Wichita Falls City Council Meeting April 7, 2026

The Wichita Falls City Council meeting on April 7, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved multiple resolutions involving economic development and infrastructure projects, including a $400,000 allocation for redevelopment planning of the University Town Center property and a $640,000 funding assistance to WPT Power Corporation for facility expansion at 1600 Fisher Road. Additionally, the council authorized a $200,000 forgivable loan from Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Zone 3 funds to the New Day Empowerment Center (House of Empowerment) for community outreach facility improvements, specifically upgrading their commercial kitchen. A contract was approved with Texas First LLC to provide interim police chief services at $117.40 per hour. The council also awarded a $230,008 contract to Freeman Paving LLC for various drainage repairs at Expressway Village Park and approved grazing and hunting leases at local lakes. Furthermore, a one-year lease agreement was authorized with the Wichita Falls Railroad Museum for city-owned property use. The meeting featured a detailed tour of the Memorial Auditorium renovation project, highlighting progress on city office relocations and infrastructure upgrades. Public comments addressed concerns about flood zone impacts on economic development and grant eligibility, with discussions on TIF funding policies and community infrastructure needs. The council passed all motions related to procurement and budget allocations during the meeting.