City Council Meeting - April 7, 2026

The City Council of Killeen held a meeting on April 7, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement actions included approval of a fireworks display permit for the Celebrate Killeen Festival and authorization of the issuance and sale of $28.5 million in general obligation refunding bonds, expected to save the city approximately $1 million without extending the debt maturity or increasing the tax rate. The council also considered zoning changes to allow residential development on certain commercial parcels and discussed affordable housing initiatives, including the potential allowance of tiny homes and accessory dwelling units within a designated overlay district. Additionally, the council approved a 5% cost of living adjustment for the municipal judge. Public comments emphasized the importance of careful selection of the new city manager and concerns about housing near major thoroughfares. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the bond refunding and zoning decisions represent significant financial and development actions.