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👤 Members & officials (26)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Tony Bovinich
- Alejandro Galaviz
- Teresa Hoffman
- Michelle Hamm
- Sheryl Kiser
- Drew Wilson
- Alicia Rosales
- Raymond Jackman
- Alejandro Galviz
Who’s on the Planning and Zoning Commission
- Shelley Clower
- Stacey Robar
- Thomas Bosquez
- Billy Flower
- LeeAnn Rose
- Michael Dodd
- Tanitia Marvels
Who’s on the Venus Community Service Development Corporation
- Jeannie Prazak
- Joe Russell
- Raymond Jackman
- Katie Drambareanu
- Michelle Crane
- Jira Sansom
- Elisabeth Livingstone
- De'Jour Burton
- Casey Tucker
- Patricia Johnson
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-27 budget, tax rate, and water/wastewater rates
The Venus City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, the property tax rate, and water and wastewater rates. The regular meeting includes several discussion items, such as a resolution on a building acquisition proposal, an ordinance creating a Parks and Recreation Board, and possible action on a utility protection program for senior fixed-income residents. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel, potential eminent domain for land at 920 CR 110, and a wastewater treatment plant lease negotiation.
- Discussion of Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget and Property Tax Rate
- Discussion of water and wastewater rates
- Resolution for Central Appraisal District of Johnson County Building Acquisition Proposal
- Ordinance creating Parks and Recreation Board (Section 36-60)
- Possible action on Senior Fixed-Income Utility Protection Program
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City Council
Monday, September 14, 2026 - 5:30 PM
City Council Work Session at 5:30pm followed by the Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm.
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Discussion with the citizens and the City Council regarding the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-
2027 Budget and the Property Tax Rate.
1.3. Discussion regarding the water and waste water rates.
1.4. Adjourn.
2.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to the Texas Flag:
3.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City …
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Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 18:30
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Friday, September 4, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
4.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The TIRZ reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time in the
course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the
Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private
consultation with attorney for the city).
4.1. Discuss and consider the current status and future of the Tax Increment Reinvestment
Zone No. 1, including a recommendation to the City Council, including possible
amendment, continuation, or termination of the Zone, and taking any appropriate action.
5.
Adjournment:
The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the public, at
any time in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the
Texas Open Meetings Act, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with
attorney for the city).
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
VCSDC to consider FY 2026-2027 annual budget approval
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation (VCSDC) will hold a regular meeting to consider approving its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior special meeting and a public comment period. No other substantive items are listed.
- Discussion and possible approval of FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget
- Approval of minutes from August 18, 2026 special called meeting
- Public comment period
- Possible executive session for attorney consultation
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Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular VCSDC Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
3.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the Special Called meeting on August 18, 2026.
4.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time
in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization
by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private
consultation with attorney for the city).
4.1. Discuss and consider the approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget.
5.
Adjournment:
The VCSDC reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the public, at any time in the
course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas
Open Meetings Act, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with
attorney for the city). This is to certify that a copy of this Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin
board at City Hall, 700 W. Hwy 67 Venus, Texas and at a place readily accessible to the public at all
times and to the City’s website www.cityofvenus.org, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
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Callie Driggars, TRMC
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to set tax rate, budget hearing for FY 2026-27
The Venus City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed budget and tax rate, followed by a regular meeting. The council will consider setting a public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 budget and property tax rate, and an interlocal agreement with Johnson County for dispatching services. Consent agenda items include approving minutes and two ordinance amendments. The council will also meet in executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.
- Set public hearing on Sept 21, 2026 for FY 2026-2027 proposed budget
- Set property tax rate for FY 2026-2027 and schedule public hearing
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Johnson County for dispatching services
- Ordinance amending Chapter 6 'Animal' Section 6-3 'Rabies Control'
- Ordinance repealing Section 36-52 'Planning and Zoning Commission'
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City Council
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 5:30 PM
City Council Work Session at 5:30pm followed by the Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm.
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Discuss and review the proposed budget and tax rate.
1.3. Discussion regarding regular session agenda items.
1.4. Adjourn.
2.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to the Texas Flag:
3.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation. …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Venus community development board to hold budget workshop for FY 2026-2027
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget workshop for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027. The board will also consider approving minutes from its August 4, 2026 regular meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period and reserves the right to enter executive session.
- Budget workshop for fiscal year 2026-2027
- Approval of August 4, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Possible executive session for attorney consultation
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Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Special Called Venus Community Service Development Corporation Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
3.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the regular meeting on August 4, 2026.
4.
WORK SESSION:
4.1. Conduct a budget workshop for the upcoming Fiscal year 2026-2027.
5.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time
in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization
by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private
consultation with attorney for the city).
6.
Adjournment:
The VCSDC reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the public, at any time in the
course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas
Open Meetings Act, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with
attorney for the city). This is to certify that a copy of this Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin
board at City Hall, 700 W. Hwy 67 Venus, Texas and at a place readily accessible to the public at all
times and to the City’s website www.cityofvenus.org, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
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VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
MEETING MINUTES
Special Called Venus Community Service Development Corporation Meeting
AUGUST 18, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Chair, Joe Russell, called the meeting to order at 06:36 PM. Russell gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Boardmembers present: Joe Russell, Jeannie Prazak, Katie Drambareanu,
Michelle Crane and De'Jour Burton.
Staff present: Oscar Ortiz and Callie Driggars,
Citizen Public Comment Period:
1. Josefina Cruz — 118 W. 3nd st. - Owner of Casa Jacaranda — Spoke in
Spanish. Oscar Ortiz translated in English. Asked for assistance since the City
closed her business.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the regular meeting on August 4, 2026.
| make a motion to approve the regular meeting minutes from August 4, 2026.
Moved by: Jeannie Prazak
Seconded by: De'Jour Burton
For: Unanimous. Motion carried Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0.
WORK SESSION:
4.1. Conduct a budget workshop for the upcoming Fiscal year 2026-2027.
Oscar Ortiz presented the proposed budget. The Board went line-by-line and
made some adjustments and the board has a balanced budget for FY2026-
2027 that will be approved on September 1, 2026.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider $16.75M in bonds for water, sewer projects
The Venus City Council will hold a work session on the 2026-2027 budget, tax rates, and a water/sewer rate study, followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include public hearings and ordinances to annex 155 acres at 202 E Highway 67, consider up to $16.75 million in water/sewer improvement bonds, and discuss a proposed water/sewer rate increase.
- Public hearing and ordinance to annex 155.111 acres at 202 E Highway 67
- Ordinance authorizing up to $16,750,000 in combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation for water/sewer projects
- Ordinance authorizing up to $7,000,000 in general obligation refunding bonds
- Discussion and consideration of a water/sewer rate increase
- Discussion on abolishing the Planning and Zoning Commission
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✓ Decided: Council approves $16.75M water/sewer bonds and annexes 155 acres
The Venus City Council approved ordinances authorizing up to $16.75 million in certificates of obligation for water and sewer improvements and up to $7 million in refunding bonds. It also unanimously approved annexing 155.111 acres at 202 E Highway 67 with initial AG zoning, and voted 3-1 to abolish the Planning and Zoning Commission. Water and sewer rates were increased using scenario #2 by a 3-1 vote.
- Approved $16.75M water/sewer certificates of obligation (4-0)
- Approved $7M general obligation refunding bonds (4-0)
- Annexed 155.111 acres at 202 E Highway 67 (4-0)
- Initial AG zoning for annexed property approved (4-0)
- Abolished Planning and Zoning Commission (3-1)
- Approved water/sewer rate increase using scenario #2 (3-1)
- Authorized Fire Chief to sell Tanker 72 for at least $235,000 (4-0)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Johnson County for housing Class C misdemeanor prisoners (4-0)
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City Council
Monday, August 10, 2026 - 5:30 PM
City Council Work Session at 5:30pm followed by Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm.
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Discuss potential tax rates for 2026-2027 budget.
1.3. Discuss proposed Library donation in current budget and future budgets.
1.4. Discussion regarding any regular agenda items.
1.5. Discuss the Water/Sewer Rate Study.
1.6. Discussion regarding medical, dental and vision rates for fiscal year 2026-2027.
1.7. Adjourn.
2. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
3. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5. Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the co …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
City Council Work Session at 5:30pm followed by Regular Council Meeting at 7:00pm.
AUGUST 10, 2026
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
Mayor Galaviz called the work session to order at 5:30pm.
1.2. Discuss potential tax rates for 2026-2027 budget.
1.3. Discuss proposed Library donation in current budget and future budgets.
1.4. Discussion regarding any regular agenda items.
1.5. Discuss the Water/Sewer Rate Study.
1.6. Discussion regarding medical, dental and vision rates for fiscal year 2026-
2027.
1.7. Adjourn.
Mayor Galaviz adjourned the meeting at 7:12 pm.
2. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 05:30 PM, City Attorney Halla gave
the Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Tony Bovinich, Michelle Hamm,
Alicia Rosales, and Raymond Jackman.
Councilmember absent: Teresa Hoffman.
Staff present: James Hawthorne, City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen,
Chief McGinty, Chief Hargrove, Becky Wilkins, Scott Williams, Oscar Ortiz, and
Ron Hearn.
3. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. .
Please remain respectfully quiet. .
4. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:30
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
VCSDC to consider fiscal year 2026-2027 annual budget
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation will hold a work session and discussion regarding the 2026-2027 annual budget. The body will also consider potential real property purchases in executive session.
- Approval of fiscal year 2026-2027 Annual Budget
- Discussion of donation amount to Venus Independent School District for the library
- Potential purchase of real property in downtown Venus
- Potential purchase of real property along FM 1807
- Potential purchase of real property along CR 110 and in the La Chaussee Subdivision
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✓ Decided: VCSDC approves $22,500 library donation, balanced budget
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation approved a balanced budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 without using fund balance, and approved a $22,500 donation to the Venus Independent School District library, regardless of a city match. The board also approved the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes. No action was taken on the annual budget or executive session items.
- Approved meeting minutes from April 7, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved balanced budget without using fund balance (5-0)
- Approved $22,500 library donation to Venus ISD, regardless of city match (4-0-1, Russell abstained)
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Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular VCSDC Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2. Citizen Public Comment Period:
3. Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on April 7, 2026.
4. WORK SESSION:
4.1. Budget work session for the VCSDC fiscal year 2026-2027 annual budget.
5. Discussion and Consideration Items:
The VCSDC reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time in
the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by
the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private
consultation with attorney for the city).
5.1. Discuss and consider projected income for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
5.2. Discuss and consider whether or not to use fund balance to balance the budget.
5.3. Discuss and consider the Pinnacle savings account and the TexPool balance.
5.4. Discuss and consider an amount to donate to the Venus Independent School District for
the library.
5.5. Discuss and consider approval of fiscal year 2026-2027 Annual Budget.
6. Executive Session:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, SECTION 551.001, ET SEQ. THE
VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION WILL RECESS INTO
EXECUTIVE SESSION (CLOSED MEETING) TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING: 551.072-
Deliberation reg …
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VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
MEETING MINUTES
Regular VCSDC Meeting
AUGUST 4, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Chair, Joe Russell, called the meeting to order at 06:35 PM and gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Joe Russell, Jeannie Prazak, Katie Drambareanu,
Michelle Crane, and De'Jour Burton.
Staff present: James Hawthorne, Callie Driggars, Oscar Ortiz, and Scott Williams.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
1. Alicia Rosales - 1215 CR 213 — Spoke regarding financials and how the money
is spent. Lots of questions about the funds. ;
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on April 7, 2026.
| make a motion to approve the meeting minutes from April 7, 2026.
Moved by: Jeannie Prazak
Seconded by: Katie Drambareanu
For: Unanimous. Motion carried Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0.
WORK SESSION: ;
4.1. Budget work session for the VCSDC fiscal year 2026-2027 annual budget.
Oscar Ortiz presented.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The VCSDC reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public 2
any time in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda,
pursuant to authorization by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS :
GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with attorney for
the city).
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider adopting Water Master Plan, discuss budget and tax rates
The work session will feature presentations on the FY26-27 Police Department budget, a review from the Finance Director, and discussions on tax rates, water/sewer rates, and the city's master fee schedule. The regular meeting includes a presentation from Venus ISD on the library, followed by action items: a donation to the school district for the library, an appointment to the Community Service Development Corporation, an amendment to the Kimley Horn project order, and adoption of the Water Master Plan.
- FY26-27 budget presentation for Police Department
- Discussion of tax rates by Finance Director
- Discussion of water and sewer rates
- Consideration of donation to Venus ISD for the library
- Consideration of adoption of City of Venus Water Master Plan
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City Council
Monday, July 27, 2026 - 5:30 PM
City Council Work Session at 5:30 pm Followed by Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm.
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Fiscal Year 26-27 Budget Presentations for Police Department.
1.3. Budget Review from Finance Director
1.4. Discussion regarding tax rates from Finance Director
1.5. Discuss Water and Sewer Rates and existing study
1.6. Discuss City of Venus Master Fee Schedule.
1.7. Discuss regular session agenda items.
1.8. Adjourn.
2. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
3. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5. Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 18:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Venus P&Z to consider zoning 155 acres to Agricultural
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hear a public hearing to zone 155.111 acres to the Agricultural District at 202 E Highway 67. The body will then discuss and vote on the recommendation to approve the zoning.
- Public hearing for zoning 155.111 acres to Agricultural District
- Approval of February 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Zoning recommendation for 202 E Highway 67, Venus, Texas 76084
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Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, July 23, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Planning & Zoning Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2. Citizen Public Comment Period:
3. Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular Planning and Zoning meeting on February 26,
2026.
4. Public Hearings and Action Items:
4.1. Conduct a Public Hearing for initial zoning to AG (Agricultural) District. Being 155.111
acres out of the Radford Berry Survey, Abstract 26, Johnson County, Texas; 202 E
Highway 67, Venus, Texas 76084.
Open Public Hearing:
Close Public Hearing:
4.2. Discuss and consider the recommendation to approve the zoning to AG (Agricultural).
5. Adjournment:
The Planning and Zoning Commission reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the public, at
any time in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the
Texas Open Meetings Act, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with
attorney for the city). This is to certify that a copy of this Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at
City Hall, 700 W. Hwy 67 Venus, Texas and at a place readily accessible to the public at all times and on the
City’s website, www.cityofvenus.org, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026
________________________
Callie Driggars, TRMC
City Secretary
For more information o …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider police vehicle purchase and $100k fire station renovations
The Venus City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several board and commission appointments, ordinance amendments, and resolutions. Notably, they will consider authorizing purchase of two police command vehicles and up to $100,000 for renovations to the new fire station. An executive session is scheduled to discuss sales tax allocations and a wastewater treatment plant lease agreement.
- Discuss and consider resolution to purchase two command vehicles for Police Department
- Discuss and consider resolution authorizing up to $100,000 for fire station renovations
- Discuss and consider ordinance amending Chapter 36 for Venus Community Service Development Corporation membership
- Appointments for Places 1, 5, and 7 on the Venus Community Service Development Corporation and Places 1 and 5 on Planning and Zoning Commission
- Executive session on sales tax allocations and wastewater treatment plant lease with AUC
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✓ Decided: Council approves fire station renovations and new police vehicles
City Council approved funding for fire station renovations and the purchase of two police command vehicles. The council also appointed members to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Community Service Development Corporation and updated related city ordinances.
- Approved $100,000 for New Fire Station building renovations (5-0)
- Approved purchase of two command vehicles for Police Department including upfitting (5-0)
- Nominated Jeannie Prazak to Place 1, Venus Community Service Development Corporation (5-0)
- Nominated De'jour Burton to Place 5, Venus Community Service Development Corporation (5-0)
- Nominated Billy Flower to Place 1, Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance amending Chapter 36, subsection 36-51(b) (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance amending Chapter 36, subsection 36-55(a) (5-0)
- Authorized Finance Director and City Administrator to transact with Texas Range Investment Pool (5-0)
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City Council
Monday, July 13, 2026 - 7:00 PM
City Council Work Session at 5:30 pm Followed by Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm.
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Discussion regarding regular session agenda items.
1.3. Adjourn.
2. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
3. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5. Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
5.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on June 22, 2026.
5.2. …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
City Council Work Session at 5:30 pm Followed by Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm.
1.
JULY 13, 2026
WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
Mayor Galaviz called the work session to order at 05:32 PM.
1.2. Discussion regarding regular session agenda items.
1.3. Adjourn.
Mayor Galaviz adjourned the work session at 06:27 PM.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 07:00 PM. The City Attorney, Halla
gave the Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge of the Texas
Flag. .
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Michelle Hamm, Alicia Rosales, and Raymond Jackman.
Staff present: James Hawthorne, City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen,
Chief Hargrove, Becky Wilkins, Scott Williams, Johnny Coker, Ron Hearn, and
Officer Yates.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or expla …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Venus City Council to hold budget workshop
The City Council is holding a special called work session. The meeting consists of a workshop and discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
- Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget
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City Council
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - 5:30 PM
SPECIAL CALLED CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Budget workshop and discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
2. Adjournment:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the public, at any time in the course
of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas Open Meetings
Act, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with attorney for the city).
This is to certify that a copy of this Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall, 700
W. Hwy 67 Venus, Texas and at a place readily accessible to the public at all times and to the City’s
website www.cityofvenus.org, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 on or before 5:30 pm.
________________________
Callie Driggars, TRMC
City Secretary
For more information or a copy of the Open Meetings Act, please contact the Attorney General of
Texas at 1-800-252-8011. This building is wheelchair accessible. Any requests for Interpretive
Services must be made 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. To make arrangements,
please call 972-366-3348.
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Time:_____________
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to review FY 26-27 budget, discuss Meadow Ridge drainage
The Venus City Council will hold a work session on the Fiscal Year 26-27 budget, followed by a regular meeting. Items include discussion of drainage issues in Meadow Ridge and executive session on an impact fee audit and a legal letter regarding Brahman Ranch.
- Fiscal Year 26-27 Budget Presentations
- Discussion regarding the drainage issue in Meadow Ridge
- Executive session: third-party audit report with regard to impact fees
- Executive session: letter from Miskimon Management, LLC's attorney regarding Brahman Ranch
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City Council
Monday, June 22, 2026 - 7:00 PM
City Council Work Session at 5:30 pm followed by Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm.
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Fiscal Year 26-27 Budget Presentations.
1.3. Adjourn Work Session.
2. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
3. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5. Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
5.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on June 8, 2026.
6. P …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to consider $16.75M bond for water and sewer improvements
The work session will include presentations on infrastructure and a plan of finance. At the regular meeting, the council will consider authorizing up to $16.75 million in certificates of obligation for water and sewer system improvements. The consent agenda includes budgeted equipment purchases totaling over $255,000 and an ordinance on ETJ release and a conduct and social media policy. Discussion items also cover renovations to the Fire Station and Public Works buildings using 2020 bond funds, a striping project with TxDOT, and policies on development agreements.
- Discuss and consider Resolution directing publication of notice to issue up to $16,750,000 in Combination Tax Revenue Certificates of Obligation for water and sewer improvements
- Authorization of budgeted purchase of Cimline M1-150 crack sealer ($78,906), Case Skid Steer combo ($111,304.11), and Case Mini-Excavator ($64,961.16)
- Discuss and consider authorization of 2020 Bonds funds for renovations to Fire Station and Public Works buildings
- Discuss and consider ordinance amending powers and duties of City Administrator and creating a vacancy section
- Executive session discussions on three city-owned properties and a legal letter regarding Brahman Ranch
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✓ Decided: Council authorizes $16.75M bond notice for water/sewer improvements
The Venus City Council approved a resolution directing publication of notice of intention to issue up to $16,750,000 in combination tax revenue certificates of obligation for water and sewer system improvements. The council also authorized spending 2020 bond funds for renovations to city buildings, approved a striping project with TxDOT, and adopted a policy requiring termination dates in development agreements. Several consent agenda items were approved, including equipment purchases and a social media policy for boards and commissions.
- Approved resolution to publish notice of intent to issue up to $16,750,000 in COs for water/sewer improvements (5-0)
- Authorized expenditure of 2020 bond funds for renovations to city buildings including Public Works (5-0)
- Approved striping project with TxDOT for line relocations on 157 and railroad crossings (4-0)
- Adopted policy requiring development agreements to contain a termination date (5-0)
- Directed City Administrator to audit all current development agreements (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $78,906 crack sealer, $111,304.11 skid steer, $64,961.16 mini-excavator (5-0)
- Approved ordinance adding Section 36-35 'Conduct and Social Media Policy' (5-0)
- Approved ETJ release ordinance for Cumulus Land Enterprise (5-0)
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City Council
Monday, June 8, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Work Session at 5:30pm followed by Regular Council Meeting at 6:30pm
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
1.2. Infrastructure presentation with discussion.
1.3. Presentation on Plan of Finance with discussion.
1.4. Discussion regarding regular session agenda items.
1.5. Adjourn
2. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
3. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
4. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
5. Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recom …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Work Session at 5:30pm followed by Regular Council Meeting at 6:30pm
JUNE 8, 2026
WORK SESSION:
1.1. Call to order.
Mayor Galaviz called the work session to order at 5
1.2. Infrastructure presentation with discussion.
1.3. Presentation on Plan of Finance with discussion.
1.4. Discussion regarding regular session agenda items.
1.5. Adjourn
Mayor Galaviz adjourned the work session at 6:42 p.m..
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 07:02 PM., City Attorney, Halla gave
the Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Alicia Rosales, Michelle Hamm, and Raymond Jackman.
Staff present: James Hawthorne, City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen,
Chief Smith, Chief Hargrove, Becky Wilkins, Scott Williams, Oscar Ortiz, Randy
Goucher and Ron Hearn.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council …
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Venus City Council to canvass May 2 election results and swear in new members
The City Council will certify the results of the May 2 General and Special Elections and administer the Oath of Office to new members. The body will also review the 2024-2025 financial audit and discuss a drainage issue in Meadow Ridge.
- Canvass of May 2, 2026 General and Special Election votes
- Approval of FY 2024-2025 financial audit
- Election of a Mayor Pro Tem
- Proposed consolidation of Venus Community Services Economic Development bank accounts from Pinnacle to TexPool
- Discussion of drainage issues in Meadow Ridge
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City Council
Monday, May 11, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2. Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3. Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4. Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on April 13, 2026.
4.2. Monthly financial report for March 2026.
4.3. Quarterly Investment Report, Q1 2026
5. Canvass:
5.1. Canvass the votes for the City of Venus General and Special Election …
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Venus City Council to appoint board member and review wastewater plan
The Venus City Council will meet on April 13, 2026, to consider routine approvals, recognize a city employee, and discuss two key items: an appointment to the Venus Community Service Development Corporation and adoption of the 2026 Wastewater Master Plan. The meeting includes a public hearing period, though no specific public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Approve Interlocal Agreement for Providing Emergency Services with Ellis County ESD #2
- Recognition of Employee for 5 years of Dedicated Service - Garrett Spurlock
- Discuss and consider an appointment to the Venus Community Service Development Corporation Place 5
- Discuss and consider the adoption of the 2026 Wastewater Master Plan
- Executive Session to discuss delinquent taxes, PID assessments, and city staff reviews
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✓ Decided: Council approves wastewater master plan, appointments, and foreclosure actions
The Venus City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes and an emergency services agreement with Ellis County ESD #2. They appointed Ernie Maggard to the Community Service Development Corporation Place 5 and adopted the 2026 Wastewater Master Plan. In executive session, they directed foreclosure procedures on delinquent tax properties and amended the Interim City Administrator's contract to full-time hours.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and ESD #2 agreement (5-0)
- Appointed Ernie Maggard to Community Service Development Corporation Place 5 (5-0)
- Adopted 2026 Wastewater Master Plan (5-0)
- Directed Perdue Brandon to begin foreclosure procedures on delinquent tax properties (5-0)
- Amended Interim City Administrator contract to full-time hours (5-0)
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City Council
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on March 23, 2026.
4.2. Approve Interlocal Agreement for Providing Emergency Services with Ellis County ESD #2.
4.3. Citywide staff reports for March 2026.
5.
Presentation and Proclamat …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Council Meeting
APRIL 13, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:32 PM, City Attorney Halla gave
the Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Sheryl Kiser, Michelle Hamm, and Drew Wilson.
Staff present: James Hawthorne, City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen,
Chief Smith, Becky Wilkins, Scott Williams, Garrett Spurlock, Ron Hearn and
Officer Yates.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet. Spoke about the 360 extension and upcoming
meeting in Grand Prairie.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
Ray Jackman - 102 Lonestar Ave. - Spoke on several city issues.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require
little or no deliberation, or are routine by the …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 18:30
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
VCSDC to discuss property purchases, bank consolidation, and strategic plan
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss funding and expenditures, consolidating a bank account, website content, logo adoption, a mission statement, and a strategic plan. The board will also enter executive session to discuss potential real property purchases in several locations around Venus.
- Ratify February 2026 monthly financial report
- Consolidate Pinnacle Bank account into TexPool account
- Adopt a logo and mission statement for VCSDC
- Discuss strategic plan for VCSDC
- Executive session on potential property purchases downtown, along FM 1807, CR 110, and in La Chaussee Subdivision
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✓ Decided: Venus VCSDC approves February funding report and bank consolidation
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation unanimously approved its February 2026 funding and expenditures report, and consolidated its Pinnacle Bank account into the TexPool account. The board also discussed website content, a logo, a mission statement, and a strategic plan, with logo and mission statement votes deferred to the next meeting. No action was taken on potential real property purchases discussed in executive session.
- Approved minutes from March 10, 2026 special meeting (5-0)
- Approved February 2026 funding and expenditures report (5-0)
- Consolidated Pinnacle Bank account into TexPool account (5-0)
- Deferred logo adoption to next meeting after discussion
- Deferred mission statement vote to next meeting after discussion
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Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular VCSDC Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
3.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the special meeting called on March 10, 2026.
4.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation reserves the right to meet in
Executive Session closed to the public at any time in the course of this meeting to discuss
matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS
GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with attorney for the city).
4.1. Discuss and consider VCSDC funding and expenditures and ratifying the monthly report for
February 2026.
4.2. Discuss and consider consolidating the Pinnacle Bank account into the TexPool account.
4.3. Discuss and consider the content for the Venus Community Service Development
Corporation website.
4.4. Discuss and consider adoption of a logo for the Venus Community Service Development
Corporation.
4.5. Discuss and consider a Mission Statement for Venus Community Service Development
Corporation.
4.6. Discuss and consider a strategic plan for Venus Community Service Development
Corporation.
5.
Executive Session:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, SECTION 551.001, ET SE …
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VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
MEETING MINUTES
Regular VCSDC Meeting
APRIL 7, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Chair, Joe Russell, called the meeting to order at 06:30 PM, gave the Invocation,
and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Boardmembers present: Joe Russell, Jeannie Prazak, Raymond Jackman, Katie
Drambareanu. and Michelle Crane.
Boardmember absent: Elisabeth Livingstone.
Staff present: Callie Driggars, Becky Wilkins, Oscar Ortiz, Officer Yates, Garrett
Spurlock, and Scott Williams.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
No public speakers.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the special meeting called on March 10,
2026.
| make a motion to approve meeting minutes from the special meeting called
on March 10, 2026.
Moved by: Raymond Jackman
Seconded by: Jeannie Prazak
For: Unanimous. Motion carried Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation reserves the right to
meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time in the course of this
meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the
Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071
(Private consultation with attorney for the city).
4.1. Discuss and consider VCSDC funding and expenditures and ratifying the
monthly report for February 2026.
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Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to update utility fees, buy bunker gear, discuss WWTP lease
The Venus City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 23, 2026. The agenda includes routine consent items, a discussion on updating the Master Fee Schedule for utility billing, an appointment to a community development board, and an infrastructure update. The council will also enter executive session to discuss options for an equipment lease related to the Brahman Ranch WWTP.
- Purchase of bunker gear approved for Johnson County ESD #1 reimbursement, $67,620.00
- Resolution to repeal and replace Master Fee Schedule, updating 'Utility Billing' for Frontier rate increases effective 4/1/2026
- Appointment to Venus Community Service Development Corporation Place 5
- 2026 State of the Infrastructure Update
- Executive session: options for equipment lease with AUC for Brahman Ranch WWTP
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✓ Decided: Council updates utility billing fees for Frontier rate increases
The council approved a resolution repealing and replacing the Master Fee Schedule to update the Utility Billing section with Frontier rate increases effective 4/1/2026, passing 3-2. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including purchase of bunker gear for $67,620. No action was taken on a board appointment or executive session items.
- Approved resolution updating Master Fee Schedule for Frontier utility rates (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including $67,620 bunker gear purchase (5-0)
- No action taken on Venus Community Service Development Corporation Place 5 appointment
- No action taken on executive session items
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City Council
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of meeting minutes for special called meeting on March 4, 2026.
4.2. Approval of meeting minutes for regular called meeting on March 9, 2026.
4.3. Ratify monthly report and bills for February 2026.
4.4. Approval to Purchase …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Council Meeting
MARCH 23, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:30 PM, James Burgess gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Sheryl Kiser, Michelle Hamm, and Drew Wilson.
Staff present: James Hawthorne, City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen,
Chief Smith, Chief Hargrove, Becky Wilkins, Oscar Ortiz, Ron Hearn and Scott
Williams.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
1. Oscar Oriz — Venus City Hall — Spoke regarding the new Venus Drug Store
grand opening on March 30, 2026, at 2:00pm and extended an invitation to council
and the public.
2. James Burgess — 501 S Locust St. — Spoke regarding item 7.3, State of the
Infrastructure.
Consent Agenda:
All mat …
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Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
City Council workshop on infrastructure state
The Venus City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the state of the city's infrastructure. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no other business or decisions listed.
- Workshop discussion: State of the Infrastructure
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City Council
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - 6:30 PM
WORKSHOP
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order:
2.
WORKSHOP:
2.1. State of the Infrastructure.
3.
Adjournment:
This is to certify that a copy of this Notice of Workshop was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall, 700
W. Hwy 67 Venus, Texas and at a place readily accessible to the public at all times and to the City’s
website www.cityofvenus.org, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
________________________
Callie Driggars, TRMC
City Secretary
For more information or a copy of the Open Meetings Act, please contact the Attorney General of
Texas at 1-800-252-8011. This building is wheelchair accessible. Any requests for Interpretive
Services must be made 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. To make arrangements,
please call 972-366-3348.
Removed:___________
Time:_____________
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 18:30
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
VCSDC to consider changing meeting time and discuss website content
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation is holding a special called meeting to discuss and consider amending its meeting time from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm, and to discuss content for its web hosting and domain acquisition, including layout, structure, and other website elements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and ratification of the February 2026 monthly report, plus a public comment period.
- Consider amending VCSDC meeting time from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm
- Discussion on web hosting and domain acquisition content (layout, structure, page flow, logo, colors, newsletter, accessibility, email accounts)
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 6, 2026
- Ratify monthly report for February 2026
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Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Special Called VCSDC Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
3.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the regular called meeting on January 6, 2026.
3.2. Ratify the monthly report for February 2026.
4.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time
in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization
by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private
consultation with attorney for the city).
4.1. Discuss and consider amending the Venus Community Service Development Corporation
meeting time from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
4.2. Discussion regarding the content for the Venus Community Service Development
Corporation web hosting and domain acquisition such as layout, structure, page flow, logo,
colors, newsletter, accessibility, and email accounts.
4.3. Future Agenda Items.
5.
Adjournment:
The VCSDC reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the public, at any time in the
course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas
Open Meetings Act, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private co …
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VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
MEETING MINUTES
Special Called VCSDC Meeting
MARCH 10, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Chair, Joe Russell called the meeting to order at 06:33 PM, gave the Invocation,
and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Boardmembers present: Joe Russell, Jeannie Prazak, Raymond Jackman, Katie
Drambareanu, Michelle Crane and Elisabeth Livingstone.
Staff present: Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen, Scott Williams and Oscar Ortiz.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
No public speakers.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the regular called meeting on January 6,
2026.
| make a motion to approve the consent agenda item 3.1 meeting minutes for
the regular called meeting on January 6, 2026.
Moved by: Raymond Jackman
Seconded by: Jeannie Prazak
For: Unanimous. Motion carried Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0.
3.2. Ratify the monthly report for February 2026.
| make a motion to remove 3.2 from the consent agenda.
Moved by: Raymond Jackman
Seconded by: Jeannie Prazak ;
For: Unanimous. Motion carried Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the
public at any time in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the
agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS
GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with attorn …
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Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to vote on zoning change for 91-acre manufactured home subdivision at 1350 FM 1807
The Venus City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone approximately 91 acres at 1350 FM 1807 from Agricultural (AG) to Manufactured Home Subdivision (MHS). The council will also discuss an appointment to the Community Service Development Corporation, consider an ordinance for a designated election sign location, and conduct interviews for the City Administrator position in executive session. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including election judge appointments and meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and ordinance for zoning change from AG to MHS at 1350 FM 1807 (approx. 91.27 acres)
- Resolution appointing Election Judge and Alternate for May 2, 2026 elections
- Ordinance to amend sign ordinance for designated election sign location
- Appointment to Venus Community Service Development Corporation Place 5
- Executive session for City Administrator interviews
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City Council
Monday, March 9, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of a Resolution appointing the Election Judge and Alternate Election Judge for
the May 2, 2026 General and Special Elections.
4.2. Approval of meeting minutes for special called on February 25, 2026.
4.3. Citywide staff report …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Council Meeting
MARCH 9, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:31 PM, Attorney Halla gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Sheryl Kiser and
Michelle Hamm.
Councilmembers absent: Tony Bovinich and Drew Wilson.
Staff present: City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen, Chief Smith, James
Hawthorne, Scott Williams, Ron Hearn, Oscar Ortiz, and numerous Peace
Officers.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet. Mayor Pro Tem, under the weather, and
Councilmember Wilson, who is caught up at work, announced that it's Halla's
birthday tomorrow, and introduced and welcomed, Interim City Administrator,
James Hawthorne.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please tum in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
No public speakers.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under …
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Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Venus City Council holds special called meeting on March 4, 2026
This is a special called meeting of the Venus City Council. The agenda includes a potential executive session to discuss City Administrator interviews regarding personnel matters.
- Executive session regarding City Administrator interviews
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City Council
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Special Called Council Meeting
700 W. US HWY 67
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
5.
Presentation and Proclamations:
6.
Public Hearings and Action Items:
7.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time
in the course of this meeti …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Special Called Council Meeting
MARCH 4, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Pro Tem Bovinich called the meeting to order at 06:30 PM, gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich, Sheryl Kiser, Michelle
Hamm and Drew Wilson arrived at 6:51pm.
Councilmembers absent: Alejandro Galaviz.
Staff present:Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen, Chief Smith and James Hawthorne.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please tum in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
None.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require
little or no deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then
an item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately.
Otherwise, approval of the consent agenda authorizes the City Admini …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026 · 18:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to hold public hearing on rezoning 91-acre farm to manufactured-home subdivision
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission will open a public hearing on a proposed zoning change for a 91.27-acre parcel at 1350 FM 1807 from Agriculture to Manufactured Home Subdivision. After the hearing, commissioners will discuss and may recommend an ordinance to approve the change.
- Public hearing on rezoning 1350 FM 1807 from AG to MHS District (91.27 acres)
- Consideration of ordinance authorizing zoning change for 1350 FM 1807 (91.89 acres)
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Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, February 26, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Planning & Zoning Meeting
700 W. US HWY 67
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
3.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes for regular meeting on October 23, 2025.
4.
Public Hearings and Action Items:
4.1. Conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning change for approximately 91.270 acre parcel
of land, known as 1350 FM 1807, from AG (Agriculture) District to MHS (Manufactured
Home Subdivision) District.
Open Public Hearing:
Close Public Hearing:
Discuss and consider a recommendation of an ordinance to authorize a zoning change
from AG (Agriculture) District to MHS (Manufactured Home Subdivision) District located at
1350 FM 1807, Venus, Texas 76084, being approximately 91.89 acres legally described as
being part of the J.T. Cadenhead Survey, Abstract 134, Johnson County, Texas.
5.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time
in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, pursuant to authorization
by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 551.071 (Private
consultation with attorney for the city).
6.
Adjournment:
The Planning and Zoning Commission reserves the right to meet in Executive Session, closed to the pub …
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Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Venus City Council to discuss sales tax allocations and personnel matters
The Venus City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss sales tax allocations and to consider personnel matters involving the City Administrator and Interim City Administrator in executive session. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving meeting minutes and ratifying monthly financial reports for December 2025 and January 2026.
- Discussion on Sales Tax Allocations
- Executive session on employment of City Administrator and Interim City Administrator
- Approval of minutes for Feb 5 and Feb 9, 2026 meetings
- Ratification of bills and financial reports for Dec 2025 and Jan 2026
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City Council
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Special Called Council Meeting
Venus City Hall
700 W. US HWY 67
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of meeting minutes for special called on February 5, 2026.
4.2. Approval of meeting minutes for the regular meeting on February 9, 2026.
4.3. Ratifying bills and monthly financial report for the month …
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1.
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Special Called Council Meeting
FEBRUARY 25, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:30 PM, City Attorney Halla gave
the Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Sheryl Kiser, Michelle Hamm and Drew Wilson.
Staff present: City Attorney, Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen, Chief Hargrove,
Scott Williams, Officer Yates.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please tum in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
No public speakers.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require
little or no deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then
an item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately.
Otherwise, approval of the consent agenda autho …
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Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to consider hiring new Community Service Development Corp director
The Venus City Council is meeting to handle routine consent agenda items, including approving minutes, an investment report, and resolutions adjusting election polling dates. They will also consider releasing about 703 acres from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, amending the Fire Marshal ordinance, and appointing a board member. A key action item is approving the hire of Oscar Ortiz as director of the Venus Community Service Development Corporation, and they will discuss engineering services for the Palladium wastewater system upgrade. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters involving the City Administrator and Police Chief.
- Release of approximately 703.272 acres from the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ)
- Resolution amending election polling to close April 21, 2026 (San Jacinto Day)
- Ordinance replacing Fire Marshal section (Chapter 18, Article III, Section 18-39)
- Appointment to Venus Community Service Development Corporation Place 5
- Approval of hiring Oscar Ortiz as Director of Venus Community Service Development Corporation
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City Council
Monday, February 9, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of meeting minutes from the regular called meeting on January 12, 2026.
4.2. Quarterly Investment Report
4.3. Citywide staff reports.
4.4. Approval of a Resolution amending Resolution No. 01-2026-01 ordering the general …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Council Meeting
FEBRUARY 9, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:30 PM, the City Attorney gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Sheryl Kiser, Michelle Hamm and Drew Wilson.
Staff present: City Attorney, Melissa Westen, Chief Hargrove, Becky Wilkins,
Oscar Ortiz, Acting Police Chief Chris Smith, Garrett Suprlock, Ron Hearn, and
several Police Officers.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
1. Jake Petty - 9409 CR 109, Alvarado - Running for County Commission Pct. 4.
2. Will Keeton — 309 E Patton Ave., Alvarado - Running or District Attorney
3. Crystal Chavez — 600 S Parkway Dr., Alvarado - Spoke in favor of Officer Chris
Smith being the Interim Police …
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Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Venus City Council to discuss police chief personnel matters in closed session
The Venus City Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct routine procedural items and enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the police chief and interim police chief. No public decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
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✓ Decided: Council directs attorney to amend ordinance limiting mayor's hiring power
The council held a special called meeting with no public speakers or action items. After a closed executive session on personnel matters, no formal action was taken, but direction was given to the City Attorney to amend the ordinance regulating the mayor's ability to hire interim personnel without council approval. The amendment is to be placed on the agenda for a vote at the next council meeting, with a special called meeting scheduled for February 16, 2026.
- Directed City Attorney to amend ordinance limiting mayor's hiring authority (no vote recorded)
- Scheduled special called meeting for February 16, 2026
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City Council
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Special Called Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during this section.
Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has five minutes. By law, the
Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda items. The Council may listen, ask brief
clarifying questions, provide factual responses, or explain existing policy.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
5.
Presentation and Proclamations:
6.
Public Hearings and Action Items:
7.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
8.
Executive Session:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, SECTION 551.001, ET SEQ. THE
CITY COUNCIL WILL RECESS …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Special Called Council Meeting
FEBRUARY 5, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:30 PM, Chief Hargrove gave the
Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Sheryl Kiser, Michelle Hamm and Drew Wilson arrived at 6:47pm.
Staff present: Callie Driggars, Melissa Westen, Chief Hargrove, Scott Williams,
Officer Yates, Garrett Spurlock and Machelle McAnally.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Anyone wishing to speak on an item not listed on the agenda may do so during
this section. Please turn in a speaker card to the City Secretary. Each speaker has
five minutes. By law, the Council cannot deliberate or take action on non-agenda
items. The Council may listen, ask brief clarifying questions, provide factual
responses, or explain existing policy.
No public speakers.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require
little or no deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then
an item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately.
Otherwise, ap …
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Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Venus City Council to order May 2026 election, consider street tax renewal
The Venus City Council will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, then discuss and consider several action items, including ordering a general election for May 2, 2026, to fill three council places, and a special election on the same date to reauthorize a quarter-cent sales tax for street maintenance. They will also discuss appointing an interim city administrator, a downtown mural proposal, and a joint election agreement with the school district. The agenda includes an executive session for potential action on unspecified matters.
- Resolution ordering General Election for May 2, 2026, for Council Places 3, 4, and 5
- Resolution ordering Special Election on May 2, 2026, for reauthorization of 1/4-cent sales tax for street maintenance
- Agreement with Venus ISD for joint election services
- Discussion on hiring or appointing an Interim City Administrator
- Discussion regarding painted murals in downtown Venus
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✓ Decided: Council orders May 2026 election for 3 seats and street-tax vote
The Venus City Council approved resolutions ordering a general election for May 2, 2026, to elect three councilmembers (Places 3, 4, and 5) and a special election for reauthorizing a quarter-cent sales tax for street maintenance. It also approved a joint election agreement with the Venus Independent School District. The council discussed but took no action on a downtown mural proposal and an interim city administrator search, directing staff to contact third-party companies. The consent agenda, including minutes and financial reports, was approved unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda including Dec 17, 2025 minutes and financial reports (4-0)
- Adopted resolution ordering May 2, 2026 general election for Places 3, 4, 5 (4-0)
- Adopted resolution ordering May 2, 2026 special election on 1/4-cent street tax (4-0)
- Approved joint election agreement with Venus ISD (4-0)
- No action on downtown mural discussion; referred to VCSDC
- No action on interim city administrator; staff directed to contact 3rd-party firms
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City Council
Monday, January 12, 2026 - 6:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment from the
audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor. Please remain respectfully
quiet.
3.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Thank you for your participation in tonight's Public Comments Session. This segment is a crucial
component of our local government meetings, where each speaker is allotted 5 minutes. While
the City Council and I consider all input, the Texas Open Meetings Act mandates that this be a
time for us to listen rather than engage in dialogue. Rest assured, our City Administrator and
City Secretary are diligently recording notes should any actions be necessary. When you are
ready, you may begin, and your time will start.
4.
Consent Agenda:
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no
deliberation, or are routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed
from the consent agenda and considered separately. Otherwise, approval of the consent
agenda authorizes the City Administrator to implement each item in accordance with staff’s
recommendation.
4.1. Approval of meeting minutes for Special called meeting on December 17, 2025. …
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Council Meeting
JANUARY 12, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Mayor Galaviz called the meeting to order at 06:31 PM, City Attorney Halla gave
the Invocation, and all led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
Councilmembers present: Alejandro Galaviz, Teresa Hoffman, Tony Bovinich,
Sheryl Kiser and Michelle Hamm.
Councilmembers absent: Drew Wilson .
Staff present: City Attorney, Callie Green, Melissa Westen, Ron Heam, Police
Officer Eddie, Scott Williams and three Firefighters.
Announcements from Mayor:
Cell phones are to be placed on vibrate/silent only. No conversation or comment
from the audience is permitted unless specifically called upon by the Mayor.
Please remain respectfully quiet. Budget season will be starting soon and some
may or may not know, but my wife is pregnant, and we are due around August 7th.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
Thank you for your participation in tonight's Public Comments Session. This
segment is a crucial component of our local government meetings, where each
speaker is allotted 5 minutes. While the City Council and | consider all input, the
Texas Open Meetings Act mandates that this be a time for us to listen rather than
engage in dialogue. Rest assured, our City Administrator and City Secretary are
diligently recording notes should any actions be necessary. When you are ready,
you may begin, and your time will start.
No publis …
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Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 18:00
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
VCSDC to consider appointing Vice Chair and interview EDC Director
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation is holding a regular meeting to discuss and consider the appointment of a Vice Chair and to conduct an executive session interview for the EDC Director position. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public comment period. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Appointment of a Vice Chair to the VCSDC
- Executive session interview for EDC Director
- Approval of December 2, 2025 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Venus board hires Oscar Ortiz as EDC director, salary up to $20K
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation approved hiring Oscar Ortiz as Economic Development Director with a salary not to exceed $20,000, contingent on Council approval. The board also elected Katie Drambareanu as Vice Chair in a 3-2 vote. Minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.
- Approved hiring Oscar Ortiz as Economic Development Director, salary not to exceed $20,000 (6-0)
- Elected Katie Drambareanu as Vice Chair (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including December 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
Venus Civic Center, Venus
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Venus Community Service Development Corporation
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Regular VCSDC Meeting
210 S. Walnut Street
Venus, Texas 76084
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to Texas Flag:
2.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
3.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes for Regular called meeting on December 2, 2025.
4.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
4.1. Discuss and consider the appointment of a Vice Chair to the Venus Community Service
Development Corporation.
4.2. Future agenda items:
5.
Executive Session:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, SECTION 551.001, ET SEQ. THE
VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION WILL RECESS INTO
EXECUTIVE SESSION (CLOSED MEETING) TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING: Section
551.074 (a)(1)- Personnel Matters.
5.1. Discussion regarding the employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline,
resignation, or dismissal of a city officer or employee, unless such officer or employee
requests a public hearing to wit: Interview for EDC Director.
5.2. Any action to be taken on Executive Session
6.
Adjournment:
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation reserves the right to meet in Executive
Session closed to the public at any time in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the
agenda, pursuant to authorization by the Texas Open Meetings Act TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE,
Chapter 551.071 (Private consultation with atto …
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VENUS COMMUNITY SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
MEETING MINUTES
Regular VCSDC Meeting
JANUARY 6, 2026
Call to Order, Roll Call, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to Texas
Flag:
Chair, Joe Russell, called the meeting to order at 06:01 PM. Russell gave the
Invocation, and Drambareanu led the Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the
Texas Flag.
Boardmembers present: Joe Russell, Jeannie Prazak, Raymond Jackman, Katie
Drambareanu, Michelle Crane and Dr. Elisabeth Livingstone arrived 6:07pm..
Staff present: Callie Green, Melissa Westen, Scott Williams and Oscar Ortiz.
Citizen Public Comment Period:
No public speakers.
Consent Agenda:
3.1. Approval of meeting minutes for Regular called meeting on December 2,
2025.
| make a motion to approve the consent agenda.
Moved by: Jeannie Prazak
Seconded by: Raymond Jackman
For: Unanimous. Motion carried Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0.
Discussion and Consideration Items:
4.1. Discuss and consider the appointment of a Vice Chair to the Venus
Community Service Development Corporation.
Jeannie Prazak made a nomination for Katie Drambareanu.
Raymon Jackman made a nomination for himself.
| make a motion to nominate Katie as Vice Chair.
Moved by: Jeannie Prazak
Seconded by: Katie Drambareanu
For: Jeannie Prazak, Katie Drambreanu and Joe Russell
Against: Michelle Crane and Raymong Jackman
Motion carried Yes 3, No 2, Abstained 0.
4.2. Future agenda items:
J. Prazak - VCSDC meeting times changed from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
Executi …
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Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments3,808 (53,171 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,884/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy22.8% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)
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Recorded votes
127
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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