Lago Vista public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to canvass the returns of the November 4, 2025, General Election and consider an ordinance formalizing the results. The agenda also includes swearing in incoming members and farewell remarks for outgoing council members.

• Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. 25-11-13-01 canvassing the November 4, 2025, General Election returns
• Swearing in of incoming Council members and farewell remarks for outgoing members

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 25-11-13-01 to canvass the returns of the November 4, 2025, General Election. The meeting included the swearing-in of four incoming council members and the Mayor.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-11-13-01 canvassing November 4, 2025, General Election returns (5-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will consider several action items, including a resolution to establish a one-year cooling-off period before former council members can serve on city boards, and a contract for Phase 3 of the GIS refresh with LJB Engineering for $217,690. The council will also discuss emergency task force preparedness and hold a work session with incoming council members.

• Resolution 25-2178: one-year cooling-off period before former council members can serve on city boards/commissions
• Resolution 25-2177: prohibit concurrent appointments to multiple city boards/commissions
• Award ABIP, PC as independent auditor from RFQ 25-08
• Service agreement with LJB Engineering for GIS Refresh Phase 3 – $217,690
• Resolution 25-2166: election of a Mayor Pro-Tem

City Council appointed Norma Owen as Mayor Pro-Tem and assigned council members as liaisons to various city boards for 2026. The council also approved a new independent auditor and updated the city's authorized signatory list. A proposed 'cooling-off' period for former officials was rejected.

• Appointed Norma Owen as Mayor-Pro-Tem (7-0)
• Appointed Council liaisons for 2026 boards and commissions (various votes)
• Approved updating authorized signatory list to include Adam Benefield (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate agreement with ABIP, PC as independent auditor (7-0)
• Denied Resolution No. 25-2178 establishing a one-year 'cooling-off' period for former officials (0-7)
• Tabled $217,690 GIS Refresh agreement with LJB Engineering (4-3)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2177 prohibiting concurrent appointments to specific boards (7-0)
• Canceled Dec 18 meeting and moved Jan 1, 2026 meeting to Jan 6, 2026 (7-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including a five-year lease agreement with United Ag & Turf for golf course maintenance equipment totaling $192,908.28. Action items include filling a Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy, amending personnel interaction ordinances, and dedicating parkland in the Tessera on Lake Travis subdivision. The council will also convene in executive session to discuss legal matters and evaluate the city manager.

• Consent agenda: Resolution 25-2163 authorizing a $192,908.28 five-year lease with United Ag & Turf for golf course maintenance equipment
• Action item: Fill a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission due to Jeff Flauding's resignation
• Action item: Amend Ordinance 24-09-19-03 to clarify councilmember access to information and city manager authority
• Action item: Resolution 25-2164 dedicating parkland in the Tessera on Lake Travis subdivision and correcting a scrivener's error on a pool property deed
• Executive session: Legal consultation on a discrimination complaint and a civil action against the city, plus city manager evaluation

City Council approved a resolution to re-appoint the Presiding Municipal Judge and amended an ordinance regarding personnel interaction procedures. Several items, including a golf course equipment lease and a parkland dedication resolution, were tabled for further review.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-2162 re-appointing the Presiding Municipal Judge (5-0)
• Approved amended Ordinance No. 24-09-19-03 regarding personnel interaction procedures (5-0)
• Approved October 2 and October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 25-2163 for a $192,908.28 golf course equipment lease
• Tabled filling a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 25-2164 regarding Tessera on Lake Travis parkland dedication (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on two zoning change requests: one to correct errors in the Lago Vista Town Centre Planned Development District, and another to rezone a property on Bronco Lane to allow a carwash. The commission will also hold a work session to set annual objectives and consider approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Zoning amendment to correct errors in the Lago Vista Town Centre PDD at 7708 Lohman Ford Road and 20601 FM 1431
• Rezoning request from C-1C to C-2 for a proposed carwash at 8019 Bronco Lane
• Work session to discuss annual work plan and objectives for 2024
• Consideration of minutes from January 11, 2024 regular meeting

The Commission approved two amendments to Chapter 14 of the City Code regarding consistency with Building and Standards recommendations and the withdrawal of zoning applications. Members also established a 2024 work plan prioritizing the update of subdivision regulations. The consent agenda was tabled due to errors in previous meeting minutes.

• Approved amendment to Chapter 14 Sections 6.75 and 19 to align with Building and Standards Commission recommendations (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 14 Section 15.10 limiting unilateral withdrawal of zoning applications or appeals (Unanimous)
• Tabled consent agenda for January 11, 2024, minutes pending corrections (Unanimous)
• Prioritized review and update of subdivision regulations (Chapter 10) as the highest 2024 work plan objective
• Prioritized addressing meeting timing and notification requirements for 2024
• Prioritized review of the tree ordinance for 2024
• Prioritized Chapter 14 amendments and home-based business regulations as lower 2024 priorities

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests from Temporary Restricted to General Commercial Retail, a new Comprehensive Plan, and a growth management ordinance amendment. They will also discuss a site design review for a proposed Dairy Queen restaurant that includes a request to waive a Traffic Impact Assessment.

• Public hearing on rezoning 4.035-acre tract (ID 984238) from TR-1 to C-2
• Public hearing on rezoning 3.776-acre tract (ID 999032) from TR-1 to C-2
• Public hearing on adoption of a new Comprehensive Plan for Lago Vista
• Discuss and consider a Site Design Review with TIA waiver for a Dairy Queen at RM 1431 & Dodge Rd
• Discuss dormant Planned Development Districts and potential policy changes

The commission approved a request to rezone a 4.035-acre parcel to General Commercial Retail with specific access and platting conditions. A subcommittee was formed to review the New Comprehensive Plan, and action on that plan was postponed. The commission also elected a new chairperson.

• Elected Lynda Aird as chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4.035-acre tract (ID NO. 984238) from TR-1 to C-2 General Commercial Retail (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council direct staff to review a traffic impact analysis for three tracts (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee (Rachael Rich, Linda Aird, Jeff Flauding) to review the comprehensive plan (unanimous)
• Postponed action on the New Comprehensive Plan until subcommittee completes work (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will discuss and possibly take action on adding a new Section 7.05 (Building and Standards Commission), a draft whistleblower protection provision, and revisions to Articles VII through XI of the City Charter. They will also consider Recommendation #14 regarding Sections 3.06 and 4.01. The meeting includes citizen comments and routine reports from council and staff liaisons.

• Discussion and possible action on adding Section 7.05 (Building and Standards Commission) to the City Charter
• Discussion and possible action on a draft whistleblower protection provision
• Discussion and possible action on revisions to Charter Articles VII (Boards and Commissions), VIII (Financial Procedures), IX (Taxation), X (Franchises and Public Utilities), and XI (General Provisions)
• Discussion and possible action on Recommendation #14 concerning Sections 3.06 and 4.01

The committee recommended adding a Building and Standards Commission section and whistleblower protections to the city charter. It also proposed amending budget oversight procedures and council member access to city staff. A proposal regarding citizen-petitioned independent audits was tabled.

• Approved May 7, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended adding Section 7.05 to establish a Building and Standards Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended adding Section 11.19 for expanded whistleblower protections (4-1)
• Recommended amending Section 8.02 to require budget procedures be established by ordinance (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Section 8.15 regarding citizen-petitioned independent audits
• Recommended amending Section 3.06(a) to allow council access to specific city employees (4-1)

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on City Charter Articles IX (Taxation), X (Franchises and Public Utilities), and XI (General Provisions), as well as Section 3.06f. The committee will also approve minutes from its May 21, 2025 meeting and hear routine reports from council and staff liaisons.

• Discussion and possible action on Charter Articles IX (Taxation), X (Franchises and Public Utilities), XI (General Provisions)
• Discussion and possible action on Section 3.06f
• Approval of minutes from May 21, 2025 meeting

The committee unanimously recommended two specific language revisions to the City Charter regarding record-keeping and conflict interpretation. One proposal to revise gift rules for employees failed to receive a second, and a request for legal clarity on Section 11.17 was issued.

• Approved May 21, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended striking 'by microfilm or other photographic process' from Section 11.03 (unanimous)
• Recommended adding a paragraph to Section 11.15 regarding transparency and accountability in charter conflicts (unanimous)
• Proposed revision to Section 11.06 regarding employee gifts failed to receive a second
• Deferred discussion of Section 3.06f to the next meeting

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a 'CRC Lessons Learned' document and to review City Council's comments and questions regarding the committee's recommendations. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and routine reports from council and staff liaisons.

• Discussion and action on developing a 'CRC Lessons Learned' document
• Discussion of City Council's comments and questions on CRC recommendations
• Approval of minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the June 18, 2025, meeting minutes with edits. Members established a framework for a 'lessons learned' document to guide future charter reviews and discussed several City Council inquiries regarding mayoral authority and personnel processes.

• Approved June 18, 2025, minutes with edits (Unanimous)
• Established framework for 'CRC Lessons Learned' document
• Determined that Recommendation #5 regarding council access to city employees stands

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss the City of Rockport's charter terms and their applicability to Lago Vista. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and routine liaison reports.

• Discuss City of Rockport, Texas Charter's terms and applicability to City of Lago Vista
• Approval of Minutes of September 17, 2025 Charter Review Committee Meeting

The committee approved the September 17, 2025, meeting minutes. Members discussed various sections of the Rockport, Texas, Charter to determine if similar structures or requirements regarding council size, term limits, and financial reporting should be integrated into the Lago Vista Charter.

• Approved September 17, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss the City of Celina, Texas Charter's terms and their applicability to Lago Vista. The agenda includes routine reports from council and staff liaisons, as well as citizen comments. No binding decisions are scheduled beyond the minutes approval.

• Discuss City of Celina, Texas Charter's terms and applicability to City of Lago Vista
• Approval of Minutes of September 3, 2025, Charter Review Committee meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025, meeting. Members reviewed the City of Celina's charter to identify potential additions or wording improvements for the Lago Vista Charter, including discussions on term limits and indemnification.

• Approved September 3, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on drafts of Section 3.09 and Article III of the city charter. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting, citizen comments, and liaison reports.

• Discussion, consideration, and possible action on Section 3.09 drafts
• Discussion, consideration, and possible action on Article III - 'THE CITY COUNCIL'
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025 meeting

The committee voted on revisions to the City Charter regarding the City Council and definitions. They recommended deleting a portion of Section 4.01 and adding a definition for 'Official Notice'.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Voted 3-2 to not recommend revisions to Section 3.17 except for Scrivener’s corrections
• Voted 4-1 to add 'Official Notice' to the proposed definitions list in Section A
• Voted unanimously to recommend deleting a portion of Section 4.01 (lines 641-645)
• Voted unanimously to table the reopening discussion on Section 3.06

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a rezoning request for a tattoo parlor at 20811 Dawn Drive, and on potential amendments to zoning notice requirements and height limits. They will also consider final plat approval for Firefly Cove Phase 1A and 1B.

• Public hearing on rezoning 20811 Dawn Drive, Suite 200 from C-1A to C-1A (SUP) for a tattoo parlor
• Consideration of amendment to Section 13.40 of Chapter 14 regarding property owner notices for public hearings
• Consideration of amendment to Table A of Chapter 14 to correct height limit inconsistency in R-1T district
• Final plat approval for Phase 1A and 1B of Firefly Cove
• Election of officers for calendar year 2024

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended several ordinance amendments and a special use permit for a tattoo studio. The commission also voted to elect its officers for 2024 and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended approval of special use permit for tattoo parlor at 20811 Dawn Drive (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of amendment to Section 13.40 regarding public hearing notices (Unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to Table A of Chapter 14 to increase R-1T district height to 35 feet (Approved)
• Elected Tom Monahan as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Don Johndrow as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved December 14, 2023, meeting minutes with corrections (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and discuss three potential amendments to Chapter 14 of the city code. These address consistency with Building and Standards Commission recommendations, limits on unilateral withdrawal of zoning applications, and updates to zoning district references. No votes on specific projects or developments are on the agenda.

• Potential amendment to Section 6.75 and Section 19 of Chapter 14 for consistency with Building and Standards Commission recommendations on Chapter 3
• Potential amendment to Section 15.10 of Chapter 14 to restrict unilateral withdrawal of zoning applications or appeals
• Potential amendment to Section 4, Section 8, and Section 18 of Chapter 14 to update zoning district references per Ordinance 23-09-07-04 and relocate industrialized (modular) housing provisions

The Commission approved an amendment to limit when zoning applications or appeals can be unilaterally withdrawn. It also approved modifications to Chapter 14 to align with Building and Standards Commission recommendations. A proposed amendment regarding zoning district references and modular housing was tabled.

• Approved amendment to Section 15.10 of Chapter 14 limiting unilateral withdrawal of zoning applications (Unanimous)
• Approved modification to Chapter 14 (Sections 6.75 and 19) to align with Building and Standards Commission recommendations (Unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to Section 4, 8, and 18 of Chapter 14 regarding zoning districts and modular housing (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold an executive session to consult with legal counsel. This discussion concerns legal questions related to a contract with Dunnick, Inc. d/b/a Dunnick Golf.

• Executive session consultation regarding contract with Dunnick, Inc. d/b/a Dunnick Golf

The City Council voted to cancel a contract with Dunnick, Inc. d/b/a Dunnick Golf after determining the bid process failed to follow procurement policy and state law. The Council intends to have an engineering firm design a new irrigation system for the golf course and send the project out for rebid.

• Canceled contract with Dunnick, Inc. d/b/a Dunnick Golf (6-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council is holding a special called meeting to convene in executive session for legal consultation on hiring policy and to deliberate on the Interim City Manager's recommendation to make an offer of employment for the Director of Development Services. After the closed session, the council may reconvene in open session to take action on these items.

• Executive session for legal consultation on hiring policy (Texas Gov't Code 551.071)
• Executive session to deliberate on offer of employment for Director of Development Services (Texas Gov't Code 551.074)
• Possible open-session action on the employment offer and hiring policy

The City Council met in a special session to discuss hiring policies and personnel. The Council unanimously approved the Interim City Manager's recommendation to offer employment for the Director of Development Services.

• Approved offer of employment for Director of Development Services (6-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed executive session for legal and personnel matters, then reconvene to act on those items. In open session, they will receive annual reports, hold a budget workshop, and consider several action items including a $1.3 million street repaving contract, a development code review, and changes to water restrictions. The agenda also includes consent items such as election ordinances and a resolution urging Travis County to avoid a property tax increase.

• Award $1,317,305.60 bid to Lone Star Paving Company for RFP 25-07 to repave over 23 city streets
• Consider Amendment No. 2 to effluent ponds repair design project for golf course irrigation
• Authorize Freese and Nichols to perform Development Code Review and Diagnostic Service
• Consider removing Stage 2 Water Restrictions per Drought Contingency Plan
• Approve Resolution 25-2144 urging Travis County to avoid property tax increase for flood recovery

City Council awarded a street repaving contract to Lone Star Paving Company and approved a development code review by Freese and Nichols. The council also removed Stage 2 water restrictions and approved a $55,000 golf course irrigation design proposal from Les Hill.

• Approved $1,317,305.60 contract to Lone Star Paving Company for repaving 23+ streets (Unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 proposal from Les Hill for golf course irrigation design (Unanimous)
• Authorized Freese and Nichols to perform a Development Code Review and Diagnostic Service (Unanimous)
• Removed Stage 2 water restrictions and returned to normal status (Unanimous)
• Amended Drought Contingency Plan to change 'shall' to 'may' regarding termination of restriction stages (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 General Election procedures and Joint Election Agreement with Travis County (Unanimous)
• Approved disposition of surplus Police Department property (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution urging Travis County to avoid property tax increases (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will consider a $1.86 million contract amendment with Garver Engineering for the design of a wastewater treatment plant expansion. Other action items include dedicating parkland in the Tessera subdivision, adopting a purchasing policy for FY 2026, and discussing a short-term rental ordinance. The council will also evaluate the city manager in closed session.

• Amendment to Garver Engineering contract for wastewater treatment plant expansion design, not to exceed $1,864,090
• Resolution dedicating required public parkland in Tessera on Lake Travis subdivision by Hines Lake Travis Land II Limited Partnership
• Approval of Resolution No. 25-2155 adopting the Purchasing & Procurement Policy for Fiscal Year 2026
• Discussion on short-term rental (STR) ordinance
• Discussion on Tessera PID Disclosures and potential policy direction

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will consider several rezoning requests, including two parcels from temporary restricted (TR1) to general commercial retail (C-2) and one from C-1A to C-2 at 8039 Bronco Ln. The council will also vote on forming a Type B Economic Development Corporation and discuss revisions to the short-term rental ordinance. The meeting includes a closed executive session to evaluate the city manager and consult with legal counsel.

• Rezoning 4.035 acres (PID 984238) from TR1 to C-2 with conditions (Ordinance 25-10-16-01)
• Rezoning 3.776 acres (PID 999032) from TR1 to C-2 with conditions (Ordinance 25-10-16-02)
• Rezoning 1.8681 acres at 8039 Bronco Ln from C-1A to C-2 (Ordinance 25-10-16-03)
• Approval of formation documents for Lago Vista Type B Economic Development Corporation
• Discussion of revisions to Short-term Rental Ordinance (Section 22.23)

The City Council approved the formation documents and board members for the Lago Vista Type B Economic Development Corporation with specific amendments. Council also updated the Subdivision Ordinance and appointed representatives to the Capital Area Council of Governments. A sub-committee was created to review the Short-term rental Ordinance.

• Approved Lago Vista Type B EDC formation documents and board members (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-10-16-06 amending Subdivision Ordinance (7-0)
• Appointed Shane Saum and Adam Benefield to the Capital Area Council of Governments (7-0)
• Created STR Ordinance sub-committee including Shane Saum, Adam Benefield, Jordan Strohmeyer, and Jillian Doherty (7-0)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will discuss and possibly act on a City Council request to conduct a full rewrite of the Lago Vista City Charter for the 2026 ballot. The committee will also consider member availability, adding a new member, and changing meetings from twice monthly to once monthly. Additionally, the committee may approve a 'Lessons Learned/Recommendations' document for the next CRC.

• Discussion and possible action on full charter rewrite for 2026 ballot
• Consideration of adding a new committee member
• Proposed change to meeting schedule from twice monthly to once monthly
• Possible approval of 'CRC Lessons Learned/Recommendations to the Next CRC' document

The Charter Review Committee unanimously recommended initiating a full rewrite of the city charter for a 2026 election. The committee also approved a 'Lessons Learned' document and requested that City Council provide an attorney for future meetings.

• Approved July 2, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 'Lessons Learned/ Recommendations to the Next CRC' document (unanimous)
• Recommended full rewrite of City Charter for 2026 ballot (unanimous)
• Requested Council appoint one or two additional committee members
• Decided to maintain twice-monthly meeting schedule
• Requested Council provide an attorney for future meetings

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee will discuss and consider possible action on draft revisions to Section 3.09, a new definition for 'Official Notice,' and multiple articles of the city charter (IV through VIII). The meeting also includes citizen comments, liaison reports, and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on draft of Section 3.09
• Discussion and possible action on adding 'Official Notice' to Definitions Section A
• Discussion and possible action on Articles IV (Administrative Services), V (Nominations and Elections), VI (Initiative, Referendum, and Recall), VII (Boards and Commissions), and VIII (Financial Procedures)
• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2025 meeting

The Charter Review Committee voted on several recommendations to amend the city charter, including new procedures for filling council vacancies and requiring majority votes for council elections. The committee also proposed adjusting petition thresholds for referendums and recalls.

• Approved replacing Section 3.09 to establish new rules for filling council vacancies (Unanimous)
• Approved adding 'Official Notice' to the charter definitions list (Unanimous)
• Approved recommending Section 5.04 require council election by majority vote (Unanimous)
• Denied reducing Section 6.01 petition threshold from 10% to 5% (2-3)
• Denied reducing Section 6.02 petition threshold from 15% to 5% (2-3)
• Approved reducing Section 6.02 petition threshold from 15% to 10% (Unanimous)
• Approved reducing Section 6.08 recall petition threshold from 10% to 5% (4-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 16, 2025 (Unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss Resolution 25-2148, elect a vice-chairperson, and initiate charter review work. The agenda also includes welcoming new members and approving prior meeting minutes. This meeting is not subject to the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Discuss terms of Resolution 25-2148
• Elect a Vice-Chairperson
• Initiate Charter Review Commission work
• Approval of minutes from August 6, 2025 meeting
• Welcome new members

The committee elected Gene Harris as Vice-Chairperson and approved the minutes from August 6, 2025. Members will begin reviewing the NCL Model Charter and TML Charter handbook independently. The committee plans to compare the Lago Vista draft charter with the City of Aubrey Charter at the next meeting.

• Elected Gene Harris as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved August 6, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss the City of Aubrey, Texas's charter terms and their applicability to Lago Vista. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and routine reports from council and staff liaisons. The meeting is not subject to the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of City of Aubrey, Texas' Charter terms and applicability to Lago Vista

The committee approved the minutes from the August 27, 2025, meeting. Members reviewed the City of Aubrey's charter to identify potential items for the Lago Vista Charter.

• Approved August 27, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly approve its 2025 Annual Report to Council and 2025 Work Plan Activities. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and setting future meeting dates. No financial or zoning items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2025 meeting
• Discussion and possible action on GCAC 2025 Annual Report to Council
• Discussion and possible action on GCAC 2025 Work Plan Activities
• Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates

The committee approved the 2025 Annual Report to be presented to City Council on August 7. Staff reported that the redesign of the irrigation system has begun, with installation expected to start early next year.

• Approved minutes from 6/24/2025
• Approved 2025 Annual Report
• Scheduled next meeting for 8/26 at 6:30

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on its 2025 work plan activities and future meeting dates. The agenda also includes citizen comments, staff and council liaison reports, and approval of July 22, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on GCAC 2025 work plan activities
• Discussion and possible action on GCAC future meeting dates
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. Staff reported that irrigation contracts were awarded and revenue and rounds are up 50% from last year.

• Approved minutes from 7/22/2025

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly approve its 2025 work plan and annual report to the City Council. The committee will also set future meeting dates and hear a presentation from KLVB. The meeting includes routine staff and council liaison reports.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Work Plan
• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Annual Report to Council
• Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates
• KLVB presentation

The committee agreed to proceed with a proposed mural on the side of the golf course clubhouse using a local vendor. Staff reported year-to-date revenue of $623k against $860k in expenses. The committee approved the May 27, 2025 minutes.

• Approved proposal for clubhouse mural
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes
• Set next meeting for 7/22/2025 at 6:30

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will consider approving its April 22, 2025, minutes and discuss its 2025 work plan and annual report to the City Council. Future meeting dates will also be discussed. The meeting includes citizen comments and routine reports from the City Council liaison and staff.

• Approval of April 22, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 GCAC Work Plan
• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 GCAC Annual Report to Council
• Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates

The committee approved the minutes from April 22, 2025, and accepted two primary topics for its work plan. Members were assigned sub-topics to research before the next meeting. The committee scheduled its annual report to the council for August 7.

• Approved minutes from 4/22/2025
• Accepted Work Plan Topic A: actions to optimize the financial position of the Lago Vista Golf Course
• Accepted Work Plan Topic B: reinforce the overall value of the LVGC to residents and non-residents
• Scheduled annual report to council for August 7
• Set next meeting for 6/24/25 at 6:30

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will consider approving its March 2025 minutes and discuss inputs for the city's Comprehensive Plan, its 2025 work plan, and future meeting dates. No specific financial or project details are listed.

• Discussion on Comprehensive Plan inputs
• Review of GCAC 2025 Work Plan
• Setting future meeting dates

The committee approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting. Members discussed irrigation system pressure testing, revenue increases, and coordination with the Comprehensive Plan committee and EDAC.

• Approved minutes from 3/25/2025
• Scheduled next meeting for 5/27/25 at 6:30

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly act on comprehensive plan inputs, its 2025 work plan, and future meeting dates. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and routine reports from staff and council liaison.

• Discussion and possible action on Comprehensive Plan Inputs
• Discussion and possible action on GCAC 2025 Work Plan
• Discussion and possible action on GCAC Future Meeting Dates
• Approval of meeting minutes from 02/25/25

The committee approved the February 25, 2025, meeting minutes and scheduled the next meeting for April 29. Members discussed the need for further coordination with Parks & Rec and Economic Development to improve the course's role as a revenue generator.

• Approved minutes from 2/25/25
• Scheduled next meeting for 4/29

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to evaluate the city manager and discuss an ETJ release petition. In open session, the council will consider several action items, including a resolution to nominate candidates for the Travis Central Appraisal District board, directing staff to review the PID policy for parkland maintenance, and an ordinance to amend building codes for drainage regulations. The agenda also includes a work session on the FY 25-26 budget and updates from various committees.

• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 25-18-09-01 amending building codes for drainage regulations
• Discussion and possible action on resolutions to release or vacate utility easements at 20600 Hoover Cove, 20605 Hudson Cove, 21100 Buena Vista, 6605 Verde Vista, 21301 Boggy Ford, and 3133 Nobel Circle
• Discussion and possible action on adopting a resolution to nominate candidates for the Travis Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Discussion and possible action to direct staff to review and suggest amendments to the PID Policy for public parkland maintenance responsibilities
• Work session on the FY 25-26 Budget Workshop

City Council nominated Councilmember Roberts to the Travis Central Appraisal District board. The council also referred four airport-related items to the Airport Advisory Board for further review. Several items regarding PID policy, building codes, and utility easements were tabled due to incomplete information.

• Nominated Councilmember Roberts for the Travis Central Appraisal District board (6-0)
• Forwarded zoning overlay, fuel tank needs, cost sharing, and Grant Assurance #24 review to the Airport Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Tabled PID Policy maintenance review for public parkland
• Tabled amendment to Building Regulations regarding drainage modernization
• Tabled resolutions for releasing or vacating utility easements

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. Following the hearing, the Council will consider adopting the budget and levying ad valorem taxes.

• Public hearing for the FY 2025-2026 proposed city budget
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-09-25-01 regarding the city budget
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-09-25-02 regarding ad valorem tax levies
• Resolutions for releasing or vacating utility easements at various locations
• Taxpayer impact: median homestead property tax estimated at $1,439.44 for FY 2025/26

City Council unanimously approved the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. The Council also voted to decrease the property tax rate to 0.42 per $100 valuation. Additionally, the Council approved the release of utility easements for four specific properties.

• Adopted FY 2025-2026 Budget via Ordinance No. 25-09-25-01 (Unanimous)
• Approved property tax rate of 0.42 per $100 valuation via Ordinance 25-09-25-02 (Unanimous)
• Approved releasing/vacating utility easements at 21301 Boggy Ford, 4305 Cooper Lane, 3002 Constitution, and 21709 Oak Drive (6-1)
• Approved August 21, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. No specific proposals or decisions are listed; the agenda is procedural.

• Budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

The City Council held a budget workshop to establish targets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, including a target tax rate of 0.42. The council reached consensus on funding limits for the North Lake Chamber of Commerce and Keep Lago Vista Beautiful.

• Consensus to limit North Lake Chamber of Commerce funding to $100,000 via reimbursement for HOT-eligible expenses
• Consensus to fund Keep Lago Vista Beautiful approximately $34,000, excluding the Bound Point trail
• Consensus on a target tax rate of 0.42 to fund general operations without a utility fund transfer
• Consensus to require a contract with deliverables and clawback provisions for Chamber funding

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt a 2026 tax rate of $0.42000 and set dates for a public hearing and vote on the FY 25/26 budget. They will also consider releasing easements without council approval and amending zoning and platting ordinances. The meeting includes executive sessions on legal issues involving former employees and gifting funds to non-profits.

• Discussion and possible adoption of a 2026 tax rate of $0.42000
• Discussion of the FY 2025-2026 proposed annual budget
• Action on Resolution No. 25-2149 to authorize the City Manager to release easements without council approval
• Action on Ordinance No. 25-09-04-01 amending Chapter 14 (Zoning) to clarify agenda item eligibility and notice periods
• Action on Ordinance No. 25-09-04-02 amending Chapter 10 on public notice and signage for preliminary plat hearings

City Council approved the 2026 tax rate at the no-new-revenue rate following a failed motion to set it lower. The council also approved zoning ordinance amendments and scheduled a budget vote for September 25, 2025.

• Approved July 24, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-09-04-01 amending Zoning Code Chapter 14 regarding agenda eligibility and notice periods (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to set 2026 tax rate at $0.42000 (4-3)
• Approved 2026 tax rate at $0.430564 no-new-revenue rate (4-3)
• Scheduled budget workshop for Sept 11, 2025, and budget/tax rate vote for Sept 25, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution No. 25-2149 regarding easement releases
• Tabled Ordinance No. 25-09-04-02 regarding plat hearing signage and directed staff to return with finalized language (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with a work session covering budget, water/wastewater capacity, and a feasibility study. Action items include a new noise disturbance ordinance (up to $2,000 fine per day), an annual service plan update for the Tessera on Lake Travis Public Improvement District, and approval of a golf course irrigation design contract. The council will also discuss a civil settlement offer in a municipal court case and appoint members to the Charter Review Commission.

• Ordinance 25-08-21-02: new noise disturbance regulations with penalty up to $2,000 per offense per day
• Ordinance 25-08-21-01: annual Service Plan update and amendment for Tessera on Lake Travis Public Improvement District
• Resolution No. 25-2145: rescinding and replacing the Development and Building Advocacy and Support Subcommittee
• Discussion and possible action on golf course irrigation design contract
• Civil settlement offer in State of Texas v. Dustin Grant, Lago Vista Municipal Court

Council adopted a new noise ordinance with specific exemptions for golf course maintenance and approved a golf course irrigation design contract. The council also updated the Tessera on Lake Travis PID service plan and appointed two members to the Charter Review Commission. Decisions on non-profit grant funding were postponed.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-08-21-02 regulating noise disturbances (Unanimous)
• Approved golf course irrigation design contract (Unanimous)
• Approved Ord. No. 25-08-21-01 updating Tessera on Lake Travis PID Service Plan (6-1)
• Appointed Jen Grunewald and Mark Douglas to Charter Review Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2145 establishing Development Support Building Sub-Committee (5-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2146 for golf clubhouse exterior mural (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2147 releasing easement 2008043815 (Unanimous)
• Postponed decisions on non-profit grant funding

City Council Special Called Meeting

The Lago Vista City Council will consider approving Resolution No. 25-2138 to confirm the City Manager's appointment of Scott Dunlop as Development Services Director. The meeting also includes a workshop session to discuss the upcoming FY2026 budget and the city's goals, wants, and needs.

• Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 25-2138 approving Scott Dunlop as Development Services Director
• Workshop discussion of the current and upcoming FY2026 City of Lago Vista Budget
• Workshop discussion regarding the goals, wants and needs for the City of Lago Vista

The City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Scott Dunlop to lead Development Services. Council members also held a workshop session to discuss the FY2026 budget, tax rates, and infrastructure priorities.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-2138 appointing Scott Dunlop as Development Services Director (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with a work session on new Texas laws, a consent agenda including appointment of an Associate Municipal Court Judge, and action items on amending an effluent ponds repair design and possibly removing Stage 2 water restrictions. The council will also discuss disannexation policy in executive session.

• Discussion and possible action to remove March 20, 2025 Stage 2 Water Restrictions per city and LCRA Drought Contingency Plans
• Discussion and possible action on amendment No. 2 to effluent ponds repair design and authorization for golf course irrigation design project
• Action regarding Resolution No. 25-2143 approving appointment of Associate Municipal Court Judge David Yturri and Professional Services Agreement
• Work session to discuss new Texas legislative laws effective immediately
• Executive session consultation on legal questions related to disannexation policy per Local Government Code Sec. 43.142

The City Council approved the June 5, 2025, meeting minutes. Several items, including the appointment of an Associate Municipal Court Judge and water restriction removals, were tabled until the August 7 meeting.

• Approved June 5, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Tabled appointment of Associate Municipal Court Judge David Yturri (7-0)
• Tabled effluent ponds repair design and golf course irrigation design project (7-0)
• Tabled removal of March 20, 2025, Stage 2 Water Restrictions (4-3)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss and possibly initiate a process for revising the entire city charter. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and reports from council and staff liaisons.

• Discussion to establish a revision work plan for the entire city charter

The committee deferred decisions on which model charter to use and the timeframe for public posting of ordinances until more members are appointed. The August 20 meeting was cancelled and rescheduled for August 27.

• Approved July 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Deferred selection of charter draft version (Rockport, Aubrey, Celina, or NCL Model)
• Deferred discussion on public posting timeframe for ordinances
• Cancelled August 20 meeting and scheduled special meeting for August 27

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a work session to discuss possible changes to the city charter, actions regarding the Tessera development and parkland dedications, and adoption of a new public parkland disclosure section. The council will also consider a COPS Hiring Program grant application, a budget amendment for capital projects, and several resolutions and ordinances on the consent agenda.

• Discussion on possible changes to the City Charter from the Charter Review Committee
• Discussion on actions regarding Tessera development and parkland dedications
• Discussion on adopting new Section 10.606 – Public Parkland Disclosure and Communication Requirements
• Action on Ordinance No. 2025-06-26-01 affirming the city as a Constitution honoring community
• Discussion and possible action on authorizing police department to apply for COPS Hiring Program Grant for FY 2025

City Council approved a budget amendment to allocate funds for omitted capital improvement projects, including an effluent disposal project. The council also ratified personnel actions for two directors and approved a police hiring grant application.

• Approved Ordinance No. 26-06-26-02 for capital improvement projects, including $3.475M for effluent disposal (5-1)
• Approved COPS Hiring Program grant application for a new police officer (6-0)
• Ratified personnel action concerning Interim City Manager Taylor Whichard (6-0)
• Ratified personnel action concerning former Development Services Director Ed McRoy (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2137 establishing the Development and Building Advocacy and Support Subcommittee (7-0)
• Denied Ordinance No. 2025-06-26-01 regarding a Constitution honoring community (2-4)
• Approved adding sections of the failed Constitution ordinance to standard operating procedures (7-0)
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes and CAPCOG 2026 request for $1,122.00

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on three rezoning requests, consider awarding a $500,064.75 construction bid for the Sunset Park driveway, and discuss several policy items including a charter review, water/wastewater master plan, flood response, and a home-based business ordinance update. The agenda also includes multiple executive session items for legal and personnel matters, and a consent agenda with the construction bid and an engineering services award.

• Award $500,064.75 bid to Mills Construction for Sunset Park driveway (RFP 25-05)
• Public hearing to rezone 8039 Bronco Ln from C-1A to C-2 (1.8681 acres)
• Public hearing to rezone 4.035-acre tract on Lohman Ford Rd from TR-1 to C-2
• Public hearing to rezone 3.776-acre tract on Lohman Ford Rd from TR-1 to C-2
• Adopt Resolution 25-2141 committing to zero roadway fatalities (SS4A plan)

The City Council approved the appointment of a Parks and Recreation Director and the promotion of a Finance Director. The council also approved four land-use projects, including three rezoning requests and one subdivision concept plan, and awarded two infrastructure contracts.

• Approved David Scott-Montgomery as Director of Parks & Recreation (6-0)
• Approved promotion of Nicole Navarro to Finance Director (6-0)
• Approved offer to potential candidate for City Secretary (6-0)
• Awarded $500,064.75 Sunset Park driveway contract to Mills Construction (6-0)
• Awarded WTP#3 Upgrade engineering design to Walker Partners (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 8039 Bronco Ln to C-2 General Commercial/Retail (6-0)
• Approved 15-lot single family subdivision concept plan for 32.42 acres (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of two tracts on Lohman Ford Road to C-2 with no storage or gas stations (6-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 1, 2025, starting with an executive session covering legal advice on short-term rental regulation, code enforcement, personnel matters, and litigation. In open session, the council will discuss and possibly act on budget amendments, zoning ordinance changes, a police vehicle purchase, and formation of a citizen bond oversight committee.

• Discussion of 2025-2026 budget wish-list and priority items
• Possible purchase of a 2025 Ford PIU Interceptor for $76,872 for police
• Ordinance to amend the current fiscal year budget for a City Hall AC replacement
• Proposed amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations regarding application completeness and growth management
• Possible formation of a Finance Subcommittee to support financial reporting during transition

The City Council authorized a five-year lease for nine police vehicles and formed a Finance Subcommittee to assist with reporting and planning. Other actions included approving a budget amendment for City Hall air conditioning and accepting public infrastructure for Firefly Cove. Several zoning and growth management items were tabled.

• Approved lease of 6 replacement and 3 additional police vehicles for estimated $99,539.28 annually (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-05-01-01 to replace non-functioning City Hall air conditioning unit (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-05-01-02 to convey Park Drive right-of-way to Lago Vista Property Owners Association (6-0)
• Approved formation of Finance Subcommittee with Councilors Prince, Owen, and Saum (6-0)
• Approved Master Services Interlocal Agreement with Texas State University (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2126 to accept public infrastructure in Firefly Cove Phases 1A and 1B (6-0)
• Repealed Resolution No. 21-1898 and named Hill Country News as official newspaper (6-0)
• Tabled Citizen Bond Oversight and Transparency Committee, zoning amendments, and stop sign installation

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, action items, and an executive session. Key decisions include approving a revocable license agreement for a fence encroachment on public right-of-way, discussing a permit fee waiver, and considering several resolutions on development enforcement, a private cemetery, and a citizen bond oversight committee.

• Approval of Resolution No. 25-2124 for a revocable license agreement with Robert W. and Sally Ruggiero for a fence encroachment on Constitution Dr. and Highland Lake Dr.
• Discussion on a waiver of permit extension fee for a residential project at 1307 Robin Trl (Permit No. 10928).
• Ordinance No. 2025-05-15-01 to remove daily citation authority and add abatement and permit-level remedies for development violations.
• Resolution No. 25-2125 granting consent for a private family cemetery at 3421 Lohmans Ford Road.
• Resolution No. 25-2128 establishing a Citizen Bond Oversight and Transparency Committee.

Council adopted a 'Sunshine Policy' to improve government transparency and updated zoning ordinances to require a 15-day notice period for rezoning and site plan requests. The body also established a development advocacy subcommittee and approved a private family cemetery resolution.

• Approved 'Sunshine Policy' Resolution No. 25-2129 (7-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment requiring 15-day notice for requests (7-0)
• Established Development and Building Advocacy and Support Subcommittee (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2125 for private family cemetery at 3421 Lohmans Ford Road (7-0)
• Approved installation of third stop sign at Boggy Ford Rd, Highland Lakes Dr, and Emerald Dr (7-0)
• Waived permit extension fee for 1307 Robin Trl (6-1)
• Approved employee separation agreement (7-0)
• Tabled mural installation at Rusty Allen Airport indefinitely (7-0)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests to change parcels along Lohman Ford Road from TR-1 to C-2 General Commercial Retail. The council will also consider ordinances on growth management, enforcement, and local preference, as well as a $499,979 contract for Sunset Park driveway construction. Several items are scheduled for executive session, including legal advice on a golf irrigation contract and personnel matters.

• Public hearing: Rezone 4.035-acre tract (Property ID 984238) to C-2 General Commercial Retail, west side of Lohman Ford Road
• Public hearing: Rezone 3.776-acre tract (Property ID 999032) to C-2 General Commercial Retail, west side of Lohman Ford Road
• Award $499,979 to Mills Construction for Sunset Park driveway (RFP 25-05) with budget amendment of $124,979
• Approve Bennett Paving change order of $107,620.92 for Sunset Park paving
• Ordinance 2025-06-05-04: Add Chapter 15 'Growth Management and Infrastructure Coordination' for development applications

City Council adopted a new Growth Management and Infrastructure Coordination ordinance and approved a pilot for AI-powered agent teams in city operations. The council also approved a $107,620.92 paving change order for Sunset Park and updated the EDC bylaws.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-06-05-04 establishing Growth Management and Infrastructure Coordination (5-1)
• Approved pilot for AI powered agent teams to assist city operations (6-0)
• Approved $107,620.92 Bennett Paving change order for Sunset Park (5-1)
• Approved bylaws for Type B Economic Development Corporation (4-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-2133 urging LCRA to equitably manage Lake Travis (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-06-05-03 to eliminate daily citations for continuing violations (5-1)
• Approved permit extension fee waiver for 21313 Cardinal Lane (5-1)
• Tabled rezoning requests for two parcels on Lohman Ford Road (6-0)

City Council

This is a special called meeting with the sole substantive item being an executive session to interview potential city manager candidates and receive legal advice. The council will reconvene afterward to take any necessary action. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 for city manager candidate interviews
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 for legal advice related to the interviews
• Possible action after reconvening from executive session

The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct city manager interviews and receive legal advice in executive session. No substantive actions or decisions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will discuss and possibly award a $2,917,882.45 contract to repave over 47 city streets, consider amending speed limits on Lohman Ford Rd and Boggy Ford Rd, and vote on a new Sunshine Policy. The meeting also includes closed executive sessions on legal matters, a development agreement, and city manager interviews.

• Award Bennett Paving bid for RFP 25-04 at $2,917,882.45 to repave over 47 city streets
• Ordinance 25-04-17-02 amending speed limit on Lohman Ford Rd
• Ordinance 25-04-17-03 amending speed limit on Boggy Ford Rd
• Resolution 25-2124 adopting City of Lago Vista Sunshine Policy
• Discussion on renaming greenspace as 'Friends of the Library Park'

The City Council approved a multi-million dollar street repaving contract and authorized the Mayor to hire a new City Manager. Several ordinances regarding speed limits and public pool fees were passed, while a proposed stop sign installation was tabled.

• Awarded $2,917,882.45 bid to Bennett Paving for 47 city streets (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to negotiate and execute contract with new City Manager (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-04-17-01 amending Public Pool Use fee schedule (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-04-17-02 amending Lohman Ford Rd speed limit (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 25-04-17-03 regarding Boggy Ford Rd speed limit indefinitely (6-1)
• Tabled installation of third stop sign at Boggy Ford Rd, Highland Lakes Dr, and Emerald Dr (6-1)
• Approved renaming greenspace to 'Library Friends Park' (7-0)
• Referred Dormant PDD policy framework to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-1)

City Council

The Lago Vista City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on legal matters including a golf course irrigation contract dispute and an employment claim. In open session, the council will discuss safety hazards at pickleball courts from the driving range, consider raising pool fees and adding party rentals, and review draft zoning amendments.

• Discussion of safety hazards at pickleball courts due to driving range
• Consideration of raising pool fee schedule and adding parties
• Discussion of draft amendment to Chapter 14 (Zoning) of city code
• Discussion of draft amendment establishing agenda eligibility for Planning and Zoning Commission applications
• Executive session on litigation related to golf course irrigation contract with Duininck, Inc.

City Council adopted a new Integrated Pest Management Program and approved improvements to a wall at the Police Department. The Council also raised pool fees and referred two zoning code amendments to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approved Integrated Pest Management Program (7-0)
• Approved improvements to the wall at the Police Department on 20413 Dawn Dr. (7-0)
• Approved raising pool fee by 50 cents and denied closing the pool for parties (6-1)
• Approved final edits to Employee Handbook pg. 73, Section 1: Rules Governing Holidays (7-0)
• Referred draft amendment to Chapter 14 (Zoning) to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Referred draft amendment to Chapter 14 (Zoning) regarding application eligibility to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Directed City Attorney to act on employment-related claims of J. Bartholomew (7-0)
• Tabled Impact Fee CIP Evaluation until the first meeting in May (7-0)

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly act on comprehensive plan inputs, its 2025 work plan, and future meeting dates. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 28, 2025, and routine reports from staff and council liaison.

• Discussion and possible action on comprehensive plan inputs
• Discussion and possible action on GCAC 2025 work plan
• Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates
• Approval of meeting minutes from 01/28/25

The committee approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting. Discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan and the GCAC Work Plan were held, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved minutes from 1/28/25

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will discuss and possibly take action on Article III of the City Charter, which covers the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine liaison reports.

• Discussion and possible action on City Charter Article III - 'THE CITY COUNCIL'
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting

The Charter Review Committee recommended several amendments to Article III of the City Charter. Key changes include requiring five Council members to remove a member from office and establishing lesser penalties for violations. The committee also recommended technical revisions to sections regarding special meetings and quorum rules.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Voted not to recommend a 'duty to report' policy in Section 3.06 (unanimous)
• Recommended Section 3.08 amendment requiring 5 Council members for removal and adding penalties of censure, suspension, or loss of voting rights (unanimous)
• Recommended adding 'to present evidence' to Section 3.08 hearing rights (unanimous)
• Recommended deleting a duplicitous sentence on Special Called Meetings in Section 3.11 (unanimous)
• Recommended clarity edits to quorum and adjournment language in Section 3.12 (unanimous)
• Recommended revisions to Section 3.16 regarding signing authority (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Lago Vista Charter Review Committee will discuss and possibly amend City Charter sections on council members and the city council structure. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion on City Charter Section 3.06 Council Members
• Discussion on City Charter Article III - 'THE CITY COUNCIL'
• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2025 meeting

The Charter Review Committee recommended a specific transition process to move council members to staggered 3-year terms. The committee also voted to reject recommending term limits for the current election and approved updates to the City Charter section regarding council members.

• Elected Mike Slaughter as Vice Chair (4-1)
• Recommended continuing with five members instead of replacing the resigned Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Recommended forwarding Charter Sec 3.06 a. and b. to council (4-1)
• Recommended forwarding Charter Sec 3.06 c. through j. to council (unanimous)
• Voted to revise the transition process for 3-year terms to a 2-2-2 cadence (3-2)
• Voted to reject recommending term limits for this election (3-2)
• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)