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Canyon public meetings in 2025

49 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC will present the Downtown Revitalization Plan

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 18, 2025. Members will consider minutes from the November meeting, review the November 2025 financial statements, and hear a presentation of the Downtown Revitalization Plan. The agenda also includes public comments, operational updates, and an executive‑session discussion of economic‑development projects.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider permit for accessory building business at 1212 UH 60

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a Specific Use Permit application. The commission is considering whether to recommend approval for an Accessory Building Sales and Display business at 1212 UH 60.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Canyon Housing Rehabilitation Board of Directors

Board to review and decide on contractor quotes for three housing rehab projects

The Canyon Housing Rehabilitation Board will approve the July 29, 2025 meeting minutes and receive an update on its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. The primary agenda item is to review the contractor quotes received for the three selected projects at 2106 2nd Ave, 2010 9th Ave, and 417 Foster Ln, and to approve, deny, or adjust the allocated funding. The board may also consider using the remaining $13,000 balance, the city’s additional $25,000 budget allocation, and $27,000 pledged by local businesses for any needed adjustments.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Vision Zero Committee

Vision Zero board to select chair and review crash data

The Vision Zero Advisory Board will meet to select a chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and review crash analysis and high injury network findings. The group will also discuss prioritizing proposed projects.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City to consider wastewater lease, ETJ changes, and flood regulations

The City Commission will discuss extending the wastewater treatment farm lease, removing property from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, and amending flood damage prevention regulations. The body will also consider development agreements for Mayra Park and Country Club Heights.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves wastewater lease extension, development agreement, and flood ordinance

The commission unanimously approved extending the City Farm lease with Darren Johnson to June 30, 2026. It also adopted the Country Club Heights development agreement and Ordinance No. 1244 designating the Public Works Director as Floodplain Administrator. Additionally, the commission filled several vacant board and advisory positions, appointing new members to the Parks, Library, Housing Authority, Planning and Zoning, and Main Street Advisory boards.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC allocates $50,000 of unspent FY 2024‑2025 budget to FY 2025‑2026 projects

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation approved minutes from September and October 2025, and approved the October 2025 financial statements. The board voted to designate $50,000 of unexpended FY 2024‑2025 project funds for use in FY 2025‑2026. It also authorized representation for the civil suit filed by Furman Family Partnerships, LLP. An executive session was held under Texas Government Code §§551.087, .071, and .072.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Library Board

Board will vote to replace two city members and elect officers for 2026

The Library Board will consider replacing two city‑appointed members and will vote on the chair, vice‑chair, and secretary positions for the 2026 term. The board will also discuss the Meescan self‑checkout system and give a programming update. Public comments are invited on library policies, programs, or services. The meeting will set the next meeting date for February 18, 2026.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission approves $1.1 M fire truck purchase and major public‑safety contracts

The City of Canyon Commission will vote on several items, including authorizing the purchase of a fire engine for $1,098,885 funded by the 2025 Series GO Bonds, awarding a $3,544,100 contract for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank, and approving an $875,000 agreement with Sims + Architects for design services on bond‑related public‑safety facilities. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a specific‑use permit for 1212 UH 60, a resolution to join the Texas SmartBuy cooperative purchasing program, and a resolution supporting Category 7 funding for the 15th Street Pedestrian Improvements Phase 1.

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✓ Decided: City approved $2.8 M MPO funding for 15th Street pedestrian improvements

The commission approved several contracts and programs, including a 2% salary increase for City Manager Joe Price and agreements with Sims+ Architects and Page & Associates for public‑safety projects. It also accepted $2,180,840 in federal Category 7 funding for Phase 1 of the 15th Street Pedestrian Improvements and authorized roof replacements for the police and fire departments. Additional actions included joining the Texas SmartBuy purchasing program, adopting a parade parking resolution, and casting Canyon’s 40 votes for the Randall County Appraisal District board.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to decide on Specific Use Permit for Accessory Building at 1212 UH 60

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a Specific Use Permit application to operate an Accessory Building Sales and Display business at 1212 UH 60. The commission will also approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. A public comment period is provided for interested citizens.

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Fri Nov 7, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to consider $1.1M fire engine purchase funded by 2025 GO bonds

The City of Canyon Commission will decide whether to authorize the purchase of a fire engine for $1,098,885 using $1,000,000 of the 2025 Series General Obligation Bonds. Commissioners will also review bids received for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank reconstruction project. An executive session will be held for personnel matters, including the City Manager evaluation. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the October 21 minutes and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $3.5M storage tank contract and $1.1M fire truck purchase

The City Commission unanimously approved the purchase of a new fire engine for $1,098,885. It also voted 4‑1 to award the $3,544,100 base bid for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank project to Bo Simon Inc. Additionally, the minutes from the October 21 meeting were approved unanimously and the City Manager’s salary was increased 2% with unanimous support.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to award $3.54 M contract for 4th Street Water Storage Tank

The City of Canyon Commission will consider awarding the base construction bid for the 4th Street Ground Storage Tank project to Bo Simon Inc. for $3,544,100. They will also review the alternate bid of $362,000 for a fence around the new tank and a proposed amendment to the Canyon Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) budget for FY 2025‑2026. Additional agenda items include a discussion of the Canyon Main Street Program, a work session on the 4th Street Pump Station Groundwater Storage Tank and Downtown 4th Avenue MPO application, and an executive session on personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: City approves settlement agreement with AATAG, granting manager signing authority

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. No action was taken on the bid award for the 4th Street Pump Station Groundwater Storage Tank project. The commission unanimously approved a $50,000 amendment to the Canyon Economic Development Corporation budget for FY 2025‑2026. The commission approved a settlement agreement with AATAG, giving the City Manager authority to sign on behalf of the city, with a 3‑1 vote.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC to allocate $50,000 of unrestricted funds for FY 2025‑26 projects

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will approve the September 2025 meeting minutes and financial statements. It will consider public comments and operational updates. The board will designate $50,000 of the unrestricted net position for additional projects in fiscal year 2025‑2026. It will also act on a legal response to a civil suit filed by Furman Family Partnerships, LLP and hold an executive session on economic‑development projects and real‑property matters.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to consider vacating alley for commercial development

The City Commission will discuss vacating an alley right-of-way in the Gilvin & Brymer College Park Addition to allow for commercial redevelopment. The body will also consider a temporary utility easement for a water line at 208 23rd Street and the purchase of a rear-loader trash truck.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved $322,159 purchase of rear‑loader trash truck

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 16 meeting. It also unanimously authorized the purchase of a Mack Granite rear‑loader trash truck for $322,159. Additionally, the commission adopted Ordinance No. 1241 to vacate an alley right‑of‑way and approved a temporary utility easement for existing water lines. The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

Thu Sep 25, 2025

Vision Zero Committee

Vision Zero Committee meets to discuss safety plan and next steps

The SS4A Vision Zero Advisory Committee will call the meeting to order, introduce Goodman Corporation consultants and the Canyon Community Advisory Committee, and hear a presentation from the consultants. The committee will also set dates for future meetings before adjourning. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to consider abandoning alley right‑of‑way and temporary utility easement

The Canyon City Commission will vote on Ordinance No. 1241 to vacate an alley right‑of‑way in the Gilvin & Brymer College Park Addition north of 3rd Avenue. It will also consider a temporary utility easement for an existing water line at 208 23rd St, north of 3rd Avenue. Additional agenda items include a City Engineer contract, a resolution reviewing the city’s investment policy, and nominations to the Randall County Appraisal District board.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves two-year City Engineer contract with High Plains

The commission unanimously approved an amended contract for the City Engineer with High Plains Civil Engineers, establishing a new two‑year term starting Oct. 1, 2025. It also adopted Resolution No. 30‑2025 to review the city’s investment policy and appointed two members to the Canyon Housing Authority Board. Municipal Court Judge Jennifer Cates and City Attorney Chuck Hester were reappointed with 4% merit increases. No action was taken on Resolution No. 29‑2025 or on the ordinance items presented.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC approves 2025‑2026 budget and elects new board officers

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation approved the minutes from the July 2025 meeting and the July 2025 financial statements. The board then approved the proposed 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget. Board officers for 2025‑2026 were elected by acclamation: Robyn Cranmer as President, Keith Brown as Vice President, Jed Welch as Treasurer, and Thompson Mayberry as Secretary. The meeting entered an executive session, during which no action was taken.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon City Commission to consider 2025-26 CEDC budget

The City Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve the proposed 2025-26 budget for the Canyon Economic Development Corporation (CEDC). The meeting also includes a legislative update from staff and an executive session with an attorney.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved the 2025‑2026 Economic Development budget

The commission approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved the Canyon Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026, also unanimously. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

Thu Aug 21, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC to vote on 2025-2026 budget and board officers

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to review minutes, financials, and operational updates. Members will vote on the proposed 2025-2026 budget and elect board officers for the coming year. An executive session will discuss economic development projects and real property matters before any actions are taken.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Library Board

Library board to review summer reading report and fall programming plans

The Canyon Library Board will meet to review the monthly report, discuss summer reading results and fall programming, and welcome a new member. Three board terms expire in December 2025.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City Commission to vote on 30% property tax rate increase for 2025-26

The Canyon City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1240 to set the 2025 property tax rate at $0.51181 per $100 valuation, a 30% increase from 2024. The proposed rate includes a 4% maintenance and operations (M&O) increase and a 260% debt service increase to fund $14 million in voter-approved public safety bonds. The meeting will also consider a consulting services agreement for the 2025 bond election and receive downtown project updates.

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✓ Decided: Canyon adopts $0.51181 tax rate, a 25% increase over last year

The City Commission held a public hearing and adopted Ordinance No. 1240, setting the ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2025-2026 at $0.51181 per $100 valuation, a 25% increase from the 2024 rate of $0.41011. The increase funds the first annual debt payment on $14 million in voter-approved General Obligation Bonds for public safety facilities and a 4% increase in operating revenue for items like School Resource Officers and police pay. The commission also authorized the City Manager to enter into a consulting services agreement with McJACK SOLUTIONS, LLC for the 2025 bond project.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City to hold public hearing on 2025-2026 budget

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 1239, which appropriates funds for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a report on the June 30, 2025 financial status.

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✓ Decided: City approved $14 million general‑obligation bond issuance

The commission unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1237 to issue up to $14 million in general‑obligation bonds. It also unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1238 amending the city’s zoning regulations and the 2025‑2026 Board of City Development budget of $311,900. A proposed 2025 tax rate was placed on the agenda for a public hearing on August 19, and a request to reduce pro‑rata fees for a multifamily project was denied.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to discuss 2025 tax rate and general obligation bonds

The City Commission will hold a budget work session and consider the proposed 2025 tax rate. The body will also discuss the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025, and amendments to zoning regulations.

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✓ Decided: City approved $14 million general obligation bond issuance

The commission unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1237 authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $14 million in general obligation bonds for police, fire, and city‑hall projects. It also set a public hearing for the proposed 2025 tax rate of $0.51181 per $100 valuation, which passed with a 4‑5 vote. The commission unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1238 amending the city’s zoning regulations. Additional actions included unanimous approvals of the June 30 financial and investment reports, the 2025‑2026 Board of City Development budget of $311,900, and board appointments.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Board of City Development

Board of City Development to consider funding requests for FY 25-26 budget

The Board of City Development will meet to decide on funding requests for the FY 25-26 budget year. The body will also receive updates on short-term rental registration and review previous payments.

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Thu Jul 17, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

Canyon EDC to discuss proposed 2025-2026 budget

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will meet to review financial reports and the proposed budget for 2025-2026. The body will also receive updates on city projects and the Stand Up Rural America Summit. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property and economic development projects.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon City Commission to hold budget work session and consider EMS agreement

The City Commission will conduct a budget work session and consider an agreement with BSA EMS for services within city limits. The body will also vote on several zoning changes and an update to the master fee schedule.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves ambulance service agreement and multiple zoning changes

The commission unanimously approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes and a new ambulance service agreement with BSA Emergency Services for the city limits. It adopted Ordinance 1230 amending the 2025‑2026 Master Schedule of Charges and Fees by a 3‑2 vote. The commission also unanimously approved Ordinance 1232 annexing the Phantom Creek area, Ordinance 1236 establishing temporary zoning for that subdivision, Ordinance 1234 re‑zoning two properties on 1st Ave, and denied Ordinance 1233 re‑zoning of 1212 UH 60.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Advisory Committee

Parks Advisory Committee to review seasonal sports and 2025 projects

The Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to review the Parks Director report. The discussion will cover seasonal sports schedules and updates on city recreation projects.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Canyon P&Z to consider zoning request for 1301 8th St and land use changes

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a zoning request for a specific property and a change to city zoning regulations regarding accessory building sales. The body will also review minutes from the June 10, 2025, meeting.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to consider annexing Canyon ISD property

The City Commission will discuss annexing territory petitioned by the Canyon Independent School District. The body will also consider a law enforcement cooperation agreement with the City of Amarillo.

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✓ Decided: Canyon annexes CISD land and approves interlocal forensics contract

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. Commissioners adopted Ordinance No. 1231, annexing the CISD property into the city limits. They also unanimously authorized an interlocal contract with Amarillo for the SPEX Forensics (AFIS) database. After an executive session, no further action was taken.

Wed Jun 18, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

Canyon EDC to update bank signatory authority

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will meet to review financial reports and update authorized signatories for Happy State Bank. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss real property, legal matters, and economic development projects.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to hold public hearing on Phantom Creek annexation

The City Commission will consider annexing territory known as Phantom Creek and discuss a U.S. DOT SS4A grant for planning and demonstration. The meeting includes the introduction of the new Canyon Economic Development Corporation Director.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved exclusivity agreement for a new micro-hospital

The commission adopted the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting unanimously. It approved Resolution 25-2025, authorizing the planning department to pursue a supplemental U.S. DOT SS4A grant, also unanimously. After an executive session, the commission entered an exclusivity agreement with BSA Health System for the development of a micro‑hospital, again unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission to consider two property re-zonings

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss requests to change the zoning designations of two properties. The body will also review minutes from the May 13, 2025, meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved two properties to change from single‑family to multi‑family zoning

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved Kyle and Colt Paris’s request to rezone two parcels from SF‑5 (single‑family patio) to MF‑2 (multi‑family two‑story). The commission voted 3‑1 to deny Brittany Russell’s request to rezone 1212 UH 60 from RC‑2 (commercial) to I (industrial).

Tue Jun 3, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to consider annexations, rezoning, and fee changes

The City Commission will hold public hearings on annexing territory and rezoning properties at Spring Canyon Unit 4 and the corner of FM 2590 and W Country Club Rd. The body will also consider a FEMA grant for firefighters and updates to the city's master fee schedule.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approves subdivision waiver and June 3 minutes

The City Commission approved the minutes of the June 3, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The Commission also approved a waiver for the Spring Canyon subdivision connectivity index requirement, as recommended by staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission, with a unanimous vote. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

Tue May 20, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to hold hearing on new capital recovery fees

The City Commission will consider establishing water, wastewater, and roadway capital recovery fees. The body will also discuss a property donation for an animal shelter and the early payoff of a 2021 refunding bond.

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✓ Decided: City accepts Jim and Sharon Brown's property donation for a new animal shelter

The commission approved the minutes from previous meetings, accepted a property donation from Jim and Sharon Brown for an animal shelter, and approved the early prepayment of $182,610 on city bonds. It also authorized several resolutions: an addendum to the Mayra Park water‑wastewater agreement, an annexation petition from CISD, exclusive management rights for the July 4 celebration, and parking restrictions for the parade. No motion was made on the proposed Capital Recovery Fee ordinance.

Tue May 13, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City Commission to declare results of $14 million public safety bond election

The City Commission will meet to canvass the returns and declare the results of the May 3, 2025, bond election. The body will consider adopting Ordinance No. 1226 to officially certify the election outcome.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopted Ordinance No. 1226 declaring bond election results

The City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 1226, which canvasses and declares the official results of the Canyon public‑safety bond election. The motion was moved by Mayor Pro‑Tem Cody Jones, seconded by Commissioner Robyn Cranmer, and carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

Tue May 13, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Canyon Planning and Zoning Commission to consider three zoning requests

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss zoning requests for three different properties. The body will also consider a subdivision waiver for Spring Canyon Unit 4.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved several zoning changes and a subdivision waiver

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the September 10, 2024 meeting minutes. It recommended approval of a zoning change for Spring Canyon Unit 4 RC‑2 (Cornmercial District) and for Phantom Creek Subdivision SF‑42 (Single Family Agricultural). The commission also accepted a request to zone a parcel at the southwest corner of FM 2590 and W Countrlr Club Rd as RC‑2 Commercial, and approved a subdivision waiver for Spring Canyon Unit 4. All motions passed unanimously.

Tue May 6, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission considers phantom creek annexation and police/fire pay scale

The Commission will discuss police and fire department pay scales following prior work sessions, and consider final approval of funding for the annual Independence Day celebration. They will also vote on a petition to annex Prairie Grass Properties LLC and Montgomery Agricultural Operations LLC property (Phantom Creek) into the city, setting public hearings. Other items include a tornado disaster after-action report, a capital improvement plan presentation, and a request for qualifications for a transportation safety plan.

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✓ Decided: City Commission set public hearing schedule for Phantom Creek annexation

The commission unanimously adopted Resolution 17-2025, establishing the date, time, and place for public hearings on annexing the Phantom Creek area. It also unanimously approved Resolution 15-2025, providing $13,000 to the Canyon Chamber of Commerce for the July 4 fireworks celebration, and authorized staff to negotiate a contract for a Transportation Safety Action Plan. The minutes of the April 15 meeting were approved, and no action was taken on the Capital Improvement Plan presentation.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Commission to consider business incentive agreement with Pondaseta Co. LLC

The City Commission will hold a work session on police and fire pay scales from 3:30–4:30 pm. They will then consider and possibly vote on a resolution approving a project funding agreement with Pondaseta Co. LLC for direct financial assistance and job incentives for a new business. Other action items include a petition for annexation into the city limits, a public hearing to set capital recovery fees for water, wastewater, and roadway systems, and bids for Lift Station #8. The agenda also includes a first reading of a resolution providing $13,000 to the Canyon Chamber of Commerce for the Independence Day fireworks.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $78,000 job incentive funding for Pondaseta Brewing

The City Commission unanimously adopted a $78,000 funding agreement for Pondaseta Brewing to support new employee incentives. It also set an annexation calendar for the Phantom Creek property and scheduled a public hearing on May 20, 2025 to discuss capital recovery fees for water, wastewater, and road systems. Additionally, the commission awarded the $5 million Lift Station #8 construction contract to Scott Wampler Construction and appointed a new member to the Canyon Area Library Board.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

Consider $78,000 job-creation grant for Pondaseta Brewing

The Canyon EDC will hold public hearings on two agreements: a $13,000 sponsorship for July 4th fireworks with the Chamber of Commerce, and a performance-based grant up to $78,000 to Pondaseta Brewing based on new employee counts. The board will also consider routine approval of March minutes and financials, and may discuss economic development projects in executive session.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Work session on police and fire pay scale

The City Commission holds a work session from 3:30-4:30 pm to discuss restructuring police and fire department pay scales due to high attrition. Regular agenda items include a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention, an after-action report on the March 14 wind disaster declaration, consideration of support for the Panhandle Plains Historical Museum, and a request for qualifications for a master drainage plan. Commissioners will also receive an update on the public safety bond committee.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously authorizes drainage plan contract and approves prior minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. It also authorized city staff to negotiate a contract for professional services to develop a Master Drainage Plan and Drainage Criteria Manual, again unanimously. No action was taken on items discussed in the executive session.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

Joint workshop on capital recovery fees, CIAC to vote on rate recommendation

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will hold a joint workshop with the City Commission to hear an updated presentation from consultant Freese and Nichols on maximum allowable calculations and staff recommendations for the Capital Recovery Fee Program. The committee will then discuss proposed fees using an interactive spreadsheet, and finally meet separately to consider and take action on a recommendation for the fee collection rate.

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Thu Mar 20, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC to hold executive session on economic development projects

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve February minutes and financials, then enter closed session to discuss economic development projects, legal consultation, personnel matters for the Economic Development Specialist, and real property. Possible action may follow the executive session.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Committee to decide on FEMA grant for four firefighters, police racial profiling report

The City Commission will consider a FEMA SAFER grant to hire four full-time firefighters, accept the annual audit of FY2024 financial statements, and review the Police Department's 2024 Annual Report and Racial Profiling Report. They will also vote on a proposed name change for Hospital Drive and an expenditure of seized funds for police emergency response team training. An executive session is scheduled for attorney consultation, real property, and economic development negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Canyon approves renaming Hospital Drive to Monty Platt Drive

The City Commission unanimously approved changing Hospital Drive to Monty Platt Drive, a request from WTAMU Police Chief Shawn Burns to honor an officer who died from an on-duty injury. The commission also approved the 2024 financial audits for the city and the Canyon Economic Development Corporation, engaged Doshier, Pickens & Francis as auditor for FY 2024-2025, accepted the police department's 2024 annual and racial profiling reports, authorized $4,230 in seized funds for SWAT training, and adopted Resolution 12-2025 to apply for a FEMA SAFER grant to hire four firefighters. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Mar 4, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission considers canceling May 3 general election

The City Commission will discuss canceling the May 3, 2025 general election because all commission seats are unopposed. The body will also review bids for downtown revitalization and a water department truck purchase.

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✓ Decided: Canyon cancels May 3 election; approves $3.4M land sale

The City Commission canceled the May 3, 2025 general election because all commission places were unopposed. It also approved the sale of city real estate to Sad Monkey Development LLC for a commercial cold storage facility, with a $3.4 million price and a $100,000 earnest money deposit. The commission awarded a $206,480 construction bid for downtown sidewalk and utility improvements, and authorized a water department truck purchase not exceeding $26,008.87. A resolution denying Atmos Energy's rate change request was also adopted.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

Canyon EDC to review fiscal year 2024 audit

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will review financial reports and the fiscal year audit ending September 30, 2024. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss economic development projects, real property, and legal consultations.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon Commission to consider bonds, pipeline easement by eminent domain

The Canyon City Commission will consider authorizing the issuance of Tax and Waterworks and Sewer System Surplus Revenue Certificates of Obligation (Series 2025) via Ordinance No. 1225. They will also receive an update on the Public Safety Bond Committee and vote on resolutions supporting federal and state grants for technical assistance and pedestrian/bicycle improvements. Additionally, the commission may authorize the acquisition of a pipeline easement at 18001 Interstate 27 through eminent domain proceedings. An executive session is scheduled for legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters.

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✓ Decided: City approves $10.2M utility certificates, easement purchase

The City Commission approved the issuance of $10.2 million in certificates of obligation for utility expansion, adopted resolutions to apply for federal and state grants for downtown and pedestrian improvements, and accepted a counter offer for a pipeline easement. The meeting also included an executive session and a unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

Tue Feb 4, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

Canyon City Commission to order May election, consider bond and police grants

The commission will vote on resolutions to order a general election on May 3, 2025, for five commission seats and a bond election for public safety projects. They will also consider grant applications for police officer hiring and rifle-resistant vests, a new residential liquid waste acceptance policy with permit fees, and a designation of Canyon as a Film Friendly City. The agenda includes updates on the public safety bond committee and an executive session on legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters.

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✓ Decided: Canyon orders May 3 bond election for $14M public safety projects

The City Commission ordered a May 3, 2025 general election for five commission seats and a $14,000,000 public safety bond election, pending voter approval. The commission also adopted ordinances establishing a film permit program and a residential liquid waste acceptance policy with fees, and approved grant applications for police officer hiring and rifle-resistant vests. Appointments were made to the Canyon Main Street Board and Canyon Area Library Board, and the city accepted conveyance of medians in Spring Canyon Subdivision.

Tue Jan 21, 2025

City of Canyon Commission Meetings

City Commission to consider making Municipal Court a court of record

The City Commission will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including establishing the Municipal Court as a court of record, removing property from the extraterritorial jurisdiction, and amending the budget. They will also hear an update on the May 2025 bond election and adopt legislative priorities for the 89th Texas Legislature.

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✓ Decided: Canyon adopts ordinances on ETJ removal, budget, court of record, and grants

The City Commission unanimously approved several items, including removing two parcels from the extraterritorial jurisdiction, amending the FY 2023-2024 budget, establishing the Municipal Court as a court of record, and accepting grant funding for a sidewalk project and hazard mitigation generators. They also reappointed board members and adopted legislative priorities.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

CIAC to discuss Capital Recovery Fee Program and collection rate recommendation

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from consultant Freese and Nichols on maximum allowable calculations and staff recommendations for the Capital Recovery Fee Program, then consider and take action on the fee collection rate recommendation.

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✓ Decided: Capital recovery fee hike rejected; work session planned

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee voted down a staff recommendation to set capital recovery fees at $1,500 per new single-family dwelling unit ($450 water, $750 wastewater, $300 roadway). Instead, the committee unanimously approved a motion to gather more information and hold a work session with City Commission members. The meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

Thu Jan 9, 2025

Canyon Economic Development Corporation

CEDC to consider minutes, financials, then closed session on economic development projects

The Canyon Economic Development Corporation will vote on approving December 2024 meeting minutes and December 2024 financials, take public comments, then enter executive session to discuss economic development projects and real property. After the closed session, the board may take action on items discussed there.

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