Mineral Wells public meetings in 2025
78 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings on three special‑exception applications for carports. Applicants Amanda Nimmo (1800 SE 15th St), Emilio Chavez (606 SW 4th Ave), and Jeff Lewis (614 NW 17th St) seek to locate carports within 12‑16 feet of front property lines in single‑family residential districts. The commission will consider each request during the meeting.
- BOA CASE 2025-13: Amanda Nimmo requests a carport within 13 ft of the front line at 1800 SE 15th St, SF‑9 district.
- BOA CASE 2025-14: Emilio Chavez requests a carport within 12 ft of the front line and 3 ft of the side line at 606 SW 4th Ave, SF‑6 district.
- BOA CASE 2025-15: Jeff Lewis requests a carport within 16 ft of the front line at 614 NW 17th St, SF‑9 district.
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Boyce Ditto Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports from the chair, library manager, and committee.
- Approval of October 14, 2025, meeting minutes
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District No. 1 Board will acknowledge recent board appointments, approve the minutes from the October 24, 2025 meeting, and adopt the 2026 meeting calendar. The board will receive staff reports and consider future agenda requests. An executive session will be held to discuss pending litigation, real‑property transactions, and personnel matters, after which the board will reconvene in open session.
- Acknowledge re‑appointment of Rich Kidwell and Kelly Rawlings to the board (terms ending Dec 31, 2028)
- Acknowledge appointment of Tim Hopkins to the board (term Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2028)
- Approve minutes of the October 24, 2025 regular meeting
- Approve the District's 2026 calendar
- Executive session to discuss pending litigation, real‑property purchase/exchange/lease/value, and personnel matters
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from the city, Chamber of Commerce, and tourism and economic development sectors. The board will also review reports from various committees and the Main Street Manager.
- Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
- Economic Vitality & Design committee report
- Promotion and Organization committee report
- Texas Music Friendly committee report
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
This document is a notice that a quorum of the Planning and Zoning Commission may be present during a City Council Meeting on December 2, 2025. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific action items.
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Mineral Wells Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a final plat for a 6.611‑acre subdivision (Lots 1‑4, Withers Estates). The commission will also consider a proposed amendment to Appendix B of the Zoning Ordinance to prohibit smoke/tobacco shops, vape shops, and head shops. Additionally, the commission may approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing on P&Z Case 2025-14F: final plat for a 6.611‑acre subdivision (Lot 1‑4, Withers Estates)
- Consider amendment to Appendix B of the Zoning Ordinance to prohibit smoke/tobacco, vape, and head shops (P&Z Case 2025-13)
- Approve minutes of the November 3, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Airport Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet on November 20, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. in the City Hall Annex Council Chambers, 115 §.W. Street. The board will consider the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting and receive updates on tenant social activities, a gate project, the spring fly‑in event, and a JetA truck conversion. Public comment will be taken before the meeting is adjourned.
- Consider minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting
- Update on tenant social activities
- Gate update
- Spring Fly‑In event discussion
- JetA truck conversion discussion
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes from its October 6, 2025 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on P&Z case 2025‑14, where applicant Vincent Keis seeks approval of a preliminary plat for a 6.611‑acre subdivision in the southwest quarter of section 26, Palo Pinto County. No other agenda items are listed.
- Approve minutes of the October 6, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
- Public hearing on P&Z case 2025‑14: preliminary plat for a 6.611‑acre subdivision (Vincent Keis)
- Meeting notice posted per Texas Open Meetings Act
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District No. 1 Board will approve minutes from three recent meetings, review the district’s fiscal year‑to‑date financial statements, and consider a contract to repair areas of FM4. The board will also act on employee contracts and discuss public‑relations needs. An executive session will be held to consult counsel on litigation, real‑property matters, and personnel issues.
- Approve minutes of the Aug 8, Sep 5, and Sep 19, 2025 meetings
- Review and act on financial statements for the fiscal year ending Sep 30, 2025
- Consider and act on contract to repair areas of FM4
- Consider and act on employee contracts
- Executive session to discuss litigation, real‑property transactions, and personnel matters
Economic Development Corporation
The Mineral Wells Economic Development Corporation Board will meet to approve minutes from September and consider five façade grant applications for local businesses. The public may comment on agenda items.
- Approve September 3, 2025, minutes
- Approve façade grant for Kiddie Klubhouse
- Approve façade grant for Restored + Delivered
- Approve façade grant for Krazy Kreamery
- Approve façade grant for Downtown Mural: Doublemint Gum
Charter Review Commission
The Mineral Wells City Charter Review Commission will meet on Oct. 16, 2025 to review proposed changes to the city charter. Items include the City Attorney’s findings on the eminent domain provision in Article III, consideration of revisions to Articles II, III, and IV, and approval of the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting also provides a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker. The commission will set the date for its next meeting before adjourning.
- Approve minutes from the July 17, 2025 regular meeting
- City Attorney to present findings on the eminent domain provision (Section 10, Article III)
- Discuss and consider concluding changes to Article II
- Discuss City Attorney’s recommendations on Article III based on state law
- Discuss and charge review of Article IV and set the next meeting date
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will meet to review minutes and hold one public hearing. The board is considering a request for a special exception regarding a residential construction project.
- Public hearing on BOA Case 2025-12: request by Eddie Mathews for a special exception to build a carport within 15 feet of the front property line at 706 SE 19th Street
The Board approved the applicant’s request for a special exception to construct a carport within 15 feet of the front property line at 706 SE 19th Street. The motion was moved by Drew, seconded by Montalvo, and passed unanimously (4‑0). The Board also approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting (4‑0). No other actions were taken.
- Approved prior minutes from Aug 21, 2025 (4‑0)
- Approved special‑exception carport request at 706 SE 19th St (4‑0)
Airport Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet on October 16, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. in the City Hall Annex Council Chambers. The board will consider the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. The Airport Manager will provide updates on tenant social planning, gate status, the AP‑5200 project, and a JetA truck conversion. The agenda also includes public comment, proposals for the next meeting’s agenda, and adjournment.
- Tenant social planning updates
- Gate status update
- AP‑5200 project update
- JetA truck conversion discussion
- Review of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Boyce Ditto Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on October 14, 2025 at the Boyce Ditto Public Library. The board will consider the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting, receive reports from the chair, library manager, and committee, and address public comments, old business, and new business.
- Review and act on minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting
- Chair report presented by Christiana Rodriguez
- Library manager report
- Committee report presented by Brain Nierman
- Friends of the Library presentation by Jacque Fitzhugh
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two plat requests and two ordinance amendments. The body is discussing the definition and permitted locations for medical cannabis dispensaries and reviewing regulations for smoke shops.
- P&Z Case 2025-10: Replat of Lots 1-18, The Dwellings on 25th to remove an easement
- P&Z Case 2025-11: Short Form Plat of 6.971 acres for Auto World Chevrolet
- P&Z Case 2025-12: Ordinance amendment to define and permit Medical Cannabis Dispensaries
- P&Z Case 2025-13: Ordinance amendment relating to Smoke Shops
The Mineral Wells Planning and Zoning Commission met on October 6, 2025. The commission approved a replat for Mike Tincer, a short‑form plat for Diab 9, LLC, and an amendment to the City of Mineral Wells Code of Ordinances to add a definition for “Medical Cannabis Dispensary,” each passing with a 4‑0 vote. The minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting were also approved 4‑0.
- Approved replat for Mike Tincer (P&Z Case 2025‑10) – vote 4‑0
- Approved short‑form plat for Diab 9, LLC (P&Z Case 2025‑11) – vote 4‑0
- Approved amendment adding Medical Cannabis Dispensary definition to Code of Ordinances (P&Z Case 2025‑12) – vote 4‑0
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 4‑0
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Board
The Mineral Wells Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Board will hold public comment, approve minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting, and receive updates on the MWISD Participation Agreement and development projects within the TIRZ. The board will review the Park Plaza Project, including its construction schedule, field issues, change orders, and invoice approvals. An executive session will be held to discuss real‑property matters, after which the board will reconvene to authorize the Executive Director to obtain two appraisals on a parcel of real property.
- Approve minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting
- Receive update on the MWISD Participation Agreement
- Review Park Plaza Project: schedule, field issues, change orders, invoice approvals
- Receive update on development projects within the TIRZ
- Authorize Executive Director to obtain two appraisals on a parcel of real property
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will vote to approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. Members will receive updates from the City, Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Economic Development, as well as reports from the Economic Vitality & Design Committee and the Main Street Manager. The board will also consider requests to place new items on a future agenda, but will not act on any off‑agenda matters.
- Approval of meeting minutes from September 3, 2025
- Updates from City, Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Economic Development
- Economic Vitality & Design Committee report
- Main Street Manager updates
- Requests for future agenda items
The board unanimously approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a $2,000 sign grant for Krazy Kreamery (Mark Anderson). The board accountability agreement was approved by the board chair and City Manager and will be posted on the city website.
- Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $2,000 sign grant for Krazy Kreamery (unanimous)
- Approved board accountability agreement (by board chair and City Manager)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Charter Review Commission
The Mineral Wells City Charter Review Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider updates to the city charter. Items include the City Attorney presenting findings on the eminent domain provision in Article II, discussion of concluding changes to Article II, and review of the Attorney's recommendations for Article III. The commission will also be tasked with reviewing Article IV and will set the date for the next meeting.
- City Attorney to discuss findings on the eminent domain provision in Section 10 of Article II
- Discuss and consider concluding the changes to Article II
- Discuss and consider the City Attorney’s recommendations on Article III
- Charge the commission with review of Article IV
- Discuss and set the next meeting date
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The board will approve minutes from three recent meetings and review the District’s financial statements for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2025. It will consider Resolution 2025.09.19 A to adopt the revised FY2026 budget and a city council resolution requesting the return of funds for the reverse‑osmosis plant. Additional items include employee contracts, public‑relations services, staff reports, and an executive session on litigation, real‑property, and personnel matters.
- Approve minutes of the Aug 8, 2025 regular meeting, Aug 19, 2025 special meeting, and Sep 5, 2025 special meeting
- Approve the District’s financial statements for the fiscal year to date ending Aug 31, 2025
- Adopt the revised FY2026 budget (Resolution 2025.09.19 A)
- Consider the City of Mineral Wells council’s request to return funds for the reverse‑osmosis plant
- Review and act on employee contracts
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board will consider approving the minutes from its August 21, 2025 meeting. It will also hold a public hearing on BOA Case 2025‑11, where applicant Mike Tincher seeks a variance to reduce the side‑setback from 10 feet to 7.5 feet on lots 8 and 11 and to remove a 50‑foot easement on lots 9 and 10 in the SF‑9 district at The Dwellings on 25th.
- Approve minutes from the August 21, 2025 Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission meeting.
- Public hearing on BOA Case 2025‑11: variance request to change side‑setback from 10 ft to 7.5 ft on lots 8 and 11.
- Public hearing on BOA Case 2025‑11: request to remove a 50‑foot easement on lots 9 and 10 in the SF‑9 district at The Dwellings on 25th.
Airport Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet to review airport development and budget updates. The board will also discuss planning for a tenant social and fly-in event.
- Columbia Street Gate update
- AP5100 Hangar update
- Airport Development and Budget update
- Tenant Social / Fly-In planning
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will vote on approving the July 2025 minutes. The meeting will also include project updates, a staff report, and discussion of future agenda items. No specific projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Boyce Ditto Library Advisory Board will meet on September 9, 2025 to consider the minutes from its May 13, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes public comments, a chair report, a library manager/volunteer report, a committee report, and a Friends of the Library update, followed by old and new business items.
- Consider and take action on minutes of the May 13, 2025 meeting
- Public Comments
- Chair Report – Christiana Rodriguez
- Library Manager and Volunteer Report
- Committee Report – Brain Nierman
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1 Board of Directors will hold a special meeting on September 15, 2025, at Mineral Wells City Council Chambers. No formal actions, deliberations, or minutes will occur as this is only a notice of a possible quorum.
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider approving minutes from July 7, 2025. The body will hold public hearings regarding two land-use requests involving a final plat and a replat.
- Public hearing for P&Z Case 2025-8F: Final Plat for 10.00 acres in TX & P. R.R. CO. Survey, Section 7, Abstract No. 702
- Public hearing for P&Z Case 2025-9: Replat of Lots 9 through 16 in Block 18 of French Addition
The Mineral Wells Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Final Plat for a 10.00‑acre site (case 2025‑8) with a 4‑0 vote. The commission also approved a replat of Lots 9‑R, 11‑R, and 13‑R in Block 18 of the French Addition (case 2025‑9) with a 4‑0 vote. Earlier, the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes were approved 4‑0.
- Approved Final Plat for 10.00‑acre site (case 2025‑8) – vote 4‑0
- Approved replat of Lots 9‑R, 11‑R, 13‑R in Block 18 (case 2025‑9) – vote 4‑0
- Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 4‑0
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1 board will hold a special meeting to decide on bids for the Turkey Peak Reservoir project and to consider SWIFT financing. The meeting includes a public comment period and may enter executive session for legal or personnel matters before reconvening in open session.
- Vote on Turkey Peak Reservoir construction bids
- Consider SWIFT financing for water infrastructure
- Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limits
Main Street Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss accreditation standards, scoring, and transformation strategies for its Main Street program. The board will also review a work plan deep dive and preservation-based economic development efforts.
The Main Street Advisory Board approved the September 3 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved a sign grant application for 1st Avenue ICP for Elizabeth Barefoot in the amount of $2,000. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved September 3 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $2,000 façade grant for 1st Avenue ICP (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Economic Development Corporation
The Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 budget and the organization's bylaws. The board will also consider approving retail recruitment services provided by Retail Coach (Aaron Farmer).
- Approval of 2025-2026 Budget
- Approval of Retail Coach (Aaron Farmer) for Retail Recruitment
- Review of Economic Development Corporation Bylaws
- Executive session regarding the Executive Director
The board approved the minutes from the August 1, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously approved the proposed 2025‑2026 budget. The board also unanimously approved hiring Retail Coach for a 12‑month contract costing about $31,000. No action was taken on the bylaws discussion.
- Approved August 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2025‑2026 budget (unanimous)
- Approved services of Retail Coach, approx $31,000 12‑month contract (unanimous)
- Bylaws discussion – no action taken
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to review updates from the city, Chamber of Commerce, and tourism and economic development sectors. The board will also receive reports from the Main Street Manager and the Economic Vitality & Design Committee.
- Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
- Economic Vitality & Design Committee report
- Main Street Manager updates
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Mineral Wells Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings on three special exception requests to construct carports closer to property lines than zoning allows. They will also consider condemning a dangerous structure at 808 SW 27th Street.
- Special Exception for carport at 1307 SW 7th Ave. (BOA Case 2025-8)
- Special Exception for portable carport at 2904 NE 11th St. (BOA Case 2025-9)
- Special Exception for carport at 2314 NW 2nd Ave. (BOA Case 2025-10)
- Possible condemnation of dangerous structure at 808 SW 27th St. (BSC Case 2025-2)
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission approved four special‑exception requests for residential carports and one condemnation of a dangerous structure. The carport requests at 1307 SW 7th Ave., 2904 NE 11th St., and 2314 NW 2nd Ave. were approved by votes of 4‑0, 3‑1, and 4‑0 respectively. The condemnation of the structure at 808 SW 27th St. was approved unanimously (4‑0). The meeting minutes from July 17, 2025 were also approved unanimously (4‑0).
- Approved special exception for carport at 1307 SW 7th Ave. (4‑0)
- Approved special exception for carport at 2904 NE 11th St. (3‑1)
- Approved special exception for carport at 2314 NW 2nd Ave. (4‑0)
- Approved condemnation of dangerous structure at 808 SW 27th St. (4‑0)
- Approved meeting minutes from July 17 2025 (4‑0)
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1 board will hold a special meeting to decide on two financing agreements totaling $100 million in revenue bonds for the Turkey Peak Reservoir Project. The bonds include $58 million in Series 2025A and $42 million in Taxable Series 2025B, issued to the Texas Water Development Board.
- $58,000,000 Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A for Turkey Peak Reservoir Project
- $42,000,000 Taxable Revenue Bonds, Series 2025B for Turkey Peak Reservoir Project
- Resolution 2025.08.19 A to approve bond execution and delivery
- Authorization for Board President David Turk or General Manager Howard Huffman to sign documents
- Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker (6 minutes with translator) at 115 S.W. 1st Street, Mineral Wells
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive grant updates and a staff report. The agenda includes a park tour and a discussion of upcoming events.
- Grant updates
- Park tour
- Upcoming events
- Staff report
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1 Board will convene at Palo Pinto General Hospital to approve the minutes from the July 18, 2025 meeting and consider the adoption of the District's FY2026 Budget. The meeting will also include a public comment period and an executive session to discuss legal matters and personnel.
- Approval of July 18, 2025 minutes
- Adoption of FY2026 Budget (Resolution 2025.08.08 A)
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Executive session for attorney consultation and personnel matters
- Discussion of public relations needs
Main Street Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss a façade grant application. The board will also receive updates from the city, Chamber of Commerce, tourism, and economic development sectors.
- Façade grant application review
- Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
- Updates from City, Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Economic Development
The board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 5, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $2,500 façade grant application for a mural at 215a NE 1st Avenue for Alan Clarke, contingent on project completion and inspection. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved July 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $2,500 façade grant for mural at 215a NE 1st Avenue (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Economic Development Corporation
The Mineral Wells Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss financial planning and business grants. The board is considering the adoption of the 2025-2026 budget and a specific property grant.
- Façade Grant application for 1708 SE Martin Luther King Jr St
- Approval of 2025-2026 Budget
- Approval of CoStar subscription
The board approved the minutes from the August 1 meeting and unanimously approved a facade grant for a daycare at 1708 SE Martin Luther King Jr St. It also approved the purchase of one CoStar real‑estate subscription license. The 2025‑2026 budget was discussed but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 2:47 p.m.
- Approved minutes from August 1, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved facade grant application for 1708 SE Martin Luther King Jr St. (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of one CoStar license ($5,160) (unanimous)
- No action taken on 2025‑2026 budget review
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Board
The Mineral Wells Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Board of Directors will meet to approve the FY2025-2026 budget. The board will also consider a participation agreement involving the City and Mineral Wells ISD and discuss the Downtown Park Plaza Project.
- Approval of FY2025-2026 Budget
- Participation Agreement between TIRZ No. 2, City of Mineral Wells, and Mineral Wells ISD
- Recommendation to City Council for a Construction Management Agent Services Agreement with Dwain Eaton for the Downtown Park Plaza Project
- Update on development projects within the TIRZ
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1 Board of Directors will consider the 2025-2026 annual budget and long-term financial plan. The board will also discuss a time extension for construction on the Turkey Peak Dam and the enlargement of Lake Palo Pinto.
- Resolution 2025.07.18 A regarding a TCEQ extension for Lake Palo Pinto and Turkey Peak Dam construction
- Adoption of the FY2026 Annual Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan
- Payment to the City for installation of emergency backup generators
- Presentation from HDR on cultural resource work at Turkey Peak
- Discussion of public relations needs and potential firms
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will meet to review meeting minutes and hold a public hearing. The board will consider a request for a special exception regarding a property setback.
- Public hearing on BOA Case 2025-7: request by Stephen Barham to build a carport/awning within 5 feet of the front property line at 1704 SE Park Road
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission approved the minutes from the June 20, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. The board then approved the minutes of the July 17, 2025 meeting, also by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions or decisions were taken.
- Approved June 20, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
Charter Review Commission
The Mineral Wells City Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and consider amendments to Articles I and II of the city charter. The commission will also assign the review of Article III and determine the date for the next meeting.
- Discussion and consideration of amendments to Articles I & II of the Charter
- Assignment of the review of Article III of the Charter
- Approval of May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Zoning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss Ft. Wolters Zoning. A quorum of the Planning and Zoning Commission may also be present.
- Ft. Wolters Zoning meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a land development request. The body will also consider approving minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing on P&Z Case 2025-8: Preliminary Plat for 10.00 acres requested by Rustin Kinman
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Preliminary Plan for Rustin Kinman's 10‑acre property in Mineral Wells by a 4‑0 vote. Staff reported no objections. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:36 p.m.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (June 2, 2025) – vote 4‑0
- Approved Preliminary Plan for Rustin Kinman's 10‑acre site – vote 4‑0
- Adjourned meeting at 5:36 p.m.
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from the Chamber of Commerce, tourism, and economic development sectors. The board will discuss the 2025 Flying Pig Festival and consider the approval of a banner application.
- Feedback and update from 2025 Flying Pig Festival
- Approval of banner application
The Main Street Advisory Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the banner application and design from Clark Gardens for display in October 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Clark Gardens banner for October 2025 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District No. 1 Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the 2025-2026 Annual Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan. The board will also review financial statements and consider equipment purchases.
- Adoption of Resolution 2025.06.27 A for the FY2026 Budget
- Purchase of three 12’ CLOW disc gate valves for the Brazos Pump Station
- Discussion of public relations needs and appropriate firms
- Review of financial statements ending May 31, 2025, and Investment Report ending March 31, 2025
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings on three variance requests. These requests seek exceptions to minimum lot width and depth requirements to allow for the construction of single-family dwellings.
- BOA Case 2025-4: Variance for lot width from 60 to 50 feet in MH District (Abstract 702, Tract 20)
- BOA Case 2025-5: Variance for lot depth from 100 to 96 feet at 2407 SE 9th Ave
- BOA Case 2025-6: Variance for lot width from 60 to 50 feet at 314 Martin Lutther King Jr. Street
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission approved its meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved three variance applications: Russell Kinman's lot‑width variance (4‑1), Alec Aviles' lot‑depth variance (5‑0), and Daniel Contreras' lot‑width variance (5‑0). All motions were carried as recorded.
- Approved meeting minutes – vote 5-0
- Approved Russell Kinman's variance to reduce lot width from 60 ft to 50 ft in an MH District – vote 4-1
- Approved Alec Aviles' variance to reduce lot depth from 100 ft to 96 ft in an SF‑6 District – vote 5-0
- Approved Daniel Contreras' variance to reduce lot width from 60 ft to 50 ft in an SF‑6 District – vote 5-0
Economic Development Corporation
The Mineral Wells Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and meeting to discuss grant and loan programs. The board will also consider an investment presentation and real estate purchase offers.
- Public hearing on the Façade Grant Program
- Façade Grant Program application by Dev Patel for 105 Carl Kessler Blvd
- Application to USDA Intermediary Relending Program and establishment of a Small Business Loan Program
- Investment presentation for Project Spa by Randy Nix and Cody Jordan
- Authorization for MWEDC Director to make purchase offers for properties for redevelopment
The board unanimously approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $250,000 loan and $500,000 grant for Crazy Water Hotel, authorized the director to make property purchase offers, accepted a $1,000,000 USDA loan application, and granted a $12,500 facade improvement for 105 Carl Kessler Blvd. All motions passed with either unanimous support or approval despite two abstentions on the hotel incentive.
- Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Crazy Water Hotel incentive: $250,000 loan at 4% and $500,000 grant (approved; 5 votes for, 2 abstentions)
- Approved director to make property purchase offers subject to board and City Council approval (unanimous)
- Approved USDA Intermediary Relending Program application for $1,000,000 loan (unanimous)
- Approved Facade Grant for 105 Carl Kessler Blvd, $12,500 grant (unanimous)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a tour of several city facilities and parks. The meeting also includes a discussion of future agenda items.
- Tour of City Gym, Activity Center, and Library
- Tour of Southeast Park, West City Park, and Fossil Park
- Tour of Star Median and Texas Frontier Trails
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates regarding the 2025 Flying Pig Festival and economic development. The board will consider creating an ad-hoc committee to prepare for an accreditation site visit.
- Creation of ad-hoc Main Street Committee for accreditation site visit
- Updates on 2025 Flying Pig Festival
- Updates from Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Economic Development
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests to replat land parcels. The body will also review minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing for Case 2025-6: replat of 7.525 acres (J. W. Christian Survey) into Lot 1 and Lot 2, Ballew Acres
- Public hearing for Case 2025-7: replat of Lot 5 and Lot 6, Blick 5 of Airflyte Addition into Block 5, Lot 5-R, Airflyte Addition
The commission approved the repatriation of a 7.525‑acre subdivision (case 2025‑6) with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the repatriation of all of Lot 5 and Lot 6 (case 2025‑7) with a 5‑0 vote. The minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting were approved 4‑0.
- Approved repatriation of 7.525‑acre subdivision (case 2025‑6) – motion passed 5‑0
- Approved repatriation of all of Lot 5 and Lot 6 (case 2025‑7) – motion passed 5‑0
- Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 4‑0
Charter Review Commission
The Mineral Wells City Charter Review Commission is holding its first meeting, consisting largely of orientation, setting expectations, and discussing future meeting dates. The main substantive item is to discuss and assign the review of Articles I and II of the city charter. Public comment is permitted on agenda items.
- Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Discussion and assignment of review of Articles I and II
- Orientation on purpose, processes, and expectations
- Discussion of future meeting dates
Airport Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Regional Airport Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from the April 17, 2025, meeting and corrected minutes from March 20, 2025. Discussion items include possible special events in 2025. The airport manager will provide updates on storm damage repair timeline, gate repairs, the AvGas/JetA fuel truck, the Wier Hangar, and the Compass Rose.
- Consider approval of April 17, 2025, minutes and corrected March 20, 2025, minutes
- Discussion of possible special events in 2025
- Update on timeline for storm damage repairs
- Update on gate repairs
- Updates on AvGas/JetA truck, Wier Hangar, and Compass Rose
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Boyce Ditto Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The board is scheduled to discuss summer meeting schedules.
- Approval of April 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of summer Advisory Board meeting schedules
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1 Board will hold a special meeting on May 16, 2025, to discuss and potentially authorize a contract for construction of a concrete vault at the Hilltop Water Treatment Plant. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and review financial statements through April 30, 2025. Staff reports and an executive session on legal, real estate, and personnel matters are also scheduled.
- Consider and take action on minutes of the April 25, 2025 meeting
- Consider and take action on financial statements for fiscal year to date ending April 30, 2025
- Authorize General Manager to enter a contract for construction of a concrete vault at Hilltop Water Treatment Plant
- Receive City of Mineral Wells and District staff reports
- Discuss pending litigation, real property, and personnel matters in executive session
Main Street Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Main Street Advisory Board will introduce the new Main Street Manager and receive updates on the 2025 Flying Pig Festival. The EDC will also present the Façade Grant Program. The Board will approve previous meeting minutes and take public comment.
- EDC to introduce Façade Grant Program
- Updates on 2025 Flying Pig Festival
- Introduction of new Main Street Manager
- Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
The Main Street Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the May 5, 2025 meeting was also passed. The board introduced the new Main Street Manager and received updates on the Flying Pig Festival and the upcoming façade grant program.
- Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed, seconded by Chelsea)
- Adjourned the May 5, 2025 meeting (motion passed, 1st from Courtney, 2nd from Coral)
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District No. 1 will meet to discuss land and traffic changes involving FM 4 and Ward Mountain Road. The board will also review financial statements and a water right amendment application for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
- Purchase and closing of FM 4 and rerouting of traffic onto Ward Mountain Road
- Interlocal agreement with Palo Pinto County on Ward Mountain Road
- Application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to amend a water right
- Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025
Economic Development Corporation
The Mineral Wells EDC Board will discuss and consider approving a Site Preparation Assistance Program and a Façade Grant Program. They will also review service contracts for sales tax analysis, website services, and consumer data intelligence. A key item is an investment presentation for the Crazy Water Hotel Spa and a recommendation to amend the Shumard Development Agreements. The board will hold an executive session to negotiate incentives for the Crazy Water Hotel Spa and airport taxiway improvements, as well as discuss real property deals.
- Discuss and consider approving a Site Preparation Assistance Program
- Discuss and consider approving a Façade Grant Program
- Investment presentation for the Crazy Water Hotel Spa (Randy Nix & Cody Jordan)
- Discuss and consider recommendation to approve amending the Shumard Development Agreements
- Phase I Environmental Study, Lead, and Asbestos Survey on the old USO/North Oak Community
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings regarding two property requests. The board will also consider approving minutes from the March 20, 2025, meeting.
- BOA Case 2025-2: Variance request from Kiran Patel for lot depth (100 feet to 80 feet) at Block B Lots 21 & 22 Lawn Place #2 Addition
- BOA Case 2025-3: Special Exception request from Shirley J. Jones for a carport at 2001 SE 9th ST
The Board approved the March 20, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It denied a variance request (BOACAS 2025‑2) for a manufactured‑home district lot, with the motion failing 2‑3. It approved a special exception (BOACAS 2025‑3) to build a carport at 2001 SE 9th St, with the motion passing 5‑0.
- Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Denied variance for Kira Patel, 80‑ft lot depth (motion failed 2-3)
- Approved special exception for Shirley Jones carport at 2001 SE 9th St (motion carried 5-0)
Airport Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Regional Airport Advisory Board is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates from the airport manager on storm damage repairs, Oncore repairs, gate repairs, and the AvGas truck. No votes on contracts or financial items are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine reports and discussion.
- Consider and approve minutes of March 20, 2025 meeting
- Update on repairs from storm damage
- Update on Oncore repairs
- Update on gate repairs
- Update on AvGas truck
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Zoning Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct business at the Steve Perdue Training Center. The agenda is procedural and does not list specific items for decision or discussion.
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The provided document is a notice of a possible quorum of the Planning and Zoning Commission. It lists three scheduled Ft. Wolters Zoning meetings on April 15, 2025.
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review reports and discuss library business. The agenda includes a discussion on an Open House under old business.
- Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Open House (Old Business)
Main Street Advisory Board
The board will meet to discuss the Main Street Manager job opening and the Downtown Sign Grant Program. Members will also review event updates for the 2025 Flying Pig Festival and quarterly events.
- Main Street Manager job opening
- Downtown Sign Grant Program
- 2025 Flying Pig Festival updates
- Q1 and Q2 2025 event recaps and updates
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
This is a regular meeting with routine items: approving past meeting minutes, reviewing year-to-date financial statements, and receiving staff reports from the City of Mineral Wells and the district. The board will also hold an executive session to consult with attorneys on legal matters, real property, and personnel.
- Approve minutes from February 21, 2025 meeting
- Review financial statements for fiscal year through February 28, 2025
- Receive City of Mineral Wells Staff Report(s)
- Receive district Staff Report(s)
- Executive session for legal consultation, real property, and personnel
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Mineral Wells Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing on a possible condemnation of a substandard structure at 812 Martin Luther King Jr. Street. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Public hearing on BSC Case 2025-1: possible condemnation of a substandard structure owned by Roberto Villa Gonzalez at 812 Martin Luther King Jr. Street (Block 47, Lots 5&6, French Addition)
Airport Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Regional Airport Advisory Board will review and approve October 2024 meeting minutes, discuss possible special events for 2025, and receive an update from the airport manager on signage, the Columbia Gate, and mailboxes. No formal votes or contracts with dollar amounts are listed on this agenda.
- Consider approval of minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting
- Discussion of possible special events at the airport in 2025
- Airport manager update on signs
- Airport manager update on Columbia Gate
- Airport manager update on mailboxes
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Boyce Ditto Public Library Advisory Board will meet to consider minutes from January 2024, receive reports including a committee presentation on site analysis and initial concept plans, and address old and new business. No specific votes or financial actions are listed on the agenda.
- Committee report: site analysis and initial concept plan(s) by Brian Nierman
- Consideration and approval of minutes from January 14, 2024
- Chair report by Christina Rodriguez
- Library manager report by Kathy Spencer
- Friends of the Library report by Jacque Fitzhugh
Main Street Advisory Board
The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss the 2025 downtown transformation strategy and the Flying Pig Festival. The board will also receive updates on a Main Street job opening and upcoming Q1 2025 events.
- Downtown Transformation Strategy for 2025
- 2025 Flying Pig Festival updates
- Main Street job opening updates
- Upcoming Q1 2025 downtown events
The Mineral Wells Main Street Advisory Board approved the February meeting minutes and endorsed a 2025 transformation plan focused on the Downtown TIRZ Parks Project and updating downtown codes. The board received updates on the Main Street Manager job opening (10 applications, closing March 14), the Flying Pig Festival, and upcoming events. The city is now off probation as a state-accredited Main Street program, pending national review.
- Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Endorsed 2025 downtown transformation strategies (TIRZ Parks Project, code updates)
- Adjourned meeting (all in favor)
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two subdivision plats: a final plat for an 18-lot residential subdivision on 3.796 acres, and a replat of two lots in the Western II Addition. They will also consider approving minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing on P&Z Case 2025-4F: Final plat for The Dwellings on 25th subdivision (18 lots on 3.796 acres, applicant Mike Tincher for Valley View Developers, LLC)
- Public hearing on P&Z Case 2025-5: Replat of Lots 2-B-R-1 and 3-B-R-1 in Western II Addition (applicants Kristi & David Belote)
- Consider approval of February 3, 2025 meeting minutes
Economic Development Corporation
The Mineral Wells Economic Development Corporation Board will meet to discuss and consider approving a Phase I Environmental Study on the Devon Property, along with several data and analytics services. The board will also approve minutes from the October 2024 meeting and hold an executive session regarding the Deputy Director position.
- Approve minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting
- Discuss and consider approving GIS Planning map and website services
- Discuss and consider Crexi Intel market trend analysis
- Discuss and consider Placer.ai foot traffic and consumer behavior data
- Discuss and consider approving Phase I Environmental Study on the Devon Property
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District No. 1 Board of Directors will review the annual financial audit for the year ending September 30, 2024. The board will also consider an engagement letter for the 2025 fiscal year and receive presentations on water contract essentials. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation and real property matters.
- Review and approval of Annual Financial Audit Report by George, Morgan, and Sneed PC
- Engagement Letter from George, Morgan, and Sneed PC for fiscal year ending September 30, 2025
- Water Contract Essentials presentations from Lloyd Gosselink and HDR
- Financial Statements ending January 31, 2025 and Investment Report ending December 31, 2024
- Executive session regarding pending litigation and real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Trustees Board
The Local Board of Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Trustees will meet to consider several routine administrative items. These include approving the 2025 Annual Report for the Mineral Wells Volunteer Fire Department, a Membership Reconciliation Report, and annual officer elections. The meeting is largely procedural, with no significant policy changes or financial decisions on the agenda.
- Approval of 2025 Annual Report for Mineral Wells Volunteer Fire Department
- Approval of Membership Reconciliation Report (MRR) covering Sept 2024–Feb 2025
- Appointing/reappointing civilian board members for terms beginning March 2025
- Election of officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary) for terms beginning March 2025
- Approval of Annual Report of Local Board Membership and Authorized Users for TESRS Online
Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission Meetings
The Board of Adjustment and Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings regarding a property exception and a potential condemnation. The body will also consider appointing a Vice Chairperson and approving previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing for BOA Case 2025-1: Special Exception for a carport at 5210 Laurie Drive
- Public hearing for B SC Case 2025-1: Possible condemnation of a structure at 812 Martin Luther King Jr. Street
- Appointment of Vice Chairperson
Main Street Advisory Board
The Mineral Wells Main Street Advisory Board will meet to approve January meeting minutes, discuss quarterly goals for 2025, and receive updates on the 2025 Flying Pig Festival and other downtown events in Q1. The board will also hear a report from the Main Street Manager. No binding votes or financial items are on the agenda.
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 8, 2025
- Discussion of Main Street goals for Q1 2025
- Updates on the 2025 Flying Pig Festival
- Overview of upcoming downtown events in Q1 2025
- Main Street Manager updates
Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District #1
The Palo Pinto County Municipal Water District No. 1 Board will hold a special meeting to receive an update on the Turkey Peak Reservoir Project. The Board will also consider designating General Manager Howard B. Huffman as authorized signatory for legislative tracking and communication services. An executive session is planned for private attorney consultation on real property and litigation matters.
- Update on the Turkey Peak Reservoir Project
- Consider designating Howard B. Huffman as authorized representative to execute legislative tracking/communication service documents
- Executive session under §551.072 for real property consultation with attorney
- Executive session under §551.071(1) for pending or contemplated litigation
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two subdivision plats: a final plat for the 40.446-acre The Wells, Phase One, and a preliminary plat for the 3.796-acre The Dwellings on 25th. Commissioners will also vote on approving the minutes from the January 6, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing on final plat for The Wells, Phase One (40.446 acres, lots across Blocks A–G)
- Public hearing on preliminary plat for The Dwellings on 25th (3.796 acres, 18 lots)
- Consider approving minutes of January 6, 2024 meeting
Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Trustees Board
The Board will consider the 2025 Annual Report for the Mineral Wells Volunteer Fire Department and a Membership Reconciliation Report. The body will also vote on board appointments and the election of a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary.
- Approval of 2025 Annual Report for Mineral Wells Volunteer Fire Department
- Approval of Membership Reconciliation Report for Sept 1, 2024, to Feb 28, 2025
- Appointments and reappointments of civilian board members
- Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
- Approval of Annual Report of Local Board Membership and Authorized Users for TESRS Online
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review staff reports and receive an update on Casper Park. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the November meeting.
- Casper Park update
- Approval of November minutes
Library Advisory Board Meetings
The Boyce Ditto Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library operations and reports. The agenda includes a committee report on site analysis and initial concept plans.
- Review of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Committee report on site analysis and initial concept plan(s)
- Discussion of Open House under old business
Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold three public hearings: a rezone of Lot 6R from General Retail to Single-Family Residential for a house (Case 2025-1), a replat of lots in Lawn Place Addition to create two lots for single-family homes (Case 2025-2), and a rezone of 900 NW 2nd Ave from Single-Family Residential to Commercial for a manufacturing facility (Case 2025-3). The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting.
- Rezone Case 2025-1: Lot 6R, Rogers Subdivision from GR to SF-9 for single-family residence
- Replat Case 2025-2: Lots 12-14, Lawn Place Addition to create two lots for single-family homes
- Rezone Case 2025-3: 900 NW 2nd Ave from SF-6 to C for manufacturing facility
- Approve minutes of December 2, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting