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ElginTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
10,996
Per-capita income
$40,935
Median home value
$267,900
Bachelor's or higher
22%
Typical home value $272,537 -6.8% yr/yr · +1.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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City Council Member Ward 3 2026-05-02
Al Rodriguez ✓ 20 · Agatha Christi Mayfield 18
City Council Member Ward 2 2026-05-02
Charles Chuck Swain ✓ 22 · Roland G Silva 22 · Wes Callais 8
City Council Mayor At-Large 2026-05-02
Stephanie Lippke ✓ 49 · Theresa McShan 43
City Council Member, Ward 3 2025-05-03
Tiffany St. Pierre ✓ 15 · Matthew Callahan 3

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET September 1, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET AND TAX RATE This budget will raise more total property taxes than last year's budget by $955,681, which is a 13.42% increase, and of that amount $311,659 is tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. Total municipal debt obligation secured by property taxes: $1,398,494. Taxpayer Impact: The total tax rate (per $100 of value) is proposed to be an 14% change from 2025 ($0.619296 tax rate) to 2026 ($0.719777 tax rate). The average homestead taxable value from 2025 ($267,496) saw a change of 4% to 2026 ($277,963). The tax due on an average homestead increased from $1,657 in 2025 to $2,001 in 2026, which is a 17% difference. The total tax levy on all properties will see a 16% change from $7,245,510 in 2025 to $8,580,570 in 2026. 1. PUBLIC HEARING and FIRST READING on the Proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget for the City of Elgin, Texas 2. PUBLIC HEARING and FIRST READING on Proposed FY 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate for the City of Elgin, Texas VI. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regar …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

361 N HWY 95, Elgin
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Charles Brown Deja Cooper Lacy Hilliard Sarah O'Neal Melanie Martin Susie Rowe Crystie Shibley ELGIN PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA ELGIN RECREATION CENTER 361 NORTH HIGHWAY 95 September 2, 2026 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes: August 19, 2026 III. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals may request to speak on items on the agenda, and items not on the agenda, speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any board member, staff member, other individual or group. IV. NEW BUSINESS Discussion and Possible Action V. PROGRAM AND PROJECT UPDATES Informative – No Action 1. Special Events and Programming Updates 2. Recreation Center Updates 3. Recreation Manager Updates VI. ADJOURNMENT Attendance By Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is anticipated that members of other city board, commissions and/or committees may attend the meeting in numbers that may constitute a quorum of the other city boards, commissions and/or committees. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a meeting of the other boards, commissions and/or committees of the City, whose members may be in attendance. The members of the …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

The Freight Depot 114 Central Ave, Elgin
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ELGIN MAIN STREET BOARD AGENDA THE FREIGHT DEPOT 114 CENTRAL AVENUE ELGIN, TEXAS 78621 September 3, 2026 7:30 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. WELCOME III. PUBLIC COMMENT The ‘PUBLIC COMMENT’ item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Main Street Advisory Board regarding the posted agenda items. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the Main Street Advisory Board on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter and refrain from any personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any Board Member, Staff Member, other individual, or group. IV. FINANCIAL REPORT V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Vendors and Sponsors Updates 2. Contests 3. Hospitality Discussions 4. Innovation Team Projects 5. Logistics 6. Map Updates 7. Music Committee 8. Project Plan and Task List 9. Promotion 10. Target Dates 11. Volunteer Meeting Updates VI. ANNOUNCEMENTS VII. ADJOURNMENT Vision We envision a revitalized and active historic downtown destination with warm-hearted, friendly people, and vital businesses, where ethnic and cultural diversity is celebrated. Mission We will enhance downtown vibrancy through historic preservation and mixed-use and pedestrian- friendly development, by strategically implementing the National Main Street Four Point Approach of Design, Organization, Promotion, a …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET September 3, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific sub …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:00

Economic Development Corporation

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 07:30

Historic Review Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00

Economic Development Corporation

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 07:30

Historic Review Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:00

Economic Development Corporation

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 07:30

Historic Review Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 17:00

Economic Development Corporation

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 07:30

Historic Review Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Jan 28, 2027 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Feb 25, 2027 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Mar 25, 2027 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Thu May 20, 2027 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin

Recent meetings

Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

Library board to discuss FY 2027 special events, including Hogeye Festival and Comic-Con

The Elgin Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, hear a report from the Library Services Manager, and discuss possible action on FY 2027 special events, including the Elgin Hogeye Festival and Elgin Comic-Con. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

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404 North Main Street, Elgin
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ELGIN LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 27, 2026 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals may request to speak about items on the agenda, and items not on the agenda. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the "PUBLIC COMMENT FORM" and refrain from personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any board member, staff member, other individual or group. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JULY 23, 2026 IV. REPORT FROM LIBRARY SERVICES MANAGER 1. July 2026 Statistics 2. Current Programs and Services V. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION 1. FY 2027 Special Events A. Elgin Hogeye Festival B. Elgin Comic-Con VI. ADJOURNMENT Attendance By Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is anticipated that members of other city boards, commissions and/or committees may attend the meeting in numbers that may constitute a quorum of the other city boards, commissions and/or committees. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a meeting of the other boards, commissions and/or committees of the City, whose members may be in attendance. The members of the boards, commissions and/or committees may participate in discussions on the same items listed on the agenda wh …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 07:30

Historic Review Board

Historic Review Board to discuss board elections and preservation training

The Elgin Historic Review Board will meet to approve the July 22, 2026 minutes and discuss two items: board elections and preservation training. No formal action is expected on other matters, and public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

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ELGIN HISTORIC REVIEW BOARD AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 26, 2026 7:30 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. WELCOME III. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from any personal attacks or derogatory co …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
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## ELGIN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA ## ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS ## 404 NORTH MAIN STREET ## August 25, 2026 ## 6:30 PM |I.|CALL TO ORDER| |---|---| |II.|ROLL CALL| |III.|INVOCATION| |IV.|PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE| |V.|PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and r …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 15:30

Economic Development Corporation

412 Depot Street , Elgin
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

P&Z to consider 319-lot preliminary plat for Brickston Phase 1

The Elgin Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a preliminary plat for Phase 1 of the Brickston subdivision, which would create 319 lots on 209.50 acres in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The agenda also includes approval of the July 27, 2026 meeting minutes and public comment.

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404 N Main St, Elgin
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ELGIN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 24, 2026 6:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the Planning and Zoning Commission during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for the Commission, to the Secretary prior to commencement of the Commission meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Commission Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the Planning and Zoning Commission on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Chairperson or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Commission Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMM …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety Advisory Committee

Elgin Public Safety Advisory Committee to review accreditation, grant, and new hires

The Elgin Public Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from the police chief on accreditation, a grant application, and new employees, and to discuss approving previous meeting minutes and potential community service projects. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

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204 Depot St, Elgin
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ELGIN PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA ELGIN POLICE DEPARTMENT: TRAINING ROOM 204 DEPOT STREET, ELGIN, TEXAS 78621 August 20, 2026 6:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from any personal a …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:30

General

Parks board to discuss recreation center membership passes

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to consider changes to existing Recreation Center membership passes. The agenda also includes updates on special events, recreation center operations, and manager reports. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

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361 N Hwy 95, Elgin
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Charles Brown Deja Cooper Lacy Hilliard Sarah O'Neal Melanie Martin Susie Rowe Crystie Shibley ELGIN PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA ELGIN RECREATION CENTER 361 NORTH HIGHWAY 95 August 19, 2026 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes: July 1st, 2026 III. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals may request to speak on items on the agenda, and items not on the agenda, speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any board member, staff member, other individual or group. IV. NEW BUSINESS Discussion and Possible Action 1. Discussion and Possible Consideration on Existing Recreation Center Membership Passes V. PROGRAM AND PROJECT UPDATES Informative – No Action 1. Special Events and Programming Update 2. Recreation Center Updates 3. Recreation Manager Updates VI. ADJOURNMENT Attendance By Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is anticipated that members of other city board, commissions and/or committees may attend the meeting in numbers that may constitute a quorum of the other city boards, commissions and/or committees. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a meeting of the other boards, commissions a …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to consider annexing 271.82 acres for Triada MUD

The Elgin City Council will consider annexing 271.82 acres for the Triada Municipal Utility District, authorize construction services at the water treatment plant, and approve engineering services for a hazard mitigation grant. They will also discuss combining the Veterans Appreciation Day and Dia De Los Muertos parades with fee waivers, and a request for alcohol consumption at a family reunion. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment.

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404 North Main Street, Elgin
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 18, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must li …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 17:00

Economic Development Corporation

EDC to vote on $4.3M in Depot Avenue property purchases

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation will consider purchasing three properties on Depot Avenue and North Avenue A for a combined $4.31 million, approve a $5,605.85 grant for Chemn Cafe, and adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget. The board will also discuss a performance-based grant for Sykes Industries in executive session.

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404 North Main Street, Elgin
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ELGIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 12, 2026 5:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PUBLIC COMMENT No discussion or action will occur beyond which is allowed by the Texas Open Meetings Act. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Economic Development Corporation Regular Meeting Minutes - July 8, 2026. IV. FINANCIAL REPORT The EDC Director will provide the financial report. V. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 1. Elgin EDC Monthly Activity Report. 2. Building Beyond Austin - Elgin event. 3. Open Meetings Act Training & Public Information Act Training Information. VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. Discussion and possible action to approve a Business Enhancement Grant in the amount of $5,605.85 for Chemn Cafe. 2. Discussion and possible action to approve a proposal with Texas ED Connection in an amount not to exceed $6,750 for economic development marketing and strategic consulting services. 3. Discussion and possible action on Yerico Manufacturing's masonry wall variance request. 4. Discussion and possible action to approve the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Elgin EDC Budget. 5. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution to purchase property located at 412 Depot Avenue, Elgin, Texas, Bastrop Central Appraisal District parcel ID R14676, in the City of Elgin in the amount of $2,750,000. 6. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution to purchase property located at 416 Depot Avenue, Elgin, …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to review proposed FY 2026-27 budget, utility rates, and tax rate options

The Elgin City Council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed FY 2026-27 Annual Operating Budget, including revenue and expenditure projections, department requests, and capital improvement needs. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2026 Utility Rate Study and discussion of property tax rate options. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

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404 North Main Street , Elgin
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 11, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All sp …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Elgin Main Street Board meets August 6 with no formal decisions scheduled

The Elgin Main Street Advisory Board will convene on August 6, 2026, at Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant. The agenda includes routine items such as a financial report, updates from various committees (Music, Volunteers, Vendors, Sponsors, Contests, Festival Planning), and public comment. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the posted agenda.

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Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
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ELGIN MAIN STREET BOARD AGENDA JALISCO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 244 US HWY 290 ELGIN, TEXAS 78621 August 6, 2026 7:30 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. WELCOME III. PUBLIC COMMENT The ‘PUBLIC COMMENT’ item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Main Street Advisory Board regarding the posted agenda items. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the Main Street Advisory Board on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter and refrain from any personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any Board Member, Staff Member, other individual, or group. IV. FINANCIAL REPORT V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Music Committee 2. Volunteer Meeting Updates 3. Update on Vendors 4. Updates on Sponsors 5. Updates on Contests 6. Festival Planning Updates 7. Target Dates Updates VI. ANNOUNCEMENTS VII. ADJOURNMENT Vision We envision a revitalized and active historic downtown destination with warm-hearted, friendly people, and vital businesses, where ethnic and cultural diversity is celebrated. Mission We will enhance downtown vibrancy through historic preservation and mixed-use and pedestrian- friendly development, by strategically implementing the National Main Street Four Point Approach of Design, Organization, Promotion, and Economic Restructuring. Core Values Through a strong belief that the historic preservat …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 17:30

General

Parks & Recreation Board to discuss recreation center membership passes

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on existing recreation center membership passes. The board will also receive informative updates on special events, programming, and recreation center operations.

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Charles Brown Deja Cooper Lacy Hilliard Sarah O'Neal Melanie Martin Susie Rowe Crystie Shibley ELGIN PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA ELGIN RECREATION CENTER 361 NORTH HIGHWAY 95 August 5, 2026 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes: July 1st, 2026 III. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals may request to speak on items on the agenda, and items not on the agenda, speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any board member, staff member, other individual or group. IV. NEW BUSINESS Discussion and Possible Action 1. Discussion and Possible Consideration on Existing Recreation Center Membership Passes V. PROGRAM AND PROJECT UPDATES Informative – No Action 1. Special Events and Programming Updates 2. Recreation Center Updates 3. Recreation Manager Updates VI. ADJOURNMENT Attendance By Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is anticipated that members of other city board, commissions and/or committees may attend the meeting in numbers that may constitute a quorum of the other city boards, commissions and/or committees. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a meeting of the other boards, commissions and/or commit …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to vote on annexing 271.82 acres and set 2027 tax rate

The Elgin City Council will meet to decide on a major annexation request and set the maximum proposed ad valorem tax rate for 2027. The meeting also includes routine approvals, public comment, and a blood drive announcement.

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✓ Decided: Council sets max tax rate 0.719777, tables annexation

The Council approved a resolution establishing the maximum proposed ad valorem tax rate of 0.719777 per $100 of taxable value for tax year 2027 and fiscal year 2026-2027, and set public hearings for September 1 and September 15. The annexation of 271.82 acres for the Triada MUD was tabled until the August 18 special meeting. The consent agenda, including the July 7 meeting minutes, was approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET August 4, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit …
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES August 4, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor McShan called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. ROLL CALL Mayor McShan called roll. Mayor McShan stated that Council Member Jaimes was absent due to a work emergency, and Council Member Crim would be late. Mayor Pro Tem Love motioned to excuse Council Member Jaimes and Council Member Crim. Council Member Gibson seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Present: Theresa Y. McShan, Mayor Arthur Gibson III, Council Member Ward 1 Jessica Jaimes, Council Member Ward 1 Roland Silva, Council Member Ward 2 YaLecia Love, Mayor Pro Tem Ward 2 Agatha Mayfield, Council Member Ward 3 Tiffany St. Pierre, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ward 3 Brenda Piña, Council Member Ward 4 Absent: Jessica Jaimes, Council Member Ward 1 Liston Crim, Council Member Ward 4 Staff: Robert Eads, City Manager Peyton Standifer, City Secretary Mark Schoreder, City Attorney Kaley Frye, Economic Development Director Michael Gonzalez, Public Works Director Chris Noble, Chief of Police Beau Perry, Development Services Director /City Engineer Marcial Guajardo, Public Information Officer Pamela Sanders, Human Resources Director Sonia Browder, Media Specialist Kristina Alvarez, Main Street Manager Heather Fowler, Library Services Manager Todd Johnson, Police Commander Esmeralda Rangel, Assistant City Secretary Uriel Campos, Administrative Assistant Riggin Anderson, Parks and Recreation Manager INVOCATION …
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Sat Aug 1, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

404 North Main Street, Elgin
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Elgin council reviews FY 2026-2027 operating budget and tax rate

The Elgin City Council will discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget, including departmental requests, capital needs, and potential tax rate adjustments. The meeting will also cover a compensation study and strategic goals. The council may enter executive session for legal counsel, personnel, and real property discussions.

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✓ Decided: Council hears compensation study, budget requests; no votes taken

The Elgin City Council met on July 28, 2026, and heard presentations on a compensation and benefit study, departmental budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year, and a discussion item on strategic goals. No formal decisions or votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational. The council excused two absent members and adjourned without further action.

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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 28, 2026 6:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. NEW BUSINESS Review and Discussion of the proposed City of Elgin FY 26-2027 Annual Operating Budget as presented by the City Manager, including but not limited to possible discussions of revenue and expenditure projections, department budget and personnel requests, discussion of major funds, capital improvement needs, and anticipated challenges, and review of proposed tax rate and fee adjustments if applicable. 1. Discussion of the Compensation and Benefit Study, Implementation Plan and Job Allocations 2. Presentation of Departmental Budgetary Requests 3. Discussion of Strategic Goals or Direction in Regards to the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget V. EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council may announce that it will adjourn the public meeting at any time during the meeting and convene in Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss any matter as specifically listed on the agenda and/or as permitted by Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. VI. RECONVENE The City Council will return to open session for possible discussion and action as a result of the Executive Session VII. ADJOURNMENT The City Council may retire to executive session any time between the meeting’s opening and adjournment for the purpose of consultation with legal counsel purs …
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 28, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor McShan called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. ROLL CALL Mayor McShan called roll. Mayor McShan stated that Council Members Mayfield and Silva were absent as they were out of town. Mayor Pro Tem Love motioned to excuse Council Members Mayfield and Silva. Council Member Gibson seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Present: Theresa Y. McShan, Mayor Arthur Gibson III, Council Member Ward 1 Jessica Jaimes, Council Member Ward 1 YaLecia Love, Mayor Pro Tem Ward 2 Tiffany St. Pierre, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ward 3 Liston Crim, Council Member Ward 4 Brenda Piña, Council Member Ward 4 Absent: Roland Silva, Council Member Ward 2 Agatha Mayfield, Council Member Ward 3 Staff: Robert Eads, City Manager Peyton Standifer, City Secretary Michael Gonzalez, Public Works Director Chris Noble, Chief of Police Beau Perry, Development Services Director /City Engineer Pamela Sanders, Human Resources Director Sonia Browder, Media Specialist Kristina Alvarez, Main Street Manager Heather Fowler, Library Services Manager Todd Johnson, Police Commander Esmeralda Rangel, Assistant City Secretary Riggin Anderson, Parks and Recreation Manager Yadira Daque, Heidi Rodriguez, Cameron Jonse, Police Sergeant Dylan Judd, Police Detective Charles Stone, Crime Scene Techinican Brazhon Thomas, Police Officer Tametra Cook, Police Detective INVOCATION Council Member Jaimes provided the …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Elgin P&Z considers three new subdivisions

The Elgin Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three new subdivision projects, including a replat and two preliminary plats, during its meeting on July 27, 2026. The agenda also includes approval of the June 22, 2026 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: PZC approves three plats including Shaholli Estates replat

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved all three items on the agenda: a replat for Shaholli Estates, a preliminary plat for Cardwell Estates Phases 1-111, and a preliminary plat for Fika Phase 2. No public comments were made. The meeting was procedural with no denials or tabling.

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ELGIN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 27, 2026 6:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the Planning and Zoning Commission during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for the Commission, to the Secretary prior to commencement of the Commission meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Commission Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the Planning and Zoning Commission on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Chairperson or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Commission Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FO …
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CALL TO ORDER perfectly situated ... ELGIN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES July 27, 2026 6:30 PM The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. at the Library Annex (Civic Center) located at 404 N. Main St., Elgin, TX. COMMISSION PRESENT: Chair Antonio Prete, Vice-Chair Scott Mackay, Dorothy Mccarther, Berney Williams, Danica Morgan. Jennifer Wissmann arrived at 6:36 P.M. COMMISSION ABSENT: Taylor Christian. STAFF PRESENT: Beau Perry, Director of Development Services; William Mcilvain, Planning Technician; Jessica Vazquez, Admin Assistant; Alyssa Loveday of WGA, Assistant Project Manager STAFF ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT No members of the public present stood to speak on this item. CONSENT AGENDA 1. June 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes Berney Williams moved that the Commission approve the consent agenda. Vice-Chair Scott Mackay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a vote of five (5) for and zero (0) against. NEW BUSINESS 1. Project #202600017: A replat titled "Shaholli Estates Replat of Lot 3, Block A" located on a parcel of land known by Bastrop County as Parcel 8720492 and being 0. 758 acres of land located at the intersection of N Ave G and E 1st St, Elgin, Texas. A. Staff Presentation B. Applicant Presentation C. Open Public Hearing D. Close Public Hearing E. Discussion F. Consideration A. Staff Presentation - Director Beau Perry presented the item as a replat of a single lot located within the Shaholli Subdivision. The proposal consists of …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 17:30

Library Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board to discuss FY 2027 budget and staffing

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review June 2026 statistics and current programs. The board is scheduled to discuss the FY 2027 budget and staffing needs.

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ELGIN LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 23, 2026 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals may request to speak about items on the agenda, and items not on the agenda. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the "PUBLIC COMMENT FORM" and refrain from personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any board member, staff member, other individual or group. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JUNE 25, 2026 IV. REPORT FROM LIBRARY SERVICES MANAGER 1. June 2026 Statistics 2. Current Programs and Services V. OLD BUSINESS AND POSSIBLE ACTION 1. Discuss FY 2027 Budget and Staffing Needs VI. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION VII. ADJOURNMENT Attendance By Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is anticipated that members of other city board, commissions and/or committees may attend the meeting in numbers that may constitute a quorum of the other city boards, commissions and/or committees. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a meeting of the other boards, commissions and/or committees of the City, whose members may be in attendance. The members of the boards, commissions and/or committees may participate in discussions on the same items listed on the agenda which occur …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 07:30

Historic Review Board

Historic Review Board to discuss RonanRX Pharmacy at 11 N. Main

The Elgin Historic Review Board will discuss and possibly act on a new member introduction and a proposal for RonanRX Pharmacy at 11 N. Main Street. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and staff memo review.

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ELGIN HISTORIC REVIEW BOARD AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 22, 2026 7:30 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. WELCOME III. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from any personal attacks or derogatory comments …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to consider special election for Ward 1 seat and alcohol sales

The council will consider an ordinance ordering a special municipal election on November 3, 2026, to fill an unexpired Ward 1 council term and to ask voters whether to legalize the sale of all alcoholic beverages, including mixed beverages. Other business includes discussion of transferring property from Trinity Ranch MUD to Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 1, consideration of a final compensation and benefits study, and acceptance of library grant awards totaling $4,325.

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✓ Decided: Council orders Nov. 3 special election for Ward 1 and alcohol sales

The Elgin City Council approved an ordinance calling a special municipal election on November 3, 2026, to fill the unexpired Ward 1 council term and to let voters decide on legalizing mixed beverage sales within current city limits. The council also accepted the final compensation and benefits study, approved transferring the Trinity Ranch MUD public safety property to Bastrop County ESD No. 1, and approved the consent agenda including the May 19, 2026 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and announcements only.

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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 21, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit …
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 21, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor McShan called the meeting to order at 6:30PM. ROLL CALL Mayor McShan called roll. Mayor McShan stated that Council Member Jaimes was absent due to work. Mayor Pro Tem Love motioned to excuse Council Member Jaimes. Council Member Gibson seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Present: Theresa Y. McShan, Mayor Arthur Gibson III, Council Member Ward 1 Roland Silva, Council Member Ward 2 YaLecia Love, Mayor Pro Tem Ward 2 Agatha Mayfield, Council Member Ward 3 Tiffany St. Pierre, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ward 3 Liston Crim, Council Member Ward 4 Brenda Piña, Council Member Ward 4 Absent: Jessica Jaimes, Council Member Ward 1 Staff: Robert Eads, City Manager Peyton Standifer, City Secretary Mark Schoreder, City Attorney Kaley Frye, Economic Development Director Michael Gonzalez, Public Works Director Beau Perry, Development Services Director /City Engineer Pamela Sanders, Human Resources Director Sonia Browder, Media Specialist Kristina Alvarez, Main Street Manager Heather Fowler, Library Services Manager Esmeralda Rangel, Assistant City Secretary Uriel Campos, Administrative Assistant Riggin Anderson, Parks and Recreation Manager Lori Lankford, Gradient Leadership Solutions Grace Perez, Program Coordinator Michael De La Rosa, Police Lieutenant INVOCATION Mayor McShan provided the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor McShan led those in attendanc …
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Fri Jul 17, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

Council holds priority-setting workshop with facilitator

The City Council will meet for a work session focused on team-building and priority alignment, facilitated by Sereniah Breland. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and planning only. Executive session may follow for legal, personnel, or real estate matters, but no specific items are listed.

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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ELGIN POLICE DEPARTMENT 204 DEPOT STREET July 17, 2026 9:00 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Presentation and Discussion to be Facilitated by Sereniah Breland on the Following Topics: Council Priorities and Self-Reflection Team Committment Council Priority Sharing and Group Alignment True Today and True in Ten Years Next Steps and Work Plan Staff Work Plan Crystallizing the Experience VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council may announce that it will adjourn the public meeting at any time during the meeting and convene in Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss any matter as specifically listed on the agenda and/or as permitted by Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. VII. RECONVENE The City Council will return to open session for possible discussion and action as a result of the Executive Session VIII. ADJOURNMENT The City Council may retire to executive session any time between the meeting’s opening and adjournment for the purpose of consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code; discussion of personnel matters pursuant to Chapter 551.074 of the Texas Government Code; deliberation regarding real property pursuant to Chapter 551.072 of the Texas Government Code; deliberation regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to C …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 07:30

Main Street Board

Main Street Board to discuss business grants and downtown updates

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to review financial reports and provide updates on downtown activities. The board is scheduled to discuss business assistance grants and marketing grants.

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Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Elgin
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ELGIN MAIN STREET BOARD AGENDA JALISCO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 244 US HWY 290 ELGIN, TEXAS 78621 July 16, 2026 7:30 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. WELCOME III. PUBLIC COMMENT The ‘PUBLIC COMMENT’ item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the Main Street Advisory Board regarding the posted agenda items. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the Main Street Advisory Board on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter and refrain from any personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any Board Member, Staff Member, other individual, or group. IV. FINANCIAL REPORT V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Minutes for April 17 and May 21, 2026. 2. Business Assistance Grant and Budget Updates 3. Hogeye Updates 4. Committe Updates 5. Downtown Updates 6. Main Street Events 7. Marketing/Financial Assistance Grants 8. Main Street Program Updates VI. ANNOUNCEMENTS VII. ADJOURNMENT Vision We envision a revitalized and active historic downtown destination with warm-hearted, friendly people, and vital businesses, where ethnic and cultural diversity is celebrated. Mission We will enhance downtown vibrancy through historic preservation and mixed-use and pedestrian- friendly development, by strategically implementing the National Main Street Four Point Approach of Design, Organization, Promotion, and Econom …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to discuss governance philosophy and roles

The City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation by Sereniah Breland. The discussion focuses on core values, the future of Elgin, and the Council-Manager government structure.

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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ELGIN FREIGHT DEPOT 114 CENTRAL AVENUE, ELGIN, TEXAS 78621 July 16, 2026 6:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Presentation and Discussion to be Facilitated by Sereniah Breland on the Following Topics: Core Values The Future of Elgin Governing Together and Council-Manager Government Exploring Governance Philosophy, Values, and Working Relationships Council Roles - Six Governance Roles and Self-Assessment Tools for Governance Checklist VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council may announce that it will adjourn the public meeting at any time during the meeting and convene in Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss any matter as specifically listed on the agenda and/or as permitted by Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. VII. RECONVENE The City Council will return to open session for possible discussion and action as a result of the Executive Session VIII. ADJOURNMENT The City Council may retire to executive session any time between the meeting’s opening and adjournment for the purpose of consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code; discussion of personnel matters pursuant to Chapter 551.074 of the Texas Government Code; deliberation regarding real property pursuant to Chapter 551.072 of the Texas Government Code; deliberation regarding e …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 17:00

Economic Development Corporation

EDC Board to consider new Performance Based Grant Program and two business grants

The Elgin Economic Development Corporation Board will discuss and potentially approve a Performance Based Grant Program and two Business Enhancement Grants: $5,567.49 for Stronghold Health and Healing, LLC and $20,000 for Elgin Dry Goods. The Board will also receive the monthly financial and activity reports, and go into executive session to deliberate on property acquisitions in Bastrop County. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

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ELGIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 8, 2026 5:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PUBLIC COMMENT No discussion or action will occur beyond which is allowed by the Texas Open Meetings Act. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Economic Development Corporation Regular Meeting Minutes - June 10, 2026. IV. FINANCIAL REPORT The EDC Director will provide the financial report. V. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 1. Elgin EDC Monthly Activity Report 2. Business Retention and Expansion site visits in partnership with Bastrop County 3. Elgin Travel & Tourism Report VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. Discussion and possible action to approve a Business Enhancement Grant in the amount of $5,567.49 for Stronghold Health and Healing, LLC. 2. Discussion and possible action to approve a Business Enhancement Grant in the amount of $20,000 for Elgin Dry Goods. 3. Discussion and possible action to approve the Performance Based Grant Program. VII. PROJECT UPDATES 1. Elgin EDC Business Park III Updates VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION (EDC) The Elgin Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet in a closed/executive session pursuant to the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, to discuss the following: 1. Section 551.072 - Deliberation about real property and/or potential sales, acquisitions, exchanges, leases, dispositions, incentives, or values of real property: A. Acquisition of properties located in the Johnat …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to consider repealing voter-approved initiative ordinance

The Elgin City Council will consider an ordinance to repeal a voter-approved initiative, discuss donation of the Mary Christian Burleson Homestead land, and vote on an agreement to operate the Elgin Union Depot. The council will also appoint board members and receive updates on flood mitigation projects. An executive session is planned to discuss legal issues involving Emergency Services District No. 3.

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✓ Decided: Council accepts donation of Mary Christian Burleson Homestead land

The City Council voted unanimously to accept the donation of the Mary Christian Burleson Homestead from the Mary Christian Burleson Foundation. The acceptance requires one additional full-time employee for grounds maintenance and an estimated $30,000 from the general fund to make the property safe and accessible. The foundation will donate $7,000 for ongoing maintenance.

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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 404 NORTH MAIN STREET July 7, 2026 6:30 PM Members of the public may watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OGBV_loV0Nr3AqM1jJTzA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE V. PUBLIC COMMENT The “PUBLIC COMMENT” item posted on the agenda is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council regarding posted agenda items or non-agenda items. Individuals requesting to speak or address the City Council during the meeting shall do so under the “PUBLIC COMMENT” agenda item. Speakers shall be required to fill out a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and present it, along with any material, handouts, or information for Council, to the City Secretary prior to commencement of the Council meeting. As of May 1, 2022, all such public comments will be done IN PERSON. You may email public comments and they will be distributed to each of the Council Members but not read out loud. Speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken by the City Council on items not posted on the agenda. Items requiring a PUBLIC HEARING will allow a member of the public an opportunity to speak during the Public Hearing and does not require a “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM”. Speakers must address their comments to the Mayor or Presiding Officer rather than to an individual Council Member or Staff Member. All speakers must limit t …
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📄 From the minutes
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 7, 2026 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor McShan called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. ROLL CALL Mayor McShan called roll. Mayor McShan stated that Deputy Mayor Pro Tem St. Pierre was absent for a family matter. Mayor Pro Tem Love motioned to excuse Deputy Mayor Pro Tem St. Pierre. Council Member Gibson seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Present: Theresa Y. McShan, Mayor Arthur Gibson III, Council Member Ward 1 Jessica Jaimes, Council Member Ward 1 Roland Silva, Council Member Ward 2 YaLecia Love, Mayor Pro Tem Ward 2 Agatha Mayfield, Council Member Ward 3 Liston Crim, Council Member Ward 4 Brenda Piña, Council Member Ward 4 Absent: Tiffany St. Pierre, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ward 3 Staff: Robert Eads, City Manager Peyton Standifer, City Secretary Mark Schoreder, City Attorney Kaley Frye, Economic Development Director Michael Gonzalez, Public Works Director Chris Noble, Chief of Police Beau Perry, Development Services Director /City Engineer Pamela Sanders, Human Resources Director Sonia Browder, Media Specialist Heather Fowler, Library Services Manager Esmeralda Rangel, Assistant City Secretary Uriel Campos, Administrative Assistant Riggin Anderson, Parks and Recreation Manager Michael De La Rosa, Police Lietenant Marco Solorio, Police Sergeant INVOCATION Council Member Piña provided the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor McShan led those in attendance in reciting the Pledg …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Parks board to rank capital projects, discuss rec center membership passes

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will vote on ranking current Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects and discuss possible changes to existing Recreation Center membership passes. The board will also receive updates on special events, recreation center operations, and recreation manager reports.

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361 N HWY 95, Elgin
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Charles Brown Deja Cooper Lacy Hilliard Sarah O'Neal Melanie Martin Susie Rowe Crystie Shibley ELGIN PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA ELGIN RECREATION CENTER 361 NORTH HIGHWAY 95 July 1, 2026 5:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes: June 10, 2026 III. PUBLIC COMMENT Individuals may request to speak on items on the agenda, and items not on the agenda, speaker comments are limited to three (3) minutes. No formal action can be taken on items not posted on the agenda. All speakers must limit their comments to the specific subject matter noted on the “PUBLIC COMMENT FORM” and refrain from personal attacks or derogatory comments directed at any board member, staff member, other individual or group. IV. NEW BUSINESS Discussion and Possible Action 1. Decision on Ranking Current CIP 2. Discussion and Possible Consideration on Existing Recreation Center Membership Passes V. PROGRAM AND PROJECT UPDATES Informative – No Action 1. Special Events and Programming Updates 2. Recreation Center Updates 3. Recreation Manager Updates VI. ADJOURNMENT Attendance By Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is anticipated that members of other city board, commissions and/or committees may attend the meeting in numbers that may constitute a quorum of the other city boards, commissions and/or committees. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a meeting of th …
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Sat Jun 27, 2026 · 10:00

City Council

1127 Main Street, Elgin
Fri Jun 26, 2026 · 08:00

City Council

Elgin City Council holds work session on leadership and strategy

The Elgin City Council will convene for a work session focused on leadership development and team dynamics. The agenda includes a presentation by Mary Kelly on leadership effectiveness and strategic planning. The meeting may also include an executive session for legal counsel consultation.

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114 Central Avenue., Elgin
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ELGIN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA ELGIN FREIGHT DEPOT 114 CENTRAL AVENUE June 26, 2026 8:00 AM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION IV. NEW BUSINESS 1. Presentation and Discussion to be Facilitated by Mary Kelly on the Following Topics: Team Building, Execution, and Leadership Effectiveness Team dynamics and productive leadership behaviors Conflict management and constructive communication Building trust and respect among leadership teams Creating effective meeting structures and productive discussions Decision-making under pressure Moving from discussion to execution Leadership styles, strengths, and blind spots Prioritization and strategic focus Productivity and time management for elected leaders Creating measurable action plans and accountability systems Working together to achieve strategic planning goals V. EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council may announce that it will adjourn the public meeting at any time during the meeting and convene in Executive Session pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss any matter as specifically listed on the agenda and/or as permitted by Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. VI. RECONVENE The City Council will return to open session for possible discussion and action as a result of the Executive Session VII. ADJOURNMENT The City Council may retire to executive session any time between the meeting’s opening and adjournment for the purpose of consultation with legal counsel pursuant to C …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 57 on record.

💰 Federal awards (top 9 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$1.2MGRAPHENETX INC
Department of Defense · DEVELOPMENT OF DATA-DRIVEN DIGITAL-TWIN SOFTWARE DD-CURE FOR CARBON FI
$84,534SAWYER STUDIO LLC
General Services Administration · ART IN ARCHITECTURE - EXTERIOR ART COMMISSION AT THE FRANK E. MOSS COU
$80,544ONEPOINTE SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Agriculture · SUPPLY AND INSTALL LABORATORY CASEWORK, OXFORD, MS
$58,645ONEPOINTE SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Agriculture · PURCHASE NEW FURNITURE (TABLES, BENCH TOPS, SHELVING, CABINETS, ETC.)
$43,006PHOENIX TRANSLATIONS
Department of Health and Human Services · PHOENIX TRANSLATIONS:1310933 [18-006027]
$39,770ONEPOINTE SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Agriculture · INSTALL LABORATORY CASEWORK BUILDING #82
$32,758ONEPOINTE SOLUTIONS LLC
Department of Agriculture · SUPPLY AND INSTALL CASEWORK, STONEVILLE, MS (GSA)
$31,137PHOENIX TRANSLATIONS
Department of Transportation · TRANSLATION SERVICES FOR TSI COURSES
$12,912ONEPOINTE SOLUTIONS LLC
Smithsonian Institution · CONTRACTOR-INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Travis County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments42,837 (736,608 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,949/mo (58 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.5% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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766
Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.454
All kids
0.400
Black kids
0.304

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