Taylor County public meetings in 2024

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss new initiatives for downtown Taylor, including walking tours and a new format for Breakfast Bites in 2025. The board will also consider actions to support local small businesses and review the Downtown Master Plan update.

• Discussion and possible action on downtown walking tours
• Decision on a new 2025 format for Breakfast Bites
• Discussion on support for struggling small businesses in Taylor
• Update on the Downtown Master Plan
• Approval of board training and work plan revision session

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The TIF #1 Board will approve the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes and receive the December financial statement for the TIF #1 fund. It will discuss and consider granting facade improvement funds for 113 and 115 East 3rd Street. The board will also consider recommending that the City Council increase the sign‑grant reimbursement from $1,500 to $3,000. Finally, it will consider items to add to the January 15, 2025 TIF #1 board meeting agenda.

• Approve minutes from the November 18, 2024 TIF #1 board meeting
• Receive the December financial statement for the TIF #1 fund (informational)
• Consider facade improvement grants for 113 and 115 East 3rd Street
• Consider recommending increasing sign‑grant reimbursement from $1,500 to $3,000
• Consider items to be added to the January 15, 2025 TIF #1 board meeting agenda

City Council

The Taylor City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes, a construction contract for the Bull Branch Interceptor Improvements project, and amendments to the FY2024 budget. Several public hearings will be held to introduce ordinances for a voluntary annexation of 163.25 acres, a 300‑foot cell tower, an employment center plan, and a neighborhood plan. Additional regular agenda items include an update on the new City Hall/Justice Center project, a mobile shower proposal, a police resource program, and a new kennel technician position.

• Award construction bid for Bull Branch Interceptor Improvements to Joe Bland Construction, LLC
• Approve Ordinance 2024-46 amending the FY2024 budget
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-01 for voluntary annexation of ~163.25 acres at 1051 County Road 401
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-02 for a 300‑foot cell tower at 118 Cratis Lane
• Consider update on new City Hall / Justice Center project

The Taylor City Council approved the consent agenda items, including the Bull Branch Interceptor Improvements construction bid to Joe Bland Construction, LLC, and Ordinance 2024-46 amending the FY 2024 budget after correcting a formula error. They also received an update on the new City Hall/Justice Center project and directed staff to proceed. The council voted 3-1 to move forward with preparing an agreement with TCAN for a mobile shower proposal. Several ordinances were introduced on first reading (annexation, cell tower SUP, employment center plan, neighborhood plan) but no action was taken on them.

• Approved Bull Branch Interceptor Improvements bid to Joe Bland Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-46 amending FY 2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1, 3, 5, 6, 7 (unanimous)
• Received City Hall/Justice Center update and directed next steps (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare TCAN mobile shower agreement (3-1, Cobb opposed)
• Approved new Kennel Technician position and temporary funding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R24-28 casting 40 votes to Lisa Birkman for WCAD board (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinances 2025-01 through 2025-04 on first reading (no action)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Taylor Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on several land development items. It will consider disapproval of the Nyle Maxwell Minor Subdivision plat and approval of the IMarket America Preliminary plat. The commission will also recommend an alternative landscape plan and fee relief for the Boxwood Two Site Development. Additional discussion will cover recent City Council actions and the Land Development Code.

• Disapproval of Nyle Maxwell Minor Subdivision Plat (PZ-2024-2291)
• Approval of IMarket America Preliminary Plat (PZ-2024-2258)
• Recommendation for Alternative Landscape Plan and fee relief for Boxwood Two Site Development (PZ-2022-1456)
• Update on City Council actions related to commission referrals
• General discussion of the Land Development Code

Public Arts Advisory Board

The Public Arts Advisory Board will approve the September 25 meeting minutes and receive financial reports from accounts 100-440-359 and 100-592-813. New business includes discussion of a request to add a supplies reimbursement of up to $200 for artists working on Potter’s Alley mural projects, funded from account 100-592-813. The board will also consider a mural proposal submitted by artist Nick Ramos for the same alley. Continuing business includes reports from the Portal Project, Music on Main Concert, and Potter’s Alley Mural committees.

• Approve minutes from the September 25, 2024 Public Arts Advisory Board meeting
• Receive financial reports from account 100-440-359 and account 100-592-813
• Discuss request to add a $200 supplies reimbursement for artists on Potter’s Alley murals (funded by 100-592-813)
• Consider mural proposal from artist Nick Ramos for Potter’s Alley
• Receive reports from Portal Project, Music on Main Concert, and Potter’s Alley Mural committees

Main Street Advisory Board

The Taylor Main Street Advisory Board will review board appointments, discuss downtown walking tours, and receive financial statements and activity reports. The meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

• Approve October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receive November financial statements for Main Street 100-524 and 123 Main Street Revenue funds
• Discuss downtown walking tours
• Receive Main Street and Special Events monthly activity report
• Receive Downtown Business and Property Report

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Taylor TIF #1 Board will approve minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting and receive financial reports. It will consider two grant requests: a facade improvement grant for roof work at 208 N. Main Street and a sign grant for KINCL House of Antiques at 200 W. 2nd Street. The board will also receive information on board appointments and downtown tree maintenance.

• Approve TIF #1 board meeting minutes from October 16, 2024
• Receive TIF #1 financial reports (information)
• Consider approval of a Facade Improvement Grant request from John Jones for roof work at 208 N. Main Street
• Consider approval of a Sign Grant application from Barb Sellars, co-owner of KINCL House of Antiques at 200 W. 2nd Street
• Receive information regarding TIF #1 board re‑appointments/appointments

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and take action regarding 2024 Bond Projects. The board will also receive updates on programs and events.

• Discussion and action on 2024 Bond Projects
• Programs and Events Update

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The Moody Museum Advisory Board will meet to discuss the coordination of the Taylor Christmas Homes Tour. The board will also receive reports on the Salute to the Troops event and city work at the museum.

• Coordination of the Taylor Christmas Homes Tour
• Report on the Salute to the Troops Event
• Reports from the Louis K. Ned Fund and Nancy Moody bequest
• Report from Friends of the Moody Museum
• Report on City work at the Museum

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Taylor Zoning Board will approve the August 6, 2024 meeting minutes and conduct public hearings on several variance requests for a 19.617‑acre property on Mallard Lane, covering parking, façade, glazing, and signage standards. The board will also hear a variance request for signage standards at 201 N. Main Street. After the hearings, the board may take action on each request.

• Approve minutes from the August 6, 2024 meeting (Consent Agenda).
• Hold a public hearing on a parking and vehicle circulation variance (Section 5.4.1) for the Mallard Lane property (PZ-2024-2314).
• Hold a public hearing on a façade buildout variance (Section 4.3.1.4) for the Mallard Lane property (PZ-2024-2314).
• Hold a public hearing on a glazing standards variance (Section 5.3.7.2) for the Mallard Lane property (PZ-2024-2314).
• Hold a public hearing on a signage variance (Section 5.10.2) for 201 N. Main Street (PZ-2024-2342).

City Council

The City Council will discuss construction and engineering contracts for the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center. The body is also considering a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024 and a zoning request for an infill neighborhood plan.

• Ordinance 2024-45: Infill Neighborhood Plan for 1120 W. Lake Drive
• Ordinance 2024-46: Amending the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center construction bid from GCreek Construction
• Engineering and testing contract with Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. for the aquatic center
• Permit Process Audit contract award to Berry Dunn

Animal Control Board

The Animal Control Appeals Board and Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to discuss outdoor kennel climate control and provide updates on staffing and the Trap, Neuter, Release program.

• Discussion of alternative climate control measures for outdoor kennels
• Update on the Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) program for cats
• Update on staffing and training
• Approval of August 28, 2024 minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several conditional approvals for subdivision plats and will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a cell tower, an employment center plan, and various subdivision variances. Items on the consent agenda include routine approvals such as minutes and conditional approvals of the Spring Creek Phase 2 and Taylor Pointe plats. The meeting will also include an update on City Council actions related to the commission’s referrals.

• Conditional approval of Spring Creek Phase 2 Final Plat (~20.40 acres) at N. Drive & NW Carlos G. Parker Blvd.
• Conditional approval of Taylor Pointe Subdivision Preliminary Plat (~39.015 acres) at 715 Carlos G. Parker Blvd. SW
• Public hearing on a special use permit to construct a 300‑foot cell tower at 118 Cratis Lane
• Public hearing on an employment center plan (“427 Loop”) covering ~28.594 acres along Carlos G. Parker Blvd. SW
• Public hearing on a subdivision variance for sidewalks in RCR‑Taylor Logistics Park (~490.09 acres) at 201 FM 3349

City Council

The City Council will discuss several neighborhood plan requests and infrastructure projects, including sewer and drainage improvements. The body is also considering fleet purchases and internet service agreements. A public hearing is scheduled regarding building types and heights at 1120 W. Lake Drive.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-45 for building types and heights at 1120 W. Lake Drive
• Infill Neighborhood Plan request at 215 Commercial Drive (Ordinance 2024-43)
• Neighborhood Plan amendment for Davis Tract Phase 2 west of Backwood Pass (Ordinance 2024-44)
• Construction contract for Mustang Creek Drainage Improvements with Ranger Excavating
• Interlocal Agreement with Williamson County for Corridor A2 Project design and construction costs

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The Moody Museum Advisory Board will meet on October 17, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. to review the Christmas decorations available at the museum. The agenda includes a call to order, citizen communication, a consent agenda of routine items, and a regular agenda item to assess, discuss, and possibly act on the decorations. The board may vote on or recommend actions regarding the decorations.

• Consent agenda items (non‑controversial routine matters)
• Assess, discuss, and possibly act on Christmas decorations for the Moody Museum

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special called session to review and discuss the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) workshop. This discussion focuses on the 2025 debt issue.

• CIP Workshop for the 2025 Debt Issue

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss planning for the Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade. The meeting also includes reports on facility maintenance, rental metrics, and program updates.

• Discussion and planning for Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade
• Review of September 2024 rental facility revenue totaling $4,125.00
• Director's report on maintenance and project updates
• Programs and events update

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will receive routine reports and financial information, review the upcoming 2025 National Main Street Accreditation report and the 2024 results, and discuss two new items: broken storefront windows and rocks in planted beds downtown, and ideas for a special draw to attract residents, visitors, and shoppers. The board will make recommendations on the storefront and draw items to the City Manager and Council.

• Approve August 18, 2024 meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Receive September financial reports (Consent Agenda)
• Review 2025 National Main Street Accreditation report and 2024 results
• Discuss broken storefront windows and rocks in planted beds; recommend actions to City Manager and Council
• Discuss recommendations for a special draw for residents, visitors, and shoppers

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Taylor City TIF #1 Board will approve the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes and receive the TIF #1 financial reports as information. It will review and discuss a Facade Improvement Grant presented by Ed Hile for his property at 106 E. 2nd Street. The board will also receive an update on the Downtown Bench and Trash Can Project.

• Approve MSAB meeting minutes from September 18, 2024
• Receive TIF #1 financial reports (informational)
• Consider approving Facade Improvement Grant for 106 E. 2nd Street
• Update on Downtown Bench and Trash Can Project

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss tree care and maintenance updates. The board will also hold a planning discussion for Arbor Day 2024.

• Tree Care and Maintenance Update
• Arbor Day 2024 Planning & Discussion
• Approval of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Taylor Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on several consent agenda items, including approval or disapproval of subdivision plats. It will hold public hearings on a subdivision variance for sidewalks at 14501 Hwy 79 and on neighborhood plan recommendations. The meeting will also include updates on City Council actions and a discussion of short‑term rental approval processes.

• Approve The Retreat at Mallard Final Plat (19.617‑acre tract near Mallard Lane and Jason Drive)
• Disapprove Taylor Pointe Subdivision Preliminary Plat (715 Carlos G Parker Blvd SW, ~39.015 acres)
• Disapprove Taylor North Bull Branch Creek Townhomes Subdivision Improvement Plan (~7.747 acres)
• Conditional approval of RCR‑Taylor Logistics Park Replat Phase Two, Block Two, Lots 1‑3A at 201 FM 3349
• Public hearing on subdivision variances for sidewalks at 14501 Hwy 79 (69.015‑acre tract)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet on October 2, 2024 at 6 PM in City Hall’s large conference room. The commission will review and approve the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes as a consent agenda item. The commission will discuss training on Chapter 6 of the Taylor Made Land Development Code, presented by Jan Harris. No other business is listed.

• Approve August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Discuss HPC Training: Chapter 6 historic preservation of the Taylor Made Land Development Code (Jan Harris)

City Council

The Taylor City Council will consider several routine items, including a fee ordinance for FY 2025 and a resolution to award the HOME Program management contract to Langford Community Management Services. Public hearings will be held on two neighborhood plan proposals: an Infill Neighborhood Plan at 215 Commercial Drive and an amendment to the Davis Tract Phase 2 plan west of Backwood Pass. The Council will also review task orders with HDR Engineering and an interlocal agreement for reimbursement with the Taylor Economic Development Corporation.

• Consider Ordinance 2024-38 establishing fees for city services for Fiscal Year 2025
• Approve resolution R24-26 awarding HOME Program management contract to Langford Community Management Services
• Hold public hearing on Ordinance 2024-43 for Infill Neighborhood Plan at 215 Commercial Drive
• Hold public hearing on Ordinance 2024-44 amendment to Davis Tract Phase 2 Neighborhood Plan west of Backwood Pass
• Consider Task Orders 56, 57, and 58 with HDR Engineering and interlocal agreement with Taylor Economic Development Corporation for reimbursement

Public Arts Advisory Board

The Taylor Public Arts Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its August 28, 2024 meeting and receive financial reports from accounts 100-440-359 and 100-592-813. It will hear reports from the Portal Project Committee, the Music on Main Concert Committee, and the Potter's Alley Mural Committee. The board will also receive a presentation and consider possible action to reinvigorate the Piano Project, a downtown art initiative intended to boost tourism and quality of life.

• Approve minutes from the August 28, 2024 Public Arts Advisory Board meeting
• Receive reports from account 100-440-359 and account 100-592-813
• Consider possible action on reinvigorating the Piano Project
• Receive report from the Portal Project Committee
• Receive report from the Music on Main Concert Committee

Civil Service Commission

The Taylor County Civil Service Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and review appeals for a Police Corporal Exam held on September 5, 2024. The meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024, at 8:30 AM in the Council Chambers.

• Approve minutes from March 20, 2024, meeting
• Review and consider appeals for Police Corporal Exam held on September 5, 2024

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will review and approve the minutes from the August 2024 meeting. It will hear a directors report covering maintenance items, facility and rental metrics, and a construction project update. The board will also receive an update on the Parks Master Plan and Capital Improvement Plan. Finally, the board will identify items for the next meeting and set the October 16, 2024 meeting date.

• Review and approve minutes of the August 2024 regular meeting
• Directors report: maintenance items, facility and rental metrics, construction project update
• Programs and events update
• Parks Master Plan and Capital Improvement Plan update
• Identify items for next meeting and set next meeting date

The Taylor Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its July 17, 2024 meeting. The board received reports on maintenance, projects, and programs, but took no other formal votes. Key updates included the upcoming Memorial Track reconstruction and the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center bid process.

• Approved minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will review a report from Lionheart Places regarding the Downtown Master Plan Update. Members will discuss how to strengthen the plan by identifying the special draw of historic downtown Taylor.

• Report from Lionheart Places for the Downtown Master Plan Update
• Information on the 2024 Supporting Small Businesses on Main Street course
• Project update on Available Storefront Windows
• Project update on Heritage Square Farmers Market
• New City Hall Advisory Committee Report from John McRae

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board will meet to discuss purchasing additional trash cans for downtown. The board is requesting Council approval to amend the FY 25 budget to cover these costs.

• Request for Council approval to amend TIF #1 FY 25 budget for downtown trash cans
• Report on encumbered grant funds from FY 23-24
• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The Moody Museum Advisory Board will meet on September 17, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Dan Moody Museum. The board will consider routine consent items, including approving the June 23, 2024 minutes and receiving reports from the Louis K. Ned Fund, the Nancy Moody bequest, and Friends of the Moody Museum. The regular agenda includes discussion and possible action on the Salute to Veterans event scheduled for November 10, an update on the Past Perfect cloud program, a proposal for the Spell Caster Ghost Tours fundraiser, and planning items for the November meeting.

• Approve minutes from June 23, 2024 (consent agenda)
• Receive report from the Louis K. Ned Fund and the Nancy Moody bequest
• Discuss coordination of the Salute to Veterans event (Nov 10)
• Discuss proposal for the Spell Caster Ghost Tours fundraiser
• Identify items for the November meeting, including elevator contract update and pressure‑wash building bricks

City Council

The Taylor City Council will consider several ordinances, including adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2025, fixing and levying the ad valorem tax for the 2024 tax year, and establishing fees for city services for FY2025. Other items include a special‑use permit for lodging at 520 W. 10th Street, amendments to the land development code, a modification to the noise ordinance, and an amendment to the annexation development agreement with Mark and Cheryl Frederick. The council will also receive an update on the Parks Master Plan and discuss possible cancellation or rescheduling of upcoming council meetings.

• Ordinance 2024-36 – Adopt the FY2025 annual budget
• Ordinance 2024-37 – Fix and levy the ad valorem tax for the 2024 tax year (FY2025)
• Ordinance 2024-38 – Establish fees for city services for FY2025
• Ordinance 2024-39 – Special use permit for lodging at 520 W. 10th Street
• Amend annexation development agreement with Mark and Cheryl Frederick

The City Council adopted the FY2025 budget and approved a property tax rate of $0.591368 per $100 valuation, a 6.76% increase, both by 4-1 votes with Councilwoman Cobb opposing. The consent agenda, including several ordinances and the audit services contract, was approved unanimously. A public hearing on the tax rate was held with no public comments. The council also received the Parks Master Plan update and canceled three upcoming meetings.

• Adopted FY2025 budget (Ordinance 2024-36) 4-1
• Ratified $2,924,500 property tax revenue increase over FY2024 4-1
• Approved tax rate of $0.591368 per $100 valuation (Ordinance 2024-37) 4-1
• Approved consent agenda including special use permit, Taylor 50 employment center, land development code amendments, noise ordinance change, and audit services 5-0
• Received Parks Master Plan and Capital Improvement Plan update unanimously
• Canceled October 10, November 28, and December 26, 2024 council meetings unanimously

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several disapproval motions for subdivision plats on the consent agenda. It will hold public hearings and make recommendations on an Infill Neighborhood Plan at 215 Commercial Drive and an amendment to the Davis Tract Phase 2 Neighborhood Plan. A withdrawn special‑use permit request for lodging at 120 Mammoth is noted but not considered. The meeting will conclude with an update on City Council actions referred by the commission.

• Consider Disapproval of the Davis Tract Phase 1 Preliminary Plat (PZ‑2024‑2088)
• Consider Disapproval of The Retreat at Mallard Final Plat (PZ‑2024‑2143)
• Public hearing on Infill Neighborhood Plan at 215 Commercial Drive (PZ‑2024‑2109)
• Public hearing on amendment to Davis Tract Phase 2 Neighborhood Plan (PZ‑2024‑2102)
• Update regarding City Council actions referred by the Planning and Zoning Commission

The Taylor Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included disapproval of several plats and plans, and approved an Infill Neighborhood Plan at 215 Commercial Drive, an amendment to the Davis Tract Phase 2 Neighborhood Plan, and a withdrawn special use permit item. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including disapproval of Davis Tract Phase 1 Preliminary Plat, The Retreat at Mallard Final Plat, Taylor Pointe Subdivision Preliminary Plat, Taylor North Bull Branch Creek Townhomes Subdivision Improvement Plan, and Gradient Technology Park/iMarket Final Plat, Subdivision Improvement Plan, and Preliminary Plat (6-0)
• Approved Infill Neighborhood Plan at 215 Commercial Drive (6-0)
• Approved Davis Tract Phase 2 Neighborhood Plan amendment with stipulated warrants and variances (6-0)
• Withdrawn: Special Use Permit for lodging at 120 Mammoth (applicant withdrew)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes for approval. Commissioners will review the progress of the Preservation Boot Camp training program. A training presentation will provide a deep dive into Ordinance No. 2023-55 § 6.

• Approve August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review progress of Preservation Boot Camp training
• Training presentation on Ordinance No. 2023-55 § 6

Public Arts Advisory Board

The Public Arts Advisory Board will approve the July 24 meeting minutes and receive financial reports from two city accounts. It will discuss and possibly act on the Good Life public art project proposed for Murphy Park and review bids for festoon lighting. The board will also receive reports from the Portal Project Committee, the Music on Main Concert Committee, and the Potter's Alley Mural Committee, and will identify items for the September meeting.

• Approve minutes from July 24, 2024 meeting
• Receive report from account 100-440-359 and account 100-592-813
• Consider Good Life’s Public Art Project in Murphy Park
• Consider Festoon Lighting Bids
• Receive reports from Portal Project, Music on Main Concert, and Potter's Alley Mural committees

Animal Control Board

The Animal Control Board is reviewing a proposal to remodel the outdoor dog kennel building to improve climate control. The project, estimated to cost $182,000, involves replacing overhead doors with insulated walls and installing a new HVAC system.

• Review of HVAC analysis and proposed $182,000 kennel remodel
• Discussion of $14,625 spent on new industrial and oscillating fans
• Review of $84,855.60 roll door installation from 2023
• Review of $14,625 in new fan purchases and installation
• Review of $4,875 Big Ass Fans and $9,750 Kruse Electric work

Library Advisory Board

The Taylor Public Library Advisory Board will discuss new member appointments, review the Library Meeting Room Policy, and receive reports on staffing, programming, and budget matters. They will consider recent purchases such as blood pressure cuffs and explore creating a Library of Things. The board will also receive an update on the City of Taylor budget and discuss new meeting room tables.

• Introduction of new Board members Jerrie Inman and Isabelle Mitura
• Review of the Library Meeting Room Policy
• Hiring of Technology Librarian Rachel Sims and Youth Services Librarian Rachel Sims (summer intern)
• Purchase of blood pressure cuffs for circulation
• Consideration of a Library of Things program

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will receive information and make a decision on a mural application submitted by David Heap for the Kincl Building at 200 W. 2nd Street. The board will also discuss and decide on a sign grant request from Steven Piper, owner of Outpost 512 at 302 N. Main Street. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Mural application for the Kincl Building, 200 W. 2nd Street
• Sign grant request from Steven Piper, Outpost 512, 302 N. Main Street

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold a public hearing on the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and consider Ordinance 2024-36 to adopt that budget. Council members will also consider Ordinance 2024-37 to fix and levy the ad valorem tax for the 2024 tax year (FY 2025) and set an upper limit for the tax rate. Additional items include proposed zoning, special use, and employment center ordinances that will be heard publicly.

• Public Hearing on the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 (Ordinance 2024-36)
• Ordinance 2024-37 fixing and levying the ad valorem tax for the 2024 tax year (FY 2025)
• Ordinance 2024-38 place‑type zoning change from P2.5 – Large Lot to P3 – Neighborhood at 1120 W Lake Drive (application withdrawn)
• Ordinance 2024-39 Special Use Permit for lodging without a full‑time on‑site operator at 520 W. 10th Street
• Ordinance 2024-40 Employment Center Plan (Taylor 50) located at 369C CR 395

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will discuss 2024 Bond recommendation rankings and agreements for the Boy and Girl Scout Building. Members will also receive reports on a mobile shower proposal and current construction projects.

• 2024 Bond recommendation rankings
• Boy and Girl Scout Building Agreements
• Mobile shower proposal from Taylor Center for Assistance and Navigation
• Construction project update

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will review grant applications for facade and sign improvements. The board will also discuss the Downtown Master Plan update and reports on downtown beautification and marketing.

• Facade Improvement Grant request for Howard Theater at 306 N Main Street
• Sign Grant application for Brocato Wellness at 107 W 4th Street
• Downtown Master Plan update
• Taylor Main Street Car Show report
• Purchase of downtown banners and hardware for period light poles

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Taylor TIF #1 Board will meet on August 21, 2024 at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting and receiving a report on the TIF #1 Board membership. No other items are listed for new or continuing business.

• Approve minutes from the June 18, 2024 TIF #1 Board meeting
• Receive report on TIF #1 Board membership

City Council

The Taylor City Council and Taylor ISD Board of Trustees are meeting for a joint session. The agenda includes general updates from the city and a presentation on the PASA Demographic Study.

• PASA Demographic Study Presentation
• General City of Taylor Update

City Council

The special called City Council meeting will include a presentation on the Council Relations Policy. Council members will discuss the policy and any possible actions. All other agenda items are procedural, such as call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and public comments.

• Presentation on the Council Relations Policy with discussion of possible actions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning change at 1120 W. Lake Drive and a Special Use Permit for lodging at 520 W. 10th Street. The body will also consider recommendations for the Taylor 50 Employment Center Plan and amendments to the City of Taylor Land Development Code.

• Proposed zoning change from P2.5 – Large Lot to P3 – Neighborhood at 1120 W. Lake Drive
• Special Use Permit request for lodging without a full-time on-site operator at 520 W. 10th Street
• Recommendation for the Taylor 50 Employment Center Plan at 369C CR 395
• Subdivision Variance request for utilities and sidewalks at 14501 Hwy 79
• Proposed amendments to the City of Taylor Land Development Code Chapters 1 through 7

City Council

The City Council will discuss several land use plans, including a 1,500-acre employment district and two smaller neighborhood and employment plans. The body will also address traffic zoning on FM973 and schedule a public hearing for the FY2025 Budget.

• Ordinance 2024-34: Small Area Plan - Special Employment District North (approx. 1,500 acres)
• Ordinance 2024-32: Turner Springs Neighborhood Plan (approx. 99 acres at 450 CR 398)
• Ordinance 2024-33: iMarket Employment Center Plan (approx. 212 acres at Carlos G. Parker Blvd, SE and FM 112)
• Ordinance 2024-35: Zoning for traffic and rate of speed on portions of FM973
• Scheduling of Public Hearing for FY2025 Budget

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss and make recommendations for a presentation to the Council on August 22, 2024. Members will also receive training on the National Register of Historic Places.

• Recommendations for August 22 Council presentation
• Training on the National Register of Historic Places
• Selection of September training topic

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will first approve the minutes from its May 7, 2024 meeting. It will then hold a public hearing on a variance request for fencing on approximately 0.16 acres at 915 Cecelia Street. After the hearing, the board will take action on the same variance request. Public comments not on the agenda are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing on variance for fencing at 915 Cecelia Street (0.16 acres)
• Board action/decision on the fencing variance request
• Citizen communication: public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Taylor City Council will consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes from the July 11 meeting and the July 18 budget workshop, a resolution to approve an MOU between the Taylor Independent School District and the Taylor Police Department for school resource officer positions, and an amendment to the cooperation agreement with Williamson County for CDBG participation. The council will also hold public hearings to introduce three ordinances: a neighborhood plan for Turner Springs, an employment center plan called iMarket, and a small area plan for a Special Employment District North. An additional ordinance will address zoning for traffic and speed on portions of FM 973. The meeting may include an executive session on Project Sam and Project Star.

• Approve minutes from the July 11, 2024 Council meeting and the July 18, 2024 budget workshop
• Consider Resolution R24-24 approving an MOU between Taylor ISD and Taylor Police Department for School Resource Officer positions
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-32 for the Turner Springs Neighborhood Plan (≈99 acres at 450 CR 398)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-33 for the iMarket Employment Center Plan (≈212 acres at Carlos G. Parker Blvd, SE and FM 112)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-34 for the Small Area Plan – Special Employment District North (≈1,500 acres)

Public Arts Advisory Board

The board will consider a policy for canceling Music on Main and plan working groups for funded goals in Potter’s Alley. The meeting also includes receiving reports on the Portal Project and the resignation of Cayla Cardiff.

• Determination of policy to cancel Music on Main
• Planning for funded goals in Potter’s Alley
• Review of account 100-440-359 and account 100-592-813
• Potential reimbursement to St. Vincent DePaul up to $4,000.00 for Potter's Alley mural
• Report from Portal Project Committee

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The Moody Museum Advisory Board will meet to approve past minutes, receive financial and organizational reports, and discuss event planning including a Salute to Veterans, window treatments, and a Spell Caster Ghost Tours fundraiser. The board may also review a Past Perfect database update and plan items for the September meeting.

• Approve minutes from May 21, 2024
• Receive report from Louis K. Ned Fund and Nancy Moody bequest
• Discuss coordination of Salute to Veterans event
• Discuss window treatments for the museum
• Discuss Spell Caster Ghost Tours Fundraiser

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss tree care and maintenance updates. The board will plan for Arbor Day 2024 and conduct nominations and elections for board positions.

• Arbor Day 2024 planning and discussion
• Board position nominations and elections
• Tree Care and Maintenance update
• Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special called workshop to review and discuss the FY2025 Preliminary Budget. This session is the first budget workshop for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Budget Workshop #1 for the FY2025 Preliminary Budget

Main Street Advisory Board

The Taylor Main Street Advisory Board will meet to review routine reports and discuss several new initiatives aimed at downtown revitalization. Items include potential historic street sign toppers, a facade improvement grant for the Howard Theater, and programs to recruit volunteers and activate vacant storefronts.

• Approve minutes from May 18, 2024 meeting
• Consider recommendation for Taylor Heritage and Conservation Society to install historic street sign toppers
• Review and approve Facade Improvement Grant for Howard Theater at 306 N Main Street
• Discuss business retention and recruitment strategies
• Explore program to activate vacant storefront windows with pop-up businesses or local art

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review program updates and discuss the 2024 Bond Projects. The board may take action on bond projects and discuss a new student board member.

• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Bond Projects
• Discussion regarding a new student board member
• Programs and Events Update

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Taylor TIF #1 Board will hold a routine meeting with only procedural items, including a call to order, citizen communication, and a consent agenda. No new or continuing business items are listed for action or discussion.

City Council

The Taylor City Council will introduce the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and discuss a feasibility study for a Wellness/Recreation Center. The agenda also includes consideration of a Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan covering approximately 330 acres. Additionally, the council will review updates to the five-year water and wastewater capital improvements plan.

• Introduction of the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
• Ordinance 2024-29 for a Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan covering ~330 acres
• Resolution R24-23 to purchase ~0.4051 acres at 705 NW Carlos G. Parker Blvd
• TIF Fund application for fire suppression at 209 East 1st Street
• Feasibility study scope and contract for a Wellness/Recreation Center

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several plat applications for conditional approval or disapproval. Public hearings are scheduled for a subdivision variance at 202 Mustang Cove and recommendations for the Turner Spring and iMarket development plans. They will also consider an amendment to the Envision Taylor Comprehensive Plan.

• PZ-2023-1904: Northcutt-Buzan Estates Preliminary Plat (27.887 acres)
• PZ-2024-2150: Park 79 Commerce Final Plat at 14501 Highway 79 (69.015 acres)
• PZ-2024-2140: iMarket Employment Center Plan (211.84 acres)
• PZ-2023-1848: Special Employment District North plan amendment (~1,500 acres)
• PZ-2024-2168: Subdivision variance for driveway width at 202 Mustang Cove

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss content for an August 22, 2024, presentation to the City Council. The commission will also consider suggestions for member training and report on progress regarding previous training efforts.

• Approval of May 29, 2024 meeting minutes
• Planning content for August 22, 2024 presentation to City Council
• Discussion of suggestions for member training or additional information
• Progress report on HPC member training

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold a public hearing on a combined Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan covering approximately 330 acres. The council will also review utility rate and compensation studies and consider waiving permit fees for the Dickey Museum reconstruction.

• Public hearing for a 330-acre Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan near US 79
• Ordinance to vacate a twenty-foot wide alley in Washington Heights Addition
• Resolution to waive permit fees for Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center reconstruction
• Presentation on the Downtown Master Plan update from Lionheart Places
• Review of a Utility Rate Study

Public Arts Advisory Board

The Public Arts Advisory Board will discuss a potential policy to cancel the Music on Main program. The board will also receive updates from the Portal Project Committee and mural committees.

• Consideration of policy to cancel Music on Main
• Presentation of a muralist
• Report from the Portal Project Committee
• Report from the Potter's Alley Mural Committee
• Financial report for accounts 100-440-59 and 100-592-813

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The TIF #1 Advisory Board will review applications for fire suppression grants at 209 E. 1st Street and 111 W. 3rd Street. The board will also consider a recommendation to allow certain facade renovation projects to request up to $25,000.

• Fire Suppression Grant application for 209 E. 1st Street
• Fire Suppression Grant for 111 W. 3rd Street
• Recommendation to allow facade renovation projects to request up to $25,000

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the May 15 meeting minutes and receive a Director's Report. The agenda includes updates regarding the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center, pickleball, and Murphy Park beautification.

• Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center update
• Pickleball update
• Murphy Park beautification
• Bridge on Hike & Bike Trail

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will review updates for the Downtown Master Plan, including an assessment of the 2015 plan. Members will also consider selecting a management team for the Heritage Square Farmers Market and discuss marketing options for the holiday shopping season.

• Update of the Downtown Master Plan
• Selection of Heritage Square Farmers Market Management Team
• Downtown Beautification Committee report on signage and trees
• Discussion of holiday shopping season marketing options
• Review of May 2024 financial reports

City Council

The City Council will consider several items, including zoning changes for four lots and housing rehabilitation projects. The agenda also includes discussions on street striping updates and new construction contracts.

• $89,320.00 change order for Taylor Municipal Airport New Fuel Facility construction
• Ordinance 2024-28 regarding zoning changes at four different lots
• Resolution R24-20 awarding the bid for HOME program houses construction
• Agreements for the Taylor Housing Authority Mary Olson Rehabilitation Project
• Contract for temporary staff augmentation for Lead Service Line Inventory Development Support

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a combined Employment Center and Neighborhood Plan covering approximately 329 acres near US 79. The agenda also includes consideration of several subdivision plat approvals and disapprovals.

• Conditional approval of Castlewood South Phase Two Final Plat near FM 973
• Consideration of disapproval for Taylor Tract Subdivision Improvement Plans at 14501 Highway 79
• Consideration of disapproval for The Retreat at Mallard Final Plat on Mallard Lane
• Consideration of disapproval for Taylor Tract Final Plat at 14501 Highway 79
• Public hearing for Employment Center and Neighborhood Plan near US 79, Lorax Lane, and Justin Lane

City Council

The City Council will hold a special workshop for discussion only. The meeting includes discussions regarding budget, finance, capital projects, and growth and development policies. No action will be taken by the council during this session.

• Team building facilitated by Forward Partners
• Budget, finance, and capital projects
• Growth and development policies

Historic Preservation Commission

The Taylor Historic Preservation Commission will review a draft five-year work plan and list of objectives to guide its future activities. Members will also consider joining the Texas Certified Local Government Program and report on required training progress. These items outline how the commission plans to manage local historic resources and seek state-level preservation recognition.

• Review and potential action on draft 5-Year HPC Work Plan
• Review and potential action on List of Objectives for commission guidance
• Consideration of participation in Texas Certified Local Government Program
• Progress report on required member training

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special called workshop to receive a presentation on the Small Area Plan – Special Employment District North (SAP SED). This meeting is for discussion only and no actions will be taken.

• Presentation and staff direction regarding the Small Area Plan – Special Employment District North (SAP SED)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning designation changes and an employment center plan. The body is also considering a grant application for police hiring and construction options for the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center.

• Zoning change at 1020 Hackberry Street (Ordinance 2024-25)
• Place type zoning changes at 5 locations (Ordinance 2024-18) and 4 locations (Ordinance 2024-28)
• Employment Center Plan for 4804 W 2nd Street and 13101 Highway 79 (Ordinance 2024-24)
• Grant application for the COPS Hiring Program (Resolution R24-16)
• Construction options for Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center

Main Street Advisory Board

The board is meeting to review the Taylor Downtown Plan update. Discussion items include the project schedule, vision and goals, and strategies for stakeholder engagement.

• Taylor Downtown Plan update
• Project schedule review
• Stakeholder engagement strategy
• Communication plan

Public Arts Advisory Board

The board will discuss fundraising options and a sponsorship packet for the Bricks & Brushstrokes mural project. Members will also receive reports on the Portal Project, Music on Main, and the Potter's Alley Mural.

• Fundraising options and sponsorship packet for Bricks & Brushstrokes (tiers from $499 to $5,000+)
• Report from Music on Main Concert Committee
• Report from Portal Project Committee
• Report from Potter's Alley Mural Committee
• Financial reports for accounts 100-440-359 and 100-592-813

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The Moody Museum Advisory Board will discuss coordination for Pounds of Plenty, a Farmer’s Market marketing table, and an event with Spell Caster Ghost Tours. The board will also receive reports on museum facility work and fund statuses.

• Coordination of Pounds of Plenty event
• Coordination of Marketing table at Farmer’s Market
• Coordination of event with Spell Caster Ghost Tours
• Report on Storm Window Installation
• Reports from the Louis K. Ned Fund and the Nancy Moody bequest

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action regarding the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center. The board will also review a Putt-Putt Miniature Golf Course Audit Report.

• Discussion and possible action on Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center
• Review of Putt-Putt Miniature Golf Course Audit Report
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board will meet to discuss a fire suppression grant. The board will also review minutes from the March 26, 2024 meeting.

• Fire Suppression Grant for 106 Porter Street (Heidenheimer Warehouses)

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will review financial reports and updates on the Downtown Master Plan and Taylor Fest. Members may take action on purchasing 'OPEN' flags for downtown businesses and a sticker project. The meeting also includes discussions on parking within the Main Street program district.

• Purchase of additional OPEN flags for downtown retail, food/restaurant, and personal services businesses
• Downtown sticker project
• Parking in the Main Street program district
• Downtown Master Plan update
• Downtown Beautification Committee report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend changes to designated Place Type Zoning districts for individual property owners. The body will also review several plat approvals and disapprovals for residential and commercial developments.

• Public hearing for Place Type Zoning Change requests (PZ-2024-2085)
• Castlewood South Phase Two Final Plat along FM 973 (PZ-2024-2075)
• Park 79 Subdivision Improvement Plans at 14501 Highway 79 (PZ-2024-2104)
• Gateway Tract Preliminary Plat at 505 Carlos G. Parker SW (PZ-2024-2105)
• Amending Plat for 603 and 605 E. Pecan Street (PZ-2024-2110)

City Council

The City Council will canvass the results of the May 4, 2024 general and special election. The meeting includes administering oaths of office to District 2 and District 3 council members and electing a Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Canvass May 4, 2024 general and special election results
• Administer Oath of Office to Council Member District 2 and District 3
• Elect a Mayor
• Elect a Mayor Pro-Tem

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning ordinances, including a special use permit for lodging and an infill neighborhood plan. The body is also considering a budget amendment for FY 2024 and funding applications for community development and housing programs.

• Ordinance 2024-19 to amend the FY 2024 Budget
• Special Use Permit PZ-2024-2066 for lodging without an on-site operator at 1513 McLain Street
• Ordinance 2024-23 for an Infill Neighborhood Plan at Booth Street and E. Rio Grande Street
• Ordinance 2024-25 and 2024-18 regarding place type zoning changes at 1020 Hackberry Street and 4 other locations
• Ordinance 2024-24 for an Employment Center Plan at 4804 W 2nd Street and 13101 Highway 79

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The board is meeting to review minutes from February 6, 2024. All other substantive items on the regular agenda have been withdrawn.

• Approval of February 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Withdrawn: Variance request for parking at 301 Elliot Street (PZ-2024-2100)

Animal Control Board

The Animal Control Appeals Board and Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to introduce new board members and receive updates on animal services. The body will discuss the TNR program, spay/neuter procedures, and staffing and training.

• Update on TNR program
• Update on new spay/neuter procedure
• Update on staffing and training
• Approval of Dec 13, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss budget amendments and the issuance of combination tax and revenue certificates. The meeting includes multiple public hearings on zoning changes, special use permits, and neighborhood plans.

• Ordinance 2024-21 regarding Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024
• Ordinance 2024-19 to amend the FY 2024 Budget
• Zoning change request for 1020 Hackberry Street
• Special Use Permit for lodging without on-site operator at 1513 McLain Street
• Employment Center Plan for 4804 W 2nd Street and 13101 Highway 79

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive updates on several operational matters. The agenda includes reports on programs, events, and egret management.

• Wellness Center Feasibility Study Update
• Egret Management Update
• Programs and Events Update

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the FY 2024 Budget and review several construction contracts. The body will also hear a presentation on the renovation of the Mary Olson property and hold executive sessions regarding a business prospect and the City Manager's contract.

• Ordinance 2024-19 Amending the FY 2024 Budget
• Ordinance 2024-17 regarding place type zoning changes at 4 different lots
• Contract awards for Murphy Park pickleball courts and Memorial Field running track reconstruction
• Bid award for Cemetery Barn Construction
• Proposed conversion and renovation of the Taylor Housing Authority's Mary Olson property

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Board will meet to discuss tree care and maintenance updates. The board is also scheduled to plan for Arbor Day 2024.

• Tree Care and Maintenance Update
• Arbor Day 2024 Planning Discussion
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on zoning changes for four lots and discuss a new Revolving Door Policy. The body is also considering contracts for a Downtown Master Plan update and landscape maintenance.

• Public hearing and introduction of Ordinance 2024-17 regarding zoning changes at 4 lots
• Contract with Lionheart Places, LLC for Downtown Master Plan update
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-16 regarding a Revolving Door Policy
• Grant application to FEMA for FY 2023 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program
• Purchase of Windy Ridge Lift Station pump control panel replacement

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board

The Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #1 Board will meet to review the progress of the Downtown Master Plan. The board will also consider the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Progress report on the Downtown Master Plan

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss a mural application for Sweet & Southern Finds. The board will also receive financial reports and updates on various downtown committees and events.

• Mural application for 519 N. Main Street (Sweet & Southern Finds)
• Financial reports for Main Street Operating Budget (100-524) and 123 Main Street Revenue Account
• Update on the RFQ for Heritage Square Farmers Market management
• Reports from the New Justice Center-City Hall Advisory Committee and Downtown Beautification Committee
• Report from the Taylor Fest Committee

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The Moody Museum Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on city maintenance, storm window installation, and the docent position. The board will also discuss the Pounds of Plenty event and receive reports on museum funding and the Garden Club's assistance.

• Update on storm window installation
• Discussion of Pounds of Plenty event details
• Update on the Louis K. Ned Fund and Nancy Moody bequest
• Report from the Friends of the Moody Museum
• Update on Garden Club assistance with flowerbeds

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning requests, including a 39-acre neighborhood plan and an RV park expansion. The body is also considering a new policy for creating Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) and purchasing police and wastewater equipment.

• New Neighborhood Plan for ~39 acres at Carlos G Parker Blvd SW and FM 973
• Special use permit for Four Winds RV park expansion at 408 Carlos G Parker Blvd, SE
• Purchase of 6 marked and 2 unmarked police vehicles
• Purchase of a backhoe for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution R24-10 regarding a policy for creating Public Improvement Districts (PIDs)

Public Arts Advisory Board

The board is considering a mural at 113 W. 2nd St and developing a map of city-owned buildings for future art installations. Members also reviewed financial reports and progress on the Portal Project and Music on Main concert series.

• Authorization to gather cost estimates for a mural at 113 W. 2nd St
• Decision to develop a map of city-owned buildings for potential murals
• Financial report showing $5,868.01 in remaining donated funds
• Report of $19,500 in donations received or promised for Music on Main
• Authorization for a new poster to promote the Call for Artists for Dr. Dickey-themed portals

City Council

The Taylor City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning and ordinance items, including a zoning change at 2105 Donna Drive, a new neighborhood plan near Carlos G Parker Blvd SW and FM 973, and a special use permit for the Four Winds RV park. They will also consider ordinances on sewer regulations and repealing alcohol beverage tax and permit rules, plus discuss the Taylor Economic Development Corporation budget, a housing authority rehabilitation, and a policy on Public Improvement Districts. The agenda includes routine consent items and executive session discussions.

• Public hearing on zoning change at 2105 Donna Drive (Ordinance 2024-11)
• Public hearing on new neighborhood plan for ~39 acres at Carlos G Parker Blvd SW and FM 973 (Ordinance 2024-12)
• Public hearing on special use permit for Four Winds RV park expansion at 408 Carlos G Parker Blvd SE (Ordinance 2024-13)
• Consider purchase of new filtration system for Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center
• Consider renaming Blackland Prairie Days to Taylor Fest

Parks and Recreation Board

The Taylor Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve prior minutes, hear a director's report, and receive updates on programs, events, the Aquatic Center design, and the 2024 Bond Project. The board will also identify items for the next meeting. No votes on specific projects are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting
• Aquatic Center Design Update
• 2024 Bond Project Update
• Program and Events Update

Main Street Advisory Board

The Taylor Main Street Advisory Board will review sign grant applications for two downtown businesses and discuss strategies to address parking challenges. The board will also determine the schedule for a special meeting with the City Council and economic development staff to boost retail and food service presence. Additionally, the board will accept a member resignation and issue a request for quotes for the Heritage Square Farmers Market.

• Sign grant application for Curio Mrvosa at 114 N Main Street requesting $938.50
• Sign grant application for the Shop Downtown Taylor pole sign at 519 N Main Street
• Discussion of downtown parking challenges and potential solutions
• Scheduling of a special meeting with City Council and Taylor EDC to increase retail/food service businesses
• Issuance of an RFQ for the operation of the Heritage Square Farmers Market

Tree Advisory Board

The Taylor Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on tree care, recap Arbor Day 2023, and plan for Arbor Day 2024. They will also discuss the HEB Tree Grant and set the next meeting date.

• Approve minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting
• Tree Care and Maintenance Update
• Arbor Day 2023 Recap
• Arbor Day 2024 Planning & Discussion
• HEB Tree Grant

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is scheduled to consider the disapproval of two preliminary plats that failed to meet the minimum requirements of the Land Development Code. Both items represent the third submission of their respective plats. Staff recommends disapproval for the Park 79 Commerce Center Taylor Tract and the Northcutt-Buzan Preliminary Plat due to technical and code violations.

• Disapproval of Park 79 Commerce Center Taylor Tract Preliminary Plat (68.920 acres at 14501 Hwy 79) due to missing topographic contours and signature blocks
• Disapproval of Northcutt-Buzan Preliminary Plat (27.887 acres at 1910 CR 452) due to street width discrepancies with Ordinance No. 2022-26
• Engineering comments require continuous right-of-way for proposed CR 401 and Wing Street near the 50-ft PUE & Drainage easement
• Planning comments note Stella Avenue must be 80 feet right-of-way per the 2022 planned development, not the 50 feet shown on the plat
• Fire Department previously reviewed both plats with no comments

City Council

The Taylor City Council will vote on consent agenda items including special use permits for short-term rentals, annexation, and calling special elections on charter amendments. They will also discuss funding for FM 3349 bridge aesthetics, receive the annual racial profiling report, and consider a budget amendment for economic development.

• Special use permits for short-term rentals at 2300 Grace Street and 1816 Eckhardt Street
• Annexation of 1.688 acres south of US79, east of CR 3349, west of CR 401
• Ordinances calling special elections on charter amendments (council compensation, meeting frequency, mayor selection, meeting location, polling places)
• Resolution calling May election for Council seats Districts 2 and 3
• Change order for UV sanitation system at Heritage Square Splash Pad

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Taylor Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and take action on a request for a special exception to extend the Trenton Village Planned Development ordinance for 24 months. The planned development, approved in 2021, expired in October 2023 because no preliminary plat was filed. Staff recommends approval. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the October 17, 2023 meeting.

• Special exception request PZ-2023-1996 for 24-month extension of Trenton Village Planned Development at 3701 CR 367
• Planned development includes 80 townhomes, 92 duplexes, 21 single-family homes, and 12 acres of open space
• 35 property owners within 200 feet notified; no responses received
• Staff recommends approval of the extension
• Consent agenda includes approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Taylor City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including annexations, zoning changes, a special election on charter amendments, and a contract for a new airport fuel facility. Public hearings will be held on short-term rental permits and a small annexation. The council will also receive a presentation on long-term water supply strategy.

• Ordinance 2024-01: Approve New Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan for Davis Tract Phase II (99.99 acres northwest of Backwood Pass)
• Ordinance 2024-02: Voluntary annexation of Davis Tract Phase II (99.99 acres)
• Ordinance 2024-03: Voluntary annexation of 49.913 acres south of CR 395 and east of CR 101
• Resolution R24-05: Authorize issuance of certificates of obligation (series 2024)
• Public hearings on short-term rental permits at 2300 Grace Street and 1816 Eckhardt Street

Public Arts Advisory Board

The Public Arts Advisory Board discussed repainting the Potters Alley wall and a proposal for a graffiti event. The board also reviewed the 2024 Music on Main concert lineup and received a financial report on public art expenditures.

• Discussion of repainting the north wall of Potters Alley at 211 N Main
• Proposal for a graffiti event to bring in local artists for Potters Alley
• 2024 Music on Main series to emphasize Tejano music
• FY 22-23 public art expenditures totaled $17,953.02
• Proposed mural discussion for 113 W 2nd Street

Parks and Recreation Board

The Taylor Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear a director's report, and discuss the 2024 program calendar, deferred maintenance items, and an aquatic center design update. The board may vote on these items, including the program calendar.

• Approve minutes from October 18, 2023 meeting
• 2024 Program Calendar discussion and action
• Deferred Maintenance items discussion
• Aquatic Center Design Update
• Board Members Open Meetings Act & Public Information Act Certification

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to find a new manager and governing board for the Heritage Square Farmers Market. The board will also review a facade improvement grant for the Presbyterian Church building.

• Proposed RFP for a manager and governing board for the Heritage Square Farmers Market
• Facade Improvement Grant request for the Presbyterian Church building at 114 W. 6th St. with an estimated cost of $70,113.75
• Review of January 2024 financial reports
• Discussion of board input for the Annual Assessment

Moody Museum Advisory Board

The board will discuss updates on city work at the museum, the docent position, and storm window installation. Members will also receive reports from the Friends of the Moody Museum and updates on specific trust funds.

• Update on storm window installation
• Update on the Louis K. Ned Fund and Nancy Moody bequest
• Report from the Friends of the Moody Museum
• Update on Garden Club assistance with flowerbeds
• Update on the Docent Position

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding two voluntary annexations and a new neighborhood and employment center plan. The body will also discuss charter initiatives and an agreement for the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center reconstruction.

• Public hearing for New Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan (Davis Tract Phase II) of 99.99 acres
• Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 99.99 acres (Davis Tract Phase II)
• Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 49.913 acres south of CR 395 and east of CR 101
• Public hearing for place type zoning changes at 17 different lots
• Agreement with C.T. Brannon Corporation for Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center reconstruction

City Council

The Taylor City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss capital projects for utility and tax-supported debt issuance for fiscal year 2023-24. The agenda also includes an executive session to consider economic development incentives for two business prospects, with possible action afterward.

• Discussion of capital projects for utility and tax-supported debt issuance for FY 23-24
• Executive session on economic development negotiations for Project Star and Project Sam
• Possible action on executive session items after reconvening

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a neighborhood and employment center plan for the 117.335-acre Davis Tract II. The body also approved several place type zoning district changes, including one at 1006 W 2nd Street. Additionally, the commission acted on multiple preliminary and minor plats.

• Approved New Neighborhood and Employment Center Plan for Davis Tract II (117.335 acres)
• Approved place type zoning district changes, including 1006 W 2nd Street
• Disapproved Taylor Tract Preliminary Plat at 14501 Hwy 79 (69.169 acres)
• Disapproved Murphy Street Preliminary Plat (1.333 acres)
• Conditionally approved Stuart 2023 Subdivision Minor Plat at 2010 West 2nd Street (0.743 acres)