Round Rock meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Round Rock City Council agenda includes property tax rate, zoning changes

Round Rock's City Council met Aug. 13 with an agenda that included setting the maximum property tax rate for 2026, several zoning ordinances, and a construction contract. No minutes have been published, so the outcomes of these items are not yet known.

City Council (Aug. 13)

The council's agenda included a resolution to set the maximum property tax rate for tax year 2026 (item H.2). The agenda also listed three first-reading ordinances:

• An amendment to real estate marketing sign hours (item I.1)
• An amendment to accessory building setbacks in SF-1, SF-2, and SF-3 districts (item I.3)
• An amendment to Comprehensive Plan 2030 for multifamily housing policies (item I.4)

A consent agenda item was a contract with JL Gray Construction for Eagles Nest Street – Phase 1 (item H.6). The agenda also included proclamations and a fire department update.

Because the meeting minutes have not been published, it is not known whether the council approved or rejected any of these items.

Historic Preservation Commission (Aug. 3)

The Historic Preservation Commission met Aug. 3 to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application (HP26-007) for a property at 607 E. Main Street. The commission also discussed revisions to the Design Guidelines for Historic Commercial and Residential Districts and Properties. No minutes have been published for this meeting either.

City Council Packet Briefing (Aug. 11)

The council held a packet briefing session Aug. 11 to review agenda items for the Aug. 13 meeting. The briefing agenda listed only procedural items: call to order, roll call, citizen communication (3-minute limit per speaker), and a staff briefing. No decisions were made.

Coming up

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet Aug. 18 to consider two Certificates of Appropriateness:

• HP26-010 at 103 E. Main Street
• HP26-009 at 400 E. Main Street

The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the Aug. 3 meeting, recognition of outgoing commissioners, and a monthly update on historic preservation projects and events. The meeting is open to the public.

Round Rock council agendas target five-year funding plan, budget retreat, and infrastructure agreements

Round Rock's City Council and related boards held a series of meetings the week of July 21, 2026, centered on the upcoming FY 2026-2027 budget and a five-year funds allocation plan. Minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, so the items below reflect what was on each agenda for consideration or discussion, not confirmed outcomes.

City Council — July 23

The City Council agenda for July 23, 2026, included several consequential items:

• A Five-Year Funds Allocation Plan for FY 2027-2031 for the Transportation and Economic Development Corporation.
• An ordinance to designate the intersection of East New Hope Drive and Mayfield Ranch Boulevard as an all-way stop.
• Change Order No. 2 with Braun and Butler Construction Inc. for the Griffith Remodel and Paseo Project.
• A Professional Consulting Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc. for Turtle Creek Village Roadway Rehabilitation.
• Purchase of firehouse equipment and supplies from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC and Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc.

No vote tallies or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda materials provided.

Budget Retreat — July 23

Also on July 23, the City Council was scheduled to hold a budget retreat covering:

• Presentation and discussion regarding the FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget.
• A legislative update presentation.
• An update and discussion on major projects.

Transportation and Economic Development Corporation — July 23

The TEDC agenda for July 23 included:

• The FY 2026-2027 Operating Budget.
• The Five-Year Funds Allocation Plan for FY 2027-2031.
• A Third Quarter Financial Update.

Packet Briefing — July 21

The Council held a packet briefing on July 21, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. at 221 East Main St. to discuss and ask questions about items scheduled for the July 23 meeting. The session included a citizen communication period of three minutes per speaker.

Historic Preservation Commission — July 21

The Historic Preservation Commission met July 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. The agenda included:

• Approving minutes of the May 19, 2026 meeting.
• Considering Certificate of Appropriateness application HP26-007 for 607 E. Main Street.
• Discussing revisions to the Design Guidelines for Historic Commercial and Residential Districts and Properties.
• A monthly staff update on historic preservation projects, goals, events, and activities.
• A public comment period of up to three minutes per speaker, as allowed by Texas Government Code §551.007.

Coming up

• **Historic Preservation Commission — August 3, 2026:** The commission will again consider Certificate of Appropriateness application HP26-007 at 607 E. Main Street and discuss revisions to the Design Guidelines for Historic Commercial and Residential Districts and Properties. Residents interested in downtown historic properties may want to attend.

Note: Because minutes have not yet been published for the July meetings, this roundup reflects agenda items only. Residents should consult the official City of Round Rock website for minutes and confirmed outcomes.

Round Rock council previews zoning, water financing, and budget talks in busy July stretch

Round Rock's City Council and advisory boards have a packed July, with zoning changes near Louis Henna Blvd., a regional raw water line financing resolution, and the FY 2026-2027 budget all on the table. Because minutes have not yet been published for the recent meetings, outcomes for items listed on those agendas cannot be confirmed.

City Council — July 9 agenda

The July 9 City Council meeting agenda included several consequential items:

• **The District PUD zoning amendment (PUD No. 129)** near Louis Henna Blvd. and Greenlawn Blvd., modifying building setbacks and parking standards.
• **CDBG 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan** and a HUD funding agreement.
• **Financing resolution for the Williamson County Regional Raw Water Line.**
• **Supplemental contract with Freese and Nichols** for Chisholm Trail South Improvements.
• **Quantity adjustment with Capital Excavation** for Wyoming Springs Drive, Segment 1.
• Routine contracts for public safety equipment, library materials, and infrastructure projects processed through the consent agenda.

The agenda indicated the council would approve the CDBG action plan and authorize the raw water line financing, but with minutes not yet published, those outcomes are not confirmed.

Council packet briefing — July 7

Council held a packet briefing on July 7 to preview the July 9 agenda and receive a presentation on the city's long-range financial plan. No binding votes or public hearings were scheduled.

Planning and Zoning Commission — July 15

The Planning and Zoning Commission agenda included public hearings and recommendations on:

• Adding **0.99 acres to PUD No. 32** south of Round Rock Ave. and west of Chisholm Trail Rd. (Case PUD26-00002).
• Proposed changes to **open house sign placement hours** (Zoning Code Section 8-87).
• Proposed changes to **accessory building setbacks** in SF-1, SF-2, and SF-3 districts (Section 2-26).
• Amendments to the **2030 Comprehensive Plan** housing policy and multifamily density descriptions.
• Updates to **MF-2 district** design and development standards and related definitions.

These are recommendations and proposed code changes; final action by City Council would be a separate step. Minutes are not yet published.

Coming up

• **July 21, 7:30 AM — City Council Packet Briefing**, 221 E. Main St. Staff will brief council on July 23 agenda items. Citizen communication period allows 3 minutes per speaker.
• **July 21, 6:00 PM — Historic Preservation Commission**, City Council Chambers. The commission will consider Certificate of Appropriateness application HP26-007 for 607 E. Main St., review revisions to Design Guidelines for historic districts, and hear a monthly staff update. Public comment up to 3 minutes per speaker.
• **July 23 — Transportation and Economic Development Corporation** will review a third quarter financial update, consider a resolution for the FY 2026-2027 operating budget, and a five-year funds allocation plan for FY 2027-2031.
• **July 23 — City Council Budget Retreat** to discuss the FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget, with a legislative update and major projects discussion.
• **July 23 — City Council regular meeting** agenda includes the five-year funds allocation plan for FY 2027-2031, an ordinance designating East New Hope Drive and Mayfield Ranch Blvd. as an all-way stop, Change Order No. 2 with Braun and Butler Construction Inc. for the Griffith Remodel and Paseo Project, a Professional Consulting Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc. for Turtle Creek Village Roadway Rehabilitation, and purchase of firehouse equipment from Siddons Martin Emergency Group LLC and Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc.

All recent meeting outcomes are based on agendas only; official minutes have not been published. Readers can verify final actions through the city's official meeting records.

Round Rock City Council weighs land purchases, fire station site, water tank; previews long-range plan

Round Rock’s City Council considered buying nearly seven acres of land for a water storage tank and a future fire station during its June 25 meeting, according to the agenda. No final vote tallies are available because minutes have not yet been published.

Recent meetings

June 23 – Packet Briefing

The council held a procedural packet briefing June 23 to discuss items scheduled for the June 25 regular meeting. No specific rezonings, contracts or policy changes were detailed in the agenda.

June 25 – Regular meeting

Two land purchases from the Nelson Homestead Family Partnership, Ltd., topped the June 25 agenda: 4.50 acres for a water storage tank and pump station, and 2.50 acres for a fire station site. The council also considered a contract with Besa Builders for the Old Settlers Park Soccer Fence Project 2026, a change order for Greenlawn Boulevard Improvements (IH35 to SH45), a contract with Aaron Concrete Contractors for Smyers Lane and CR 122 rehabilitation, and an agreement with HydroPro Solutions for water meter software services. All items were listed on the agenda; minutes confirming outcomes are pending.

Upcoming meetings

July 7 – Packet Briefing

The City Council will hold a packet briefing at 9 a.m. July 7 to preview its July 9 agenda. Members will also receive a presentation on the city’s long-range financial plan. No public hearings or binding votes are scheduled.

July 9 – Regular meeting

The July 9 regular meeting at 6 p.m. includes a zoning amendment for PUD No. 129 (The District) near Louis Henna Boulevard and Greenlawn Boulevard, which modifies building setbacks and parking standards. Council will also consider approving the city’s 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and a financing resolution for the Williamson County Regional Raw Water Line. Several routine contracts — including a supplemental contract with Freese and Nichols for Chisholm Trail South Improvements, a quantity adjustment with Capital Excavation for Wyoming Springs Drive Segment 1, and purchases for public safety equipment and library materials — are slated for the consent agenda.

Coming up

• **July 7 – City Council Packet Briefing**, 9 a.m., City Hall. Preview of July 9 agenda and long-range financial plan presentation.
• **July 9 – City Council regular meeting**, 6 p.m., City Hall. Zoning amendment for The District PUD, CDBG action plan, raw water line financing, and infrastructure contracts.