City Council Regular Meeting

Docusign Envelope ID: 255858A2-8454-4409-BC45-D66C7DA0BF51 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS APRIL 17, 2025 6:30 PM A. CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM PRESENT Mayor Kimble announced a quorum and called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. United States of America 2. Texas Flag The City Council led the Pledge of Allegiance. C. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Mayor Kimble. D. UPDATES FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS, UPDATES FROM CITY STAFF MEMBERS: Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0415, the Mayor and Members of the City Council may report on the following items of community interest, including (1) expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolences; (2) information about holiday schedules, (3) recognition of individuals; (4) reminders about upcoming City Council events; (5) information about community events; and (6) announcements involving any imminent threat to public health and safety. Staff Updates will address operational issues in various City departments. No deliberation is authorized under the Texas Open Meetings Act. City Manager Mike Peacock introduced Nora Fussner as the new Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Director and welcomed her to the team. Ms. Fussner provided a brief overview of her background, including her professional work history, educational credentials, and experience as a licensed realtor. Mayor Kimble provided an update on his recent trip to Johnson County Day at the State Capitol. Mayor Kimble also reported his attendance at the CT 100 event held on April 5. Mayor Kimble announced the upcoming Joshua United Event scheduled for May 10. E. PUBLIC FORUM, PRESENTATION, AND RECOGNITION: The City Council invites citizens to speak on any topic. However, unless the item is specifically noted on this agenda, the City Council is required under the Texas Open Meetings Act to limit its response to responding with a statement of specific factual information, reciting the City's existing policy, or directing the person making the inquiry to visit with City Staff about the issue. Therefore, no Council deliberation is permitted. Each person will have 3 minutes to speak. NA City Council Regular Meeting April 17, 2025 Page 1 of 3 Docusign Envelope ID: 255858A2-8454-4409-BC45-D66C7DA0BF51 F. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Discuss, consider, and possible action on approving the March 20, 2025, meeting minutes. Motion made by Councilmember Waldrip to approve the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Marshall. Voting Yea: Mayor Kimble, Councilmember Waldrip, Councilmember Nichols, Councilmember Marshall, Councilmember Anderson G. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Review and discuss questions related to the Capital Improvement Plan. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock) City Manager Mike Peacock presented the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), outlining the following key items: police department radios and cameras, two pieces of equipment for Public Works, $79,000 allocated for Parks improvements, and under $40,000 for Animal Services. The total estimated cost of the CIP is $7.615 million. Council Member Anderson inquired about the potential for Heritage sidewalk improvements. Mayor Kimble asked how much of Country Club Drive was included in the plan. City Manager Peacock responded that the entire length of Country Club Drive is included. Council Member Nichols expressed concern about the condition of Littlebrook and Conveyor Street, stating that the roads are in poor condition. City Manager Peacock stated he would direct staff to assess those areas. 2. Discussion on the Radio Network Upgrade Cycle. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock) City Manager Mike Peacock stated that the city received a letter from the county judge asking participating cities to discuss setting up an escrow account to help preplan funding. In addition, he stated that a meeting is set for April 30th for all the cities to discuss with the county. H. STAFF REPORT 1. Police Department 2. Fire Department 3. Municipal Court 4. Development Services 5. Public Works 6. Code Compliance 7. Parks Department 8. Animal Services 9. City Secretary's Office I. EXECUTIVE SESSION City Council Regular Meeting April 17, 2025 Page 2 of 3 Docusign Envelope ID: 255858A2-8454-4409-BC45-D66C7DA0BF51 The City Council of the City of Joshua will recess into Executive Session (Closed Meeting) pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 551, Subchapter D, Texas Government Code, to discuss the following: 1. Pursuant to the Texas Government Code Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code: to discuss or deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property. Mayor Kimble announced that there will be no Executive Session. J. RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION In accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551, the City Council will reconvene into regular session and consider action, if any, on matters discussed in executive session. K. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS/REQUESTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO BE ON THE NEXT AGENDA Councilmembers shall not comment upon, deliberate, or discuss any item that is not on the agenda. Councilmembers shall not make routine inquiries about operations or project status on an item that is not posted. However, any Councilmember may state an issue and request to place the item on a future agenda. RFQ for Vetch - Councilmember Anderson L. ADJOURN Mayor Kimble adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. Approved: May 15, 2025 _________________________ Scott Kimble, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________ Alice Holloway, City Secretary City Council Regular Meeting April 17, 2025 Page 3 of 3