Wimberley public meetings in 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a transmitter tower at 111 Old Kyle Rd. Members will also discuss methods for reducing tension during contentious items.

• Public hearing for case CUP-23-018: Conditional Use Permit for a transmitter tower at 111 Old Kyle Rd
• Discussion of board meeting protocol and methods for reducing tension

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss a recommendation to City Council regarding the Parks Master Plan. The board will also consider signage language for Blue Hole and several park improvement projects.

• Recommendation on the Parks Master Plan
• Signage language for Blue Hole
• Park improvement projects
• Approval of August 2 and September 26 meeting minutes

Transportation Advisory Board

The Board will discuss traffic concerns and mitigation strategies for the April 8, 2024 total eclipse. City staff will also provide updates regarding road maintenance projects. The Board may consider action related to a road rating project.

• Traffic mitigation strategies for the April 8, 2024 total eclipse
• Discussion of the road rating project
• City staff update on road maintenance projects
• Approval of September 11, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the Historic District Design Guidelines and review the City of Wimberley Personnel Policy. The meeting also includes updates on floodplain administration, an Old Kyle Road crosswalk, and a 2024 solar eclipse event.

• Amendment to Chapter 1, Section E of the Historic District Design Guidelines
• Review of the City of Wimberley Personnel Policy
• Update on proposed crosswalk on Old Kyle Road
• Presentation regarding the Oak Park Mural
• Update regarding the 2024 Solar Eclipse Event

General

The Board of Adjustment will consider appointing a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for terms ending June 30, 2024. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a building height variance request.

• Appointment of a Chairperson to the Board of Adjustment
• Appointment of a Vice-Chairperson to the Board of Adjustment
• Public hearing for Case No. BA-23-005: deck height variance at 480 Deer Crossing Ln

City Council

The City Council will review several conditional use permit applications for vacation rentals and a zoning amendment for 151 Old Kyle Rd. Additional items include the naming of a city facility at 280 Old Kyle Road and updates to the City Personnel Policy.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-014) for vacation rental at 213 Blue Hole
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-015) for vacation rental at 900 FM 2325
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-016) for vacation rental at 100 Box Canyon
• Zoning amendment (ZA-23-005) for 151 Old Kyle Rd from C-1 to C-3
• Naming and preliminary plans for the City Facility at 280 Old Kyle Road

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three conditional use permit applications for vacation rentals. The commission will also consider a zoning amendment for a property on Old Kyle Rd.

• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 213 Blue Hole Ln
• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 900 FM 2325
• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 100 Box Canyon
• Zoning amendment to change 151 Old Kyle Rd from Commercial Low Impact (C-1) to Commercial High Impact (C-3)

General

This special meeting is for the City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission. The agenda includes a presentation from Post Oak Preservation Solutions regarding Historic Preservation Commission training.

• Historic Preservation Commission Training with consultants from Post Oak Preservation Solutions

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to sewage regulations and the Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee. The agenda also includes discussions on water conservation efforts and a new Parks and Recreation logo.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-32 regarding On-Site Sewage Facility Regulations
• Proposed amendment to the Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee code
• Authorization of a Solid Waste Program Grant application to CAPCOG
• Update on the Dark Sky International Award
• Discussion on current water conservation efforts

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on food establishment regulations and an interlocal agreement with Hays County, and will discuss and possibly act on selecting a bidder for the Blue Hole Regional Park Hike and Bike Trails Project. The agenda also includes updates on water conservation, the quarterly investment report, and a proposed budget amendment for the trails project. Several items are routine or informational, such as proclamations and consent agenda approvals.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-31 repealing food establishment regulations
• Public hearing on amended Environmental Health and Food Interlocal Agreement with Hays County
• Select bidder for Blue Hole Regional Park Hike and Bike Trails Project
• Resolution No. 12-2023: Budget Amendment No. 1 transferring funds to Capital Outlay account 200-52-6794
• Consider cancelling December 21, 2023 City Council meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding four conditional use permit applications. The commission will consider making recommendations to the City Council for each case.

• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 213 Blue Hole Ln
• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 900 FM 2325
• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 100 Box Canyon
• Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 281 Cliffview Dr

General

The City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Board. The primary agenda item is an update from MHS Planning and Design, LLC regarding the Wimberley Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Update on Wimberley Parks and Recreation Master Plan by MHS Planning and Design, LLC

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests. These include a request for commercial expansion at 107 Old Kyle Road and an encroachment into the street setback at 2625 River Road.

• Case BOA-23-003: Request for commercial expansion and deck construction at 107 Old Kyle Road
• Case BOA-23-004: Request for street setback encroachment at 2625 River Road
• Approval of May 1, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use applications, including permits for a bar and a vacation rental. They will also discuss rezoning approximately 22.6 acres in the downtown area to a Historic Preservation Overlay District. Additionally, the council will receive updates on recent vandalism and theft in Downtown Wimberley Square.

• Conditional Use Permit for a bar/tavern at 107 Old Kyle Rd
• Conditional Use Permit for a vacation rental at 2240 FM 3237
• Rezoning ~22.6 acres in downtown Wimberley to Historic Preservation Overlay District
• Designation of Wimberley View as the official city newspaper for FY 2024
• Update on vandalism and theft in Downtown Wimberley Square

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider recommendations to the City Council regarding several land use applications. These include requests for a bar/tavern, a vacation rental, and a new historic preservation district.

• Conditional Use Permit for a bar/tavern at 107 Old Kyle Rd
• Conditional Use Permit for a vacation rental at 2240 FM 3237
• Zoning of approximately 22.6 acres in downtown Wimberley to a Historic Preservation Overlay District

Transportation Advisory Board

The Transportation Advisory Board will receive an update from city staff regarding road maintenance projects. The board will also consider potential actions for improvements to County Road 1492.

• Possible action regarding road improvements to County Road 1492
• City staff update on road maintenance projects
• Approval of minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a new master fee schedule and an update to the Transportation Advisory Board meeting schedule. The council is also scheduled to hold a public hearing regarding the fiscal year budget for October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget
• Resolution No. 10-2023: adopting the City of Wimberley Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget
• Ordinance 2023-25: adopting a master fee schedule
• Ordinance 2023-26: updating the Transportation Advisory Board meeting schedule
• Ordinance 2023-27: extending the Declaration of Local Disaster due to Extreme Wildfire Threats

City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, including a balanced General Fund of $1,892,950. The council also adopted a new master fee schedule and extended a local disaster declaration for wildfire threats.

• Approved FY 2024 Budget via Resolution No. 10-2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-25 adopting a master fee schedule (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-26 changing Transportation Advisory Board meetings to six per year (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-27 extending the Declaration of Local Disaster for extreme wildfire threats (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 goals and priorities including road repairs and code compliance (4-0)
• Approved August 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances including subdivision control and city code amendments. The agenda includes multiple public hearings for vacation rental permits and a zoning change on Ranch Road 12. Additionally, the council will discuss the preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget.

• Ordinance 2023-19: Vacation Rental (STR2) at 270 Sierra Loma
• Ordinance 2023-20: Zoning change from C-1 to C-3 at 14000 Ranch Road 12
• Ordinance 2023-21: Conditional Use Permit for 151 Las Flores
• Ordinance 2023-22: Vacation Rental (STR2) at 13300 Ranch Road 12
• Ordinance 2023-23: Vacation Rental (STR2) at 13201 Ranch Road 12

The City Council approved an update to the subdivision control ordinance and granted three vacation rental permits. A zoning change for a property on Ranch Road 12 was approved, while a conditional use permit for offices and retail services on Las Flores was denied.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-18 amending Subdivision Control (4-0)
• Approved vacation rental permit for 270 Sierra Loma (4-0)
• Approved zoning change from C-1 to C-3 for 14000 Ranch Road 12 (4-0)
• Denied conditional use permit for offices and retail at 151 Las Flores (4-0)
• Approved vacation rental permit for 13300 Ranch Road 12 (4-0)
• Approved vacation rental permit for 13201 Ranch Road 12 (4-0)
• Approved proposal for WVACA mural on the Oak Drive Welcome Center silo (4-0)
• Approved July 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report (4-0)

General

Representatives from the Texas Historical Commission will hold a public hearing and answer questions regarding the nomination of the Wimberley Historic District to the National Register of Historic Districts. No City Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Public hearing for the Wimberley Historic District nomination
• Q&A session with Texas Historical Commission representatives

Transportation Advisory Board

The board will consider appointing a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for terms ending June 30, 2024. City staff will provide an update regarding road maintenance projects. Members will also discuss rescheduling the October 2023 meeting due to a holiday closure.

• Appointment of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Update on road maintenance projects
• Rescheduling of the October 2023 meeting
• Approval of May 8, 2023 minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple applications for vacation rentals and a zoning change. The commission will also review proposed amendments to the city's subdivision control and definitions. Additionally, members will consider appointing a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.

• Zoning amendment for 14000 Ranch Road 12 from C-1 to C-3
• Vacation rental permit at 13201 Ranch Road 12
• Vacation rental permit at 270 Sierra Loma
• Vacation rental permit at 13300 Ranch Road 12
• Amendments to Chapter 9 Subdivision Control and definitions

General

The Wimberley City Council is holding a budget workshop to receive a staff update. The meeting includes discussion regarding the preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and a proposed Fee Schedule.

• Preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget discussion
• Proposed Fee Schedule discussion

City Council received a staff update and discussed the second draft of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and a proposed comprehensive fee schedule. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded during this workshop.

City Council

City Council approved several temporary structure permits and authorized a request for proposals for park improvements. The council also selected a new bank depository and cancelled a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda, including July 20 meeting minutes and 2023/2024 holiday schedule (4-0)
• Approved temporary structure permit for Knights of Columbus at 14711 Ranch Road 12 (4-0)
• Approved temporary structure permit for mobile cigar lounge at 13619 Ranch Road 12 (4-0)
• Authorized RFP for Blue Hole Regional Park Hike and Bike Improvement project (3-0)
• Approved Texas Regional Bank as the bank depository for the City of Wimberley (4-0)
• Cancelled the October 5, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for terms ending June 30, 2024. Members will also consider recommendations for the FY 2024 Blue Hole Regional Park and Wimberley Community Center and Parks budgets. Additionally, the board will discuss a community garden concept proposed by Friends of Wimberley Parks.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Recommendation of FY 2024 Blue Hole Regional Park budget
• Recommendation of FY 2024 Wimberley Community Center and Parks budget
• Approval of a community garden concept from Friends of Wimberley Parks

General

The Wimberley City Council is holding a special budget workshop. The meeting includes a staff update and discussion regarding the preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget.

• Discussion of the preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget

City Council received a staff update and held a discussion regarding the preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget. The discussion covered line items for the General, Blue Hole, and Wastewater Funds. No formal budget approvals were recorded.

• Discussed preliminary FY 2023-2024 Budget for General, Blue Hole, and Wastewater Funds

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will consider Ordinance 2023-17 to release approximately 1.56 acres of land from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The council is also scheduled to review the June 2023 revenue and expenditure report and the third quarter investment report. Additionally, members will discuss amendments to the city's governance policy regarding planning.

• Ordinance 2023-17 to release approximately 1.56 acres from the extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Approval of June 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report
• Review of Quarterly Investment Report for Q3 FY2023
• Amendment to Section VII, Planning, of City Governance Policy and Rules of Procedures

The City Council approved the release of 1.56 acres of land from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction to allow for review by Hays County. Council also amended the Governance Policy to require a review of the City’s Comprehensive Plan at least every five years.

• Approved consent agenda, including July 6, 2023 minutes and June 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report (5-0)
• Approved 3rd quarter Fiscal Year 2023 Investment Report (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 to release 1.56 acres of land from extraterritorial jurisdiction (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved amendment to Governance Policy Section VII requiring Comprehensive Plan review at least every five years (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider adopting proposed FY 2024 budgets for Blue Hole Regional Park and the Wimberley Community Center. The meeting also includes the election of board officers and discussions regarding naming gift agreements.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Naming gift agreement for Martha Knies Community Park
• Naming gift agreement for Cypress Creek Nature Preserve
• Proposed FY 2024 Blue Hole Regional Park budget
• Proposed FY 2024 Wimberley Community Center budget

City Council

The City Council will review the annual financial report for fiscal year 2022. The meeting also includes discussions on sewer service authorization at 110 Hillsedge Road and various hotel occupancy tax grant agreements.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 09-2023 regarding financial policies for federal and state funding
• Authorization for Aqua Texas to provide sewer service at 110 Hillsedge Road
• Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund Reimbursement Grant Agreements for several local organizations
• Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund Reimbursement Grant Agreement with the Lions Club
• Presentation of the Annual Financial and Compliance Report for fiscal year 2022

City Council approved several Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) reimbursement grants for community organizations and events. The council also accepted the FY2022 Annual Financial and Compliance Report and adopted new financial policies for state and federal grant funding.

• Accepted FY2022 Annual Financial and Compliance Report (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 09-2023 adopting Financial Policies and Grant Procedures (4-0)
• Authorized Aqua Texas to provide sewer service at 110 Hillsedge Road (3-1-1)
• Approved HOT grants for WVACA Music Destination ($6,400), Stars over Wimberley ($7,322), Wings over Wimberley ($6,125), Texas Textiles 2023 ($3,500), Wimberley Players ($11,000), Shakespeare on the River ($840), and Civic Club Home Tour ($1,400) (4-0)
• Approved HOT grant for Wimberley Institute of Cultures up to $10,000 (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 HOT grant for Lions Club Market Days (4-0)
• Postponed action on Lions Club shuttle request (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 15 and June 20 meeting minutes (3-0-2)

City Council

This meeting is a training session for the City Council and various city boards and commissions. The session will be conducted by DNRBZ Law Firm. No other legislative items are listed on this agenda.

• Training session led by DNRBZ Law Firm

City Council

The Wimberley City Council is scheduled to participate in a strategic planning session. No other specific legislative items or actions are listed on this agenda.

• Strategic Planning Session

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amending subdivision and parkland dedication regulations. The council will also discuss establishing a Local Historic District and adopting design guidelines. Additionally, they will review an interlocal agreement with Hays County regarding floodplain administration.

• Ordinance amendment for subdivision and parkland dedication regulations
• Establishment of a Local Historic District and design guidelines
• Interlocal Agreement with Hays County for floodplain administration services
• Approval of May 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report
• Appointments to the Economic Support and Development Committee

City Council approved an annual sponsorship policy and related contracts, as well as an interlocal agreement with Hays County for environmental and floodplain services. Public hearings were held regarding subdivision ordinances and a local historic district, but no actions were taken on those items.

• Approved consent agenda including June 1 minutes and May revenue report (5-0)
• Appointed Josh Smith, Molly Bowen, and Phil Collins to Economic Support and Development Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Tim Dodson to the Board of Adjustment (5-0)
• Approved annual sponsorship policy (5-0)
• Approved annual sponsorship contracts (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Hays County for floodplain administration and environmental health services (5-0)
• Appointed City Administrator Tim Patek as ex-officio member of Wimberley Valley Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Tabled action on subdivision ordinance and local historic district after public hearings

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will consider naming gift agreements for Martha Knies Community Park and Cypress Creek Nature Preserve. MHS Planning and Design, LLC is also scheduled to present an update regarding the Wimberley Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Naming gift agreement for Martha Knies Community Park
• Naming gift agreement for Cypress Creek Nature Preserve
• Presentation on the Parks Master Plan update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding ordinance changes. The commission will consider recommendations to City Council for a Local Historic District and updates to subdivision and parkland dedication regulations.

• Recommendation on amending Chapter 9 regarding subdivision and parkland dedication
• Recommendation on establishing a Local Historic District and adopting design guidelines
• Approval of May 11, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding historic property regulations and committee compositions. The agenda includes selecting bidders for two roadway rehabilitation projects and reviewing a budget amendment. Additionally, the council will consider various board appointments and city contracts.

• Ordinance 2023-11 regarding historic property and district designations
• Bids for Blue Heron Run and Spoke Hollow roadway rehabilitation projects
• Budget Amendment #8 for the American Rescue Plan Fund and Road Maintenance Fund
• Contract consideration between the City and Friends of Blue Hole
• Appointments to various city boards and commissions

City Council approved Ordinance 2023-11 to establish procedures for designating historic landmarks and districts. The council also updated the composition of the Economic Support and Development Committee and terminated a contract with Friends of Blue Hole to allow for new concert series sponsorships.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 regarding Historic Properties and Districts (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 updating Economic Support and Development Committee composition (5-0)
• Approved request for Council Member David Cohen to potentially miss three meetings (4-0-1)
• Terminated agreement with Friends of Blue Hole to enter a new concert series contract (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Board of Adjustments, Ethics Review Commission, and Parks and Recreation Board (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Planning and Zoning Commission and Transportation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Hotel Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Determined Wimberley Community Civic Club contract is null and void

City Council

The City Council will review new procedures for designating historic landmarks and districts. The agenda also includes requests for rezoning and permits for a bar and vacation rentals.

• Ordinance 2023-11 regarding Historic Properties and Districts
• Rezoning 110 Old Kyle Rd from C-2 to C-3
• Bar/tavern permit application for 110 Old Kyle Rd
• Vacation rental permits for Ranch Road 12 properties
• Contract between the City and Friends of Blue Hole

City Council approved a new framework for designating historic landmarks and districts. The council also approved a zoning change and conditional use permit for a bar/tavern at 110 Old Kyle Rd, as well as two vacation rental permits.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 to create a framework for historic landmarks and districts (4-0)
• Approved zoning change for 110 Old Kyle Rd from Commercial Moderate Impact (C-2) to Commercial High Impact (C-3) (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a bar/tavern at 110 Old Kyle Rd (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 13500 Ranch Road 12 (3-0-1)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for vacation rental at 13310 Ranch Road 12 (3-0-1)
• Approved temporary structure permit for a food truck at 101 Rhodes Lane (4-0)
• Postponed contract with Friends of Blue Hole to next meeting (4-0)
• Postponed annual sponsorship policy and community center special-use agreements to next meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office for Rebecca Minnick, Chris Sheffield, and David Cohen. The council will also elect a Mayor Pro Tem and consider changes to city bank account signatories.

• Oaths of Office for Rebecca Minnick, Chris Sheffield, and David Cohen
• Election of Mayor Pro Tem
• Action to remove Rebecca Minnick as a bank account signatory
• Action to add the new Mayor Pro Tem as a bank account signatory

The City Council administered oaths of office for the 2023-2025 terms and issued certificates of election. The council then elected a Mayor Pro Tem. Two items regarding bank account signatories were not heard or voted upon.

• Administered Oaths of Office for 2023-2025 terms to Rebecca Minnick, Chris Sheffield, and David Cohen
• Appointed Rebecca Minnick as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommendations for several land use applications. These include requests for rezoning, a bar/tavern permit, and vacation rentals. The commission will also discuss procedures for designating historic properties.

• Rezoning 110 Old Kyle Rd from C-1 to C-3 (ZA-23-002)
• Bar/tavern permit at 110 Old Kyle Rd (CUP-23-004)
• Vacation rental permit at 13500 Ranch Road 12, STE A (CUP-23-006)
• Vacation rental permit at 13310 Ranch Road 12 (CUP-23-007)
• Historic property and district designation procedures

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss a potential contract with Friends of Blue Hole and an annual sponsorship policy. City staff will also provide an update on proposed amendments to the subdivision ordinance. The board may consider special-use agreements with the Wimberley Community Center.

• Contract between City of Wimberley and Friends of Blue Hole
• Proposed amendments to the subdivision ordinance
• Annual sponsorship policy
• Special-use agreements with Wimberley Community Center

Transportation Advisory Board

The Transportation Advisory Board will discuss the Wimberley Transportation Master Plan and road maintenance updates. The board will also consider supporting a sidewalk project on Ranch Road 12 through a TxDOT grant. Additionally, members will review road rating criteria and a stop sign installation at Chaparral Drive.

• Support for Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project and TxDOT grant application
• Presentation on road rating criteria for city roads
• Update on road maintenance projects
• Proposed stop sign installation at Chaparral Drive
• Discussion of the Wimberley Transportation Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the City of Wimberley's Subdivision Ordinance. The council will also consider Resolution No. 07-2023 regarding TxDOT transportation funding.

• Presentation on the City of Wimberley's Subdivision Ordinance
• Resolution No. 07-2023 for TxDOT Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program funding
• Approval of April 20 and April 24 meeting minutes

The City Council received a presentation on proposed updates to the Subdivision Ordinance, including changes to plat procedures, plat waivers, and parkland dedication. Council reached consensus to bring the ordinance forward for a Planning and Zoning Commission presentation in June and Council consideration on June 15, 2023. The consent agenda and a resolution supporting a TxDOT grant application were approved unanimously.

• Consensus to bring Subdivision Ordinance forward for PZC presentation in June and Council consideration on June 15
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from April 20 and April 24 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 07-2023 authorizing TxDOT Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside grant application (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding Case No. BA-23-001. The applicant is requesting a variance from city code to allow for a different maximum building height for a residential structure.

• Variance request for building height at 505 River Bend Rd
• Approval of January 9, 2023, meeting minutes

General

The City Council will observe and participate in a town hall meeting hosted by Post Oak Preservation. The presentation focuses on the historic preservation project for downtown Wimberley.

• Presentation regarding the historic preservation project for downtown Wimberley

City Council and residents attended a presentation by Post Oak Preservation Solutions regarding a proposed historic district. The discussion covered district boundaries, tax credits, and design guidelines. No formal actions or votes were taken.

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from Tom Heger of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department regarding the fish weir at the Hidden Valley Crossing Bridge. The council will consider possible action following this presentation.

• Presentation regarding the fish weir at Hidden Valley Crossing Bridge

The City Council discussed a report from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department stating a fish-passage structure at the Hidden Valley Crossing Bridge was not built according to permitted plans. Council reached a consensus to review funding and coordinate with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Department to ensure the crossing meets standards.

• Consensus reached to review funding and coordinate parties to bring Hidden Valley Crossing into compliance with Fish and Wildlife standards
• Consensus reached to communicate with affected property owners regarding construction disruptions
• Adjourned workshop meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on conditional use permits for a bed and breakfast at 285 Sierra Loma and alcohol sales at 111 River Road #110. The council will also discuss updates to building regulations regarding fire flow requirements.

• Bed & Breakfast permit for 285 Sierra Loma (Ordinance No. 2023-08)
• Alcohol sale permit for 111 River Road #110 (Ordinance No. 2023-09)
• Building regulation updates regarding fire flow requirements (Ordinance No. 2023-10)
• Disbursement of Hotel Occupancy Tax funds
• Donation for a boot at Blue Hole Regional Park

City Council approved the disbursement of Hotel Occupancy Tax funds to several local organizations and events. The council also passed ordinances for two conditional use permits and updated fire flow requirements in the building regulations.

• Approved HOT fund disbursements for 11 organizations/events (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-08 for a Bed & Breakfast at 285 Sierra Loma (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-09 for on-premises alcohol sales at 111 River Road #110 (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Ordinance No. 2023-10 regarding fire flow requirements (5-0)
• Approved Q2 FY2023 Quarterly Investment Report (5-0)
• Accepted donation of a boot for Blue Hole Regional Park from Kendra Scott (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06-2023 recognizing World Migratory Bird Day (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Sheffield to the Parks Master Plan Steering Committee (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for two conditional use permit applications. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a grant for the Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project.

• Bed & Breakfast permit at 285 Sierra Loma
• Alcohol sale permit amendment at 111 River Road #110
• Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project grant application

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will consider supporting the Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project and seeking a TxDOT grant. Members will also receive an update on the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan. Discussion includes public art at Patsy Glenn Refuge and a Migratory Bird Day Resolution.

• Support for Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project and TxDOT grant application
• Update on Wimberley Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan
• Public art installation presentation at Patsy Glenn Refuge
• Migratory Bird Day Resolution recommendation

City Council

The City Council will discuss a professional services agreement with Bureau Veritas North America regarding code and fire services. The agenda also includes proclamations for April awareness months and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Professional services agreement with Bureau Veritas North America for code and fire services
• Proclamation of April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
• Proclamation of April as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
• Approval of March 23, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes
• Approval of March 27, 2023 Traffic/Transportation Townhall Meeting minutes

The City Council approved a professional services agreement with Bureau Veritas North America to provide fire code plan reviews and inspections on an as-needed basis. The council also approved the consent agenda and recognized two awareness months via proclamations.

• Approved professional services agreement with Bureau Veritas North America for code and fire services (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including meeting minutes from March 23 and March 27, 2023 (5-0)

Transportation Advisory Board

The Board will consider supporting the Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project and seeking approval for a 2023 TxDOT Transportation Alternatives Grant. Members will also discuss the Wimberley Transportation Master Plan and the board's meeting schedule. Additionally, City staff will provide an update on road maintenance projects.

• Downtown Ranch Road 12 Sidewalks Project and TxDOT grant application
• Wimberley Transportation Master Plan discussion
• Road maintenance project updates
• Board meeting schedule review

General

The City Council will participate in a community townhall meeting focused on transportation and traffic issues. Discussion topics include sidewalks, the Oldham cut-through, and parking in and around downtown.

• Sidewalks
• Oldham cut-through
• Downtown parking
• Transportation and traffic concerns

City Council

The council will discuss the issuance of Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2023. Agenda items also include updates on the Ranch Road 12 liftstation malfunction and street improvement recommendations. Additionally, the council may consider agreements for parks planning and fire services.

• Authorization of Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Agreement with MHS Planning & Design, LLC for the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan
• Professional services agreement with Bureau Veritas North America for code and fire services
• Street improvement recommendations from the Transportation Advisory Board
• Update on the Ranch Road 12 liftstation malfunction

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance regarding unopposed candidates for the May 6, 2023, General Election. The council will also consider rescheduling a future meeting and discussing winter freeze impacts.

• Ordinance No. 2023-06 regarding unopposed candidates and election cancellation
• Update from the Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee Chair
• Rescheduling of the March 16, 2023, City Council meeting
• Discussion related to the Winter Freeze
• Proclamation for Spay & Neuter Awareness

City Council canceled the May 6 General Election because all candidates were unopposed. The council also authorized the purchase of property at 280 Old Kyle Road and approved additional funding for winter storm debris removal.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-06 to cancel the May 6, 2023 General Election (4-0)
• Authorized $30,000 in additional funds for debris pick-up, totaling $65,000 (4-0)
• Directed City Administrator to purchase property at 280 Old Kyle Road (4-0)
• Rescheduled March 16, 2023 meeting to March 23, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February 16 and February 20 meeting minutes (4-0)

Transportation Advisory Board

The Board will receive updates on road maintenance projects and grant applications. Members will also discuss providing an update to City Council regarding traffic calming measures and transportation priorities.

• Speed cushions or traffic calming on River Road and CR 1492
• Updates on road maintenance projects and grant applications
• Discussion of ADA and Fire Lane compliance
• Transportation improvement project priorities

City Council

The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order and roll call. The City Council may enter an executive session to deliberate on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.

• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property

The City Council convened for a special meeting that included an executive session to deliberate on real property. No substantive actions were taken in open session before the meeting adjourned.

• Adjourned meeting at 1:31 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special workshop to conduct a mid-year review of the Fiscal Year 2023 Goals and Priorities. The session is intended for discussion and providing direction on these objectives.

• FY2023 Mid-Year Goals & Priorities review

The City Council conducted a mid-year review of the Fiscal Year 2023 goals and priorities. The meeting consisted of discussions regarding city initiatives; no formal votes or legislative actions were taken.

• Discussed code enforcement processes
• Discussed Tourism Director position and HOT fund implementation
• Discussed timeline for Subdivision & Planning/Zoning Ordinance revisions
• Discussed Historic District establishment and upcoming townhall
• Reviewed Transportation/Traffic Plan recommendations
• Reviewed status of Alternative Transportation preliminary grant for sidewalks
• Discussed ADA & Fire Lane Compliance review

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning amendments and one conditional use permit. The agenda also includes discussions regarding community center fees, transportation issues, and naming a wetland feature.

• Zoning amendment for 12333 Ranch Road 12 (RA to R1)
• Zoning amendment for 14800 Ranch Road 12 (R1 to C-1)
• Conditional Use Permit for Bed & Breakfast at 110 Little Ranches Road - Unit A
• Naming the 'Jerry Lunow Wetlands' at Patsy Glenn Refuge
• Update to Wimberley Community Center Fee schedule

City Council approved a zoning change to commercial use at 14800 Ranch Road 12 and a bed and breakfast permit at 110 Little Ranches Road. The council also authorized $20,000 for winter freeze limb and brush pick-up. A request to rezone 12333 Ranch Road 12 from Residential Acreage to Rural Residential 1 was denied.

• Denied zoning amendment for 12333 Ranch Road 12 (3-2)
• Approved zoning change for 14800 Ranch Road 12 to Commercial - Low Impact (5-0)
• Approved Bed & Breakfast Conditional Use Permit for 110 Little Ranches Road - Unit A (unanimous)
• Approved temporary structure permit for tent at 110 Oak Drive (5-0)
• Approved naming the Patsy Glenn Refuge wetland feature the 'Jerry Lunow Wetlands' (5-0)
• Approved recreation team instructor packet with 70%-30% revenue split (5-0)
• Approved Wimberley Community Center Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved up to $20,000 for additional limb/brush pick-up (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several zoning amendments and a conditional use permit. The commission will also discuss the establishment of a Historic District in downtown Wimberley.

• Rezoning 12333 Ranch Road 12 from RA to R1 (ZA-22-004)
• Rezoning 14800 Ranch Road 12 from R1 to C-1 (ZA-23-001)
• Conditional Use Permit for a Bed & Breakfast at 110 Little Ranches Rd - Unit A
• Discussion on establishing a downtown Wimberley Historic District

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will discuss actions related to the winter freeze. The council will also consider Ordinance 2023-02 to extend the local disaster declaration for severe freeze and winter weather events.

• Consideration of Ordinance 2023-02 to extend the local disaster declaration
• Discussion regarding possible action related to the winter freeze

City Council approved an ordinance to extend the local disaster declaration for the severe freeze and winter weather event. The Council also authorized additional funding for ice storm recovery efforts.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 to extend severe winter weather event local disaster declaration (4-0)
• Authorized up to $15,000 for City Administrator for labor, materials, or items related to the ice storm (4-0)

General

The Transportation Advisory Board will discuss recommendations for speed cushions or humps on River Road and 1492. Staff will also provide updates on road maintenance, grant applications, and engineering costs.

• Recommendation to Council regarding speed cushions/speed humps on River Road and 1492
• Proposed road project priority list
• Transportation Alternatives grant application update
• Current road maintenance projects update

The Board established a priority list for road improvements, placing Spoke Hollow first, followed by Blue Heron and the Square. The Board also received updates on a grant application for sidewalks and high-intensity activated crosswalks.

• Approved minutes from December 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted city staff report on road maintenance and grants
• Prioritized Spoke Hollow as the No. 1 road project
• Prioritized Blue Heron as the No. 2 road project
• Prioritized the Square (overlay and striping) as the No. 3 road project

City Council

The City Council will consider Ordinance No. 2023-01 to order a General Election for three council seats. The agenda also includes discussions regarding event sponsorships and a downtown office lease.

• Ordinance No. 2023-01 ordering a General Election on May 6, 2023
• Acceptance of sponsorships for the Blue Hole Polar Bear Plunge & 5K
• Temporary Structure permit request for a food service trailer at 14200 Ranch Road 12
• Lease agreement for downtown office space for the Tourism Director

City Council approved an ordinance to hold a general election for Council Places One, Three, and Five. The council also approved a downtown office lease for the Tourism Director and a temporary food service permit.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-01 ordering General Election for May 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted monetary and in-kind sponsorships for Blue Hole Polar Bear Plunge & 5K (5-0)
• Approved temporary structure permit for food service trailer at 14200 Ranch Road 12 (5-0)
• Approved downtown office space lease agreement for Tourism Director (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

General

The City Council will observe and participate in a town hall meeting hosted by Post Oak Preservation. The presentation concerns a historic preservation project for downtown Wimberley.

• Town hall meeting regarding the downtown Wimberley historic preservation project

The City Council participated in a town hall meeting hosted by Post Oak Preservation Solutions regarding a historic preservation project for downtown Wimberley. The session consisted of a presentation and informal discussion with citizens; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will consider budget amendments involving the American Rescue Plan Fund and Blue Hole fund transfers. They will also discuss a sewage disposal plan and heritage tree removal for a proposed Dollar General on Ranch Road 12. Additionally, the council will review election service agreements with Hays County.

• Sewage disposal plan for proposed Dollar General at Ranch Road 12 and Saddle Ridge Drive
• Variance to remove a heritage tree at Ranch Road 12 and Saddle Ridge Drive
• Budget Amendment No. 5 regarding American Rescue Plan Fund expenditures
• Budget Amendment No. 6 regarding American Rescue Plan Fund expenditures
• Contract for Election Services with Hays County for the May 6, 2023 General Election

City Council denied a request to remove a heritage tree at the intersection of Ranch Road 12 and Saddleridge Drive. The council also approved several budget amendments for the Blue Hole Lift Station and Oak Park, and finalized election service agreements with Hays County.

• Denied variance to remove heritage tree at Ranch Road 12 and Saddleridge Drive (5-0)
• Postponed action on sewage disposal plan for proposed Dollar General (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 03-2023 budget amendment for Blue Hole Lift Station (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 04-2023 budget amendment for Blue Hole Lift Station generator and stairwell (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 05-2023 budget amendment of $78,701.13 for Oak Park turf and other items (5-0)
• Approved contract for election services with Hays County Elections Administrator (5-0)
• Approved joint election agreement between City of Wimberley and Hays County (5-0)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes and December 2022 Revenue and Expenditure Report (5-0)

Ethics Review Commission

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests. These include a building height deviation at 211 Joe Wimberley Blvd and a side setback encroachment at 310 Mill Race.

• Building height variance for 211 Joe Wimberley Blvd (Case No. BA-22-002)
• Side setback encroachment variance for 310 Mill Race (Case No. BA-22-003)
• Approval of May 11, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Wimberley City Council will consider approving a new Fair Housing Policy and an amendment to the 2022/2023 Operating Budget. The agenda also includes updates on transportation programs and city staff reports regarding infrastructure.

• Resolution No. 01-2023: Fair Housing Policy approval
• Resolution No. 02-2023: Budget Amendment No. 4 for Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund
• Update from Hays County Constable Don Montague
• Discussion on TxDOT 2023 Transportation Alternatives Program

City Council adopted a Fair Housing Policy to support state and federal grant applications. The Council also approved a budget amendment to allow expenditures from the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund for downtown rental space.

• Approved Resolution No. 01-2023 establishing a Fair Housing Policy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 02-2023 amending the 2022/2023 Operating Budget for Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund expenditures (5-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)