TIRZ board considers $42K for cameras; police contract talks begin

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board discussed a possible $42,000 allocation for surveillance cameras during a recent meeting, while the city's Meet and Confer Committee opened talks on the 2027 police contract. Full meeting minutes were not yet available for any of the public bodies that met in the past two weeks.

TIRZ Board weighs camera funding, building abatement

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board convened June 30 with several spending items on its agenda. Members discussed a proposal to allocate an additional $42,000 for PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras within TIRZ zones.

The board also took up a policy question about using TIRZ funds for multiple addresses under single ownership, and the possible use of Fire Prevention TIRZ funds to abate dangerous and boarded buildings. An update on the police drone program in TIRZ zones was presented.

No votes or final actions were available from the meeting; the body’s agenda was published but minutes had not been released.

Police committee opens 2027 contract talks

San Angelo’s Meet and Confer Committee for the police department met June 23 to begin discussions on the 2027 Meet and Confer Agreement. The sole action item was discussion and potential action on items for the next contract. Minutes from that session had not been posted.

Parks board reviews rental policies, facility leases

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met July 1. Agenda items included a recommended lease for American Legion Post 572 at 616 North Washington, a new policy for renting park and recreation facilities, and a new policy for booking tournaments at the Texas Bank Sports Complex. Members also received updates on the Youth Sports Practice Area renovation at the former 29th Street Complex and the River Parks Master Plan.

Coming up

The Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 9 regarding a dangerous residential structure at 6009 Equestrian Blvd., belonging to Francisco and Maria T. Pineda. The board may order the building secured, released, repaired, removed, or demolished. An update on the overall dangerous building list is also scheduled.

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