Canyon public meetings in 2022

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will consider a petition by N&B Properties, Inc. to voluntarily annex a 200.02-acre tract in Randall County for the proposed Mayra Park residential and light commercial development, along with adopting Resolution No. 28-2022 to set public hearing dates. The commission will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, consider submitting a FY 2022 FEMA SAFER grant, and review the Planning and Development annual report and the 2022 Canyon Downtown Plan. The agenda includes an executive session for personnel and board appointments.

• Voluntary annexation of 200.02 acres for Mayra Park development (N&B Properties, Inc.)
• Rezoning 1810 3rd Avenue from SF-S to MF (multi-family)
• Rezoning 1700 23rd St from SF-A to RC-2 (commercial)
• Consider FY 2022 FEMA SAFER grant application
• Adoption of 2022 Canyon Downtown Plan

The City Commission approved two rezoning ordinances for residential and commercial use and adopted the 2022 Canyon Downtown Plan. The Commission also accepted a voluntary annexation petition for the Myra Park Development and approved a grant application for nine firefighters.

• Approved petition for voluntary annexation of Myra Park Development (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 28-2022 to set public hearings for annexation (unanimous)
• Approved application for FY 2022 FEMA SAFER Grant for 9 full-time firefighters (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1166 rezoning 1810 3rd Ave to Multi-Family Attached Residential (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1167 rezoning 1700 23rd St to RC-2 Commercial District (unanimous)
• Adopted the 2022 Canyon Downtown Plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, elect a chair and vice-chair, discuss re-appointments and new appointments, hear a parks department report, and set 2023 meeting dates. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Election of committee chair and vice-chair
• Discussion of re-appointments and new appointments to the committee
• Parks Department report by Parks Director Brian Noel
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of 2023 meeting dates in May and October

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider adopting the final project plan for the Downtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1, which would fund infrastructure improvements using future tax revenue. They will also consider accepting a grant for the Canyon Aqua Park and recognize police officers for lifesaving actions. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Adoption of Canyon Downtown TIRZ #1 Final Project Plan
• Chapman Forestry Foundation Grant acceptance and Aqua Park 2022 season update
• Lifesaving Awards to Corporal Garrett Banes and Patrol Officer Jabril Hill
• Introduction of Planning and Development Director Lucas Raley
• Executive session on personnel and board appointments

The City Commission approved the final project plan for the Canyon Downtown TIRZ #1. The board also accepted a $2,500 forestry grant and reappointed members to the Board of City Development and Canyon Housing Authority Board.

• Adopted Canyon Downtown TIRZ #1 Final Project Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 grant from Chapman Forestry Foundation for trees (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Report for The CAP 2022 Season (unanimous)
• Reappointed Lyndon Harrison and George Nester to the Board of City Development (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kent Bridenstine, Gerry Nickell, Medina Ortiz, and Connie Hopson to the Canyon Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two rezoning requests: 1700 23rd St from single-family agricultural to commercial for a church, and 1810 3rd Ave from single-family suburban to multi-family for two duplexes. They will also consider the Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix and a draft Downtown Master Plan.

• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 1700 23rd St from SF-A to RC-2 for Hillside Christian Church worship center
• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 1810 3rd Ave from SF-S to MF for demolition of home and construction of two duplexes
• Consideration of Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix and Annual Report with status updates on 8 recommendations
• Consideration of draft Canyon Downtown Master Plan

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will hold its second and final reading of Resolution No. 25-2022, approving $100,000 in CEDC funding for 806 Fit, LLC's business expansion. They will also consider continuing free water for the Canyon Community Garden, supporting a FEMA grant for new firefighter breathing apparatus, and setting parade parking limits for December 3, 2022. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a strategic plan update.

• Resolution No. 25-2022: $100,000 project funding for 806 Fit, LLC (second/final reading)
• Request to continue free water donation for Canyon Community Garden (between 1st/2nd Ave and 18th/19th St)
• Resolution No. 26-2022: Support FEMA AFG grant for SCBA equipment ($332,724.41 quote) for Fire Department
• Resolution No. 27-2022: Parking restrictions during December 3, 2022 parade
• Presentation of 2022 Strategic Plan third quarter update

The City Commission approved a project funding agreement for 806 FIT, LLC and authorized a FEMA grant application for fire department equipment. The board also approved continued water donations for the community garden and parking restrictions for a December parade.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-2022 for $100,000 project funding for 806 FIT, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved continued donation of water to the Canyon Community Garden for two years (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26-2022 to pursue a FEMA AFG Grant for fire department breathing apparatus (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 27-2022 limiting parking for the December 3, 2022 parade (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Set meeting dates for November 21, December 5, January 9, and February 13 (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will meet to consider several agenda items, including a resolution approving $100,000 in funding from the Canyon Economic Development Corporation to 806 Fit, LLC for business expansion, an update on the Comprehensive Plan implementation, and purchases of a vacuum excavator and sewer pump motor. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Resolution No. 25-2022: Approve $100,000 project funding agreement between 806 Fit, LLC and Canyon EDC for business expansion
• Consider Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix and Annual Report (informational)
• Purchase of a vacuum excavator
• Purchase of a sewer pump assembly motor
• Executive session on attorney consultation, personnel (EDC Director), and board appointments

The City Commission approved the purchase of a vacuum excavator for $60,000 and a sewer pump motor for $55,937, both funded from the Capital Equipment Fund. A resolution for EDC funding of $100,000 for 806 Fit, LLC received first reading only; no action was taken. The Comprehensive Plan update was informational only. The Commission also reappointed CEDC board members.

• Approved purchase of vacuum excavator for $60,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of sewer pump motor for $55,937 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Robyn Cranmer, Gary Hinders, Jim Bryan to CEDC board; appointed Andy Hicks (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1164 rezoning Spring Canyon Unit No. 3 from SF-A to SF-E, and approved the plat for the 63.37-acre, 60-lot development. The Commission also adopted Ordinance No. 1165 designating the Trails at Buffalo Hill as a public park, and extended City Manager Joe Price's contract to October 2024 with a salary increase to $165,000.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1164 rezoning Spring Canyon Unit No. 3 to SF-E (unanimous)
• Approved plat for Spring Canyon Unit No. 3, a 63.37-acre, 60-lot development (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1165 designating Trails at Buffalo Hill as a public park (unanimous)
• Approved August 31, 2022 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved August 31, 2022 Investment Report (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-2022 adopting Debt Management Policy (unanimous)
• Extended City Manager Joe Price's contract to October 2024, salary raised to $165,000 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a zoning change and a new plat for Spring Canyon Unit No. 3. The proposal involves rezoning the land from Single-Family Agricultural Residential to Single-Family Estate Residential.

• Rezoning of Spring Canyon Unit No. 3 from SF-A to SF-E
• Plat consideration for a 64.37-acre, 60 lot development at Spring Canyon Unit No. 3
• Proposed use of On-Site Sewage Facilities (septic systems) for all lots in Spring Canyon Unit No. 3

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will meet to consider several items including a playground construction recommendation, a rezoning for Canyon East Unit No. 10, a development agreement for Canyon West Estates, and recommendations from the Board of City Development for the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the rezoning ordinance and an executive session for legal, real property, economic development, and personnel matters.

• Kylie Hiner Playground construction recommendation
• Resolution No. 24-2022 approving variance for #1 Dandridge Property in Spring Canyon Subdivision
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 1157 rezoning Canyon East Unit No. 10
• Development agreement with N&B Properties, Inc. for Canyon West Estates
• Resolution No. 22-2022 authorizing grant application for bullet-resistant shields for police

The City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 1157 rezoning Canyon East Unit No. 10 (3-1) and approved the accompanying plat unanimously. They also authorized construction bidding for the fully funded Kylie Hiner Playground, approved a development agreement for Canyon West Estates (653 residential lots), and approved the 2023 Board of City Development budget of $236,600.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1157 rezoning Canyon East Unit No. 10 (3-1)
• Approved plat for Canyon East Unit No. 10 (unanimous)
• Authorized moving Kylie Hiner Playground to bidding (unanimous)
• Approved Planned Development Agreement for Canyon West Estates (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 BCD budget of $236,600 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-2022 for WTAMU Homecoming Parade road closure (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-2022 for bullet-resistant shield grant (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 72 golf cars for $528,988.40 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss rezoning Canyon East Unit No. 10 from agricultural residential to retail, duplex, and estate residential districts. The body will also consider a plat for the 15.63-acre, 24-lot development.

• Public hearing on rezoning Canyon East Unit No. 10 from SF-A to RC-1 (Retail), 2F (Duplex Attached), and SF-E (Single-Family Estate)
• Consideration of a plat for Canyon East Unit No. 10 (15.63 acres, 24 lots)
• Rezoning request submitted by Venture Southland Development LLC

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission adopted the FY 2022-2023 tax rate of $0.400160 per $100 valuation (4-1), approved a negotiated Atmos Energy rate settlement, denied a Southwestern Public Service surcharge, and authorized an RFQ for an infrastructure study (3-2). It also approved a variance for the #1 Dandridge property and a plat for Country Acres Unit No. 1.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1162 setting tax rate at $0.400160 per $100 (4-1)
• Approved variance reducing easement at #1 Dandridge from 40' to 30' (unanimous)
• Approved plat for Country Acres Unit No. 1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1163 approving Atmos Energy rate settlement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-2022 denying SPS surcharge (unanimous)
• Authorized RFQ for infrastructure study (3-2)
• Amended Brandt Engineers contract to Hi-Plains Civil Engineering, 2-year term (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve the July 11, 2022 minutes and consider a plat for Country Acres Unit No. 1. This subdivision is located within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction of the City of Canyon.

• Plat for Country Acres Unit No. 1

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will hold a public hearing and consider final action on the proposed FY 2022-2023 operating budget, which includes a 3% COLA, 3% merit, and half of the proposed certification pay for employees. The Commission will also consider second readings of resolutions for economic development funding, a new utility billing payment system, and an ordinance amending the city's fee schedule.

• Public hearing and final action on FY 2022-2023 operating budget
• Resolution No. 17-2022: $204,000 funding for HTeaO job creation incentives
• Resolution No. 18-2022: $12,500 for Canyon Main Street mural project
• Agreement with Paymentus for remote electronic utility bill payment
• Ordinance No. 1160 amending Chapter 37 Master Schedule of Charges and Fees

The City Commission adopted the FY 2022-2023 operating budget (Ordinance 1161) on final reading, 3-1, and ratified it with an increase in property tax revenue, also 3-1. The commission also unanimously approved the Master Schedule of Charges and Fees (Ordinance 1160), a $204,000 funding agreement with HTeaO, a $12,500 mural project agreement, and a Paymentus electronic payment contract. No action was taken after executive session.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 operating budget (Ordinance 1161) on final reading (3-1)
• Ratified budget with property tax revenue increase (3-1)
• Adopted Master Schedule of Charges and Fees (Ordinance 1160) unanimously
• Approved $204,000 funding agreement with C Mad Tea Co. LLC dba HTeaO (unanimous)
• Approved $12,500 mural project funding agreement with Canyon Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Paymentus remote electronic payment solution agreement (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will formally receive the proposed FY 2022-2023 operating budget and set a public hearing for August 1, 2022. They will also set a proposed maximum tax rate of $0.40016 per $100 valuation and schedule a public hearing for August 15, 2022. Additionally, the commission will discuss a development funding report from Freese & Nichols and consider authorizing the city manager to issue a request for qualifications for infrastructure review.

• Proposed FY 2022-2023 operating budget: $25,112,827 in revenues and expenditures
• Proposed tax rate: $0.37350 M&O and $0.02666 I&S, combined $0.40016 per $100 valuation
• Public hearings set for August 1 and August 15, 2022
• Consider authorizing RFQ for infrastructure systems review and funding options
• Executive session for legal consultation and real property deliberations

The City Commission received the proposed FY 2022-2023 operating budget and placed it on the August 1, 2022 agenda for a public hearing and final action, including a 3% COLA, 3% merit increase, and half of the proposed certification pay plan. A motion to include full certification pay failed on a tie vote, and a motion without certification pay failed for lack of a second. The Commission also set a public hearing for August 15, 2022 on a proposed combined tax rate of $0.40016 per $100 valuation.

• Received FY 2022-2023 budget and set public hearing for Aug 1, 2022, with 3% COLA, 3% merit, and half certification pay (3-1, Lyons against)
• Motion to include full certification pay failed on tie vote
• Motion to exclude certification pay failed for lack of second
• Set public hearing for Aug 15, 2022 on proposed tax rate of $0.40016/$100 valuation (3-1, Lyons against)
• Approved minutes of July 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred Item 6 (infrastructure RFQ) to future meeting

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a budget work session, a funding agreement for HTeaO, a mural project, a hotel occupancy tax change, and a plat for Hackberry Creek. The agenda also includes a proposed certification pay policy and a remote utility billing payment solution.

• Resolution No. 19-2022: funding for Bridge Children's Advocacy Center
• Resolution No. 17-2022: HTeaO project funding agreement with CEDC
• Resolution No. 18-2022: mural project funding agreement with Canyon Main Street
• Ordinance No. 1158: hotel occupancy tax in extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Ordinance No. 1159: TIRZ #1 Downtown Canyon amendments

The City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 1158 to collect hotel occupancy tax within the extraterritorial jurisdiction, and Ordinance No. 1159 to update the Downtown TIRZ #1 after Randall County joined. It also approved the Hackberry Creek Unit No. 1 plat, a 20.05-acre, 6-lot subdivision in the ETJ, and adopted Resolution No. 19-2022 to remit child safety fees to the Bridge Children's Advocacy Center. The commission tabled a proposed RFQ for infrastructure review and appointed three members to the Board of City Development.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1158 extending hotel occupancy tax to ETJ (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1159 amending TIRZ #1 after Randall County joined (unanimous)
• Approved plat for Hackberry Creek Unit No. 1, 20.05-acre, 6-lot subdivision in ETJ (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 19-2022 remitting child safety fees to Bridge Children's Advocacy Center (unanimous)
• Tabled RFQ for infrastructure review (4-1, Lyons against)
• Appointed Lynden Harrison, Lindsay Mayhew, Matthew Wright to Board of City Development (unanimous)
• Reappointed City Attorney Chuck Hester for one year with 3% merit/COLA (unanimous)
• Submitted City Manager Joe Price for TML Health Board of Trustees election

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a plat for the Hackberry Creek Unit No. 1 subdivision within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding rezoning requests for the Canyon East Unit No. 10 property.

• Plat for Hackberry Creek Unit No. 1, a 20.05 acre, 6 lot development
• Rezoning of Canyon East Unit No. 10 from SF-A to RC-1, 2F, and SF-E districts

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will hold a work session on the Capital Improvement Plan budget and consider several resolutions, including declaring an area slum/blighted, applying for a Texas Community Development Block Grant for downtown revitalization, authorizing design services for a police station and City Hall renovations, and applying for hazard mitigation funds for water and wastewater generators. The agenda also includes a quarterly strategic plan update and a proposed agreement for remote utility bill payments.

• Resolution No. 14-2022: Declaring an area slum/blighted
• Resolution No. 15-2022: TxCDBG application for Downtown Revitalization Program
• Authorization for AE letter with Sims + Architects for police station and City Hall renovations
• Proposed agreement for remote electronic payment solution for utility billing
• Resolution No. 16-2022: TDEM hazard mitigation grant application for generators

The City Commission unanimously approved two resolutions (No. 14-2022 and No. 15-2022) to qualify for a Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) for downtown revitalization, including classifying an alley as a slum/blighted area. They also approved a resolution (No. 16-2022) to apply for a Hazard Mitigation Grant to install generators at water facilities, with a city match not exceeding $90,000. A proposed agreement for a remote utility payment solution was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 14-2022 declaring alley a slum/blighted area (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 15-2022 authorizing TxCDBG grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 16-2022 for TDEM hazard mitigation grant application (unanimous)
• Tabled remote utility payment solution agreement

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 6, 2022, to consider final approval of two economic development funding agreements, approve early purchase of a solid waste truck and three patrol cars, and set July 4th parade restrictions. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, financial reports, and a proclamation for the Lady Eagles track team.

• Final reading of Resolution 09-2022: $39,425 funding for GLUTECLUB Canyon at 3406 4th Avenue
• Final reading of Resolution 10-2022: $17,500 for Canyon Main Street 20th anniversary marketing
• Early purchase of new solid waste truck for FY 2024
• FY 2023 budget commitment for three marked patrol cars
• Resolutions limiting parking and granting Chamber exclusive rights for July 4th celebration

The City Commission approved several resolutions and purchases, including $39,425 in economic development funding for Gluteclub Canyon, a new business at 3406 4th Avenue. They also approved $17,500 for Canyon Main Street's 20th anniversary marketing, early purchase of a solid waste truck (~$270,000), and commitment for three patrol cars ($160,891.50–$185,000). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 09-2022: $39,425 project funding for Gluteclub Canyon (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 10-2022: $17,500 for Canyon Main Street 20th anniversary marketing (unanimous)
• Approved early purchase of solid waste truck for FY 2024 at ~$270,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized commitment to purchase three patrol cars for FY 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 11-2022: parking restrictions for July 4 parade (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 12-2022: Chamber of Commerce management rights for July 4 celebration (unanimous)
• Approved March 31, 2022 financial and investment reports (unanimous)
• Approved lease for Municipal Court offices at 1317 4th Ave, $1,200/month (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold first readings on two economic development funding resolutions, conduct a public hearing on a rezoning, and consider plats and a property purchase. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal, real property, economic development, and personnel matters.

• First reading of Resolution 09-2022: $39,425 funding agreement with Gluteclub Canyon, LLC for job creation incentives
• First reading of Resolution 10-2022: funding agreement with Canyon Main Street for 20th year marketing
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 1156 rezoning Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1
• Consider plats for Canyon Lofts Unit 1 and Stone Creek Unit No. 1
• Consider property purchase agreement for land where East Canyon Water Tower resides

The City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1156, rezoning Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1 to a Planned Development District for a 3-story, 72-unit apartment building. The commission also approved the plat for Canyon Lofts, conditional on approval of public infrastructure plans, and approved the plat for Stone Creek Unit No. 1, a 43.48-acre development with 16 lots in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Additionally, the commission approved a $40,000 property purchase from WTAMU for the East Canyon Water Tower site. Two resolutions for economic development funding were presented for first reading only, with no action taken.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1156 rezoning Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1 to Planned Development District (unanimous)
• Approved plat for Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1, conditional on approval of public infrastructure construction plans (unanimous)
• Approved plat for Stone Creek Unit No. 1, a 43.48-acre development with 16 lots (unanimous)
• Approved property purchase agreement with WTAMU for $40,000 plus closing costs for East Canyon Water Tower property (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 2, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• First reading of Resolution No. 09-2022 for $39,425 funding to GLUTECLUB Canyon (no action)
• First reading of Resolution No. 10-2022 for $17,500 funding to Canyon Main Street (no action)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss rezoning the Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1 subdivision from single-family agricultural to a planned development district. The body will also consider plats for Canyon Lofts and the Stone Creek Unit No. 1 subdivision.

• Public hearing on rezoning Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1 from SF-A to PD for a 3-story, 72-unit apartment building
• Consideration of a plat for Canyon Lofts Unit No. 1
• Consideration of a plat for Stone Creek Unit No. 1, a 43.84 acre, 16 lot development in the extraterritorial jurisdiction

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review the estimated 2022-2023 taxable valuation of $1.025 billion and consider several resolutions regarding downtown improvements. The meeting includes a final reading for funding the Independence Day celebration and discussions on interlocal agreements for grant applications.

• Second and final reading of Resolution No. 05-2022 to provide up to $11,500 to the Canyon Chamber of Commerce for the Annual Independence Day Celebration
• Discussion of FY 2022-2023 taxable valuation estimate of $1,025,000,000, a 13.64% increase over 2021
• Resolution No. 07-2022 regarding an interlocal agreement with Panhandle Regional Planning Commission for a $500,000 TXCDBG Downtown Revitalization Program grant application
• Resolution No. 08-2022 regarding engineering service proposals for the downtown revitalization program
• Consideration of a Cost Share Agreement and Annexation Agreement for Gerald Development

The City Commission approved funding for the annual Independence Day celebration and took initial steps toward a $500,000 downtown revitalization grant. They also approved an annexation and cost share agreement for the Gerald Development. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.

• Approved Resolution 05-2022: $11,500 to Canyon Chamber of Commerce for July 4th event (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 07-2022: Interlocal agreement with PRPC for TXCDBG Downtown Revitalization grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 08-2022: Selected Brandt Engineers for downtown revitalization engineering services (4-1, Lyons opposed)
• Adopted Annexation and Cost Share Agreement for Gerald Development (unanimous, Hinders abstained)
• Approved minutes of April 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a first reading of Resolution No. 05-2022 regarding funding for the Annual Independence Day Celebration. The commission will also consider amending the city's investment policy.

• First reading of Resolution No. 05-2022: $11,500 in funding from CEDC to Canyon Chamber of Commerce
• Review of City of Canyon Investment Policy via Resolution No. 06-2022
• Introduction of new Canyon Area Library Director Carlene Rittenberry

The City Commission unanimously adopted Resolution No. 06-2022, updating the City's investment policy as required by state law, adding Hilltop Securities to the authorized broker/dealer list. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 4 meeting. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.

• Approved minutes of April 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 06-2022 updating investment policy (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review a resolution to accept a Texas A&M Forest Service grant for fire department protective equipment. The meeting also includes discussions on designating the Brown Road Sports Complex as a public park and reviewing zoning ordinance updates.

• Resolution No. 04-2022: Accepting a House Bill 2604 Grant for fire department personal protective equipment
• Ordinance No. 1155: Designating the Brown Road Sports Complex as a Public Park
• Presentation on Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance updates
• Authorization for signing grant documents
• Review of Annexation Agreement and Cost Share Agreement for Gerald Development

The City Commission unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1154, renewing the Xcel Energy franchise for 20 years and increasing the franchise fee to the maximum 5% of gross receipts. The commission also approved a grant for fire department equipment, designated the Brown Road Sports Complex as a public park, and authorized signing grant documents for the Kylie Hiner playground. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1154 renewing Xcel Energy franchise for 20 years, raising fee to 5% (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 04-2022 accepting HB 2604 grant for fire department PPE (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1155 designating Brown Road Sports Complex as public park (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor and City Manager to sign grant contract for Kylie Hiner playground (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will consider selecting an architect for a new police station and City Hall renovations, review bids for a micro-surfacing project, and take a second vote on renewing Xcel Energy's franchise agreement. They will also hear reports on the city's ISO fire rating, financial and investment reports, and a plat for Hunter Estates Unit No. 2.

• Recommendation of architect for proposed police station construction and City Hall renovations
• Bids for 2022 micro-surfacing project
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1154 renewing Xcel Energy franchise agreement
• Plat for Hunter Estates Unit No. 2 subdivision in extraterritorial jurisdiction
• January 31, 2022 financial and investment reports

The City Commission unanimously authorized the City Manager to negotiate a contract with Sims+ Architects, the top-ranked firm, for architectural services related to the proposed police station construction and city hall renovation. The Commission also approved a $317,300 bid from Intermountain Slurry Seal, Inc. for the 2022 micro-surfacing project, and approved the Hunter Estates Unit No. 2 plat. Several financial reports and budget adjustments were approved, while the Xcel Energy franchise ordinance received its second reading with no action.

• Approved minutes of March 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved January 31, 2022 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved January 31, 2022 Investment Report (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate contract with Sims+ Architects for police station/city hall design (unanimous)
• Awarded $317,300 micro-surfacing bid to Intermountain Slurry Seal, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Hunter Estates Unit No. 2 plat (unanimous, Mayor Hinders abstaining)
• Approved BCD budget adjustments including $5,000 for PFFMA convention and $1,500-$2,000 for billboard repairs (unanimous, Commissioner Ward abstaining)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1154 (Xcel Energy franchise renewal) - no action

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a plat for Hunter Estates Unit No. 2, located within the City of Canyon's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The proposed project involves residential development on a 163.15-acre tract of land.

• Plat for Hunter Estates Unit No. 2 subdivision
• Development agreement requiring a 5% fee for public infrastructure construction

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider several financial audits for the City of Canyon and the Economic Development Corporation. The agenda also includes discussions on parks equipment leases, staff additions, and an Xcel Energy franchise agreement renewal.

• Audit of Canyon Economic Development Corporation financial statements (FY ended Sept 30, 2021)
• Audit of City of Canyon financial statements (FY ended Sept 30, 2021)
• Appointment of auditor for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022
• Lease agreement for Parks and Recreation maintenance equipment
• First reading of Ordinance No. 1154 to renew Xcel Energy Franchise Agreement

The City Commission approved a $229,257.96 lease for parks maintenance equipment, adopted an ordinance annexing Canyon East Unit 10, and accepted clean audits for the city and its economic development corporation. They also appointed Doshier, Pickens & Francis as auditor for FY 2021-2022 and held the first reading of an Xcel Energy franchise renewal.

• Approved $229,257.96 lease for parks maintenance equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1151 annexing Canyon East Unit 10 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 audit for Canyon Economic Development Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 audit for City of Canyon (unanimous)
• Appointed Doshier, Pickens & Francis as auditor for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1153 deleting City RV Park ordinance (unanimous)
• Held first reading of Ordinance No. 1154 for Xcel Energy franchise renewal (no action)

Board of City Development

The Board of City Development will meet via Zoom to select a board chair and review funding requests. The board will also act on minutes from previous meetings in 2020 and 2021.

• Funding request from The Panhandle Firemen’s and Fire Marshall Association
• Funding request for Texas Hotel and Lodging Association
• CEDC/Mainstreet request for billboard on I-27
• Selection of BCD Chair

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will conduct two public hearings regarding the annexation of territory for Canyon East Unit No. 10. The body will also consider budget amendments, grant applications for police and court hardware, and the purchase of an animal control truck.

• First and second public hearings on Ordinance No. 1151 for Canyon East Unit No. 10 annexation
• Resolution No. 02-2022: Grant application for police crash data retrieval hardware and software
• Resolution No. 03-2022: Grant application for municipal court hardware, software, and enhancements
• Ordinance No. 1152: Amendment to the city budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021
• Authorization to purchase a budgeted truck for Animal Control

The City Commission unanimously approved extending City Manager Joe Price's contract to October 2023 and raising his annual salary from $145,000 to $155,000. The Commission also approved the 2021 Police Department Annual and Racial Profiling Reports, adopted the final City Strategic Plan, and approved the Capital Improvement Program project list. Two resolutions were adopted to apply for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants for police crash data retrieval hardware and for Municipal Court hardware, software, and enhancements. The Commission also authorized the purchase of a new Animal Control vehicle for $69,256.20 and approved an ordinance amending the FY 2020-2021 budget to record ARPA funds.

• Approved minutes of January 10, 2022 meeting as presented.
• Held two public hearings on Ordinance No. 1151 to annex Canyon East Unit No. 10; no action taken (first reading only).
• Approved the Canyon Police Department 2021 Annual Report and 2021 Racial Profiling Report.
• Adopted Resolution No. 02-2022 authorizing a grant application for crash data retrieval hardware/software for the Police Department.
• Adopted Resolution No. 03-2022 authorizing a grant application for hardware, software, and court enhancements for Municipal Court.
• Adopted the final City of Canyon Strategic Plan and associated documents.
• Adopted the listing of projects for the Canyon Capital Improvement Program.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1152 amending the FY 2020-2021 Operating Budget to record ARPA funds.

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss expanding the full-time fire department and applying for a SAFER grant to fund 6 firefighters for three years. The body will also consider funding agreements for local businesses and a development agreement for the Canyon Lofts.

• Proposal to apply for SAFER Grant funding for up to 6 full-time firefighters
• Final reading of Resolution No. 40-2021 for Mickey’s Place at 1512 5th Avenue
• Final reading of Resolution No. 41-2021 for Buffs at 2201 4th Avenue
• Proposed annexation of property for Kuhlman and Sons, LP
• RFQ for architectural services for a new Police Department and City Hall renovations

The City Commission unanimously authorized staff to apply for a SAFER Grant to fund six full-time firefighters for three years, with the city prepared to assume payroll costs afterward. The commission also approved resolutions for economic development agreements with two businesses, set an annexation calendar for Canyon East Unit No. 10, approved 2022 golf course rate increases, authorized an RFQ for a new police department and City Hall renovations, and adopted a development agreement for the Canyon Lofts housing project. All decisions were unanimous except for one abstention on the Map Food resolution.

• Authorized SAFER Grant application for 6 full-time firefighters (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 40-2021 for Mickey's Place funding agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 41-2021 for Map Food funding agreement (unanimous, Mayor abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. 01-2022 setting annexation calendar for Canyon East Unit No. 10 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Palo Duro Creek green fees and permit rates (unanimous)
• Authorized release of RFQ for police department and City Hall renovations (unanimous)
• Adopted Planned Development Agreement for Canyon Lofts (unanimous)
• Reappointed Commissioner Randy Ray to Fire Department Pension Board (unanimous)