Wichita Falls, TX

Name: City Council — Wichita Falls, TX
Start: 2026-07-28T18:30:00
Location: Delta Hotel - Sheppard Ballroom, Wichita Falls

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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to meet with Police Chief finalists

The City Council will attend a stakeholders meet and greet with Police Chief finalists. The notice states that no Council action will be taken, no deliberations will be held, and no Council business will be conducted.

Stakeholders Meet and Greet with Police Chief Finalists

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Delta Hotel - Sheppard Ballroom, Wichita Falls

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No tice of Quorum of the Wichita Falls City Council for Social Event Date: July 28, 2026 Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location: Delta Hotel, Sheppard Ballroom, 306 Travis Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301 Purpose: Stakeholders Meet and Greet with Police Chief Finalists No Council a ction will be t aken, no deliberations will be he ld, a nd no Council business will be conducted. CERTIFICATION I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the Wichita Falls Public Library, Wichita Falls, Texas, on the 22nd day of July, 2026, at 5: 00 o'clock p.m. ______ _______________________ City Clerk Notice of Quorum

Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:30

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Deltal Hotel - Sheppard Ballroom, Wichita Falls

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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 08:30

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Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 08:30

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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to vote on annexing 8.32 acres at 2500 Bacon Switch Road for commercial use

The Wichita Falls City Council will hold its regular meeting and consider several ordinance amendments, lease agreements, and contract awards. A public hearing and vote will be conducted on annexing approximately 8.32 acres at 2500 Bacon Switch Road and designating it General Commercial zoning. Additional resolutions will address water services, grant applications, and legal counsel retention.

Ordinance amendment to remove “Existing Prior to 1945” and change engineer requirement in Building Code Section 22-711
Monthly lease of a Pushback Tractor for $6,203.00 to Mercury GSE Rentals, LLC
Seal Coat Project contract awarded to Ronald R. Wagner & Co., LP for $665,087.12
Asphalt Rehabilitation Project contract awarded to Freeman Paving, L.L.C. for $2,274,352.95
Public hearing and action on annexing ~8.32 acres at 2500 Bacon Switch Road, designating General Commercial zoning

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on July 21, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Dr. Samuel Abbott Hospice of Wichita Falls 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Janice Bailey, Street Department b) Proclamation — National Parks and Recreation Month, City of Wichita Falls Parks and Recreation 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council, June 16, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) Tax Increment Financing #4 (TIF) Board, November 24, 2020 b) Water Resources Committee, September 8, 2025 c) Library Advisory Board, March 17, 2026 d) Construction Board of Adjustment Appeals, April 22, 2026 e) Wichita Falls Park Board, April 30, 2026 f) Board of Adjustment, May 20, 2026 g) Wichita Falls - Wichita County Public Health Board, June 5, 2026 8. Ordinances City Council Agenda Page 2 of 4 a) Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances Chapter 22, Article XII Existing Building Code, Section 22-711, 1401.2 Applicabi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes June 16, 2026 Page 1 of 10 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes June 16, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Pro-Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. 2. Invocation Major Roman Leal, Salvation Army, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Proclamation — Juneteenth Celebration, Spirit of Excellence Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth Day in Wichita Falls, Texas. b) Proclamation — National Homeownership Month, City of Wichita Falls Neighborhood Resources Division Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming June 2026 as National Homeownership Month in Wichita Falls, Texas. City Council Minutes June 16, 2026 Page 2 of 10 c) Proclamation — Housing Choice Voucher Awareness Day, City of Wichita Falls Housing Department Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming June 17, 2026, as Housing Choice Voucher Program Day in Wichita Falls, Texas. Items 10a and 11a were move [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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7 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

City Council considers water treatment contracts and infrastructure grants

The City Council will review several resolutions including a $4.9 million bulk chemical contract and a $20.9 million water infrastructure grant application. The meeting also includes a pre-budget workshop for fiscal year 2027 and updates on the police chief search process.

$4,990,139.38 for annual bulk chemicals for water and wastewater treatment
$20,916,600 water infrastructure and supply grant application to Texas Water Development Board
$195,281 appropriation for STD/HIV disease intervention specialists
$15,229.71 TxDOT Operation Slow Down 2026 grant revenue
$139,768.00 award for water meter boxes and lids to APSCO, Inc.

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on June 16, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Major Roman Leal, The Salvation Army of Wichita Falls 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Proclamation — Juneteenth Celebration, Spirit of Excellence b) Proclamation — National Homeownership Month, City of Wichita Falls Neighborhood Resources Division c) Proclamation — Housing Choice Voucher Awareness Day, City of Wichita Falls Housing Department 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council, June 2, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) Central Wichita Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Committee, March 3, 2026 b) Wichita Falls - Wichita County Public Health Board, March 13, 2026 c) Tax Increment Financing #3 Board, March 19, 2026 d) Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee, April 14, 2026 8. Ordinances a) Ordinance canceling the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on July 7, 2026 b) Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund in the amount of $195,281 for the Sexually Tra [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Consent Agenda

6 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council considers zoning changes and community development funding

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding zoning amendments for workforce housing and municipal procedures. The agenda also includes resolutions for fire station and police headquarters renovations and the allocation of community development funds.

Renovation of Fire Station 4 at 5514 Castle Dr via Bundy, Young, Sims, and Potter, Inc.
Renovation of Kirby Middle School into a Police Department Headquarters and Municipal Court Facility
Allocation of $1,225,910 in FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
Allocation of $346,455 in FY 2026-2027 HOME Investment Partnership Program funds
Appropriation of $10,000 for The Rescue Effect Campaign Grant from the ASPCA

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✓ Decided: Wichita Falls City Council approves consent agenda and holds public hearings

The City Council approved a consent agenda containing meeting minutes and several resolutions. The council also conducted public hearings regarding annual action plans for community development grants and proposed zoning amendments for temporary workforce housing.

Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
Held public hearing for FY 2026 Annual Action Plan and CDBG/HOME funding
Held public hearing for PY 2021 Annual Action Plan amendment regarding HOME-ARP funding
Held public hearing for zoning ordinance amendments regarding temporary workforce housing

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on June 2, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Pastor Christopher Readus, St. Mark's Global Methodist Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month — Paige Lessor, Legal/City Clerk b) Proclamation - June Elder Abuse Awareness Month, DFPS - Adult Protective Services c) Proclamation - Code Enforcement Officers Appreciation Week, City of Wichita Falls Code Enforcement Department d) Presentation - Letter of Recognition of Exceptional Attendance, Javin Torres, Legacy High School 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting, May 19, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) Board of Adjustment, November 20, 2024 b) Landmark Commission, February 24, 2026 c) Planning & Zoning Commission, April 8, 2026 d) Landmark Commission, April 21, 2026 8. Resolutions City Council Agenda Page 2 of 3 a) Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes June 2, 2026 Page 1 of 13 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes June 2, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Pro-Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. 2. Invocation Pastor Christopher Readus, St. Mark's Global Methodist Church, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month — Paige Lessor, Legal/City Clerk Mayor Short recognized Paige Lessor as Employee of the Month for June 2026 and shared a brief video. He congratulated Mrs. Lessor and presented her with a plaque, a letter of appreciation, dinner for two, and a check, and thanked her for her service. b) Proclamation - June Elder Abuse Awareness Month, DFPS - Adult Protective Services Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Wichita Falls, Texas. c) Proclamation - Code Enforcement Officers Appreciation Week, City of Wichita Falls Code Enforcement Department City Council Minutes June 2, 2026 Page 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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14 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea · Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue May 19, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council considers water utility contracts and economic development agreements

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding utility improvements, economic development funding, and airport studies. The agenda also includes an ordinance for the issuance of city certificates of obligation and a public hearing on a housing agency action plan.

Ordinance to abandon portions of Industrial Drive and Radio Lane for $116,400 sale to Westlake Pipe & Fittings Corporation
Resolution for 2026 Water Budget Utility Improvement Project contract with Insituform Technologies, LLC for $2,154,555.20
Resolution to fund Cobra Kai Flight Academy, LLC up to $300,000 for pilot training at Kickapoo Airport
Resolution to fund Miniature Wonders up to $360,000 for a project in Kiwanis Park
Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for an economic study at Kickapoo Downtown Airport not to exceed $192,779

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on May 19, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Pastor Virgil Nesbit, Jr., Antioch Baptist Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Proclamation - Emma Kasza-James Day, Midwestern State University Cycling Team b) Presentation - Wichita Falls Citizen's Academy Graduation 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting, May 5, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) Employee Benefits Trust Board, January 13, 2026 b) WFMPO Technical Advisory Committee, January 14, 2026 c) WFMPO Transportation Policy Committee, February 11, 2026 d) Wichita Falls Park Board, March 26, 2026 e) Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation, March 26, 2026 f) Wichita Falls 4B Sales Tax Corporation (WF4BSTC), April 2, 2026 8. Ordinances a) Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the necessary documents to abandon and close portions of Industrial Drive and Radio Lane, and convey ownership to Westlake Pipe & Fittings Corporation to allow expansion of C ity Council Agenda Page 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

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Consent Agenda

7 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue May 19, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

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Tue May 5, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council considers rezoning for a data center and golf course vehicle lease

The City Council will consider a public hearing and ordinance to rezone land at Airport Drive and Central Freeway for a data center. Other items include a contract for golf car leases and an appropriation for a TxDOT grant.

Rezoning of 2100 & 2226 Airport Drive and 3601 Central Freeway for a data center
Lease of 80 Yamaha gas golf cars for Champions Golf Course for $296,640
Appropriation of $15,229.71 from TxDOT for the Click It or Ticket 2026 Grant
Grant application for up to $309,000 for the SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant
Reappointment of Dan Tompkins as Substitute Judge of the Municipal Court

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning for a 100-acre data center campus

The City Council approved a request to rezone land near Airport Drive to a Planned Unit Development. The new zoning allows for a data center campus consisting of nine buildings totaling approximately 1.35 million square feet.

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Approved Ordinance 19-2026 to appropriate $15,229.71 in TxDOT grant revenue
Approved Ordinance 20-2026 to reappoint Dan Tompkins as Substitute Judge of the Municipal Court
Approved Resolution 44-2026 for a $296,640 lease of 80 Yamaha golf cars for Champions Golf Course
Approved Resolution 45-2026 to appoint Dana Ross to the Wichita-Wilbarger 9-1-1 District Board
Approved Resolution 46-2026 to apply for a SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant of up to $309,000
Approved rezoning of 2100 & 2226 Airport Drive and 3601 Central Freeway to Planned Unit Development

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on May 5, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Pastor Ben Murray, City Hope Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Nicholas Welden, Transit and Airports b) Presentation - Wichita Falls Youth of the Year, Boys & Girls Club c) Proclamation - Preservation Month, Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts & Culture and Wichita Falls Landmark Commission d) Proclamation - Foster Care Appreciation Month, Texas Family Initiative e) Proclamation - Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day, Wichita Falls Area Food Bank f) Proclamation - National Bike Month, Wichita Falls — Wichita County Public Health District 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) Construction Board of Adjustment & Appeals, November 10, 2022 b) Planning and Zoning Commission, March 11, 2026 8. Ordinances a) Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund in the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes May 5, 2026 Page 1 of 12 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes May 5, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Pro Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. 2. Invocation Pastor Ben Murray, City Hope Church, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Nicholas Welden, Transit and Airports Mayor Short recognized Nicholas Weldon as Employee of the Month for May 2026 and shared a brief video. He congratulated Mr. Weldon and presented him with a plaque, letter of appreciation, dinner for two, and a check, and thanked him for his service. b) Presentation - Wichita Falls Youth of the Year, Boys & Girls Club Mayor Short and Rachel Wolff, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Wichita Falls, presented certificates to the Youth of the Year Ka’lecia, Junior - Legacy High School, and finalists J’Quan, Sophomore - Legacy High School, Caroline, Junior - Memorial High School, and Rachel, Senior – Homeschool. c) Proc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Consent Agenda [Approve]

18 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea · Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea · Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council considers scoreboard replacement and structure demolition

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding a dangerous structure at 401 Broad Street and a contract for equipment at Kay Yeager Coliseum. The meeting also includes discussions on grant applications and potential real property negotiations.

Contract with Hoist Sales & Service, Inc. to replace a scoreboard hoist system at Kay Yeager Coliseum for $269,831
Ordinance regarding the demolition of a structure at 401 Broad Street
Grant application for $41,374 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance JAG Program with the Wichita County Sheriff's Office
Executive session regarding pending litigation or contemplated litigation

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✓ Decided: Council approves emergency scoreboard purchase and structure demolition

The City Council approved a $269,831 contract for a new scoreboard at Kay Yeager Coliseum. Additionally, the council moved to declare the building at 401 Broad Street a dangerous structure requiring demolition.

Approved $269,831 contract for Kay Yeager Coliseum scoreboard (7-0)
Authorized application for $41,374 BJA Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant (7-0)
Passed ordinance finding 401 Broad Street a dangerous structure requiring demolition within 30 days (7-0)

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on April 21, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Paul Meyenberg, Wichita Falls Fire Department Chaplain, Pastor First Methodist Church of Holliday 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Presentation – Mayor for the Day, Bailey Forrester b) Proclamation - National Home Visiting Week, Wichita Falls ISD, North TX United Way, and Community Healthcare Center c) Proclamation - Eric Ward Youth Leadership Day 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting, April 7, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) 4B Sales Tax Corporation (WF4BSTC), August 7, 2025 b) 4B Sales Tax Corporation (WF4BSTC), August 14, 2025 c) Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation, June 19, 2025 d) Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation, October 14, 2025 e) Wichita Falls - Wichita County Public Health Board, January 9, 2026 f) Planning and Zoning, January 14, 2026 g) City-County Homeless Advisory Committee, January 14, 2026 h) Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation, January 15, 2026 City Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes April 21, 2026 Page 1 of 13 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes April 21, 2026 1. Call to Order Bailey Forrester, Mayor for the day, called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Pro Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: 2. Invocation Paul Meyenberg, Wichita Falls Fire Department Chaplain, Pastor First Methodist Church of Holliday, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Presentation – Mayor for the Day, Bailey Forrester Mayor Short presented a certificate to Bailey Forrester for serving as Mayor for the Day in Wichita Falls, Texas, on April 20-21, 2026, and showed a video highlighting her experience. b) Proclamation - National Home Visiting Week, Wichita Falls ISD, North TX United Way, and Community Healthcare Center Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming April 20-24,2026, as National Home Visiting Week in Wichita Falls, Texas. c) Proclamation - Eric Ward Youth Leadership Day Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming April 16, 2026, as Eric Ward Youth Leadership Day in Wichita Falls, Texas. City Council Minutes April 21, 2026 Page 2 of 13 5. Citizen Comments Amanda Grace shared concerns from [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

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Consent Agenda

7 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

City Council to approve funding for public health, drainage, and economic development projects

The Wichita Falls City Council will consider approving appropriations for public health preparedness and grant funding, as well as drainage repairs and economic development incentives. The Council will also vote on ordinances to reduce school speed limits and rename a park.

Ordinance to reduce speed limit to 20 mph in City View Elementary zones
Resolution to award $230,844 drainage repair contract to Freeman Paving
Resolution to authorize up to $400,000 for University Town Center redevelopment
Resolution to authorize up to $640,000 for WPT Power expansion
Resolution to approve a forgivable loan up to $200,000 for New Day Empowerment Center

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✓ Decided: City Council approves park renaming and several economic development resolutions

The City Council approved a resolution to rename South Weeks Park to Kelly Crush Memorial Park. The council also passed a consent agenda containing multiple ordinances and resolutions regarding fund appropriations, speed limit changes, and drainage repairs.

Approved renaming South Weeks Park to Kelly Crush Memorial Park
Approved Ordinance 14-2026: $124,416 appropriation for Public Health Preparedness Program
Approved Ordinance 15-2026: $8,000 appropriation from Dallas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
Approved Ordinance 16-2026: Reduced speed limit in City View Elementary School zones to 20 mph
Approved Resolution 34-2026: $230,844 drainage repair contract for Freeman Paving, L.L.C.
Approved Resolution 36-2026: Up to $400,000 for redevelopment planning at 3111 Midwestern Parkway
Approved Resolution 37-2026: Up to $640,000 for WPT Power Corporation facility expansion
Approved Resolution 38-2026: Kingspan Group plc (UEC-LP) assumption of Magic Aire performance agreement

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on April 7, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Pastor Anthony Phillips, New Jerusalem Baptist Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Adrian Gonzalez, Health Department b) Proclamation - National Telecommunicators Week, Wichita Falls Police Department c) Proclamation - National Safe Digging Month, Atmos Energy Corporation d) Proclamation - National Public Health Week 2026, Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting March 17, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) 4A WFEDC October 14, 2025 b) Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health Board January 9, 2026 c) Wichita Falls-Wichita County Homeless Advisory Committee January 14, 2026 d) Planning and Zoning Commission January 14, 2026 e) 4A WFEDC January 15, 2026 f) Planning & Zoning Commission February 11, 2026 g) Tax Increment Financing #3 Board February 17, 202 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes April 7, 2026 Page 1 of 14 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes April 7, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Mayor Pro Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. 2. Invocation Pastor Anthony Phillips, New Jerusalem Baptist Church, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Adrian Gonzalez, Health Department Mayor Short recognized Adrian Gonzalez as Employee of the Month for April 2026 and shared a brief video. He congratulated Mr. Gonzalez and presented him with a plaque, letter of appreciation, dinner for two, and a check, and thanked him for his service. b) Proclamation - National Telecommunicators Week, Wichita Falls Police Department Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming April 12-18, 2026, as National Telecommunicators Week in Wichita Falls, Texas. c) Proclamation - National Safe Digging Month, Atmos Energy Corporation City Council Minutes April 7, 2026 Page 2 of 14 Ma [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

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Consent Agenda

5 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

City Council to consider funding for police HQ and public safety projects

The City Council will discuss several capital improvement projects, including the renovation of the former Kirby Middle School into a new Police Department Headquarters. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts and a speed limit change in a school zone.

Public hearing to reduce speed limit from 25 MPH to 20 MPH in the City View ISD School Zone on City View Drive
Proposed $528,000 agreement with Black & Veatch Corporation for Plant 61 Filter Rehabilitation Improvements
Proposed $249,454 contract for a digital billboard on I-44 and $248,454 for bleacher shelters at North Sports Complex
Proposed $300,000 Comprehensive Safety Action plan funded by USDOT and local match
Proposed $273,913 contract with 21CP Solutions LLC for Police FY 2026 Budget consulting services

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✓ Decided: City Council approved a $300,000 Comprehensive Safety Action plan

The council approved Ordinance 11-2026 to fund the city’s first Comprehensive Safety Action plan at a total cost of $300,000, using USDOT Safe Streets funds and local match money. It also adopted several resolutions authorizing contracts for water‑filter rehabilitation, a digital billboard, bleacher shelters, continued membership in the Atmos Cities Steering Committee, and additional funding for the Art Walk. Ordinance 12-2026 amended the police FY 2026 budget and authorized a consulting contract with 21CP Solutions for up to $273,913. A public hearing was held on a proposed speed‑limit reduction in a school zone, but no decision was made.

Approved Consent Agenda (Items 6‑9) – unanimous vote
Approved Ordinance 11-2026 authorizing $300,000 Comprehensive Safety Action plan
Approved Resolution 25-2026 authorizing $528,000 contract with Black & Veatch for Plant 61 Filter Rehabilitation
Approved Resolution 27-2026 authorizing $249,454 purchase and installation of a digital billboard on I‑44
Approved Resolution 28-2026 authorizing $248,454.80 purchase and installation of eight metal bleacher shelters at North Sports Complex
Approved Resolution 30-2026 amending the 4B Sales Tax budget to allocate up to $202,904 for the Art Walk event
Approved Ordinance 12-2026 amending the Police FY 2026 Budget and authorizing a consulting contract up to $273,913 with 21CP Solutions – unanimous vote
Held public hearing on amending the City View ISD school‑zone speed limit from 25 mph to 20 mph (no action taken)

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on March 17, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Minister Ken Holsberry, Tenth & Broad Church of Christ 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Proclamation - English Pharmacy Day b) Proclamation - Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre Dance Academy Day c) Proclamation - American Red Cross Month, American Red Cross Serving Texas Big Country 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) March 3, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes 7. Receive Minutes a) 4B Sales Tax Corporation (WF4BSTC) September 4, 2025 b) 4B Sales Tax Corporation (WF4BSTC) October 2, 2025 c) Wichita Falls Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee October 9, 2025 d) Wichita Falls Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Committee October 22, 2025 e) Central Wichita Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Committee January 6, 2026 f) Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee February 10, 2026 g) 4B Sales Tax Corporation (WF4BSTC) February 12, 2026 City Coun [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes March 17, 2026 Page 1 of 10 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes March 17, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Pro Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. 2. Invocation Minister Ken Holsberry, Tenth & Broad Church of Christ, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Proclamation - English Pharmacy Day Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming March 17, 2026, as English Pharmacy Day in Wichita Falls, Texas. b) Proclamation - Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre Dance Academy Month Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming March 2026 as Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre Dance Academy Month in Wichita Falls, Texas. City Council Minutes March 17, 2026 Page 2 of 10 c) Proclamation - American Red Cross Month, American Red Cross Serving Texas Big Country Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming March as American Red Cross Month in Wichita Falls, Texas. Mayor Short presented a surprise proclamation [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

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Consent Agenda - Items 6-9

6 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to consider tennis center renovation, storm water facility abandonment, and economic incentives

The City Council will vote on consent items including an ordinance to abandon a storm water detention facility at 3014 Seymour Road and a resolution to authorize a professional services agreement for architectural and engineering services for the Hamilton Park Tennis Center renovation. The regular agenda includes staff updates on the Art Walk, Castaway Cove, and council meeting streaming, followed by an executive session to discuss economic development incentives involving City Art Walk and Bell Street, as well as legal consultation.

Ordinance abandoning and vacating a storm water detention facility at 3014 Seymour Road
Resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with Joseph A. Ross, Architect Inc. for Hamilton Park Tennis Center renovation
Executive session to discuss economic development incentives for a business prospect (including City Art Walk and Bell Street)
Presentation of proclamations for Women's History Month and March for Meals Month
Employee of the Month recognition for Fire Department's Michael Graddy

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✓ Decided: City Council approves park renovation contract and storm‑water ordinance

The council approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the February 17 meeting minutes, receiving several board minutes, abandoning a storm‑water detention facility at 3014 Seymour Road, and authorizing a professional services agreement with Joseph A. Ross, Architect Inc. for the Hamilton Park Tennis Center renovation. All motions were carried without recorded opposition.

Approved Consent Agenda (items 6‑9) – carried unanimously
Approved City Council meeting minutes for February 17, 2026
Received minutes from Employee Benefits Trust Board (Sept 24 2025) and other boards
Approved ordinance abandoning and vacating storm‑water detention facility at 3014 Seymour Road
Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to execute professional services agreement with Joseph A. Ross, Architect Inc. for Hamilton Park Tennis Center renovation

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on March 3, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Pastor Craig Lile, Faith Baptist Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Michael Graddy, Fire Department b) Proclamation - Women's History Month, Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture c) Proclamation - March for Meals Month, Meals on Wheels Wichita County 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting February 17, 2026 7. Receive Minutes a) Employee Benefits Trust Board September 24, 2025 b) Wichita Falls 4B Sales Tax Corporation November 6, 2025 c) Landmark Commission November 18, 2025 d) Tax Increment Financing Board #3 December 16, 2025 e) Landmark Commission December 16, 2025 f) Wichita Falls 4B Sales Tax Corporation January 8, 2026 g) Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee January 13, 2026 h) Tax Increment Financing District #3 January 15, 2026 8. Ordinances City Council Agenda Page 2 of 3 a) Ordinance abandoning and vacating a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes March 3, 2026 Page 1 of 8 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short Councilor At-Large Austin Cobb Councilor District 1 Whitney Flack Councilor District 2 Robert Brooks Councilor District 3 Jeff Browning Mayor Pro Tem/Councilor District 4 Mike Battaglino Councilor District 5 Tom Taylor Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. 2. Invocation Pastor Craig Lile, Faith Baptist Church, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Employee of the Month - Michael Graddy, Fire Department Mayor Short recognized Michael Graddy as Employee of the Month for March 2026 and shared a brief video. He congratulated Mr. Graddy and presented him with a plaque, letter of appreciation, dinner for two, and a check, and thanked him for his service. City Council Minutes March 3, 2026 Page 2 of 8 b) Proclamation - Women's History Month, Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming March 2026 as Women's History Month in Wichita Falls, TX. c) Proclamation - March for Meals Month, Meals on Wheels Wichita County Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming March 2026 as March for [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

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Consent Agenda

7 yea

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Mike Battaglino yea · Tom Taylor yea

Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council considers rezoning Airport Drive land for a data center

The City Council will discuss rezoning nearly 100 acres on Airport Drive to Light Industrial to allow for a data center. The body is also considering several contracts for city infrastructure, equipment, and public health funding.

Rezoning of +/- 37.61 and +/- 60.87 acres at 2100 & 2226 Airport Drive to Light Industrial for a data center
Contract with Digital Resources, Inc. for City Council Chambers audio/video system for $496,500.41
2026 Crack Seal Project contract with Holbrook Asphalt, LLC for $232,500.00
Purchase of three BMW R 1300 RT-P Motorcycles for $122,333.31
Appropriation of $104,628.00 for the STD/HIV-DIS Prevention Services Program

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✓ Decided: Council approved $496,500.41 audio/video system contract for new chambers

The City Council adopted a consent agenda approving several routine items, including meeting minutes and a $104,628 appropriation for STD/HIV-DIS prevention services. It also approved a $496,500.41 contract with Digital Resources, Inc. to install an integrated audio/video system in the new council chambers. Additional resolutions authorized purchases of motorcycles, a crack‑seal project contract, a reappointment to the civil service commission, and continued participation with the Oncor Steering Committee.

Approved Consent Agenda (7 AYES, 0 NAYS)
Approved $104,628 appropriation to Special Revenue Fund for STD/HIV-DIS Prevention Services
Approved $496,500.41 contract with Digital Resources, Inc. for audio/video system in council chambers
Approved $122,333.31 purchase of three BMW R 1300 RT‑P motorcycles
Confirmed reappointment of Laura Fidelie to Firefighters and Police Officers’ Civil Service Commission
Approved $232,500 contract with Holbrook Asphalt for 2026 Crack Seal Project
Authorized continued participation with Oncor Steering Committee and payment of $0.10 per capita
Approved February 3, 2026 City Council meeting minutes

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City of Wichita Falls City Council Agenda Notice is hereby given that on February 17, 2026, the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls will hold a regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar Room, for the purpose of considering the following items: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation a) Pastor Gene Holley, Life Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Presentations a) Recognition of Foreign Exchange Students - Dave Clark 5. Citizen Comments Citizens may speak on matters not listed on the agenda by signing up before the meeting. Remarks are limited to three minutes, and no deliberation or action may be taken by the Council. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Meeting Minutes a) City Council Meeting February 3, 2026. 7. Receive Minutes a) Homeless Advisory Committee September 15, 2025 b) Homeless Advisory Committee November 12, 2025 c) Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation November 20, 2025 d) Planning & Zoning Commission December 10, 2025 8. Ordinances a) Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund in the amount of $104,628.00 for the STD/HIV-DIS Prevention Services Program from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for Calendar Year 2026; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all documents necessary to accept said funds. 9. Resolutions City Council Agenda Page 2 of 3 a) Resolution authorizing a contract with Digital Resources, Inc. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City Council Minutes February 17, 2026 Page 1 of 6 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting Minutes February 17, 2026 1. Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present. Present: Mayor Tim Short At-Large Austin Cobb District 1 Whitney Flack District 2 Robert Brooks District 3 Jeff Browning District 4/Mayor Pro Tem Mike Battaglino District 5 Tom Taylor Absent: Mayor Short called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. 2. Invocation Pastor Gene Holley, Life Church, gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations a) Recognition of Foreign Exchange Students - Dave Clark Dave Clark introduced and recognized foreign exchange students living in Wichita Falls. Paul Menzies, Assistant City Manager, announced that no discussion or action would occur on Item 10A. He advised that any individuals wishing to address the item may do so during Citizen Comments. The applicants withdrew their request after the agenda was posted and plan to resubmit at a later date with restrictions limiting the use to a data center. Mayor Short acknowledged community concerns regarding the ongoing investigation and the inability to release the body-worn camera footage at this time, stating the Council shares the public’s frustration. He reported that the City has initiated a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

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Ordinances

6 yea · 1 nay

Tim Short yea · Austin Cobb yea · Whitney Flack yea · Robert Brooks yea · Jeff Browning yea · Tom Taylor yea · Mike Battaglino nay

The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

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