Brownwood public meetings in 2023

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is meeting to consider routine items including minutes approval, claims, and an updated facility use agreement template for recreation leagues. The council may also enter a closed executive session to discuss economic development negotiations regarding a mixed-use development, with possible action afterward.

• Consider approving updated facility use agreement template for recreation leagues at Brownwood Soccer Complex and Bert V. Massey Sports Complex
• Executive session under Section 551.087 for economic development negotiation on mixed-use development
• City closed for Christmas (Dec 25-26) and New Year's Day (Jan 1, 2024)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider awarding a $3,113,912.06 bid for Riverside Park improvements and a resolution to replace the airport's weather system with TxDOT. They will also ratify a $250,000 BMDD expenditure for the park, approve a lease with a domestic violence shelter, and make board appointments.

• Consider awarding $3,113,912.06 bid to Sullivan Contracting for Riverside Park improvements
• Consider resolution to replace Automated Weather Observing System at Airport with TxDOT
• Ratify $250,000 BMDD expenditure for Riverside Park renovation
• Consider lease with Pecan Valley Regional Domestic Violence Shelter d/b/a The Ark
• Consider Mayoral appointments to multiple boards and commissions

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a joint luncheon with the Brownwood Industrial Foundation, Municipal Development District, and Chamber of Commerce to discuss the year in review and future initiatives. No formal action will be taken by the Council at this meeting.

• Joint luncheon with Brownwood Industrial Foundation, Municipal Development District, and Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion of year in review and future initiatives
• No action to be taken by City Council

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a property subdivision. The body will consider the approval of a final plat for a specific site on E. Commerce Street.

• Consideration of Final Plat for 515 E. Commerce Street (BCAD #21928), 3.743 acres

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider awarding a $239,860 bid for a new litter fence at the Landfill and authorizing a $24,850 perimeter fence installation. They will also vote on budget amendments, a utility rate change adding delivery fees for compost/mulch, and purchasing furniture for the Event Center Complex from reserves.

• Award bid for new litter fence at Landfill to Gorilla Netting for $239,860.32
• Authorize installation of perimeter fence at Landfill by Martin Earthworks for $24,850
• Award bid for sale of 506 W. Baker to Fred Finkelstein for $500
• Amend utility rate ordinance to add $75 (in-city) and $125 (outside) delivery charge for compost/mulch
• Approve agreement to purchase furniture for Event Center Complex from Facilities Resource Inc. via cooperatives

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 808 Ave. B. The applicant seeks a 5-foot variance into the side yard setback to install a carport with gutters.

• Variance request (VAR 14-23) for 808 Ave. B to reduce side yard setback by 5 feet for a carport

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 808 Ave. B. The applicant seeks a 5-foot variance into the required 5-foot side yard setback to install a carport with a gutter system.

• Public hearing on variance (VAR 14-23) for 808 Ave. B: 5 ft. into side yard setback for carport and gutter system
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2023 regular meeting

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will meet to consider minutes, financial reports, and a presentation from Morgan Stanley on the 3rd quarter portfolio performance. The board may also receive results from Rudd and Wisdom on the Funding Soundness Restoration Plan analysis and take action on potential changes to restore adequate contribution arrangements.

• Consider financial and reconciliation reports
• Receive Morgan Stanley presentation on 3rd quarter 2023 portfolio performance
• Receive results from Rudd and Wisdom on Funding Soundness Restoration Plan analysis
• Take action on second package of potential changes to restore adequate contribution arrangement

City Council Agenda

This is a workshop meeting where the City Council will review bids for the Riverside Park Project and discuss Parks and Recreation capital projects. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of bids for Riverside Park Project
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Capital Projects

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is meeting to consider several items, including FY 2022/2023 budget amendments, a utility rate ordinance amendment adding delivery charges for compost/mulch, and a health department agreement with the state. They will also discuss economic development incentives for a new retail complex and other routine matters.

• Agreement with Texas DSHS for $47,242 for Brownwood/Brown County Health Department
• Ordinance on first reading for FY 2022/2023 budget amendments
• Amendment to Utility Rate Ordinance No. 23-14 adding $75 delivery charge for compost/mulch inside city limits, $125 outside
• Designation of $90,200 from 22/23 Parks capital items for Bennie Houston Center
• Executive session on financial incentives for TABAT Properties, LTD for new retail development

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to inquire into the progress and circumstances of two properties, determine the property owners' intent, and assess or adjust civil penalties or order abatement methods, including possible demolition. The properties are located at 1309 Ave. H and 2305 Main Blvd.

• Hearing on property at 1309 Ave. H
• Hearing on property at 2305 Main Blvd.
• Possible assessment or increase/decrease of civil penalties
• Possible order of abatement methods, including demolition

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to consider abatement actions, including possible demolition, on two properties. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and reports on abatements.

• Public hearing on property at 1309 Ave. H
• Public hearing on property at 2305 Main Blvd.
• Possible assessment of civil penalties or demolition orders

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will consider a resolution to declare railroad tracks off Washington Street as surplus property and issue a bill of sale to Texas Rock Crusher Railway in exchange for removal of the rail material. The council will also consider a revision to the airport hangar lease contract template.

• Resolution to declare railroad tracks off Washington Street surplus and issue bill of sale to Texas Rock Crusher Railway for removal of rail material
• Consider approval of a revision to the Airport Hanger Lease Contract template

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 809 Ave. B. The applicant seeks a 24-foot variance into the 25-foot front yard setback and a 5-foot variance into the 5-foot side yard setback to install a carport with a gutter system.

• Public hearing for variance VAR 13-23 at 809 Ave. B
• Request for 24 ft. front yard setback variance
• Request for 5 ft. side yard setback variance
• Purpose: install a carport with a gutter system

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a single variance request. The applicant seeks relief from front and side yard setback requirements to install a carport with a gutter system at 809 Ave. B. The board may deliberate and act on this item.

• Public hearing on variance VAR 13-23 for 809 Ave. B: 24 ft. into 25 ft. front yard setback and 5 ft. into 5 ft. side yard setback for carport with gutter system
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2023 regular meeting

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving the final plat of 8.28 acres located on the north side of Stephen F. Austin Drive between Crockett Drive and Burney Drive. Approval would allow the property to be platted and listed for sale. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes.

• Consider approval of Final Plat for 8.28 acres at 2508 Stephen F. Austin, BCAD #29455
• Property located on north side of Stephen F. Austin Drive between Crockett Drive and Burney Drive
• Plat approval would allow property to be listed for sale

Airport Board

The Brownwood Regional Airport Board will review financial, operational, and terminal rehab reports. The board will also consider approving a new hangar lease agreement and a construction request.

• Request for Joe King to construct a 60x60 hangar
• Approval of new Hangar Lease Agreements
• Proposed $50 per hour fee rate for GPU donation from John Harkey
• Terminal Rehab Project update

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will consider several budget amendments, a three-year labor agreement with the firefighters' union, and new fee schedules for FY 23/24. They will also vote on capital leases, a fire code exception for a haunted house, and airport rehabilitation bids.

• Consider approving a three-year Meet and Confer Agreement with the Brownwood Professional Firefighters Association (BPFFA) from Oct 1, 2023 to Sep 30, 2026.
• Consider a budget amendment moving $350,000 from Landfill building and grounds to Community Facilities for Event Center construction.
• Consider an ordinance on second/third reading setting charges for fees, rentals, licenses, and permits for FY 23/24.
• Consider a resolution approving seven new capital leases with Citizens National Bank and assigning a property tax pledge.
• Consider awarding a bid for Airport rehab to Covington Contracting for $104,790.

Civil Service

The City of Brownwood Negotiating Team and the Brownwood Professional Firefighters Association will meet to consider the approval of a Meet and Confer Agreement. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 28, 2021.

• Consider approval of the Meet and Confer Agreement

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to review progress, determine property owner intent, and assess civil penalties or order abatement—including possible demolition—for two properties: 2607 Cleburne Ave. and 1502 4th St.

• 2607 Cleburne Ave. property under review for possible demolition or penalties
• 1502 4th St. property under review for possible demolition or penalties
• Commission may increase, decrease, or assess civil penalties

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will meet to review minutes, receive abatement reports, and hold public hearings on two properties to determine owner intent and possibly assess penalties or order demolition. The agenda is otherwise routine procedural business.

• Public hearing on 2607 Cleburne Ave for possible civil penalties or demolition
• Public hearing on 1502 4th Street for possible civil penalties or demolition
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2023 regular meeting
• Abatements report to be presented

Airport Board

The Brownwood Regional Airport Board will review manager reports regarding terminal rehabilitation and operations. The board is also scheduled to vote on allowing a 60x60 hangar construction by Joe King and approving new hangar lease agreements.

• Approval of 60x60 hangar construction for Joe King
• Approval of new Hangar Lease Agreements
• Terminal Rehab Project update
• Financial and operations report review

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four variance requests for carport construction. Each request seeks relief from standard setback requirements on residential properties.

• VAR 09-23: 2406 1st Street — 5 ft. variance into 6 ft. side yard setback for carport with gutter
• VAR 10-23: 3503 1st Street — 22 ft. variance into 25 ft. front yard setback for carport
• VAR 11-23: 2103 14th Street — 20 ft. variance into 25 ft. front yard setback for carport
• VAR 12-23: 2702 Hunters Run — 6 ft. variance into 6 ft. side yard setback for carport with gutter

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 12, 2023, to consider several items including a property tax rate increase, a police union contract, and a cemetery subsidy. Key decisions involve adopting a tax rate of $0.6659 per $100 valuation (a 3.79% increase), approving a three-year Meet and Confer Agreement with the Brownwood Municipal Police Association, and allocating funds for Greenleaf Cemetery.

• Consider ordinance on second/third reading levying ad valorem taxes at $0.6659 per $100, a 3.79% increase
• Consider approving Meet and Confer Agreement with Brownwood Municipal Police Association for 2023-2026
• Consider Greenleaf Cemetery subsidy of $10,000 for air conditioning and $5,333 in street signs/rehab
• Consider awarding $61,607 HVAC maintenance contract to Heart of Texas Mechanical
• Consider ordinance adopting 2021 International Building Codes and 2020 National Electric Code

The council unanimously approved the 2023 ad valorem tax rate of $0.66590 per $100 valuation, a 5.35% increase. It also approved the three‑year police Meet and Confer agreement, a two‑year solid waste contract with Waste Connections Lone Star, the Brownwood Municipal Development District 2023‑24 budget, and a $61,607 HVAC maintenance contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2023 property tax rate of $0.66590 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
• Approved three‑year Meet and Confer Agreement with BMPA (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign two‑year solid waste contract with Waste Connections Lone Star (unanimous)
• Approved Brownwood Municipal Development District 2023/2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $61,607 two‑year HVAC maintenance contract with Heart of Texas Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts dated through September 8, 2023 for payment (unanimous)
• Approved items on the consent agenda as presented (unanimous)

Civil Service

The City of Brownwood negotiating team and the Municipal Police Association negotiating team will meet to discuss contract terms. The meeting includes consideration for the approval of a Meet and Confer Agreement.

• Approval of May 31, 2023, minutes
• Consideration of the Meet and Confer Agreement

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider four variance requests related to carport construction. Each request seeks relief from standard setback requirements on residential properties. The board may deliberate and vote on each item.

• VAR 09-23: 2406 1st Street – variance of 5 ft. into 6 ft. side yard setback for a carport with gutter system
• VAR 10-23: 3503 1st Street – variance of 22 ft. into 25 ft. front yard setback for a carport
• VAR 11-23: 2103 14th Street – variance of 20 ft. into 25 ft. front yard setback for a carport
• VAR 12-23: 2702 Hunters Run – variance of 6 ft. into 6 ft. side yard setback for a carport with gutter system

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving the final plat for the 2nd Replat of Shoppes of Pecan Bayou, a 2.091-acre property at 420 E. Commerce, to divide it into two lots for individual sale. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, withdrawal of items, and approval of minutes from the June 1, 2023 meeting.

• Final plat approval for 2nd Replat of Shoppes of Pecan Bayou, 420 E. Commerce, 2 lots on 2.091 acres

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider several ordinances on first reading, including setting fees, rentals, licenses, and permits for FY 23/24, as well as water, sewer, and sanitation charges. They will also consider levying ad valorem taxes for Tax Year 2023 at a rate of $.6659 per $100 value, a 3.79% increase in total tax revenues, and adopt the FY 23/24 budget on second and third/final reading.

• Ordinance on first reading setting fees, rentals, licenses, and permits for FY 23/24
• Ordinance on first reading setting water, sewer, and sanitation charges, fees, rates, and deposits for FY 23/24
• Ordinance on first reading levying ad valorem taxes for Tax Year 2023 at $.6659 per $100 value (3.79% revenue increase)
• Ordinance on second and third/final reading adopting the FY 23/24 budget

City Council approved the FY 23/24 budget and set the 2023 property tax rate. The council also passed first readings for ordinances updating city service fees and utility rates for water, sewer, and sanitation.

• Adopted FY 23/24 budget of $42,334,148 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 property tax rate of $.6659 per $100 value (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for FY 23/24 fees, rentals, licenses, and permits (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for FY 23/24 water, sewer, and sanitation rates (Unanimous)
• Increased water consumption rate from $2.76 to $2.85 per 100 cubic feet
• Increased sewer rate from $3.62 to $3.91 per 100 cubic feet
• Increased sanitation rate by 5% (average residential from $23.40 to $24.57)
• Increased landfill gate rate for non-residents from $46 to $49

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2023/24 budget and a proposed 3.79% increase in total tax revenues with a tax rate of $.6659 per $100 value. Following the hearings, the Council may set dates for formal adoption of the budget and tax rate ordinances. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023/24 budget
• Public hearing on proposed tax rate of $.6659 per $100 value, increasing total tax revenues by 3.79%
• Possible setting of adoption dates for budget ordinance (first reading Aug 29, second/third Sep 5)
• Possible setting of adoption dates for tax rate ordinance (first reading Sep 5, second/third Sep 12)

City Council held public hearings on the proposed FY 2023/24 budget and tax rate. The Council scheduled the formal adoption of the budget ordinance for August 29 and September 5. No action was taken on the proposed tax rate during this meeting.

• Scheduled first reading of budget ordinance for August 29, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. (Unanimous)
• Scheduled second and third/final reading of budget ordinance for September 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. (Unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2023/24 budget and a 3.79% increase in total tax revenues via a proposed tax rate of $0.6659 per $100 value. After the hearings, the Council may adopt the budget on first reading and will announce dates for formal adoption of the tax rate ordinance.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023/24 budget
• Proposed tax rate of $0.6659 per $100 value, increasing total tax revenues by 3.79%
• Council may adopt budget ordinance on first reading after public hearing
• Tax rate ordinance adoption scheduled for September 5 and September 12, 2023

The City Council approved the budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 on first reading and ratified the vote. The Council also scheduled the first, second, and third readings for the 2023 tax rate ordinance.

• Approved FY 2023/2024 budget ordinance on first reading (Unanimous)
• Ratified vote for FY 2023/2024 budget ordinance (Unanimous)
• Scheduled tax rate ordinance first reading for September 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. (Unanimous)
• Scheduled tax rate ordinance second and third/final readings for September 12, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. (Unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to close and abandon an undeveloped alley for Howard Payne University, along with a Chapter 380 agreement for intramural facility expansion. The council will also consider adopting new building codes, a negotiated Atmos rate settlement, and several other items including an audit report and parking lot purchases.

• Public hearing on closing 20' x 202' alley in McClelland Addition Block 11, 12, west of E. Lipscomb Street between Center Ave and Clark Street
• Chapter 380 agreement with Howard Payne University for intramural facilities expansion
• Ratify purchase of two parking lots from Downtown Brownwood, Inc. for $55,440 plus $10,000 repairs
• Adopt 2021 International Codes and 2020 National Electric Code on first reading
• Approve negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee and Atmos Energy for 2023 rate review

The City Council approved the closure of an alley for Howard Payne University's intramural facilities and ratified the purchase of two downtown parking lots. The Council also accepted the 2022 annual audit report and scheduled public hearings for the FY 2023/2024 budget and tax rate.

• Approved first reading of ordinance to close and abandon developed alley for Howard Payne University (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Chapter 380 Agreement to donate alley to Howard Payne University (2-0, 2 abstentions)
• Accepted audit report for year ending September 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for FY 2023/2024 tax rate and budget for August 29, 2023 (unanimous)
• Ratified purchase of two parking lots from Downtown Brownwood, Inc. for $55,440 plus $10,000 for repairs (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts through August 18, 2023 (unanimous)

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to review the condition of four properties and decide whether to impose or adjust civil penalties or order abatement, including demolition. The properties are at 3706 Hwy. 377 S, 1409 Ave. A, 3602 Durham Ave., and 200 Riverside Park Dr. The commission will also determine the property owners' intent regarding the properties.

• Hearing on 3706 Hwy. 377 S
• Hearing on 1409 Ave. A
• Hearing on 3602 Durham Ave.
• Hearing on 200 Riverside Park Dr.
• Possible civil penalties or demolition orders

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will meet to consider abatement actions on four properties, potentially increasing civil penalties or ordering demolition. The agenda includes a public hearing to assess property owner intent and progress on these cases.

• Public hearing on 3706 Hwy. 377 S
• Public hearing on 1409 Ave. A
• Public hearing on 3602 Durham Ave.
• Public hearing on 200 Riverside Park Dr.
• Reports on abatements

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider an ordinance to rescind the juvenile curfew in the Code of Ordinances. Additionally, the council may authorize a $22,043.88 budget amendment from reserves for a Brown County Sheriff's Office invoice.

• Budget amendment of $22,043.88 for Brown County Sheriff's Office invoice
• Ordinance to rescind and repeal Chapter 42, Article III, Juvenile Curfew
• Airport LED Taxiway project report
• Budgetary Control Report for the quarter ended 6/30/23
• Investment Report for the quarter ended 6/30/23

The City Council voted to rescind the juvenile curfew ordinance to comply with Texas House Bill 1819. Council also approved a budget amendment to pay a delayed utility invoice for the Joint Law Enforcement Center.

• Approved ordinance on first reading to repeal juvenile curfew (unanimous)
• Authorized $22,043.88 budget amendment from reserves for Brown County Sheriff's Office invoice (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts dated through August 4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 18 and July 20, 2023 meetings (unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the proposed FY 2023/2024 budget. They will receive the no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates if available, and may take a record vote on the proposed tax rate if certified rolls and rates are available.

• Discussion of FY 2023/2024 Proposed Budget
• Receive no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates
• Possible record vote on proposed tax rate

The City Council formally proposed a new property tax rate. Members also reviewed proposed budget cuts to reduce growth to approximately 7% and discussed various community subsidy amounts and Event Center funding.

• Proposed tax rate of .67080 per $100 valuation (5-0)

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will conduct a hearing to investigate the circumstances of the property located at 3706 Hwy 377 S. The commission will determine owner intent and decide on civil penalties or abatement methods, which may include demolition.

• Hearing regarding property at 3706 Hwy 377 S
• Potential assessment of civil penalties or demolition orders

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will hold a regular called meeting on July 20, 2023. Key items include a report on the fuel purchasing process, a closed executive session to discuss the possible purchase of property near the Event Center Complex, and a vote on ratifying the mayoral reappointment of Lisa Dick to the Center for Life Resources Board of Trustees.

• Report on fuel purchasing process
• Executive session to discuss possible purchase of property near Event Center Complex
• Consider ratification of Lisa Dick's reappointment to Center for Life Resources Board of Trustees (Sept 2023–Aug 2025)

The City Council approved the purchase of real property and ratified a board appointment. Council also received a report regarding the city's fuel purchasing process and potential future bidding options.

• Authorized City Manager or Mayor to purchase property at 200 Carnegie for up to $132,500 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2023, meeting (Unanimous)
• Ratified Mayoral reappointment of Lisa Dick to the Center for Life Resources Board of Trustees for term Sept 1, 2023, to Aug 31, 2025 (Unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023/2024. They will also receive the no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates, and may take a record vote on the tax rate if certified rates are available.

• Discussion regarding FY 2023/2024 Proposed Budget
• Council to receive no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates if available
• Council to take record vote on proposed tax rate if certified rolls and tax rates are available

The City Council reviewed a proposed 2023-2024 budget of $42,910,552, which represents an 8.34% increase over the previous year. No final votes were taken on the budget, tax rates, or utility increases; the council recessed to continue discussions on July 20.

• Tabled final budget approval to seek cuts to reduce growth to 7.5%
• Tabled decision on tax rate pending certified tax rolls from Brown County Appraisal District
• Tabled utility rate increases for water, sewer, and sanitation
• Tabled landfill rate adjustments
• Tabled EMS contract finalization

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine items like minutes and financial reports, and may take action on a proposed increase in member contributions to the pension plan, as presented through the Meet and Confer Committee. The board will also discuss future agenda items and the possibility of a special meeting to receive member election results.

• Consideration of financial and reconciliation reports
• Action on contribution increase requested of pension plan members
• Discussion of possible future agenda items
• Discussion of calling a special meeting for member election results

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with one public hearing. The board will consider a variance request for a carport at 1602 Borden Street, seeking a 6-foot reduction into the required 6-foot side yard setback. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the June 13, 2023 minutes.

• Public hearing on variance VAR 08-23 for 1602 Borden Street: 6 ft. variance into 6 ft. side yard setback for a carport
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023 regular meeting

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a property at 1602 Borden Street. The applicant seeks a 6-foot variance into the required 6-foot side yard setback to build a carport.

• Public hearing for variance VAR 08-23 at 1602 Borden Street
• Request for 6-foot variance into side yard setback for a carport

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will consider awarding an agriculture lease bid at the airport, budget amendments for tree trimming at Greenleaf Cemetery ($9,000) and a new HVAC system at Corine T. Smith Animal Shelter ($25,400), and resolutions regarding a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant for Riverside Park and denying Oncor's rate increase application. The meeting also includes a possible executive session on purchasing property near the Event Center Complex.

• Consider awarding a bid for the Agriculture Lease at the Airport
• Budget amendment of $9,000 to Greenleaf Cemetery for tree trimming
• Budget amendment of $25,400 to Corine T. Smith Animal Shelter for a new HVAC system
• Resolution for Texas Parks and Wildlife Non-Urban Outdoor Grant for Riverside Park project
• Resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to increase distribution rates

The City Council passed a resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to increase distribution rates. The council also approved several budget amendments for local facilities and a grant application for Riverside Park.

• Denied Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to increase distribution rates (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Non-Urban Outdoor Grant for Riverside Park (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,400 budget amendment for Corine T. Smith Animal Shelter HVAC system (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,000 budget amendment for Greenleaf Cemetery tree trimming (Unanimous)
• Awarded 66-acre airport agricultural lease to Rodney Woodard for $664.65 (Unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts dated through July 7, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a second and third/final reading on an ordinance to rezone 15.08 acres from single-family to two-family residential. The council will also consider a bid for the Coggin Park walking trail, authorize a contract with the Health and Human Services Commission for the Senior Citizens Center, and ratify two Building Improvement Incentive Grants.

• Second and third/final reading of ordinance to rezone 15.08 acres between Mustang Drive and Sam Houston Drive from R-1 to R-2
• Consider awarding a bid for the Coggin Park walking trail
• Authorize agreement with Health and Human Services Commission for Senior Citizens Center
• Authorize use of reserve funds for chairs and exterior signage at Senior Citizens Center
• Ratification of two Building Improvement Incentive Grants by Brownwood Municipal Development District

Council awarded a $139,325 contract for the Coggin Park walking trail and ratified two building improvement grants totaling $35,000. The council also approved a zoning change for 15.08 acres to allow two-family residential use. Additionally, funds were authorized for Senior Citizens Center equipment and signage.

• Awarded Coggin Park walking trail bid to Ribble Concrete for $139,325 (unanimous)
• Ratified $25,000 BHP grant to Tabat Properties, Ltd. for 302 N. Main Street (unanimous)
• Ratified $10,000 BHP grant to Scott Morelock for 207 N. Fisk (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for 15.08 acres from R-1 Single Family to R-2 Two Family Residential (unanimous)
• Authorized use of reserve funds (est. $9,200) for Senior Citizens Center chairs and signage (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign Health and Human Services Commission agreement for Senior Citizens Center (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts through June 23, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to assess civil penalties or order abatement, including possible demolition, for four properties. The properties are at 200 Riverside Park Dr., 1409 Ave. A, 401 5th St., and 3602 Durham Ave.

• 200 Riverside Park Dr.
• 1409 Ave. A
• 401 5th St.
• 3602 Durham Ave.

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will hold public hearings to consider civil penalties or other abatement actions, including possible demolition, for properties at 200 Riverside Park Dr., 1409 Ave. A, and 3602 Durham Ave. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a report on abatements.

• Public hearings on 200 Riverside Park Dr., 1409 Ave. A, 3602 Durham Ave for possible penalties or demolition
• Item to be withdrawn: 401 5th Street
• Approval of minutes from April 20 and May 18, 2023 meetings
• Report on abatements

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. The board will consider allowing a carport to encroach 24 feet into the 25-foot front yard setback at 2406 Durham Ave, and a garage extension to encroach 4 feet into the 6-foot side yard setback at 1911 Austin Ave. The meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2023, at City Hall Council Chambers.

• Variance request (VAR 06-23) for 2406 Durham Ave: 24 ft. variance into 25 ft. front yard setback for a carport
• Variance request (VAR 07-23) for 1911 Austin Ave: 4 ft. variance into 6 ft. side yard setback to extend an existing garage

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests: one for a carport at 2406 Durham Avenue and another to extend a garage at 1911 Austin Avenue. The board may deliberate and act on these items.

• VAR 06-23: Variance of 24 ft. into 25 ft. front yard setback for carport at 2406 Durham Avenue
• VAR 07-23: Variance of 4 ft. into 6 ft. side yard setback to extend garage at 1911 Austin Avenue

City Council Agenda

The City Council will canvass the June 10 special election results and swear in a new Ward 4 councilmember. A public hearing and first reading will consider rezoning 15.08 acres from single-family to two-family residential. The council will also vote on selling four city properties to Common Grounds Coffeehouse, LLC, and awarding a parks grant administration contract.

• Canvass June 10 special election results and administer oath to new Ward 4 councilmember
• Public hearing on rezoning 15.08 acres between Mustang Drive, Sam Houston Drive, Horseshoe Trail, and Longhorn Lane from R-1 to R-2
• Consider sale and Chapter 380 agreement with Common Grounds Coffeehouse, LLC for 807 Main, 809 Main, 809 Booker, and 810 Booker
• Award administration contract to Public Management, Inc. for Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Parks Grant
• Consent agenda includes establishing Clark Street as two-way, 25 mph, no parking, right-turn-only at Austin Avenue

The City Council certified the June 10 special election results and seated Draco A. Miller as the Ward 4 Councilmember. Council also approved a zoning change to allow high-end duplexes on 15.08 acres and authorized a grant application for Riverside Park improvements.

• Approved Ordinance No. 23-05 canvassing June 10 Special Election results (Draco A. Miller elected)
• Elected Councilmember Willey as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change from R-1 Single Family to R-2 Two Family Residential for 15.08 acres (unanimous)
• Approved resolution donating 80 boxes of surplus 3mm syringes to local educational institutions (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,000 contract with Public Management, Inc. for a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant application (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts through June 9, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-04 establishing traffic and parking rules on Clark Street (unanimous)

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will meet to consider minutes, financial and reconciliation reports, and receive an update on restoring adequate contribution arrangements from the Pension Review Board. The board may also elect new officers.

• Consider financial and reconciliation reports
• Receive update on restoring adequate contribution arrangement from Pension Review Board
• Consider electing new officers of the board

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving the final plat of 401 E. Commerce, a 2.397-acre parcel, to replat it into two lots for future sale. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 6 and April 20, 2023.

• Consider approval of Final Plat for 401 E. Commerce (BCAD #20052460), replatting 2.397 acres into 2 lots
• Approval of minutes from Regular Called Meeting on April 6, 2023
• Approval of minutes from Special Called Meeting on April 20, 2023

Civil Service

The City of Brownwood Negotiating Team and the Municipal Police Association Negotiating Team will meet to discuss terms for a new agreement. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 17, 2023.

• Discussion of new Agreement and terms

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider ratifying a $12,500 Building Improvement Incentive Program grant to WT Legacy Ventures for 208 E. Anderson, and vote on an ordinance establishing new traffic patterns on Clark Street including a two-way street, speed limit, no parking, and a right-turn-only at Austin Avenue. They will also discuss amending facility use agreements and adopt resolutions on civil rights policies and a TxDOT grant application.

• Ratify $12,500 Building Improvement Incentive Program grant to WT Legacy Ventures for 208 E. Anderson
• First reading of ordinance for Clark Street: two-way, 25 mph, no parking both sides, right turn only at Austin Avenue
• Resolution on civil rights policies for CDBG project
• Resolution supporting TxDOT 2023 Transportation Alternatives Set-aside application
• Executive session to discuss meet and confer agreements with police and firefighter associations

Council approved a first-reading ordinance to convert a section of Clark Street to two-way traffic with a reduced speed limit. The body also ratified a $12,500 building grant and approved resolutions for water/sewer and sidewalk grant projects.

• Approved first reading of ordinance to make Clark Street (Austin Ave to W. Depot St) a two-way street with 25 mph limit, no parking, and right turn only at Austin Ave (Unanimous)
• Ratified $12,500 Building Improvement Incentive Program grant to WT Legacy Ventures, LLC for 208 E. Anderson (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolution regarding civil rights policies for a $350,000 CDBG project to replace water and sewer lines in Valley-San Jacinto neighborhood (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting TxDOT grant application for approximately 10,000 feet of sidewalks to Riverside Park (Unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts through May 19, 2023 (Unanimous)

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to determine property owner intent and assess civil penalties or order abatement, including possible demolition, for properties at 1409 Ave A and 3602 Durham Ave.

• Public hearing on 1409 Ave A
• Public hearing on 3602 Durham Ave
• Possible assessment of civil penalties or demolition orders

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will meet to consider abatement actions, including possible demolition, for two properties. The commission may hold public hearings to assess penalties or order other abatement methods for the properties at 1409 Ave. A and 3602 Durham Ave.

• Public hearing on property at 1409 Ave. A
• Public hearing on property at 3602 Durham Ave
• Possible civil penalties or demolition orders
• Approval of April 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on abatements

Airport Board

The Brownwood Regional Airport Board will meet to receive a financial report from the manager. The board is also scheduled to consider the approval of proposed rates.

• Review of financial report
• Approval of proposed rates

Civil Service

The City of Brownwood Negotiating Team and the Municipal Police Association Negotiating Team are meeting to review presented issues and possible solutions. The teams will address fiscal impacts and prepare for a presentation to the City Council on May 23.

• Review of issues presented by BMP A and the City
• Discussion of possible solutions and fiscal impacts
• Preparation of draft proposal for review on May 31

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports, discuss the first-quarter 2023 investment performance with Morgan Stanley, and consider approving studies on restoring adequate contribution arrangements. The board may also elect a new chairman.

• Consider financial and reconciliation reports
• Receive presentation from Morgan Stanley on Q1 2023 portfolio performance and possible rebalancing
• Consider approval of studies by Rudd & Wisdom on restoring adequate contribution arrangement
• Consider electing a new chairman of the board

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will consider approving opioid settlement funds for police Bola Wrap devices and authorizing bids for the Coggin Park Walking Trail reconstruction. The meeting also includes administering oaths of office for newly elected councilmembers and routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• Consider approving funding from Opioid Settlement funds to purchase nine Bola Wrap devices for the Police Department
• Consider authorizing City Staff to seek competitive sealed bids for the reconstruction of the Coggin Park Walking Trail
• Administer Oath of Office to Councilmembers for Wards 2, 3, and 5

City Council approved the purchase of nine Bola Wrap devices for the Police Department using Opioid Settlement funds. The Council also authorized staff to seek bids for reconstructing the Coggin Park Walking Trail. Additionally, the body approved previous meeting minutes and claims and accounts.

• Approved $15,138.92 for nine Bola Wrap devices using Opioid Settlement funds (unanimous)
• Authorized City Staff to seek competitive sealed bids for Coggin Park Walking Trail reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 25, May 2, and May 4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts dated through May 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Administered Oath of Office to Councilmembers for Wards 2, 3, and 5

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on May 9, 2023, to consider three variance requests for carport construction. Each request seeks relief from setback requirements at residential properties.

• VAR 03-23: 1720 Southgate Dr – variance of 15 ft. into 25 ft. front yard setback for carport
• VAR 04-23: 1203 14th St – variance of 3 ft. into 3 ft. side alley setback to replace existing carport
• VAR 05-23: 2615 Hillsboro Ave – variance of 6.5 ft. into 7.5 ft. side yard setback for carport with gutter system

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on three variance requests related to carport construction. The items involve setback reductions at 1720 Southgate Dr, 1203 14th St, and 2615 Hillsboro Ave.

• VAR 03-23: 1720 Southgate Dr – variance of 15 ft into 25 ft front yard setback for carport
• VAR 04-23: 1203 14th St – variance of 3 ft into 3 ft side alley setback to replace carport
• VAR 05-23: 2615 Hillsboro Ave – variance of 6.5 ft into 7.5 ft side yard setback for carport with gutter system

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the upcoming budget, including revenue and expenditure factors, capital projects, infrastructure, and economic development. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Pre-budget workshop covering revenue, expenditures, capital projects, infrastructure, and economic development

The May 4, 2023 special called meeting of the Brownwood City Council was canceled because all items had been covered in the May 2, 2023 meeting. No decisions, approvals, or discussions occurred.

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is meeting for a workshop session to discuss the upcoming budget, including current projects, revenue and expenditures, capital projects, infrastructure, and economic development. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Pre-budget workshop covering revenue and expenditure factors
• Discussion of capital projects and infrastructure
• Economic development considerations

The City Council held a special called meeting for a pre-budget workshop, discussing revenue projections, expenses, and capital projects. No formal votes were taken; the council provided input on sales tax projections, water rates, property tax, fees, and wages, with a directive to keep total budget growth at 5%.

• Set sales tax projection at five-year average, not exceeding 5% over 22/23 actual
• Directed water sales projection based on three-year consumption average from 2011-2014
• Instructed staff to consider slight property tax rate decrease or keep same rate
• Supported converting utility billing to one-month billing cycle
• Expressed support for Phase II wage increases within 5% budget growth
• Favored funding $2.3M Event Center from reserves, keeping days in reserves above 100
• Requested $500,000 for parks improvements in 23/24 budget
• Directed community subsidies to remain same without one-time project funds

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider a $22,500 Building Improvement Incentive Program grant for a property at 305 W. Commerce, and a resolution to use the design-build method for a new health department building at 305 Booker. Other items include a special election agreement, surplus equipment sale, and possible property purchase at 702 Milton Avenue.

• Consider ratification of a $22,500 BIIP grant to Brownwood Commerce, LLC for 305 W. Commerce
• Consider resolution to use design-build procurement for new health department building at 305 Booker
• Consider election agreement with Brown County for June 10, 2023 special election
• Consider declaring a 2015 John Deere 700K dozer as surplus and authorizing sale
• Possible purchase of property at 702 Milton Avenue from Milton Avenue Baptist Church

City Council authorized the purchase of property at 702 Milton Avenue and approved a design-build procurement method for the new health department building. The council also approved a grant for a local restaurant renovation and funds for a new track mower.

• Authorized purchase of property at 702 Milton Avenue from Milton Avenue Baptist Church (unanimous)
• Approved design-build procurement for new health department building at 305 Booker (unanimous)
• Ratified $22,500 BIIP grant to Brownwood Commerce, LLC for 305 W. Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 transfer from Code Enforcement Penalty fund to purchase Altoz Track Mower (unanimous)
• Approved election agreement with Brown County Elections Office for June 10 Special Election (unanimous)
• Authorized re-credentialing contract with Superior Health Plan (unanimous)
• Declared 2015 John Deere 700K dozer as surplus property for sale (unanimous)
• Approved claims and accounts through April 21, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Brownwood Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special called hearing to consider a request to rezone a 15.08-acre undeveloped subdivision from R-1 Single Family Residential to R-2 Two Family Residential. The property is located between Mustang Drive – Sam Houston Drive and Horseshoe Trail – Longhorn Lane. The commission may deliberate and act on this item.

• Rezoning of Abstract 576, Survey 278, Blocks 18, 19, Kerr County School Land (15.08 acres) from R-1 to R-2
• Property located between Mustang Drive – Sam Houston Drive and Horseshoe Trail – Longhorn Lane

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will meet to consider code enforcement actions on two properties. The commission may hold public hearings to assess civil penalties or order abatement, including demolition, for properties at 3706 Hwy 377 S and 607 Poplar St. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting and a report on abatements.

• Public hearing on 3706 Hwy 377 S for possible penalties or demolition
• Public hearing on 607 Poplar St for possible penalties or demolition
• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2023 regular meeting
• Report on abatements

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to consider code violations on two properties: 3706 HWY 377 S and 607 Poplar St. The commission may assess or adjust civil penalties, order abatement, or order demolition. This is a quasi-judicial hearing to determine the property owners' intent and compliance.

• Hearing on 3706 HWY 377 S for possible code violations
• Hearing on 607 Poplar St for possible code violations
• Possible civil penalties or abatement orders, including demolition

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with action items including approving minutes, financial reports, and swearing in a new citizen board member. The board may also discuss and take action on a response to the Pension Review Board Funding Restoration Plan triggered by the 2021 Actuarial Valuation, potentially with city leadership via conference call.

• Consider minutes for previous meeting
• Consider financial and reconciliation reports
• Swear in newly elected citizen board member Chad Sauceda
• Discuss response to Pension Review Board Funding Restoration Plan from 2021 Actuarial Valuation

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will consider an ordinance on second and third/final reading to repeal the ordinance that created the Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board. They will also consider authorizing a change order for construction at the Senior Citizens Center. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, pledge, citizen presentations, and approval of minutes.

• Consider ordinance to repeal Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board
• Authorize change order for Senior Citizens Center construction
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2022 regular meeting

City Council approved several administrative items via a consent agenda, including the repeal of the Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board. The Council also authorized the city to seek design bids for the renovation of 305 Booker for the Brownwood-Brown County Health Department.

• Approved minutes from March 28, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts through April 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including repeal of Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved $23,014 change order for Senior Citizens Center construction
• Authorized City Manager to sign $103,507 Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant agreement
• Authorized City Manager to sign $732,882 Public Health Infrastructure Grant agreement
• Authorized city to seek design bids for renovation of 305 Booker (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone a 15.08-acre undeveloped subdivision from R-1 Single Family Residential to R-2 Two Family Residential. The property is located between Mustang Drive, Sam Houston Drive, Horseshoe Trail, and Longhorn Lane.

• Public hearing on rezoning Abstract 576, Survey 278, Blocks 18, 19, Kerr County School Land (15.08 acres) from R-1 to R-2
• Property location: between Mustang Drive – Sam Houston Drive and Horseshoe Trail – Longhorn Lane

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone 15.08 acres from R-1 Single Family Residential to R-2 Two Family Residential. The undeveloped subdivision is located between Mustang Drive, Sam Houston Drive, Horseshoe Trail, and Longhorn Lane. After the hearing, the Commission may recommend the request to the City Council.

• Rezoning of Abstract 576, Survey 278, Blocks 18, 19, Kerr County School Land (15.08 acres) from R-1 to R-2
• Property located between Mustang Drive, Sam Houston Drive, Horseshoe Trail, and Longhorn Lane
• Public hearing for resident input on the zoning change

City Council Agenda

The City Council will hold a workshop with BSW Architects to discuss the Bennie Houston Center facility and possible future uses and community needs for recreation and meeting space. No action will be taken at this special called meeting.

• Workshop with BSW Architects regarding Bennie Houston Center facility
• Discussion of possible future uses and community needs for recreation and meeting space
• No action to be taken

The City Council met with BSW Architects to discuss potential uses and budgeting for the Bennie Houston Center. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several items, including moving a monument, approving a grant, repealing an advisory board, and entering a bridge rehabilitation agreement. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen presentations.

• Consider approving relocation of 36th Infantry Division Monument from Brownwood Coliseum to Central Veterans Memorial
• Ratify BIIP grant of $22,500 to Sandy & Robert Snyder for building at 1064 W. Commerce
• Ordinance on first reading to repeal ordinance creating Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board
• Resolution to enter agreement with TxDOT to rehabilitate bridge at Morris Sheppard Dr. and South Fork Willis Creek
• Executive session to discuss Industrial District Agreements

City Council approved an agreement with TxDOT to rehabilitate the bridge at Morris Sheppard Drive and South Fork Willis Creek. The Council also voted to repeal the ordinance creating the Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board and approved a $22,500 business grant.

• Approved moving 36th Infantry Division Monument to Central Veterans Memorial (unanimous)
• Ratified $22,500 Building Improvement Incentive Program grant to Sandy and Robert Snyder (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to repeal Martin & Frances Lehnis Transportation Museum Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to enter agreement with TxDOT to rehabilitate bridge at Morris Sheppard Drive and South Fork Willis Creek (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Claims and Accounts through March 24, 2023 (unanimous)

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to review the property at 1405 3rd Street, determine the owner's intent, and decide on civil penalties or other abatement actions, including possible demolition. This is a single-property enforcement matter, not a general policy discussion.

• Public hearing on property at 1405 3rd Street
• Possible assessment of civil penalties
• Possible order for demolition or other abatement

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine items such as minutes and financial reports, receive a portfolio performance presentation from Morgan Stanley, possibly elect a new Citizen Board Member, approve conference expenses, and set a workshop date. The agenda includes both action and discussion items.

• Morgan Stanley presentation on 4th Quarter 2022 portfolio performance and possible rebalancing
• Review of candidates and possible election of a Citizen Board Member
• Possible approval of expenses for trustees to attend TEXPERS Conference in Austin, April 2-5
• Possible setting of a workshop date to discuss response to 2021 Actuarial Valuation

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is meeting for a regular session with a mostly procedural agenda, including the call to order, pledge, citizen presentations, and approval of minutes. The only substantive action item is a request to authorize the City Manager to sign a $5,000 agreement with the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) to build local Medical Reserve Corps capacity through September 29, 2023.

• Consider authorizing City Manager to sign NACCHO agreement for $5,000 to build Medical Reserve Corps capacity through Sept. 29, 2023
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Called Meeting on February 28, 2022
• Citizen presentations limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Claims and accounts review

City Council ordered a special election for June 10, 2023, to fill the Ward 4 seat vacated by Councilman Draco Miller. The Council also approved two health grants, an opioid settlement opt-in, and the purchase of a new office for the Brown County Appraisal District.

• Approved special election for Ward 4 Councilmember on June 10, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 National Council on Aging grant for vaccines (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 NACCHO grant for Medical Reserve Corps (Unanimous)
• Approved opt-in for opioid settlements with Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart for $157,966 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Brown County Appraisal District to purchase and renovate office at 3804 Highway 377 South (Approved; McMillian abstained)
• Appointed Tom Byrd, MD as Health Authority (Unanimous)
• Ratified Mayoral appointments to Brownwood Housing Authority and Brown County Appraisal District boards (Unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes and claims through March 10, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council Agenda

The Brownwood City Council is holding a special called meeting with a single agenda item: discussion regarding the Downtown Master Plan. No formal action or decision is listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion regarding the Downtown Master Plan

City Council met for a discussion regarding the Downtown Master Plan led by the Freese & Nichols team. The session focused on the project schedule, public engagement strategies, and potential areas for downtown improvement. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to review a property at 1415 Durham Avenue, determine the owner's intent, and decide whether to assess, increase, or decrease civil penalties or order abatement, including possible demolition. The meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2023, at 4 pm in the Council Chambers.

• Public hearing on property at 1415 Durham Avenue
• Possible civil penalties or abatement, including demolition
• Meeting at 501 Center Avenue, Council Chambers

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests: one for a storage building at 1910 12th Street and another for a carport at 914 Crothers Street. The board may deliberate and act on these items, along with approving minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing for variance (VAR 01-23) at 1910 12th Street: 4 ft. variance into 5 ft. side yard setback for storage building with gutters
• Public hearing for variance (VAR 02-23) at 914 Crothers Street: 14 ft. variance into 15 ft. side street setback for carport
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2022 and January 10, 2023 meetings

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two variance requests. One seeks a 4-foot variance into a 5-foot side yard setback for a storage building, and the other requests a 14-foot variance into a 15-foot side street setback for two carports. The board will decide whether to grant these exceptions.

• VAR 01-23: 1910 12th St — 4 ft variance into 5 ft side yard setback for storage building with gutters
• VAR 02-23: 914 Crothers St — 14 ft variance into 15 ft side street setback for two carports

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine items like minutes and financial reports, receive a Morgan Stanley presentation on 4th quarter 2022 portfolio performance, and possibly approve expenses for trustees to attend a conference. They may also hear from candidates for a Citizen Board Member vacancy and discuss a workshop on the 2021 actuarial valuation.

• Morgan Stanley 4th Quarter 2022 performance portfolio review and possible rebalancing
• Candidate presentations for Citizen Board Member vacancy
• Approval of expenses for TEXPERS Conference in Austin, April 2-5
• Discussion of workshop dates for response to 2021 Actuarial Valuation

Building & Standards Commission

The Building & Standards Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, hear reports on abatements, and conduct public hearings on two properties. The hearings will determine property owner intent and may assess civil penalties or order abatement methods, including demolition, for 2507 Temple Ave. and 3302 Austin Ave.

• Public hearing on 2507 Temple Ave. for possible civil penalties or demolition
• Public hearing on 3302 Austin Ave. for possible civil penalties or demolition
• Approval of minutes from Nov. 17, 2022 and Dec. 15, 2022 meetings
• Report on abatements

Fireman's Relief Fund

The Brownwood Fireman's Relief Fund Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and financial reports. The board will also receive election results for a trustee seat, hear an actuarial presentation, discuss a vacant citizen board seat, and consider issuing an RFP for a consultant.

• Trustee election results for seat held by Matt Campbell; three-year term expiring Dec 31, 2025
• Presentation on Actuarial Assumption Rates from Dec 31, 2021 Actuarial Valuation by Mark Fenlaw of Rudd and Wisdom
• Discussion of candidates for vacant Citizen Board Member seat
• Discussion of current consultant status and possible RFP

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing to consider properties at 2507 Temple Ave and 3302 Austin Ave. The commission will determine the property owner's intent and may assess or adjust civil penalties or order abatement, including demolition.

• Hearing on 2507 Temple Ave
• Hearing on 3302 Austin Ave
• Possible civil penalties or abatement orders

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider two variance requests. The board may deliberate and act on these items, which are the only substantive matters on the agenda.

• VAR 01-23: 1910 12th Street – variance of 4 ft. into 5 ft. side yard setback for storage building with gutters
• VAR 02-23: 914 Crothers Street – variance of 14 ft. into 15 ft. side street setback for carport

Zoning Board

The Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. One request seeks a 4-foot variance into the 5-foot side yard setback for a storage building at 1910 12th St, and the other seeks a 14-foot variance into the 15-foot side street setback for two carports at 914 Crothers St.

• Public hearing for variance (VAR 01-23) at 1910 12th St: 4 ft variance into 5 ft side yard setback for storage building with gutters
• Public hearing for variance (VAR 02-23) at 914 Crothers St: 14 ft variance into 15 ft side street setback for two carports
• Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 501 Center Ave, 4:00 pm on January 10, 2023