City Council Meeting 2026/07/07

The City Council meeting of Nacogdoches held on July 7, 2026, included several key procurement and contracting decisions. The council approved professional services agreements related to hotel occupancy tax management and audit compliance to improve revenue collection, particularly from short-term rentals. They awarded a $671,363 contract to TWW Dirt LLC for the Summer Hill Drainage Improvements Project, funded by bond funds, and discussed the city's ongoing efforts to address drainage infrastructure challenges with limited funding. Additionally, the council approved a developer agreement with MUM Investments LLC for water and sewer line extensions to serve a new nursing facility, funded through the utility fund. A $3.65 million contract was awarded to Hammet Excavation Inc. for landfill block cells construction, with SCS Engineers selected for related professional services. Finally, the council passed an ordinance imposing residency restrictions on registered sex offenders near child safety zones to enhance public safety. These actions reflect the city's focus on infrastructure improvements, revenue optimization, and community safety.