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 "city": "Wills Point",
 "state": "Texas",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/willspointtx.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
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  {
   "date": "2027-02-02",
   "body": "R 25 33 Centralized Master Fee Schedule Effective",
   "headline": "City Council adopts new fees for pools, coin‑machines, dogs, permits and trash",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council will amend Resolution 25‑19 to update the Centralized Master Fee Schedule. The amendment adds or revises fees for pool hall licenses, coin‑operated machine taxes, sexually oriented business licenses, dangerous‑dog insurance and registration, animal control, construction permits, and garbage collection. All new fees will be posted publicly and become effective on February 2, 2027. Payments are due each January unless otherwise noted.",
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   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "July 14, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "Council considers $2.21 million for water system improvements",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss issuing certificates of obligation to fund water system upgrades. The body will also hold a public hearing on a property replat and consider several new city contracts and positions.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "July 14, 2026 Budget Workshop",
   "headline": "City Council will discuss the proposed FY2027 budget (no action taken)",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council will hold a Budget Workshop on July 14, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. to discuss and review the City’s proposed FY2027 budget. No action will be taken on the budget during this workshop. The council will enter a closed Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter concerning the City Administrator’s evaluation. After reconvening in open session, the meeting will adjourn without any decisions.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "FY 2026–2027 Proposed Budget",
   "headline": "Wills Point proposes FY 2026–2027 budget with $155,381 property tax increase",
   "summary": "The City of Wills Point is proposing a budget for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2026. The proposal includes a 6.03 percent increase in total property taxes raised compared to the previous year. The tax rate is proposed to remain at 0.939.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "EDC June 29 2026",
   "headline": "Board to approve contract with Precision Asphalt for Business Park improvements",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation board will consider several routine matters, including conflict‑of‑interest declarations, approval of prior meeting minutes, and May 2026 financials. It will review updates on the 2027 runway widening project at the regional airport and discuss a contract award to Precision Asphalt and Concrete for improvements to the concrete drive approach in the Wills Point Business Park. The board will also hear updates on the foreign‑trade‑zone initiative and consider the proposed FY2027 budget.",
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   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "June 9, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider $10 million water grant application for city infrastructure",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council will review and vote on several items, including the monthly budget and meeting minutes. It will consider a $10 million application to the Texas Water Development Board for water system improvements. Additional actions include a reappointment to the Economic Development Board, a contract for concrete drive work in the Business Park, and a dam‑grant agreement. The meeting also features public comment, proclamations, and policy resolutions for the police department.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "June 4, 2026 Building & Standards Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to review four properties for substandard conditions",
   "summary": "The Building & Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony on the condition and compliance of four specific properties. The body will then consider actions including repair orders, rehabilitation requirements, or demolition for those structures.",
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   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "EDC June 1, 2026",
   "headline": "Board will consider the proposed FY2027 budget for the Economic Development Corp",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation board will meet to address routine governance matters and several project updates. They will approve the April 2026 meeting minutes, financial statements, and discuss airport runway widening and business‑park improvements. The board will also review the proposed FY2027 budget and consider reappointing Jeff Aston to the board.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "May 26, 2026 Called Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve fireworks display for America's 250th anniversary",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council will meet to discuss and vote on Resolution 26-14, which approves an agreement with Pyromania Fireworks, LLC for the 2026 fireworks display. The meeting will also include a public comment period and a discussion on potential conflicts of interest.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "of Possible Quorum May 19, 2026",
   "headline": "Wills Point City Council to attend First Amendment Rights Training",
   "summary": "A possible quorum of the City Council will gather for training on First Amendment Rights. The notice states that no deliberation regarding public business will occur and no official action, vote, or decision will be taken.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "May 12, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider closing an unused alley and approve an equipment lease",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council meeting on May 12, 2026 will address routine items such as approving the April 14 minutes and the monthly budget. Council members will also consider Ordinance 26-02 to abandon, vacate, and close a 0.03‑acre unused alley right‑of‑way in the W. Hobbs Survey. They will discuss Resolution 26-13 to approve an equipment lease agreement with Deen Kubota LLC. The agenda includes an executive session for legal advice on pending litigation and a personnel matter concerning the mayor pro‑tem appointment, followed by a public update on repairs to the Rose Monument.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-02",
   "body": "Order of Cancellation May 2, 2026 General Election",
   "headline": "Wills Point cancels May 2, 2026 general election",
   "summary": "The City of Wills Point has cancelled the May 2, 2026 election because the candidates were certified as unopposed. Wade Emerson and Debbie Tisdale have been elected to the City Council.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-01",
   "body": "2nd Qtr FY 2026 City of Wills Point HOT Tax Application",
   "headline": "City seeks tourism project proposals for FY 2026 Q2 Hotel Occupancy Tax funding",
   "summary": "The City of Wills Point is inviting eligible local organizations to apply for Hotel Occupancy Tax funds for projects that attract overnight visitors during the second quarter of FY 2026 (Jan‑Mar 2026). Applications must meet eligibility rules, fit one of nine statutory categories, and include required documentation. The Tourism Advisory Council and City Council will review and decide on funding contracts.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "of Possible Quorum April 28, 2026",
   "headline": "City Council may tour Midwest Tube Mills, no official business",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council may hold a possible quorum on April 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The council will conduct a tour of Midwest Tube Mills located at 285 Industrial Blvd in the Wills Point Business Park. No deliberation, discussion of public business, vote, or formal decision will occur during this event.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "EDC April 27, 2026",
   "headline": "EDC to discuss airport runway project and business park improvements",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation will review airport grants and maintenance alongside infrastructure plans for the business park. The board will also discuss the FY2025 audit and a personnel matter regarding the EDC Administrator position.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "April 14, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "Wills Point Council to consider $2.21 million for water system improvements",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss funding for water system improvements and a new police department. The body is also considering a property replat on E. North Commerce Street and various equipment and software contracts.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "EDC March 30, 2026",
   "headline": "EDC to discuss 2027 runway widening and electrical project",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss airport and park items. The board will consider TxDOT requirements for a 2027 runway project and review February 2026 financials.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-16",
   "body": "Wills Point Business Park Information",
   "headline": "Info on Wills Point Business Park and Type A sales tax usage",
   "summary": "The meeting provides information about the Wills Point Economic Development Corporation’s Type A sales tax and how it can fund manufacturing, industrial, and infrastructure projects. It describes the Wills Point Business Park’s 188 acres, its $6,000,000 of infrastructure improvements, and its proximity to highways and rail lines. It also outlines the Van Zandt County Regional Airport terminal and related aviation facilities. No formal decisions or votes are recorded for this agenda.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "March 10, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve FY2026 Solid Waste Grant Program Agreement",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council will meet on March 10, 2026 to consider several items, including approval of the FY2026 Solid Waste Grant Program Agreement with the East Texas Council of Governments funded by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. The council will also consider resolutions on the employee benefit plan, telephone services, and a grant application for the police department. An executive session will be held to discuss pending litigation and a personnel matter. The meeting includes public comment, recognitions, and the oath of office for a newly appointed municipal court judge.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "EDC February 23, 2026",
   "headline": "Wills Point EDC to discuss airport taxiway and runway projects",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider airport infrastructure updates and park items. The board will also review financial reports and a purchase for medical equipment.",
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   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "February 10, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "Wills Point Council to discuss budget and GLO Resilient Communities Program",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider the monthly budget and the order of election for the May 2, 2026, general election. The meeting includes a presentation on the General Land Office Resilient Communities Program Comprehensive Plan Grant. An executive session is scheduled to seek legal advice regarding litigation involving HMI Wills Point, LLC.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-02-05",
   "body": "EDC Called February 5, 2026",
   "headline": "Board to consider $25,000 incentive for Midwest Tube Mills and related projects",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation board will discuss conflict‑of‑interest declarations, approve the December 10, 2025 meeting minutes, and review the December 2025 financial statements. The board will also consider airport projects, including a private 60’ x 60’ box hangar funded by Brazos Trailers and TxDOT runway widening requirements. A key agenda item is a $25,000 incentive to Midwest Tube Mills tied to $4,000,000 in qualified expenditures and related foreign‑trade‑zone and performance‑agreement resolutions.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-26",
   "body": "EDC January 26, 2026 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER",
   "headline": "EDC considers $25,000 incentive for Midwest Tube Mills",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss airport projects and business incentives. The board will consider a payment to Midwest Tube Mills and the establishment of a new Foreign Trade Zone.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "Called Council January 20, 2026",
   "headline": "Council to consider covenants for Wills Point Business Park land",
   "summary": "The City Council will meet to discuss a recommendation from the Economic Development Corporation. The primary focus is the authorization of legal documents for a specific land tract in the business park.",
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   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "EDC Called January 20, 2026",
   "headline": "Board will consider conflict‑of‑interest declarations and a park land easement",
   "summary": "The Wills Point Economic Development Corporation board will review conflict‑of‑interest declarations submitted by its members. It will also discuss and consider Resolution 2 6-001, which would authorize the Vice President to sign and execute a Declaration of Covenants, Restrictions, and Easements for the Wills Point Business Park covering approximately 11.31 acres in the Robert C. Morris Survey (Abstract No. 506). The meeting includes standard procedural items such as establishing quorum, pledges of allegiance, an invocation, and public comment.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-13",
   "body": "January 13, 2026 Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider amendment of FY 2024‑25 budget",
   "summary": "The Wills Point City Council will approve the December 9, 2025 meeting minutes and the monthly budget, then move into a closed executive session for legal advice on pending litigation. In the open session the council will vote on Ordinance 26‑01 to amend the 2024‑25 budget, Resolution 26‑01 to extend a real‑estate note with City National Bank for the City Hall property purchase, and other infrastructure and financing items. Additional items include a water‑main reroute on Tawakoni Drive and Highland Avenue, an update to TxDOT assistance for the Van Zandt County Regional Airport, and a status report on repairs to the Rose Monument.",
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