Watauga, TX

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This is a possible quorum notice for the Watauga City Council, which may attend a Fire Department Lifesaver Award Presentation on August 31, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. No formal action will be taken, but the event is treated as an open meeting in case discussions occur. The agenda is purely procedural and contains no decision items.

• Fire Department Lifesaver Award Presentation at Watauga Fire Department, 5909 Hightower Drive
• Possible quorum of City Council may be present; no formal action planned
• Event treated as open meeting under Texas Open Meetings Act
• Wheelchair accessible facility; accommodation requests due 48 hours prior

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The City of Watauga has posted a notice that the City Council may attend the Watauga 9/11 Morning Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, 2026. The event is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. at the Watauga Fire Department, located at 5909 Hightower Drive. No formal action will be taken, but the event is treated as an open meeting under the Open Meetings Act to allow public observation of any potential discussions.

• 9/11 Morning Remembrance Ceremony at Watauga Fire Department, 5909 Hightower Drive
• Event scheduled for September 11, 2026, at 7:30 a.m.
• No formal action will be taken, but discussions may occur

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The City of Watauga Council may attend the 9/11 Evening Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, 2026, at the Watauga Fire Department. No formal action will be taken, but the event is treated as an open meeting under the Open Meetings Act to allow public observation. The agenda contains no other business items, contracts, or ordinances.

• 9/11 Evening Remembrance Ceremony at Watauga Fire Department, 5909 Hightower Drive, at 7:00 p.m.

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The City of Watauga and the Watauga Police Officers' Association will hold a meet-and-confer deliberation on August 27, 2026, to discuss police compensation, benefits, working conditions, and other employment terms, as well as ground rules for the talks. This is a preliminary negotiation session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Meet-and-confer deliberation between city and police association
• Discussion of police compensation, benefits, and working conditions
• Establishment of ground rules for deliberations
• Meeting at Watauga City Hall, 7105 Whitley Road

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This is a possible quorum notice for the Watauga City Council to attend a ribbon cutting at Eyes On Me Advanced Barber College. No official action is scheduled; the meeting is for ceremonial attendance only.

• Ribbon cutting at Eyes On Me Advanced Barber College, 6204 Denton Hwy, Watauga, TX
• Possible quorum of city council and other governmental bodies
• No action items listed

City Council

The Watauga City Council is holding a workshop meeting with two presentations: one on the Eye on Water consumer engagement tool and another on the Strategic Plan update. No formal votes are scheduled, but the council may discuss these items. The agenda also includes the standard public comment period and a taxpayer impact statement showing the proposed 2026 tax rate.

• Presentation on Eye on Water consumer engagement tool by Finance Director Jennifer Calvert
• Strategic Plan Update by City Manager Sandra Gibson
• Proposed 2026 tax rate of $0.605800 per $100 valuation, estimated tax bill $1,517.55 for median homestead

City Council

The Watauga City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2026-2027 budget, a tax rate of $0.605800 per $100 valuation, and the Economic Development Corporation budget. The consent agenda includes routine items like the Park Vista PID assessment roll, capital outlay plan, and board reappointments. A specific use permit for retail tire sales and light auto repair at 6600 Bursey Road will be considered, along with replacement of outdoor warning sirens.

• Public hearing and ordinance to levy 2026 tax rate of $0.605800 per $100 assessed value
• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 budget and appropriation of funds
• Specific use permit for retail tire sales and light auto repair at 6600 Bursey Road
• Purchase and installation of two outdoor warning sirens via HGACBuy
• Interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for pavement striping

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider final action on two items: a text amendment to the zoning code (ORD.2026-017) to update administrative regulations, notice, protests, and processes for zoning changes, and a request (Z.26-02) to rezone 5900-5901 Ridgecrest Drive from Single-family (SF6) to Planned Development (PD) to allow six single-family homes. The consent agenda includes approval of the May 20, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and final action on ORD.2026-017, amending Chapter 115 zoning code administrative regulations and processes per Texas Local Government Code Chapter 211
• Public hearing and final action on Z.26-02, rezoning 5900-5901 Ridgecrest Drive (Lot 10 Block 5, Lot 1 Block 6, Ridgecrest Addition) from SF6 to PD for six single-family homes
• Owner: Pat Land LLC; Applicant: David Lewis
• Consent agenda: approval of May 20, 2026 meeting minutes

Watauga Economic Development Corporation

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This is a notice that the Watauga City Council may attend a ribbon cutting at Eyes On Me Advanced Barber College on August 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. No action will be taken; the meeting is solely for possible attendance by council members and other officials.

• Possible quorum at Eyes On Me Advanced Barber College ribbon cutting, 6204 Denton Hwy, Watauga

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This is a procedural notice for a board training session between the Mayor and the Civil Service Commission. No formal action will be taken, but a quorum of the City Council may be present, so the event is treated as an open meeting for public observation.

• Mayor conducting board training with Civil Service Commission at City Hall Council Chamber, 7105 Whitley Road
• Possible quorum of City Council may be present; no formal action planned
• Public allowed to observe; facility is wheelchair accessible

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The Watauga Civil Service Commission will discuss and consider approval of the police entrance exam eligibility list, proposed revisions to civil service rules, and reclassification of a civilian employee to a sworn officer role.

• Discuss and consider action to approve and certify the Watauga Police Department Entrance Exam Eligibility List for the exam held August 7, 2026
• Discuss and consider action to approve proposed revisions to sections 4.09 and 11.44 of the City of Watauga Firefighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Rules and Regulations
• Discussion and consideration of action to approve reclassifying a current civilian employee back to a sworn officer role

City Council

The Watauga City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss a strategic plan update and a budget workshop for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement showing the proposed FY2026 property tax rate would increase the tax bill for an average homestead from $1,306 to $1,388. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Strategic Plan Update presented by staff
• Budget Workshop led by Finance Director Jennifer Calvert
• Taxpayer impact statement: proposed FY2026 tax rate of $0.6058 per $100 valuation would raise average homestead tax bill to $1,388

City Council

The Watauga City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2026-2027 proposed budget and the Crime Control and Prevention District budget. A specific use permit for a tire sales and auto repair shop at 6600 Bursey Road is up for a vote. The council will also consider a billing rate increase from the city attorney and authorize a health insurance contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.

• Public hearing and action on FY2026-2027 proposed budget; average homestead property tax bill estimated to rise from $1,306 to $1,388
• Public hearing and action on Watauga Crime Control and Prevention District's FY2026-2027 budget
• Specific use permit (SUP 26-01) for retail tire sales and light auto repair at 6600 Bursey Road, requested by Bright Bay 2 Investments LLC
• Consideration of billing rate increase requested by City Attorney Nichols Jackson, effective October 1, 2026
• Authorizing contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas for employee medical, dental, and vision insurance from 10/1/2026 to 9/30/2027

Parks Advisory Board

The Watauga Parks Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting at City Hall to review park services, upcoming events, and recent improvements. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the board will receive updates and accept public comments on non-agenda topics.

• Approval of June 2, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation on upcoming Parks and Community Services special events
• Report on Park Vista Park improvements
• Update on Capp Smith Food Truck Park plans
• Announcement of May & June 2026 Yard of the Month winners

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The Watauga City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the city manager’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2026–2027. The Finance Director will present the budget details, and the council may take action on it. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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The City Council will consider the 2026 Certified Tax Roll and a proposed tax rate for the FY2026-2027 fiscal year. The body will also discuss scheduling public hearings for the proposed budget and the tax rate.

• Proposed tax rate of $0.6058 per $100 valuation for FY2026-2027
• Acceptance of the Certified Tax Roll for Tax Year 2026 from Tarrant Appraisal District
• Setting a public hearing for the FY2026-2027 Proposed Budget for August 10, 2026
• Setting a public hearing for the proposed tax rate for August 24, 2026
• Setting August 24, 2026, as the date to adopt the proposed tax rate

City Council

This is a workshop meeting of the Watauga City Council. The council will hear two presentations: the 2026 Compensation Study from Public Sector Personnel Consultants and an update on the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan from Burgess & Niple Inc. No votes are scheduled; discussion only. A budget statement notes that the city portion of the property tax bill for an average homestead would remain unchanged at $1,353 if the proposed budget is adopted.

• Presentation of the 2026 Compensation Study by Public Sector Personnel Consultants (Human Resources Director Juliet Rodriguez)
• Update on the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan from Burgess & Niple Inc. (Assistant Public Works Director Randy Richards)
• Budget statement: average homestead value $237,285, current tax bill $1,353, proposed FY2026 tax bill $1,353, no-new-revenue rate tax bill $1,366

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Watauga Economic Development Corporation

The Watauga Economic Development Corporation board will approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting and the monthly financial report for the period ending May 31, 2026. It will then discuss and consider adopting a resolution establishing the FY2026‑2027 budget and approving a staffing and reimbursement agreement with the City of Watauga. The board will also hear discussion on the Open Rewards Program before entering executive session.

• Approve minutes for the June 16, 2026 WEDC meeting
• Approve the monthly financial report for the period ending May 31, 2026
• Adopt a resolution establishing the FY2026‑2027 budget
• Approve a staffing and reimbursement agreement between WEDC and the City of Watauga
• Discuss the Open Rewards Program

City Council

The Watauga City Council may attend a training webinar on July 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room, 7105 Whitley Road. A possible quorum will be present, but no formal actions are scheduled. The meeting will be treated as an open meeting, allowing public observation.

• Attend Training Webinar on July 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in City Hall Conference Room, 7105 Whitley Road
• Possible quorum notice; no formal action, public observation permitted

Planning & Zoning Commission

Library Board

The Watauga Library Board will approve the May 12, 2026 library meeting minutes as a consent agenda item. The board will discuss and potentially adopt recommended updates to the Watauga Public Library Material Selection Policy. The meeting also includes public comment and public testimony periods for citizens to address the council.

• Approve May 12, 2026 Library Meeting Minutes (consent agenda)
• Discuss and take action on recommended updates to the Material Selection Policy
• Public comment period for citizens to address the council

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The Watauga City Council is notifying the public that members may attend the Prolific Butcher ribbon‑cutting ceremony at 6751 Rufe Snow #150 on July 13 at 10:30 a.m. The notice also states that other elected or appointed officials could be present in numbers that might constitute a quorum for any city board, commission, or committee. No formal actions are scheduled; attendance is for discussion only if agenda items are provided elsewhere.

• Possible quorum attendance by city council and other officials at Prolific Butcher ribbon cutting
• Location: 6751 Rufe Snow #150, Watauga, Texas
• Time: July 13, 2026, 10:30 a.m.
• Wheelchair‑accessible facility with parking
• Accommodations request deadline: 48 hours prior, contact City Secretary’s Office

City Council

The Watauga City Council will consider three action items: a franchise agreement with Atmos Energy to build and operate pipelines, a specific use permit for retail tire sales and light auto repair at 6600 Bursey Road, and an ordinance to amend water utility connection and meter fees. The council will also approve the consent agenda items, including the monthly financial report and several meeting minutes. An executive session will follow for confidential matters.

• Franchise agreement with Atmos Energy Corporation for pipeline construction and operation
• Specific use permit for Bright Bay 2 Investments LLC to allow retail tire sales and light auto repair at 6600 Bursey Road
• Ordinance amendment to revise water connection and meter fees
• Approval of Monthly Financial Report for period ending May 31, 2026
• Approval of May 11, 2026, Workshop Meeting Minutes

The Watauga City Council approved the consent agenda and a 20-year Atmos Energy franchise agreement, and updated water utility fees. The council voted 6-0 to table the specific use permit for a tire shop at 6600 Bursey Road until the August 10 meeting, after hearing opposition from residents. Councilmember Welch was absent.

• Approved consent agenda including financial report and prior meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 20-year Atmos Energy franchise agreement with 5% fee (6-0)
• Tabled SUP 26-01 for tire shop at 6600 Bursey Road until Aug. 10 (6-0)
• Approved ordinance revising water connection and meter fees (6-0)

City Council

The Watauga City Council workshop will feature a presentation by Chief of Police James Lewis on e‑bikes, e‑motorcycles, e‑scooters and the applicable laws. Council members will also hear public comments from residents, limited to three minutes each. A budget statement will be read showing the property‑tax impact for an average‑valued homestead of $237,285 for FY2025 and FY2026.

• Presentation on e‑bikes, e‑motorcycles, e‑scooters and applicable laws (Chief of Police James Lewis)
• Public comment period – residents may speak for up to 3 minutes after submitting a Request to Speak Form
• Budget statement: property‑tax portion for a $237,285 homestead is $1,353 for FY2025 and FY2026 (proposed budget), $1,366 under a no‑new‑revenue budget

The Watauga City Council held a workshop meeting on July 13, 2026, with no public comment and no items for future agendas. Police Chief James Lewis presented an overview of electric mobility devices, including e-bikes, e-motorcycles, and e-scooters, discussing safety concerns and the need for a comprehensive micro-mobility ordinance. Council discussed potential voluntary registration and safety education programs, but no formal action was taken. Staff will review the ordinance and make recommendations for future consideration.

• Heard presentation on e-bikes, e-motorcycles, e-scooters and applicable laws
• Discussed need for comprehensive micro-mobility ordinance
• No formal action taken; staff to review ordinance and make recommendations

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The City Council is notified that members may attend the Suddenly Sewing ribbon‑cutting ceremony on July 9, 2026 at 6500 Denton Hwy #B7. Attendance by other officials could create a quorum, allowing discussion of agenda items, but no official action will be taken unless the item appears on a formal agenda. The meeting is wheelchair accessible and accommodation requests must be made 48 hours in advance.

• Ribbon‑cutting ceremony for Suddenly Sewing at 6500 Denton Hwy #B7, July 9, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
• Possible quorum notice permitting council and other officials to discuss agenda items without taking action

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The Watauga City Council may attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for Stress Free Auto Care. No official actions are scheduled for this event.

• Ribbon cutting for Stress Free Auto Care at 5947 Rufe Snow Dr.

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The Watauga City Council may attend an anniversary event at 6024 Denton Hwy. This is a possible quorum notice; no official city action is scheduled for this gathering.

• Joe's Pasta N Pizza 25th Year Anniversary event

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The Watauga City Council may attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for Total Point Urgent Care. No official action is scheduled to be taken during this event.

• Ribbon cutting for Total Point Urgent Care at 7748 Denton Hwy

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss police vehicle upgrades and receive a progress report on the American Rescue Plan Act. The body is also scheduled to recognize attendees of the Watauga Fire Department Kids Fire Camp 2026.

• Purchase of Watauga Police Department vehicles with bullet-resistant components not to exceed $74,116.56
• American Rescue Plan Act progress report presented by Chief of Police James Lewis
• Watauga Fire Department Kids Fire Camp 2026 presentation and recognition

The Watauga City Council approved the consent agenda, which included purchasing police vehicles with bullet-resistant components for up to $74,116.56 using grant funds, and approved the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations on the Fire Kids Camp and the ARPA final report.

• Approved purchase of police vehicles with bullet-resistant components up to $74,116.56 (6-0-0-1)
• Approved May 11, 2026 regular meeting minutes (6-0-0-1)

City Council

The Watauga City Council workshop will include a presentation of the 2026 Compensation Study by Public Sector Personnel Consultants, led by Human Resources Director Juliet Rodriguez. Council members will also hear public comments from residents and note the budget statement showing the property tax impact for FY2026. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of the 2026 Compensation Study by Public Sector Personnel Consultants
• Public comment period for residents (max 3 minutes per speaker)
• Budget statement showing property tax bill of $1,353 for FY2026 under the proposed budget

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The City Council will attend a memorial concert for former board member Kip Woodruff at the Watauga Public Library on June 18, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. The event is designated as a possible quorum meeting, meaning no formal actions will be taken but any discussions will be treated as open‑meeting deliberations. The public is allowed to observe the event.

• Attend memorial concert for Kip Woodruff at 7109 Whitley Road, Watauga Public Library
• Possible quorum notice – no formal action will be taken
• Facility is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking spaces
• Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior (contact City Secretary’s office)
• Agenda posted May 28, 2026 on bulletin boards at City Hall, 7105 Whitley Road