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Aug 22, 2026

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Council Approves $10 Million Street Borrowing

Published Aug 22, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 16, 2026

Council Approves $10 Million Street Borrowing

The City Council voted 6-0 to borrow approximately $10 million through Series 2027 Certificates of Obligation for street projects T47, T48 and T73. The council also amended utility deposits and service charges and approved Justice Center construction-management and preconstruction actions.

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Briefing

Jul 16, 2026

Council Reviews Hotel Tax Funding

The council reviewed proposed Fiscal Year 2027 uses for Hotel Occupancy Tax funds but did not record a final decision. Members requested more detail, particularly about spending connected to attracting overnight hotel stays.

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Briefing

Jul 2, 2026

Council Advances Fire Department Cost Study

The City Council voted 7-0 to direct the Hutto Economic Development Corporation to select a consultant to assess the long-term financial and operational implications of a city-owned fire department.

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Briefing

Jul 2, 2026

HEDC Takes Over CR 132 Project

The City Council voted 7-0 to transfer the CR 132 roadway project from Limmer Loop to Hwy 79 to the Hutto Economic Development Corporation, which accepted the project by a 6-0 vote.

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Briefing

Jun 24, 2026

Council Certifies Runoff Election Results

The City Council approved Resolution No. R-2026-140 by a 5-0 vote, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the June 13, 2026 runoff election for Councilmember Place 1.

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Briefing

Jun 18, 2026

Council Approves Major Street and Sidewalk Repairs

The City Council approved several pavement and sidewalk projects, including $986,268.50 for full-depth repairs in Hutto Old Town, a $2 million not-to-exceed asphalt treatment agreement, $239,902.43 for an initial treatment order, and $145,201 for citywide sidewalk repairs.

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Briefing

Jun 4, 2026

Short-Term Rental Rules Approved

The City Council approved short-term rental regulations, changing the maximum occupancy from 15 to 12 people in a 6-1 vote.

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Briefing

Jun 4, 2026

Council Amends Youth Baseball Contract

The City Council unanimously approved a 7-0 amendment shifting several field and facility responsibilities under the Hutto Youth Baseball Softball Association contract. HYBSA will handle porter service and field raking, dragging, and chalking, while Parks staff will install a hot water heater, add restroom changing tables, and provide a storage shed.

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Briefing

May 26, 2026

Funding and property approved for fire station

Officials approved contracts and property purchases tied to the proposed City of Hutto Fire Station #1 and Project Air. The Hutto Economic Development Corporation approved five related resolutions unanimously, while City Council approved the budget amendment 6-1 and authorized up to $35,000 for professional services.

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Briefing

May 21, 2026

Council Approves Sewer Rules and Land Acquisition

The City Council voted 7-0 to authorize acquiring property interests for the CR 199 Reconstruction project, including use of eminent domain if necessary. It also unanimously approved updated industrial-waste sewer rules and an enforcement plan, while extending solid-waste and recycling collection services for two years.

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Briefing

May 21, 2026

Council Seeks Plan to Improve Platting

The Hutto City Council reached a consensus to have staff develop and present a proposed plan to improve the city’s platting process at a future workshop. The discussion focused on current requirements, challenges, possible options, and ways to streamline the process.

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Briefing

May 13, 2026

Council Certifies Election and Orders Runoff

The council unanimously approved the May 2, 2026, election results and ordered a June 13, 2026, runoff for City Council Place 1. Voting will take place at City Hall during early voting and on Election Day.

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Briefing

May 7, 2026

Council Approves Traffic Light and Wastewater Agreements

The council approved a cost-sharing agreement with Hutto Independent School District for a traffic signal at Main Hippo Drive and FM 1660 N, with the city contributing no more than $306,256.59. It also approved agreements involving wastewater service for a Pulte Homes development and created the Stromberg Public Improvement District.

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Briefing

May 7, 2026

Council Selects Utility Funding Scenario

The City Council voted 6-0 to proceed with Scenario 2 for utility impact fees, fund balance, economic development reimbursement, and long-term water and wastewater rate planning, with notifications to the Hutto Economic Development Corporation and TIRZ Board.

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Briefing

Apr 16, 2026

Council approves district assessments and bonds

The City Council unanimously approved special assessments and authorized bond issuance for Prairie Winds District Improvement Area #2 and Cottonwood District Improvement Area #3. The meeting also included direction to extend the city’s solid waste contract for two years.

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Briefing

Apr 16, 2026

Council Advances CMAR for Justice Center

The City Council voted 6-0 to pursue the Construction Manager at Risk method for project management of the proposed Justice Center.

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Briefing

Apr 2, 2026

Hutto Approves Updated Water Conservation Plan

Council unanimously approved an updated drought contingency plan and 2025 water conservation plan. It also rejected bids for two street projects totaling $860,867.50 and authorized rebidding, approved $38,000 in Hotel Occupancy Funds for Hutto Arts Today’s Mural Fest, and authorized a fence-replacement change order for the Legends of Hutto project after funds are certified.

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Briefing

Apr 2, 2026

Council Reviews Economic Development Corporation Role

The City Council and Hutto Economic Development Corporation discussed how the corporation could support city projects, including using funds in a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and enforcing project contracts. No formal action was taken.

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Briefing

Mar 12, 2026

Council approves $11.3 million road grant

The City Council approved an $11,258,107.66 economic development grant for the development and construction of the CR137/FM1660 project. It also advanced Cottonwood Creek public improvement district assessments and bond documents, while postponing Prairie Winds assessment and bond items until April 2, 2026.

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Briefing

Mar 7, 2026

Council Set Preliminary Planning Direction

Council and staff developed a preliminary vision focused on financial strength, business support, efficient services, responsible growth, and quality of life. Preliminary priorities included aligning growth with infrastructure, managing finances responsibly, improving city services, and building community trust; no formal action was taken.

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Briefing

Mar 5, 2026

Council Approves Lake Park Playground Purchase

The City Council approved up to $222,792 for playground equipment at Hutto Lake Park by a 5-2 vote. It also approved a $13,000 Fritz Park change order, an $91,800 fiscal year 2026 custodial contract, and a budget amendment for the Community Benefit Fee Fund.

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Briefing

Mar 5, 2026

Council Advances Short-Term Rental Rules

The City Council voted 5-0 to begin collecting short-term rental fees, including in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, buy software to manage the process, and require no property inspections. Staff will return with recommendations on occupancy and parking requirements.

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Briefing

Feb 28, 2026

Boards and Commissions Set 2026 Priorities

City Council and board and commission members reviewed accomplishments, proposed 2026 priorities, discussed possible training opportunities, and identified items for future consideration. No formal action was taken.

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Briefing

Feb 19, 2026

Council Advances Wastewater and Transit Projects

The council unanimously approved eight property-related resolutions for the Brushy Creek Wastewater Interceptor Phase 4 project and directed staff to begin a development agreement process for wastewater service, possible annexation, and water-flow planning for ATX Legacy Park. It also approved issuing a request for proposals for on-demand rideshare service in Hutto.

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