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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers, 298 West Washington Street
Tuesday, April 05, 2022 at 5:30 PM
MINUTES
The City Council of the City of Stephenville, Texas, convened on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 5:30 p.m., in City Hall
Council Chambers, for the purpose of a Regular City Council Meeting, with the meeting being open to the public
and notice of said meeting,giving the date, time, place and subject thereof, having been posted as prescribed by
Chapter 551, Government Code,Vernon's Texas Codes Annotated, with the following members present, to wit:
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Doug Svien
Council Member LeAnn Durfey
Council Member Justin Haschke—via Zoom (left at 7:27 p.m.)
Council Member Daron Trussell
Council Member Brady Pendleton
Council Member Ricky Thurman
Council Member Alan Nix
.— Council Member Gerald Cook
Mayor Pro Tern Brandon Huckabee
COUNCIL ABSENT:
OTHERS ATTENDING: Allen Barnes, City Manager
Randy Thomas, City Attorney
Staci King, City Secretary
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Svien called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
Council member Brady Pendleton led the Pledges of Allegiance to the United States and Texas flags.
INVOCATION
Curt Plaxco, Stephenville Church of the Nazarene, led the invocation.
PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
1. Proclamation Recognizing Erath County Fire Departments
Mayor Svien presented the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE COLLABORATION OF ERATH COUNTY FIRE FIGHTERS
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2022, at 6:42 p.m., what would become known as the Eastland Complex
Fire began; and
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WHEREAS, the Eastland Complex Fire, which burned over 54,500 acres in 13 days, was the largest
wildland fire in Eastland County History; and
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WHEREAS, on March 20, 2022, at 1:26 p.m., the Big "L" Fire started in Erath County and ultimately
burned over 10,000 acres in 10 days; and
WHEREAS,these wildland fires,while catastrophic to property and livestock, brought the residents
of Erath County and the surrounding areas together to provide support for the victims of these two
devastating fires; and
WHEREAS, not only did private citizens come together to help their neighbors in their time of need,
but multiple volunteer, city, county, and state fire agencies banded together to prevent further loss of
life, property, and livestock.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Doug Svien, Mayor, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Stephenville,
Texas, do hereby recognize and honor the efforts of the following agencies for their selflessness and
bravery:
Bluff Dale VFD Hucka bay VFD
Dublin VFD Lingleville VFD
Erath County EMS Morgan Mill VFD
Erath County Fire & Rescue Selden VFD
Harbin VFD Stephenville FD
Hico VFD
and encourage the residents of Stephenville, Erath,and surrounding counties to show their appreciation
-- to the men and women who came together to protect their neighbors.
2. Proclamation for Stop the Silence
Mayor Svien presented the following proclamation:
Whereas, National Crime Victims' Rights Week was established in 1981 by President Ronald Reagan
as part of an effort to bring attention and support to victims of crime and is being observed the week of
April 24-30,2022 with the theme of"Rights,Access, Equity,for all victims."to recognize victims of crime
in the United States. National Crime Victims' Rights Week provides an opportunity to recommit to
ensuring that accessible, appropriate, and trauma-informed services are offered to all victims of crime;
and
Whereas, in 1983, April was designated National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and our
community acknowledges that we must work together as a community to increase awareness about
child abuse and contribute to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families in a
safe, stable, nurturing environment; and
Whereas, National Sexual Assault Awareness month was first nationally recognized in April 2001 as
an effort to bring awareness about sexual assault and educate communities and individuals on
prevention of sexual violence; and
Whereas, our community has dedicated individuals and organizations who work daily to counter
the problems and provide resources to victims of violent crimes, child abuse and neglect, and sexual
assault; and
Whereas,since the passage of the Victims of Crime Act in 1984,and through the dedicated work of
advocates, lawmakers, and victims service providers, there is a growing array of services and resources
available to victims and their loved ones; and
Whereas,Stop the Silence has been created to combine awareness of these causes in Erath County.
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NOW, THEREFORE, reaffirming this, the City of Stephenville, City of Dublin, Erath County and
Tarleton State University commit to creating a victim service and criminal justice response that assists
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all victims of crimes throughout the year;and do hereby proclaim the week of April 24-30,2022 as Crime
Victims' Rights Week.
3. Proclamation for Autism Awareness Month
Mayor Svien presented the following proclamation:
Proclamation in Recognition of World Autism Awareness Day and World Autism Month
WHEREAS autism spectrum disorder affects an estimated 1 in 44 U.S.children and 1 in 45 U.S.adults
and is a complex condition that affects each person differently, resulting in unique strengths and
challenges; and
WHEREAS autism can cause challenges with verbal and nonverbal communication, social
interaction, and repetitive behaviors, and can affect anyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or
socioeconomic background; and
WHEREAS autism is often accompanied by medical conditions that impact quality of life; and
WHEREAS a comprehensive, collaborative approach will help to advance research, providing a
better understanding of the many forms of autism, strengthen advocacy efforts and ensure access to
services and resources throughout the lifespan and across the spectrum; and
WHEREAS early diagnosis and intervention tailored to individual needs can have lifelong benefits,
easing the transition to adulthood and fostering greater independence; and,
"" WHEREAS each person and family affected by autism should have access to reliable information
and support; and
WHEREAS people with autism should have opportunities to reach their full potential and the whole
of society stands to benefit from this; and,
WHEREAS the City of Stephenville is honored to take part in the annual observance of World Autism
Month and World Autism Awareness Day to address the diverse needs of individuals with autism and
their families and encourage others to do so as well.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Doug Svien, Mayor, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Stephenville,
Texas, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as WORLD AUTISM MONTH and April 2, 2022 as WORLD AUTISM
AWARENESS DAY
4. Presentation of Donation from the Buckles and Bugs Festival
Luke Sims and Craig Allen presented the City of Stephenville a check for $6,000 for the inclusive
playground that was raised during the Buckles and Bugs Festival.
5. Presentation by Erath County Community Bridges
This item was removed from the agenda.
REGULAR AGENDA
6. Consider all Matters Incident and Related to the Issuance and Sale of the City of Stephenville, Texas
Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022, Including the Adoption of an
Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of such Certificates, Approving an Official Statement, a Paying
Agent/Registrar Agreement, and an Engagement Letter of Bond Counsel
Erick Macha, Hilltop Securities, briefed council on the proposed Certificates of Obligation in the amount
of$20,740,000 to be used for infrastructure and park facility improvements.
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MOTION by Ricky Thurman, second by Daron Trussell, to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-0-04 authorizing
the issuance and sale of the City of Stephenville, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of
Obligation, Series 2022 and approving all matters incident thereto. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous
vote.
7. Consider all Matters Incident and Related to the Issuance and Sale of the City of Stephenville, Texas
General Obligation Refunding Bonds,Series 2022; Including the Adoption of an Ordinance Authorizing
the Issuance of such Bonds, Approving an Official Statement, a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement, a
Deposit Agreement, and an Engagement Letter of Bond Counsel; Calling Certain Outstanding Bonds
for Redemption prior to Maturity; Providing for the Pledge of Tax Receipts for the Payment of the
Bonds and Agreeing to Levy Taxes to Pay the Bonds; and Enacting Other Provisions Relating to the
Issuance and Sale of the Bonds
Erick Macha, Hilltop Securities, briefed council on the proposed refunding bonds.
MOTION by Gerald Cook, second by LeAnn Durfey, to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-0-05 authorizing the
issuance and sale of the City of Stephenville, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022,
and approving all other matters incident thereto. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
Mayor Svien recessed the meeting at 6:05 p.m.; the meeting was called back to order at 6:10 p.m.
8. Authorize the Disposition of Police Department Firearms and Purchase of Replacement Firearms
MOTION by Brady Pendleton, second by Alan Nix,to authorize the disposition and replacement of Police
Department Firearms. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Steve Killen, Director of Development Services
9. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: RZ2022-001
Applicant is Requesting a Rezone of the Property Located at 2220 W Washington Street, Parcel No.
30368, being Block 140, Lot 1A of the City Addition to the City of Stephenville, Erath County, Texas
from Neighborhood Business District(B-1)to Retail and Commercial Business District(B-2)
Steve Killen, Development Services Director, briefed the council on the rezone request. On March 16,
2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the rezone.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
Kyle Moore, Bexar Capital, spoke in favor of the rezone.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
9. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Rezoning the Property Located at 2220 W Washington Street,
Parcel 30368, being Block 140, Lot 1A of the City Addition to the City of Stephenville, Erath County,
Texas from Neighborhood Business District(B-1)to Retail and Commercial Business District(B-2)
MOTION by Daron Trussell, second by Brandon Huckabee, to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-10
rezoning the property located at 2220 W. Washington Street from Neighborhood Business District (B-1)
to Retail and Commercial Business District (B-2). MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
11. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: RZ2022-002
Applicant is Requesting a Rezone of the Property Located at 2223 W South Loop, Parcel 30369, being
Blocks 140 & 145, Lot 1A-S of the City Addition to the City of Stephenville, Erath County, Texas from
Neighborhood Business District(B-1)to Retail and Commercial Business District(B-2)
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Steve Killen, Development Services Director, briefed the council on the rezone request. On March 16,
2022,the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the rezone.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
Kyle Moore, Bexar Capital, spoke in favor of the rezone.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
12. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Rezoning the Property Located at 2223 W South Loop, Parcel
30369, being Blocks 140& 145, Lot 1A-S of the City Addition to the City of Stephenville, Erath County,
Texas from Neighborhood Business District(B-1)to Retail and Commercial Business District(B-2)
MOTION by Daron Trussell, second by Gerald Cook, to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-11 rezoning the
property located at 2223 W. South Loop from Neighborhood Business District (B-1) to Retail and
Commercial Business District (B-2). MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
13. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: RZ2022-003
Applicant is Requesting a Rezone of the Properties located at 1620 and 1680 W Swan Street,
Parcel No. R33562, being Block 13, Lot 1 of the South Side Addition to the City of Stephenville, Erath
County,Texas from Industrial District(I)to Multiple Family Residential District(R-3)
Steve Killen, Development Services Director, briefed the council on the rezone request. On March 16,
2022,the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the rezone.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
No one came forward to speak in favor of or opposition to the rezone.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
14. Consider Approval of a Rezone of the Properties located at 1620 and 1680 W Swan Street, Parcel No.
R33562, being Block 13, Lot 1 of the South Side Addition to the City of Stephenville, Erath County,
Texas from Industrial District(I)to Multiple Family Residential District(R-3)
MOTION by Ricky Thurman, second by Brady Pendleton, to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-12
15. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: AS2022-002
Abandonment of Sloan Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street
Steve Killen, Director of Development Services, briefed the council on the proposed street
abandonment. On March 16, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-2 to recommend
abandonment of Sloan Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street. Lori Beaty, representing Tarleton
State University,was in attendance to answer questions.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
No one came forward to speak in favor of or opposition to the abandonment.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
16. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Abandoning Sloan Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street
MOTION by Ricky Thurman, second by Gerald Cook,to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-06 abandoning
Sloan Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
Council member Daron Trussell abstained due to a conflict of interest.
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17. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: AS2022-003
Abandonment of Tarleton Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street
Steve Killen, Director of Development Services, briefed the council on the proposed street
abandonment. On March 16, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 3-4 to recommend the
abandonment; Section 154.20.2.K(3)(b) requires a 2/3 affirmative vote,therefore the recommendation
was brought forth as a denial. Lori Beaty, representing Tarleton State University, was in attendance to
answer questions.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
No one came forward to speak in favor of or opposition to the abandonment.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
18. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Abandoning Tarleton Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street
MOTION by Gerald Cook, second by Leann Durfey, to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-07 abandoning
Tarleton Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
Council member Daron Trussell abstained due to a conflict of interest.
19. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: AS2022-004
Abandonment of Turner Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street
Steve Killen, Director of Development Services, briefed the council on the proposed street
— abandonment. On March 16, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-3 to terminate the
abandonment of Turner Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street. Lori Beaty, representing Tarleton
State University, was in attendance to answer questions.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
Kyle Moore, Bexar Capital, spoke in opposition to the abandonment.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
20. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Abandoning Turner Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street
MOTION by Justin Haschke, second by LeAnn Durfey,to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-06 abandoning
Turner Street from Harbin Drive to Saint Felix Street. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
Council member Daron Trussell abstained due to a conflict of interest.
21. PUBLIC HEARING
Case No.: AS2022-005
Abandonment of Saint Felix Street from West Washington Street to Sloan Street
Steve Killen, Director of Development Services, briefed the council on the proposed street
abandonment. Steve Killen, Director of Development Services, briefed the council on the proposed
street abandonment. On March 16, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-3 to terminate
the abandonment Saint Felix Street from West Washington Street to Sloan Street. Lori Beaty,
representing Tarleton State University, was in attendance to answer questions.
Mayor Svien opened the public hearing.
Those speaking in opposition to the abandonment:
■ Kyle Moore, Bexar Capital
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■ Cecily Bachus, property owner, 1901 W. Washington
Those speaking in favor of the abandonment: none.
Mayor Svien closed the public hearing.
Concerns were raised regarding the abandonment of the street due to existing businesses that use Saint
Felix for ingress and egress.
22. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Abandoning Saint Felix Street from West Washington Street to
Sloan Street
MOTION by Ricky Thurman, second by Gerald Cook, to approve Ordinance No. 2022-0-09 abandoning
Saint Felix Street from Tarleton Street to Sloan Street. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
Council member Daron Trussell abstained due to a conflict of interest.
PARKS AND LEISURE SERVICES COMMITTEE
Daron Trussell, Chair
23. Committee Report- March 15, 2022
24. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Amending the City of Stephenville Code of Ordinances by the
addition of Chapter 97 Municipal Parks, Facilities, and Cemeteries
These items were removed from the agenda.
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE
Gerald Cook, Chair
25. Committee Report- March 15, 2022
Gerald Cook, chair, gave the committee report.
26. Consider Approval of an Expenditure for Downtown Lighting
This item was removed from the agenda.
27. Committee Report-April 5, 2022
Gerald Cook, chair, gave the committee report.
28. Consider Approval of Appointments to Citizen Boards and Commissions
MOTION by Gerald Cook, second by Alan Nix, to make the following appointments:
Main Street Advisory Board
Place 2—Terry Colley
Place 3—Amy Shouse
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
Ricky Thurman, Chair
29. Committee Report- March 15, 2022
30. Committee Report- March 29, 2022
Ricky Thurman, chair, gave the committee reports.
31. Consider Approval of Step Play Plan
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Council member Thurman explained that currently there is no policy in place related to moving up in
steps in the plan; the policy for the administration of the scale would be developed at a later date. He
explained that the committee felt the pay plan needed to be implemented quickly,therefore the policy
was not addressed but would be in place prior to the new budget year.
MOTION by Ricky Thurman, second by Alan Nix, to:
• Adopt the public safety and non-public safety step plan structures with the adjustments as
presented, effective the April 15 pay date
• Make pay adjustments to all non-executive staff to move pay to the first step closest to current
pay without lowering pay
• Employees with 15 plus years in the same position to move one additional step up; employees
with 20 plus years in the same position to move two additional steps up
• Executive positions of City Secretary, Development Services Director, and Parks and Leisure
Services Director to move to next closest step
• Public Works Director, Finance Director, Police Chief, Fire Chief, and Assistant City Manager
salaries adjusted as presented in March 17, 2022 executive session
MOTION TO AMEND by Gerald Cook, second by LeAnn Durfey, to amend the pay plan to maintain the
exempt status of the Main Street Manager and Tourism Manager positions.
Allen Barnes, City Manager, advised the council that the city's employment attorney advised that those
positions were not eligible for exempt status.
MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED by the following votes:
Ayes: LeAnn Durfey, Justin Haschke, Daron Trussell, Brady Pendleton, Ricky Thurman, Gerald
Cook
Noes: Alan Nix, Brandon Huckabee
AMENDED MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
32. Consider Approval of Evaluation Criteria for City Manager Applicants
MOTION by Ricky Thurman,second by LeAnn Durfey,to approve the evaluation criteria for City Manager
applicants as presented. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Justin Haschke, Chair
33. Committee Report-March 29, 2022
Justin Haschke,chair,gave the committee report.
34. Consider Approval of a Resolution Designating Banking Authority
MOTION by Justin Haschke, second by Daron Trussell,to approve Resolution No. 2022-R-09 designating
personnel with banking authority. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
RECESS TO EMPLOYEE BENEFITS TRUST MEETING
Mayor Svien recessed the meeting at 7:22 p.m.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS TRUST MEETING
35. Call to Order
Mayor Svien called the meeting to order at 7:22 p.m.
36. Employee Benefits for Plan Year 2022-2023
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Allen Barnes,City Manager, presented the benefits plan for 2022-2023,to include a single HSA plan with
Blue Cross Blue Shield and approximately$38,000 to be distributed equally to employee HSA accounts.
MOTION by Brady Pendleton, second by LeAnn Durfey, to approve the benefits plan for 2022-2023 to
include the Responder Health Program. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
37. Adjourn
The Employee Benefits Trust Meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
RECONVENE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular City Council Meeting reconvened at 7:27 p.m.
38. Consider Approval of Employee Benefits for Benefit Year 2022-2023
MOTION by Daron Trussell, second by LeAnn Durfey, to approve the employee benefits package for
benefit year 2022-2023 as presented. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
FINANCIAL REPORTS
Monica Harris, Director of Finance
39. Monthly Budget Report for the period Ending February 28,2022
Monica Harris, Director of Finance, gave the following report:
Property Tax-We received $110K in property taxes in the month of February, resulting in $29K or.46%
increase over funds collected last fiscal year to date. The amount collected is 94.14%of budget, which
is 1.15%or$78K less than anticipated.
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Sales Tax-We received $777K in sales tax in February, resulting in $210K or 6.3% more than the funds
collected last fiscal year to date.The amount collected is 48.42%of the $7.3 million budgeted, which is
5.21% higher than anticipated. February 2021 was an anomaly, since it contained $276K in audit
collections. Adjusting for the audit collections, the February 2022 collections were 16% higher than
February 2021.
Revenue (Budgetary comparison) - The target budget for operating revenue is $15.2 million. We
received $16.7 million in operating revenue fiscal year to date, resulting in $1.5 million over the target
budget due to sales taxes, service charges, and other income.
Expenditures (Budgetary comparison) - The target budget for operating expenditures is $9.5 million.
We expended $8.5 million in operating expenditures fiscal year to date, resulting in $987K under the
target budget.
Revenue(Prior year comparison)- Operating revenue received last year was $15 million as compared
to the current year's $16.7 million, resulting in a $1.7 million increase due to property tax, sales taxes,
franchise taxes, hotel occupancy taxes, sports venue taxes, service charges, and other income.
Expenditures(Prior year comparison)-Operating expenditures last year were$8.4 million as compared
to the current year's $8.5 million, resulting in a $105K increase due to personnel, outside professional
services and maintenance.
STEPHENVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REPORT
Jeff Sandford, Executive Director updated Council on economic development.
CONSENT AGENDA
40. Approval of Minutes-March 1, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes—April 05,2022 Page 19
41. Approval of Minutes- March 15, 2022 Special City Council Meeting
42. Approval of Minutes- March 17, 2022 Special City Council Meeting
43. Approval of the Annual On-Call Construction Contract
44. Approval of Bid Award for the 2022 Swan, Hyman, and Dale Resurfacing Project
45. Approval of Concessionaire Contract with The Purple Goat, LLC
46. Approval of a Contract with Johnston Technical Services for Radio Equipment Shelter and Generator
47. Approval of a Contract with Johnston Technical Services for Radio Equipment Microwave Relays
48. Approval of an Expenditure for Spillman CAD/RMS Annual Maintenance Cost
49. Consider Approval of a Contract for Delinquent Tax Collection
MOTION by Brady Pendleton, second by Daron Trussell, to approve the consent agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
City Offices Closed (Good Friday)- Friday,April 15
Concerts in the Park Kickoff with Ricky Skaggs- Friday,April 22
Council Committee Meetings-Tuesday, April 19
Regular City Council Meeting-Tuesday, May 3
May General Election Day-Saturday, May 7
Last day to register to vote-Thursday,April 7
Early Voting begins- Monday, April 25
Canvass Election/Council Member Reception -Tuesday, May 17
More information can be found at www.stephenvilletx.gov
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
LeAnn Durfey encouraged everyone to attend all the upcoming music events throughout the spring and summer.
She also encouraged residents to register to vote if they are not registered.
Alan Nix talked about his experience viewing the National Guard training exercises that were held in Stephenville
recently and thanked them for the invitation.
Gerald Cook commended the work that had been done to prepare for the improvements to city facilities and
infrastructure to make Stephenville a better place to live; he said he is looking forward to seeing the projects get
started.
Doug Svien commended council, staff, and the community for their hard work on various projects and events.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
In compliance with the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Law,Subchapter D, Government Code,Vernon's
Texas Codes,Annotated, in accordance with
50. Section 551.074 Personnel Matters - to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation,
reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, to wit: Local Health
Authority
51. Section 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Property-to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease,
or value of real property.
52. Section 551.087 Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Negotiations- Project Blue
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The meeting was called into executive session at 7:45 p.m.
ACTION TAKEN ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF NECESSARY
50. Section 551.074 Personnel Matters - to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation,
reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, to wit: Local Health
Authority
MOTION by Ricky Thurman, second by Alan Nix, to appoint Kelly Doggett as the Public Health Official.
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
51. Section 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Property-to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease,
or value of real property.
MOTION by Brady Pendleton, second by Brandon Huckabee, to approve a lease agreement for office
space. MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m.
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