Regular City Council Meeting
Regular MeetingBastrop, TX · June 24, 2025
Minutes
EXHIBIT A - Harris for Item 4D
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
, a local public official of the City of Bastrop,
Texas (the City), make this affidavit and hereby on oath state the following:
Action being contemplated by the (please circle) Ci ·d/Commission at the
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business entity or real property in which I have an interest. Such interest may be a "substantial
interest" as that term is defined in Chapter 171 of the Texas Local Government Code. The action
being contemplated may have a special economic effect on the business entity or real property
distinguishable from the effect on the public.
I. The business entity or real property in which I have an interest is described as follows (name;
address; or lot description): _________________ _______
2. The nature and extent of my interest in the business entity or real property is herein described
by stating that either I or a person related to me in the first degree by consanguinity (blood) or
affinity (marriage), as determined by Chapter 573 of the Texas Government Code (check all that
apply):
own 10% or more of the voting stock or shares of the business entity;
own 10% or more of the fair market value of the business entity;
own $15,000 or more of the fair market value of the business entity; and/or
received funds that exceed l 0% of gross income for the previous year;
has an equitable or legal ownership in real property with a fair market value
of $2,500 or more.
3. Alternatively, even if I do not have a "substantial interest" as defined by Chapter 171 of the
Texas Local Government Code, I am filing this affidavit so to avoid the appearance of
impropriety. My interest may be described as follows:
*** AFFIDAVIT ***
Upon the filing of this affidavit with the City/Board Secretary, I affirm that I shall abstain from any discussion, vote, or
decision involving this business entity or real property unless a majority of the members of the governmental entity of
which I am a member is likewise required to file and has filed affidavits clari 1g sin ilar inter on the same official
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EXHIBIT A - Fossler for Item 4E
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
I, Kerry L. Fassler , a local public official ofthe City ofBastrop,
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Texas (the City), make this affidavit and hereby on oath state the following:
Action being contemplated by the (please circle) (City CounciO or Board/Commission at the
6/24/2025 Meeting, Agenda Item 4E - North End Prairie may have an effect on a
business entity or real property in which I have an interest. Such interest may be a "substantial
interest" as that term is defined in Chapter 171 ofthe Texas Local Government Code. The ttetion
being eo1,te1nplated 11,ay have a speeial eeonm,,ie effi:et on the bt1siness e11tity 01 teal p1ope1cy
distinguishable from ti:!@ effeet on the pualie. Not applicable for Bastrop Code of Ethics
1. The business entity or real property in which I have an interest is described as follows (name;
address; or lot description): 2nd degree relative (sibling) ownership of:
Farm Lot, BLOCK 13 E M ST, ACRES 3.962 (Property ID 126740),
PECAN STREET BASTROP LLC, HOMES FOR GOOD FOUNDATION
. second degr e . . .
2. The nature and extent of my .mterest .m t11e busmess entity � rty 1s 11erem descn bed
or real pro
by stating that either I or a person related to me in the first 00gre0 y consanguinity (blood) or
affinity (111arrir1ge), as determined by Chapter 573 ofthe Texas Government Code (check all that
appM:
X own l 0% or more of the voting stock or shares of the business entity;
X own I 0% or more of the fair market value of the business entity;
__x_ own $15,000 or more ofthe fair market value ofthe business entity; and/or
received funds that exceed l 0% ofgross income for the previous year;
X has an equitable or legal ownership in real prope11y with a fair market value
of $2,500 or more.
3. Alternatively, even if I do not have a "substantial interest" as defined by Chapter 171 of the
Texas Local Government Code, I am filing this affidavit so to avoid the appearance of
impropriety. My interest may be described as follows:
I do not personally have a ..substantial interest" in the disclosed entities and property, but relatives within the 3rd degree (as defined in the
Bastrop Code of Ethics) have a P3 development/subdivision matter pending matter before city stalT, with original application filed on
8/08/2022. Their matter may never come before City Council, but I am disclosing and recusing myself from Executive Session Item 4E
because it is specific to their property. This disclosure includes the previous calendar year, and up to any future date at which the pending
matter might come before City Council.
***AFFIDAVIT ***
Upon the filing of this affidavit with the City/Board Secretary, I affirm that I shall abstain from any discussion, vote, or
decision involving this business entity or real proper1y unless a majority of the members of the governmental entity of
which I am a member is likewise required to file and has filed affidavi declaring similar interests on the same official
action.
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SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME on this the day of
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EXHIBIT A - Plunkett for Item 11A
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
I, (; u,',.,, flvn tl ff , a local public official of the City of Bastrop,
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Texas (the City), make this affidavit and hereby on oath state the following:
Action being contemplated by the (please circle)(Cjfy Cou� or Board/Commission at the
)1 ,nF ; i/, ?. o i < Meeting, Agenda Item /IA- Ak.,1,,, / ,1,,.... ,·1may have an effect on a
business entity or real property in which I have an interest. Such interest may be a "substantial
interest" as that term is defined in Chapter 171 of the Texas Local Government Code. The action
being contemplated may have a special economic effect on the business entity or real property
distinguishable from the effect on the public.
I. The business entity or real property in which I have an interest is described as follows (name;
address; or lot description): 01J7ow.v ) A'.ve., u�el<
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2. The nature and extent of my interest in the business entity or real property is herein described
by stating that either I or a person related to me in the first degree by consanguinity (blood) or
affinity (marriage), as determined by Chapter 573 of the Texas Government Code (check all that
apply}:
k own I 0% or more of the voting stock or shares of the business entity;
--1_ own I 0% or more of the fair market value of the business entity;
¥ own $15,000 or more of the fair market value of the business entity; and/or
� received funds that exceed I 0% of gross income for the previous year;
� has an equitable or legal ownership in real property with a fair market value
of $2,500 or more.
3. Alternatively, even if I do not have a "substantial interest" as defined by Chapter 171 of the
Texas Local Government Code, I am filing this affidavit so to avoid the appearance of
impropriety. My interest may be described as follows:
***AFFIDAVIT ***
Upon the filing of this affidavit with the City/Board Secretary, I affirm that I shall abstain from any discussion, vote, or
decision involving this business entity or real property unless a majority of the members of the governmental entity of
which I am a member is likewise required to file and has filed affidavits declaring simil interests on the same official
action.
SIGNED this RiJ -1� day of Jr11-.a 20?,. e:
SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME on this the day of
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Notary Public in and for the State of Texas
My Commission Expires: {kpi:t �.J-.1J 1,
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Agenda
Bastrop, TX City Council Meeting Agenda
Bastrop City Hall City Council Chambers
Bastrop, Texas 78602
(512) 332-8800
June 24, 2025
Regular City Council Meeting at 6:30 PM
AMENDED Agenda – Item 6C and Items 10F & 10G in Packet
City of Bastrop City Council meetings are available to all persons regardless of disability. If you
require special assistance, please contact the City Secretary at (512) 332-8800 or write 1311
Chestnut Street, 78602, or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to
Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
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The City of Bastrop reserves the right to reconvene, recess, or realign the Regular Session or
called Executive Session or order of business at any time prior to adjournment.
PLEASE NOTE: ANYONE IN ATTENDANCE WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL MUST
COMPLETE A CITIZEN COMMENT FORM AND GIVE THE COMPLETED FORM TO THE CITY
SECRETARY PRIOR TO THE START OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING. ALTERNATELY, IF
YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE COUNCIL MEETING, YOU MAY COMPLETE A CITIZEN
COMMENT FORM WITH YOUR COMMENTS AT CITYOFBASTROP.ORG/CITIZENCOMMENT
AT LEAST TWO HOURS BEFORE THE MEETING STARTS ON THE REQUESTED DATE.
COMMENTS SUBMITTED BY THIS TIME WILL BE GIVEN TO THE CITY COUNCIL DURING
THE MEETING AND INCLUDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORD, BUT NOT READ ALOUD.
COMMENTS FROM EACH INDIVIDUAL IN ATTENDANCE WILL BE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
TEXAS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Honor the Texas Flag; I pledge allegiance to thee,
Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
3. INVOCATION - Arthur Banks, City of Bastrop Police Chaplain
4. EXECUTIVE SESSION
4A. City Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant to Texas
Government Code Section 551.071 to seek the advice of legal counsel regarding Visit
Bastrop.
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4B. City Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant to Texas Local
Government Code Section 551.071 and 551.072 to seek advice of legal counsel to
discuss and deliberate regarding the proposed sale of real estate property located along
Blakey Lane.
4C. City Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant to Texas Local
Government Code Section 551.071 and 551.072 to seek advice of legal counsel to
discuss and deliberate regarding the proposed sale of real estate property located along
Jasper Street.
4D. City Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant to Texas
Government Code Section 551.071 and Section 551.072 to seek advice of legal counsel
to discuss the implications of the City of Austin's Aquifer Storage and Recovery Project
on the City of Bastrop's water supply.
4E. City Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant to Texas
Government Code Section 551.071 and Section 551.072 to seek advice of legal counsel
to discuss the proposed development at North End Prairie.
5. TAKE ANY NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE ACTION ON MATTERS POSTED FOR
CONSIDERATION IN CLOSED/EXECUTIVE SESSION
6. PRESENTATIONS
6A. Mayor's Report
6B. Council Members' Report
6C. City Manager's Report
A. Old Iron Bridge Update - Ribbon cutting tentatively set for July 26th
B. Water Wells - Water was flowing as of Monday, 6/16/2025
C. Blakey Lane / Old Austin Highway - Roundabout is under redesign- Working
through appraisal and offer on Blakey Lane.
D. Wastewater Plant - Project Meeting on Monday. 6/23/25
E. Streets / Water Street - Engineering is underway for the design due to no/little
existing base.
F. Parks & Quality of Life - Final numbers for projects and project management
timeline is being prepared.
G. Budget & Open Gov - Continued work. OpenGov will also provide project
management oversight in a more transparent way.
H. CHARM Workshop - Wed, June 25th. Super critical flood damage and planning
information will be shared.
I. Sit with Syl - Wednesday, June 25th, 7:30 am, City Hall
J. City Council Retreat
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6D. PROCLAMATION - Recognizing the month of July as National Park and Recreation
Month in the City of Bastrop.
Submitted by: Terry Moore, Parks and Recreation Director
7. WORK SESSIONS/BRIEFINGS - NONE
8. STAFF AND BOARD REPORTS
8A. Receive a presentation on the unaudited Monthly Financial Report for the period ending
May 2025.
Submitted by: Laura Allen, Assistant Finance Director
9. CITIZEN COMMENTS
At this time, three (3) minute comments will be taken from the audience on any topic.
Anyone in attendance wishing to address the Board/Commission must complete a citizen
comment form and give the completed form to the Board/Commission Secretary prior to
the start of the Board/Commission meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings
Act, if a citizen discusses any item not on the agenda, the Board/Commission cannot
discuss issues raised or make any decision at this time. Instead, the Board/Commission
is limited to making a statement of specific factual information or a recitation of existing
policy in response to the inquiry. Issues may be referred to the City Manager for research
and possible future action. Profanity, physical or other threats are not allowed and
may subject the speaker to loss of the time for comment, and if disruptive to the conduct
of business, could result in removal of the speaker.
10. CONSENT AGENDA
The following may be acted upon in one motion. A Council Member or a citizen may
request items be removed from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration.
10A. Consider and act on the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-54, amending Chapter 1,
Article 1.10 Park Rules of the Bastrop Code of Ordinances, to reflect various updates to
language, permit requirements and related processes, as attached in Exhibit A.
Submitted by: Terry Moore, Parks and Recreation Director
10B. Consider and act on the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-57, establishing 1.198 acres
located at 101 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, Texas, otherwise known as the Bark Park, as
designated parkland, and move to include on the July 8, 2025, Consent Agenda for a
second reading.
Submitted by: Terry Moore, Parks & Recreation Director
10C. Consider and act on the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-53 amending the budget
for the Fiscal Year 2025 in accordance with existing statutory requirements; appropriating
the various amounts herein as attached in Exhibit A.
Submitted by: Laura Allen, Assistant Finance Director
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10D. Consider action to approve Resolution No. R-2025-109 of the City Council of the City of
Bastrop, Texas, directing publication of the notice of intent to issue Certificate of
Obligations in the amount of $20M with an estimated interest rate of 5.00%.
Submitted by: Judy Sandroussi, Finance Director
10E. Consider and act on Resolution No. R-2025-108, accepting a sponsorship donation in
the amount of $500 from Frontier Bank in support of the 2025 Big Bang Celebration
event.
Submitted by: Terry Moore, Parks & Recreation Director
10F. Consider action to approve Resolution No. R-2025-112, restoring procedural powers to
the Office of the Mayor and repealing Resolution No. R-2024-48, which revised certain
rules and procedures governing City Council meetings.
Submitted by: Michael Muscarello, City Secretary
10G. Consider action to approve Resolution No. R-2025-113, restoring rights and privileges to
the Office of the Mayor and repealing Resolution No. R-2024-49, which removed certain
rights and powers of the Office of the Mayor.
Submitted by: Michael Muscarello, City Secretary
10H. Consider and act to approve the Bastrop City Council minutes from the June 5, 2025,
Special Meeting, June 10, 2025, Regular Meeting, and the June 14, 2025 Special
Meeting.
Submitted by: Michael Muscarello, City Secretary
11. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
11A. Consider and act on the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-56 of the City of Bastrop,
Texas, authorizing a one-time 50% fee reduction for the renewal of 2025 City of Bastrop
alcohol permits.
Submitted by: Michael Muscarello, City Secretary
11B. Consider and act on Resolution No. R-2025-106, approving the Bastrop Public Library
Public Rooms Policy, which is attached as Exhibit A.
Submitted by: Bonnie Pierson, Library Director
11C. Consider and act on Resolution No. R-2025-32, approving a construction contract with
Emerson Construction Company, Inc. for a not-to-exceed amount of Two Million, Four
Hundred Five Thousand, Seventy-Nine Dollars and Zero Cents ($2,405,079.00) for the
rehabilitation of Wastewater Treatment Plants No. 1 and No. 2.
Submitted by: Curtis Hancock, Director of Water & Wastewater
11D. Consider and act on Resolution No. R-2025-105, approving a construction contract with
Advanced Rehabilitation Technology for the rehabilitation of twelve (12) manholes and
the Mauna Loa Lift Station wet well.
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Submitted by: Curtis Hancock, Director of Water & Wastewater
11E. Consider and act on Resolution No. R-2025-111 of the City Council of the City of Bastrop,
Texas, approving the Bastrop Economic Development Corporation’s (“BEDC”)
expenditure for the purchase or lease of a BEDC vehicle, in an amount not to exceed
seventy-five thousand dollars ($75,000); authorizing the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents; and establishing an effective date.
Submitted by: Sylvia Carrillo-Trevino, ICMA-CM, CPM, City Manager and BEDC Interim
Executive Director, and Dori Kelley, BEDC Business Attraction, Retention, and Expansion
Manager
12. ADJOURNMENT
All items on the agenda are eligible for discussion and action unless specifically stated
otherwise.
The Bastrop City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time
during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized
by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072
(Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations),
551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087
(Economic Development), and §551.086 (Competitive Matters regarding Electric Utility).
/I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting as posted in accordance
with the regulations of the Texas Open Meetings Act on the bulletin board located at the entrance
to the City of Bastrop City Hall, a place of convenient and readily accessible to the general public,
as well as to the City’s website, www.cityofbastrop.org and said Notice was posted on the
following date and time: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. and the amended Agenda
Notice was posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. and remained posted for at least two
hours after said meeting was convened.
/s/Michael Muscarello
Michael Muscarello, City Secretary
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