Lago Vista meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Lago Vista council appoints interim city manager, approves comprehensive plan draft; two tax rate motions fail

The Lago Vista City Council appointed Ron Joy as Interim City Manager and approved a draft Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map at its Oct. 16 meeting, according to the minutes summary in the supplied record. At the same meeting, two separate motions to amend the 2026-2027 budget and reduce the tax rate failed.

Interim city manager and Little League agreement

The appointment of Ron Joy as Interim City Manager passed 6-0. The Council also approved a first amendment to the Lago Vista Little League agreement by 6-0. The supplied summary does not describe the terms of that amendment.

Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map

The Council approved a draft of the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map with specific zoning designations on a 4-2 vote. The Oct. 14 council agenda had listed a Comprehensive Plan update "regarding commercial designations on the Future Land Use Map" for discussion.

Wastewater repairs ratified, easements released

The Council ratified emergency repairs to the wastewater treatment plant lift station by 7-0, and approved the release of two public utility and drainage easements at 21534 Lakefront Drive by 7-0. Minutes for the Sept. 17, 2026, meeting were approved 7-0.

Two tax rate motions fail

A motion to approve Ordinance 26-09-25-01 to reduce the tax rate to 0.42 failed 3-4. A motion to set the tax rate at .446795 and reduce legal, salary, and training costs failed 2-5. The summary states that no action was taken on ratification of property tax revenue or on the levying of ad valorem taxes.

Economic Development Corporation, Oct. 15

The EDC voted unanimously to put the TBA Douglas planning proposal forward for City Council consideration with the Board's backing. It also approved the July 14, 2026, regular meeting minutes with formatting corrections, unanimously.

A separate Oct. 15 EDC record shows the Board tabled an NSP wayfinding proposal unanimously, to further define the scope and coordinate with the City Council, and voted unanimously to pursue five presented grants that require no matching funds. It approved the May 12, 2026, regular meeting minutes 4-0-1, with Jonathan Awtry abstaining. The EDC workplan, Dawn Drive zoning, a deer mosaic artwork, and grant writer updates were discussed with no formal action taken.

Awaiting minutes

Several meetings appear in the supplied data as agenda only, with minutes not yet published, so outcomes are not established here. These include the Oct. 14 City Council agenda, which listed Ordinance No. 26-10-15-01 on property maintenance and dangerous buildings; a first amendment to the Development and Annexation Agreement for the 109.4251-acre Luna Ridge development; Hotel Occupancy Tax operating and service agreements with the North Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center; and ratification of Assistant Chief Thomas Franco as Interim Police Chief.

Also agenda only: the Oct. 20 Golf Course Advisory Committee (2026-2027 work plan activities and future meeting dates); the Oct. 20 Board of Adjustment, which scheduled a public hearing on special exception 26-3001-SP-E to increase maximum height at 2007 Coolidge Lane and an executive session for legal advice on special exceptions; and the Oct. 22 Library Advisory Board, which was to discuss and possibly approve the 2027 Long-Range Plan updated Sept. 14.

Coming up

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Lago Vista council approves FY 2026-2027 budget and tax levy on 4-3 votes

Lago Vista's City Council approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and the property tax levy that funds it, each on 4-3 votes at its October 5, 2026 meeting, according to official minutes. The fiscal year began October 1, 2026. The council also ratified an increase in total property tax revenue for the same year, again on a 4-3 vote. The minutes as summarized do not state the dollar amount of the budget, the tax rate, or the amount of the revenue increase.

Budget and tax decisions

Three related actions were taken at the October 5 meeting:

• Approved FY 2026-2027 Budget (4-3)
• Ratified increase in total property tax revenue for FY 2026-2027 (4-3)
• Approved ordinance levying Ad Valorem Taxes for FY 2026-2027 (4-3)

The same meeting approved TMLIRP Board of Trustees ballot selections (7-0) and the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0). The council decided not to fill a Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy; no vote tally for that item was recorded in the summary.

Wastewater repair, easements, and the Comprehensive Plan

A September 30, 2026 City Council agenda listed several items for possible action, but no minutes have been published, so no outcomes are known. The agenda included a closed executive session on legal advice, the Interim City Manager's duties, two pending lawsuits — Alton Moore v. City of Lago Vista and Caelum Capital v. City of Lago Vista — and a proposed amendment to the Lago Vista Little League agreement.

In open session, the council was scheduled to consider ratifying emergency staff action authorizing repairs to the wastewater treatment plant lift station discharge piping; Resolution No. 26-2226, which would release two five-foot public utility and drainage easements at 21534 Lakefront Drive (Country Club Estates, Section Five, Lots 910 and 911); and giving staff direction on the Comprehensive Plan Update and Future Land Use Map following a Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation. A work session was set to cover e-bike operations and safety on city streets and next steps for a Texas Water Development Board Clean Water State Revolving Fund application.

One note on the record: the summary for this entry is dated September 30, 2026, while its text refers to a meeting on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The supplied material does not resolve which date is correct.

Building rules and the Luna Ridge agreement

An October 8, 2026 City Council agenda listed Ordinance No. 26-10-15-01 on property maintenance and dangerous buildings; a First Amendment to the Development and Annexation Agreement for the 109.4251-acre Luna Ridge development; Hotel Occupancy Tax operating and service agreements with the North Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center; a Comprehensive Plan Update on commercial designations in the Future Land Use Map; and ratification of Assistant Chief Thomas Franco as Interim Police Chief. No minutes have been published, so none of these items is confirmed as decided.

Boards and committees

Three advisory bodies met or were scheduled to meet, all with agendas only and no published minutes:

• **Economic Development Corporation, October 6:** the 2026-2027 workplan, potential funding for the TBA Douglas proposal, filling the unexpired terms of Corey Wright and Jonathan Awtry, a proposed deer mosaic artwork installation, and 501(c)(3) recommendations.
• **Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee, October 7:** use of 2024 CO Bond funds for parks, the Parks Master Plan and update, the welcome sign on 1431, the upper field at the Sports Complex, and bike safety.
• **Youth Advisory Committee, October 7:** funding for a new city trail, project ideas for National Bully Prevention Night, e-bikes, service opportunities with Keep Lago Vista Beautiful, the Hope Center Community Pumpkin Patch and Veterans Day activities, and finalizing an order for committee shirts.

Coming up

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Lago Vista Council holds executive session; budget, tax rate decisions pending

The Lago Vista City Council met in executive session on Aug. 21 to discuss Flock cameras and receive legal advice, but made no substantive decisions in the open portion of the meeting. Other recent meetings were agenda-only, leaving decisions on the city budget, tax rate, and zoning exceptions pending.

City Council

On Aug. 21, the council convened into executive session at 2:03 PM to discuss Flock cameras and receive legal advice from the City Attorney under Texas Gov't Code § 551.071. The minutes record only the call to order, roll call, and the executive session; no substantive decisions were made in the open portion.

The same day, a special called meeting agenda proposed setting the 2027 tax rate at $0.451988 per $100 valuation and selecting a date for a public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda also included an executive session on interim city manager applicants and legal matters regarding Keep Lago Vista Beautiful. The taxpayer impact statement indicated the median homestead tax bill would rise by approximately $96.12 to $1,358.06. No minutes have been published for this meeting, so no vote is recorded.

At the Aug. 19 regular meeting (agenda only), the council was set to consider amendments to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget, the proposed FY 2026-2027 CIP project list, and a citywide performance management framework with KPIs and merit pay. The agenda also included discussion of zoning rules on commercial trailers in residential rights-of-way (Section 8-10 and City Code 6-65) and a budget work session with the proposed budget and taxpayer impact statement. An executive session was scheduled for legal and personnel matters, including the interim city manager search and a possible assistant city manager position.

Planning & Zoning Commission

On Aug. 13, the Planning & Zoning Commission considered a modification to the Firefly Cove Planned Development District (PDD) covering approximately 211 acres (Ordinance No. 21-09-02-01). The commission also discussed a referral from the City Council regarding subdivision regulations drafted by former Council Member Rob Durbin. The agenda included approval of minutes from June 11 and July 9, 2026. No action was recorded.

Board of Adjustment

On Aug. 20, the Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on special exception 26-3001-SP-E to exceed the maximum building height at 2007 Coolidge Lane (Lot 3023 Highland Lake Estates Section 3). The board also approved minutes from Jan. 5 and Aug. 3, 2026. The agenda included a citizen comments period and routine reports. No decision was recorded.

Coming up

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Lago Vista Council Authorizes $1.1M Land Purchase, Appoints Judge

The Lago Vista City Council took significant action at its Aug. 7 meeting, authorizing the city manager to negotiate the purchase of 111.62 acres at 20406 Earhart Lane for up to $1.1 million. The council also appointed a new presiding judge and approved a franchise agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, among other items. All decisions were recorded in official minutes.

City Council actions (Aug. 7)

The council voted 5-1 to authorize the city manager to negotiate the purchase of the property, which includes the World of Resorts golf course area. The same 5-1 vote approved the Pedernales Electric Cooperative franchise agreement as amended.

In a 6-0 vote, the council appointed Erin Higginbotham as Presiding Judge. Additional 6-0 votes approved:

• A Joint Election Agreement with Travis County for the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
• Ordinance 26-07-16-01 for 2026 General Election procedures.
• Resolution 26-2216 for accessible voting systems at polling places.
• A lower ball field lease with the Lago Vista Independent School District.
• Authorization for the city manager to enter an agreement with MVBA for delinquent utility collection.

Other recent meetings

The Golf Course Advisory Committee met twice on Aug. 3. In the first meeting, it approved minutes from April 28, 2026, and discussed the work plan and community outreach on clubhouse and course improvements. In the second meeting, it approved minutes from May 26, 2026, and staff reported increases in rounds and gross revenue for June and year-to-date. No other substantive actions were taken.

Several meetings occurred with agendas but no published minutes, meaning no decisions were recorded:

• The Aug. 3 City Council agenda included discussion of a proposed ordinance banning mass surveillance technology, Flock Safety license plate reader cameras, a potential TxDOT agreement for license plate recognition cameras, the FY 2026-2027 budget calendar, a capital improvement project list, and a draft City Charter for the ballot.
• The Aug. 5 Economic Development Corporation meeting considered matching funds for grants, funding sources, and its 2026-2027 workplan.
• The Aug. 13 Planning & Zoning Commission considered a modification to the Firefly Cove Planned Development District (about 211 acres) and a possible subdivision regulations draft from former Council Member Rob Durbin.
• The Aug. 14 City Council agenda included CIP budget amendments, a proposed FY 2026-2027 project list, a performance management framework, and discussion of zoning rules on commercial trailers. It also included a budget work session and an executive session on the interim city manager search.

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Lago Vista Council Authorizes $1.1M Land Purchase, Appoints Judge

The Lago Vista City Council on Aug. 7 authorized the city manager to negotiate the purchase of 111.62 acres at 20406 Earhart Lane for up to $1.1 million, appointed Erin Higginbotham as presiding judge, and approved a franchise agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC), among other actions. The council also approved election procedures and a lease with the school district.

City Council

The council voted 5-1 to authorize the city manager to negotiate the purchase of 111.62 acres at 20406 Earhart Lane for up to $1.1 million. The property was previously discussed at the Aug. 3 meeting, where the agenda included deliberation on purchasing 111.6268 acres at the same address and the World of Resorts golf course.

In other action, the council:

• Appointed Erin Higginbotham as Presiding Judge (6-0).
• Approved the PEC franchise agreement as amended (5-1).
• Approved a Joint Election Agreement with Travis County for the Nov. 3, 2026 election (6-0).
• Approved Ordinance 26-07-16-01 for 2026 General Election procedures (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 26-2216 for accessible voting systems at polling places (6-0).
• Approved a lower ball field lease with the Lago Vista Independent School District (6-0).
• Authorized the city manager to enter an agreement with MVBA for delinquent utility collection (6-0).

The Aug. 3 council meeting was an agenda-only session; no minutes have been published. That agenda included discussion of a proposed ordinance banning mass surveillance technology, the police department's use of Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras, a potential agreement with TxDOT for license plate recognition cameras, the FY 2026-2027 budget calendar, a capital improvement project list, and a draft City Charter for the ballot.

Economic Development Corporation

At its July 28 meeting, the EDC board appointed David vonOhlerking, Justin Loucks, and Don Johndrow to a planning assistance subcommittee (unanimous) and approved the April 14, 2026 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous). The subcommittee will evaluate and initiate discussions with planning assistance firms.

On Aug. 5, the EDC met to consider matching funds for upcoming grants, potential funding sources, and its 2026-2027 workplan. No decisions were published from that meeting.

Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee approved meeting minutes at three separate meetings in late July and early August. At its July 28 meeting, it approved the March 24 minutes and staff reported a 14% increase in rounds and a 27% increase in revenue year-to-date. On Aug. 3, the committee approved the April 28 minutes and discussed the work plan and community outreach regarding clubhouse and course improvements. Later that same day, it approved the May 26 minutes, with staff reporting increases in rounds and gross revenue for June and year-to-date.

Board of Adjustment and Planning & Zoning

The Board of Adjustment met July 27 on an agenda-only basis. It held public hearings on three rear-yard setback variance requests at 3003 Boone Drive, 2905 Patriot Drive, and 21008 Stillwood Ct., and discussed electing officers and possible recommendations to the Planning & Zoning Commission. No decisions were published.

The Planning & Zoning Commission met July 30 on an agenda-only basis. It considered a modification to the Firefly Cove Planned Development District covering approximately 211 acres and discussed a possible subdivision regulations draft from former Council Member Rob Durbin. No decisions were published.

Coming up

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