City Council Meeting - April 21, 2026

The City Council meeting of Saginaw, Texas, held on April 21, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the approval of an amendment to the water conservation plan enforcement process, which introduced a graduated penalty system for non-compliance with watering schedules. The council also discussed options for updating the city's economic development strategic plan, weighing in-house, third-party, and hybrid approaches, with cost estimates for consultants ranging from $30,000 to $150,000. Additionally, the council received an update on the Mroy Phase Three street improvement project, addressing construction schedules, utility relocations, and right-of-way acquisitions. The meeting included approval of a building improvement grant of $16,000 for fence installation at 1200 Jarvis Road. Policy changes to zoning regulations for commercial, retail, and automotive uses were also approved, affecting permitted uses and special use permits. The council considered adding clearer voluntary donation statements to water bills to increase transparency about fund usage. Several recognitions and presentations were made, but the primary procurement focus was on infrastructure projects, strategic planning, and grant approvals.