Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved a contract for a complete redesign of the city's website to enhance user and mobile friendliness. An agreement was also approved with the Commissioners of the Land Office to facilitate commercial development near Hobby Lobby. Additionally, the City Commission chambers were renamed in honor of long-serving employee Birthday Yong, and a resolution was approved to begin the review and revision process for the downtown TIF district.
Key Decisions & Votes
City Website Redesign
Approved a contract with a web design firm to completely redesign the city's website for improved user and mobile experience.
Property Development Agreement
Made an agreement with the Commissioners of the Land Office to facilitate additional commercial and retail development west and south of Hobby Lobby.
Renaming City Commission Chambers
Approved the renaming of the City Commission chambers to the Birthday Yong City Commission Chambers to honor a 51-year city employee.
Downtown TIF District Review and Revision
Approved a resolution to officially start the process of reviewing and revising the downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district to plan for future development projects.
Financial Matters
Downtown TIF District Revenue
Over the last 13 years, the downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district has generated approximately $700,000 for downtown projects, such as the streetscape, by redirecting existing property taxes without increasing them.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Additional commercial and retail development near Hobby Lobby
- Review and revision process for the downtown TIF district
- Regular updates on city business from the City Manager
Announcements
- The City Commission chambers were renamed to the Birthday Yong City Commission Chambers in honor of a 51-year city employee.
Agenda Summary
City Website Redesign Contract
Approval of a contract with a web design firm to completely redesign the city's website for enhanced user-friendliness and mobile compatibility.
Agreement with Commissioners of the Land Office
Agreement to facilitate additional commercial and retail development on property west and south of Hobby Lobby.
Renaming City Commission Chambers
Approval to rename the City Commission chambers to the Birthday Yong City Commission Chambers.
Resolution for Downtown TIF District Review
Approval of a resolution to officially begin the process of reviewing and revising the downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district.