City Council 1-13-26

The City Council of San Angelo convened on January 13, 2026, with a packed agenda that included significant public engagement on the proposed rezoning of city-owned land to light manufacturing to accommodate a large-scale data center project. The meeting featured extensive public comments expressing both support and concerns regarding the data center's impact on natural resources, particularly water usage, noise pollution, and transparency in the planning process. City staff provided detailed explanations of zoning classifications, regulatory protections, and the development review process, emphasizing the city's efforts to balance economic development with community safeguards. Additionally, the council discussed and approved a resolution to allocate $75,000 for economic development efforts related to Goodfellow Air Force Base, highlighting the city's commitment to supporting key local institutions. Other agenda items included updates on animal shelter improvements, sign ordinance revisions to support local businesses, and housing zoning amendments aimed at increasing residential flexibility and affordability. The meeting concluded with appointments to various city boards and the announcement of new assistant city manager appointments, reflecting ongoing administrative developments.