Business Session (October 20, 2026)

The City of Waco City Council business session on October 20, 2026, began with a proclamation recognizing Bird Kultgen Ford’s 90th anniversary; the proclamation noted the dealership’s community and economic contributions but involved no purchasing decision. Council considered the consent agenda, including item 2026-710 and resolutions 2026-711 through 2026-738; a motion and second were made, but the vote is not captured in the transcript. The council also approved several zoning and land-use changes on first reading after public hearings (items 2026-739 through 2026-743), including changes intended to support commercial uses and housing development.

During public comment, residents raised concerns about stray animals, shelter capacity, animal-control response, staffing, enforcement, and spay/neuter services, and requested greater city support and partnerships with local rescues; no council action or funding decision followed. Another speaker requested project-level information about East Waco development, including public subsidies, TIF reimbursements, land transfers, tax abatements, and affordable-housing commitments. A council member mentioned that lighting on the I-35 Brazos River bridges is being tested, but the project is not yet complete. No contract award, solicitation, vendor selection, or other procurement activity was identified.