The Boring PartsFederalLocal · USLocal · Canada
Jacksboro, TN

Jacksboro public meetings in 2025

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

Mon Dec 22, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on amended royalty fee and disposal agreement

The Jacksboro City Council will discuss the proposed amendment to the "Royalty Fee and Disposal Agreement" with Texas Regional Landfill Company. Afterwards, the council will consider Resolution R-13-2025, which seeks approval of the amendment, appropriation of excess funds, a severability clause, and repeal of any conflicting resolutions. The meeting is a special called session held on December 22, 2025.

contractswaste-managementcity-councilfees
✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves amended royalty fee agreement with landfill

The City Council instructed the City Manager to initiate the amended royalty fee and disposal agreement with Texas Regional Landfill Company, passing the motion by unanimous consent. The related Resolution R-13-2025 was not considered and no action was taken on it. The meeting was then adjourned with unanimous consent.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Dec 8, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to establish Community Services Grant Program

The City Council will consider ordinances to create the Jacksboro Community Services Grant Program and its governing board. The body will also act on six nominations for the program board for the 2026 term.

grantsordinancespolicecommunity-services
✓ Decided: City Council approved a grant for bullet‑resistant police vehicle components

The council unanimously accepted an interlocal field‑training agreement with Graham, Texas. It approved Ordinances 0‑24‑2025 and 0‑25‑2025 establishing the Community Services Grant Program and its guidelines. The council also approved Resolution R‑12‑2025 to submit a grant for bullet‑resistant components for police vehicles. Additional actions included adopting false fire‑alarm penalties, directing staff to consult the school about North 4th Street, tabling board nominations, pulling Resolution R‑13‑2025, and taking no action on a de‑annexation contractor agreement.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Nov 10, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to consider budget appropriations of over $539,000

The City Council will consider ordinances to establish commercial filming guidelines and associated fees. The body will also discuss budget appropriations, a petition for property de-annexation, and the annual investment policy renewal.

budgetordinancesfilmingannexationeconomic-development
✓ Decided: Council approved film ordinances, budget appropriations, and landfill contract move

The council unanimously approved Ordinance 0‑20‑2025 establishing commercial filming guidelines, Ordinance 0‑21‑2025 adding filming fees, and two budget appropriations (Ordinances 0‑22‑2025 for $507,328 and 0‑23‑2025 for $32,000). It also approved the recommended appointments to the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation board and directed the City Manager to develop a contractor agreement for a de‑annexation request and to negotiate a landfill contract with Waste Connections. The annual investment‑policy renewal was tabled until January.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Oct 27, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on denying Oncor electric rate increase request

The Jacksboro City Council will consider two resolutions, including R-10-2025 which denies Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC’s application to increase rates and requires reimbursement of municipal rate‑case expenses. The council will also adopt R-11-2025 directing publication of a notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation. Additional agenda items include discussions on guidelines for nonprofit monetary gifts, a memorandum of understanding with the Bowie Fire Department for SCBA compressor use, and the reappointment of Cassia Erwin to the Jack County Appraisal District Board of Directors for 2026‑2027. The meeting will feature updates such as the animal shelter dog park ribbon‑cutting and community events.

electricityfinancenonprofitfireappointmentsfilm-friendlyevents
✓ Decided: City Council approves $22 million borrowing for new water treatment plant

The council approved Resolution R‑11‑2025, authorizing the city to issue certificates of obligation to borrow $22 million for the USDA‑funded water‑treatment plant. It also denied Oncor Electric’s proposed rate increase (Resolution R‑10‑2025) and approved a memorandum of understanding with the Bowie Fire Department for a backup SCBA compressor. Additional actions included appointing Cassia Erwin to the Jack County Appraisal District Board and directing staff to develop nonprofit‑funding guidelines.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Sep 22, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on budget, tax rate and fee changes to balance city funds

The Jacksboro City Council will consider several finance ordinances that amend business, airport and utility fees, including raising the capital impact fee from $3 to $6 and the water rate by $0.03. Council members will discuss a proposed tax rate increase to .710000 to balance the General Fund and will vote on a resolution authorizing a JEDC land‑clearing project on about 30 acres. They will also act on two disannexation ordinances and deny a conditional use permit for an RV park at 548 Depot Street.

financebudgettaxeseconomic-developmentzoningdisannexationutilities
✓ Decided: City Council unanimously approves JEDC land‑clearing project on 30‑acre parcels

The council approved two fee‑change ordinances (O‑18‑2025 and O‑19‑2025) with unanimous consent. It also approved Resolution R‑09‑2025, authorizing the JEDC to clear mesquite and underbrush on parcels 55216 and 61160 (approximately 30 acres) to promote business development. A motion to deannex a property (Ordinance O‑20‑2025) failed because it received no second, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Sep 8, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to hold public hearings on FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed budget and tax rate for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for an RV park and discuss updates to alcohol permitting and park regulations.

budgettax-ratezoningparksalcohol-permitsutilities
✓ Decided: Council denied RV park permit and approved FY 2025‑26 budget ordinances

The council denied the conditional use permit request for 548 Depot Street. It approved several finance ordinances for the 2025‑26 fiscal year, including the program of services, property tax revenue increase, certified tax roll, ad valorem tax levy, and a parks amendment. All finance ordinances passed either by unanimous consent or a 5‑0 record vote.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Thu Sep 4, 2025

Planning & Zoning

Planning commission to hear RV-park proposal at 548 Depot Street

The Jacksboro Planning & Zoning Commission will open a public hearing on a conditional-use permit for a recreational-vehicle park at 548 Depot Street, including whether RV campers may be used as permanent residences in the SF2 zone. The commission will also discuss a legislative update on recent state planning-and-zoning laws before adjourning.

zoningrv-parkconditional-use-permitpublic-hearingtexas-government-code
Agenda (official) · cached copy
Mon Aug 25, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to vote on FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate

The Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and tax rate, including public hearings. The council will also consider ordinances to amend traffic stops, disannex properties, and address drainage, dog park rules, and city hall renovations.

budgettax-ratezoningtrafficproperty-disannexationdog-parkdrainagecity-hall-renovations
✓ Decided: Council approved $220,888.07 in budget appropriations for FY 2025‑2026

The council unanimously approved a traffic ordinance removing four‑way stops at Fourth and Sixth Streets and five budget appropriations totaling $220,888.07 for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year. It also approved the deed of a city‑owned parcel to Gary and Kelly Oliver, cancelled three upcoming council meetings, and tabled two disannexation ordinances pending further study.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Aug 11, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on land sale and one-way street changes

The Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on a real estate sale for economic development, approve infrastructure spending, amend traffic rules for two downtown streets, and discuss budget planning and donations to local organizations. The meeting includes a swearing-in ceremony and a public comment period.

zoningbudgetinfrastructuretrafficeconomic-development
✓ Decided: City Council approves land purchase, street changes, and multiple donations

The council unanimously approved a resolution to purchase a 1.13‑acre tract of land and another to fund infrastructure improvements, including a new water line. It also adopted an ordinance making North Fourth Street south‑bound and North Sixth Street north‑bound one‑way with no parking. The council approved a $15,000 payment for overtime expenses and granted the library a monthly water credit, mowing assistance, and a $10,000 donation, while also allocating $20,000 for the city’s sesquicentennial celebration.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Jul 28, 2025

City Council

Council to consider one-way street changes and budget planning

The Jacksboro City Council will discuss converting North 6th and North 4th Streets to one-way streets with specific no-parking hours. The body will also conduct a budget planning workshop for FY 2025-2026 and consider a zoning change for a tobacco business.

zoningroadsbudgetpublic-safetyparks
✓ Decided: City Council approved a $370,000 loan to finance SCBA gear for the fire department.

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and several ordinances, including updates to meeting posting requirements and a zoning change for a vape/tobacco retailer. It also approved a $370,000 financing loan for SCBA gear, designated North 6th Street as one‑way north and North 4th Street as one‑way south, and set both streets to no‑parking at all times. Finally, the council unanimously donated $40,000 to fund shower facilities at Fort Richardson North Park.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Jul 14, 2025

City Council

Council to consider permit for tobacco/vape shop at 511 W. Belknap Street

The Jacksboro City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a tobacco/vape shop. The body will also discuss Oncor electric rate increases and financing for fire department breathing apparatuses.

zoningutilitiesfire-departmentbudgetpublic-safety
✓ Decided: City Council approved conditional use permit for vape shop at 511 W. Belknap St.

The council voted to grant a conditional use permit for a tobacco/vape shop at 511 W. Belknap Street, with one alderman opposing the motion. The council also approved Resolution R-05-2025 to suspend Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC’s proposed rate increase. Staff were directed to negotiate with Jack County over a $64,998 sheriff services bill and to finance a $370,192.41 fire‑department breathing apparatus purchase through Government Capital. All of these actions were adopted by unanimous consent except the conditional use permit, which passed despite one dissenting vote.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Thu Jul 10, 2025

Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider conditional use permit for tobacco/vape shop

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a request for a conditional use permit. The request concerns the use of a property for a tobacco/vape shop. The commission will also swear in newly reappointed members.

zoningconditional-use-permitpublic-hearingappointments
✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approves conditional use permit for vape shop

The Planning and Zoning Commission swore in reappointed members and approved the minutes of the November 14, 2024 meeting, both by unanimous vote. The commission then unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a tobacco/vape shop at 511 W. Belknap Street in the Light Commercial District.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Tue Jun 24, 2025

Board of Zoning Adjustments

Board to consider setback variance for building at 527 N 7th Street

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to consider a variance request for a residential property. The board will also swear in four newly appointed or reappointed members.

zoningvarianceresidential
Agenda (official) · cached copy
Mon Jun 23, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss $500,000 loan for fire department breathing apparatuses

The Jacksboro City Council will discuss financial options for tax repayments and equipment loans. The meeting includes a budget planning workshop and updates on water department projects.

financefire-departmentwater-infrastructurebudgettaxes
✓ Decided: Council adopts 48‑month repayment plan for $129,184 tax overpayment

The City Council approved the minutes from the June 9 meeting by unanimous consent. It adopted a 48‑month repayment schedule for the $129,184.32 overpaid local taxes owed to the Texas Comptroller. The Council also directed staff to obtain firm loan options for purchasing new self‑contained breathing apparatuses for the fire department, and then adjourned the meeting.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Jun 9, 2025

City Council

Council to address drainage solutions and police chief hiring

The Jacksboro City Council will consider engineering recommendations for drainage on McCombs and S. Church Streets. The body will also discuss the 2025 Strategic Plan and the process for hiring a new police chief.

drainagepolicezoningstrategic-planningreal-estate
✓ Decided: Council directs staff to pursue Alternative 1 drainage fix, town hall planned

The council directed staff to explore the specifics of 'Alternative 1' from Hazen and Sawyer Engineering for drainage solutions on McCombs and S. Church Streets, which involves an underground culvert, and to arrange a town hall meeting for engineers and the public. The council also approved the 2025 Strategic Plan, reappointed members to the Board of Zoning Adjustment and Planning and Zoning Commission, and formed a committee to begin interviewing for a new Police Chief. No action was taken on closed session real property items.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Wed May 28, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to discuss hiring a new police chief

The City Council will consider updates to the water conservation plan and municipal court ordinances. The body will also discuss the city's strategic plan, budget, and the process for hiring a new police chief.

water-conservationmunicipal-courtpolicebudgetbanking
✓ Decided: Council reappoints municipal judge and approves key resolutions and ordinances

The council unanimously reappointed Judge Joe White as Municipal Court Judge for the 2025‑2027 term. It also approved Resolution R-04-2025 designating officials for city checking accounts, and adopted Ordinances 0-03-2025 (water conservation plan) and 0-04-2025 (municipal court code amendment). The council discussed options for hiring a new police chief, but no decision was made.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Tue May 27, 2025

Board of Zoning Adjustments

Board of Zoning Adjustments to hear fencing exception request at 615 Depot Street

The Jacksboro Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a special exception request for fencing at 615 Depot Street. The board will also swear in newly appointed members and elect a chairperson. All final discussions or votes will occur in open session.

zoningfencingpublic-hearingboard-of-zoning-adjustmentsjacksboro
✓ Decided: Board approves 8‑foot fence request for 615 Depot Street property

The Board of Zoning Adjustments appointed Joel Hood as chairperson, approved the June 29, 2023 meeting minutes, and granted Timothy and Christi Fanning permission to install an 8‑foot fence on the north side of their property at 615 Depot Street. All three actions were approved by unanimous consent or with the remaining members voting aye.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon May 12, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to canvass May 3 election results

The City Council will certify the results of the May 3 general and special elections and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem. The body will also discuss the FY 2026 strategic plan and the upcoming budget process.

electionsbudgetstrategic-planningdrainagecity-council
✓ Decided: Council appointed Joel Hood as Mayor Pro Tem and scheduled a May 28 special meeting

The council appointed Alderman Joel Hood as Mayor Pro Tem. The April 28 minutes were tabled for a later meeting. The regular May 26 meeting was cancelled and a special meeting was set for May 28 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Apr 28, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss water conservation ordinance and police litigation

The Jacksboro City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan, discuss drainage issues at 218 McCombs Street, and hold a closed executive session regarding threatened litigation from the Chief of Police. The council will also receive presentations on the annual audit, a water conservation plan by Garver Engineering, and updates on the TNT Fest downtown celebration and a JEDC grant for the industrial park entrance.

water-conservationpolicelitigationauditgrantsdrainagecity-council
✓ Decided: Council approved settlement agreement and released mutual settlement

The council approved a mutual settlement agreement and release presented by Chief Corb’s counsel, with all five aldermen voting yes. The council also tabled Ordinance 0-03-2025 amending the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan for further review. Minutes from the March 24 and April 22 meetings were approved unanimously, and staff were directed to seek engineering proposals for the McCombs Street drainage issue.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Tue Apr 22, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss city manager's contract and police chief litigation

The Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed executive session to discuss the employment status, duties, or contract of the City Manager and to consult with the attorney regarding threatened or contemplated litigation by the Chief of Police. In open session, the council may take action on those items. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

city-councilpersonnelcity-managerpolice-chieflitigation
✓ Decided: Council takes no action on city manager employment and litigation, adjourns meeting

The Jacksboro City Council held a special meeting to discuss personnel matters concerning the City Manager and possible litigation by the Chief of Police. After deliberation, the council decided no action would be taken on either issue. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Apr 14, 2025

City Council

Jacksboro City Council to review quarterly financial report

The City Council will meet to consider routine consent items and receive a project update. The meeting includes a review of the second quarter financial report.

financecity-councilevents
✓ Decided: City Council approved routine consent agenda items

The council adopted the consent agenda, which included excused absences, the second‑quarter financial report, and the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes. These items were enacted by a single motion. No other substantive actions were taken.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Mar 24, 2025

City Council

Council to consider JEDC loans and grants for business park and park improvements

The Jacksboro City Council will consider two projects involving the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation. The body will also receive updates on junk vehicle enforcement and a memorandum of understanding with the City of Olney.

economic-developmentinfrastructuretourismcode-enforcementpublic-works
✓ Decided: City Council approved a $400,000 draw loan for JEDC cash‑flow management

The council unanimously approved a $400,000 bridge loan for the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation to support cash flow on an EDA grant project. It also unanimously approved $177,000 for Friends of Fort Richardson North Park restroom and shower improvements. Routine consent‑agenda items and the meeting minutes were adopted without dissent.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Mar 10, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $66,475.59 budget amendment, discuss water plant and junk vehicles

The Jacksboro City Council will vote on Ordinance 0-02-2025 amending the fiscal year 2025 budget by $66,475.59. They will also discuss the second round of the junk vehicle round-up program, the status of the new water treatment plant, and the status of the asphalt plant. A closed executive session is scheduled for pending litigation.

budgetordinanceswaterinfrastructurejunk-vehiclespublic-worksexecutive-session
✓ Decided: Jacksboro Council approves $66,475.59 budget amendment

The Jacksboro City Council approved a budget amendment ordinance (0-02-2025) in the amount of $66,475.59 to account for funds related to a totaled police department vehicle. The council also discussed the upcoming junk vehicle round-up program, the new water treatment plant's 60% design completion, and the status of the asphalt plant. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a closed executive session for pending litigation.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Feb 24, 2025

City Council

Council to set May 3 elections, review police racial profiling report

The Jacksboro City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve consent items, receive the police department's annual racial profiling report, discuss implementing a TML training program for council members, and execute notices of election for the May 3, 2025 general and special elections. A closed executive session is scheduled for pending litigation.

electionspoliceracial-profilingtraininglitigationcouncil-procedures
✓ Decided: Jacksboro Council approves election notices, hears public complaints

The Jacksboro City Council held a regular meeting with no major policy decisions. They approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the previous meeting, and Mayor Fenter signed notices for the May 3 general and special elections. The council discussed a potential TML training program for newly elected members but took no action. Public comments included complaints about police department oversight and redactions in body camera footage.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Feb 10, 2025

City Council

Council considers budget amendment and EDC business park improvements

The Jacksboro City Council will consider a budget appropriation of $10,315.29 and a performance agreement amendment with Nine Energy Service, Inc. The body will also discuss a contract with Jackson Construction Services, LLC for street and wastewater improvements at the EDC Business Park.

budgeteconomic-developmentinfrastructurewastewaterelections
✓ Decided: Council authorizes city manager to sign EDC business park contract with grant-funding condition

The council voted 2-1 to authorize the city manager to sign a contract with Jackson Construction Services for street and wastewater improvements at the Jacksboro EDC Business Park, adding language that no work will occur without grant funds. The council also approved a budget amendment for police vehicle repair, a resolution amending the performance agreement with Nine Energy Service, and agreed to release draft agendas to council members by noon on Thursdays.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Tue Feb 4, 2025

City Council

Council meets in special session to discuss pending litigation

The Jacksboro City Council will hold a special called meeting to go into closed executive session to consult with an attorney regarding pending or contemplated litigation. After the closed session, the council may take official action on any items discussed. No other business is scheduled.

city-councillegallitigationspecial-called-meeting
✓ Decided: Council holds closed session on litigation, takes no action

The Jacksboro City Council met in special session on Feb. 4, 2025, and immediately entered closed executive session to consult with the city attorney about pending or contemplated litigation. The meeting returned to open session at 4:17 p.m., and no official action was taken on the closed-session item. The council then adjourned unanimously. No substantive decisions were made.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Jan 27, 2025

City Council

Council to consider revisions to Nine Energy Services performance agreement

The Jacksboro City Council will meet to discuss revisions to a performance agreement and memorandum of right to repurchase involving the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation and Nine Energy Services, LLC. The council will also hold an executive session regarding pending or contemplated litigation.

economic-developmentcontractslitigationfinance
✓ Decided: Council approves amended Nine Energy performance agreement

The Jacksboro City Council approved amended performance agreement and right-to-repurchase documents with the Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation and Nine Energy Services, LLC, reflecting a new buyer, extended terms, and an additional $200,000 penalty if deadlines are missed. The council expressed frustration over limited review time, but the motion passed unanimously. No action was taken on pending litigation discussed in closed session.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Mon Jan 13, 2025

City Council

Council to set May 2025 election for mayor, three alderman seats

The Jacksboro City Council will consider orders for a May 3, 2025 general election for mayor and alderman places 2 and 4, and a special election for alderman place 5 (unexpired term). The council will also vote on resolutions designating the Jacksboro Herald-Gazette as the official newspaper and authorizing a TxDOT agreement for temporary street closures. An update on the McComb Street survey and easement is scheduled.

electionsresolutionstransportationstreetscouncil
✓ Decided: Council orders May 3 elections for mayor, two aldermen, and unexpired Place 5

The Jacksboro City Council approved two resolutions, including designating the Jacksboro Herald-Gazette as the official newspaper and authorizing temporary street closures for a Texas Department of Transportation agreement. It also ordered a general election for May 3, 2025, for mayor, Alderman Place 2, and Alderman Place 4, and a special election for the unexpired Alderman Place 5 term. Public comments focused on police department issues, including an investigation by Texas Rangers and a pig shooting incident. No other substantive decisions were made.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes