Bastrop meetings set votes on $690,000 Blakey Lane agreement, bridge change order, zoning amendments
Bastrop's City Council and advisory boards have packed agendas this week, with the most consequential item being a proposed $690,000 roadway agreement for Blakey Lane improvements. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so the outcomes listed below reflect what was scheduled for action, not confirmed decisions.
City Council — June 23 (Regular Meeting)
The council was scheduled to vote on Resolution R-2026-90, approving a $690,000 roadway agreement with BE BD Frontage Road, LLC for Blakey Lane improvements.
Also on the agenda:
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-17 to rezone 16 properties near Fayette and Farm streets from PI to SF-1.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-18 to rezone two city properties on Grady Tuck Lane and south of Old Austin Highway from PI to P/OS.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-11 restricting employment of registered sex offenders near places where children gather.
- Executive session to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property related to the Pine Forest Six Development.
City Council — June 26 (Special Meeting)
The council was set to consider Resolution R-2026-97, authorizing the City Manager to approve Change Order #5 to the construction contract with Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc. for the Old Iron Bridge Rehabilitation. This was the only substantive item on the special meeting agenda.
Planning and Zoning Commission — June 25
The commission was scheduled to hold public hearings and consider recommending to City Council amendments to:
- Chapter 14 (Bastrop Development Code) — Exhibits A-H.
- Chapter 10 (Subdivisions) — Exhibits A-C.
Both amendments were slated for first reading at the July 14, 2026, City Council meeting. The commission was also set to approve minutes from its May 28, 2026, regular meeting.
Historic Landmark Commission — July 1
The commission was scheduled to vote on two Certificates of Appropriateness:
- Awning replacement at 1005 Main Street within the Bastrop Commercial National Register Historic District.
- Band sign and paint color change at 925 Main Street within the same district.
The commission was also set to consider recommending to City Council:
- Increased incentives for Local Historic Landmarks under Section 14.09.013 of the Bastrop Development Code.
- Higher penalties for demolition of a Historic Landmark without a permit and for work without a Certificate of Appropriateness.
A discussion on Local Designations, Local Historic Districts, and Certified Local Government status was also on the agenda.
Parks and Recreation / Public Tree Advisory Board — July 2
The board was set to receive reports on Parks & Rec operations, Bastrop State Park, the Bird City Coalition, and Master Gardeners.
Discussion items included:
- Connecting a park trail to Bastrop State Park.
- Approval of a Strategic Work Plan.
No minutes were available to approve due to a lack of quorum at the prior meeting. Citizen comments were allotted three minutes per speaker on any topic.
Coming up
No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days. Readers should check the City of Bastrop's official website for any newly posted agendas or schedule changes. Minutes from the June 23–July 2 meetings had not been published as of this roundup.
Earlier weeks
- week of 2026-06-29 — Bastrop roundup: Council to weigh $690K road pact, bridge change order; P&Z opens code hearings
Generated from official meeting agendas and minutes — every underlying document is linked from the city page. Read the primary source before you rely on a detail.