# Special City Council Meeting - September 1, 2026


**Body:** City of Killeen
**Date:** August 31, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Professional Services, Regulatory Compliance


The City of Killeen held a special city council meeting on September 1, 2026, primarily focused on the selection and review of candidates for the city manager position. During the meeting, several citizens expressed concerns about fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability related to city management and contracting practices. They urged the council to carefully vet candidates, emphasizing the need for a city manager who respects federal and state laws, is transparent, and can manage the city's growth effectively. The council then moved into an executive session to discuss and review applications for the city manager role, but no procurement decisions or contract awards were made during this meeting.

**Source:** City of Killeen