City Council Meeting - 2026/08/04

The City Council meeting of Nacogdoches on August 4, 2026, included several procurement and policy discussions. The council approved contract extensions for consulting services with Bonita and Todd Simino to support city insurance and finance functions, aiming for organizational stability. A significant procurement decision was the selection of Pho Group for consulting services related to an event venue and downtown hotel demand study, awarded through solicitation RFQ26-10-130, with a proposed budget of $35,000 and a timeline of four to six months. The council also addressed zoning and land use policy changes to comply with Texas Senate Bill 785, which mandates allowing HUD code manufactured homes by right in residential districts. This involved updating the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances, including creating a new R3M two-family mixed dwelling district to accommodate manufactured homes with specific standards. These zoning changes aim to provide more housing options while maintaining neighborhood compatibility. Motions to approve these zoning amendments and comprehensive plan updates passed unanimously. The meeting also included approval of a specific use permit for a cellular transmission tower and appointments to various city committees, with some appointments tabled for further review.