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AbileneTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
127,130
Per-capita income
$31,019
Median home value
$178,900
Bachelor's or higher
27%
Typical home value $222,710 +8.4% yr/yr · +28.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$270.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$271.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$130.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$407.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,172 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20251,020 housing units ($256.7M)

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:00

Child Advocacy Center Board

300 Oak Street, Abilene
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City of Abilene Child Advocacy Center Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board to be held on September 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Taylor County Courthouse, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Approve July Minutes AGENDA ITEMS 2. CAC Board Communications and Texas Open Meetings Act Laws - Haley Cagle, Assistant City Attorney 3. Update and Discussion from Fund Raising and Prevention Committee 4. Discussion and Vote Regarding National Night Out 5. CAC Director Updates 6. CAC Staff Presentation ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 26th day of August, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 13:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of City of Abilene to be held on September 1, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on August 4, 2026 ZONING Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the following Zoning Cases: 2. CUP-2026-13: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from The Owner to Apply a Conditional Use Permit to Approximately 6.89 Acres Zoned General Retail (GR) To Allow for Outside Storage and sales. Located At 2554 Barrow St. Legal Description Being Approximately 6.99 Acres Out of The Brook Hollow Addition, Block 10 Save and except 4231.2 square feet conveyed to W.K. Goyne, et al, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Adam Holland) 3. Z-2026-49: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Change the Zoning of Approximately 56.27 Acres Zoned Agricultural Open (AO), Multi Family (MF), Medium Density (MD) and Residential Single Family (RS-6) to Agricultural Open (AO). Located at Property ID 16024 and 10803. Legal Description Being App …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Building Standards

555 Walnut St, City Hall, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Board of Building Standards Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Building Standards of City of Abilene to be held on September 2, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES A. Public hearing and approval of August 5, 2026 Board of Building Standards meeting minutes. PUBLIC HEARINGS: STATEMENT OF POLICY In all cases, except where specifically stated otherwise, buildings must be secured and the lot clean and mowed by the owner within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of results of this hearing. If this is not done, the City may do so and bill the owner. In any case where the Board orders the owner to demolish a structure or structures, but the owner fails to demolish or appeal the Board's order, the City may demolish. Any appeal must be filed in district court within 30 calendar days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the Board's decision. At the hearing, you should be prepared to present the following information: 1. Specific time frame needed to complete repairs. 2. Specific scope of repair work to be completed. 3. Cost estimates for work to be done by licensed, bonded contractors such as electrical, plumbing or heating and air-conditioning contractors. You have the right to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing, the right to inspect the file on the proper …
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Recent meetings

Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to vote on Atmos rate settlement and multiple zoning changes

The Abilene City Council will consider a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy over its 2026 rate review, which would adjust rates and set a benchmark for pensions and retiree medical benefits. The council will also vote on several zoning changes, including a large 166.9-acre mixed-use development, and approve contracts for infrastructure planning and fire apparatus. Consent agenda items are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless pulled for discussion.

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555 Walnut St, Abilene
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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Jay Patterson PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Council Members remove an item from the consent Agenda for separate discussion or presentation, the item or items removed will be considered in numerical order as part of th …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Fire pension board to weigh committee recommendations

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider accepting July minutes and financial statements, and discuss possible action on recommendations from the ad hoc Fire Pension Committee, including next steps. The agenda is otherwise routine.

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555 Walnut, Abilene
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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on August 25, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of July 28, 2026 minutes. 2 Consider acceptance of July 2026 financial statements. 3 Discussion and possible action regarding the Board's support for proposed recommendations from the ad hoc Fire Pension Committee. 4 Discussion regarding next steps related to the Ad Hoc Fire Pension Committee recommendations. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 18th day of August, 2026, at 11:55 a.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council to review and vote on FY 2027 budget and tax rate

The Abilene City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the revised FY 2026 and proposed FY 2027 budgets, followed by public hearings and first-reading votes on ordinances to approve the budgets, set the tax levy, adopt fees, and set firefighter pay. The proposed FY 2027 budget would raise the median homestead property tax bill by about $60.55 (5%) compared to the current year.

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555 Walnut St., Abilene
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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary SPECIAL CALLED MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP (Note - This Meeting Will Only Be Held if Business is Not Finished on 8/24) Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 25, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Mayor Weldon Hurt PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PUBLIC COMMENTS There will be no votes or any formal actions taken on subjects presented during public comment. The public comment period will only allow members of the public to present ideas and information to city officials and staff. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS 2. Presentation: Revised FY 2026 and Proposed FY 2027 Budgets and Complete Budget Review ORDINANCES 3. Ordinance (Consider on First Reading): Re …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council to review and vote on FY 2027 budget and tax rate

The Abilene City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the revised FY 2026 and proposed FY 2027 budgets, followed by public hearings and first-reading votes on ordinances to approve the budgets, set the tax levy, adopt fees, and set firefighter pay. The proposed FY 2027 budget would increase the median homestead property tax bill by about $60.55 (5%) compared to the current year.

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555 Walnut St., Abilene
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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Brian Yates, Mayor Pro-tem Blaise Regan, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Council Member Lynn Beard, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary SPECIAL CALLED MEETING - BUDGET WORKSHOP Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 24, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Benjamin Bailey PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PUBLIC COMMENTS There will be no votes or any formal actions taken on subjects presented during public comment. The public comment period will only allow members of the public to present ideas and information to city officials and staff. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS 2. Presentation: Revised FY 2026 and Proposed FY 2027 Budgets and Complete Budget Review ORDINANCES 3. Ordinance (Consider on First Reading): Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 08:30

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks board to consider renaming Sears Recreation Center

The Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on renaming the Sears Recreation Center, with a public hearing. The board will also hold an executive session on real property matters involving three parks, and receive reports on aquatics, parks, recreation, seniors, and the zoo.

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene
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City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board of City of Abilene to be held on August 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes (Discussion and Action) EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 551.072, a governmental body may conduct a closed meeting to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. Additionally, Section 551.087 allows a governmental body to discuss or deliberate on commercial or financial information that has been received from a business prospect that the governmental body seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the City and with which there may be ongoing negotiations or deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect. Further, Section 551.071 provides that a governmental body may seek advice from its attorney regarding a pending or contemplated litigation subject, settlement offer, or attorney-client privileged information. After discussion in executive session, any action or vote will be taken in public. The Parks and Re …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Council to vote on 8 zoning changes, terminal expansion, and CDBG plan

The Abilene City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items and a regular agenda with public hearings on multiple zoning changes, a construction management task order for the airport terminal expansion, a technology agreement for Citylink, and the 2026-2027 CDBG/HOME action plan. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation and other confidential matters.

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555 Walnut St., Abilene
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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on August 13, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Awards: • Cole Edmondson - 35 Years - Animal Outreach • Sandra Sotelo - 25 Years - Finance CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Council Members remove an item from the consent Agenda for separate discu …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 13, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on August 13, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, Miguel Espinoza and Travis Craver. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, C ity Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza led the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS = Employee Service Awards: * Cole Edmondson — 35 Years — Animal Outreach * Sandra Sotelo — 25 Years — Finance PRESENTATION OF CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda consisted of items 3-10. Item 9 was pulled for individual consideration. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. The following addressed the City Council: e Justin Wallace e Spencer Butcher e Tammy Fogle With no other speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. Councilmember Patterson moved to approve the consent agenda, consisting of items 3-8 and 10. Councilmember Espinoza seconded the motion. Motion carried. AYES (7): Mayor Hurt, Mayor Pro-tem Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Beard, and Councilmem …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Adjustment

Board to decide on special exception for abandoned home at 1233 Hollywood Drive

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a special exception request for 1233 Hollywood Drive to resume residential use and allow reconstruction exceeding 50% of replacement cost. The board will also consider approving minutes from its July 14, 2026 meeting.

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City of Abilene Board of Adjustment Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Adjustment of City of Abilene to be held on August 11, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on July 14, 2026 AGENDA ITEMS 2. BA-2026-09: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request by the Owner for Special Exception located at 1233 Hollywood Drive to resume the residential use that was previously abandoned, as well as to allow the reconstruction of said building to the extent of more than fifty percent (50%) of its replacement cost. (Clarissa Ivey) EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board of Adjustment of the City of Abilene reserves the right to adjourn into executive session regarding any item listed on the agenda, at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed below, as authorized by the noted Texas Government Code Sections: • 551.071 Consultation with Attorney ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Building Standards

Board of Building Standards to review five properties for rehabilitation or demolition

The Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings to determine if specific properties require rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. The board will review repair timeframes, scopes of work, and cost estimates for the identified locations.

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555 Walnut St, City Hall, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Board of Building Standards Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Building Standards of City of Abilene to be held on August 5, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES A. Public hearing and approval of the July 1, 2026 Board of Building Standards meeting minutes. PUBLIC HEARINGS: STATEMENT OF POLICY In all cases, except where specifically stated otherwise, buildings must be secured and the lot clean and mowed by the owner within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of results of this hearing. If this is not done, the City may do so and bill the owner. In any case where the Board orders the owner to demolish a structure or structures, but the owner fails to demolish or appeal the Board's order, the City may demolish. Any appeal must be filed in district court within 30 calendar days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the Board's decision. At the hearing, you should be prepared to present the following information: 1. Specific time frame needed to complete repairs. 2. Specific scope of repair work to be completed. 3. Cost estimates for work to be done by licensed, bonded contractors such as electrical, plumbing or heating and air-conditioning contractors. You have the right to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing, the right to inspect the file on the property at th …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 13:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to consider seven zoning changes and overlays

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several zoning requests. These include requests to change land use for residential, commercial, and retail developments across various city locations.

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of City of Abilene to be held on August 4, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on July 7, 2026 ZONING Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the following Zoning Cases: 2. HOZ-2026-02: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply Historic Overlay Zoning To Approximately 0.139 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC). Located at 1902 North 1st Street. Legal Description Being Approximately 0.139 Acres Out of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of Craft’s Subdivision of Lot 2, Block 206, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) 3. Z-2026-43: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Change the Zoning of Approximately 0.8 Acres from Heavy Commercial (HC) to a Planned Development District (PDD-202). Located at 803, 825, and 833 Pine Street. Legal Description Being Lots 5-9, Block 178, 3-Compere Abilene Original Town, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) 4. Z-2026-44: Receive a Report, Hold a Di …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Pension board considers benefit cap increase, rate cut, and city lump-sum contribution

The board will discuss and potentially vote on proposed pension plan changes including increasing the benefit cap, reducing the assumed rate of return to 7.0%, and a lump-sum contribution from the city. They will also review third-quarter investment results and consider replacing a money manager. Other items include approving minutes, financial statements, a legal fee payment of $843.75, and a qualified domestic relations order.

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555 Walnut, Abilene
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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on July 28, 2026 at 9:00a.m. at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of June 23, 2026 minutes. 2 Consider acceptance of June 2026 financial statements. 3 Discussion and possible action on payment to Hund, Krier, Wilkerson and Wright, P.C. for legal services in the amount of $843.75. 4 Discussion and possible action regarding the Board's support for proposed pension plan changes, including increasing the benefit cap and reducing the assumed rate of return to 7.0%, and a proposed lump-sum contribution by the City to the pension fund. 5 Presentation of third quarter FY 2026 results by Tony Kay of Mariner Institutional and discussion and possible action on the investment policy, asset allocation and money managers. 6 Discussion and possible action on replacing Kayne Anderson with a new SMID manager. 7 Discussion and possible action on approving QDRO between Chris Young and Stacy Young ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 15:00

Landmarks Commission

Commission to consider historic overlay zoning for 1902 N 1st St

The Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to apply historic overlay zoning to approximately 0.139 acres at 1902 North 1st Street. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its April 28, 2026 regular meeting.

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Landmarks Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene Landmarks Commission of City of Abilene to be held on July 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on April 28, 2026. AGENDA ITEMS 2. HOZ-2026-02: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply Historic Overlay Zoning To Approximately 0.139 Acres Zoned General Commercial (GC). Located at 1902 North 1st Street. Legal Description Being Approximately 0.139 Acres Out of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of Craft’s Subdivision of Lot 2, Block 206, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Kera Valois) ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 22nd day of July, 2026, at 10 …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 16:00

Library Advisory Board

Library board to review book orders, get updates on Heritage Square and branch libraries

The Abilene Library Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from April, review pending book order recommendations, and hear a Library Director's report including updates on Abilene Heritage Square and Recreation Center branch libraries. Action is possible on the minutes and book orders.

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City of Abilene Library Advisory Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene Public Library Advisory Board of the City of Abilene to be held on July 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on April 27, 2026 (discussion and possible action). PUBLIC COMMENTS AGENDA ITEMS 2. Review on-order catalog comments and make a recommendation to the Library Director on pending book orders (discussion and possible action). 3. Library Director's Report (discussion). A. Abilene Heritage Square update. B. Recreation Center Branch Libraries update. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 13th day of July, 2026, at 2:50 p.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary, TRMC, CMC
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

City Council to vote on special election for firefighter collective bargaining

The Abilene City Council will consider a special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on collective bargaining for the Abilene Fire Department and amendments to the city charter regarding impasse. The council will also discuss airport terminal expansion projects and approve various zoning changes and contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council orders Nov. 3 special election on firefighter collective bargaining

The Abilene City Council approved two resolutions ordering a November 3, 2026 special election on a citizen petition to adopt collective bargaining for the fire department and to amend the city charter on bargaining impasse. The council also denied a conditional use permit for an RV park at 6702 East Lake Road, approved a guaranteed maximum price for the airport terminal expansion, and passed several zoning changes. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on July 23, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Travis Craver PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Dyess Airmen Exceptional Performance Recognition: • Airman First Class Lamberto Arrez Sanchez • Senior Airman Jacob Gomez 3. Recognition: • Dyess Fire Captain Lawson Stuart CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 23, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on July 23, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, Miguel Espinoza and Travis Craver. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, City Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Councilmember Travis Craver led the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS = Dyess Exceptional Service Awards: ¢ Airman First Class Lamberto Arrez Sanchez * Senior Airman Jacob Gomez = Recognition: * Dyess Fire Captain Lawson Stuart PRESENTATION OF CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda consisted of items 4-17. Item 17 was pulled for individual consideration. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. The following addressed the City Council: Aaron Young Jessica Jacob Jarred Stratton Tammy Fogle Anthony Archuleta With no other speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Beard moved to approve the consent agenda, consisting of items 4-16. Councilmember Bailey seconded the motion. Motion carried. AYES (7): Mayor Hurt, …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 12:00

Visual Arts Jury

Visual Arts Jury to review artwork for public display

The Visual Arts Jury Board will meet to discuss and take action on accepting artwork for public display. This includes reviewing artist proposals and specific loaned sculptures.

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1101 North 1st, Abilene
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City of Abilene Visual Arts Jury Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Visual Arts Jury Board of City of Abilene to be held on July 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM at the T&P Depot, 1101 N 1st Street, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes (Discussion and Action) AGENDA ITEMS 2. Discussion on Accepting and Approving Artwork for Public Display (Discussion and Action) • Artists' examples of work and/or proposal for characters. 3. Discussion on Accepting and Approving Loaned Artwork for Public Display. (Discussion and Action) • Artists' examples of work for loaned sculptures from Luke Sides, Danville Chadbourne, and Michael Majarris. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 16th day of July, 2026, at 4:10 p.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary, TRMC, CMC
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 15:30

Airport Development Board

Board to consider $5 million grant and terminal expansion contracts

The Airport Development Board will review management reports and FY27 budget proposals. The body is deciding on recommendations for terminal expansion contracts, a federal grant, and a convenience store lease.

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City of Abilene Airport Development Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Airport Development Board of City of Abilene to be held on July 22, 2026 at 3:30 PM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. CALL TO ORDER 1. Call to Order and Introduce New Member and Visitors. MINUTES 2. Consideration and Action Approving Minutes of the May 13th, 2026 Meeting AGENDA ITEMS 3. Airport Management Reports: • Review and Acknowledgment of Statistical Reports • Regulatory and Legislative Issues Update • Update on current projects and operations issues - Airport Access Road Project, Terminal Improvements/Expansion, Aircraft Ramp Project, Outstanding Maintenance/Repairs, Operations Events - Airport Tenant Issues/Performance, verify IFE of Kutchins & Groh contract • Budget Submittal - FY27 proposals (Parking Lot Revenue Control System Replacement, air service consultant, air service advertising, ARFF truck upfit. • Air Service and Business Development Update - Air Service Performance, PHX Flight • Land Development • Staffing • Facilities and Planning Committee Report 4. Discussion and Action to Recommend Approval of an Amendment to the Task Order with Garver for Construction Administration for the Air Tanker Ramp Project. 5. Discussion and Action to Recommend Acceptance of an FY26 Airport Terminal Program Grant in t …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 08:30

Parks & Recreation Board

Board will consider location for new recycling center (temporary and permanent)

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and possibly act on approving a new recycling center’s temporary and permanent location. The board will also hold a public hearing and possible action on renaming the Sears Recreation Center. Additional reports will cover aquatics, parks, recreation, seniors and zoo updates, including grant awards and facility projects.

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene
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City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board of City of Abilene to be held on July 21, 2026 at 8:30AM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes (Discussion and Action) PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Award (Discussion) • Angela Koonsman, Senior Services - 15 years EXECUTIVE SESSION 3. Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 551.071, a governmental body may seek advice from its attorney regarding a pending or contemplated litigation subject, settlement offer, or attorney-client privileged information. After discussion in executive session, any action or vote will be taken in public. The Parks and Recreation Board of the City of Abilene may adjourn into executive session to discuss any of the matters listed below or listed in this Agenda, as authorized by the following Texas Government Code Sections: 1. Renaming Sears Recreation Center, Section 551.071 AGENDA ITEMS 4. Approval of New Recycling Center Temporary and Permanent Location (Discussion, Public Hearing and Possible Action) 5. Renaming Sears Recreation Center (Discussion, Public Hearing and Possible Action) 6. Aquatics Report (Discussion) • Water Walkers 7. Parks Report (Discus …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 09:00

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

Senior Citizens Advisory Board meeting on July 15, 2026

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet to discuss upcoming community events. Discussion topics include Diverse Dances, a Wellness Expo scheduled for September 22, 2026, and a Holiday Celebration.

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Rose Park Senior Center, Abilene
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City of Abilene Senior Citizens Advisory Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Senior Citizens Advisory Board of City of Abilene to be held on July 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Rose Park Senior Center, 2625 South 7th, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Senior Citizens Advisory Board reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes (Discussion and Action) AGENDA ITEMS 2. Diverse Dances (Discussion) 3. Wellness Expo September 22, 2026 (Discussion) 4. Holiday Celebration (Discussion) ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 9th day of July, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary, TRMC, CMC
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment considers three variance requests

The Board of Adjustment will review several property variance requests regarding setbacks and lot coverage. The meeting also includes a report on the minutes from the June 9, 2026, regular meeting.

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Board of Adjustment Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Adjustment of City of Abilene to be held on July 14, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on June 9, 2026. AGENDA ITEMS 2. (BA-2026-06): Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on A Request for a Variance to Allow a 240' Separation Between an On-Premise Liquor Store and a Public School, Where 300' is Required. Located at 833 S 1st Street. (Mason Teegardin) 3. (BA-2026-07): Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request for a Variance to Allow for a 0-Foot Setback Along China St, S 5th St, and The Alley, Where 25-Feet Is Required. Located at 433 China Street. (Clarissa Ivey) 4. (BA-2026-08): Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on A Request for A Variance to Allow 60% Lot Coverage Where 50% is Allowed, a 5-Foot Rear Setback Where 25-Feet is Required, and a 5-Foot Side Setback Where 7.5-Feet is Required. Located at 44 Pinehurst. (Kera Valois) EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board of Adjustment of the City of Abilene reserves the right to adjourn into executive session regarding any item liste …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 13:30

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to vote on police union contract amendment

The Abilene Civil Service Commission will meet at City Hall to approve minutes and elect leadership. The primary action item is a proposed amendment to the Meet and Confer Agreement with the Abilene Police Officers Association, which was mutually agreed in May 2024 and revised in October 2024. Commissioners will review a report on the changes and vote on whether to adopt the amendment.

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City of Abilene Civil Service Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Civil Service Commission of City of Abilene to be held on July 14, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting AGENDA ITEMS 2. Election of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Civil Service Commission. 3. Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion, and Take Action to Amend the Meet and Confer Agreement between the City of Abilene and the Abilene Police Officer's Association, as mutually agreed to between the City and the Association on May 30, 2024, and revised on October 30, 2024, during a public meeting. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 8th day of July, 2026, at 4:50 p.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary, TRMC, CMC
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 15:00

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities meeting on July 14

The board will meet to discuss several accessibility and community items. Discussion topics include an ADA assessment, a CityLink report, and a grant for Nelson Playground.

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555 Walnut Street, Abilene
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City of Abilene Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities of City of Abilene to be held on July 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes (Discussion and Action) AGENDA ITEMS 2. City Mission and Board Resolution 3. Special Events Accessibility Checklist (Discussion and Action) 4. ADA Assessment (Discussion) 5. CityLink Report (Discussion) 6. Champions Day (Discussion) 7. Grant for Nelson Playground (Discussion) 8. Upcoming Board Topics (Discussion) • This item allows board members to recommend topics to be included and discussed at future board meetings. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 8th day of July, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council considers multiple zoning changes and infrastructure contracts

The City Council will review several zoning requests for residential and commercial developments. The agenda also includes approvals for traffic signal improvements, water infrastructure grants, and various professional service contracts.

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✓ Decided: Abilene City Council approves multiple zoning changes and water utility contracts

City Council approved several zoning amendments, including a new Planned Development District and a commercial rezoning on Barrow Street. The council also authorized professional services contracts for water infrastructure and PFAS design, and approved the Development Corporation of Abilene's budget and economic plan.

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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on July 9, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Awards: • Heather Carter - 20 Years - Library • Alyssa Crow - 20 Years - Library 3. Proclamation: • Parks & Recreation Month 4. Recognition: • Development Corporation of Abilene CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the eve …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 9, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Regular Session on July 9, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Jay Patterson, Benjamin Bailey, Miguel Espinoza and Travis Crave. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, City Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price led the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS = Service Awards: ¢ Heather Carter — 20 Years — Library * Alyssa Crow — 20 Years - Library = Proclamation: ¢ Parks & Recreation Month = Recognition: ¢ Development Corporation of Abilene Awards PRESENTATION OF CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda consisted of items 5-12. No items were pulled for individual consideration. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. The following addressed the City Council: Maresa Polanco Drew Elliott Christie Jones Tammy Fogle With no other speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. Councilmember Patterson moved to approve the consent agenda, consisting of items 5-12. Deputy Mayor Pro- tem Beard seconded the motion. Motion carried. AYE …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 13:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Abilene Planning & Zoning Commission to consider multiple zoning and permit requests

The commission will review several requests for conditional use permits and zoning changes. These items include proposals for a recreational vehicle park, daycare, tattoo parlor, and various residential or commercial rezonings.

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City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of City of Abilene to be held on July 7, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on June 2, 2026 ZONING Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on the following Zoning Cases: 2. CUP-2026-09: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from The Owner To Apply a Conditional Use Permit to Approximately 41.188 Acres Zoned Agricultural Open (AO) To Allow for A Recreational Vehicle Park. Located At 6702 East Lake Road. Legal Description Being an Approximate 41.188 Acre Tract out of a 76.21 Acre tract of the John Sellers Survey 76, Abilene, Jones County, Texas. (Kera Valois) 3. CUP-2026-10: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on a Request from the Owner to Apply a Conditional Use Permit to Allow a Daycare Operation – Center-Based within Multi-Family (MF). Located at 3050 Old Anson Road. Legal description being Lots 101 and 102, Block A, Anson Park Addition, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas. (Adam Holland) 4. CUP-2026-11: Receive a Report, Hold a D …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 16:00

Child Advocacy Center Board

Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board meeting on July 7, 2026

The board will meet to review and potentially approve FY2027 Board Resolutions. The agenda also includes discussions regarding staff appreciation plans, fundraising, prevention events, and legal communications.

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300 Oak Street, Abilene
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City of Abilene Child Advocacy Center Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Abilene-Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board to be held on July 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Taylor County Courthouse, 300 Oak, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Approval of Minutes from May 5, 2026, Meeting AGENDA ITEMS 2. Review, Approve and Sign FY2027 Board Resolutions 3. Discussion and Possible Action of Staff Appreciation Plans 4. Discuss Legally Permissible Board Communications 5. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Fund Raising and Prevention Events ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 23rd day of June, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Kaitlin Richardson, Deputy City Secretary, TRMC, CMC
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Building Standards

Board of Building Standards considers property rehabilitation or demolition

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding several properties to determine if they require rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. These cases involve specific addresses across Abilene to address building standards.

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555 Walnut St, City Hall, Council Chambers, Abilene
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City of Abilene Board of Building Standards Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Board of Building Standards of City of Abilene to be held on July 1, 2026 at 8:30am at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES A. Public hearing and approval of June 3, 2026 Board of Building Standards meeting minutes. PUBLIC HEARINGS: STATEMENT OF POLICY In all cases, except where specifically stated otherwise, buildings must be secured and the lot clean and mowed by the owner within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of results of this hearing. If this is not done, the City may do so and bill the owner. In any case where the Board orders the owner to demolish a structure or structures, but the owner fails to demolish or appeal the Board's order, the City may demolish. Any appeal must be filed in district court within 30 calendar days after the aggrieved party receives notice of the Board's decision. At the hearing, you should be prepared to present the following information: 1. Specific time frame needed to complete repairs. 2. Specific scope of repair work to be completed. 3. Cost estimates for work to be done by licensed, bonded contractors such as electrical, plumbing or heating and air-conditioning contractors. You have the right to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing, the right to inspect the file on the property at the off …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Abilene City Council considers bond issuance and multiple zoning changes

The City Council will review several zoning requests and ordinances including speed limit increases. The meeting also includes a vote on authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026.

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555 Walnut St., Abilene
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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on June 25, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Lynn Beard PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Recognition: • Communications Department TAMIO Awards CONSENT AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS All items listed in the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion or presentation of these items unless otherwise requested by a Council Member. In the event one or more Council Members remove an item from the consent Agenda for separate discussion or presentation, the item or items removed will …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:00

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board meeting on June 23, 2026

The Board will review financial statements and minutes from May 2026. Discussion includes updates on funding and pension plan document tables. The Board will also consider several benefit payments, terminations, and contribution refunds.

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555 Walnut, Abilene
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City of Abilene Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of the City of Abilene to be held on June 23, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall, Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 555 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda AGENDA ITEMS 1 Consider acceptance of May 26, 2026 minutes. 2 Consider acceptance of May 2026 financial statements. 3 Update on funding subcommittee meeting. 4 Update from Raj Allada with Pension EZ and discussion and possible action on plan document tables and correcting benefit payments to those affected. 5 Consider approval of death benefit to Whitney Patterson, Blakely Patterson, Saylor Patterson and Knox Patterson effective May 15, 2026. 6 Consider approval to terminate retirement benefits to Larry Ross, who passed away May 30, 2026. 7 Consider approval of refund of contributions to Jason King who resigned effective June 11, 2026. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. C …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to canvass runoff election results for Place 4

The City Council will meet to receive a report and hold a public hearing regarding the June 13, 2026, runoff election for City Council Place 4. Following the canvass, the council will issue a certificate of election and oath of office to Councilmember-elect Benjamin Bailey.

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✓ Decided: Council declares Benjamin Bailey elected to City Council Place 4

The City Council canvassed the returns and declared the results of the June 13, 2026, runoff election for City Council Place 4. Benjamin Bailey received the majority of votes and was declared duly elected.

555 Walnut St, Abilene
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City of Abilene City Council Agenda Shane Price, Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Jay Patterson, Council Member Benjamin Bailey, Council Member Emily Crawford, City Manager Weldon Hurt, Mayor Miguel Espinoza, Council Member Travis Craver, Council Member Stanley Smith, City Attorney Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary Special Called Meeting - Runoff Election Canvass Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of City of Abilene to be held on June 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The City Council reserves the right to meet in a closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION 1. Councilmember Jay Patterson PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG AND THE TEXAS FLAG PUBLIC COMMENTS There will be no votes or any formal actions taken on subjects presented during public comment. The public comment period will only allow members of the public to present ideas and information to city officials and staff. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS 2. Resolution: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Canvassing the Returns and Declaring the Results of the Runoff Election Held in the City of Abilene on June 13, 2026 for City Cou …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 13, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ABILENE, TEXAS COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas met in Special Session on June 13, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 555 Walnut St. Mayor Weldon Hurt was present and presiding, along with Mayor Pro-tem Shane Price, Deputy Mayor Pro-tem Lynn Beard, and Councilmembers Brian Yates, and Miguel Espinoza. Councilmembers Jay Patterson and Travis Craver were absent. Also present were City Manager Emily Crawford, City Attorney Stanley Smith, and City Secretary Shawna Atkinson. Councilmember Miguel Espinoza led the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and the State of Texas Flag. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Hurt opened the public comment period. With no speakers coming forward, the public comment period was closed. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Resolution: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Canvassing the Returns and Declaring the Results of the Runoff Election Held in the City of Abilene on June 13, 2026 for City Council Place 4. [ASSIGNED RESOLUTION NO. 124-2026] Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary, presented the item. Adoption of the item would canvass the returns and declare the results of the Runoff Election held on June 13, 2026 for City Council Place 4. Benjamin Bailey received the majority of votes and is therefore duly elected. Mayor Hurt opened the public hearing. With no …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:30

Street Maintenance Advisory & Appeals Board

Board discusses street maintenance programs for 2026 and 2027

The Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board will review updates on the 2026 street maintenance program. The board is also scheduled to discuss and take action on proposed street projects for the 2027 program.

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City of Abilene Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Street Maintenance Advisory And Appeals Board of City of Abilene to be held on June 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on October 30th, 2025 AGENDA ITEMS 2. Street Projects for 2026 Street Maintenance Program Update Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion on 2026 Street Projects Street Maintenance Program. 3. Street Projects for 2027 Street Maintenance Program Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion, and Take Action on 2027 proposed Street Projects for the Street Maintenance Program. A. Public Comments 4. Future Meeting: Receive a Report, hold a Discussion, and Take Action on Future Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board Meeting dates. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CER …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 08:30

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks and Recreation Board discusses park assessments and land leases

The board will consider a parks assessment and a resolution to lease parkland to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The meeting also includes reports on aquatics, senior programs, and zoo updates.

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City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board of City of Abilene to be held on June 16, 2026 at 8:30 AM at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Council Chambers, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments on Any Item on the Agenda MINUTES 1. Minutes (Discussion and Action) PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. Service Award (Discussion) • Pablino Hill, Facilities Maintenance - 15 years EXECUTIVE SESSION 3. Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 551.072, a governmental body may conduct a closed meeting to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. Additionally, Section 551.087 allows a governmental body to discuss or deliberate on commercial or financial information that has been received from a business prospect that the governmental body seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the City and with which there may be ongoing negotiations or deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect. Further, Section 551.071 provides that a governmental body may seek advice from its attorney regarding a pending or contemplated litigation subject, settlement offer, or attorney- …
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Fri Jun 12, 2026 · 10:00

Office of Neighborhood Services

Board discusses leadership elections and community development funding

The Neighborhood Services Advisory Board will review the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting. The board will also discuss nominations for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and receive a report on CDBG and HOME investment funding applications.

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City of Abilene Neighborhood Services Advisory Board Agenda Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Neighborhood Services Advisory Board of City of Abilene to be held on June 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Basement Conference Room, Abilene, Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Minutes: Receive a Report, Hold a Discussion and Public Hearing, and Take Action on Approving the Minutes from the Regular Meeting Held on April 6, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENTS AGENDA ITEMS 2. Discussion: Nomination and possible election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the Neighborhood Services Advisory Board. 3. Presentation: Receive a Report and Hold a Discussion on and make Recommendations on Community Development Block Grant CDBG and HOME Investment Funding Applications. ADJOURNMENT Notice In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Abilene will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending meetings. To better serve you, requests should be received forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduled meetings. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 325-676-6208. Telecommunication device for the deaf is 325-676-6360. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the above meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Abilene, Texas, on the 5th day of June, 2026, at 1:10 pm. Shawna Atkinson, City Secretary
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 102 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$4.1MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER 0003 FOR A QUANTITY OF 540 PIECES TO BE OVERHAULED AND
$4.1MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
$2.0MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · OVERHAUL OF THE UH-60 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
$1.9MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · ORDER AGAINST BASIC CONTRACT.
$1.9MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER 0001 UNDER BASIC CONTRACT W58RGZ-17-D-0018 FOR THE OVER
$1.9MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · PITCH TRIM CYLINDER ASSY
$1.8MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · 200608!002897!2100!W58RGZ!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W58RGZ05D03
$1.3MEASTLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: CNH
$1.3MTEXAS AEROSPACE SERVICES INC
Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER
$1.3MEASTLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT:CNH

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Taylor County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-27 people (+$7.8M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Severe Storm": 6, "Flood": 5, "Fire": 5, "Hurricane": 3, " · last Fri May 17, 2024)
Traffic fatalities12 (5 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments3,658 (61,016 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,207/mo (1,791 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy22.1% (low numeracy 33% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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4,081
Recorded votes
$270.3M
Annual budget
$407.2M
Debt outstanding
1,020
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$270.3M
Spending$271.7M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$407.2M
Debt-to-revenue1.51×
Debt-load index68 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.475
All kids
0.439
Black kids
0.364

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Where it’s happening

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