last month, some as far away as
California, Montana, and Colorado.
On April 16, 2027, 15 to 20 people from Livingston, Texas, are scheduled to visit the
Museum. They will be staying with an RV group at the Mineola Civic Center.
The lamp post globes came in, but one was broken. Sharon contacted the company to
replace it.
Pictures of Gateway Bowl and the bowling pin marquee were given to the Board
members. The bowling pin is currently being cleaned and rewired to light.
Tom Scott, the painter who is scheduled to paint the Museum entrance, will be doing
the work the last two weeks of October, at which time the Museum will be closed f …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mineola City Council to hold public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 budget
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The council will also consider setting September 21, 2026, as the date to adopt the budget.
- Public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 fiscal year budget
- Proposed tax rate of $0.522357 per $100 value
- Presentation by Republic Services regarding a $5,000.00 grant for Mineola Nature Preserve Events and Programs
- Discussion to set the budget adoption date for September 21, 2026
budgettaxespublic-hearinggrants
✓ Decided: Council sets September 28, 2026, as the date to adopt the 2026-2027 budget
The City Council held a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which saw no public comment. Following the hearing, the Council voted to schedule the official budget adoption for September 28, 2026. Additionally, Republic Services presented a $5,000 grant to the Mineola Nature Preserve.
- Accepted $5,000 grant from Republic Services for Nature Preserve programs
- Held public hearing on 2026-2027 fiscal year budget
- Approved September 28, 2026, as the date to adopt the 2026-2027 budget (unanimous)
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL
5:30 P.M., Monday, September 14, 2026
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
AGENDA
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
____
Mitchell Tuck
____
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
____
Greg Souser
____
Jimmy Alexander
____
Jack Newman
____
Cassandra Sampson
____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of the
public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items. The
Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research, resolution or
referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Presentations and Proclamations
1. Gene Keenon with Republic Services to present Mineola Nature Preserve Events and Programs
with a grant of $5,000.00.
Discussion on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
2. Hold a …
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MINEOLA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
5:
30 P.
M.,
Monday, September 14, 2026,
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
Call to order and confirmation
of quorum
P
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
P
Terry Eaton, Mayor
Pro Tem
P
Jimmy Alexander
A
Cassandra Sampson
P
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
P
Mitchell Tuck
P
Greg Souser
P
Jack Newman
P
Cindy Karch, City Manager
A
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Staff Present: David Madsen, Kyle McCoy, Jennifer
Henson, and Chief Bittner.
Citizens Present: Chelsi Jennings, Wood County Monitor; AJ Jumper, and Shelly Jumper.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance: Invocation was led by Councilmember
Eaton and pledges led by Mayor
Lankford.
Citizen Comment: N/
A
Presentations
and Proclamations
1. Gene Keenon with Republic Services
to present Mineola
Nature
Preserve Events and Programs with a
grant of $5,
000.
00.
Gene Keenon with Republic Services presented a grant of $ 5,
000.
00
to Jennifer
Henson, Marketing and
Tourism Director for the Mineola
Nature Preserve Events
and Programs.
Discussion
on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
2. Hold
a public hearing on the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning October
1, 2026, and ending
September 30, 2027.
Mayor
Lankford
opened the public hearing at 5:
34 pm and with
no public comment
the public hearing
was
closed
at 5:
35 pm.
3. Discuss and consider
action to set the date to adopt the 2026-
2027 Budget on September 21, 2026.
Councilmember
Eaton made a motion to approve September 28, 2026, to …
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 16:30
Landmark Commission
✓ Decided: Mineola Landmark Commission denies electronic sign for First Baptist Church
The Commission denied a request for an electronic sign at the First Baptist Church, citing Historic Preservation Overlay District regulations. Conversely, the Commission approved certificates of appropriateness for new signage at Kitchens Hardware & Deli and paint color changes for two properties. Members also authorized up to $300 for replacement Halloween decorations at Iron Horse Square.
- Denied electronic sign request for First Baptist Church (unanimous)
- Approved new signs for Kitchens Hardware & Deli (unanimous)
- Approved storefront paint change for House of Baybray (unanimous)
- Approved paint color change for 123 W. Broad (unanimous)
- Approved $300 for replacement Halloween decorations (unanimous)
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MINEOLA LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COMPLEX
300 GREENVILLE HWY., MINEOLA, TX 75773
PRESENT: Jim Phillips, Martha Holmes, Cheryl Wood, Steve Brooke, Sue Jones, Mary Hudson,
and Doris Newman
ABSENT: John Sheeran (notice given), Joyce Williams (notice given)
Meeting called to order at 4:38 p.m.
MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting held on Ausgust 13, 2026 were approved with no
corrections.
ACTION ITEMS, PUBLIC HEARING, PRESENTATION AND STAFF BREIFING:
1. Hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness from Peter McCann of First Baptist church at 204
N. Johnson to Change Reader Board to Electronic Sign – Jim Phillips opened the hearing at
4:40 p.m. Several members representing the church were in attendance as well as two
representatives from Leon’s Signs. Doris Newman provided copies of the application (See
Attachment). Kendal Banks, Interim Executive Pastor, explained that the church often has
10-12 announcements and the current sign does not allow for that many. He stated how
many students the church serves in different programs. A representative from Leon’s Signs
presented handouts (See Attachments) and described the sign as being a digital sign with
pixels on a screen operating like a slide show. It would be connected to the internet and
could be changed by using a computer. He continued to say that it could send Amber and
Silver Alerts. He stated that the existing cabinet is in poor condition, so a replacem …
Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 18:00
General
Mineola City Council to consider Constitution Week proclamation and meeting minutes
The Mineola City Council is holding a regular meeting with a brief agenda. The main items are a proclamation recognizing Constitution Week and approval of the minutes from the previous regular meeting. The meeting also includes citizen comment time and standard procedural items.
- Constitution Week Proclamation
- Approval of minutes from the previous Regular City Council meeting
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda; no major decisions made
The Mineola City Council met on August 28, 2026, and approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes of the previous regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with citizen comments and a proclamation. The vote on the consent agenda passed with four ayes and one nay.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes of prior meeting (4-1)
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola
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Mineola City Council
6:00 PM, Friday, August 21, 2026
Mineola City Hall
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
Agenda
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
_____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
_____
Mitchell Tuck
_____
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
_____
Greg Souser
_____
Jimmy Alexander
_____
Jack Newman
_____
Cassandra Sampson
_____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
_____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
_____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of
the public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items.
The Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research,
resolution or referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Presentations and Proclamations
1.
Constitution Week Proclamation
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and self-explanatory by the Council and will be
enacted with one motion. There will be no …
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Mineola City City Council Minutes
Regular Meeting - Mineola City Hall
Friday, August 28, 2026
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
__P___ Jayne Lankford, Mayor
_____ Mitchell Tuck
__P___ Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
_____ Greg Souser
_____ Jimmy Alexander
_____ Jack Newman
_____ Cassandra Sampson
_____ Cindy Karch, City Manager
_____ Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
_____ Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Staff Present: Cindy Karch, Lisa Morrison, Zac Manning
Citizens Present: Kurt Russell, Goldie Hawn
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation led by Councilmember Sonso and pledges led by Mayor Lankford.
Citizen Comment
Moira Rose - spoke in favor of a city pool.
David Rose - spoke against tacky lawn furniture.
Presentations and Proclamations
1.
Constitution Week Proclamation
Consent Agenda
2.
Consider approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting on
City Manager Karch made the motion to Approve the Consent Agenda. The motion was
seconded by City Secretary Morrison.
Ayes- Emberton, City Manager Karch, Mitchell, City Secretary Morrison
Nays- Zac Manning
Abstain- None
Motion: Passed
Discussion on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
3.
Test Action Item for Motion & Votes
Adjournment
______________________________
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
Attest:
____________________________
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to Approve the Consent Agenda. The motion was seconded by City Secretary Morrison
4 yea · 1 nay
Emberton yea · City Manager Karch yea · Mitchell yea · City Secretary Morrison yea · Zac Manning nay
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider lease term waivers for Wood County Airport
The City Council will discuss a resolution to waive consent requirements for airport leases exceeding 40 years. This action would allow the Wood County Airport to enter a lease with Steck Properties and authorize similar future leases without individual council approval.
- Resolution to waive Texas Transportation Code 22.080(a)(3) consent requirements for Wood County Airport leases
- Proposed land lease with Steck Properties featuring a 10-year initial term and three 10-year renewal periods
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✓ Decided: City Council waives consent requirements for Wood County Airport leases
The City Council approved a resolution to waive specific consent requirements under Texas Transportation Code 22.080(a)(3) regarding lease requirements at the Wood County Airport.
- Approved resolution waiving Texas Transportation Code 22.080(a)(3) consent requirements for Wood County Airport leases (Unanimous)
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL
5:30 P.M., Thursday, August 27, 2026
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
AGENDA
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
____
Mitchell Tuck
____
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
____
Greg Souser
____
Jimmy Alexander
____
Jack Newman
____
Cassandra Sampson
____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of the
public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items. The
Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research, resolution or
referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Discussion on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
1. Discuss and consider action on a resolution waiving the consent requirements of Texas
Transportation Code 22.080(a)(3) for lease requirements at the Wood County Air …
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MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
5:
30 P.M.,
Thursday, August 27, 2026,
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
P
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
P
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
A
Jimmy Alexander
P
Cassandra Sampson
P
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
Staff Present: N/
A
P
Mitchell Tuck
P
Greg Souser
A
Jack Newman
P
Cindy Karch, City Manager
A
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Citizens Present: Carley Tucker, Wood County Monitor; and Vic Savelli, Wood County Airport Board and
Wood County
EDC.
Invocation
and Pledge of Allegiance: Invocation
was led by Councilmember Tuck and pledges
led by Mayor
Lankford.
Citizen
Comment: N/
A
Discussion on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
1. Discuss
and
consider
action
on
a
resolution
waiving the
consent
requirements
of Texas
Transportation
Code 22.
080(
a)(
3)
for lease requirements
at the Wood County Airport.
Councilmember
Eaton made
a motion to approve the resolution, Councilmember
Souser
seconded
the
motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
There being no further business, Mayor adjourned the meeting at 5:
39
pm.
ATTEST:
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mineola City Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget
The City Council will review the 2026 Street Condition Survey and receive briefings on the Front Street parking lot and the FY 2026-2027 budget. The meeting includes a proclamation for Constitution Week and routine approval of July 2026 financial and department reports.
- Presentation of a proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2026, as Constitution Week
- Review of the 2026 Street Condition Survey
- City Manager briefing on the Front Street Parking Lot
- City Manager briefing on the FY 2026-2027 Budget
- Approval of July 2026 Financial Reports and Monthly Department Head Reports
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✓ Decided: Mineola City Council approves July 2026 financial and department reports
The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from previous meetings, July 2026 financial reports, and monthly department head reports. The Council also received a presentation on the 2026 Street Condition Survey and a briefing from the City Manager regarding the Comprehensive Plan and budget updates.
- Approved July 2026 financial reports (unanimous)
- Approved July 2026 department head reports (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 27 and August 10, 2026 meetings (unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL
5:30 P.M., Monday, August 24, 2026
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
AGENDA
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
____
Mitchell Tuck
____
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
____
Greg Souser
____
Jimmy Alexander
____
Jack Newman
____
Cassandra Sampson
____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of the
public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items. The
Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research, resolution or
referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Presentations and Proclamations
1. Presentation of a proclamation from the Daughters of the American Revolution declaring the
week of September 17-23, 2026, as Constitution Week
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda are consider …
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MINEOLA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
5:
30 P.
M.,
Monday, August 24, 2026,
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola
TX 75773
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
P
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
p
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
p
Jimmy Alexander
A
Cassandra Sampson
P
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
P
Mitchell Tuck
P
Greg Souser
A
Jack Newman
P
Cindy Karch, City Manager
A
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Staff Present: David Madsen, Kyle McCoy, Aaron Munn, Justin Clower, Mark Hooks, Jennifer Henson, and Chief
Bittner.
Citizens Present: Sara Godwin, Wood County Monitor; Karen Deatherage, Mary Sockwell, Christine
Headrick,
Susan
Few, Vera
Spencer, Dawn
Fulton, Brenda Martinez, Linda
Haddock, Daughters
of the
American
Revolution representatives; Hayden Ray, Scott Berkley, UT Health EMS; Cathy Leeman, and Tom Jordan.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance: Invocation
was led by Councilmember
Eaton
and pledges led by Mayor.
Citizen Comment: N/
A
Presentations and Proclamations:
1.
Presentation
of a proclamation
from the Daughters of the American Revolution declaring the week of
September
17-
23,
2026, as Constitution Week.
Mayor Lankford
presented
a proclamation
to the Daughters of the American
Revolution declaring the week
of September 17-
23,
2056, as Constitution Week.
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda
are considered to be routine and self-
explanatory by the
Council and will be enacted with one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless
a
Council Member req …
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:30
Parks & Open Spaces Advisory Board
✓ Decided: Board recommends Josh Conrad for appointment to Parks & Open Space Advisory Board
The board voted to present Josh Conrad's name to the City Council for approval as a board member. Members also approved the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting. The board discussed the 2027 Nature Preserve Calendar and received updates on NatureFest and Rock the Pines.
- Recommended Josh Conrad for board appointment to City Council
- Approved June 16, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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CITY OF MINEOLA, TEXAS
PARKS & OPEN SPACE ADVISORY BOARD
Tuesday August 18, 2026 – 5:30 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
Board Minutes
Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order by Chairman David Householder at 5:30pm with the following present: Pat Hamlett
- Vice Chair, Vivian Bigham - Secretary, Mathew Brian, Roy Shockey, Dana Smith, Nickey Minyard, Jennifer Henson
Others in attendance - Josh Conrad
1. Board Applicant Introduction was presented by Jennifer Henson, She provided information on applicant Josh Conrad.
He provided additional information about himself and Roy made a motion to add Josh to the board and Pat seconded the
motion. It was agreed by the board to present Josh Conrad's name to the City Council for approval.
Lake Fork Fishing Guide Introduction
2. Consider approval of minutes from June 16, 2026: A motion was made by Pat and seconded by Roy
to accept the minutes as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
3. New Business: Discuss, Review & Consider Action:
a. Nature Preserve Calendar was presented by David, We were provided a list in the meeting 2027 Calendar
project with a list of possible options to have things on the calendar months. It was discussed for the
new mural that is being painted to go on the cover of the calendar. Some months have been given an
idea starting with January being Youth Hunt, February Kids Fish, March gardening wild scape gardening,
April disc golf, May Equestrian trails, June wedding p …
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 16:30
Landmark Commission
✓ Decided: Landmark Commission approves three certificates of appropriateness
The commission approved requests for a paint color change at 119 E. Broad and a new sign at 125 W. Broad. A roof replacement at 123 N. Line was approved contingent on Texas Historical Commission approval. The board also authorized the purchase of a new refrigerator for Iron Horse Square.
- Approved paint color change from red to black at 119 E. Broad (unanimous)
- Approved new non-illuminated sign with individual letters at 125 W. Broad (unanimous)
- Approved roof replacement at 123 N. Line contingent on Texas Historical Commission approval (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 8 cubic foot refrigerator from Sam's for $699 (unanimous)
- Approved sale of old refrigerator to John Sheeran for $25 (unanimous)
- Approved July 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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MINEOLA LANDMARK COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
AUGUST 13 AT 4:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COMPLEX
300 GREENVILLE HWY., MINEOLA, TX 75773
All Landmark Commission members were present.
Meeting called to order at 4:31 p.m.
MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting held on July 9, 2026 were approved with no corrections.
ACTION ITEMS, PUBLIC HEARING, PRESENTATION AND STAFF BRIEFING:
1. Hearing on Request for Certificate of Appropriateness from Lesley Holloway Kearney, House
of Holloway for Change of Paint Color from Red to Black on Lower Front Wall of Kitchens
Hardware & Deli at 119 E. Broad – Jim Phillips opened the hearing at 4:32 p.m. Doris
Newman presented the application (See Attachment) and explained that the application
was only for the change of paint color on the previously painted wall. The owner wants to
change the paint color from red to black. The hearing was closed at 4:34 p.m.
2. Vote on Certificate of Appropriateness for 119 E. Broad for Change of Paint Color – Steve
Brooke made a motion stating, “Based on the preceding findings of fact, I move that the
Mineola Landmark Commission grant a Certificate of Appropriateness to House of Holloway
for the proposed change of paint color on the previously painted wall. The certificate will
include changing the paint color from red to black on the bottom and sides of the wall.”
Sue Jones seconded the motion and all members approved.
3. Hearing on Request for Certificate of Appropriateness from Ashley Sweet for M …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
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Mineola City Council to approve June 24 meeting minutes
The council will consider approving the minutes from the June 24, 2026 regular meeting. No other substantive items are listed for discussion or action.
- Consider approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting on June 24th, 2026
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Mineola City Council
6:00 PM, Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Mineola City Hall
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
Agenda
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
_____ Jayne Lankford, Mayor _____ Mitchell Tuck
_____ Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem _____ Greg Souser
_____ Jimmy Alexander _____ Jack Newman
_____ Cassandra Sampson _____ Cindy Karch, City Manager
_____ Lisa Morrison, City Secretary _____ Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of
the public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items.
The Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research,
resolution or referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Presentations and Proclamations
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and self-explanatory by the Council and will be
enacted with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member reque …
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 08:00
Main Street Advisory Board
✓ Decided: Mineola Main Street Board approves four downtown improvement grants
The board approved four grant requests for building improvements, totaling $4,646.25. Additionally, the board approved the minutes from the May 28, 2026, meeting and discussed future promotional activities and board vacancies.
- Approved $1,375 grant for Laurel & Grace awning and door paint
- Approved $1,175 grant for Marine Corps League wood repairs and paint
- Approved $596.25 grant for Darling Desperado awning replacement
- Approved $1,500 grant for Hoke Home roof pending historic commission review
- Approved May 28, 2026 meeting minutes
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MINEOLA MAIN STREET ADVISORY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 8:00AM
MINEOLA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MINEOLA, TEXAS 75773
Opening
The regular meeting of the MINEOLA MAIN STREET ADVISORY BOARD OF DIRECTORS was
called to order at 8:00 A.M. by Jerry Gaskill, Jr.
Present
Jerry Gaskill, Jr. (Chairman), Steve Brooke (Vice Chairman), Misty Hooks (Secretary), Kim Raymond,
Kathy Moses, Pamela Hortman, and Doris Newman were all in attendance. Dayna Watkins and Xan
Roberts could not attend and gave notice.
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the previous meeting dated May28, 2026, were motioned for approval by Steve and seconded
by Kim. All board approved. (prior meeting for June and July did not have quorums). Notes were reviewed
and discussed for the July 16, 2026 meeting.
Action Items, Public Hearings, Staff Briefings, Announcements
Texas Historical Commission Site Visit: Discussion of the work plan that was well completed by Doris
Newman shows a high occupancy rate for Mineola. We were encouraged to “Brag” and promote our
accomplishments more. Other discussions made and to follow up on are window stickers for those that receive
grants from Mineola Main Street, sidewalk directions and promotions, banners, trashcans, and following our
motto “sidetrack in Mineola”.
Grant request: With $3,200 in grant money awarded to date, our budget allows for $7,000.00 annually.
Laurel & Grace (Kelli Allen) for 107 E Commerce replaced awning at cost of $2, …
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mineola City Council to consider 2026 tax rate and FY 2026-2027 budget
The City Council will discuss the proposed tax rate for 2026 and the FY 2026-2027 budget. The body is also considering a health insurance bid from United Healthcare and a contract amendment for ambulance memberships.
- Proposed 2026 tax rates: no-new-revenue rate of $0.478043/$100 and voter-approval rate of $0.522358/$100
- Award of bid for Employee Health Insurance Plan to United Healthcare
- Contract amendment for ambulance memberships with UT Health East Texas EMS
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget
- Adoption of a proposed tax rate for 2026
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✓ Decided: Mineola City Council approves 2026 tax rate and employee insurance bids
The City Council adopted the 2026 tax rate and approved bids for employee health, dental, vision, and life insurance. A contract amendment for ambulance memberships was postponed. The council also discussed the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget.
- Approved United Healthcare bid for employee health insurance (unanimous)
- Approved Guardian bid for employee dental, vision, and life insurance (unanimous)
- Postponed contract amendment for ambulance memberships with UT Health East Texas EMS (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 tax rate of 0.522357 (unanimous)
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL
5:30 P.M., Monday, August 10, 2026
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
AGENDA
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
____
Mitchell Tuck
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Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
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Greg Souser
____
Jimmy Alexander
____
Jack Newman
____
Cassandra Sampson
____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of the
public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items. The
Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research, resolution or
referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Discussion on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
1. Discuss and consider action on award of bid for an Employee Health Insurance Plan, low bid
received from United Healthcare.
2. Discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget. …
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MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
5:30 P.M., Monday, August 10, 2026,
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
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Jayne Lankford, Mayor,
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tern
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Mitchell Tuck
Greg Souser
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Jimmy Alexander
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Jack Newman
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Cassandra Sampson
P
Cindy Karch, City Manager
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Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
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Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Staff Present: David Madsen, Kyle McCoy, Doris Newman, and Chief Bittner.
Citizens Present: Chelsi Jennings, Wood County Monitor; Aaron McNelis, Brinson Benefits; and Allene Smith
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance: Invocation was led by Councilmember Tuck and pledges led by Mayor
Lankford.
Citizen Comment: N/A
Discussion on Action Items, Public Hearings, Presentations, and Announcements.
1. Discuss and consider action on award of bid for an Employee Health Insurance Plan, low bid
received from United Healthcare.
Councilmember Alexander made a motion to approve the bid from United Healthcare for employee health
insurance, seconded by Councilmember Sampson. The motion passed by unanimous vote.
Councilmember Tuck made a motion to approve the Guardian for employee dental, vision, and life insurance,
seconded by Councilmember Eaton. The motion passed by unanimous vote.
2. Discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget.
City Manager-Finance Director, Cindy Karch went over the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget. Ms. Karch
briefed the council on the proposed tax rate; employee health insurance; wate …
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mineola City Council to consider water funding and construction site standards
The City Council will discuss requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board and an ordinance regarding construction site housekeeping standards. The meeting also includes routine approvals for financial reports and street closure requests for upcoming local events.
- Resolution requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board
- Ordinance regarding housekeeping standards for construction sites
- Street closure request for the 2026 Iron Horse Festival on September 19, 2026
- Street closure request for the Veterans Day Parade on November 7, 2026
- Approval of June 2026 Financial and Department Head Reports
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✓ Decided: Mineola City Council approves construction site housekeeping ordinance
The City Council passed an ordinance establishing housekeeping standards for construction sites and approved a resolution to seek financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board. The council also approved several routine administrative reports and street closure requests.
- Approved construction site housekeeping ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved resolution requesting financial assistance from Texas Water Development Board (unanimous)
- Approved street closure for 2026 Iron Horse Festival on September 19, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved street closure for Veterans Day Parade on November 7, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved June 2026 Financial Reports (unanimous)
- Approved June 2026 Monthly Department Head Reports (unanimous)
- Approved Quarterly Investment Report ending June 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved June 23 and July 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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MEETING OF THE MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL
5:30 P.M., Monday, July 27, 2026
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
AGENDA
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
____
Jayne Lankford, Mayor
____
Mitchell Tuck
____
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tem
____
Greg Souser
____
Jimmy Alexander
____
Jack Newman
____
Cassandra Sampson
____
Cindy Karch, City Manager
____
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
____
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comment
“Pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.007, members of the public may speak on an agenda item during the public
communication section of the meeting or at the time the agenda item is called for discussion by the Mayor. Speakers shall be given
five (5) minutes to speak. A speaker needing a translator and/or interpreter may be given ten (10) minutes to speak. Members of the
public wishing to address the Council on non-agenda items may do so pursuant to the same time constraints as agenda items. The
Council will not comment on items not on the agenda; however, the Council may refer the item to City Staff for research, resolution or
referral of the matter to the Council as a future agenda item.”
Presentations and Proclamations – none
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and self-explanatory by the Council and will be enacted
with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items …
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MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
5:30 P.M., Monday, July 27, 2026,
300 Greenville Hwy, Mineola TX 75773
Call to order and confirmation of quorum
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Jayne Lankford, Mayor
P
Mitchell Tuck
p
Terry Eaton, Mayor Pro Tern
P
Greg Souser
p
Jimmy Alexander
P
Jack Newman
p
Cassandra Sampson
P
Cindy Karch, City Manager
P
Lisa Morrison, City Secretary
A
Blake Armstrong, City Attorney
Staff Present: David Madsen, Kyle McCoy, Doris Newman, Aaron Munn, Justin Clower, Mark Hooks, and
Chief Bittner.
Citizens Present: Carley Tucker, Wood County Monitor; Andrew Wright and Drue Bowers with SPI
Engineering; Rick George, Cathy Leeman, Allene Smith, and Elaine Tuck.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance: Invocation was led by Councilmember Tuck and pledges led by Mayor
Pro Tern Eaton.
Citizen Comment: N/A
Presentations and Proclamations — N/A
Consent Agenda
All of the following items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and self-explanatory by the
Council and will be enacted with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a
Council Member requests to do so. The item may subsequently be removed from the Consent Agenda to be
considered separately.
1. Consider approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting on June 23, 2026 and the Workshop
meeting on July 9th, 2026.
2. Consider approval of Financial Reports for the month of June 2026.
3. Consider approval of the Monthly Department Head Reports for the month of
Jun …
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💰 Federal awards (top 7 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $135,921 | LS MINEOLA OPERATOR, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME CARE OY3 |
| $119,275 | LS MINEOLA OPERATOR, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME CARE OY4 |
| $99,571 | STECK CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Department of Justice · DOOR FOR HANGAR |
| $64,391 | LS MINEOLA OPERATOR, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME CARE -8 |
| $24,400 | SPECIALTY FLEET RENTALS, LLC Department of Defense · 4 MONTHS RENT -DERRICK DIGGER TRUCK |
| $19,800 | CLOVER EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING GROUP, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · THE CANANDAIGUA VAMC REQUIRES CONSULTATION SERVICES TO ASSIST THEIR DO |
| $14,019 | LS MINEOLA OPERATOR, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME CARE OY2 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Wood County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments904 (8,596 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,003/mo (60 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.3% (low numeracy 31% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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