Hearne public meetings in 2024
37 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will discuss and possibly vote on a petition to annex approximately 255 acres of vacant land adjacent to city limits, a new drought contingency plan, and a replatting request. They will also consider authorizing a Community Development Block Grant application for downtown revitalization and an energy savings performance contract. An executive session is scheduled for economic development negotiations regarding Hoyt's Downtown Building.
- Petition from Lone Star Land Partners to annex ~255 acres at FM 485 near Royal Oak Drive
- Replatting request for the corner of Milam and 107 Street
- Ordinance to repeal and replace the City of Hearne's drought contingency plan
- Resolution authorizing submission of Texas CDBG application for Downtown Revitalization Fund
- Proposed project development agreement with Centrica Business Solutions for energy savings performance contract Phase 1
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract for financing parts and equipment and a performance agreement with TNT Security Solutions LLC. The body will also hold executive and open sessions regarding economic development negotiations with Calzada Development.
- Resolution for a contract to finance parts and equipment
- Performance agreement between HEDC-A, HCDC-B, and TNT Security Solutions LLC
- Economic development negotiations with Calzada Development
- Approval of accounts payable from November 1 through November 15, 2024
- Approval of November 5, 2024, meeting minutes
Building Standards Advisory Committee
The Building Standards Advisory Committee will discuss and vote on findings from the investigating committee for five properties, accept a member's resignation, and approve prior meeting minutes. No new proposals or budget items are on the agenda; all listed items are standard enforcement follow-ups.
- Vote on findings for 1201 S Market Street (house)
- Vote on findings for 108 W 3rd Street (commercial building)
- Vote on findings for 407 W Evans Street (house and garage)
- Vote on findings for 1007 W 1st Street (house and garage)
- Vote on findings for 1411 Pin Oak Street (house and garage)
City Council
The Hearne City Council will meet on November 5, 2024, to discuss and potentially act on a number of items including a consent agenda (approving minutes and accounts payable), a resolution to apply for a Texas Community Development Block Grant for the 2025-2026 Community Development Fund, and opening a new bank account with Prosperity Bank. The council will also consider performance agreements between the Hearne Economic Development Corporation and Hearne Community Development Corporation with HealthPoint and Tortilleria Mi Tierra, and will go into executive session to discuss a property tax variance for Joe and Cherilyn Wilson on South Norwood Lane and Hoyt's property downtown. In open session, the council will consider rescinding a contractor award to Loya Construction for the TxCDBG Grant CDM22-0088 and re-awarding it to the second-lowest bidder.
- Rescission of contractor award to Loya Construction for TxCDBG Grant CDM22-0088 and re-award to second-lowest bidder
- Resolution authorizing submission of Texas CDBG program application to Texas Department of Agriculture for 2025-2026 Community Development Fund
- Approval of new bank account with Prosperity Bank and authorizing depository signatures
- Performance agreement between HEDC-A/HCDC-B and HealthPoint (Brazos Valley Community Action Agency)
- Discussion of real property tax variance for Joe and Cherilyn Wilson on South Norwood Lane
City Council
This meeting agenda is a procedural payment report for October 1-15, 2024, containing no resolutions, ordinances, or public hearings. The City Council will consider approving invoices and checks for vendors including sanitation, legal services, engineering, and employee travel.
- $63,495.23 payment to Access Disposal/Frontier Waste Solutions for sanitation contract
- $15,882.67 in legal fees to Law Office of Floyd Akers
- $10,839.00 for sewer line extension project
- $7,162.16 for police department uniforms from GT Distributors
- Multiple utility refunds to residents
City Council
The City Council is holding a public hearing to gather citizen participation regarding the City of Hearne Downtown Plan.
- Public hearing on the City of Hearne Downtown Plan
City Council
The Hearne City Council will discuss and vote on several agenda items including funding requests for a downtown awnings project ($26,500) and a waterline project at Hwy 6 ($61,486.28), a street dedication, a manufactured home placement, and a preliminary plat for a 258-acre development. Consent items include approving minutes from September 17, 2024 and accounts payable from September 16-30, 2024. Public comment is allowed on agenda items for up to three minutes per person.
- Approve funding $26,500 for downtown awnings project via Type A and Type B boards
- Approve funding $61,486.28 for 12' to 8' waterline project at Hwy 6
- Consider preliminary plat of 258.18 acres north of Hwy 485 between Hwy 6 and Vaughn Lane
- Re-plat of lots (West 25' of Lot 7, all of Lots 8 & 9, West 25'x125' of Lot 4, Block 304)
- Dedicate and name a public street 'Dulce Court'
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing and then consider adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget ordinance and tax levy ordinance with a proposed tax rate of $0.74937 per $100 valuation. Other decisions include approving a $61,486.28 funding resolution for a waterline project at HWY 6, a performance agreement with Off Grid Locks, the holiday schedule, and amendments to the FY 2023-2024 budget. The consent agenda includes approval of previous minutes and accounts payable. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters and discussion of Hoyt's property downtown.
- Proposed tax rate of $0.74937 per $100 valuation for FY 2024-2025
- Discussion and action on the City of Hearne budget ordinance for FY 2024-2025
- Approval of $61,486.28 in funding from Type A and Type B boards for a 12' to 8' waterline project at HWY 6
- Performance agreement between Hearne Community Development Corporation and Off Grid Locks (Kalin Hartman)
- Executive session on personnel matters (HCDB) and real property (Hoyt's property downtown)
City Council
This special meeting includes a resolution authorizing the city to apply for a loan for equipment and building improvements. The council will also discuss personnel matters for the P&Z Commission and economic development boards in executive session. Additionally, the city manager will provide updates on grants, the water tower, and downtown improvements. The consent agenda includes approving prior meeting minutes and accounts payable from August 15-31, 2024.
- Resolution to authorize applying for a loan for equipment and/or building improvements
- Executive session on personnel matters for P&Z Commission, Type A (HEDC), and Type B (HCDB)
- Open session discussion and/or action on personnel matters for those same boards
- City manager update on new grant, water tower, and downtown improvements
- Approval of accounts payable from August 15-31, 2024
City Council
The City Council will consider the proposed tax rate for 2024-2025 and a franchise agreement amendment for municipal solid waste and demolition waste. The body will also review plans and plats for a 96.036-acre property and discuss personnel and real property matters.
- Proposed tax rate for 2024-2025
- Amendment to the exclusive franchise agreement for municipal solid waste and construction and demolition waste
- Plans and plats for AB 31 G A NIXON RHODA KENNEDY CONFL TR 333 PT BL 276 141/84 (96.036 acres)
- Property tax variance for Joe and Cherilyn Wilson on South Norwood Lane
- Legal consultation regarding City of Hearne vs Hoyt Davidson (downtown property)
City Council
This is a special budget workshop where the Hearne City Council will discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget. No votes or decisions are listed; the session is limited to discussion and public comment on the budget. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the remainder being procedural boilerplate.
- Discussion on the 2024-2025 budget
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss the 2024-2025 budget. The body will also consider discussion and/or action regarding the replatting of the Hoyt Addition Reserve.
- Discussion and/or action to replat the Hoyt Addition Reserve
- Discussion on 2024-2025 budget
City Council
The regular City Council meeting on August 6 was cancelled. A special workshop is scheduled for August 7-8 to discuss the 2024-2025 budget and professional qualifications for energy and vehicle grants.
- Discussion on 2024-2025 budget
- Resolution to issue a request for qualifications for Energy Savings Performance Contract under Title 9, Local Government 302
- Resolution to request professional qualifications for electric vehicles grants administration and services
City Council
The Hearne City Council will hold a special workshop to discuss the 2024-2025 budget and consider a resolution designating authorized signatories for the Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation Program (CDBG-MIT) under GLO contract number 24-065-074-E. The council will also discuss and potentially adopt resolutions regarding civil rights and proclaiming April as Fair Housing Month. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property concerning Hoyt's Property Downtown, with possible action in open session.
- Discussion on the 2024-2025 budget
- Resolution designating signatories for CDBG-MIT/GLO contract 24-065-074-E
- Discussion and action on a resolution regarding civil rights
- Discussion and action to proclaim April as Fair Housing Month
- Executive session and possible action on Hoyt's Property Downtown
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda to approve meeting minutes and accounts payable, followed by several resolutions to award professional service contracts for state and federal grant programs. A key item is a resolution authorizing the construction and operation of electric vehicle charging stations in Hearne. The city manager will also provide an update on a downtown public hearing and the Smith-Welch Memorial Library.
- Resolution to award contract for the 2025-2026 Texas Community Development Grant Program
- Resolution to award contract for the CDBBG-MIT GLO-Resilient Communities Program
- Resolution to award contract for DOE Grid Resilience Grant consultant/management services
- Resolution authorizing construction, operation and maintenance of EV charging stations in Hearne
- City Manager update on downtown public hearing and Smith-Welch Memorial Library
City Council
The council will consider a resolution to appoint the City Manager as the authorized representative for the DOE Grid Resilience Grant project. They will also discuss an ordinance authorizing code enforcement officers to issue citations for municipal code violations. The meeting includes discussions regarding police department personnel matters.
- Resolution appointing City Manager as CEO for the DOE Grid Resilience Grant (GRG) Project
- Ordinance authorizing code enforcement officers to issue citations
- Approval of accounts payable from June 16, 2024, through June 30, 2024
- Discussion regarding police department personnel matters
City Council
The City Council is holding a public hearing to consider citizen participation regarding the City of Hearne Downtown Plan. The meeting will take place at the Hearne Public Safety Building.
- Public hearing regarding citizen participation on the Downtown Plan
City Council
The council will review the 2024-2025 budget for the Hearne Community Development Corporation. Agenda items also include performance agreements for local businesses and a proposed utility easement from Brazos Electric.
- Approval of the 2024-2025 Hearne Community Development Corporation budget
- Performance agreement with First Step Learning Center
- Performance agreement with Calzada Royal Bar, LLC
- Proposed 30’ access easement from Brazos Electric
- Consultation regarding downtown city property
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing requests for proposals and qualifications related to the Texas Community Development Grant Program. The council will also discuss a resolution regarding the administration of a USDA grant. Additionally, the agenda includes discussion regarding police department personnel matters.
- Authorization of RFPs and RFQs for Texas Community Development Grant Program services
- Resolution to authorize filing and administration of the FY 2023-2024 USDA grant
- Discussion regarding police department personnel matters
- Approval of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes
- Approval of accounts payable from May 15 to May 31, 2024
City Council
The Hearne City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a presentation from Rising Star Construction, and several action items. These include approving an access easement for Brazos Electric, zoning variances for property on San Antonio and East Davis Streets, a resolution authorizing the purchase of electric meters, and a special use permit for Natatoria Hyman. Public comments will be taken on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Approve Brazos Electric proposed 30' access easement, 0.380 acres, Francisco Ruiz Survey
- Approve variances to zoning on property at San Antonio Street and East Davis Street
- Resolution authorizing purchase of electric meters, parts, and components
- Approve special use permit for Natatoria Hyman, LT5, BLK301, 0.143 acres
- Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable from May 1-15, 2024
City Council
The Hearne City Council will administer the oath of office to newly elected council members for Places 2, 4, and 6, and will discuss and possibly elect a Mayor Pro-Tem. The council will also receive a budget update from the City Manager and consider a consent agenda that includes approving minutes and accounts payable. Public comments will be taken on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Administer oath of office for Council Place 2, 4, and 6
- Discussion and/or action to elect Mayor Pro-Tem per Home Rule Charter
- City Manager's budget update
- Approve minutes from April 16, 2024 meeting
- Approve accounts payable from April 16-30, 2024
Building Standards Advisory Committee
The Building Standards Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss current projects, including 10 residential properties slated for demolition, and to review already-identified substandard commercial and residential buildings. The committee will also get updates on an upcoming engineering report and may discuss or take action on newly identified buildings or structures. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Discussion and review of current projects, including 10 residential properties slated for demo
- Discussion of already-identified substandard commercial/residential buildings and/or structures
- Discussion and updates regarding the upcoming engineering report
- Discussion and/or action on newly identified buildings and/or structures
- Public comments on non-agenda items limited to 3 minutes per person
City Council
The Hearne City Council will consider a resolution amending TexStar's authorized representatives, removing Linda Pecina and adding Quila Polk. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, with possible action in open session. Consent agenda items include approving April 2, 2024 minutes and accounts payable from April 1–15, 2024.
- Resolution to remove Linda Pecina and add Quila Polk as TexStar authorized representative
- Executive session on personnel matters under Texas Government Code 551.074
- Approve minutes from April 2, 2024 council meeting
- Approve accounts payable from April 1–15, 2024
City Council
The Hearne City Council will consider resolutions to apply for an NRA Foundation grant, support construction of medians and signals along US 79, and submit a Department of Energy Grid Resilience Grant application. They will also discuss and potentially approve an airport hangar lease agreement. The consent agenda includes approving minutes from March 19 and March 26 meetings and accounts payable from March 16-31, 2024.
- Resolution supporting construction of medians and installation of signals along US 79
- Resolution authorizing application for NRA Foundation grant program
- Resolution authorizing submission of Department of Energy Grid Resilience Grant (GRG)
- Airport hangar lease agreement
- Approve accounts payable from March 16-31, 2024
City Council
The Hearne City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss a mass gathering ordinance. No formal action is scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and public comments. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering meeting rules and standard legal notices.
- Discussion on mass gathering ordinance
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
- Meeting is a workshop, not a regular action meeting
- Council may enter executive session for legal, personnel, real estate, or security matters
Airport Board
The Airport Board will review hangar agreements and current hangar updates. The body will also discuss parking, signage, and the potential need for a master plan.
- Review of hangar agreements
- List of airport projects for grant applications
- Discussion on parking and signage
- Update on all hangars
- Discussion on the need for a master plan
City Council
The Hearne City Council will consider approving resolutions to submit applications for a Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation-Resilient Communities Program project to the General Land Office and a Texas HOME Investment Partnerships Program application to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. The council will also discuss personnel matters related to the police department in executive session and receive a city manager update on kiosk and website payment integration. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable.
- Resolution authorizing CDBG-Mitigation-Resilient Communities Program application to General Land Office
- Resolution authorizing Texas HOME Investment Partnerships Program application to Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
- Executive session on police department personnel matters
- City manager update on kiosk and website payment integration
- Approve accounts payable from March 1-15, 2024
Building Standards Advisory Committee
The Building Standards Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss past minutes, its processes and responsibilities, current projects, and an upcoming engineering report. The committee will also discuss and possibly take action on two specific properties identified as substandard: 109 W. 2nd and 1412 Railroad St. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Discussion and/or action on 109 W. 2nd
- Discussion and/or action on 1412 Railroad St.
- Discussion of past minutes
- Discussion of BSC processes and responsibilities
- Discussion regarding upcoming engineering report
City Council
The Hearne City Council will hold a public hearing on 2024 city projects and then vote on a consent agenda that includes resolutions approving funding for basketball court resurfacing, a waterline project, street signs, exercise equipment awnings, pool parking lot paving, and sewer pump replacement. The council will also discuss and potentially act on bank signature changes, a towing ordinance amendment, an audit presentation, and a RAISE grant presentation.
- Basketball courts resurfacing: $22,050 (Type B) + $11,025 (Type A)
- Hackberry Street waterline: $117,000 (Type B) + $58,500 (Type A)
- Street signs replacement: $10,000 (Type B) + $5,000 (Type A)
- Exercise equipment awning: $70,919 (Type B) + $35,459.50 (Type A)
- Swimming pool parking lot paving: $162,160.50 (Type B) + $81,080.25 (Type A)
Building Standards Advisory Committee
The Hearne Building Standards Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly approve moving forward with condemnation proceedings for seven identified substandard commercial or residential structures. The committee will also review current projects, an upcoming engineering report, and newly identified buildings. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Possible next step in condemnation process for 101 W 4th St
- Possible next step in condemnation process for 103 W 4th St
- Possible next step in condemnation process for 601 Colbert
- Possible next step in condemnation process for 108 W 3rd St
- Possible next step in condemnation process for 110 W 3rd St, 602 W Davis St, and 108 N San Antonio St
City Council
The Hearne City Council will consider amending the city's wrecker ordinance and will discuss legal matters concerning the Hoyt Building and Wholesale Steel in executive session, with possible action in open session. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable. The city manager will also update the council on the downtown master plan and park grants.
- Discussion/action on wrecker ordinance amendment
- Executive session on Hoyt Building and Wholesale Steel (attorney consultation)
- City manager update on downtown master plan and park grants
- Approve minutes from Jan 16, 2024 council meeting and Jan 30-31 workshop
- Approve accounts payable from Jan 16-31, 2024
City Council
This is a special two-day workshop of the Hearne City Council, not a regular voting meeting. The council will review the quarterly budget and discuss several ordinances and projects, including a wrecker ordinance, mass gathering ordinance, a hotel feasibility study, and updates on city projects. No formal action is expected; items are for discussion only.
- Review quarterly budget
- Discussion on wrecker ordinance
- Discussion on mass gathering ordinance
- Discussion on feasibility study for hotel
- Update on 2024 City of Hearne projects
City Council
This is a special two-day workshop where the Hearne City Council will review the quarterly budget and discuss several ordinances and projects. Topics include a wrecker ordinance, a mass gathering ordinance, a hotel feasibility study, a new water well near Holiday Inn Express, and updates on various city properties and developments. No final votes are expected; the meeting is for discussion and updates.
- Review quarterly budget
- Discussion on wrecker ordinance
- Discussion on mass gathering ordinance
- Discussion on feasibility study for hotel
- Discussion on new water well at Holiday Inn Express area
City Council
The Hearne City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including approving a lease for hay bailing at the city airport, granting lot width variances for properties on 11th Street and San Antonio/San Gabriel Streets, and receiving an update on a plastics facility. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Approve lease at City of Hearne Airport for hay bailing
- Grant variance on lot width of less than 50 feet for property abutting 11th Street and for property on San Antonio and San Gabriel Streets
- City Manager update on plastics facility
- Approve minutes from January 2, 2024 council meeting
- Approve accounts payable from January 1-15, 2024
City Council
The Hearne City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 16, 2024, with a consent agenda covering minutes and accounts payable. The main items for discussion and possible action include approving a lease for hay bailing at the city airport, holding a workshop to update the council on projects, and granting lot width variances for two properties. The council will also receive a city manager update on a plastics facility.
- Approve lease at City of Hearne Airport for hay bailing
- Approve workshop to update City Council on projects
- Grant variance on lot width of less than 50 feet for property abutting 11th Street and for property on San Antonio and San Gabriel Streets
- City Manager update on plastics facility
- Approve accounts payable from January 1-15, 2024
Building Standards Advisory Committee
The Building Standards Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly take action on current projects, previously identified substandard commercial buildings in the downtown area, and newly identified buildings or structures. They will also discuss an upcoming engineering report. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Discussion/action on current projects
- Discussion/action on previously identified substandard commercial buildings in downtown
- Discussion on upcoming engineering report
- Discussion/action on newly identified buildings or structures
City Council
The City Council will consider resolutions for the May 4, 2024, general election and a contract with the Robertson County Election Administrator. The agenda also includes a proposed lease at the City of Hearne Airport for hay bailing.
- Resolution for May 04, 2024, General Election (Places 2, 4, and 6)
- Contract with Robertson County Election Administrator
- Lease at City of Hearne Airport for hay bailing
- Approval of December 2023 accounts payable totaling $66,720.51
- Approval of December 11, 2023, Special City Council meeting minutes