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Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
Council to consider $12,500 grant for grease trap at Coupe's Café
The Van City Council will meet to discuss and possibly approve an economic development grant. The funding is intended for the installation of a code-compliant grease trap at a local business.
- Possible approval of a $12,500.00 economic development grant for Coupe's Café and Game Room at 552 W. Main Street
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NOTICE OF A CALLED MEETING OF
THE CITY COUNCIL
Friday, July 24, 2026
8:00 AM
Ernie Burns
Mayor
Mark Heatwole
Mayor Pro-Tem
Samantha Smith
Council Member
Bill Dwyer
Council Member
Laura Duncan
Council Member
Mark Thompson
Council Member
Jeff Hudgens
City Manager
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van City Council will
meet in a Called Meeting Friday, July 24, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790. The items
listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at anytime during the course of this meeting to
discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with
Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087 (Economic Development).
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS
III. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on approving a $12,500.00 economic
development grant expenditure by the Van Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for
Coupe's Café and Game Room, located in the Van Shopping Plaza at 552 W. Main Street, for
the installation of a code-compliant grease trap.
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
Economic Development Corporation
Van EDC to consider grant for grease trap at Coupe's Cafe and Game Room
The Economic Development Corporation will discuss a grant for a code-compliant grease trap at 552 W. Main Street. The board will also consider a budget amendment and an increase to a bank card limit. Other items include discussions on the Facade Grant Program and a project at McMillan Park.
- Grant request for Coupe's Cafe and Game Room (552 W. Main Street) for a grease trap
- Proposed project for Parks and Recreation at McMillan Park
- Updates to the Facade Grant Program guidelines and name
- Budget Amendment to align allocations and expenses
- Increase Texas Bank and Trust Visa card limit from $3,000.00 to $5,000.00
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Monday, July 27, 2026
5:30 PM
Dwayne Wheeler
Paul Bullington
Ivy Lopez
Howard Patterson
Candace Gore
Mark Heatwole
Linzy Neal
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Economic
Development Board will meet in a Regular Meeting on July 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX
75790. The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the Board on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per person);
however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the Board from discussing issues on which the public
has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for research
and potential future action.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by the Board and will be enacted by
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning
310 Chestnut, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR
THE PLANNING & ZONING
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
5:30 PM
Jennifer Hudgens
Lori Thompson
Marcos Dos Santos
Bryan Rayner
Toby Stanberry
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Planning & Zoning
Commission will meet in a Regular Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX
75790. The items listed below are on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes from the June 23, 2026, regular meeting.
VI. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on granting a variance for a fence at 1000 W.
Main.
B. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on granting a variance for an accessory
structure (storage building) at 150 Briarwood CT.
VII. ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice was posted in the bulletin board at Van City Hall, 310
Chestnut, Van, Texas 75790 by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
NOTE: If, during the meeting, any discuss
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Economic Development Corporation
310 Chestnut St, Van
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NOTICE OF CALLED MEETING
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Thursday, July 16, 2026
5:30 PM
Dwayne Wheeler
Paul Bullington
Ivy Lopez
Howard Patterson
Candace Gore
Mark Heatwole
Linzy Neal
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Economic
Development Board will meet in a Called Meeting July 16, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790.
The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on City Council's request for the EDC to amend
the amount of the grant EDC awarded to Coupe's Cafe and Restaurant from $11,500.00 to
$12,500.00 to install a grease trap that will accommodate current needs and future growth
V. ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice was posted on the bulletin board at Van City Hall, 310
Chestnut St., Van, Texas 75790 by 5
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
310 Chestnut St, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE CITY COUNCIL
Thursday, July 9, 2026
7:00 PM
Ernie Burns
Mayor
Mark Heatwole
Mayor Pro-Tem
Samantha Smith
Council Member
Bill Dwyer
Council Member
Laura Duncan
Council Member
Mark Thompson
Council Member
Jeff Hudgens
City Manager
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van City Council will
meet in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790. The
items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at anytime during the course of this meeting to
discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with
Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087 (Economic Development).
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per
person); however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the C
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
310 Chestnut Street, Van
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NOTICE OF BUDGET WORKSHOP OF
THE CITY COUNCIL
Thursday, July 9, 2026
6:00 PM
Ernie Burns
Mayor
Mark Heatwole
Mayor Pro-Tem
Samantha Smith
Council Member
Bill Dwyer
Council Member
Laura Duncan
Council Member
Mark Thompson
Council Member
Jeff Hudgens
City Manager
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van City Council will
meet for a Budget Workshop on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790.
The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at anytime during the course of this meeting to
discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with
Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087 (Economic Development).
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per
person); however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the City Council from discussing issues that
the public has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for
research and potential futu
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 17:30
Economic Development Corporation
Van EDC to consider facade grant for Coupe's Cafe & Game Room
The Van Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a facade grant. The board will also hold an executive session.
- Possible action on Facade Grant for Coupe's Cafe & Game Room
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NOTICE OF CALLED MEETING
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Monday, June 29, 2026
5:30 PM
Dwayne Wheeler
Paul Bullington
Ivy Lopez
Howard Patterson
Candace Gore
Mark Heatwole
Linzy Neal
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Economic
Development Board will meet in a Special Called Meeting Monday, June 29, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall 310 Chestnut
St., Van, TX 75790. The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the Board on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per person);
however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the Board from discussing issues on which the public
has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for research
and potential future action.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on Facade Grant for Coupe
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning
310 Chestnut, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR
THE PLANNING & ZONING
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
5:30 PM
Jennifer Hudgens
Marcos Dos Santos
Lori Thompson
Bryan Rayner
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Planning & Zoning
Commission will meet in a Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van,
TX 75790. The items listed below are on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes from May 26, 2026, regular meeting.
VI. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on appointing Pat Hargrave as a board
member.
B. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on appointing Toby Stanberry as a board
member.
VII. ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice was posted in the bulletin board at Van City Hall, 310
Chestnut. , Van, Texas 75790 by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
NOTE: If, during the meeting, any discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting,
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30
Economic Development Corporation
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Monday, June 22, 2026
5:30 PM
Dwayne Wheeler
Ivy Lopez
Candace Gore
Howard Patterson
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Economic
Development Board will meet in a Regular Meeting June 22, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX
75790. The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the Board on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per person);
however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the Board from discussing issues on which the public
has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for research
and potential future action.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by the Board and will be enacted by one motion.
There will be no separate discu
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
310 Chestnut St, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE CITY COUNCIL
Thursday, June 18, 2026
7:00 PM
Ernie Burns
Mayor
Mark Heatwole
Mayor Pro-Tem
Samantha Smith
Council Member
Bill Dwyer
Council Member
Laura Duncan
Council Member
Mark Thompson
Council Member
Jeff Hudgens
City Manager
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van City Council will
meet in a Regular Meeting Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790. The
items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at anytime during the course of this meeting to
discuss any of the matter listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with
Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087 (Economic Development).
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per
person); however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the City
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 16:30
Library Advisory Board
Library board to discuss bylaws, summer reading, and grants
The Van Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on bylaws, the summer reading program, donations, and grants. No official city business is scheduled.
- Discussion on library bylaws
- Discussion on summer reading program
- Discussion on donations
- Discussion on grants
- Discussion on future planning
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NOTICE OF
THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
4:30 PM
Sannie Duran
Asheli Bolt
Berta Campa
Courtney Batres
Michelle Stambough
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Library Advisory
Board will meet Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM at Van Community Library, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790. The
items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per
person); however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the City Council from discussing issues that
the public has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for
research and potential future action.
V. REPORT
A. Library Director Report.
VI. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on Library Advisory Board by-laws.
B. Discussion, Consideration, and Poss
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning
310 Chestnut, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR
THE PLANNING & ZONING
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
5:30 PM
Marcos Dos Santos
Pat Hargrave
Jennifer Hudgens
Lori Thompson
Bryan Rayner
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Planning & Zoning
Commission will meet in a Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 5:30 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van,
TX 75790. The items listed below are on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes from April 28, 2026, regular meeting.
VI. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on appointing Marcos Dos Santos as board
member.
B. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Action on chair person nomination.
VII. ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above notice was posted in the bulletin board at Van City Hall, 310
Chestnut., Van, Texas 75790 by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
NOTE: If, during the meeting, any discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the C
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:30
Economic Development Corporation
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Monday, May 18, 2026
5:30 PM
Danny Morrow
Candice Myers
Chase Penny
Dwayne Wheeler
Ivy Lopez
Candace Gore
Howard Patterson
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Economic
Development Board will meet in a Regular Meeting May 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX
75790. The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the Board on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per person);
however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the Board from discussing issues on which the public
has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for research
and potential future action.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by the Board and will be enacted by one mo
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
310 Chestnut St, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE CITY COUNCIL
Thursday, May 14, 2026
7:00 PM
Ernie Burns
Mayor
Mark Heatwole
Mayor Pro-Tem
Samantha Smith
Council Member
Bill Dwyer
Council Member
Laura Duncan
Council Member
Mark Thompson
Council Member
Jeff Hudgens
City Manager
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van City Council will
meet in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX 75790. The
items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at anytime during the course of this meeting to
discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with
Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087 (Economic Development).
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per
person); however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the C
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning
Planning & Zoning to consider rezoning and replat for W Iowa property
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on a rezoning application and a property replat. The commission will also receive an update on the Subdivision Ordinance.
- Re-Zoning application #165 (Brandon Rust) to change W Iowa property from Commercial to R2 Two-Family Residential District
- Replat of 0.36 acres in the Hilliard-Rust addition
- Update on the Subdivision Ordinance
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310 Chestnut, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR
THE PLANNING & ZONING
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
5:30 PM
Marcos Dos Santos
Pat Hargrave
Jennifer Hudgens
Lori Thompson
Bryan Rayner
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Planning & Zoning
Commission will meet in a Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM at Van City Hall, 310 Chestnut St., Van,
TX 75790. The items listed below are on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes from the January 27, 2026, regular meeting.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Re-Zoning application #165 Brandon Rust – Hillard/Rust addition from Commercial to R2 Two-
Family Residential District, on the property located at W Iowa, property I.D. 114411, Legal
description: acres 0.360, BLK: LOT 3, ADDN: HILLIARD RUST ADDN 2023.
B. Regarding a replat of the property being 0.36 acres of land situated in the Hilliard-Rust
addition, M. Gross survey, abstract No. 299 City of Van, Van Zandt County.
VII. ACTION ITEMS
A. Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Acti
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 17:30
Economic Development Corporation
310 Chestnut, Van
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Monday, April 27, 2026
5:30 PM
Danny Morrow
Candice Myers
Chase Penny
Dwayne Wheeler
Ivy Lopez
Candace Gore
Howard Patterson
AGENDA
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that the Van Economic
Development Board will meet in a Regular Meeting on April 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall 310 Chestnut St., Van, TX
75790. The items listed below are placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action.
Notice is hereby given as required by Title 5, Chapter 551.041 of the Government Code that a possible quorum of
the Van City Council may be present at this meeting. No official business of the City of Van will be conducted by the
City Council at this meeting.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Roll Call and Establish a Quorum
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. US Flag
B. Texas Flag
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and
indivisible."
IV. OPEN FORUM
The opportunity for citizens to address the Board on any agenda item (limit 3 minutes per person);
however, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the Board from discussing issues on which the public
has not been given three business days notice. Issues raised may be referred to City Staff for research
and potential future action.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by the Board and will be enacted by
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