STATE OF TEXAS 3 COUNTY OF BURNET 0 CITY OF BURNET - On this, the 10th day of June 2025, the City Council oft the City of Burnet convened in a Regular Session, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, located at 2402 S. Water, Burnet, TX thereof with the following members present, to-wit: Mayor Gary Wideman Council Members Cindia Talamantez, Tommy Gaut, Philip Thurman, Tres Clinton, Joyce Laudenschlager, and Ricky Langley City Manager David Vaughn City Secretary Maria Gonzales Guests: Adrienne Feild, Jonathan Forsyth, Mark Ingram, Brian Lee, Keith McBurnett, Patricia Langford, Mary Jane Shanes, Linda Freitag, Kristen Jones, Mike Varner, Carmen Plunk, Doug & Sue Brunson, Barbara DeHart, Chris Castle, Nikki Castle, Gary Grumoli, Kathy & Alan Snider, Dana & Mitch Walker, Sara Hazlewood, Kyle Brunson, Shaden Lopez, BJ Henry, J. Metz, Rebecca Metz, Rex Lastly, Amanda Lastly, Rene Meredith, Sharry Ray, Samuel Henson, Dustin Orman, Joel Frazier, Michelle Jovanovich, Brian Jovanovich, Kristen Reynolds, Pradip Chaulajain, Saibe Momin, Tini Acud, Marcus & Stacy Horner, Tony & Jessica Kelly, Linda Humphries, Alan Snider, Jason Powell, Peggy Henry, Sondra Mobley Call to Order: Mayor Gary Wideman called the meeting to order at 5:43 p.m. INVOCATION: Led by Mayor Gary Wideman PLEDGES (US & TEXAS): Led by Council Member Philip Thurman SPECIAL REPORTS/RECOGNITION: 5.1) YMCA Semi-Annual Report: G. Grumoli District Executive Director Gary Grumoli provided a comprehensive update on the current activities and developments at the YMCA ofthe Highland Lakes. He shared recent membership statistics and visitor numbers, indicating steady community engagement with the facility. Mr. Grumoli also highlighted several ongoing programs, including the YMCA's water safety initiative, senior wellness offerings, and youth and education programs. Additionally, he reported on the distribution of scholarships aimed at supporting families and individuals in need, reinforcing the YMCA's commitment to community outreach and inclusion. Looking ahead, Mr. Grumoli expressed interest in partnering with the City of Burnet to pursue improvements to the YMCA campus and facilities. 5.2) Police Quarterly Report: B. Lee Chief Lee provided Council with an update on the ongoing range project. While recent weather conditions have caused some delays, progress continues, and the project is expected to be completed by July. In addition, Chief Lee shared current patrol statistics, reporting a total of 3,003 calls for service, 1,577 traffic stops, and 82 accidents. The department' S K-9 units have been active, with 16 seizures resulting in 9 arrests. There are currently 7 new investigations ongoing, and code enforcement has handled a total of 63 cases. Chief Lee confirmed that the police department is fully staffed and reported that overall, operations are running smoothly. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 6.1). Approval ofi the May 27, 2025 Council Workshop Minutes Approval of the May 27, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 6.2) Discuss and consider action: Approval and authorization to enter into a contract with the Burnet County Elections administration for the 2025-2026 election year. Council Member Philip Thurman made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Council Member Tommy Gaut seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGSACTON: 7.1) Public hearing and action: Ordinance No. 2025-25: L. Kimbler AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2021-01 AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY BY GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR "GASOLINE AND/OR ALCOHOL SALES"INALIGHTCOMMERCIAL - DSTRICT-CI-ZONING DISTRICT: FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1003 N WATER STREET: PROVIDING CUMULATIVE, REPEALER AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSES; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION: AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mayor Wideman opened the public hearing at 6:15 p.m. Tina Thomas, a Burnet citizen, spoke in opposition to the proposed conditional use permit. There being no one further wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at 6:17 p.m. Council Member Tommy Gaut made a motion to deny Ordinance No. 2025-25 as presented. Council Member Philip Thurman seconded the motion. The motion failed unanimously. 7.2) Public hearing and action: Ordinance No. 2025-22: L. Kimbler AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS.AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2021-01 AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY BY REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTH CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 108 AND NORTH WATER STREET FROM ITS CURRENT DESIGNATION OF AGRICULTURE - DISTRICT "A" TO A DESIGNATION OF MEDIUM COMMERCIAL = DISTRICT "C-2" WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR "TRUCK STOP, WITH NO REPAIR OR WASH SERVICE", PROVIDING CUMULATIVE. REPEALER AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSES; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION: AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mayor Wideman opened the public hearing at 6:24 p.m. Several members ofthe audience spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance during the public comment portion. The public hearing was closed at 7:24 p.m. Council Member Tres Clinton made a motion to deny Ordinance No. 2025-22 as presented. The motion was seconded by Council Member Cindia Talamantez. Voting in favor ofthe motion to deny Ordinance No. 2025-22 were Mayor Gary Wideman and Council Members Cindia Talamantez, Tommy Gaut, Tres Clinton, Philip Thurman, and Joyce Laudenschlager. Council Member Ricky Langley voted against the motion. With five votes in favor of denial and two against, the motion failed. 7.3) Public hearing and action: Ordinance No. 2025-23: L. Kimbler AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF BURNET, TEXAS, AMENDING CITY OF BURNET CODE OF ORDINANCES. CHAPTER 118 (ENTITLED "ZONING") BY AMENDING ARTICLE IV (ENTITLED ADMINISTRATON): PROVIDING CUMULATIVE, REPEALER AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSES: PROVIDING FOR PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED $2000.00; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mayor Wideman opened the public hearing at 7:57 p.m. There being no one further wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at 7:57 p.m. Council Member Philip Thurman made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2025-23 as presented. Council Member Ricky Langley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 7.4) Public hearing and action: Ordinance No. 2025-24: L. Kimbler AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF BURNET, TEXAS, AMENDING CITY OF BURNET CODE OF ORDINANCES. CHAPTER 118 (ENTITLED "ZONING") BY AMENDING SECTION 118-62 (ENTITLED LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING REQUIREMENIS): PROVIDING CUMULATIVE. REPEALER AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSES: AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATE Mayor Wideman opened the public hearing at 8:02 p.m. There being no one further wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at 8:02 p.m. Council Member Ricky Langley made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2025-24 as presented. Council Member Joyce Laudenschlager seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. ACTION ITEMS: 8.1) Discuss and consider action: Direction to staff regarding the start time for regular City Council meetings: D. Vaughn Council directed City staff to draft a resolution to officially change the start time of future council meetings from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 8.2) Discuss and consider action: Resolution No. R2025-43: D. Vaughn A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF PROPORTIONATE COST FUNDS FOR CREEKFALL OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS: AND AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FUTURE PROPORTIONATE COST PAYMENTS FROM DEVELOPERS FOR ADDITIONAL PHASES OF THE CREEKFALL DEVELOPMENT: AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Council Member Ricky Langley made a motion to approve Resolution No. R2025-43 as presented. Council Member Joyce Laudenschlager seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8.3) Discuss and consider action: Resolution No. R2025-45: K. McBurnett A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, SELECTING FOURTH STREET AS THE DESIGNATED LOCATION FOR THE PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE OVER NORTH U.S. HIGHWAY 281 IN CONNECTION WITH THE COMMUNITY PROJECT: FUNDING (CPF) GRANT AWARDED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENTOF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD); AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Council Member Philip Thurman made a motion to approve Resolution No. R2025-45 as presented. Council Member Joyce Laudenschlager seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8.4) Discuss and consider action: Resolution No. R2025-44:J.1 Forsyth A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF WATER METERS, ENDPOINTS, AND JUMPER HARNESSES FROM BADGER METER, INC. AS A SOLE SOURCE PROVIDER: AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Council Member Philip Thurman made a motion to approve Resolution No. R2025-44 as presented. Council Member Tommy Gaut seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8.5) Discuss and consider action: Resolution No. R2025-47: E. Belai A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL SUBMITTED IN RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) 2025- 005 FOR HAY FIELD MAINTENANCE SERVICES, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOLLOWING REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY LEGAL COUNSEL Council Member Philip Thurman made a motion to approve Resolution No. R2025-47 as presented. Council Member Tres Clinton seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8.6) Discuss and consider action: Resolution No. R2025-46: P. Langford A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, RESTRICTING CERTAIN FUNDS FOR STREET PROJECTS AND DEPOSITING THOSE FUNDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY AND AUTHORIZING THE USE OF COUNCIL RESTRICTED FUNDS FOR STREET PROJECTS Council Member Joyce Laudenschlager made a motion to approve Resolution No. R2025-46 as presented. Council Member Cindia Talamantez seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8.7) Discuss and consider action: Ordinance No. 2025-26: P. Langford AN ORDINANCEOF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE 2024-35; THE ORIGINAL BUDGET ORDINANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2024, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025, FOR THE CITY OF BURNET, TEXAS, FUNDING ACCOUNTS IN BUDGET DUE TO UNFORESEEN SITUATIONS: CONTAINING FINDINGS: PROVIDING FOR SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY Council Member Joyce Laudenschlager made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2025-26 as presented. Council Member Tres Clinton seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None. RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION: None. REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL FOR FUTURE REPORTS: In accordance with Resolution R2020- 28 councilmembers may request the City Manager to prepare and present future reports on matters of public interest: None. ADJOURN: There being no further business, a motion to adjourn was made by Mayor Gary Wideman at 8:35 p.m. and seconded by Council Member Philip Thurman. The motion passed unanimously. Dhual Gary Wideman, Mayor ATTEST: Maria Gonzales, City Secretary -