Borger public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Borger City Council will vote on several ordinances covering park rules, mobile food units, and animal control. It will also consider an interlocal agreement with Plemons‑Stinnett‑Phillips Consolidated ISD for School Resource Officer services, and a resolution with the Texas Department of Transportation to install Flock traffic cameras. Routine consent items such as meeting minutes, expenditures, and fiscal reports will be processed.

• Approve Ordinance O-018-25 adding smoking, vaping, park hours, and conduct rules
• Approve Ordinance O-019-25 amending mobile food unit regulations
• Approve Ordinance O-017-25 updating feral animal feeding and microchipping requirements
• Approve Interlocal Agreement with Plemons‑Stinnett‑Phillips Consolidated ISD for School Resource Officer services
• Approve Resolution R-020-25 for a Multiple Use Agreement with TxDOT to install Flock traffic cameras

The council approved a multiple‑use agreement with TxDOT to install license‑plate‑recognition cameras on State Highways 136, 152 and 207. The agreement was authorized for the City Manager to execute. All other listed ordinances and agreements were also approved unanimously.

• Approved payment of first‑half‑December 2025 expenditures (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance O‑018‑25 updating park smoking, vaping and closure hours (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance O‑019‑25 removing city health permits for mobile food units (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance O‑017‑25 adding animal‑control provisions for outdoor feeding and micro‑chipping (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with PSPCISD for a school resource officer, authorizing the mayor to sign (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Resolution R‑020‑25 authorizing LPR camera installation on TXHWY 136, 152, 207 (all members present voted aye)
• Approved use of opioid‑settlement funds to purchase a vehicle for Aspire A Mindful Place (approved)
• Approved minutes of the December 2, 2025 meeting (all members present voted aye)

City Council

The Borger City Council will act on routine consent agenda items, including minutes from the November 18 meeting, November expenditures, and FY‑to‑date financials. Council members will introduce Ordinance O-017-25 to update animal‑control rules, Ordinance O-018-25 to add park smoking and parking regulations, and Ordinance O-019-25 to amend mobile‑food‑unit rules. They will also consider Resolution R-019-25 approving the updated Statewide TEMAT Memorandum of Understanding with the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

• Ordinance O-017-25: amend Chapter 2, Animal Control – outdoor feeding of feral animals and microchipping of impounded animals
• Ordinance O-018-25: amend Article 1.06, Parks – regulations for smoking, vaping, park hours, and vehicle conduct
• Ordinance O-019-25: amend Article 4.10, Mobile Food Units – updates to mobile‑food‑unit regulations
• Resolution R-019-25: approve updated Statewide TEMAT MOU with Texas Division of Emergency Management
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of Nov. 18, 2025 meeting, November 2025 expenditures, and FY‑to‑date financials

The council authorized the City Manager to sign the updated Texas Emergency Management Assistance Team (TEMAT) memorandum of understanding. It also introduced on first reading Ordinances 0‑017‑25 (animal regulation), 0‑018‑25 (park rules) and 0‑019‑25 (mobile food units). The council approved the November 18 minutes and the payment of November expenditures.

• Approved payment of November 2025 expenditures – all members present voted aye
• Introduced Ordinance O‑017‑25 (animal regulation) on first reading – all members present voted aye
• Introduced Ordinance O‑018‑25 (park regulations) on first reading – all members present voted aye
• Introduced Ordinance O‑019‑25 (mobile food units) on first reading – all members present voted aye
• Approved Resolution R‑019‑25 authorizing execution of updated TEMAT MOU – all members present voted aye
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2025 regular meeting – all members present voted aye
• Adjourned the meeting – all members present voted aye

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various regulatory updates and grant usage. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.

• Proposed amendments to Animal, Park, and Mobile Food Unit Regulations
• Potential agreement with Aspire for Opioid Grant Fund usage
• Scheduling for the 2026 Strategic Planning Session

The council reviewed an ordinance amendment affecting animal, park, and mobile‑food unit regulations. They also talked about a possible agreement with Aspire to use an opioid grant fund. Scheduling for the 2026 strategic planning session was discussed, along with any other items on the regular agenda. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Borger City Council will meet to consider several routine and policy items, including a first reading of an ordinance to release property from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, an interlocal agreement with Fritch for IT services, and a resolution to join a regional mutual aid agreement. The agenda also includes consent items, a quarterly investment report, and the city manager's monthly report.

• First reading of Ordinance O-016-25 to release property from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ)
• Interlocal agreement with the City of Fritch for Information Technology Services
• Resolution R-018-25 authorizing participation in the Panhandle Region Regional Mutual Aid Agreement
• Receive Quarterly Investment Report for 4th Quarter FY 2025 and Annual Investment Report for FY 2025
• Consent agenda: minutes of Nov. 4, 2025 meetings and expenditures for first half of November 2025

The council unanimously approved Ordinance O‑016‑25 to release a parcel of land from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. It also approved an interlocal agreement with the City of Fritch for up to 500 hours of IT support services for a $30,000 annual fee. Additionally, the council authorized participation in the Panhandle Region Mutual Aid Agreement, designating the mayor as the chief representative. All motions passed with all members voting aye.

• Approved Ordinance O‑016‑25 releasing ETJ land (unanimous aye)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Fritch for IT support services ($30,000 annual fee) (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution R‑018‑25 joining Panhandle Region Mutual Aid Agreement (unanimous aye)
• Approved payment of first‑half November 2025 expenditures (unanimous aye)
• Approved minutes of the November 4, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss calling a Special Local Option Election on May 2, 2026, to determine if the legal sale of all alcoholic beverages, including mixed beverages, should be permitted. The body will also consider a final reading of an ordinance regarding eminent domain for public service providers.

• Resolution R-017-25 and associated order/notice for a Special Local Option Election to Legalize alcohol sales on May 2, 2026
• Final reading of Ordinance O-015-25 regarding eminent domain proceedings for public service providers
• Approval of expenditures for the second half of October 2025
• Review of Fiscal Year to Date Financials

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting and the payment of expenditures for the first half of October 2025. It also approved Ordinance O‑015‑25, establishing a procedure for acquiring a utility concern through eminent domain. Finally, the council approved Resolution R‑017‑25, ordering a special local option liquor election to be held on May 2, 2026. No citizen comments were recorded.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all present voted aye, no nays)
• Approved payment of first‑half October 2025 expenditures (all present voted aye, no nays)
• Approved Ordinance O‑015‑25 on final reading (all present voted aye, no nays)
• Approved Resolution R‑017‑25 ordering special liquor election for May 2, 2026 (all present voted aye, no nays)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several proposed regulations and procedures. Because this is a work session, no official action will be taken.

• Proposed Animal, Parking, and Park Regulations
• Traffic study and ordinance to reduce speed limits on Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive (FPC Campus)
• Code enforcement procedures

The Borger City Council held a work session on November 4, 2025. Council members discussed proposed animal, parking, and park regulations; a traffic study and an ordinance to reduce speed limits on Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive at the FPC Campus; code enforcement procedures; and other items on the regular agenda. No motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and no items were approved, denied, or tabled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes from its June 23, 2025 meeting. It will then receive and consider a final plat for the 2.590‑acre Fairlanes Unit 14, Block 1, Lots 1‑6. After discussion, the commission will adjourn the meeting.

• Approve minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 23, 2025 (Consent Agenda)
• Receive and consider final plat for Fairlanes Unit 14, Block 1, Lots 1‑6 (2.590‑acre tract)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance regarding the acquisition of public service providers through eminent domain. The body will also vote on final amendments to the FY 2025 Budget.

• Ordinance O-015-25: Proposed method for acquiring public service providers via eminent domain
• Ordinance O-014-25: Final reading of amendments to the FY 2025 Budget
• Approval of expenditures for the first half of October 2025
• Review of Fiscal Year to Date Financials

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting and the payment of first‑half‑October expenditures. It also adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25, amending the FY 2025 budget for revenue and expenditure adjustments, and adopted Ordinance O‑015‑25 to acquire a cooperative service provider. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of the October 7, 2025 meeting – all members present voted aye
• Approved payment of expenditures for the first half of October 2025 – all members present voted aye
• Adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25 (final amendments to FY 2025 budget) – all members present voted aye
• Adopted Ordinance O‑015‑25 (acquisition of a cooperative service provider) – all members present voted aye
• Adjourned the meeting – all members present voted aye

City Council

The Borger City Council will consider routine items such as the September 16 minutes, September expenditures, and FY to‑date financials. It will vote on awarding a $508,298.54 bid to Bulldog Motors (Duncan Chevrolet) for nine light‑duty vehicles and a $206,585 bid to Century Industries for a 14' × 32' ShowMaster Mobile Sound Stage using Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue. The council will also introduce Ordinance O-014-25 to amend the FY 2025 budget and approve a professional‑services agreement with Don't Burn Me, LLC.

• Award bid for FY 2026 Light Duty Vehicle Package: 9 vehicles, $508,298.54 to Bulldog Motors (Duncan Chevrolet)
• Award bid for 14' × 32' ShowMaster Mobile Sound Stage: $206,585 to Century Industries (Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue)
• Introduce Ordinance O-014-25 – final amendments to the FY 2025 Budget
• Approve professional services agreement with Don't Burn Me, LLC
• Consider FY to‑date financials and September expenditures

The council approved payment for September's second‑half expenditures. It awarded the FY 2026 Light Duty Vehicle Package to Bulldog Motors (Duncan Chevrolet) for nine vehicles at $508,298.54. The city also approved the purchase of a ShowMaster MSM3200 mobile sound stage for $206.585 using tourism funds, adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25 amending the FY 2025 budget, and approved a consulting agreement with Don't Burn Me Services, LLC. Minutes from the September 16 meeting were approved and the council adjourned.

• Approved payment of September 2025 second‑half expenditures (all aye)
• Awarded FY 2026 Light Duty Vehicle Package to Bulldog Motors, $508,298.54 (all aye)
• Approved purchase of ShowMaster MSM3200 mobile sound stage, $206.585 (all aye)
• Approved minutes of the September 16, 2025 meeting (all aye)
• Adopted Ordinance O‑014‑25 amending FY 2025 budget on first reading (all aye)
• Approved consulting services agreement with Don't Burn Me Services, LLC (aye: Loftis, Phelan, Felker; abstain: Perez)
• Adjourned the meeting (all aye)

City Council

The Borger City Council held a work session, during which no formal actions can be taken. Council members will discuss a proposed contract with Don't Burn Me, LLC, potential changes to animal, parking, park and other ordinances, and a possible speed limit change on Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive at Frank Phillips College. They will also review the CRMWA II project and any items from the regular agenda.

• Proposed contract terms with Don't Burn Me, LLC
• Potential ordinance changes for animal, parking, park, and other areas
• Possible speed limit change for Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive on Frank Phillips College campus
• Discussion of CRMWA II
• Discussion of any item on the regular agenda

The council discussed proposed contract terms with Don't Bum Me, LLC and possible animal, parking, and park ordinances. They also reviewed a possible speed limit change for Marcy Trail and Gregg Drive on the Frank Phillips College campus. No motions were adopted, votes were taken, or actions approved during this meeting.

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will consider the minutes from its August 7, 2025 meeting. It will hear new cases alleging violations of the City’s Property Maintenance Code. It will also review two continuing cases at 1306 Wisconsin St. and 134 Arline. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Consider and approve minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 7, 2025
• Hear new building standards case(s) for alleged Property Maintenance Code violations
• Hear continuing case for 1306 Wisconsin St. (Lot 15, Block 8, Huber Addition)
• Hear continuing case for 134 Arline (Lot 17‑18, Block 8, North Hill Addition)
• Adjourn the meeting

City Council

The Borger City Council is meeting to consider routine consent items, a proclamation for National Preparedness Month, and several action items. Key decisions include awarding a bid for a new garbage truck, amending a solid waste agreement with Pampa, and authorizing participation in an opioid settlement. The agenda also includes a final vote on a pension ordinance and a monthly performance report.

• Award bid for 20 Yd Commercial Side Loader to Doggett Freightliner of South Texas for $241,697.65 via TIPS Cooperative Contract #230802
• Final reading of Ordinance O-013-25 to increase TMRS employee contribution rate and reauthorize cost-of-living adjustments
• 2nd Amendment to Solid Waste Agreement between Borger and Pampa
• Authorize participation in opioid settlement with Alvogen, Amneal, Apotex, Hikma, Indivior, Mylan, Sun, and Zydus
• Proclamation declaring September as National Preparedness Month

The Borger City Council approved several items by unanimous vote, including raising the employee contribution rate to 8% and reauthorizing service credit updates, amending the solid waste agreement with Pampa, and authorizing participation in the national opioid secondary manufacturers settlement. The council also approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting, payment of first‑half‑September expenditures, a bid award for a new waste‑collection vehicle, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of the September 2, 2025 work session and regular meeting (all aye, none nay)
• Approved payment of expenditures for the first half of September 2025 (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O-013-25 increasing employee contribution rate to 8% and reauthorizing annual service credit and COLA updates (all aye, none nay)
• Awarded bid to Doggett Freightliner of South Texas for a 2026 Freightliner M2106 with 20‑yard lift body, amount 5241,697.65 (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Second Amendment to the Solid Waste Disposal Agreement with the City of Pampa, raising the per‑ton fee to $543.00 (all aye, none nay)
• Authorized City Manager Garrett Spradling to execute the Combined Participation and Release Form for the National Opioids Secondary Manufacturers Settlement (all aye, none nay)
• Adjourned the meeting (all aye, none nay)

City Council

The Borger City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential changes to animal, parking, and park regulations, as well as ordinance updates following the legislative session. The council will also review proposals submitted in response to the Electrical Service Safety Improvement Services RFP. No official actions will be taken during this session.

• Discussion of Animal, Parking, and Park regulation changes
• Review of proposals for Electrical Service Safety Improvement Services RFP
• General discussion of items on the Regular Agenda

The City Council met on September 2, 2025 to discuss changes to animal, parking and park regulations and other ordinance updates. They also reviewed proposals related to the Electrical Service Safety Improvement Services RFP. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Borger City Council will hold a public meeting to take final action on the FY 2026 operating budget, property tax rate, and fee schedule. The council will also consider a lease for the municipal golf course, a consulting contract for electric safety improvements, and a community investment program. No new revenue tax rate of 0.606807 per $100 valuation is proposed for FY 2026.

• Approve final reading of Ordinance O-010-25 setting FY 2026 tax rate at 0.606807/$100 valuation
• Approve final reading of Ordinance O-011-25 adopting FY 2026 operating budget with median property tax increase to $1,153
• Approve final reading of Ordinance O-012-25 amending FY 2026 fee schedule
• Approve Resolution R-016-25 adopting FY 2026–2030 Community Investment Program (CIP)
• Approve lease agreement with Phillips Country Club, Inc. for Borger Municipal Golf Course

The council approved the minutes from the August 19 meeting and adopted a combined ad valorem tax rate of $0.606807 per $100 valuation for FY 2026. It also adopted the FY 2026 operating budget, amended the fee schedule, approved a five‑year community investment program, and raised the municipal retirement system employee contribution to 8.0%. Additional actions included approving a lease for the municipal golf course and authorizing a consulting firm for electric‑service safety improvements.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Adopted combined tax rate of $0.606807 per $100 valuation for FY 2026 (Ordinance O-010-25, all aye)
• Adopted FY 2026 operating budget (Ordinance O-011-25, all aye)
• Amended city fee schedule for FY 2026 (Ordinance O-012-25, all aye)
• Approved FY 2026‑2030 Community Investment Program (Resolution R-016-25, all aye)
• Increased TMRS employee contribution to 8.0% and reauthorized service credits/COLA (Ordinance O-013-25, all aye)
• Approved 2025 lease agreement with Phillips Country Club for the municipal golf course (all aye)
• Authorized selection of Don't Burn Me Services LLC for electric service safety consulting and directed staff to negotiate contract (all aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed FY 2026 operating budget and a combined tax rate of 0.606807/$100 valuation. The meeting also includes final readings for zoning changes and a proposed update to the city fee schedule.

• Proposed combined tax rate of 0.606807/$100 valuation for FY 2026
• Rezoning of 1202 Madison (Westover Hills Addition) from Semi-Urban Residential to Commercial
• Bid for replacement skate park equipment to American Ramp Company for $150,803.99
• Proposed amendments to the City of Borger's Fee Schedule for FY 2026
• Interlocal Agreement with Borger ISD for water system operation

The council approved Ordinance O‑009‑25, changing the zoning of 1202 Madison (Lot 16‑16, Block I) from Semi‑Urban Residential to Commercial. It also adopted the FY 2026 property tax rate of 0.606807 cents per $100 valuation (Ordinance O‑010‑25) and approved the FY 2026 operating budget (Ordinance O‑011‑25). Additionally, the council approved an interlocal agreement with the Borger Independent School District to operate the Spring Creek Water Supply System and a grant administration agreement for the Huber Park Playground project.

• Approved Ordinance O‑009‑25 rezoning 1202 Madison to Commercial (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O‑010‑25 setting FY 2026 ad valorem tax rate at 0.606807 cents per $100 (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O‑011‑25 adopting FY 2026 operating budget (all aye, none nay)
• Approved Ordinance O‑012‑25 amending city fee schedule (all aye, none nay)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Borger Independent School District for Spring Creek Water Supply System (all aye, none nay)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Panhandle Regional Planning Commission for Huber Park Playground grant administration (all aye, none nay)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2026 budget, budget ordinance, and tax rate. The session will also cover park regulations and other pending ordinance changes. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Proposed FY 2026 Budget and Budget Ordinance
• Proposed FY 2026 Tax Rate
• Park Regulations and pending Ordinance Changes

The council met for a work session on August 5, 2025. Members discussed the proposed FY 2026 budget, the FY 2026 tax rate, park regulations, and other pending ordinance changes. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded. The meeting concluded without any formal actions.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed combined tax rate not to exceed 0.606807/$100 valuation and a bid for a water well replacement. The body will also hold public hearings regarding rezoning residential lots to commercial use.

• Bid for Water Well #13 Replacement Project to Hydro Resources - Mid Continent, Inc. for $463,214
• Proposed combined tax rate not to exceed 0.606807/$100 valuation
• Rezoning of 1202 Madison (Lots 16-18, Block 1 of Westover Hills Addition) from Semi-Urban Residential to Commercial
• Resolution R-014-25 to deny Texas Gas Service Company's proposed revenue and rate increases
• Authorization to participate in the Opioid Settlement with Purdue/Sackler

The Borger City Council approved the July 2025 expenditure payments and adopted the city’s existing investment policy after staff review. It ratified an interlocal agreement with the Panhandle Regional Planning Commission for 9‑1‑1 services and authorized participation in the Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement. The council also approved the rezoning of 1202 Madison from Semi‑Urban Residential to Commercial and awarded the Well #13 replacement contract to Hydro Resources‑Mid Continent for $463,214.

• Approved July 2025 expenditure payments (all members present voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution R‑013‑25 reviewing the city’s Investment Policy (all members present voted aye)
• Ratified Resolution R‑012‑25 interlocal agreement for 9‑1‑1 services (all members present voted aye)
• Authorized participation in the Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement (all members present voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance 0‑009‑25 rezoning 1202 Madison to Commercial (all members present voted aye)
• Awarded Well #13 Replacement Project to Hydro Resources‑Mid Continent, $463,214 (all members present voted aye)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2026 Operating Budget and the City's TMRS Plan Design. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• FY 2026 Operating Budget
• City's TMRS Plan Design
• Items on the July 1st Regular Agenda

The Borger City Council held a work session on July 1, 2025. Council members discussed possible changes to the City’s TMRS plan design. They also discussed the FY 2026 operating budget and any items on the July 1 regular agenda. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the session.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates and unmet needs at Agnes Howe Sports Park. The body will also consider several administrative actions, including bid awards and a board reappointment.

• Discussion of updates and unmet needs at Agnes Howe Sports Park
• Authorization to release an abatement fee lien on 1311 Boyd St
• Reappointment of Mr. Glendon Jett to the Canadian River Water Authority Board of Directors
• Interlocal agreement to join the Panhandle Alliance for Safe Electricity
• Acceptance or rejection of winning bids from the Texas Communities Group online bidding process

The City Council approved the minutes from the June 17 meeting and the June expenditures. It accepted winning bids for two delinquent‑tax properties and authorized the Mayor to sign the tax deeds. The Council released a lien on 1311 Boyd St, re‑appointed Glendon Jett to the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority board, cancelled the July 15 meeting, and approved an interlocal agreement forming the Panhandle Alliance for Safe Electricity.

• Approved minutes of the June 17, 2025 meeting (all members present voted aye)
• Approved payment of June 2025 expenditures (all members present voted aye)
• Accepted winning bids for 1311 Boyd St ($700) and 3088 N McGee St ($2,550) and authorized the Mayor to sign tax deeds (all members present voted aye)
• Authorized release of the lien on 1311 Boyd St (all members present voted aye)
• Re‑appointed Glendon Jett, P.E., to the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority board for a two‑year term (all members present voted aye)
• Cancelled the regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025 (all members present voted aye)
• Approved the interlocal agreement forming the Panhandle Alliance for Safe Electricity and authorized the Mayor to execute it (all members present voted aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (all members present voted aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates and unmet needs at Agnes Howe Sports Park. The body is also considering a transportation grant application and a forensics network agreement.

• Resolution R-09-25 supporting a Texas Department of Transportation grant application
• Interlocal Agreement for the Regional SPEX Forensics Network fingerprint database
• Release of abatement fee liens for 414, 416, 420, and 426 N. McGee St
• Acceptance or rejection of winning bids from the Texas Communities Group online process

The council approved payment of first‑half‑June 2025 expenditures and accepted winning bids for five city properties. It also approved the minutes of the June 1 meeting, released several property liens, and adopted a resolution backing Borger’s application to TxDOT’s 2025 Transportation Alternatives Set‑Aside. Additionally, the council approved an interlocal agreement for the SPEX Forensics network and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved payment of first‑half‑June 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Accepted winning bids from Texas Communities Group for five properties (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the June 1, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized release of liens on 414 N., 415 N., 420 N., and 126 N. McGee St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R‑009‑15 supporting Borger’s TxDOT 2025 Transportation Alternatives application (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement for SPEX Forensics network and authorized City Manager to sign (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Building Standards Commission

The Commission will review new and continuing cases regarding alleged violations of the City's Property Maintenance Code. For these properties, the body may order repairs, demolition, vacating of premises, or assess civil penalties.

• New cases: 1123 Coble, 204 Chaparral, 107 Baird, 822 Canady, and 603 Mississippi
• Continued cases: 1021 N. Hedgecoke St. and 134 Arline
• Approval of May 1, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session to discuss several city matters. As this is a work session, no official action will be taken.

• FY 2026 Operating Budget
• Animal-related regulations
• Long-term water planning

The council met on June 3, 2025. Members discussed the FY 2026 operating budget, possible changes to animal-related regulations, and long‑term water planning. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on, and no decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will discuss an incentive agreement involving Station Media, LLC and the Borger Economic Development Corporation. The body will also consider a school resource officer agreement and a fee schedule update for the Johnson Park Youth Center.

• Resolution R-008-25: Incentive Agreement between Borger, Inc., Borger Economic Development Corporation, and Station Media, LLC
• Interlocal Agreement for School Resource Officers between the City of Borger and Borger Independent School District
• Ordinance O-007-25: Update to the fee schedule for the Johnson Park Youth Center
• Oath of Office for Police Recruit Nicholas Kemp

The council unanimously approved the Interlocal Agreement for the 2026 School Resource Officer program, updated the fee schedule for the Johnson Park Youth Center, and authorized an incentive agreement between the Borger Economic Development Corporation and Station Media, LLC. All motions passed with all members present voting aye.

• Approved payment of May 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O-007-25 updating Johnson Park Youth Center fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for FY 2026 School Resource Officer program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-008-25 authorizing incentive agreement with Station Media, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Borger City Council will meet to approve routine minutes and financial reports, introduce a budget amendment, and vote on an interlocal jail-services agreement with Hutchison County. They will also consider a resolution setting rules for banner displays on city streetlight poles and a fee update for the Johnson Park Youth Center.

• Approve interlocal agreement with Hutchison County for jail services
• Adopt resolution R-007-25 setting banner-display guidelines on city streetlight poles
• Introduce Ordinance O-005-25 amending FY 2025 budget
• Introduce Ordinance O-007-25 updating Johnson Park Youth Center fee schedule
• Approve expenditures for first half of May 2025

The council approved the second reading of Ordinance 0-005-25, amending the FY 2025 budget. It also approved a jail services agreement with Hutchinson County that raises the per‑prisoner daily cost from $35 to $50. A resolution adopting guidelines for banners on city‑owned streetlight poles was adopted, and a fee‑schedule amendment for the Johnson Park Youth Center was introduced. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved payment of first‑half May 2025 expenditures (all aye)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 0-005-25 (FY 2025 budget amendment) (all aye)
• Approved Jail Services Agreement with Hutchinson County, increasing per‑prisoner cost to $50 (all aye)
• Approved Resolution R-007-25 establishing banner display guidelines on city streetlight poles (all aye)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-007-25 to update Johnson Park Youth Center fee schedule (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

City Council

This is a work session of the Borger City Council; no official action will be taken. The council will discuss the FY 2026 Operating Budget, progress and incentives for the 'Development W' housing project, prices for the Johnson Park Youth Center, procedures for city vehicle use by non-profits, and annual cybersecurity training.

• Discuss progress and incentive options for housing project 'Development W'
• Discuss prices for the Johnson Park Youth Center
• Discuss the FY 2026 Operating Budget
• Discuss procedures for city vehicle use by non-profit organizations
• Annual Cybersecurity Training

The Borger City Council meeting on May 6, 2025 reviewed several topics, including cybersecurity training, the Development W housing project, city vehicle use by nonprofits, pricing for the Johnson Park Youth Center, and the FY 2026 operating budget. The minutes list these items as discussed but do not record any approvals, denials, votes, or other formal actions. No substantive decisions were documented.

City Council

The Borger City Council will canvass the May 3 general election results, certify the winners for Place 4 and Place 5, administer oaths to newly elected council members, and elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2025-2026. The council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance O-006-25 renewing the Standards of Care for Youth Programs. Additionally, they will consider awarding a $379,610 contract for a Type I ambulance and receive the FY2024 Popular Annual Financial Report and Performance Management Report.

• Resolution R-006-25 canvassing May 3 general election results for Place 4 and Place 5
• Public hearing and final reading of Ordinance O-006-25 renewing Standards of Care for Youth Programs
• Award of bid for one Type I ambulance to Siddons Martin Emergency Group for $379,610 via HGAC contract
• Proclamation declaring Borger as a 'Tourism Friendly' community
• Receive FY2024 Popular Annual Financial Report and Performance Management Report

The council unanimously elected Karen Felker as Mayor and Kim Perez as Mayor Pro‑Tem for the 2025‑2026 term. They also approved the purchase of a Type I ambulance for $379,610, and re‑approved Ordinance 0‑006‑25 for youth program standards. Additional actions included approving April 2025 expenditure payments and receiving several financial and performance reports.

• Elected Karen Felker as Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Kim Perez as Mayor Pro‑Tem (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one Type I ambulance for $379,610 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 0‑006‑25 renewing youth program standards (unanimous)
• Approved payment of expenditures for the latter half of April 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R‑006‑25 canvassing election returns for Place 4 and Place 5 (unanimous)
• Received FY 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report (unanimous)
• Received FY 2024 Performance Management Report (unanimous)

City Council

The Borger City Council will meet April 15 to consider several ordinances and financial reports. Items include final approval of updated taxicab regulations, a budget amendment, scheduling a public hearing for youth program standards, receiving the FY 2024 audit report, and an interlocal agreement with Potter County.

• Final reading of Ordinance O-004-25 amending Chapter 4, Article 4.07 to revise and modernize taxicab regulations.
• Introduction on first reading of Ordinance O-005-25 amending the FY 2025 Budget.
• Schedule public hearing and introduce on first reading Ordinance O-006-25 renewing Standards of Care for Youth Programs.
• Receive FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report from SingletonClark audit firm.
• Consider Interlocal Agreement with Potter County for FY2024 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant.

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting, paid first‑half April expenditures, and adopted Ordinance 0-004-25 updating taxicab regulations. It also accepted the FY2024 financial report, approved an interlocal grant with Potter County, scheduled a public hearing for youth program standards, and introduced the FY2025 budget amendment. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 1, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of expenditures for first half of April 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 0-004-25 revising taxicab regulations (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Potter County for FY2024 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)
• Directed City Secretary to schedule public hearing on May 6, 2025 for Ordinance 0-006-25 (unanimous)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 0-005-25 amending FY2025 budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

This is a work session of the Borger City Council; no official action will be taken. The council will discuss proposed updates to taxi regulations (Ordinance O-004-25) and a new city light pole banner usage policy.

• Discuss updated taxi regulations (Ordinance O-004-25) that would eliminate the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, adopt flexible pricing, and allow cashless payments
• Discuss a new Banner Display Guidelines & Procedures policy with a $250 service fee and 30-day display limit
• No official votes or decisions will occur at this work session

On April 1, 2025, the Borger City Council held a work session. Council members discussed the City Light Pole Banner Usage Policy and updated taxi regulations. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

City Council

The Borger City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning and Zoning Commission's denial of a special use permit for three coin-operated machines at 941 N Main St. Other items include approving tourism service agreements with the Tri-City Community Concert Association and Friends of the Hutchinson County Museum, a fire training MOU with Amarillo College, a mutual firefighting assistance agreement with the National Park Service, first reading of an ordinance to revise taxicab regulations, and a $261,246 bid for micro-surfacing services.

• Public hearing and action on appeal of denied special use permit for coin-operated machines at Corner Store (941 N Main St.)
• First reading of Ordinance O-004-25 to revise and modernize taxicab regulations
• Bid award of $261,246 for micro-surfacing services using City of Amarillo contract
• Memorandum of Understanding between Borger Fire Department and Amarillo College Regional Fire Academy for training facilities
• Approval of 2025–2030 Mutual Firefighting Assistance Agreement with National Park Service

Council approved a $261,246 micro‑surfacing contract for pavement preservation, authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. The council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Amarillo College Regional Fire Academy for fire‑training use and denied an appeal for a special‑use permit to place three coin‑operated machines at 941 N Main St. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved micro‑surfacing contract ($261,246) with International Slurry Seal – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved MOU with Amarillo College Regional Fire Academy for fire‑training facilities – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved 2025‑2030 Mutual Firefighting Assistance Agreement with National Park Service – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 Annual Tourism Services Report and FY 2026 Tourism Services Agreement – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Denied Devendra Bhandari’s appeal for a Special Use Permit for three coin‑operated machines at 941 N Main St – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved payment of expenditures for the latter half of March 2025 – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved the minutes of the March 18, 2025 regular meeting – all members present voted aye, no nays
• Approved Ordinance O‑004‑25 to revise taxicab regulations (first reading) – all members present voted aye, no nays

City Council

The Borger City Council will meet to consider a consent agenda including routine items such as minutes, expenditures, and a seal coat program bid. The council will also receive the annual tourism report and consider a tourism services contract, discuss a resolution authorizing an EDA grant application, and hold a public hearing and final reading on a zoning map amendment for 517B S. Bryan. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the city manager's employment.

• Public hearing and final reading for rezoning 517B S. Bryan (Isom Addition) from Corridor Mixed Use to Suburban Urban
• Consideration of a one-year Tourism Services Contract with Borger Chamber of Commerce (April 2025–March 2026)
• Resolution R-005-25 authorizing Borger Inc. (EDC) to submit an EDA grant application
• Approval of Resolution R-004-25 for an interlocal agreement with Panhandle Regional Planning Commission for 9-1-1 services
• Award of 2025 Group Seal Coat Program bid to Missouri Petroleum Products at $3.27/SY

The Borger City Council approved several items, including a $325,000 seal coat project bid to Missouri Petroleum, a resolution authorizing Borger, Inc. to apply for a $2 million EDA grant for infrastructure improvements, and a $10,000 bonus for City Manager Garrett Spradling. The council also approved a final reading of an ordinance amending non-conformity rules, a rezoning at 5178 S. Bryan Street, and a new tourism services contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 0-002-25 amending ULDO non-conformities (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-004-25 for 9-1-1 interlocal agreement with PRPC (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Group Seal Coat Project bid to Missouri Petroleum, not to exceed $325,000 (unanimous)
• Received 2024 Dome Civic and Convention Center Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved tourism services contract for April 2025-March 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-005-25 authorizing EDA grant application for Borger Enterprise Business Park (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 0-003-25 rezoning 5178 S. Bryan to Suburban-Urban (unanimous)
• Awarded $10,000 bonus to City Manager Garrett Spradling (unanimous)

City Council

The Borger City Council will hold a work session on March 4, 2025. No official action will be taken. Topics include the City Manager's evaluation process, possible revisions to taxicab regulations, and a potential Information Technology Interlocal Services agreement.

• Discuss City Manager's evaluation process
• Discuss possible changes to taxicab regulations
• Discuss possible Information Technology Interlocal Services

The City Council held a work session and discussed the City Manager's evaluation process, possible changes to taxicab regulations, and potential information technology interlocal services. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session.

• Discussed City Manager's evaluation process
• Discussed possible changes to taxicab regulations
• Discussed possible information technology interlocal services

City Council

The Borger City Council will consider several items including final reading of an ordinance on Council Ethics Standards and Operating Procedures, and a proposal to rezone 517B S. Bryan from Corridor Mixed Use to Suburban Urban. They will also hold a public hearing on amending the Unified Land Development Ordinance regarding Non-Conformities, and appoint election judges for the May 3 general election. The consent agenda includes approval of February 18 meeting minutes and expenditures.

• Final reading of Ordinance O-001-25 (Council Ethics Standards and Operating Procedures)
• Schedule a public hearing for March 18 and introduce first reading of Ordinance O-003-25 to rezone 517B S. Bryan (S/40' of Lots 8 and 9, Block 29, Isom Addition) from Corridor Mixed Use to Suburban Urban
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-002-25 amending Article 14.07 'Non-Conformities' in the Unified Land Development Ordinance
• Appointment of Election Judges and Alternates for the May 3, 2025 General Election

The City Council approved on final reading Ordinance O-001-25, establishing a detailed code of ethics and operating procedures for council conduct. It also directed the city secretary to schedule a public hearing for March 18, 2025, to consider rezoning 517 B.S. Bryan from Corridor Mixed-Use to Suburban Urban, and introduced on first reading ordinances to allow reconstruction of nonconforming uses/signs and to amend the zoning map. Election judges and alternates for the May election were appointed.

• Approved Ordinance O-001-25 adopting council ethics standards and operating procedures (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for March 18, 2025, on rezoning 517 B.S. Bryan to Suburban Urban (unanimous)
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance O-003-25 to rezone 517 B.S. Bryan (unanimous)
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance O-002-25 to allow reconstruction of nonconforming uses/signs per state law (unanimous)
• Appointed election judges and alternates for May election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025, meeting (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for last half of February 2025 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Borger Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two items: proposed text changes to the Unified Land Development Ordinance, and a request to place three coin-operated machines at the Corner Store at 941 N Main St. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 27 meeting. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and action on text changes to the Unified Land Development Ordinance
• Public hearing and action on request for three coin-operated machines at Corner Store, 941 N Main St
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2025 regular meeting (consent agenda)

City Council

The Borger City Council will consider and take action on several items including the final reading of Ordinance O-001-25 establishing Council Ethics Standards and Operating Procedures, the selection of an official bank depository for the city, and the Borger Police Department's 2024 Racial Profiling Report. Other consent agenda items include approval of February 4 meeting minutes, mid-month expenditures, and fiscal year-to-date financials. The meeting also features the City Manager's Monthly Report and public comments.

• Final reading of Ordinance O-001-25 (Council Ethics Standards and Operating Procedures)
• Selection of official bank depository for the City of Borger and authorization for City Manager to execute agreements
• Receive Borger Police Department's 2024 Racial Profiling Report
• Approve Borger, Inc.'s FY 2024 Annual Report
• Approve expenditures for the first half of February 2025

The Borger City Council approved Amarillo National Bank as the official bank depository for two years with renewal options, based on the highest bid evaluation score. The council also approved the Borger, Inc. FY 2024 Annual Report, received the police racial profiling report, and tabled the final reading of Ordinance O-001-25 pending attorney review. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Amarillo National Bank as official bank depository (2-year term, 3 one-year renewals) (unanimous)
• Approved Borger, Inc. FY 2024 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Received and approved Borger Police Department's 2024 Racial Profiling Report (unanimous)
• Tabled final reading of Ordinance O-001-25 Council Ethics Standards and Operating Procedures (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 4, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of expenditures for first half of February 2025 (unanimous)

Building Standards Commission

The Commission will consider approving the minutes from the January 2 meeting, then hold public hearings on alleged violations of the City's Property Maintenance Code. New cases and two continued cases – 134 Arline and 709 California St – are scheduled, with possible orders to vacate, repair, demolish, or assess civil penalties.

• Consideration of minutes from January 2, 2025 regular meeting
• Public hearing on new Building Standards cases (violations of Property Maintenance Code)
• Continued case: 134 Arline (Lot 17-18, Block 8, North Hill Addition)
• Continued case: 709 California St (Lot 4-5, Block 2, East Side Addition)

City Council

This is a work session where no official action will be taken. The council will discuss a debt management policy resolution, a salary survey and FY 2026 personnel plans, and any items from the regular agenda.

• Discuss Debt Management Policy Resolution
• Discuss Salary Survey and FY 2026 Personnel
• Discuss any item on the Regular Agenda

The Borger City Council held a work session on February 4, 2025, to discuss a Debt Management Policy Resolution, a salary survey and FY 2026 personnel matters, and items on the regular agenda. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session.

• Discussed Debt Management Policy Resolution (no action)
• Discussed Salary Survey and FY 2026 Personnel (no action)
• Discussed items on the Regular Agenda (no action)

City Council

The Borger City Council will consider consent agenda items including the purchase of three Dodge Charger police vehicles for $119,700 and a LifePak 35 defibrillator for $66,655. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance on council ethics standards and adopt a debt management policy. The meeting opens with a proclamation honoring Annadon Keys and a citizen comment period.

• Purchase of 3 Dodge Charger Police RWD from Sunset Chrysler for $119,700
• Purchase of a LifePak 35 monitor/defibrillator from Stryker for $66,655.37
• First reading of Ordinance O-001-25: Council Ethics Standards and Operating Procedures
• Adoption of Resolution R-003-25: Debt Management Policy for the City of Borger
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Elite Media Group, LLC v. City of Borger

The Borger City Council approved the sole-source purchase of three Dodge Charger police vehicles for $119,700, with BISD reimbursing one vehicle. It also adopted a Debt Management Policy (Resolution R-003-25), introduced an ethics ordinance on first reading, and approved a $66,655.37 LIFEPAK 35 defibrillator purchase. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $119,700 purchase of 3 Dodge Charger police vehicles (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-003-25 Debt Management Policy (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance O-001-25 on council ethics standards on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $66,655.37 purchase of LIFEPAK 35 defibrillator from Stryker (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Texas Emergency Management for 7 individuals (unanimous)
• Approved January 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider orders and resolutions to hold a general city election on May 3, 2025, for two council positions. The body will also discuss a grant application for a culvert project and a public works response agreement.

• Election for one member in Place 4 and one member in Place 5 on May 3, 2025
• Joint Election Order with Borger ISD and Hutchinson County Hospital District
• Resolution R-001-25 for a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program application for the 3rd Street Culvert Project
• Memorandum of Understanding with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service for the Texas Public Works Response Team
• Review of expenditures for the first half of January 2025

The Borger City Council approved a joint election order for the May 3, 2025 general election, which will fill two council places. It also approved a resolution to apply for Texas Division of Emergency Management hazard mitigation funds for the 3rd Street culvert project, and authorized a memorandum of understanding with the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service for disaster response. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution R-002-25 calling the May 3, 2025 general city election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-001-25 authorizing application for HMGP funds for 3rd Street culvert project (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service for Texas Public Works Response Team (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 work session and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for first half of January 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a tower site lease agreement with Pano AI, Inc. and a bid award for wastewater infrastructure. The body will also review financial reports and expenditures from late December 2024.

• Bid award for Wastewater Treatment Plant Screw Pump replacement to Bo Simon, Inc. for $282,000
• Tower Site Lease Agreement between the City of Borger and Pano AI, Inc.

The Borger City Council approved a tower site lease agreement with Pano AI Inc. for $500 per month to host fire detection camera equipment at the central public safety tower. They also awarded a $282,000 bid to Bo Simon, Inc. for replacing two screw pumps at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, a cost significantly below the estimated $380,000 per pump. Both motions passed unanimously with all members present voting aye. The council also approved the December 17, 2024 meeting minutes and expenditures for the last half of December 2024.

• Approved tower site lease with Pano AI Inc. at $500/month (unanimous)
• Awarded $282,000 bid to Bo Simon, Inc. for wastewater screw pump replacement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for last half of December 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss meeting rules, ethics policies, and debt management. The body will also review FY 2026 budget priorities and EMS revenue and staffing. No official action will be taken during this session.

• Proposed Ordinance O-001-25 to establish a detailed code of ethics and operational rules
• Discussion of FY 2026 Budget Priorities
• Discussion of EMS Revenue and Staffing Levels
• Review of Debt Management Policy
• Discussion of Council Meeting Rules & Procedures

The City Council held a work session to discuss procedural rules, ethics policy, debt management, FY 2026 budget priorities, and EMS revenue and staffing. No formal votes or decisions were made; items were discussed only.