Canyon public meetings in 2024

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will consider approving prior meeting minutes and financial reports, then enter executive session to discuss economic development projects, legal consultation, and real property matters. Following executive session, the board may take action on those items.

• Consider and take action on minutes from November 14, 2024
• Consider and take action on November 2024 financials
• Executive session under Texas Government Code §551.087 (economic development projects), §551.071 (attorney consultation), §551.072 (real property deliberation)
• Potential action on items discussed in executive session

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider approving Resolution No. 33-2024, authorizing the publication of notice of intent to issue up to $10.2 million in certificates of obligation for water and sewer system improvements. Debt service would be funded through water and sewer rate increases. The Commission also will vote on Ordinance No. 1218 to remove a 4.05-acre parcel owned by TIMELINE, INC. from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, and discuss public safety facility improvements and a potential bond election.

• Resolution No. 33-2024 – authorize publication of notice to issue up to $10.2M in certificates of obligation for water and sewer projects (Spring Canyon Lift Station #8, 4th Street ground storage tank, etc.)
• Ordinance No. 1218 – remove a 4.05-acre tract owned by TIMELINE, INC. from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Discussion on public safety facility improvements and a possible bond election
• Work session on long-term financial policy and issuance of certificates of obligation (3:00–4:30 pm)
• Executive session to discuss board appointments (Canyon Housing Authority, Planning and Zoning Commission, etc.)

The City Commission adopted Resolution No. 33-2024 to publish notice of intent to issue up to $10.2 million in certificates of obligation for water and sewer projects, funded partly by sewer rate increases. They also authorized staff to proceed with a May 2025 bond election for $14 million in public safety facility improvements, pending voter approval. Additionally, the commission approved removing a parcel from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction and made several board reappointments.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1218 removing one parcel from ETJ (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 33-2024 for $10.2M CO issuance (4-1, Lyons against)
• Authorized steps toward $14M GO bond election for May 2025 (unanimous)
• Reappointed five members to Mainstreet Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed two members to TIRZ Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed one and appointed one to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed two members to Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Reappointed one member to Construction Advisory and Appeals Board (unanimous)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will conduct a work session to review information and recommendations for a possible facility bond election in May 2025. Staff will present data on facility costs, potential tax rates, and a public information campaign.

• Facility Bond Election Work Session discussing bond scenarios from $10 million to $15 million
• Review of estimated I&S tax rates ranging from 0.06257 to 0.09448
• Discussion of estimated average monthly homestead payments between $14 and $22

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss updates to the Unattended Child Policy and Reading Challenge rules. Members will also vote on the 2025 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary and review the Library of Things Policy.

• Review and approval of Library of Things Policy
• Updates to Unattended Child Policy and Reading Challenge Rules
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for 2025
• Discussion of Beanstack App
• Filling of one city member and one rural member vacancy

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a work session on facility bonds, then consider public safety facility improvements and a possible bond election. Other items include a FEMA grant for a new fire engine, amendments to water fees, and a presentation on the downtown revitalization CDBG project. The meeting also includes resolutions on parade parking restrictions and a median maintenance agreement.

• Discussion on public safety facility improvements and possible bond election (Item 8)
• Consider FEMA AFG grant for purchase of a fire engine for the Canyon Fire Department (Item 11)
• Ordinance amending master fee schedule to add minimal water charges for residential, commercial, and education accounts with 8-inch water meters (Item 12)
• Resolution approving conveyance and maintenance agreement for medians in Spring Canyon Subdivision (Item 10)
• Presentation on Section 3 goals for the Texas Community Development Block Grant Downtown Revitalization Project CDM23-0450 (Item 7)

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will convene to approve prior meeting minutes and October financials, receive presentations on CEDC policies and city confidentiality procedures, and hear public comments. The board will then enter executive session under Texas law to discuss economic development projects, legal consultation, and real property, followed by potential action on those items.

• Consider and approve minutes from October 10, 2024
• Consider and approve October 2024 financials
• Presentation on CEDC Policy and Procedures by Board President Robyn Cranmer
• Presentation on Confidentiality Procedures and city update by City Manager Joe Price
• Executive session for economic development projects, attorney consultation, and real property discussion

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider several action items, including suspending the December 19, 2024 effective date of Atmos Energy's requested rate change to allow time for study and potential litigation. Commissioners will also vote on final approval of a $15,000 financial assistance agreement for a new Acai Bar restaurant, the formation of the Canyon Housing Program with an initial board, and a resolution to apply for a Texas Community Development Block Grant. The agenda includes a public hearing on the financial report and investment report, plus a purchase order for electric utility relocation for a downtown alley reconstruction project.

• Second and final reading of Resolution No. 26-2024 approving $15,000 in direct financial assistance to Acai Bar, LLC for equipment at 1519 4th Ave.
• Consideration of Resolution No. 28-2024 to suspend Atmos Energy's rate increase, hire Lloyd Gosselink attorneys, and intervene in rate proceedings.
• Formation of Canyon Housing Program, INC. and appointment of initial Board of Directors.
• Authorization of purchase order for electric utility relocation and improvements for the CDBG Downtown Alley Reconstruction Project.
• Submission of Texas Community Development Block Grant application to the Texas Department of Agriculture.

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider the first reading of a resolution for a direct financial assistance agreement with Acai Bar, LLC for a new business, hold a public hearing on water and wastewater impact fee land use assumptions, and discuss forming the Canyon Housing Program, Inc. with an initial board of directors. Other items include a proclamation for National Chiropractic Month and nominations to the Randall County Appraisal District board.

• First reading of Resolution No. 26-2024 for a Project Funding Agreement between Acai Bar, LLC and Canyon Economic Development Corporation for new business assistance
• Public hearing on setting water and wastewater impact fee land use assumptions and eligible capital improvement plans
• Consider formation of Canyon Housing Program, INC. and appoint initial board of directors
• Resolution No. 25-2024 for an interlocal agreement with PRPC for grant application preparation and administration of 2025/2026 TxCDBG funds
• Resolution No. 22-2024 for nominations to the Randall County Appraisal District board

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on a request from The Acai Bar, LLC for up to $15,000 in direct financial incentives for equipment purchases at a new restaurant at 1519 4th Ave. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the September 2024 meeting and review September 2024 financials. Following public comments, the board will enter executive session to discuss economic development projects, legal consultation, and real property matters, then take action on those discussions.

• Public hearing on $15,000 incentive request from The Acai Bar, LLC for restaurant equipment at 1519 4th Ave
• Consider and take action on minutes from September 12, 2024 meeting
• Consider and take action on September 2024 financial statements
• Executive session under Texas Government Code §551.087 (economic development), §551.071 (attorney consultation), and §551.072 (real property deliberation)
• Take action on items discussed in executive session

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold second reading and final vote on an economic development agreement providing up to $300,000 to Big Tex Burritos. They will also conduct public hearings on two rezoning ordinances (Crow Addition and 38th St) and a specific use permit for a vape/smoke shop. Other items include supporting a HUD Pro Housing grant application, declaring intent to reimburse expenditures with future debt, and making nominations to the Randall County Appraisal District board.

• Final approval of resolution providing up to $300,000 ($250,000 land purchase + up to $50,000 incentives) for Big Tex Burritos at 1410 US Hwy 60
• Public hearing and vote to rezone properties at 500, 502, 504, 506, 508 Palo Duro Dr and 500, 501, 503, 505, 507, 509 Dimple Dr (Crow Addition)
• Public hearing and vote to rezone property at 0 38th St
• Public hearing on specific use permit to operate a vape/smoke shop at 400 23rd St
• Resolution supporting application for a HUD Pro Housing grant

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider and take action on multiple agreements related to the Phantom Creek and Spring Canyon developments, including utility extensions, groundwater rights sales, and subdivision waivers. They will also hold a first reading of a resolution for direct financial assistance to Big Tex Burritos, consider bids for the Interstate 27 water main relocation project, and set a public hearing on water and wastewater impact fees.

• Phantom Creek Utility Extension Agreement, Annexation Services Agreement, and Subdivision Waiver Request
• Spring Canyon Supplemental Development Agreement, Utility Extension Agreement, and Participation Agreement for Unit 4 and PKWY Bridge
• Resolution No. 21-2024 calling for Oct. 15 public hearing on water/wastewater impact fee land use assumptions
• First reading of Resolution No. 20-2024 approving project funding agreement for Big Tex Burritos
• Bids received for Interstate 27 Water Main Relocation Project

The City Commission awarded a $1,106,500 contract to Scott Wampler Construction for the I-27 water main relocation and redundant water main project. The commission also approved multiple development agreements for Phantom Creek and Spring Canyon subdivisions, adopted resolutions on impact fees and utility surcharges, and accepted a hazard mitigation grant for water system generators.

• Awarded I-27 water main relocation base and alternate bids to Scott Wampler Construction, total $1,106,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Phantom Creek and Spring Canyon contingency, utility, groundwater, and easement agreements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-2024 calling Oct 15 public hearing on water/wastewater impact fees (3-1, Lyons opposed)
• Adopted Resolution 19-2024 denying Southwestern Public Service surcharge (unanimous)
• Accepted HMGP grant for pump station and well generators, city share $86,731.24 (unanimous)
• Approved 2-year tourism services agreement with Canyon Chamber of Commerce, $42,000/year (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of CAT backhoe for Water Department, $185,885 (unanimous)
• Approved 3% raise for City Attorney and Municipal Court Judge (unanimous)

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider a request from The Bald and The Bold, LLC (dba Big Tex Burritos) for a direct financial incentive not to exceed $50,000 to support a new restaurant at 1410 US Hwy 60. The board will also approve minutes from the August 2024 meeting and review August 2024 financials. Following public comment, the board may enter executive session to discuss economic development projects and real property, then take action on those items.

• Public hearing on $50,000 incentive for Big Tex Burritos new restaurant at 1410 US Hwy 60
• Consideration and action on August 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and action on August 2024 financials
• Executive session for economic development, legal consultation, and real property deliberation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will decide on rezoning two areas to duplex-attached residential, a potential change to menu-board sign regulations, subdivision waivers for Phantom Creek and Spring Canyon, and a specific use permit for a vape/smoke shop at 400 23rd St. Approval of the July minutes is also on the agenda.

• Rezone 11 lots in Crow Addition from SF-6 (Single-Family Urban) to 2F (Duplex Attached Residential)
• Rezone 0 38th St. from SF-6 to 2F
• Consider potential change to Sign Regulations related to Menu-Board Signs
• Subdivision Waiver for proposed Phantom Creek subdivision
• Specific Use Permit to operate a Vape/Smoke Shop at 400 23rd St.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a zoning change for 11 lots in the Crow Addition from SF-6 to 2F (Duplex Attached Residential), passing 4-2. They also unanimously recommended approval of a separate rezoning at 0 38th Street, approved menu board sign regulation changes, and approved two subdivision waivers for asphalt cul-de-sacs. A specific use permit for a vape/smoke shop at 400 23rd St. was approved unanimously.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 11 Crow Addition lots to 2F (4-2)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 0 38th St. to 2F (unanimous)
• Approved menu board sign regulation changes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision waiver for Phantom Creek to use asphalt cul-de-sacs (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision waiver for Spring Canyon to use asphalt cul-de-sacs (unanimous)
• Approved specific use permit for vape/smoke shop at 400 23rd St. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Infrastructure Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from consultant Freese and Nichols. The body will consider actions regarding land use assumptions and the Capital Recovery Fee Eligible Capital Improvement Plan.

• Presentation from project consultant Freese and Nichols
• Action on land use assumptions
• Action on the Capital Recovery Fee Eligible Capital Improvement Plan

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee approved the land use assumptions and capital improvements plan for the Water, Wastewater, and Roadway Capital Recovery Fee Program, as presented by consultant Freese and Nichols. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting with a correction. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes with attendance correction (unanimous)
• Approved Land Use Assumptions as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Improvements Plan (unanimous)

Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Parks Director's report. The body will review current and upcoming sports seasons and various park projects. The committee will also consider 2025 projects and initiatives.

• Review of baseball, soccer, and flag football seasons
• Canyon Aqua Park season update
• Pickleball Courts and New Dog Park updates
• Kylie Hiner Playground status
• Discussion of 2025 projects and initiatives

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider approval of a resolution authorizing installation of license plate reader cameras and an agreement with TxDOT. The board will also decide on creating a 501(c)(3) for the Canyon Housing Program and adopt budgets for the CEDC and City Development for FY 2024-2025. An election for the TMLIRP Board of Trustees and an executive session on economic development and personnel are also scheduled.

• Consider resolution for license plate reader cameras and TxDOT agreement (Item 10)
• Consider creation of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit for the Canyon Housing Program (Item 11)
• Consider adopting proposed CEDC budget for 2024-2025 (Item 7)
• Consider adopting FY 2024-2025 budget from Board of City Development (Item 8)
• Consider TMLIRP Board of Trustees election (Item 9)

The City Commission approved the 2024-2025 CEDC budget and the Board of City Development budget totaling $354,180, with specific funding allocations. It also adopted Resolution No. 18-2024 to install license plate reader cameras, with Commissioner Lyons voting against. The commission recommended forming a 501(c)(3) for the Canyon Housing Program and reappointed four members to the CEDC Board.

• Approved CEDC budget for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Board of City Development budget totaling $354,180 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 18-2024 for license plate reader cameras (4-1, Lyons opposed)
• Recommended forming 501(c)(3) for Canyon Housing Program (unanimous)
• Reappointed Cranmer, Hinders, Mayberry, Hicks to CEDC Board (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the Summer Reading Report and plan fall programming. Members will discuss policy updates regarding unattended minors and reading challenge rules. The board will also address expiring member terms in December 2024.

• Friends of the Library Flea Market on September 28, 2024
• Policy updates for unattended minors
• Reading challenge rules updates
• Beanstack App discussion
• Expiration of one city and one rural board member terms in December 2024

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider and take action on the proposed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, as well as approve minutes from July 11, 2024, and July 2024 financials. The board will also enter executive session to discuss economic development projects, attorney consultation, and real property. Public comments will be heard before the executive session.

• Consider and approve minutes of July 11, 2024 meeting
• Consider and approve July 2024 financials
• Consider and take action on proposed CEDC budget for 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Executive session under Texas Government Code for economic development projects and real property

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The Commission will discuss adopting the FY 2024-2025 operating budget and a new ad valorem tax rate. The proposed budget includes an increase in expenses and a corresponding increase in property tax revenue.

• Ordinance No. 1213: Adoption of FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget with total expenditures of $26,875,121
• Ordinance No. 1214: Proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.41011 per $100 valuation
• Proposed property tax revenue increase of $567,943
• Budget allocations for 3 new firefighter positions and unreimbursed School Resource Officer costs
• Recognition of Ernie Rojas for 41 years of service upon retirement

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a re-zoning request and potential changes to sign regulations. The body will determine if 11 lots should be changed from single-family to multi-family use.

• Request to re-zone 11 lots in Crow Addition from SF-6 (Single-Family Urban) to MF-2 (Multi-Family Two-Story)
• Potential change to Sign Regulations regarding Menu-Board Signs

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The commission will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 1213, the annual budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024. They will also vote on a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy regarding natural gas rates, purchase police vehicles, and review financial reports. The meeting includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Ordinance No. 1213 for FY 2024-2025 budget
• Consider purchase of Police Department vehicles
• Consider Resolution No. 17-2024 approving negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy for rate review
• Review June 30, 2024 financial and investment reports
• Executive session for attorney consultation and personnel matters

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider and take action on the proposed 2024 tax rate, including setting a public hearing. They will also vote on annexation of territory for Brown Construction Services, a zoning change at 6701 W Country Club Rd, and a specific use permit for a concrete batch plant serving the I-27 expansion. Other items include a contract for library roof replacement, adoption of a child-care facility property tax exemption, and denial of a West Texas Gas rate increase request.

• Proposed 2024 tax rate increase of $567,526 (13%) and setting a public hearing
• Annexation of territory (Brown Construction Services) via Ordinance No. 1209
• Zoning for 6701 W Country Club Rd (26 acres) via Ordinance No. 1211
• Public hearing and specific use permit for concrete batch plant at 6701 W Country Club Rd
• Adoption of child-care facility property tax exemption (Ordinance No. 1212)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a budget work session on the proposed 2024-2025 budget totaling $26.8 million. They will also consider annexing property for Brown Construction Services, rezoning 1906 3rd Avenue to Multi-Family 2, and awarding bids for a ground storage tank foundation and transmission line. A public hearing is scheduled for the rezoning.

• Budget work session for FY 2024-2025 ($26.8M total)
• Annexation of territory to the city (Brown Construction Services)
• Rezoning of 1906 3rd Avenue to Multi-Family 2 district
• Bids for Ground Storage Tank Foundation Construction and Transmission Line for PDCGC Irrigation Project
• Public hearing on rezoning ordinance (Ordinance No. 1210)

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will consider the minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting and review June 2024 financial statements. The board will also hold an executive session regarding economic development projects.

• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of June 2024 financials
• Executive session regarding economic development projects

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider re-zoning 1906 3rd Ave from single-family to multi-family. They will also discuss establishing industrial zoning for 6701 W Country Club Rd upon annexation. A permit for a concrete batch plant at that location is also under consideration.

• Re-zone 1906 3rd Ave from SF-6 to MF-2
• Establish industrial zoning for 6701 W Country Club Rd upon annexation
• Specific Use Permit for a concrete batch plant at 6701 W Country Club Rd

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City of Canyon Commission will conduct two public hearings regarding the annexation of territory by Brown Construction Services, PLLC. The meeting also includes consideration of a response to West Texas Gas Utility, LLC's rate increase application and modifications to the Wal-Mart building exterior.

• First and second public hearings on Ordinance No. 1209 for Brown Construction Services, PLLC annexation
• Resolution No. 15-2024 regarding West Texas Gas Utility, LLC rate increase application
• Consideration of modifications to the Wal-Mart building exterior

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The corporation will consider the May 09, 2024, meeting minutes and May 2024 financials. An executive session will be held regarding economic development projects.

• Review of May 09, 2024, meeting minutes
• Consideration of May 2024 financials
• Executive session regarding economic development projects

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss a proposed property annexation and modifications to the Wal-Mart building exterior. The commission will also consider an ordinance to amend the city's master schedule of charges and fees.

• Ordinance No. 1209 regarding the Master Schedule of Charges and Fees
• Proposed property annexation by Brown Construction Services, PLLC
• Modifications to the Wal-Mart Building Exterior
• Permit to keep livestock at 409 W. 6th Avenue

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider final readings for business incentives and Independence Day event resolutions. The agenda also includes a review of the 2023 police annual report and discussions regarding housing rehabilitation donor options. Additionally, officials will consider an ordinance for limited golf cart operations within city limits.

• Second reading of Resolution No. 09-2024 for Tireworks Tire Pros business incentives
• Second reading of Resolution No. 10-2024 for Independence Day fireworks funding
• Extension of depository services contract with Happy State Bank
• Ordinance No. 1205 regarding limited golf cart operations in city limits
• Discussion on donor support options for the Canyon Housing Rehabilitation Program

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider funding agreements for a new business and an Independence Day fireworks display. The body will also discuss city facility expansions, a bond election, and potential changes to zoning regulations.

• Project Funding Agreement with G&P Kahlich Industries, LLC DBA Tireworks Tire Pros
• Project Funding Agreement with Canyon Chamber of Commerce for Independence Day fireworks
• Ordinance 1208 to revise City of Canyon subdivision regulations
• Replacement of Canyon Area Library roof
• 380 Agreement with The Lumber Yard

Library Board

The Canyon Library Board is meeting to handle routine business, including public comments, approving minutes, and receiving a monthly report. The main items are a presentation of the Summer Reading 2024 plan with rules for approval, and a discussion of the 2024-2025 budget and general library improvements.

• Summer Reading 2024 plan and rules presented by Programming Coordinator Lizzy Beckett for approval
• Discussion of 2024-2025 budget
• Public comments on library policies, programs, or services
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider an amendment to the subdivision regulations. The commission will also hear a presentation regarding potential changes to the city's zoning regulations and map.

• Proposed amendment to the Subdivision Regulations
• Presentation on potential changes to Zoning Regulations and Map

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will consider financial assistance requests and review April 2024 financials. The meeting includes public hearings regarding funding for the annual Independence Day Celebration and a new business project.

• Direct Financial Assistance for Canyon Chamber of Commerce fireworks display, not to exceed $11,500
• Direct Financial Assistance and Job Incentives for G&P Kahlich Industries, LLC, not to exceed $60,000
• Extension of waterline for G&P Kahlich Industries, LLC
• Review of April 2024 Financials

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider ordinances to remove real property from city limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction. The body will also discuss potential regulations for golf cart operations and review the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Ordinance No. 1204: Removing real property from corporate limits
• Ordinance No. 1205: Amending landscape irrigation backflow prevention and testing requirements
• Ordinance No. 1206: Removing real property from extraterritorial jurisdiction
• MOUs with N&B Properties Inc., Brown Construction Services PLLC, and Lumber Yard Management, LLC
• Discussion on 380 Agreement with The Lumber Yard and pro-rata reimbursement contract for CISD

Board of City Development

The Board of City Development will review payments made for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and consider a funding presentation from the CEDC for the second half of the fiscal year. The board will also receive an update on the online registration process for hotels and short-term rentals.

• Consideration of CEDC funding for the second half of FY 23-24
• Review of FY 23-24 payments made as of April 10, 2024
• Update on Localgov online STR/Hotel registration and payment process

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will meet to review March 2024 financials and receive updates on city projects. The body will also enter an executive session to discuss economic development projects and legal consultations.

• Review of March 2024 Financials
• City project updates from City Manager Joe Price and Public Works Director Chris Enriquez
• Executive session regarding economic development projects and attorney consultation

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will meet to discuss an updated cooperation agreement with the Texas Department of Public Safety regarding the Failure to Appear (FTA) program for the Municipal Court. The body will also review financial and investment reports from March 31, 2024.

• Updated Agreement for Cooperation for Failure to Appear (FTA) Program with Canyon Municipal Court
• March 31, 2024 Financial Report
• March 31, 2024 Investment Report
• Executive session regarding economic development, real property, and Main Street Board appointments

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an updated Future Land Use Map to align with current zoning and growth areas. The body will also discuss public safety facility improvements and a potential future bond election.

• Public hearing on an updated Future Land Use Map
• Resolution No. 08-2024 regarding a U.S. DOT SS4A Grant for planning and demonstration
• Discussion on public safety facility improvements and future bond election
• Proclamation declaring April 2024 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss the purchase of a building at 1908 4th Avenue and a new ordinance regulating coin-operated machines and gaming establishments. The body will also review financial audits and a petition to remove properties from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Purchase of GoldStar Trust Building at 1908 4th Avenue
• Ordinance No. 1202 regarding coin-operated machines and gaming establishments
• Petition for removal of Ward/Finch Properties from the ETJ
• Audit of financial statements for the City and Canyon Economic Development Corporation
• Amendment to Interlocal Contract for 2023 Texas Community Development Block Grant Project #CDM23-0450

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Infrastructure Advisory Committee will meet to appoint a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The meeting includes a presentation from project consultant Freese and Nichols.

• Appointment of a Committee Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Presentation from Project Consultant, Freese and Nichols

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and take action on an update to the Future Land Use Map. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the introduction of new members.

• Presentation and action on Future Land Use Map update

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss amending subdivision regulations to allow the Director of Planning and Development to approve final plats. The body is also reviewing bids for street maintenance and equipment purchases for the street and golf course departments.

• Ordinance No. 1201 to delegate Final Plat Approval Authority to the Director of Planning and Development
• Bid for 2024 Sealcoating project from Freeman Paving of Vernon for $399,900.00
• Request for $4,229.37 from CCP Chapter 59 Seized Funds for Police Emergency Response Team training
• Purchase of a motor grader for the Street Department from Warren Cat
• Purchase of golf course utility vehicles from James Bros. Implement Company, Inc.

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will meet to discuss items from an executive session. The session includes consultations with an attorney and deliberations on real property.

• Executive session regarding consultation with attorney (§551.071)
• Executive session regarding deliberations on real property (§551.072)

Library Board

The Canyon Library Board is meeting to discuss routine business including public comments, minutes, and monthly reports. They will also hear a presentation from the Friends of the Library, review the annual report, and consider updates to meeting room, community service, and interlibrary loan policies, as well as new library fees.

• Friends of the Library presentation by Joyce McBroom
• Annual Report summary
• Meeting Room Policy Update
• Community Service Policy Update
• New Library Fees

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will meet to discuss the sale of approximately 416 acres of water rights to Corman Holdings LLC. The body will also review bids for ground storage tanks for the Palo Duro Creek Golf Course irrigation system.

• Bids for ground storage tanks for Palo Duro Creek Golf Course irrigation system
• Sale of water rights in Section 48, Block 6, I&GN RR Co. Survey (approx. 416 acres) to Corman Holdings LLC

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to appoint a new Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will also hear a presentation on plat approval authority and discuss the formation of the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC).

• Appointment of New Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Presentation and action on Plat Approval Authority
• Discussion on forming the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC)

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider a project funding agreement for job incentives for The Lumber Yard, Ltd. The body will also discuss updates to the master schedule of charges and fees and water/wastewater facility pro rata fees.

• Resolution No. 01-2024: Project funding agreement for The Lumber Yard, Ltd and The Crew Entertainment, Ltd
• Ordinance No. 1200: Amending pro rata fees for water and wastewater main extensions
• Ordinance No. 1199: Amending the Master Schedule of Charges and Fees
• Resolution No. 02-2024: FEMA SAFER Grant application to hire six full-time firefighters
• Resolution No. 03-2024: FEMA AFG Grant application for a fire engine

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

The City Commission is reviewing a project funding agreement for new businesses and discussing updates to short-term rental and animal maintenance ordinances. The body will also consider a budget amendment and a bid award for a community development project.

• First reading of Resolution No. 01-2024 for $500,000 in financial assistance and job incentives for The Lumber Yard, Ltd and The Crew Entertainment, Ltd
• Ordinance No. 1198 to collect Hotel Occupancy Tax from short-term rentals and establish a registration process
• Ordinance No. 1195 prohibiting the maintenance of an attractive environment for non-owned animals
• Ordinance No. 1196 to amend the budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023
• Award of the lowest bid for TxCDBG Community Development Project #CDV21-0143