City Council LIVE stream 6-16-26

The City Council of San Angelo held a meeting on June 16, 2026, with significant public commentary focused on concerns about the development of hyperscale data centers, particularly regarding water usage, environmental impact, and community transparency. The council discussed the creation of a committee to oversee and plan for potential impacts of data centers, emphasizing stakeholder involvement and proactive governance. Several procurement and budget-related items were addressed, including acceptance of a $755,562.25 grant from the Natural Resource Conservation Service for flood protection projects with a $228,219 city match, approval to issue a $4 million tax note to free up general fund revenue for equipment replacement, and adoption of the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan totaling $1.1 billion in projects. The council also approved amendments to the city’s fee schedule to better align fees with cost of service and simplify administration. Additionally, the council awarded a contract to Olsen, Inc. for up to $900,000 to update the city’s comprehensive plan, funded partly by TEI and KOA DC. Several zoning and land use items were approved, including rezonings to support residential and commercial development. The meeting concluded with the authorization of the city manager’s retirement effective July 15, 2026, and scheduling of the next meeting for July 21 at 6 p.m.