Abilene public meetings in 2022

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider a request to charge spectator fees for an AISD softball tournament at Red Bud Park. The meeting also includes reports on mowing season, senior programs, and zoo events.

• Proposed $5 adult and $2 student spectator fee for Cooper High School Softball Tournament
• Executive session regarding Nelson Park real property
• Parks report update on the end of mowing season
• Seniors report including extended Tuesday hours and holiday fundraiser results
• Zoo report covering Christmas at the Zoo!

The Parks and Recreation Board approved spectator fees for an upcoming softball tournament at Redbud Fields. The board also held an executive session regarding real property and legal consultation, though no actions were taken during that session.

• Approved $5 adult and $2 student spectator fees for AISD Cooper High Softball Tournament (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 (all in favor)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will consider a request for historic overlay zoning at 689 E.N. 18th Street. The commission will also review and take action on minutes from the August 23, 2022 meeting.

• Historic overlay zoning request for the McKinzie House at 689 E.N. 18th Street
• Review of minutes from the August 23, 2022 meeting

The Commission approved a request for historic overlay zoning at 689 E.N. 18th Street. The property is a 1929 Mission/Spanish Revival residence. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 23 meeting.

• Approved historic overlay zoning for McKinzie House at 689 E.N. 18th Street (5-0)
• Approved August 23 meeting minutes (5-0)

• Request for Historic Overlay Zoning at the McKinzie House
  689 E.N. 18th Street

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will canvass the results of plan changes voted on between December 1 and December 15, 2022. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on approving plan amendments.

• Canvassing results of plan changes voted on from December 1 through December 15, 2022
• Discussion and possible action on approving plan amendments

General

The City Council approved a resolution prohibiting the display or promotion of obscene or harmful materials to minors at the Abilene Public Library. Council also approved several economic development projects and two zoning changes to Heavy Commercial. Additionally, the city certified charter amendments approved by voters on November 8, 2022.

• Approved resolution prohibiting obscene and harmful materials in public library (7-0)
• Approved DCOA Project Little Giant for Tige Boats (6-0)
• Approved DCOA Project Fox Hill (6-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Rainy Creek Abilene LP (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of ~5 acres to Heavy Commercial for Leticia Leija (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of ~5.27 acres to Heavy Commercial for Mike and Buffi Awtry (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Certified charter amendments approved by voters on Nov 8, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Standards of Care for Parks & Recreation Youth Programs (7-0)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board approved a reduced contract for terminal modernization and a use agreement with Shift Sector. The board also reviewed airport statistical reports and project updates, including a $15 million Forest Service Ramp Project.

• Approved recommendation to award Terminal modernizations Phase I contract to Teinert Construction for $1,722,724
• Approved Change Order 1 to reduce scope and cost of Teinert Construction contract to $1,722,724
• Approved recommendation for a three-year Airport Use Agreement with Shift Sector at a flat rate of $8,000 per year
• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2022 meeting

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards ordered the owners of three properties to provide repair plans and permits within 30 days. Each order requires rough-in inspections within 60 days of permit approval, with final inspections to be completed by permit expiration.

• Ordered owner of 1018 Orange St. to repair property (6-1)
• Ordered owner of 258 Ross Ave. to repair property (6-1)
• Ordered owner of 1102 Monroe St. to repair property (7-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-2)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission approved three plat requests and two zoning changes. These include a rezoning for commercial use on Ben Richey Drive and a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor on Pine Street.

• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Final Re-plat of Lot 405 and 406, Block A, Five Points Business Park with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Southern Meadows Section 5, Addition 1 with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Roberts Overland Addition (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Roberts Overland Addition Lots 1 and 2, Block A with conditions (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5.83 acres at 888 Ben Richey Drive from Agricultural Open to Heavy Commercial (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a tattoo parlor at 226 Pine Street (6-0)

General

The council will consider several rezoning requests, including a 187-acre change to planned development. The agenda also includes approvals for police equipment, telematics software, and an economic development agreement with Rainy Creek Abilene LP.

• Rezoning of approximately 187 acres from Agricultural Open to Planned Development District 177
• Purchase of Axon Taser 7 weapons, holsters, batteries, training, and cartridges
• Purchase of a Mobile Command Center from LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles
• Contract award to MCS of Tampa for the Dyess Single-Mode Fiber Expansion Project
• Economic development agreement with Rainy Creek Abilene LP

City Council approved the rezoning of 187 acres for residential and commercial use and 3.02 acres for an extended stay motel. The council also approved the abandonment of Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevard. A consent agenda was passed covering various equipment purchases and board appointments.

• Approved rezoning 187 acres to Planned Development District 177 for residential and commercial uses (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 3.02 acres from Heavy Commercial to General Retail for an extended stay motel (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for multi-family uses on 3.02 acres for an extended stay motel (4-0)
• Approved abandonment of Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Axon Taser 7 weapons, holsters, batteries, training, and cartridges (6-0)
• Approved purchase of a Mobile Command Center from LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles (6-0)
• Approved contract with MCS of Tampa for Dyess Single-Mode Fiber Expansion Project (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Board of Adjustment, Board of Building Standards, Citizen's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities, Neighborhood Services Advisory Board, and Visual Arts Jury (6-0)

• Purchase of Axon Taser 7 Conducted Energy Weapons, Holster, Batteries, Training, and Cartridges
• Purchase of a Mobile Command Center from LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles
• Awarding a Contract to MCS of Tampa for Dyess Single-Mode Fiber Expansion Project
• Gift to Dyess Air Force Base for the Single-Mode Fiber Expansion Project
• Purchase and Implementation of Samsara Telematics Software, Hardware and Integration Services
• Agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. for FMLA and LOA System
• Establishing the 2023 Standards of Care
• Amending Chapter 5, Ambulance Services, Article I, In General, Abilene Code of Ordinances

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The board will introduce new member Robin Walls and staff member Lisa Sosa. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the December 9, 2022, Christmas Fundraiser and Food Bank of Abilene updates.

• Introduction of new board member Robin Walls
• Introduction of new kitchen supervisor Lisa Sosa
• Discussion of December 9, 2022, Christmas Fundraiser
• Discussion of Food Bank of Abilene time changes and participation numbers

General

City Council approved resolutions to canvass and declare the results of the November 8, 2022, special elections and bond election. Multiple charter amendments and the Sanctuary City for the Unborn Ordinance passed, while one parks board amendment failed. A bond election for Fire Station Number 9 also passed.

• Approved results for Proposition B (Sanctuary City for the Unborn Ordinance): Passed (7-0)
• Approved results for Proposition C (Changing Gender Language in the Charter): Passed (7-0)
• Approved results for Proposition D (Replacing Councilmen with Councilmember in the Charter): Passed (7-0)
• Approved results for Proposition E (Parks Board Responsibilities in the Charter): Failed (7-0)
• Approved results for Proposition F (Parks Board Director in the Charter): Passed (7-0)
• Approved results for Proposition G (Planning & Zoning Duties in the Charter): Passed (7-0)
• Approved results for Proposition H (Civil Service Political Activity in the Charter): Passed (7-0)
• Approved bond election results for Fire Station Number 9: Passed (7-0)

General

The City Council will review several requests to change land zoning for agricultural and commercial properties. The agenda also includes a final reading for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 and road construction awards. Additionally, the council will consider highway improvements and software procurement.

• Rezoning 187 acres to Planned Development District 177 (PDD-177)
• Road construction award for Honey Bee and Honey Bee Circle to Bontke Brothers, Inc.
• Final reading for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #3 approval
• Right of Way fund contribution for US Highway 83 improvements
• Request to abandon Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevard

City Council approved the creation of TIRZ #3 for a north side residential development. The council also approved a consent agenda containing multiple zoning changes, a road construction contract, and software procurement.

• Approved Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #3 (4-0-2)
• Approved purchase of KeyValet Motorpool Software and Hardware (6-0)
• Awarded Bid #2310 Honey Bee and Honey Bee Circle Road Construction to Bontke Brothers, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved agreement for US Highway 83 right of way funds (6-0)
• Approved zoning change for 5 acres from Agricultural Open to Heavy Commercial (Z-2022-24) (6-0)
• Approved zoning change for 5.27 acres from Agricultural Open to Heavy Commercial (Z-2022-25) (6-0)
• Approved zoning change for 187 acres from Agricultural Open to PDD-177 (Z-2022-26) (6-0)
• Approved abandonment of Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevard (TC-2022-03) (5-0-1)

• Change the zoning of approximately 5 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to Heavy Commercial (HC)
  5 ac
• Change the zoning of approximately 5.27 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to Heavy Commercial (HC)
  5.27 ac
• Change the zoning of approximately 187 acres from Agricultural Open (AO) to Planned Development District 177 (PDD-177)
  187 ac
• Change the zoning of approximately 3.02 acres from Heavy Commercial (HC) to General Retail (GR)
  3.02 ac
• Apply a Conditional Use Permit to approximately 3.02 acres to allow multi-family uses in General Commercial
  3.02 ac
• Abandon Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevard
  Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevar
• Approving Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #3

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is reviewing a request for a $7 spectator fee for a December 10th event. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2023 Standards of Care and updates to the Keep Abilene Beautiful program. Various reports regarding zoo upgrades and park installations will be presented.

• Proposed $7 spectator fee for a movie at Festival Gardens on December 10th
• Special Recognition Policy update for the Keep Abilene Beautiful program
• Discussion of 2023 Standards of Care requirements and inspections
• Coach James Valentine Park sign installation report
• Zoo upgrades and seasonal event updates

The Board approved a $7 entry fee for the Movies in the Park event to cover costs. It also approved updates to the Special Recognition Policy and the 2023 Standards of Care.

• Approved $7 spectator fee for Movie in the Park (unanimous)
• Approved Special Recognition Policy update to exclude Bench and Tree Program (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Standards of Care (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 (unanimous)

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will review September meeting minutes and hear a presentation from Meagan Kirk of the Joseph Thomas Foundation. The meeting also includes discussions regarding CityLink, an ASL mixer, and setting goals for 2023.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Joseph Thomas Foundation presentation
• CityLink update
• American Sign Language (ASL) Mixer discussion
• Discussion of 2023 goals

The board approved the minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting. Members discussed goals for 2023 and potential topics for future meetings. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Street Maintenance Advisory & Appeals Board

The board will consider a report and public hearing regarding the 2023 Street Maintenance Program Addition. The meeting also includes approving minutes from the September 29, 2022, meeting.

• 2023 Street Maintenance Program Addition report and public hearing
• Approval of September 29, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board approved the addition of streets S5 and S13 to the 2023 Street Maintenance Program. This decision follows a staff recommendation on how to use approximately $5,000,000 in anticipated funds. The Board also rescheduled its June 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 29, 2022 meeting
• Approved adding S5 and S13 to 2023 street maintenance projects
• Rescheduled June 1, 2023 meeting to June 15, 2023

• 2023 Street Maintenance Program Addition

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will review updates on airport projects, staffing challenges, and regulatory issues. The board will also consider awarding a contract for Terminal Enabling Phase Construction. Additionally, members will meet in executive session to discuss potential tenants and airport security.

• Contract award for Terminal Enabling Phase Construction
• Updates on terminal improvements and aircraft charging station projects
• Review of statistical, regulatory, and legislative reports
• Discussion regarding Area B prospective tenant

The board approved the minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. No action was taken regarding the Terminal Enabling Phase Construction contract due to the bid price exceeding available funds. No decisions were made during the executive session.

• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes with changes

• Terminal Enabling Phase Construction

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a request for a freestanding group sign at 3858 Ridgemont Drive. It also granted a setback variance for a detached accessory building at 2425 Shoreline Drive.

• Approved minutes from September 13, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved construction of a freestanding group sign at 3858 Ridgemont Drive (4-0)
• Approved 2-foot side yard and 1-foot rear setback variance for accessory building at 2425 Shoreline Drive (4-0)

Library Advisory Board

The board will review a report and consider making a recommendation regarding library materials requests received through September 30, 2022. The Library Director will also present annual statistics and an update on the Kids Catalog.

• Recommendation on library materials requests through September 30, 2022
• Library Director's report on annual statistics
• Library Director's report on Kids Catalog
• Approval of August 29, 2022 minutes

The board received a Special Review Committee report regarding 30 reconsideration requests for library titles. After discussion, the board voted to table the committee's recommendations for a later meeting.

• Approved minutes of the previous meeting
• Tabled Special Review Committee recommendations on 26 book titles (6-1)

General

The City Council approved a zoning change for 3.57 acres from Medical Use to General Commercial. A separate request to change 0.843 acres to Multi-Family zoning was denied. The council also approved several board appointments and waste container bids via a consent agenda.

• Approved zoning change for AEI Properties LLC from Medical Use to General Commercial (7-0)
• Denied zoning change for Fuad Hamed from Agricultural Open/Multi-Family to Multi-Family (3-4)
• Approved appointment of members to various boards and commissions (7-0)
• Approved stop loss insurance coverage for health plan year 2023 (7-0)
• Approved bid for 300-gallon poly refuse containers from Snyder Industries (7-0)
• Approved bid for 95-gallon refuse containers from Toter LLC (7-0)
• Approved Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #3 (4-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved minutes from October 27, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards identified two properties as public nuisances and ordered their demolition. Additionally, the Board ordered the owners of two other properties to submit repair plans and obtain permits.

• Ordered demolition of 2049 Ambler Ave (5-0)
• Ordered repair of 2116 Sears Blvd, requiring permits and action plan within 60 days (5-0)
• Ordered demolition of 741 Mesquite St (4-0)
• Ordered repair of a property (case not fully named in text), requiring permits and action plan within 30 days (4-0)
• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission approved four rezoning requests, one conditional use permit, and a street abandonment request. These actions include designating land for heavy commercial use, a mixed-use planned development, and a hotel/multi-family project. One conditional use permit application for a tattoo parlor was withdrawn.

• Approved rezoning 5 acres to Heavy Commercial (HC) for Leticia Leija (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 5.27 acres to Heavy Commercial (HC) for Mike and Buffi Awtry (5-1)
• Approved rezoning 187 acres to Planned Development District 177 (PDD-177) for West Texas Land Guys (5-1)
• Approved rezoning 3.02 acres from Heavy Commercial (HC) to General Retail (GR) for John Felder (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for multi-family uses on 3.02 acres for John Felder (6-0)
• Withdrawn: Conditional Use Permit for tattoo parlor by Alexander Trust Real Estate LLC
• Approved abandonment of Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevard (6-0)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board will meet to approve September minutes and vote on new officers for 2023. The agenda also includes staff training on child sexual abuse prevention and updates regarding staff positions.

• Vote on 2023 Board Positions (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer)
• Staff training on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
• Update on MH Advocate position
• Update on CAC Intern position

General

City Council approved a consent agenda including water line relocation, police vehicles, and two zoning changes. The council also approved the purchase of four custom Pierce Fire Pumpers and awarded a paving contract for Marigold Street to Epic Construction Co.

• Approved purchase of four custom Pierce Fire Pumpers (5-0)
• Awarded Marigold Street Paving Improvements Bid No.# 2301 to Epic Construction Co. (5-0)
• Approved purchase of four 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles (5-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Jacob & Martin, LLC for Hwy 83 and FM3034 Water Line Relocation (5-0)
• Approved bid for Second Pressure Plane Supply Phase 3 - Northwest Pump Station (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Office of the Governor Bullet Resistant Shield Grant (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for 3.57 acres from Medical Use to General Commercial (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for .843 acres from Agricultural Open and Multi-Family to Multi-Family (5-0)

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury approved two new sculptures for public display: 'Evan the Fox & Best Friend' for the Storybook Garden and a 10-foot train piece for City Hall. The minutes from three prior meetings were also accepted. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from March 28, May 16, and July 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 'Evan the Fox & Best Friend' sculpture for Storybook Garden (unanimous)
• Approved 10-foot train sculpture for City Hall, pending final approval from Robert Hanna (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider a request to charge a $6 spectator fee for an event at Festival Gardens. The board will also discuss potential dog park locations at Kirby Park and Scarborough Park. Additionally, the meeting includes reports on senior services, recreation programs, and zoo updates.

• $6 spectator fee for Movie in The Park at Festival Gardens
• Potential dog park locations at Kirby Park and Scarborough Park
• Coach James Valentine Park dedication
• Zoo membership changes and new green space

The Parks and Recreation Board approved a request from Abilene Party Makers to charge a $6 entry fee for the Movies in the Park event to cover costs. The board also tabled discussion on potential dog park locations to gather more information, taking no action. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting
• Approved request to charge $6 spectator fee for Movies in the Park event
• Tabled discussion on potential dog park locations (no action taken)

General

The council approved a new Special Events Permit Policy and corresponding ordinance amendments to create a one-stop shop for event applications, payments, and city resources. It also approved a contract with All Kind Animal Initiative to manage Abilene Animal Services, and rezoned several properties. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved the consent agenda (items 4-10, 12-13, 15-19) including contracts for IT services, security cameras, VoIP equipment, street materials, water repair work, surveying, splash pad equipment, park restroom, animal services management, and a fallen hero memorial.
• Approved the Special Events Permit Policy (Resolution 181-2022) to centralize event applications and payments.
• Approved amending the speed limit on Oldham Lane to 60 mph from 1,250 feet south of Hardison Lane to the south city limits (Ordinance 50-2022).
• Approved amending the Special Events License ordinance to create a streamlined one-stop shop process (Ordinance 51-2022).
• Approved adding special events fees, including an application fee, to the fees and charges ordinance (Ordinance 52-2022).
• Approved abandoning Hickory and Cedar street rights-of-way on the Hardin Simmons University campus (Ordinance 53-2022).
• Approved rezoning 3.37 acres from Agricultural Open to General Commercial for Choi Fser Ventures (Ordinance 54-2022).
• Approved rezoning 4.76 acres from Heavy Commercial to General Commercial for Pak Harris Enterprises (Ordinance 55-2022).

Keep Abilene Beautiful

The Keep Abilene Beautiful Board will review the FY 2022-2023 budget and meeting dates. The board will also discuss the Adopt-A-Spot Program fee and upcoming community events.

• Review and approval of FY 2022-2023 Budget
• Discussion on Adopt-A-Spot Program & Fee
• Education Committee Bags to Benches Pilot Program report
• Tire Amnesty & Rain Barrel Giveaway (October 21st & 22nd)
• Clean-Up Event - Wicked Waters (October 29th)

The Keep Abilene Beautiful board approved the FY2022-2023 budget, the FY2023 board meeting schedule (second Wednesday at 4:00 pm), and a revised Adopt-A-Spot program guideline that imposes a fee for signage (waived for government and nonprofits). The board also discussed the Bags to Benches pilot program, upcoming events (Tire Amnesty & Rain Barrel Giveaway, Boo at the Zoo, Wicked Waters clean-up), and committee assignments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY2022-2023 budget (motion by Tolliver, second by Lee, passed)
• Approved FY2023 board meeting schedule: second Wednesday at 4:00 pm (motion by Tolliver, second by Robertson, passed)
• Approved revised Adopt-A-Spot program guideline with fee for signage (motion by Tolliver, second by Robertson, passed)

Airport Development Board

The board will review the FY22 and FY23 budgets and the current Land Use Plan. Management will provide updates on projects including a new fire station, terminal improvements, and fuel farm relocation. The meeting also includes discussions regarding staffing challenges and funding opportunities.

• Review of FY22 and FY23 budgets
• Updates on airport projects including New Fire Station and Terminal Improvements
• Review of the Land Use Plan
• Discussion of staffing challenges and automation options
• Executive session regarding a prospective tenant for Area B

The board approved the minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the airport management report, including a 4% drop in enplanements due to SkyWest's departure, and reviewed the land use plan for future development. No votes were taken on substantive items; the board entered executive session but made no decisions.

• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Abilene/Taylor County Child Advocacy Center Board will review minutes from the June 21, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes discussions on trauma-informed services training, donation fund parameters, and officer nominations. The Director's Report will also provide updates on FY23 grants.

• Staff training on trauma-informed services for child victims
• Discussion of donation fund ideas and parameters
• Officer nominations
• FY23 grant update
• Review of FY22 QSR Breadth and Depth Report

The Child Advocacy Center board approved a motion to set parameters for donation fund spending, allowing Director Melinda Beard discretion for up to $500 and requiring board treasurer approval for larger amounts. They also discussed outreach events, set board goals, and planned a staff appreciation week for November. The meeting was largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approved donation fund spending: up to $500 at director's discretion, over $500 with treasurer approval (unanimous)
• Tabled trauma-informed services training item due to staff illness
• Set board goals including Change for Change, donation fund use, staff recognition, and board T-shirts
• Planned staff appreciation week for first week of November using donation funds
• Officer nominations announced for November 1 vote: Chair Jason Shaw, Vice Chair Aubri Ward, Treasurer Craig Shaw, Secretary Casey Wasson

Street Maintenance Advisory & Appeals Board

The Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board approved the 2021-2022 Annual Report and a 2023 Street Maintenance Program update, recommending four intersection improvement projects (S. Willis St/S. 7th, Pine St/N. 10th, N. 18th/Kirkwood, and N. 14th/Westwood Dr.) for up to $1 million in funding. The board also approved revised minutes from March 2021 and October 2021, and set future meeting dates for November 10, 2022 and June 1, 2023. No public comments were received.

• Approved revised March 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved revised October 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Street Maintenance Program report (unanimous)
• Recommended intersection projects: S. Willis St/S. 7th, Pine St/N. 10th, N. 18th/Kirkwood, N. 14th/Westwood Dr. (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for November 10, 2022 and June 1, 2023 (unanimous)

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will consider August 2022 minutes and financial statements. The board will also discuss plan document changes and a potential payment to Indus Mokshum, LLC.

• $12,571.00 payment to Indus Mokshum, LLC for Pension EZ subscription
• Discussion of plan document changes
• Potential hosting of the 2024 TLFFRA conference in Abilene
• Adding Rodney Goodman as a signer for the 50 South account

General

The Abilene City Council will discuss several infrastructure and economic development projects. This includes agreements for a new animal shelter and updates to the downtown hotel development. The council will also review zoning changes and speed limit adjustments.

• Economic development agreement with All Kind Animal Initiative for a new animal shelter
• Naming rights for Downtown Hotel and Conference Center via Garfield Public/Private LLC
• Speed limit changes on Oldham Lane, including a 60 mph zone
• Rezoning of 3.37 acres from Agricultural Open to General Commercial
• Contract for roof replacement at the Police Department and Municipal Court complex

The council approved a Development Corporation of Abilene incentive for Project Eagle II, identified as Bridgestone Bandag, and tabled the Special Events Permit Policy after a councilmember raised concerns about business notification requirements for street closures. Consent agenda items including budgets, contracts, and zoning changes were approved. Final readings on street maintenance fee amendments and property abandonments/rezonings also passed.

• Approved Development Corporation of Abilene incentive for Bridgestone Bandag (Project Eagle II) (5-0)
• Tabled Special Events Permit Policy pending discussion on business notification requirements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 2-12 and 14-18 (5-0)
• Approved street maintenance fee ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of Scottish Road south of E. Stamford Road (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning of 30.7 acres from AO/MF to MF/GC (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved annual evaluations of City Secretary and City Attorney (5-0 each)
• Not considered: annual evaluations of City Manager and Municipal Court Judge

• Professional Services Agreement for Naming Rights to Downtown Hotel and Conference Center
  Downtown Hotel and Conference Center, Abilene
• Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with All Kind Animal Initiative
• Change Order No. 003 - Hotel Facilities for the Downtown Hotel Development Project
  Downtown Hotel Development Project
• Change Order No. 003 - Conference Facilities for the Downtown Hotel Development Project
  Downtown Hotel Development Project
• Professional Services Agreement for Catclaw Creek Drainage Improvements
  Catclaw Creek between S. 7th and S. 11th Streets
• Abandon Hickory Street between North 26th Street and Vogel Avenue
  Hickory Street Between North 26th Street and Vogel Avenue
• Rezoning Choi Fser Ventures, LLC from AO to GC
  3.37 ac
• Rezoning Pak Harris Enterprises Ltd from HC to GC
  4.76 ac

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved a request to charge a spectator fee for the annual Toys for Tots Softball Tournament, hosted by USA Softball District 11, to be held November 18-20 at Kirby Softball Complex. The board also approved the minutes from the August 16 meeting and recognized staff service awards. No public comment was received.

• Approved spectator fee for Toys for Tots Softball Tournament (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review multiple requests for variances regarding lot width and length requirements in residential and medium density zones. The meeting also includes a report on the minutes from the July 12, 2022, regular meeting.

• KeyCity Capital request for a 10-foot variance from minimum lot width in MD zone
• Blue Heritage Investments, LLC request for 20-foot width and 24-foot length variances in RS-6 zone
• Paul Herrera request for a 5-foot variance from minimum lot width in MD zone
• Paul Herrera request for a 10-foot variance from minimum lot width in MF zone

The Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests and denied one. Approved: a 10-foot lot-width variance for 1242 Pecan Street (BA-2022-06); a 5-foot lot-width variance for a lot in the Watson & Russel Subdivision (BA-2022-08); and a 10-foot lot-width variance for a lot in the Sunnyside Addition (BA-2022-09). Denied: a 20-foot lot-width and 24-foot lot-length variance for a lot in RS-6 zoning (BA-2022-07). One item (BA-2022-04) was tabled and then pulled by the applicant.

• Approved BA-2022-06: 10-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for MD zoning at 1242 Pecan Street (5-0).
• Denied BA-2022-07: 20-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width and 24-foot variance from minimum 100-foot lot length for RS-6 zoning (5-0).
• Approved BA-2022-08: 5-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for MD zoning in Watson & Russel Subdivision (5-0).
• Approved BA-2022-09: 10-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for MF zoning in Sunnyside Addition (5-0).
• Removed from table and pulled by applicant: BA-2022-04, an 8-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for RS-6 zoning.

• 8-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for RS-6 — tabled
• 10-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for MD
• 20-foot width and 24-foot length variance for RS-6
• 5-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for MD
• 10-foot variance from minimum 60-foot lot width for MF

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Citizens Advisory Board for People with Disabilities received updates on City Hall renovations (accessible pathway, adjustable podium, seating with arms) and a driver shortage affecting Citylink transit. Jamie Thomas was elected Vice Chairperson. No formal votes on policy or funding were taken.

General

The Abilene City Council will review several items, including budget approvals for the Convention and Visitors Bureau and Cultural Affairs Council. The agenda also includes requests for zoning changes and a contract for Cypress Street engineering services.

• Rezoning of approximately 30.7 acres from Agricultural Open and Residential Multi-Family to Residential Multi-Family and General Commercial
• Purchase of three Komatsu Wheel Loaders from Kirby Smith Equipment
• Purchase of two Mack MD7 Trucks for Solid Waste Services
• Amending the Street Maintenance Fee Ordinance
• Approval of FY 2023 budgets for local bureaus

The Abilene City Council approved a contract with Jacob & Martin LLC for Cypress Street engineering and design services (6-0) and approved TIRZ funding for the same project (6-0). The council tabled the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau FY 2023 budget due to calculation issues. Several consent agenda items were approved, including appointments to boards and commissions, equipment purchases, and a water facility expansion bid.

• Approved contract with Jacob & Martin LLC for Cypress Street engineering and design services (6-0)
• Approved TIRZ funding for Cypress Street engineering and design services (6-0)
• Tabled Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau FY 2023 budget (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 3-7, 9-13, and 16 (6-0)
• Approved annual evaluation of City Manager (6-0)
• Approved annual evaluation of Municipal Court Judge (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.8249 acres from RS-6 to GC (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Keep Abilene Beautiful board (6-0)

• Abandon southern portion of Existing Scottish Road south of E. Stamford Road
  Existing Scottish Road south of E. Stamford Road, Abilene, T
• Rezoning 30.7 Acres from AO and MF to MF and GC
  30.7 ac
• Rezoning 0.8249 Acres from RS-6 to GC
  0.8249 ac
• Awarding the Bid for the Hamby Water Reclamation Facility Improvements Phase II Expansion
  Hamby Water Reclamation Facility

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards approved demolition orders for two properties deemed public nuisances (774 E. Hwy 80 and 4481 Maple St.), and ordered repairs for two others (2049 Ambler Ave. and 309 Fannin St.) with specific timelines. The board also untabled case 21-001757 and approved the August minutes with a correction.

• Untabled Case 21-001757 (774 E. Hwy 80) (6-0)
• Approved 30-day timeline for owner to organize team, provide documents, and obtain permit for 774 E. Hwy 80 (4-2)
• Ordered owner of 2049 Ambler Ave. to repair with 30-day permit/plan, 60-day rough-in, final inspections by permit expiration (5-0)
• Declared 4481 Maple St. a public nuisance (5-0)
• Ordered demolition of 4481 Maple St. or appeal within 30 days (5-0)
• Ordered owner of 309 Fannin St. to repair with 30-day permit/plan, 60-day rough-in, final inspections by permit expiration (7-0)
• Approved August 3, 2022 minutes with correction to realtor name (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several plat applications and zoning requests. This includes a proposal by Hardin Simmons University to abandon specific streets and two requests for General Commercial rezoning. The body will also discuss the RS-5 residential zoning designation.

• Street abandonment request by Hardin Simmons University
• Rezoning 3.37 acres from Agricultural Open to General Commercial
• Rezoning 4.76 acres from Heavy Commercial to General Commercial
• Plat approvals for Elm Creek at Wyie and Woodland Acres
• Discussion on RS-5 zoning (5,000-square foot lots)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the abandonment of Cedar, Hickory, and Vogel streets on the Hardin Simmons University campus, but denied the closure of Simmons Avenue pending more information. The commission also approved two zoning changes: 3.37 acres on Oldham Lane from Agricultural Open to General Commercial for a convenience store, and 4.76 acres on Industrial Boulevard from Heavy Commercial to General Commercial. Four plats were approved with conditions, and a discussion was held on the potential RS-5 zoning designation.

• Approved street closures for Cedar, Hickory, and Vogel on HSU campus (5-0)
• Denied closure of Simmons Avenue pending more information (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 3.37 acres on Oldham Lane from AO to GC (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 4.76 acres on Industrial Blvd from HC to GC (5-0)
• Approved plats for Elm Creek at Wylie Sections 4 and 5, Woodland Acres (4-0)
• Removed Venugopala Addition plat from agenda
• Discussed RS-5 zoning designation; no action taken

• Elm Creek at Wyie Section 4
• Elm Creek at Wylie Section 5
• Venugopala Addition
• Woodland Acres
• Abandonment of Streets (Simmons Avenue, Hickory Street, Cedar Street, and Vogel Avenue)
  Simmons Avenue between Ambler Avenue and University Boulevar
• Rezoning from AO to GC for Choi Fser Ventures, LLC
  North Half of Survey 61 Blind Asylum Lands, Abilene, TX · 3.37 ac
• Rezoning from HC to GC for Pak Harris Enterprises Ltd
  Lot 401, Block A, Industrial Trade Center, Abilene, TX · 4.76 ac
• Residential Single-Family-5 (RS-5) Zoning Designation Discussion

Library Advisory Board

The board will consider creating a standing committee for reviewing library materials requests. Members will also receive a report and discuss a recommendation regarding the book 'Let’s Talk About It: The Teen’s Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human'.

• Proposal to create a standing committee for future review of library materials requests
• Review of request for 'Let’s Talk About It: The Teen’s Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human'

General

The City Council will consider a settlement between the ACSC and Atmos Energy Corp regarding rate review mechanisms. The meeting also includes first readings for road abandonment and zoning changes, alongside approvals for trail construction contracts.

• $65,571.25 payment to Southern Switching Company for College Drive railroad crossing improvement
• Rezoning of 30.7 acres from Agricultural Open/Residential Multi-Family to MF and General Commercial
• Contract with Bontke Brothers Construction, Inc. for Park Trail Improvements
• Contract with Bontke Brothers Construction Company, Inc. for Cedar Creek Trail Development Project
• Professional Services Contract to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for N 5th St Intersection Modifications

The City Council approved the Abilene Public Library's Parental Responsibility Policy as written, with a provision for future detail and cleanup. The council also approved re-creating the Library Advisory Board with added requirements for material procurement, reasonable time frames, and public comment on agendas. Both votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Library Parental Responsibility Policy (7-0)
• Approved re-creation of Library Advisory Board with added requirements (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 2-13 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 14.34 acres to create Tract 6 of PD-104 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved awarding bid for Buck Creek Caterpillar Engine Rebuild (consent)
• Approved contract with Bontke Brothers for Park Trail Improvements (consent)
• Approved contract with Bontke Brothers for Cedar Creek Trail Development (consent)
• Approved negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. (consent)

• Contract with Bontke Brothers Construction, Inc. for the Park Trail Improvements
• Contract with Bontke Brothers Construction Company, Inc. for the Cedar Creek Trail Development Project
• Negotiated Settlement Between the Abilene-Taylor County Events Venue District and Atmos Energy Corp regarding 2022 Rate
• Professional Services Contract to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. For N 5th St Intersection Modifications
  N 5th St
• Abandon the Entire southern portion of the Existing Scottish Road south of E. Stamford Road
  Scottish Road south of E. Stamford Road
• Change Zoning of Approximately 30.7 Acres from Agricultural Open (AO) and Residential Multi-Family (MF) to Residential M
  30.7 ac
• Change Zoning of Approximately .8249 Acres from Residential Single-Family (RS-6) to General Commercial (GC)
  0.8249 ac
• Amend the Terms and Conditions of Planned Development District Number 104
  Lot 1, Block A (MF), Trails of Abilene Addition · 14.34 ac

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The board will discuss upcoming senior center events, including a talent show and wellness fair. Members will also introduce new staff and a new board member. Discussions include disability accessibility and Food Bank of Abilene updates.

• Introduction of Lisa Sosa, Kitchen Supervisor III
• Introduction of new board member Robin Walls
• Upcoming Senior Talent Show on August 27, 2022
• Discussion regarding a disability accessible ramp
• Food Bank of Abilene participation and time changes

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board will review July 2022 financial statements and minutes. The meeting includes discussions on overtime caps and the approval of retirement benefits and service payments.

• $23,400.00 payment to Foster & Foster for actuarial valuation and reports
• $375.00 payment to Hund, Krier, Wilkerson & Wright, P.C. for legal services
• Approval of retirement benefits for James A. Moore
• Refund of contributions for Kelton Reynolds
• Discussion on the 288 hour overtime cap and TIFMAS deployments

Landmarks Commission

The Abilene Landmarks Commission will consider approving a historic zone tax reduction for an improvement project costing $51,574.01. The commission will also review and take action on minutes from two prior meetings. Public hearings will be held for both items.

• Historic Zone Tax Reduction request HPTR-2022-01 for $51,574.01 improvement project
• Approval of minutes from July 7, 2022 special called meeting and April 26, 2022 regular meeting

The Landmarks Commission approved a Historic Zone Tax Reduction of $51,574.01 for improvements to a house built in 1939/1940 by W. Rufus Sivley. The project included converting a back porch to a bedroom and bath, removing a window, and constructing a new back porch. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from July 7, 2022 and April 26, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved HPTR-2022-01: Historic Zone Tax Reduction of $51,574.01 for improvements at a RS-6/H zoned property (6-0)

• Historic Zone Tax Reduction Request - HPTR-2022-01
  $51,574

City Council

The City Council will hold a final reading on an ordinance to order a special election. The proposed election is scheduled for November 8, 2022, to amend sections of the City Charter.

• Ordinance to order a special election on November 8, 2022, to amend sections of the City Charter

The City Council voted 7-0 to order a special election on November 8, 2022, for voters to decide on amending the City Charter to use gender-neutral language. A public hearing was held where several residents spoke in opposition, and council clarified the change would make language inclusive to females and that voters would ultimately decide.

• Approved ordinance ordering Nov. 8 special election on charter amendments (7-0)

TIRZ Board

The board will review a presentation regarding the Downtown Streetscape Masterplan for possible action. The meeting also includes a review and potential action on the minutes from the July 21, 2022, meeting.

• Presentation and possible action on Downtown Streetscape Masterplan
• Review and action on July 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The TIRZ Board voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approval of $538,000 in TIRZ funds for engineering and design of the Cypress Street Corridor. Staff presented a financing plan showing sufficient revenue to support the project, and board members also requested a sidewalk improvement proposal and updates on Minter Park and Pine Street lighting.

• Approved $538,000 for Cypress Street Corridor engineering and design (4-0, recommended to City Council)

• Downtown Streetscape Masterplan
  Downtown Abilene

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved a $3 spectator fee for the Movie in the Park event, with all proceeds going to the hosting company. The board also approved the Parks and Recreation Special Recognition Policy with minor wording changes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of staff reports.

• Approved $3 spectator fee for Movie in the Park (unanimous)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Special Recognition Policy with noted changes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 (unanimous)

Keep Abilene Beautiful

The board will hold a retreat to review the 2021–2024 Strategic Plan and discuss future goals. The meeting includes electing officers for the 2022–2023 fiscal year. Members will also discuss upcoming special events and program updates.

• Election of President, President-Elect, Treasurer, and Secretary positions
• Review of the 2021–2024 Strategic Plan and Seven Pillars of Action
• Discussion of Shoreline Sweeps scheduled for August 27th
• Planning for the FY 2022–2023 Special Events Calendar

The Keep Abilene Beautiful board met for its August board meeting and annual retreat. They approved the July 2022 minutes, reviewed the treasurer's report, and discussed upcoming Shoreline Sweeps event details. The retreat focused on adding KAB history to the website, maximizing Adopt-A-Spot programs, and reviewing areas of focus and seven pillars of action. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed treasurer's report and bank statements
• Discussed Shoreline Sweeps participant numbers and volunteer pizza donation
• Discussed adding KAB history to website
• Discussed maximizing Adopt-A-Spot programs

General

The City Council will consider adopting the proposed 2022-2023 budget, new tax rates, and fees. The agenda also includes orders for special elections on November 8, 2022, regarding a citizen initiative and charter amendments. Several zoning changes and street improvement contracts are also up for consideration.

• Special election for 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' initiative (Nov 8, 2022)
• Adoption of proposed 2022-2023 budget and tax rates
• Speed limit changes for school zones near Bassetti Elementary and Wylie Early Childhood Center
• Street improvement contracts awarded to Bontke Brothers, Inc.
• Conditional use permit for a group home at 1242 Orange St

The City Council approved the FY2022-2023 budget of $315,562,708 and adopted a property tax rate of $0.7621 per $100, a 7.1% increase. They also approved a November 8, 2022 bond election for a new fire station, and rezoned several properties, including a conditional use permit for a halfway house. A rezoning for Cimarron Meadows was initially rejected but later approved with conditions.

• Adopted FY2022-2023 budget of $315,562,708 (6-0)
• Adopted property tax rate of $0.7621 per $100, a 7.1% increase (6-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 bond election for new fire station (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for halfway house at 1242 Orange St (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for Cimarron Meadows PD-170 with no Lakeside Dr access and buffer fence (4-2)
• Tabled rezoning for Weatherbee Construction PD-104 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved rezoning for Grace Tabernacle Church from RS-6 to NR (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for Sugar Agua #1 from AO to GC (6-0)

• Renewal of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Facade Improvement and Demolition Assistance Grant Programs
• Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program Grant
• FY22 Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG)
• Professional Services Contract for N 5th St Traffic Signal Modifications
  N 5th St
• Bid #2255 N. 6th St. and Cypress St. Improvements
  N. 6th St. and Cypress St.
• Bid #2256 Reconstruction of EN 10th St From Treadaway Blvd to Judge Ely Blvd
  EN 10th St From Treadaway Blvd to Judge Ely Blvd
• Bid #2257 S 14th St. RR Tie-in
  S 14th St.
• Amending Chapter 18, Motor Vehicles and Traffic - School Zones
  Bassetti Elementary, Wylie Early Childhood Center, Beltway S

Airport Development Board

The Abilene Airport Development Board approved an 11% increase in parking rates, effective October 1, 2022, to keep in line with inflation and potentially generate up to $80,000 per year in additional revenue. The board also amended the terminal use fee schedule, setting new per-turn fees of $100 on 10/1/22, $150 on 10/1/23, and $200 on 10/1/24. Minutes from the July 13 meeting were approved. No decisions were made in executive session.

• Approved 11% parking rate increase, effective Oct. 1, 2022 (motion by Liles, second by Bridwell)
• Amended terminal use fee dates: $100/turn on 10/1/22, $150/turn on 10/1/23, $200/turn on 10/1/24 (motion by Ramsey, second by Dodd)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 meeting (motion by Liles, second by Ramsey)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards ordered demolition of properties at 2925 Swenson St. and 458/460 Merchant St., and ordered repairs at 1917 Swenson St. A case for 774 E. Hwy 80 was tabled for 30 days pending funding. Minutes from July 6 were approved with a correction.

• Approved July 6 minutes with correction (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled demolition case for 774 E. Hwy 80 for 30 days (4-3)
• Declared 2925 Swenson St. a public nuisance (7-0)
• Ordered demolition of 2925 Swenson St. (7-0)
• Ordered repairs at 1917 Swenson St. (7-0)
• Declared 458/460 Merchant St. a public nuisance (7-0)
• Ordered demolition of 458/460 Merchant St. (7-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will discuss forming a special committee to review reconsideration requests for a teen book. The board will also consider a Parental Responsibility Policy regarding minors' use of library facilities and resources.

• Creation of a special committee for reviewing library material reconsideration requests
• Discussion of a Parental Responsibility Policy for minors using library facilities
• Library statistics report from the Director
• Friends of the Library book sale report

General

The Abilene City Council will meet to discuss updates to school zone speed limits and multiple property rezoning requests. The agenda also includes consideration of contracts for convention center management, bridge repairs at Maxwell Municipal Golf Course, and highway safety projects.

• Amending speed limits for school zones near Bassetti Elementary and Wylie Early Childhood Center
• Management agreement with ASM Global for the Abilene Convention Center
• Contract with Bontke Brothers Construction, Inc. for bridge repairs at Maxwell Municipal Golf Course
• Rezoning requests for several planned development districts and commercial uses
• Advanced Funding Agreements with TxDOT for highway safety improvement projects

The City Council approved a management agreement with ASM Global to operate the Abilene Convention Center, with city staff offered positions during the transition. The council also approved the consent agenda, several resolutions for infrastructure and development projects, and an economic development plan for the Development Corporation of Abilene. A request for extended paid leave for a police officer was approved 4-3.

• Approved ASM Global management agreement for Convention Center (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 3-4, 6-9, 11-23 (7-0)
• Approved MOU with All Kind Animal Initiative for pet adoption center (7-0)
• Approved Development Corporation of Abilene Economic Development Plan (7-0)
• Approved amended FY 2021-2022 DCOA budget (7-0)
• Approved FY 2023 DCOA budget (7-0)
• Approved school zone speed limit changes near Dyess Elementary (7-0)
• Approved 4-month paid leave for Police Officer Guitar (4-3)

General

The City Council is conducting a workshop to review the revised 2021-2022 budget and the proposed 2022-2023 budget. The meeting also includes first readings for ordinances regarding the tax levy and city fees and charges.

• Presentation of revised FY22 and proposed FY2023 budgets
• First reading of ordinance to approve the revised 2021-2022 budget
• First reading of ordinance to approve the proposed 2022-2023 budget
• First reading of ordinance to set the tax levy
• First reading of ordinance to adopt fees and charges for FY 2022-2023

The City Council held a budget work session and approved on first reading the revised FY 2021-2022 budget, the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget, a tax rate of $0.7621 per $100 valuation, and the FY 2022-2023 fee schedule. All votes were unanimous (7-0), with Councilmember Beard abstaining on certain accounts due to conflicts of interest. The items will proceed to public hearing and adoption on August 11.

• Approved revised FY 2021-2022 budget on first reading (7-0)
• Approved proposed FY 2022-2023 budget on first reading (7-0)
• Approved tax rate of $0.7621 per $100 valuation on first reading (7-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 fee schedule on first reading (7-0)

• Approving the Revised 2021-2022 Budget — introduced
• Approving the Proposed 2022-2023 Budget — introduced
• Setting the Tax Levy — introduced
• Adopting Fees and Charges for FY 2022-2023 — introduced

Firemen’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board

The Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund Board will discuss third-quarter investment results and potential changes to investment policies. The board will also consider approving retirement benefits for Phillp Crockett. Other items include reviewing financial statements and a legal service payment.

• Review of May and June 2022 financial statements
• Presentation of 3rd quarter results by Tony Kay of AndCo
• Discussion on investment policy statement and asset allocation
• Payment to Hund, Krier, Wilkerson & Wright, P.C. for $656.25
• Approval of retirement benefits for Phillp Crockett

Venue Board

The Abilene-Taylor County Events Venue District Board approved a 1.5% shift of venue allocations from Frontier Texas! to the Taylor County Expo Center for FY 23, making the split 50.5% and 49.5%. The board also accepted the 2021 annual audit report and approved the revised FY 2021-2022 budget and proposed FY 2022-2023 budget. Officers were elected, and minutes from the August 4, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Approved 1.5% venue allocation shift from Frontier Texas! to Expo Center for FY 23 (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 annual audit report by BKD CPAs & Advisors (unanimous)
• Approved revised FY 2021-2022 budget and proposed FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
• Elected Chuck Statler as President, Kyle McAlister as Vice President, Glenn Dromgoole as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider a grant application for grassland and wetland areas. The board will also discuss including new areas in the zoo perimeter and Nelson Park. Additional reports cover aquatics, seniors, parks, recreation, and the zoo.

• America the Beautiful grant application for grassland and wetland areas
• Memorial picture display at Cesar Chavez Recreation Center
• Including Festival Gardens in the Nelson Park area
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey

The Parks and Recreation Board approved displaying a photo and bio of Ovelia Campos at Cesar Chavez Recreation Center, and directed staff to develop a policy for recognizing individuals in recreation facilities. The board also approved submitting a $1.5 million America the Beautiful grant application for grassland and wetland improvements, and approved including proposed grasslands/wetlands in the zoo perimeter while transferring Festival Gardens to Parks & Recreation management.

• Approved minutes from June 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved display of Ovelia Campos' picture with short bio (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop policy on recognizing individuals in recreation facilities
• Approved submitting America the Beautiful grant application for $1.5M (unanimous)
• Approved including grasslands/wetlands in zoo perimeter and Festival Gardens in Nelson Park area (unanimous)

• Include Grasslands and Wetlands areas in zoo perimeter and Festival Gardens in Nelson Park area
  Zoo perimeter and Nelson Park area

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury Board met to consider the approval and acceptance of sculptures for public display. This was a special called meeting held at the T&P Depot.

• Approval and acceptance of sculptures for public display

The Visual Arts Jury approved the birdcage sculpture for the Hearts project, as presented by the artist. The sculpture is made of steel rod and sheets, measures 14x7x7 feet, weighs 250 lbs, and can be staked or welded. The motion was made by Laura Moore, seconded by Mike Warren, and carried unanimously.

• Approved birdcage sculpture for Hearts project (unanimous)

General

The Abilene City Council approved a consent agenda and several major items, including a Tyler Technologies ERP software implementation contract, an amended water conservation plan, and multiple zoning changes. A conditional use permit for apartments on Windmill Circle failed after two motions were rejected. The council also approved a Chapter 380 agreement with Habitat for Humanity for infill development.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-12 (7-0)
• Approved Tyler Technologies ERP MUNIS implementation agreement (7-0)
• Approved school zone ordinance for Wylie East Elementary (7-0)
• Approved amended water conservation plan ordinance (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 36.5 acres to GR, MF, GC (7-0)
• Denied conditional use permit for Windmill Circle apartments (motions failed 4-3, 4-3)
• Approved Chapter 380 agreement with Habitat for Humanity (7-0)

Keep Abilene Beautiful

The Keep Abilene Beautiful board approved the June 2022 meeting minutes unanimously and decided to sponsor a table at the Grace Gala at the Advocate level, after a motion to sponsor at the highest donation level was superseded. The board also discussed upcoming events including the Community Appearance Index, Shoreline Sweeps, and a board retreat, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved June 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Sponsored Grace Gala table at Advocate level (motion by John Willey, seconded by Kyle Tolliver)

Airport Development Board

The Abilene Airport Development Board will review management reports regarding airport projects and business development. The board is scheduled to consider accepting two FAA grants for fiscal year 2023. Members will also discuss changes to non-signatory landing and terminal use fees.

• Acceptance of FY23 FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant award
• Acceptance of FY23 FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) award
• Increases to Non-Signatory Landing Fee and Terminal Use Fee
• Discussion on Restaurant Operating Agreement
• Updates on New Fire Station and Terminal Improvements

The Abilene Airport Development Board approved accepting a $1,110,855 FAA AIP grant and a $1,163,905 FY23 Airport Infrastructure Grant for terminal renovations. It also approved increasing non-signatory landing and terminal use fees for charter aircraft, extending restaurant lease fee waivers through February 1, 2023, and adopting performance goals. The board entered executive session but took no action there.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 meeting
• Accepted FY22 FAA AIP grant of $1,110,855
• Accepted FY23 Airport Infrastructure Grant of $1,163,905
• Extended restaurant lease fee waivers through February 1, 2023
• Approved non-signatory landing fee increase to $1.50 per 1,000 lbs MGLW effective Oct 1, 2022
• Approved terminal use fee increases for charter aircraft: $100/turn Oct 2022, $150/turn Oct 2024, $200/turn Oct 2025
• Approved recommendations on airport performance goals and objectives

• Accept Award of FY23 FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant
• Accept Award of FY23 FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG)
• Restaurant Operating Agreement
• Airport Rates and Charges: Non-Signatory Landing Fee and Non-Signatory Terminal Use Fee

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a 13-foot variance from the minimum 60-foot lot width for a duplex at 1734 N. 2nd Street, with no opposition. A separate request for an 8-foot variance at 2811 Roberts Street was tabled because the applicant was not present and board members had concerns.

• Approved 13-foot lot width variance for duplex at 1734 N. 2nd St. (5-0)
• Tabled 8-foot lot width variance for single-family home at 2811 Roberts St. (5-0)

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities will discuss emergency response procedures and the Airport Terminal Design Project. The agenda also includes a CityLink update and information regarding Parks and Recreation Month.

• Emergency Response Procedures for People with Disabilities discussion
• Airport Terminal Design Project discussion
• Oscar Rose Park Inclusive Playground ribbon cutting on July 22nd
• CityLink update
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey discussion

The Citizens Advisory Board for People with Disabilities approved the May 10, 2022 minutes and welcomed new member Rodney Young. The board received updates on police emergency response procedures for people with disabilities, the airport terminal design project, and Citylink ADA applications. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 (all in favor)
• Welcomed new board member Rodney Young

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing windows and storefront doors at 202 Cypress Street (the Paxton Building/Nora Hall), including removal of stucco and tile to restore original brick. The vote was unanimous (4-0). Approval of the previous meeting's minutes was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for window and door replacement at 202 Cypress Street (4-0)
• Postponed approval of April 26, 2022 minutes until next meeting

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to discuss a Parental Responsibility Policy. This item concerns the use of library facilities, equipment, and resources by minors.

• Discussion and possible action on Parental Responsibility Policy regarding minors' use of library facilities, equipment, and resources

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved four zoning requests and denied one. Approved: PD 104 amendment adding 50-foot residential lots (4-1), PD 159A amendment allowing more residential uses (5-0), rezoning .62 acres to Neighborhood Retail for a daycare (5-0), and rezoning 7.15 acres to General Commercial (5-0). Denied: PD 170 amendment for 5,000 sq ft lots (3-2). Also approved a conditional use permit for a group home at 1242 Orange St (5-0).

• Approved PD 104 amendment adding 50-ft residential lots (4-1)
• Denied PD 170 amendment for 5,000 sq ft lots (3-2)
• Approved PD 159A amendment for more residential uses (5-0)
• Approved rezoning .62 acres to Neighborhood Retail for daycare (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 7.15 acres to General Commercial (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for group home at 1242 Orange St (5-0)

General

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 2-8, 10) and a conditional use permit for multi-family housing at Windmill Circle, despite public opposition. A bid for the Cedar Creek Trail project was denied. A youth sports agreement and a Chapter 380 agreement for 101 Cypress Street were approved.

• Approved consent agenda items 2-8 and 10 (7-0)
• Approved CUP-2022-04 for multi-family buildings at 28-36 Windmill Circle and 5601 Memorial Drive (7-0)
• Denied Bontke Brothers Construction bid for Cedar Creek Development Trail Project (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Abilene Youth Sports Authority for youth sports complex at Grover Nelson Park (7-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with Abilene Improvement Corporation for 101 Cypress Street (6-0, Mayor absent)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved a 40-year lease agreement with the Abilene Youth Sports Authority (AYSA) for property at Grover Nelson Park, with $5 million from the City and $10 million from AYSA to develop flat fields. The board also approved a $5 spectator fee for Wylie Fastpitch Softball tournaments. Other items were informational reports only.

• Approved 40-year lease with AYSA for Grover Nelson Park at $1/year (unanimous)
• Approved $5 spectator fee for Wylie Fastpitch Softball tournaments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 17, 2022, with name spelling correction (unanimous)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The board approved the FY23 membership and HHSC/VOCA funding board resolutions as written, with no changes from 2021 documents. Chief Dudley was named as the Authorized Official for the next fiscal year. The board also approved the Records Retention Policy and the Community Assessment Plan. No public comments were made, and the meeting was procedural with no substantive policy changes.

• Approved minutes from 1/25/2022 meeting
• Approved FY23 Membership and HHSC/VOCA Funding Board Resolutions as written
• Named Chief Dudley as Authorized Official for next fiscal year
• Approved Records Retention Policy as written
• Approved Community Assessment Plan as presented

Street Maintenance Advisory & Appeals Board

The Street Maintenance Advisory and Appeals Board voted to continue the Street Maintenance Fee but rejected a proposed increase. The board also accepted a report on the 2023 Street Maintenance Program and set its next meeting for September 29, 2022.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued Street Maintenance Fee (6-1)
• Rejected increase to Street Maintenance Fee (3-4)
• Accepted 2023 Street Maintenance Program report (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for September 29, 2022 (unanimous)

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board will review updates on projects including a new fire station and terminal improvements. The board is also scheduled to consider accepting two FAA grants and potential increases to landing and terminal use fees.

• Acceptance of FY23 FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant
• Acceptance of FY23 FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG)
• Increases to Non-Signatory Landing and Terminal Use Fees
• Restaurant Operating Agreement discussion
• Updates on New Fire Station and Terminal Improvements

• Accept Award of FY23 FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant
• Accept Award of FY23 FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG)
• Restaurant Operating Agreement
• Airport Rates and Charges increases to the Non-Signatory Landing Fee and the Non-Signatory Terminal Use Fee

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a 2-foot variance from the minimum 30-foot side setback for a new industrialized housing unit at 2402 N. 11th Street. The applicant, Woodrow Charlena Hicks-Williams, plans to install a modular home on a 60-foot-wide lot. The motion passed unanimously with no opposition from notified property owners.

• Approved 2-foot variance for industrialized housing unit at 2402 N. 11th St (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The council tabled the Cedar Creek Development Trail Project contract after a bidder questioned why his lower bid was not selected, allowing time to review all bids. The consent agenda was approved, including appointments, sculpture donations, a police roof contract, a change order, and DEAAG grant funds. Three rezoning requests and two conditional use permits were approved. The library collection development policy was discussed at length, with no final action taken.

• Tabled Cedar Creek Development Trail Project contract (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4-7, 9-10 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3.906 acres from AO to RS-12 in Hillview Addition (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning of .909 acres from GR to PD-176 on N Willis St (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3 acres from HI to HC on Burl Harris Dr (7-0)
• Approved CUP for auto repair at 633 Oak St (7-0)
• Approved CUP for wholesaling/storage at 149 Oak St (7-0)
• Discussed library collection policy; no action taken

Keep Abilene Beautiful

The Keep Abilene Beautiful Board will review May 2022 minutes and recent financial reports. The meeting includes discussions on the Litter Index and the Commemorative Tree & Bench Program.

• Review of May 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial report for April 1, 2022–April 29, 2022
• Commemorative Tree & Bench Program discussion
• Litter Index review
• KAB Sustainable Business Certification discussion

The Keep Abilene Beautiful board unanimously approved the May 2022 meeting minutes. The board decided to cover expenses for participants attending the Keep Texas Beautiful conference in Austin and set the annual retreat for August 13 at the DCOA offices. Discussions on the commemorative tree and bench program and the sustainable business certification were deferred to the retreat agenda.

• Approved May 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided KAB will cover conference expenses for attendees
• Set annual retreat for August 13 at DCOA offices
• Deferred tree and bench program discussion to retreat
• Added sustainable business certification discussion to retreat agenda

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two preliminary plats (PP-2226 and PP-4722) with conditions, and approved two zoning changes (Z-2022-12 and Z-2022-13). A motion to approve FP-4022 failed. A conditional use permit for an apartment complex was approved with conditions.

• Approved PP-2226 'Forrest Meadows Section 2' with conditions (7-0)
• Approved PP-4722 'Iberis Estates' (7-0)
• Denied FP-4022 'Lot 201, Block 2, Johnston's Subdivision' (3-4)
• Approved Z-2022-12 rezoning of 27.2 acres to MF and GC (6-0, Barnett recused)
• Approved Z-2022-13 rezoning of 36.5 acres to GR, MF, and GC (6-0, Benham absent)
• Approved CUP-2022-04 for multi-family apartments at Windmill Circle with conditions (5-2)

General

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-6 and 8-12) with a 6-0 vote, including appointments, chemical purchases, street resurfacing change order, and several zoning and conditional use permits. They also approved a permit for an oil/gas well at 4242 East Lake Road (Resolution 88-2022) with a 6-0 vote. Item 7, a change order for Festival Park District improvements, was pulled from consideration. No votes or action were taken in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-6 and 8-12 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 84-2022: appointments to boards and commissions
• Approved Resolution 85-2022: bulk alum and LAS chemicals purchase rebid
• Approved Resolution 86-2022: change order for street resurfacing project Workzone N15A
• Approved first reading of zoning changes for Hillview, Green Acres, and Burl Harris Dr. properties
• Approved first reading of conditional use permits for 633 and 149 Oak Street
• Approved Resolution 88-2022: oil/gas well permit for Ledger Operating Corp at 4242 East Lake Road (6-0)
• Item 7 (Festival Park District change order) pulled from consideration

Parks & Recreation Board

The Abilene Parks and Recreation Board will discuss updates to the Zoo 10 Year Master Plan and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The meeting also includes reports on aquatics, seniors programs, and park maintenance projects. Additionally, the board will conduct an election of officers.

• Applications to rename Lee Park to either Robert and Sammye Stafford Park or Coach James Valentine Park
• Presentation of the Zoo 10 Year Master Plan
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan update including survey and open house details
• Election of board officers
• Updates on Lake Kirby Ballfield irrigation and Stevenson Park sidewalk

• Request to Rename Lee Park
  Lee Park
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
• Presentation of the Zoo 10 Year Master Plan

General

The City Council certified the May 7, 2022 general election results, declaring Kyle McAlister and Travis Craver duly elected to City Council Places 5 and 2, respectively. Both received certificates of election and took their oaths of office. The council also appointed Weldon Hurt as Mayor Pro-tem and Donna Albus as Deputy Mayor Pro-tem.

• Approved resolution canvassing election results and declaring McAlister and Craver elected (7-0)
• Issued certificate of election and administered oath to Kyle McAlister
• Issued certificate of election and administered oath to Travis Craver
• Appointed Weldon Hurt as Mayor Pro-tem and Donna Albus as Deputy Mayor Pro-tem (7-0)

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury unanimously approved two sculptures by Stuart Simpson, 'Rainbow Bear' and 'Critter', for public display on City property. The board discussed dimensions and potential locations before voting. The meeting was otherwise procedural and adjourned at 12:31 p.m.

• Approved Stuart Simpson sculptures 'Rainbow Bear' and 'Critter' for public display (unanimous)

General

The City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-11) unanimously, including resolutions for railroad crossings, utility policies, a pipeline bid, and library agreements. It also approved a modified COVID-19 disaster declaration (5-1), authorized $ in certificates of obligation (6-0), and approved three zoning changes: adding self-storage to Windmill Acres, rezoning Mill Ridge Estates to patio home district, and a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor at 536 Hickory Street. A discussion on the 2021 International Building Code resulted in no action, with Councilmembers Price and Beard assigned to review it.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-11 (6-0)
• Approved modified COVID-19 disaster declaration, removing section 9 (5-1)
• Authorized issuance of Series 2022 certificates of obligation (6-0)
• Approved zoning change to add self-storage in Windmill Acres (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 27.859 acres at Mill Ridge Estates to patio home district (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for tattoo parlor at 536 Hickory Street (6-0)
• Discussed 2021 International Building Code; no action, assigned review to Councilmembers Price and Beard

Keep Abilene Beautiful

The Keep Abilene Beautiful board unanimously approved the March 2022 minutes and elected Akane Thaxton as vice president. The board discussed the bench donation program, its standing with Keep America Beautiful, and upcoming events, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Akane Thaxton as Vice President (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a 10-foot variance requested by KeyCity Capital to allow construction of a duplex on a 50-foot-wide lot, where a 60-foot minimum width is normally required in Medium Density zoning. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The public hearing included one speaker in favor and one in opposition, and one written opposition was received.

• Approved 10-foot variance for duplex construction on 50-foot lot (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Removed BA-2022-01 from table (5-0)

Citizen’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities

The Citizens Advisory Board for People with Disabilities approved the minutes from March 8, 2022, and welcomed new member Mary Catom. They discussed Citylink ridership and driver shortages, planned Disability Awareness Month events for October, and identified accessibility improvements needed at Adventure Cove.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022 (all in favor)
• Welcomed new board member Mary Catom
• Discussed scheduling Disability Awareness Month events for October
• Identified accessibility issues at Adventure Cove (fire alarms, water wheelchairs, signage)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards held public hearings and voted to declare four properties public nuisances and order their demolition or appeal within 30 days. The properties are 1326 Burger St., 2118 Poplar St., 1334 Poplar St., and 2009 Over St. The board also approved the April minutes with a correction and discussed holding an executive session on appeal and demolition processes.

• Declared 1326 Burger St. a public nuisance (4-3)
• Ordered demolition or appeal for 1326 Burger St. (5-2)
• Declared 2118 Poplar St. a public nuisance (unanimous)
• Ordered demolition or appeal for 2118 Poplar St. (unanimous)
• Declared 1334 Poplar St. a public nuisance (unanimous)
• Ordered demolition or appeal for 1334 Poplar St. (unanimous)
• Declared 2009 Over St. a public nuisance (unanimous)
• Ordered demolition or appeal for 2009 Over St. (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several rezoning and plat requests. These include changes to land use for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The commission will also review permits for automobile repair and indoor storage services.

• Rezoning 3.906 acres in Hillview Addition from agricultural to residential
• Multi-family residential permit request for 15 acres at Windmill Circle and Memorial Drive
• Zoning change for 0.909 acres at 2100 Block of N Willis St. to a planned development district
• Permit request for automobile repair services at 633 Oak Street
• Rezoning 3 acres at 4200 Block of Burl Harris Dr. from light industrial to heavy commercial

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two plats and four zoning requests, all with unanimous votes. One conditional use permit (CUP-2022-04) was pulled from the agenda before the meeting. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved plats EP-3022 and EP-3222 with conditions (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3.906 acres from AO to RS-12 in Hillview Addition (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of .909 acres from GR to PD-176 on N Willis St. (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3 acres from LI to HC on Burl Harris Dr. (6-0)
• Approved CUP-2022-02 for auto repair with condition on outdoor storage (6-0)
• Approved CUP-2022-05 for indoor wholesaling/storage on Oak St. (6-0)

• FP-3022: Lot 1, Block A, Western International Plaza Addition
• FP-3222: Oldham Oaks Addition, Section 2
• Z-2022-09: Hillview Addition Rezoning
  Lot 12 and the East 50 Feet of Lot 11, Block 11, Hillview Ad · 3.906 ac
• Z-2022-10: Green Acres Addition Rezoning
  2100 Block Of N Willis St., Abilene · 0.909 ac
• Z-2022-11: Industrial Trade Center Rezoning
  4200 Block Of Burl Harris Dr. · 3 ac
• CUP-2022-02: Automobile Repair and Maintenance Services-Minor
  633 Oak Street, Abilene
• CUP-2022-05: Wholesaling & Storage-Indoor
  149 Oak Street, Abilene
• CUP-2022-04: Windmill Circle Apartments LLC Multi-Family Residential
  28 Thru 36 Windmill Circle and At 5601 Memorial Drive in Sou · 15 ac

Child Advocacy Center Board

The board approved changing the Loose Change for Change fundraiser prize distribution to a drawing for all participating classes instead of awarding top classes. They also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and discussed various operational matters.

• Approved minutes from 3/1/2022 meeting
• Approved prize drawing for all participating classes in Loose Change for Change

Library Advisory Board

The Abilene Public Library Advisory Board met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The board received reports on the upcoming summer reading program, including new activity sheets and prize incentives funded by the Friends of the Library, and updates on the Abilene Heritage Square project. No formal policy decisions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting as submitted (motion by Joe Specht, second by Elizabeth Norman)
• Heard Library Director's report on new hire Jay Smith, Information Services Librarian
• Heard update on summer reading program with theme 'Oceans of Possibilities'
• Heard update on Abilene Heritage Square project progress

General

The City Council voted 4-3 to place the initiative ordinance outlawing abortion and declaring Abilene a Sanctuary City for the Unborn on the November ballot, rather than adopting it directly. The council also approved two annexations (71.88 acres and 821.22 acres), a Chapter 380 agreement with Dyess Air Force Base, and the consent agenda. The ordinance itself was not adopted; it will go to a citizen vote.

• Sent 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' ordinance to November ballot (4-3)
• Approved annexation of 71.88 acres (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 821.22 acres (7-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 agreement with Dyess AFB for flight line gates (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 2-14 (7-0)
• Approved updates to City Council Rules of Procedure (consent)
• Approved issuance of up to $18M multifamily housing revenue bonds for Villages at Westlake Apartments (consent)
• Approved first readings of zoning changes for Windmill Acres, Mill Ridge Estates, and tattoo studio at 536 Hickory St (consent)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for repairs to a residence at 802 Meander Street and one for facade improvements to a restaurant at 158 Cypress Street. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. The minutes from the previous meeting were also approved.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs at 802 Meander Street (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for facade work at 158 Cypress Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider a request to rename Lee Park and review the presentation of the 10 Year Zoo Master Plan. The meeting also includes updates on Stevenson Park, aquatics, and zoo operations.

• Request to rename Lee Park
• Presentation of the 10 Year Zoo Master Plan
• Stevenson Park update
• Aquatics report regarding splash pads and summer jobs
• Zoo report including avian influenza and zoobilation

• Presentation of the 10 Year Zoo Master Plan

General

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding abortion and the 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' initiative. The meeting also includes discussions on several zoning changes and various municipal contracts. Additionally, the council will review results from a recent petition.

• Ordinance outlawing abortion and declaring Abilene a Sanctuary City for the Unborn
• Zoning changes for South 2nd Street, South Treadaway Boulevard, and Highway 277 South
• Contract with Ace Pipe Cleaning Inc. for the Manhole Rehabilitation 2022 Project
• Purchase of LION structural firefighting gear from Daco Fire Equipment
• Agreement with TxDOT for bridge replacement on ES 7th Street at Cedar Creek

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-13 and 15-17) with a 7-0 vote, though Councilmember Hurt voted against item 15 (COVID-19 disaster declaration extension). The sanctuary city for the unborn ordinance (item 16) and related petition report (item 17) were pulled from consideration and not voted on. The council also approved three rezoning requests and a street use license, all by 7-0 votes.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-13 and 15-17 (7-0)
• Item 15 (COVID-19 disaster declaration extension) approved 6-1, Hurt dissenting
• Approved extended term street use license for TearTex, LLC (7-0)
• Rezoning at 3200 block S. 2nd St. from GC to NR approved (7-0)
• Rezoning at 2600-2700 blocks S. Treadaway Blvd. from HI to HC approved (7-0)
• Rezoning at 5308 Hwy 277 S. from AO to GC approved (7-0)
• Sanctuary city for the unborn ordinance pulled from consideration, no vote
• City Council Rules of Procedure update pulled, not considered

• Manhole Rehabilitation 2022 Project contract with Ace Pipe Cleaning Inc.
• Bridge Replacement on ES 7th Street at Cedar Creek agreement with TxDOT
  ES 7th Street at Cedar Creek
• Adaptive Recreation Roof Project bid from CanTex Roofing & Construction, LLC
• Single-Family Rehabilitation/Reconstruction Program Project Budget with HOME Program Funds
• Purchase of LION Structural Firefighting Protective Gear from Daco Fire Equipment
• Purchase of four Type III Cutaway Vans from Creative Bus Sales
• Extended Term Street Use License with TearTex, LLC
• Rezoning from GC to NR for 3200 block of South 2nd street
  3200 block of South 2nd street (north side) · 0.32 ac

Airport Development Board

The board approved a $63,877 task order with Corgan for terminal phasing and budgeting planning, which will design future terminal expansions. It also approved extending the Gatehouse Café rent waiver until July 1, 2022, and approved the AirFest use agreement for May 20-22. The board discussed a traffic study addition for FM 80 and HWY 36 but took no action. No decisions were made in executive session.

• Approved Corgan task order for terminal phasing and budgeting planning ($63,877)
• Extended Gatehouse Café rent waiver until July 1, 2022
• Approved Airport Use Agreement for Big Country AirFest (May 20-22)
• Approved minutes of January 19, 2022 meeting

Board of Adjustment

The City of Abilene Board of Adjustments meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 12, 2022, was cancelled. This notice contains only the procedural cancellation of the meeting.

• Meeting cancellation

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will review five cases regarding property rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting.

• Case No. 21-001757: 774 E. Hwy 80
• Case No. 21-003216: 1009 S. 12th St.
• Case No. 21-003384: 502 Portland Ave
• Case No. 21-003621: 2109 Poplar St.
• Case No. 21-004567: 1509 Truman St.

The Board of Building Standards unanimously ordered demolition of four properties found to be public nuisances, with owners given 30 days to appeal or face city demolition. One property at 774 E. Hwy 80 was instead ordered to be repaired, with a timeline for permits and inspections. The board also approved the minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting.

• Approved March 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Declared 1509 Truman St. a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal within 30 days (5-0)
• Ordered repair of 774 E. Hwy 80 with 30 days for permits and plan, 60 days for rough-in inspections (5-0)
• Declared 1009 S. 12th St. a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal within 30 days (5-0)
• Declared 502 Portland Ave. a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal within 30 days (5-0)
• Declared 2109 Poplar St. a public nuisance and ordered demolition or appeal within 30 days (5-0)

• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 774 E. Hwy 80
  774 E. Hwy 80
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 1009 S. 12th St.
  1009 S. 12th St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 502 Portland Ave
  502 Portland Ave
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 2109 Poplar St.
  2109 Poplar St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 1509 Truman St.
  1509 Truman St.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a tattoo studio at 536 Hickory Street in the Central Business District, despite public opposition. The commission also approved a zoning change for the Windmill Acres subdivision and several plats with conditions. All decisions were unanimous or with recusals.

• Approved CUP-2022-01 for tattoo studio at 536 Hickory Street (4-0, 2 recusals)
• Approved Z-2022-07 zoning amendment for Windmill Acres (6-0)
• Approved plats with conditions (5-0, 1 recusal)

Visual Arts Jury

The Visual Arts Jury approved minutes from previous meetings and approved the placement of a Winnie the Pooh sculpture in the Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden. They also approved four temporary sculptures for display from September 2022-2024, with conditions on the second piece depending on artist sales.

• Approved minutes from July 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Special Called Meeting December 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Winnie the Pooh sculpture for Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden (unanimous)
• Approved four temporary sculptures for display from September 2022-2024 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board voted not to enter a lease agreement for park land at Fort Phantom Lake until it consults with the city on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The board also approved a spectator fee for USA Softball events, updated the parks naming policy, and created a subcommittee to review park renaming requests. No votes were taken during executive session.

• Motion to not enter Fort Phantom Lake lease until city master plan review (all in favor)
• Approved $5 day/$10 weekend spectator fee for USA Softball District 11 (all in favor)
• Changed naming policy 'immediate area' to 'within the City limits' (all in favor)
• Created subcommittee to review park renaming requests (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2022 (all in favor)

General

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-6, 8), including contracts for the Huckleberry Lift Station, arts sculpture, Pine Street infrastructure, and City Hall renovation. It also extended the COVID-19 disaster declaration (6-1) and approved $1.5M for railroad improvements on South 14th Street (7-0). A discussion on a November bond election was held with no action, and a Blue Ribbon Committee appointment item was pulled.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-6 and 8 (7-0)
• Extended COVID-19 disaster declaration (6-1)
• Approved $1.5M for railroad improvements on South 14th Street (7-0)
• Approved publication of notice for water/sewer certificates of obligation (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of Airmen's Landing from PDD 160 to MD (6-0, 1 absent)
• Tabled Blue Ribbon Committee appointment (pulled from consideration)

Keep Abilene Beautiful

The Keep Abilene Beautiful board met and approved the December 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They reported receiving a $500 grant from the Rotary Club for Kirby Lake improvements and discussed several administrative items, including paying annual dues, postponing the Crepe Myrtle Sale, and researching audit requirements. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved December 2021 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Paid $345 annual Keep America Beautiful dues (within discretionary spending)
• Postponed Crepe Myrtle Sale due to lack of coordinator
• No action on annual domain website listing (solicitation, not invoice)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment tabled a request from KeyCity Capital for a 10-foot variance to build a duplex on a 50-foot-wide lot in a Medium Density zoning district. The item will be reconsidered at the next regular meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Tabled BA-2022-01 duplex variance request until next regular meeting (4-0)

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will review cases regarding building rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties for several properties. The meeting also includes the approval of February 2022 meeting minutes.

• Case No. 21-003216: 1009 S. 12th St.
• Case No. 21-004456: 3902/3906 Lynwood Ln.
• Case No. 21-004459: 3933/3937 Lynwood Ln.
• Case No. 21-004463: 410/412 S. Leggett Dr.
• Case No. 21-004567: 1509 Truman St.

The Board of Building Standards held public hearings on six cases. It ordered demolition of the property at 1009 S. 12th St. (Case 21-003216) after finding it a public nuisance. For four properties on Lynwood Ln. and S. Leggett Dr. (Cases 21-004456, 21-004459, 21-004463) and one on Truman St. (Case 21-004567), the board ordered repairs with a 30/60-day timeline. The Truman St. case initially had a motion to secure and lower the structure fail, but a later motion to declare it a public nuisance and order repairs passed.

• Approved minutes of Feb. 2, 2022 (unanimous)
• Ordered demolition of 1009 S. 12th St. (Case 21-003216) (unanimous)
• Ordered repair of 3902/3906 Lynwood Ln. (Case 21-004456) (5-1, Dr. Paris dissenting)
• Ordered repair of 3933/3937 Lynwood Ln. (Case 21-004459) (5-1, Dr. Paris dissenting)
• Ordered repair of 410/412 S. Leggett Dr. (Case 21-004463) (5-1, Dr. Paris dissenting)
• Declared 1509 Truman St. a public nuisance (Case 21-004567) (unanimous)
• Ordered repair of 1509 Truman St. with 30/60-day timeline (Case 21-004567) (unanimous)
• Motion to secure and lower structure at 1509 Truman St. failed (1-5)

• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties
  1009 S. 12th St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties
  3902/3906 Lynwood Ln.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties
  3933/3937 Lynwood Ln.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties
  410/412 S. Leggett Dr.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties
  1509 Truman St.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to elect its 2022 officers and approve minutes from the November 5, 2021 meeting. The commission will also consider appointing a three-member board for fitness for duty examinations.

• Election of 2022 Officers
• Approval of November 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Appointment of a 3-member board for fitness for duty examination

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Abilene Planning & Zoning Commission will review minutes from the February 1, 2022 meeting. The commission will also hold public hearings and consider actions on three zoning requests and one plat approval. These items involve land use changes for properties on South 2nd Street, South Treadaway Boulevard, and Highway 277 South.

• Plat approval for FP-1122 FINAL (Faculty Row Addition)
• Zoning change from GC to NR at the 3200 block of S 2nd Street
• Zoning change from HI to HC on S. Treadaway Boulevard and Palm Street
• Zoning change from AO to GC at 5308 Hwy 277 South

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all four items on the agenda: a final plat for Faculty Row Addition, and three zoning changes (Z-2022-04, Z-2022-05, Z-2022-06). All votes were unanimous, with one recusal on Z-2022-06. No public comments were made at the hearings.

• Approved final plat FP-1122 (Faculty Row Addition) with conditions (6-0)
• Approved zoning change Z-2022-04 from General Commercial to Neighborhood Retail at 3200 block S. 2nd St (6-0)
• Approved zoning change Z-2022-05 from Heavy Industrial to Heavy Commercial at 2600-2700 blocks S. Treadaway Blvd (6-0)
• Approved zoning change Z-2022-06 from Agricultural Open Space to General Commercial at 5308 Hwy 277 South (5-0, Barnett recused)

• FP-1122 FINAL (Faculty Row Addition)
• Zoning change for Roberto Valez
  3200 block of South 2nd street · 0.32 ac
• Zoning change for JGN Properties LLC
  2641 thru 2765 S. Treadaway Blvd and 2718 Palm Street · 1.59 ac
• Zoning change for FL20 Inc.
  5308 Hwy 277 South · 3.21 ac

General

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 2-7 and 9) with a 6-0 vote, including appointments to boards, a parks master plan contract, street resurfacing bid, and a zoning change. They also approved financing for Abilene Christian University (4-0, with two abstentions) and participation in opioid settlements (7-0). A train sculpture funding item was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved consent agenda items 2-7 and 9 (6-0)
• Approved $85,000 contract with Brandstetter Carroll for Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Awarded street resurfacing bid to Bontke Brothers Co. Inc.
• Approved ACU financing resolution (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved participation in Endo & Teva opioid settlements (7-0)
• Discussed train sculpture funding; no action taken

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved a spectator fee for the Ice Breakers Tournament hosted by Cooper High School, scheduled for February 24-26 at Redbud Park. The board also approved the minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting. No action was taken on the Fort Phantom Lake lease, as members raised economic and community concerns. The meeting included reports on senior activities, park improvements, recreation events, and zoo updates.

• Approved the minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting.
• Approved a spectator fee for the Ice Breakers Tournament at Redbud Park.
• Took no action on the Fort Phantom Lake lease, deferring due to concerns.
• Held an executive session on legal and real property matters, with no votes taken.

Health Advisory Board

The Abilene Health Advisory Board met on February 15, 2022, and approved the minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting. The board received updates on COVID-19 case and vaccination trends, outpatient treatment options, a proposed dental program, and an obesity prevention website. No formal votes were taken on these agenda items; they were presented for discussion.

• Approved minutes from November 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard COVID-19 case and vaccination data update for Taylor County
• Discussed outpatient treatment options and vaccine effectiveness
• Heard proposal for dental program with $59,000 request and $150 reimbursement per patient
• Reviewed draft of Rebuild Health website for obesity prevention

General

The Abilene City Council will hold a meeting for discussion only, with no votes scheduled. Topics include street maintenance, the 2022 bond election, and water utility resiliency.

• Street maintenance review and fee discussion
• 2022 Bond Election projects including recreation centers and Fire Station Number 9
• Water utility system resiliency update
• Animal adoption center and infill development status updates
• Review of charter amendments and financial overview

The City Council held a retreat to discuss priorities and potential bond elections. They expressed support for a bond election covering street improvements, recreation center replacements, Kirby Lake Trail, and Fire Station 9, with a blue ribbon committee to be formed. No formal votes were taken; decisions were directional only.

• Expressed interest in replacing Council Priority #2 (Downtown Hotel) with Downtown Redevelopment
• Discussed three street bond options: $50M, $60M, $100M with corresponding tax increases
• Council amenable to recreation center improvements and Kirby Lake Trail, pending voter input
• Council supportive of a bond election for Fire Station 9
• Decided not to consider front lot utilities ordinance
• Agreed to keep $4M MIP funds for animal shelter, not put to public vote

General

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-12) with one dissenting vote on item 6, and approved a Motorola Solutions contract for body-worn cameras and in-car video upgrades. It also adopted the 2021 International Fire Code with amendments, and approved three zoning changes, including a Planned Development for a restaurant at 3001 South Danville Drive and a rezoning for a landscape contractor headquarters. No action was taken on the Development Corporation of Abilene annual report, which was presented for information only.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-12 (7-0, with Councilmember Hurt dissenting on item 6 only)
• Approved Motorola Solutions contract for body-worn cameras and in-car video (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 International Fire Code with amendments (7-0)
• Approved PD 122 amendment for restaurant at 3001 South Danville Drive (6-0, Craver absent)
• Approved rezoning at Antilley Road and Fairway Oaks Boulevard for landscape contractor (6-0, McAlister abstained)
• Approved rezoning at Maple and East South 27th Streets to Patio Home district (7-0)
• Received DCOA FY 2021 annual report; no action taken

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a special exception to allow converting a vacant accessory building into an additional apartment unit at 1250 Elm Street, with conditions. The approval requires the release of a rear easement and relocation of a sewer main before permits are issued. The vote was unanimous (4-0).

• Approved special exception for apartment conversion at 1250 Elm St (4-0)
• Approved minutes from previous meetings (4-0)

Board of Building Standards

The Abilene Board of Building Standards will hold public hearings regarding several properties. These cases involve decisions on whether to order rehabilitation, demolition, or the imposition of civil penalties. The board will also review the minutes from the January 2022 meeting.

• Case No. 20-004103: 1742 Victoria St.
• Case No. 21-002723: 202 Meander St.
• Case No. 21-003384: 502 Portland Ave.
• Case No. 21-003621: 2109 Poplar St.
• Case No. 21-003622: 2118 Poplar St.

The Board of Building Standards heard six cases involving substandard properties and issued orders for repair or demolition. Five properties received repair orders with a 30/60-day timeline, while one property at 202 Meander St. was ordered demolished. All votes were unanimous except for two split decisions on 502 Portland Ave. and 2118 Poplar St.

• Approved repair order for 1742 Victoria St. (6-0)
• Approved demolition order for 202 Meander St. (6-0)
• Approved repair order for 502 Portland Ave. (4-2)
• Approved repair order for 2109 Poplar St. (6-0)
• Approved repair order for 2118 Poplar St. (4-2)
• Approved repair order for 1334 Poplar St. (6-0)

• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 1742 Victoria St.
  1742 Victoria St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 202 Meander St.
  202 Meander St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 502 Portland Ave.
  502 Portland Ave.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 2109 Poplar St.
  2109 Poplar St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 2118 Poplar St.
  2118 Poplar St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition, or Civil Penalties - 1334 Poplar St.
  1334 Poplar St.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to rezone approximately 18.2 acres in Airmen's Landing from Planned Development District (PDD 160) to Residential Medium Density (MD), recommending it to City Council. The commission also approved three subdivision plats with conditions and the minutes from the previous meeting. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved zoning change for Airmen's Landing from PDD 160 to MD (4-0)
• Approved plat FP-0222 Taylor Ridge Estates with conditions (4-0)
• Approved plat FP-0722 Colony Hill Addition, Section 1 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved plat FP-0822 Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Zegada Torres Subdivision with conditions (4-0)
• Approved minutes from January 4, 2022 meeting (4-0)

General

The City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-13) unanimously, including appointments, contract amendments, and zoning requests. A task order with Corgan for airport terminal interior improvements was approved 7-0. A body-worn camera project and a fire code amendment were pulled from consideration, and a pavement evaluation was presented with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-13 (7-0)
• Approved airport terminal interior improvements task order with Corgan (7-0)
• Appointed Roberta Thompson to Abilene Housing Authority (consent)
• Extended airport use agreement with Shift Sector one year (consent)
• Approved water supply contract renewal with Hawley Water Supply Corp (consent)
• Approved PD 122 amendment at 3001 South Danville Drive, first reading (consent)
• Approved zoning change to PD for landscape contractor services at Antilley/Fairway Oaks, first reading (consent)
• Approved zoning change to Patio Home district at Maple/East South 27th, first reading (consent)

Child Advocacy Center Board

The Child Advocacy Center Board approved updated by-laws, set the board membership at 18 members, and approved the 2022 Strategic Plan. The board also approved minutes from the previous meeting and discussed upcoming training and community awareness events.

• Approved minutes from 11/2/2021 meeting
• Approved updated by-laws
• Set board membership at 18 members
• Approved 2022 Strategic Plan

Airport Development Board

The Airport Development Board approved a two-year extension of the escalator maintenance agreement with Schindler, a ground lease amendment with Abilene Aero for an electric aircraft charging station, and a one-year extension of the airport use agreement with Shift S3ctor for the Abilene Airstrip Attack racing event. The board tabled a proposal to move to credit-card-only parking, deciding to consider it further at the next meeting. No executive session was held.

• Approved minutes of December 8, 2021 meeting
• Approved Schindler escalator maintenance agreement extension for 2023-2024 ($33,161.88 and $34,156.74)
• Approved Abilene Aero ground lease amendment adding 5,700 sq ft at $1,199.85/year for Beta Technologies charging station
• Approved one-year extension of Shift S3ctor airport use agreement for Abilene Airstrip Attack at $8,000 flat fee
• Tabled parking lot credit-card-only proposal for further discussion

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting. They received updates on Stevenson Park construction, which is on schedule for completion by Juneteenth, and discussed a request to rename Lee Park, but took no action. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from December 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

General

The Abilene City Council approved the consent agenda (items 3-10) with a 6-0 vote, including a COVID-19 disaster declaration extension and several contracts. They also approved a mowing services contract with Incircle Management, Inc., a conditional use permit for an RV park, and three zoning changes. All votes were 6-0 except item 5, which passed 5-1 with Councilmember Hurt dissenting.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-10 (6-0), including COVID-19 disaster declaration extension and multiple contracts
• Approved mowing services contract with Incircle Management, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for RV park on West Lake Road (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 32.6 acres near Old Forrest Hill Road to medium-density and single-family (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.308 acre at 2549 and 2601 Ross Street to Neighborhood Retail (6-0)
• Approved abandonment of Benbrook Street right-of-way segments (6-0)
• Item 5 (COVID-19 disaster declaration) passed 5-1, with Councilmember Hurt voting no

Board of Building Standards

The Board of Building Standards will conduct public hearings regarding three properties in Abilene to consider rehabilitation, demolition, or civil penalties. The board will also review the December 2021 meeting minutes and elect an acting chair.

• Public hearing for 2433 Walnut St. (Case No. 20-003908)
• Public hearing for 2141 Shelton St. (Case No. 21-003190)
• Public hearing for 769 Mesquite St. (Case No. 21-003265)
• Approval of December 2021 meeting minutes
• Election of an acting chair

The Board of Building Standards approved demolition orders for two properties deemed public nuisances and ordered repairs for a third. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and elected Gary Webb as acting chair.

• Approved demolition order for 2433 Walnut St (6-0)
• Approved demolition order for 2141 Shelton St (7-0)
• Approved repair order for 769 Mesquite St (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 meeting (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Gary Webb as acting chair by acclimation

• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition or Civil Penalties - 2433 Walnut St.
  2433 Walnut St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition or Civil Penalties - 2141 Shelton St.
  2141 Shelton St.
• Case for Rehabilitation, Demolition or Civil Penalties - 769 Mesquite St.
  769 Mesquite St.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat and recommended approval of three zoning requests to City Council. The PD-122 amendment at 3001 South Danville Drive was approved with a 36-inch screening requirement. A 12.94-acre rezoning for landscape contractor services at Antilley Road and Fairway Oaks Boulevard was approved as amended. A 46.25-acre rezoning for patio homes at Maple and East South 27th Streets was approved without the commercial corner, with Chairman Rosenbaum recused.

• Approved preliminary plat PP-9021 'Cimarron Meadows, Section 2' (4-0)
• Approved PD-122 amendment for screening at 3001 South Danville Drive (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 12.94 acres at Antilley Road and Fairway Oaks Blvd to PD for landscape contractor services (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 46.25 acres at Maple and E. South 27th St to Patio Home district, without commercial corner (4-0, Rosenbaum recused)