Longview meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes
Plain-English weekly recaps written from official meeting records. 8 weeks available.
Weeks
- week of 2026-08-24 — Longview Council budget, tax rate top recent agendas; MPO weighs street guidelines
- week of 2026-08-17 — Longview council weighs budget, tax rate; MPO to consider street guidelines
- week of 2026-08-10 — Longview City Council reviews FY2026-27 budget, considers contracts; no votes reported
- week of 2026-08-03 — Longview City Council Reviews Proposed FY2026-27 Budget; Boards Take Up Zoning, Transit, and Pension Items
- week of 2026-07-20 — Longview City Council weighed zoning, grants, and safety contracts in busy July stretch
- week of 2026-07-13 — Longview boards and council lined up zoning, budget, and health plan items in early July
- week of 2026-07-06 — Longview Roundup: Council Agendas Include Water Plant Payments, Safety Audit, and Zoning Hearings; Minutes Not Yet Published
- week of 2026-06-29 — Longview council certifies District 3 runoff; health budget, zoning hearings ahead
Week of 2026-08-24
Longview Council budget, tax rate top recent agendas; MPO weighs street guidelines
Longview City Council's Aug. 13 agenda included discussion of the proposed 2026-27 city budget and a resolution proposing a tax rate of 56.19 cents per $100 valuation, which would set a public hearing for Sept. 17. The agenda also listed contracts for audit services and pickleball court construction. Minutes have not yet been published, so no votes or final decisions are confirmed.
City Council budget and tax
The council discussed the proposed 2026-27 budget and fee resolution. A resolution proposing a 2026 tax rate of 56.19 cents per $100 valuation was on the agenda, with a public hearing scheduled for Sept. 17, 2026. The consent agenda included a contract with Forvis Mazars, LLP for audit services at a maximum of $150,000 annually, and a contract with Contech Contractors for $274,387.95 to build pickleball courts at McWhorter Park. A public hearing was also listed for a Specific Use Permit for a single-family home in C-2 zoning on East Whaley Street.
Other recent meetings
The Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission met Aug. 18 to discuss housing program updates, HUD updates, an Affordable Housing Rental Resource Guide, and the LHA Paperless Rollout. No action items were listed.
The Longview Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Board met Aug. 19 to consider adopting Complete Street Design Guidelines and a policy statement, following a presentation by Kevin St. Jacques of Freese and Nichols Inc. The board also discussed the Fourth Street Corridor Study and approved the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes. The meeting was live-streamed on Facebook Live, CityView TV, and Longview Cable TV.
Public notices indicated the City Council may have attended the Fourth Street Corridor Study Open House on Aug. 13 and the LeTourneau University Air Dome grand opening on Aug. 19. These were procedural notices of possible attendance, with no decisions or discussions.
Coming up
- **Longview Economic Development Corporation** – Aug. 27: The board will consider amending its FY2026 budget and approving the FY2027 budget, receive a marketing update, and may enter executive session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations.
- **City Council** – Aug. 27: The council will discuss a proposed one-time $500 retention payment for employees earning under $50,000 a year, an update on the firefighters' pension fund, and potential improvements to the Green Street Recreation Center. The consent agenda includes a $6,000 grant from Southwestern Electric Power Company Foundation for the 2026 Great Texas Balloon Race, a contract up to $75,000 with Kimley Horn for MPO transportation planning, and acceptance of the 2025 CDBG – Park Street Improvements project with a final payment of $11,353.30 to Rayford's Truck and Tractor. The council will also consider awarding a contract to ETC Institute for a community survey.
- **Walk of Honor Golf Classic** – Aug. 28, Alpine Golf Course (2385 Smelley Rd). The council may attend.
- **Walk of Honor Ceremony** – Aug. 29, 4-6 PM, Longview Community Center, 500 E Whaley St. The council may attend.
- **National Night Out Kick-Off** – Sept. 1, 6-8 PM, Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Blvd. The council may attend.
- **Historic Preservation Commission** – Sept. 1, 2:00 PM, site tour of Central Fire Station at 100 E. Cotton Street, with a citizen comment period.
Week of 2026-08-17
Longview council weighs budget, tax rate; MPO to consider street guidelines
The Longview City Council on Aug. 13 discussed the proposed 2026-27 city budget and a resolution proposing a tax rate of 56.19 cents per $100 valuation, which would set a public hearing for Sept. 17. No final decisions have been published; meeting minutes are pending. Other recent meetings included a public hearing on a historic fire station exhaust system and several attendance notices.
City Council budget and tax rate
The council discussed the proposed 2026-27 budget and fee resolution. A resolution proposing the 2026 tax rate of 56.19 cents per $100 valuation was on the agenda, with a public hearing scheduled for Sept. 17, 2026. The consent agenda included several contracts:
- Forvis Mazars, LLP for audit services, maximum $150,000 annually
- Contech Contractors for $274,387.95 for McWhorter Park pickleball courts
- Troy & Banks for a cable franchise fee audit
A public hearing was also scheduled for Specific Use Permit #S26-05 for a single-family home in C-2 zoning on East Whaley Street. Discussion items covered unused city property and director-level positions.
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing on Aug. 4 for Certificate of Appropriateness #COA26-01, a request from the City of Longview to install a vehicle exhaust removal system at the Local Historic Landmark, The Longview Municipal Building - Central Fire Station at 100 E. Cotton Street. The commission also considered approval of its Sept. 2, 2025 meeting minutes.
Other recent notices
The City Council had several procedural attendance notices on its calendar:
- Aug. 4: Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the West Loop ER at CHRISTUS Health, 2101 W. Loop 281, 10:00–11:30 AM
- Aug. 7: Police Department commissioning ceremony at 518 W. South Street, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Aug. 13: Fourth Street Corridor Study Open House at Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Blvd., 5:00–7:00 PM
These were attendance notices only; no decisions or discussions were scheduled.
Coming up
- **Aug. 18** – Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission: discussion of Housing Program Updates, HUD Updates, an Affordable Housing Rental Resource Guide, and the LHA Paperless Rollout.
- **Aug. 19** – City Council may attend the grand opening of the LeTourneau University Air Dome at 2100 S. Mobberly Ave., 1:30 p.m.
- **Aug. 19** – Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Board: consider adopting Complete Street Design Guidelines and Policy Statement, discuss the Fourth Street Corridor Study, and receive public comment. The meeting will be live-streamed on Facebook Live, CityView TV, and Longview Cable TV.
Week of 2026-08-10
Longview City Council reviews FY2026-27 budget, considers contracts; no votes reported
Longview city boards and commissions met over the past two weeks to review budgets, contracts, and property matters. No decisions have been reported, as minutes from these meetings have not yet been published. The most significant item was the City Council's July 30 review of the proposed FY2026-27 budget and consideration of a $366,547 construction contract.
City Council
The City Council met July 30 to receive the proposed FY2026-27 budget presentation and set a public hearing date. The council also discussed the city's recycling program with the Public Works assistant director. Action items on the agenda included:
- A resolution to apply for a U.S. Department of Justice COPS Microgrant up to $200,000 for police software.
- A resolution awarding a $366,547 contract to Casey Slone Construction, LLC for the City Hall Finance & Info Services swap.
- An ordinance to accept the Temple Emanu-El property and dedicate it as "Emanu-El Park."
- A contract with Thompson Consulting Services, LLC for Disaster Debris Management & Monitoring.
No votes on these items have been reported.
Economic Development
The Longview Economic Development Corporation (LEDCO) board met July 30 and considered authorizing the President/CEO to execute a release of lien for Ninth Avenue Foods. The board also planned to enter executive session to discuss real property (Section 551.072) and economic development negotiations (Section 551.087). Consent agenda items included approval of June minutes and an activity report.
Public Safety and Health
The Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund board reviewed June 2026 financial statements and account reconciliations on July 28. The agenda included a refund of contributions to Mark Mahan due to separation, and discussions of upcoming retirements and professional conferences (TEXPERS Summer Forum in San Antonio, Aug. 2-4, and TLFFRA Annual Conference in Harlingen, Oct. 4-6).
The Health Trustee Board met July 30 to consider a recommendation from HUB International to move stop loss coverage to AXIS.
Transportation, Parks, and Animal Services
The Public Transportation Advisory Board met July 28 to review the transit budget and funding, staffing vacancies, ridership reports, and updates to mobile ticketing, the transit website, and the flag stop system. The board also discussed the Adopt-A-Shelter program.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met July 27 for routine procedural items, including approval of minutes and consent agenda reports on recreation, parks maintenance, beautification, and director updates.
The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee met July 30 to review a 10-year update, staff training, and future planning.
Historic Preservation
The Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing Aug. 4 on Certificate of Appropriateness #COA26-01, a request from the City of Longview to install a vehicle exhaust removal system at the Local Historic Landmark, The Longview Municipal Building - Central Fire Station at 100 E. Cotton Street. The commission also approved minutes from Sept. 2, 2025.
Notices and Ceremonies
Several public notices announced possible council attendance at community events: the LFD Personnel Recognition Ceremony (July 30), the West Loop ER ribbon-cutting at CHRISTUS Health (Aug. 4), and the Longview PD Commissioning Ceremony (Aug. 7). No decisions were scheduled.
Coming up
- **Aug. 13** – Fourth Street Corridor Study Open House, 5–7 p.m., Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Blvd.
- **Aug. 18** – Longview Housing Authority Advisory Commission regular meeting, including housing program updates, HUD updates, an Affordable Housing Rental Resource Guide, and LHA Paperless Rollout.
- **Aug. 19** – LeTourneau University Air Dome grand opening, 1:30 p.m., 2100 S. Mobberly Ave. (possible council attendance).
Week of 2026-08-03
Longview City Council Reviews Proposed FY2026-27 Budget; Boards Take Up Zoning, Transit, and Pension Items
City Council: Budget, contracts, and parkland on the agenda
The Longview City Council's July 30 meeting carried the week's most consequential agenda. Council members were scheduled to receive a presentation of the proposed FY2026-27 city budget and establish a public hearing date for it. Several action items were also posted, including:
- A resolution awarding a **$366,547** contract to Casey Slone Construction, LLC for the Longview City Hall Building — Finance & Info Services Swap.
- A resolution to apply for a U.S. Department of Justice COPS Microgrant of up to **$200,000** for police software.
- An ordinance to accept the Temple Emanu-El property and dedicate it as **Emanu-El Park**.
- A contract with Thompson Consulting Services, LLC for Disaster Debris Management & Monitoring.
- A discussion of the city's recycling program with the Public Works Assistant Director.
Because minutes have not yet been published, the outcomes of these items are not yet confirmed.
Planning & Zoning Commission: Lot-width waiver and specific-use permit
The Planning & Zoning Commission held two public hearings July 21. The first considered a waiver to reduce the minimum lot width from 80 feet to approximately 78.24 feet for a single-family lot in the SF-2 district — Lot 23, Block 1109 Evanshill Estates, on the north side of Ruthlynn Drive east of McCann Road.
The second hearing reviewed a specific-use permit to allow a single-family home in a heavy-commercial (C-2) district on the south side of East Whaley Street east of Sixth Street, covering Lot 1, NCB 118 Longview McNutt Acreage and Lots 11 and 12, NCB 107 Texas Land Co. The commission also received a staff update on prior City Council zoning actions.
Zoning Board of Adjustment: Parking and setback variances
Also on July 21, the Zoning Board of Adjustment considered two variance applications:
- **Application #V26-05:** MLMT Properties DBA Phillips Flooring requested 18 parking spaces instead of the required 24 at **1904 Judson Road**.
- **Application #V26-06:** Julian Torres requested a residential accessory building in front of the main building facade at **910 East Whaley Street**.
Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund: June financials and retirements
The Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund board met July 21 and again July 28 to review June 2026 reconciliations for Moody Checking, Moody Disbursement, and MSSB Omnibus, along with internal financial statements and meeting minutes. The July 28 agenda included a refund of contributions to Mark Mahan due to separation. Members also discussed upcoming retirements and conferences: the TEXPERS Summer Forum in San Antonio (August 2–4, 2026) and the TLFFRA Annual Conference in Harlingen (October 4–6, 2026). The next regular board meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026.
Public Transportation Advisory Board: Budget and ridership
On July 28, the Public Transportation Advisory Board reviewed the transit budget and funding, staffing vacancies, and a ridership report including a Christus New Resident's Tour. The board also heard presentations on mobile ticketing, the transit website, the flag stop system, and an Adopt-A-Shelter program.
Longview Economic Development Corporation: Lien release and executive session
The LEDCO Board on July 30 considered authorizing the President/CEO to execute a release of lien for Ninth Avenue Foods. The board also planned to enter executive session under Section 551.072 for real property discussion and Section 551.087 for economic development negotiations with a prospect. Consent items included June 25, 2026 minutes and an activity report.
Other meetings
- **Parks and Recreation Advisory Board** (July 27): Routine procedural items, including approval of June 29, 2026 minutes and consent reports on recreation, parks maintenance, beautification, and the director's update. No public hearings, rezonings, or monetary decisions were posted.
- **Animal Shelter Advisory Committee** (July 30): Discussed a 10-year update, staff training, and future planning.
- **Health Trustee Board** (July 30): Considered a recommendation from HUB International to move stop loss coverage to AXIS.
- **City Council notice** (July 30): Council members may have attended an LFD Personnel Recognition Ceremony at Maude Cobb Convention Center.
Coming up
- **Aug. 4 — Historic Preservation Commission:** Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness #COA26-01 to install a vehicle exhaust removal system at the Longview Municipal Building — Central Fire Station, 100 E. Cotton Street.
- **Aug. 4 — City Council notice:** Council may attend a ribbon-cutting for the new West Loop ER at CHRISTUS Health, 2101 W. Loop 281, 10:00–11:30 AM.
- **Aug. 13 — City Council notice:** Council may attend the Fourth Street Corridor Study Open House at Maude Cobb Convention Center, 5:00–7:00 PM.
All recent meetings listed above are agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published. Outcomes will be confirmed when minutes become available.
Week of 2026-07-20
Longview City Council weighed zoning, grants, and safety contracts in busy July stretch
The Longview City Council's July 9 meeting agenda carried the largest dollar items of the past two weeks — a $240,000 federal grant plus $60,000 local match for the Safe Streets for All program and a $54,271.80 homeland security grant for a Fire Department chemical analysis device — alongside four zoning public hearings and contracts for fire suppression and water treatment supplies. Minutes for all recent meetings have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.
City Council — July 9
The council was scheduled to hold public hearings on four zoning items:
- Rezone from Agriculture to Single Family (SF-4) on Hidden Hills Circle
- Rezone from General Retail to Heavy Commercial on South Eastman Road
- Specific Use Permit for a restaurant with private club at Eastman Road and Dennis Drive
- Rezone from General Retail/Heavy Commercial to Planned Development at 119 W. Marshall Avenue
Budget amendments on the agenda:
- $240,000 Federal Highway Administration grant plus $60,000 local match for Safe Streets for All
- $54,271.80 homeland security grant for a chemical analysis device for the Fire Department
Contracts listed for consideration:
- Abco Fire & Security and American Fire Protection Group for fire suppression
- Airgas for liquid oxygen at the Water Treatment Plant
Health Trustee Board — July 9
The board was scheduled to hear a presentation from Heath Haigood of HUB International on updated plan options, then consider adoption of the Health Plan budget for FY2026/2027 and potential changes to the Health Plan structure.
Partners in Prevention Steering Committee — July 8
Agenda items included approval of May 13, 2026 meeting minutes and the current expenditure report, plus staff updates on four programs: Coalition for Drug-Free Youth, Greater Longview Optimal Wellness, Aspire Mentoring Program, and Go With the Flow.
Other recent meetings
- **Senior Advisory Committee (July 7):** Procedural agenda — review of previous minutes and a director's report.
- **City Council Retreat (July 8):** Scheduled 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at VeraBank, 200 N. Fredonia St.
- **Infrastructure Summit 2026 (July 15):** Council members may optionally attend; no votes or budget items.
- **Stamper Park Family Aquatic Center grand opening (July 18, 10 a.m., 501 Fair St.):** Council may attend; no action required.
All recent meetings listed above are agenda-only — minutes have not been published, so no vote tallies or final decisions are available.
Coming up
- **July 21 — Planning & Zoning Commission:** Public hearings on a lot-width waiver (reducing the minimum from 80 ft to about 78.24 ft in the SF-2 zone, Lot 23, Block 1109 Evanshill Estates, north side of Ruthlynn Drive) and a specific-use permit for a single-family home in a C-2 heavy-commercial zone on the south side of East Whaley Street.
- **July 21 — Zoning Board of Adjustment:** Variance hearings on Application #V26-05 (MLMT Properties DBA Phillips Flooring, requesting 18 parking spaces instead of 24 at 1904 Judson Road) and Application #V26-06 (Julian Torres, requesting a residential accessory building in front of the main facade at 910 East Whaley Street).
- **July 21 — Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund:** Review and vote on June 2026 reconciliations for Moody Checking, Moody Disbursement, and MSSB Omnibus, plus internal financial statements; discussion of upcoming retirements and conferences.
- **July 28 — Longview Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund:** Includes a refund of contributions to Mark Mahan due to separation, plus June 2026 financials and conference discussions.
Week of 2026-07-13
Longview boards and council lined up zoning, budget, and health plan items in early July
Longview's advisory boards and City Council had a busy stretch from late June through early July, with agendas covering zoning changes, grant-funded projects, a health plan budget, and several program updates. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, the items below reflect what was scheduled for consideration — not confirmed outcomes.
City Council: zoning hearings and grant-funded projects
The City Council's July 9 agenda included public hearings on four zoning items:
- A rezone from Agriculture to Single Family (SF-4) on Hidden Hills Circle.
- A rezone from General Retail to Heavy Commercial on South Eastman Road.
- A Specific Use Permit for a restaurant with private club at Eastman Road and Dennis Drive.
- A rezone from General Retail/Heavy Commercial to Planned Development at 119 W. Marshall Avenue.
The council was also scheduled to consider several budget amendments and contracts:
- A budget amendment allocating $240,000 in federal grant funding plus $60,000 in local match for the Safe Streets for All program.
- A resolution to apply for a $54,271.80 homeland security grant for a chemical analysis device for the Fire Department.
- Contracts with Abco Fire & Security and American Fire Protection Group for fire suppression.
- A contract with Airgas for liquid oxygen at the Water Treatment Plant.
No vote tallies are available because minutes have not yet been published.
Health Trustee Board: FY 2026/2027 health plan budget
The Health Trustee Board met twice on this topic. A June 29 agenda called for reviewing claims and renewals, updated budget projections for the current fiscal year, and a vote to adopt the Health Plan budget for fiscal year 2026/2027. A July 9 agenda scheduled a presentation by Heath Haigood of HUB International on updated plan options, followed by consideration and adoption of the FY 2026/2027 Health Plan budget and potential changes to the Health Plan structure. Outcomes are not yet confirmed.
City Council retreat
A July 8 notice indicated the City Council may attend a retreat scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at VeraBank, 200 N. Fredonia St. No agenda items or votes were listed for this session.
Partners in Prevention Steering Committee
The July 8 agenda included approval of May 13, 2026 meeting minutes and the current expenditure report. Staff presentations covered the Coalition for Drug-Free Youth (CDFY), Greater Longview Optimal Wellness (GLOW), the Aspire Mentoring Program (AMP), and Go With the Flow (GWTF), plus a program manager report.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The June 29 agenda listed departmental reports on maintenance and beautification, with a discussion/action item regarding Temple Emanu El. No further detail was provided in the agenda.
Senior Advisory Committee
The July 7 agenda was procedural, consisting of reviewing previous minutes and receiving a report from the director. No action items were listed.
Coming up
- **July 15** — City Council members may optionally attend the Infrastructure Summit 2026 at the Infinity Event Center. No votes, ordinances, or budget items are scheduled.
- **July 18** — City Council may attend the grand opening of the Stamper Park Family Aquatic Center at 501 Fair St., starting at 10 a.m. No council action or vote is required.
Week of 2026-07-06
Longview Roundup: Council Agendas Include Water Plant Payments, Safety Audit, and Zoning Hearings; Minutes Not Yet Published
Recent Longview government meetings covered election certification, infrastructure payments, a proposed safety audit, and a health plan budget — but because minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, outcomes cannot be confirmed. What follows reflects the agendas as posted.
City Council — June 24: Runoff Election Certification
A special City Council meeting on June 24 was scheduled to certify the results of the June 13 runoff election for City Council District 3. The agenda listed presentation of the election canvass, a resolution declaring the election results, and a citizen comment period. No policy, budget, or zoning items were on the agenda. Minutes are not yet published, so the certification outcome is not confirmed.
City Council — June 25: Safety Audit, Economic Development, Infrastructure Payments
The June 25 regular City Council meeting agenda included several financial items:
- A contract for a Clarifier Drive Unit and parts, not to exceed $60,000.
- A final payment of $66,175.67 to McInnis Brothers Construction for Lake Cherokee Water Treatment Plant improvements.
- A contract with AT&T Enterprises for Next Generation 911 (NG911) migration.
- An interoperable radio communications agreement with the Upshur County Sheriff's Office.
- City Code amendments regarding the number of part-time police officers.
The council was also scheduled to review proposals for a city safety audit and hold an executive session regarding financial incentives for a potential business prospect. Minutes are not yet published.
A separate notice indicated council members might attend a State of the Economy 2026 Luncheon at Infinity Event Center on June 25. No official city business or voting was planned at that event.
Health Trustee Board — June 29: Health Plan Budget for FY 2026/2027
The Health Trustee Board agenda called for reviewing claims, discussing renewals, hearing updated budget projections for the current fiscal year, and discussing plan options and strategic recommendations before voting to adopt the Health Plan budget for fiscal year 2026/2027. Minutes are not yet published, so adoption is not confirmed.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board — June 29: Temple Emanu El Discussion
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board was scheduled to review departmental reports on maintenance and beautification, with a primary action item listed as "Discussion/Action: Temple Emanu El." The agenda did not specify the nature of the discussion. Minutes are not yet published.
Coming Up
July 7 — Senior Advisory Committee: Procedural meeting to review previous minutes and receive a director's report.
July 8 — Partners in Prevention Steering Committee: Will consider approval of May 13, 2026 meeting minutes and a current expenditure report. Staff presentations are scheduled on the Coalition for Drug-Free Youth, Greater Longview Optimal Wellness, the Aspire Mentoring Program, and Go With the Flow, plus a program manager report.
July 9 — Health Trustee Board: Will hear a presentation by Heath Haigood of HUB International on updated plan options, then consider adoption of the Health Plan budget for FY 2026/2027 and potential changes to the Health Plan structure.
July 9 — City Council: The most consequential upcoming meeting. The agenda includes public hearings on four zoning items: a rezone from Agriculture to Single Family (SF-4) on Hidden Hills Circle; a rezone from General Retail to Heavy Commercial on South Eastman Road; a Specific Use Permit for a restaurant with private club at Eastman Road and Dennis Drive; and a rezone from General Retail/Heavy Commercial to Planned Development at 119 W. Marshall Avenue. The council will also consider a budget amendment allocating a $240,000 federal grant plus a $60,000 local match for the Safe Streets for All program, and a resolution to apply for a $54,271.80 homeland security grant for a chemical analysis device for the Fire Department. Additional agenda items include contracts with Abco Fire & Security and American Fire Protection Group for fire suppression, and a contract with Airgas for liquid oxygen at the Water Treatment Plant.
Week of 2026-06-29
Longview council certifies District 3 runoff; health budget, zoning hearings ahead
The Longview City Council certified the results of the June 13 runoff election for City Council District 3 during a special meeting June 24. The council canvassed the returns and adopted a resolution declaring the winner, filling a seat left vacant. No other action was taken at the procedural session.
City Council
Meeting June 25, the council’s agenda included a discussion of a city safety audit and an executive session on financial incentives for an unnamed business prospect. Several infrastructure and public safety items were listed for potential action, though minutes have not been published:
- A contract for clarifier drive unit and parts, not to exceed $60,000
- Final payment of $66,175.67 to McInnis Brothers Construction for Lake Cherokee Water Treatment Plant improvements
- A contract with AT&T Enterprises for Next Generation 911 (NG911) migration
- An interoperable radio communications agreement with the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office
- Amendments to city code on the number of part-time police officers
No votes or outcomes could be confirmed as of July 5.
Health Trustee Board
The board met June 29 with an agenda focused on the FY 2026/2027 health plan. Members were scheduled to review claims, discuss renewals, hear updated budget projections and plan options, and vote to adopt the budget. A separate health board meeting on July 9 will also consider adoption, suggesting the matter may carry over.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The board held a June 29 session that included a discussion and possible action regarding Temple Emanu El, along with departmental updates on maintenance and beautification. No additional details were available.
Coming up
- **Senior Advisory Committee** – July 7, 2026. A routine meeting to approve minutes and receive a director’s report.
- **Partners in Prevention Steering Committee** – July 8, 2026. Members will review May 13 minutes and expenditure reports, and hear updates on the Coalition for Drug-Free Youth, Greater Longview Optimal Wellness, Aspire Mentoring Program and Go With the Flow.
- **Health Board** – July 9, 2026. A presentation by HUB International on updated plan options precedes consideration of the FY 2026/2027 health plan budget and potential structural changes.
- **City Council** – July 9, 2026. Public hearings are set for four zoning items:
- Rezone agriculture to single-family on Hidden Hills Circle
- Rezone general retail to heavy commercial on South Eastman Road
- Specific use permit for a restaurant with private club at Eastman Road and Dennis Drive
- Rezone general retail/heavy commercial to planned development at 119 W. Marshall Avenue
The council will also consider a budget amendment allocating a $240,000 federal Safe Streets for All grant and a $60,000 local match, along with a resolution to apply for a $54,271.80 homeland security grant for a fire department chemical analysis device.
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