Lago Vista, TX

City Council

The City Council will discuss funding for wastewater treatment plant improvements through the Texas Water Development Board. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and potential updates to the City Charter.

• Project order with DCS Engineering, LLC for Cedar Breaks Irrigation Master Plan not to exceed $216,975.00
• Contract amendment with Garver, LLC for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements reducing total amount to $1,573,768.10
• Participation in the Texas Water Development Board Clean Water State Revolving Fund program
• Possible repeal of Ordinance No. 17-07-06-01 regarding curfew violations for minors
• Discussion of proposed City Charter amendments for the May 2027 election

Building and Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will discuss and potentially act on an ordinance to adopt the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code with local amendments. The body will also review code of ordinance amendments and procedures.

• Possible action on an ordinance adopting the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• Discussion of fees, permit expiration, and payment of city fines and fees before permitting
• Discussion of code of ordinance amendments and procedures
• Approval of July 1, 2026 meeting minutes

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve an updated 2027 Long-Range Plan. The board will also review meeting minutes from July 13, 2026.

• Approval of July 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible approval of the 2027 Long-Range Plan updated September 14

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will meet to review its activities for the 2026-2027 work plan. The committee will also consider future meeting dates and approve previous minutes.

• Approval of September 22, 2026, meeting minutes
• GCAC 2026-2027 Work Plan Activities
• Future meeting dates

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a special exception application for a property at 2007 Coolidge Lane. The board will also consult with the City Attorney regarding legal questions about special exceptions.

• Public hearing for special exception 26-3001-SP-E to increase maximum height at 2007 Coolidge Lane
• Executive session for legal advice regarding special exceptions and application 26-3001-SP-E

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map. The body will also address emergency wastewater plant repairs and discuss safety measures regarding e-bikes on city streets.

• Ratification of emergency repairs to wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) lift station discharge piping
• Resolution No. 26-2226 to release public utility and drainage easements at 21534 Lakefront Drive
• Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation on Comprehensive Plan Update and Future Land Use Map
• Work session on e-bike operations and potential city ordinance changes
• Discussion on Texas Water Development Board Clean Water State Revolving Fund Application

The City Council appointed Ron Joy as Interim City Manager and approved a draft of the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map with specific zoning designations. Additionally, the Council ratified emergency repairs to the wastewater treatment plant lift station and authorized the release of two public utility and drainage easements at 21534 Lakefront Drive.

• Appointed Ron Joy as Interim City Manager (6-0)
• Approved first amendment to Lago Vista Little League agreement (6-0)
• Ratified emergency wastewater treatment plant lift station repairs (7-0)
• Approved release of two public utility and drainage easements (7-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map draft (4-2)
• Approved September 17, 2026, meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The meeting includes considerations for levying ad valorem taxes and ratifying property tax revenue increases.

• Proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
• Ordinance levying Ad Valorem Taxes for FY 2026-2027
• Resolution ratifying increase in total property tax revenue
• Executive session to discuss Interim City Manager assignments and duties

The City Council voted down two separate motions to amend the 2026-2027 budget and reduce the tax rate. No action was taken on the ratification of property tax revenue or the levying of ad valorem taxes.

• Motion to approve Ordinance 26-09-25-01 to reduce tax rate to 0.42 failed (3-4)
• Motion to set tax rate at .446795 and reduce legal, salary, and training costs failed (2-5)

Economic Development Corporation

The Economic Development Corporation will discuss the 2026-2027 workplan and potential funding sources. The body will also consider a wayfinding sign proposal and review grant updates.

• Action on NSP wayfinding proposal
• Action on EDC 2026-2027 workplan
• Action on potential funding sources for the EDC
• Action on upcoming grants
• Presentation on July grant updates from McCoy Consulting

The Lago Vista Economic Development Corporation tabled a wayfinding proposal to further define the scope and coordinate with the City Council. The Board voted to pursue five presented grants that do not require matching funds and approved the May 12, 2026, regular meeting minutes. Several other items involving presentations, subcommittee reports, funding sources, and the workplan were discussed with no action taken.

• Tabled NSP wayfinding proposal (unanimous)
• Voted to pursue five presented grants requiring no matching funds (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2026, EDC regular meeting minutes (4-0-1, Jonathan Awtry abstained)

Economic Development Corporation

The Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss the EDC workplan and a grant writer update. The body will consider a zoning recommendation for Dawn Dr. and funding for the TBA Douglas proposal.

• Zoning recommendation for Dawn Dr.
• Proposed funding for the TBA Douglas proposal
• Proposed installation of a deer mosaic artwork
• EDC workplan discussion
• Approval of July 14, 2026, meeting minutes

The Lago Vista Economic Development Corporation approved a motion to send the TBA Douglas planning proposal to City Council with the Board's backing. The Board also approved the July 14, 2026, regular meeting minutes with formatting corrections. Several other items, including the EDC workplan, Dawn Drive zoning, a deer mosaic artwork, and grant writer updates, were discussed with no formal action taken.

• Approved July 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes with formatting corrections (unanimous)
• Approved putting the TBA Douglas proposal forward for City Council consideration with EDC backing (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to property maintenance regulations and a development agreement for the Luna Ridge tract. The body is also reviewing partnerships with the North Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce and updates to the Future Land Use Map.

• Ordinance No. 26-10-15-01 regarding property maintenance and dangerous buildings
• First Amendment to the Development and Annexation Agreement for the 109.4251-acre Luna Ridge development
• Hotel Occupancy Tax operating and service agreements with North Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
• Comprehensive Plan Update regarding commercial designations on the Future Land Use Map
• Ratification of Assistant Chief Thomas Franco as Interim Police Chief

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review a survey summary and discuss the Parks Master Plan update. The body will also consider bike safety, sponsorship opportunities, and the use of 2024 CO Bond funds for parks.

• Discussion regarding funds used for Parks from the 2024 CO Bond
• Discussion regarding the Parks Master Plan and update
• Discussion regarding the Welcome sign on 1431
• Discussion regarding the upper field at the Sports Complex
• Discussion regarding Bike Safety

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will meet to discuss funding for a new city trail and project ideas for National Bully Prevention Night. The group will also review service opportunities and E-bikes.

• Funding for new city trail
• Project ideas for National Bully Prevention Night
• Discussion regarding E-bikes
• Service opportunities with Keep Lago Vista Beautiful, Hope Center Community Pumpkin Patch, and Veterans Day activities
• Finalizing order for committee shirts

Economic Development Corporation

The Economic Development Corporation will discuss the 2026-2027 workplan and potential funding for the TBA Douglas proposal. The body will also consider filling unexpired terms for two members and discuss 501(c)(3) recommendations.

• Proposed funding for the TBA Douglas proposal
• EDC 2026-2027 workplan
• Filling unexpired terms of Corey Wright and Jonathan Awtry
• Proposed installation of a deer mosaic artwork
• 501(c)(3) recommendations

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the budget and ad valorem tax rates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The council will also discuss interim city manager duties and a services agreement with the North Lake Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center in executive session.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of the FY 2026-2027 budget (Ordinance No. 26-09-17-01)
• Proposed tax rate of $0.451988 per $100, estimated at $1,358.06 for a median-valued homestead
• Possible action on levying Ad Valorem Taxes (Ordinance No. 26-09-17-02)
• Appointment to fill a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission (Resolution No. 26-2224)
• Authorization for pricing via change order for flushing WYE strainers for the Lago Vista Golf Course effluent irrigation system

City Council approved the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ratified the corresponding increase in property tax revenue. The council also approved the TMLIRP ballot and the September 3 meeting minutes, but decided not to fill a Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy.

• Approved FY 2026-2027 Budget (4-3)
• Ratified increase in total property tax revenue for FY 2026-2027 (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance levying Ad Valorem Taxes for FY 2026-2027 (4-3)
• Decided not to fill Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy
• Approved TMLIRP Board of Trustees ballot selections (7-0)
• Approved September 3, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council meets Thursday, September 24, 2026, starting with a closed executive session on legal advice, the Interim City Manager's duties, two pending lawsuits, and a proposed amendment to the Lago Vista Little League agreement. In open session the council may ratify emergency wastewater treatment plant piping repairs, vote on releasing two public utility and drainage easements at 21534 Lakefront Drive, and give staff direction on the Comprehensive Plan Update and Future Land Use Map. A work session covers e-bike safety concerns and next steps for a Texas Water Development Board clean water funding application.

• Ratify emergency staff action authorizing repairs to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) lift station discharge piping
• Resolution No. 26-2226: release two five-foot public utility and drainage easements at 21534 Lakefront Drive (Country Club Estates, Section Five, Lots 910 and 911)
• Direction to staff on the Comprehensive Plan Update and Future Land Use Map (FLUM) following the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation
• Executive session on pending litigation: Alton Moore v. City of Lago Vista and Caelum Capital v. City of Lago Vista
• Work session on e-bike operations and safety on city streets, plus next steps for the Texas Water Development Board Clean Water State Revolving Fund application

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will consider adopting the FY 2026-27 budget, a property tax levy ordinance, and a resolution ratifying the tax revenue increase. The agenda also includes executive sessions on interim city manager duties and legal matters, followed by possible action. Citizen comments are scheduled, and the meeting may be continued if needed.

• Ordinance adopting FY 2026-27 budget (Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027)
• Ordinance levying ad valorem taxes for FY 2026-27
• Resolution ratifying property tax revenue increase per Texas Local Government Code 102.007(c)
• Taxpayer Impact Statement: median homestead tax bill would rise from $1,261.94 to $1,358.06 (approx. $96.12 increase)
• Executive session on interim city manager assignments and legal advice

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget work session regarding the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes a public hearing on mobile food vendor regulations and discussions on various city agreements and park re-zoning.

• Public hearing on amending the Code of Ordinances regarding mobile food vendors
• Reallocation of up to $20,600.00 for Bowden Point art pieces
• Discussion on re-zoning for a proposed park at 21003 Dawn Drive
• Discussion of an agreement with the Chamber of Commerce regarding HOT Fund reimbursement
• Budget work session for proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan

The Lago Vista City Council appointed Isaac Turner as Interim City Manager and approved an ordinance adding mobile food vendors and parks to zoning classifications. The council also authorized negotiations with the Chamber of Commerce regarding Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) funds, approved the acceptance of a donated sculpture for KLVB, and directed staff to begin rezoning for a proposed park at 21003 Dawn Drive. Additionally, the council approved multiple routine consent items and held a budget work session.

• Approved contract with SGR to appoint Isaac Turner as Interim City Manager (7-0)
• Approved mobile food vendor zoning ordinance amendment (7-0)
• Approved surplus property resolution No. 26-2220 (7-0)
• Approved utility easement releases resolution Nos. 26-2221 and 26-2222 (7-0)
• Approved TMLIRP Board of Trustees Election ballot (7-0)
• Approved August 20 and August 24, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to negotiate FY 25-26 and FY 26-27 HOT Fund agreements with Chamber of Commerce (6-1)
• Approved acceptance of donated sculpture to be installed by the artist (7-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2026-27 budget, which would raise the median homestead property tax bill by about $96.12. They will also vote on a resolution ratifying the tax revenue increase and an ordinance levying ad valorem taxes. The agenda includes several executive session items, including legal advice on a hotel occupancy tax agreement with the North Lake Chamber of Commerce.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of FY 2026-27 budget (Ordinance 26-09-17-01); median homestead tax bill would rise from $1,261.94 to $1,358.06
• Resolution 26-2223 ratifying property tax revenue increase for FY 2026-27
• Ordinance 26-09-17-02 levying ad valorem taxes for FY 2026-27
• Resolution 26-2224 to fill a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Discussion on interim filtration for Lago Vista Golf Course effluent irrigation system, including change order for flushing WYE strainers

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its June 23, 2026 minutes, discuss future meeting dates, and consider its 2026-2027 work plan activities. The agenda includes routine reports from the City Council liaison and staff, and a citizen comments period.

• Approval of June 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion on future GCAC meeting dates
• Discussion and possible action on 2026-2027 work plan activities

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposal to set a 2027 tax rate of $0.451988 per $100. They will also discuss selecting a date for a public hearing regarding the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, the Council will hold executive sessions regarding the Interim City Manager application process and legal matters involving Keep Lago Vista Beautiful.

• Proposal to adopt a 2027 tax rate of $0.451988
• Selection of a public hearing date for the FY 2026-2027 proposed budget
• Executive session regarding Interim City Manager applicants and application process
• Executive session regarding legal matters concerning Keep Lago Vista Beautiful (KLVB)

The City Council voted 7-0 to set the 2027 tax rate at $0.451988 and 7-0 to hold the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget public hearing on September 17, 2026. In a 7-0 vote, the council directed staff to implement its decision on the selected candidate for Interim City Manager following an executive session interview. The council took no action on two other executive session items: general legal issues and legal matters concerning Keep Lago Vista Beautiful (KLVB).

• Approved 2027 tax rate of $0.451988 (7-0, roll call vote)
• Approved September 17, 2026 as the date for the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget public hearing (7-0)
• Directed staff to implement the council's decision on the selected Interim City Manager candidate (7-0)
• No action taken on executive session legal issues related to agenda items
• No action taken on executive session legal matters concerning Keep Lago Vista Beautiful (KLVB)

City Council

The City Council will consider the FY 2026-2027 annual capital improvement program and budget planning. The meeting includes an executive session regarding the Interim City Manager application process and the potential creation of an Assistant City Manager position.

• CIP budget amendments
• FY 2026-2027 Annual Capital Improvement Program project list
• Citywide Performance Management Framework implementation
• Discussion on commercial trailers parked in residential public rights-of-way
• Proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and taxpayer impact

Lago Vista's City Council approved amendments to the Capital Improvement Program budget on a 6-0 vote and approved the minutes of the August 6, 2026 meeting, also 6-0. The council held an executive session on legal and personnel matters, including the Interim City Manager search and a possible Assistant City Manager position, and took no action on any of those four items. The council also discussed the proposed FY 2026-2027 CIP project list and budget, and gave staff direction on a citywide performance management framework, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved CIP budget amendments (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 6, 2026 City Council meeting (6-0)
• No action on executive session item on legal issues related to agenda items
• No action on executive session item on Interim City Manager applicants and application process
• No action on executive session item on organizational chart changes and creating an Assistant City Manager position
• No action on executive session item on TPIA record request requirements
• No action on citywide performance management framework; council gave staff direction

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several park-related items, including the development and budget for Dawn Circle Park, resurfacing pickleball courts, a golf ball study, a walkway at Sunset Park, and a parks survey. The committee will also discuss upcoming committee positions with a deadline of November 5, 2026. Citizen comments are permitted with a completed form.

• Discussion of Dawn Circle Park development and budget
• Discussion of resurfacing pickleball courts and golf ball study
• Discussion of walkway at Sunset Park
• Discussion of Parks survey
• Deadline to apply for Boards, Commissions and Committees is November 5, 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to amend zoning rules for mobile food vendors and discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, which includes a tax rate increase. The meeting also covers legal consultations regarding the City's contract with Cynergy Technology/Tyler Communications and the interim City Manager. Routine consent items include the release of utility easements and approval of surplus property disposal.

• Public hearing on ordinance adding 'Mobile Food Vendor' and 'Mobile Food Vendor Park' to zoning classifications
• Discussion of proposed FY 2026-2027 budget with a tax rate increase from $0.42 to $0.451988 per $100
• Executive session on legal issues regarding the City's agreement with Cynergy Technology/Tyler Communications
• Discussion of agreement with the Chamber of Commerce including HOT Fund reimbursement
• Discussion of next steps for a proposed park at 21003 Dawn Drive, including re-zoning

Economic Development Corporation

The Lago Vista Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on its workplan, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider a recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Commission regarding zoning on Dawn Dr. The board will also discuss a proposed deer mosaic artwork installation and potential funding for the TBA Douglas proposal, along with an update on a grant writer.

• Discussion and possible action on EDC workplan
• Approval of July 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Recommendation to Planning & Zoning Commission on zoning of Dawn Dr.
• Proposed installation of deer mosaic artwork
• Proposed funding for TBA Douglas proposal

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will hold a meeting to discuss several upcoming community initiatives. Discussion topics include the Lago Vista Trunk or Treat, e-bikes, and potential youth civic projects.

• Discussion of Lago Vista Trunk or Treat
• Discussion of E-bikes
• Discussion of Youth Civic Project
• Discussion of YAC meeting expectations
• Discussion of upcoming service opportunities

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially vote on a proposed 2027 tax rate of $0.451988 per $100 valuation and to select a date for a public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 budget. The meeting includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters, followed by open-session action on those items. Citizen comments are permitted, and the regular session reconvenes at 3:00 PM.

• Roll call vote on setting 2027 tax rate at $0.451988
• Selecting date for public hearing on FY 2026-2027 proposed budget
• Executive session on Interim City Manager applicants and process
• Executive session on legal matters regarding Keep Lago Vista Beautiful (KLVB)
• Taxpayer Impact Statement: median homestead tax bill would rise ~$96.12 to $1,358.06

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several significant items, including the use of Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras, a proposed ordinance to ban mass surveillance technology, and the sale of the Highland Lakes Golf Course. The agenda also includes a budget work session, a public hearing on the Tessera on Lake Travis Public Improvement District, and multiple executive session items for legal advice on these matters.

• Discussion and possible action on Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras
• Discussion of proposed ordinance prohibiting mass surveillance technology and flock cameras
• Executive session on purchase of property at 20406 Earhart Lane and World of Resorts Golf Course parcels (111.6268 acres)
• Executive session on sale and conveyance of Highland Lakes Golf Course and 2017 Public Utility Easement
• Consideration of FY 2026-2027 Budget Calendar and Capital Improvement Program project list

The City Council convened into executive session at 2:03 PM to discuss Flock cameras and receive legal advice from the City Attorney. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the minutes only record the call to order, roll call, and the executive session.

• Convened into executive session at 2:03 PM
• Discussed Flock cameras in executive session
• Received legal advice from City Attorney under Texas Gov't Code § 551.071

Board of Adjustment

The Lago Vista Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and take final action on a special exception request to exceed the maximum building height at 2007 Coolidge Lane. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings and hear routine reports from staff and the council liaison.

• Public hearing on special exception 26-3001-SP-E to increase height limit at 2007 Coolidge Lane (Lot 3023 Highland Lake Estates Section 3)
• Approval of minutes from January 5, 2026 and August 3, 2026
• Citizen comments period with registration form required
• Routine reports from City Council Liaison and City staff

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will consider amendments to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget, the proposed FY 2026-2027 CIP project list, and a citywide performance management framework. They will also discuss zoning rules on commercial trailers in residential rights-of-way and hold a budget work session. The meeting includes an executive session on legal and personnel matters, including the interim city manager search and a possible assistant city manager position.

• CIP budget amendments and FY 2026-2027 project list
• Citywide performance management framework with KPIs and merit pay
• Discussion of zoning ordinance Section 8-10 and City Code 6-65 on commercial trailers
• Budget work session with proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and taxpayer impact statement
• Executive session on interim city manager applicants and organizational changes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Lago Vista Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a modification to the Firefly Cove Planned Development District (PDD) covering approximately 211 acres, and discuss a possible subdivision regulations draft from a former council member. The agenda also includes citizen comments, staff and council liaison reports, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 26-2960-PDD-MOD: Consider and recommend a PDD Modification to the Firefly Cove PDD (Ordinance No. 21-09-02-01) on approximately 211 acres
• Consider and take possible action on a referral from City Council regarding subdivision regulations drafted by former Council Member Rob Durbin
• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026 and July 9, 2026 meetings