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CITY • Brazoria County, TX
City of Sweeny
Population / Scale
3,602
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.901224
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$5.2M
+5.2% YoY • +51.8% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$7.57M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.7 pts
1Y: +0.8 pts • 10Y: -2.4 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -7.8 pts
61 (C) → 53.2 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+5.2% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +5.4%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+51.8% (5Y)
10Y: +94.5% • Since '00: +315.4%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
+0.1542
FY 22: $0.7471 → FY 27: $0.9012
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 61 (C)'10: 57.8 (D)'17: 55.6 (D)'22: 53.9 (D)'27: 53.2 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $1.3M'10: $2.0M'17: $2.7M'22: $3.4M'27: $5.2M
Elected & Governing Officials (6)
BB
Brian Brooks
Councilmember, Place 3
info@sweenytx.gov
C"
Caniel "Shaun" Massey
Councilmember, Place 5
info@sweenytx.gov
DH
Dusty Hopkins
Mayor
mayor@sweenytx.gov
JB
Jake Berry
Councilmember, Place 1
info@sweenytx.gov
JR
John Rambo
Councilmember, Place 2
info@sweenytx.gov
SB
Sandra Blaine
Councilmember, Place 4
info@sweenytx.gov
Charter & Enabling Framework
City of Sweeny Home Rule Charter (CITY CHARTER)
Official Home Rule Charter of City of Sweeny Home Rule Charter (CITY CHARTER) hosted on American Legal Publishing.
OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Sweeny Home Rule Charter (CITY CHARTER) Source Repository: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/sweeny/latest/sweeny_tx/0-0-0-6 Last Codified Supplement: 2025-06-01
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+5.2% YoYFreedom Score: 53.2 (D)• Adopted Sep 25, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Sweeny
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($5,237,818) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.901224 per $100 valuation: $0.698014 M&O + $0.203210 I&S) for City of Sweeny. Source: Brazoria County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$5.2M
General Fund
$3.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$0.3M
Per Capita
$1,454
Public Safety: $1.6M (31%)
0Public Works: $1.4M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.901224 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+23.4% YoYFreedom Score: 52.4 (D)• Adopted Sep 25, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-09-25-5) — City of Sweeny
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($4,981,282) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.901224 per $100 valuation) for City of Sweeny.
Total Appropriation
$5.0M
General Fund
$3.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$0.3M
Per Capita
$1,383
Public Safety: $1.5M (31%)
0Public Works: $1.4M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.901224 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.7% YoYFreedom Score: 52.9 (D)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Sweeny
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($4,035,489) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.635481 per $100 valuation) for City of Sweeny.
Total Appropriation
$4.0M
General Fund
$2.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$1,120
Public Safety: $1.2M (30%)
0Public Works: $1.1M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $0.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.635481 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.3% YoYFreedom Score: 53.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 6, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Sweeny
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Sweeny (Brazoria County) totaling $3,818,954. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.6072 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$3.8M
General Fund
$2.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$1,060
Public Safety: $1.2M (30%)
0Public Works: $1.0M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $0.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.607158 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+5.1% YoYFreedom Score: 53.5 (D)• Adopted Sep 6, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Sweeny
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Sweeny (Brazoria County) totaling $3,626,049. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.7310 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$3.6M
General Fund
$2.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$1,007
Public Safety: $1.1M (30%)
0Public Works: $0.9M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $0.2M
Administration: $0.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.730954 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$5.24M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.1MPer Capita: $1,454Tax Rate: $0.901224Freedom: 53.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$4.98M(+23.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.0MPer Capita: $1,383Tax Rate: $0.901224Freedom: 52.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$4.04M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.4MPer Capita: $1,120Tax Rate: $0.635481Freedom: 52.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$3.82M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $1,060Tax Rate: $0.607158Freedom: 53.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$3.63M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $1,007Tax Rate: $0.730954Freedom: 53.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$3.45M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.0MPer Capita: $958Tax Rate: $0.747062Freedom: 53.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$3.27M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.9MPer Capita: $909Tax Rate: $0.75528Freedom: 54.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$3.12M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.8MPer Capita: $865Tax Rate: $0.768875Freedom: 54.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$2.95M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $819Tax Rate: $0.785021Freedom: 54.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$2.83M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $785Tax Rate: $0.795226Freedom: 55.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$2.69M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.6MPer Capita: $748Tax Rate: $0.802383Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$2.57M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $714Tax Rate: $0.807197Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$2.48M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $687Tax Rate: $0.807197Freedom: 56.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$2.38M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $662Tax Rate: $0.804775Freedom: 56.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$2.27M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $631Tax Rate: $0.804775Freedom: 56.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$2.16M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $599Tax Rate: $0.806385Freedom: 57.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$2.06M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $572Tax Rate: $0.801547Freedom: 57.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$1.98M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $548Tax Rate: $0.808761Freedom: 57.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$1.87M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $520Tax Rate: $0.804717Freedom: 58.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$1.78M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $495Tax Rate: $0.804717Freedom: 58.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$1.71M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.0MPer Capita: $476Tax Rate: $0.811155Freedom: 58.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$1.64M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.0MPer Capita: $455Tax Rate: $0.810344Freedom: 59.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$1.56M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.9MPer Capita: $432Tax Rate: $0.816827Freedom: 59.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$1.50M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.9MPer Capita: $417Tax Rate: $0.815193Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$1.43M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.8MPer Capita: $398Tax Rate: $0.819269Freedom: 60.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$1.37M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.8MPer Capita: $381Tax Rate: $0.81845Freedom: 60.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$1.32M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.8MPer Capita: $365Tax Rate: $0.814358Freedom: 60.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$1.26M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $0.7MPer Capita: $350Tax Rate: $0.819244Freedom: 61 (C)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Ord. 2026-10-07-1 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
The City Council will now convene into executive session pursuit to the provisions of Chapter 551 Texas Government Code, in accordance with the authority contained therin: Deliberation of Personnel Matters regarding the appoinment, employment, evaluation,
reassigment, duties, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Governement Code; CITY SECRETARY. OPEN SESSION The C...
Ord. 2026-10-02-3 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consideration and possible Adoption of Revised Constitution & By-Laws. Consideration and possible adoption of Revised Standing Rules. Consideration and possible appointment of Parliamentarian.
Consideration and possible Adoption of Revised Constitution & By-Laws. Consideration and possible adoption of Revised Standing Rules. Consideration and possible...
Ord. 2026-2 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Public Hearing to on proposed tax rate for the City of Sweeny to support the 26/27 Budget Year. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL This item is available for those citizens wishing to address City Council on an issue not on the agenda. Any item discussed cannot be voted on but could be considered for placement on the agenda of the next
regularly scheduled meeting. Limited to three (3) minutes....
Ord. 2026-3 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Take action to consider the proposed budget as presented for the 26/27 City of sweeny Budget year. Ordinance #
Take action to consider the proposed budget as presented for the 26/27 City of sweeny Budget year. Ordinance #...
Ord. 2026-09-25-5 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consideration and Possible Action to approve Budget Amendments for 25/26 Fiscal year 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321
Consideration and Possible Action to approve Budget Amendments for 25/26 Fiscal year 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-...
Ord. 2026-4 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Approve the tax rate to support the 26/27 Budget. The Motion should read " I move to approve ordinance # that states the proposed tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of 0.901224, which is effectively a 1.84 percent increase in the tax rate."
Enacted by City of Sweeny in City of Sweeny City Council Meeting on 2026-09-25 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). This MUST be a record vote....
Ord. 2026-9 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Discussion and Possible action to pass Ordinance 26-107 for theTax rate to support the 26/27 Maintenance, Operation and debt Service Budget
Discussion and Possible action to pass Ordinance 26-107 for theTax rate to support the 26/27 Maintenance, Operation and debt Service Budget...
Ord. 2026-8 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discussion and Possible action to approve ordinance 26-106 for 26/27 maintenance and operations and debt service budget
Discussion and Possible action to approve ordinance 26-106 for 26/27 maintenance and operations and debt service budget...
Ord. 2026-15 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss and Possible Action: Discuss code of ordinances 92.05 Maintenance of public right of ways. Ordinance 107-96 Junked Vehicles, Ordinance 102-15 Animal Control
Discuss and Possible Action: Discuss code of ordinances 92.05 Maintenance of public right of ways. Ordinance 107-96 Junked Vehicles, Ordinance 102-15 Animal Con...
Ord. 2026-09-14-6 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discuss and possible action CCPD bylaws and Code , State Statutes
Discuss and possible action CCPD bylaws and Code , State Statutes...
Ord. 2026-08-06-9 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Adopt-A-Spot - Lady Civic
Enacted by City of Sweeny in City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting on 2026-08-06 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). Adopt-A-Spot - Lady Civic...
Ord. 2026-07-21-2016 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
In accordance with Chapter §551 of the Texas Government Code, if required, the Council may conduct an executive session on any of the agenda items provided the City Attorney is present. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL PLEDGES & INVOCATION CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
In accordance with Chapter §551 of the Texas Government Code, if required, the Council may conduct an executive session on any of the agenda items provided the ...
Ord. 2026-12 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-105, repealing Section 112.01 of the City's Code of Ordinances. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, REPEALING SECTION 112.01 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY PERTAINING TO PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
FOR ROOFING WORK; AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFECT AND BE IN FORCE AT THE DATE OF ITS PASSAGE....
Ord. 2026-07-21-10 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discussion, second reading, and possible action to Resolution 26-R109, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation and Trilogy Resources, LLC.
Discussion, second reading, and possible action to Resolution 26-R109, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Econ...
Ord. 2026-07-21-11 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discussion, second reading, and possible action to Resolution 26-R110, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation and Equipmentshare.com.
Discussion, second reading, and possible action to Resolution 26-R110, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Econ...
Ord. 2026-13 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-103, amending Chapter 115, entitled Mobile Food Establishments. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 115 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SWEENY ENTITLED MOBILE FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS; REPEALING 115.01 ENTITLED PERMIT REQUIREMENTS; REPEALING
115.02 ENTITLED TEMPORARY FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS; REPEALING 115.03 ENTITLED PERMANENT FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS; REPEALING 115.04 ENTITLED FOOD PERMIT FEES; ADDING A NEW...
Ord. 2026-06-16-9 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discussion and first reading of Resolution 26-R110, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation and Equipmentshare.com Inc.
Discussion and first reading of Resolution 26-R110, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Co...
Ord. 2026-12 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-102 establishing fees and charges in said city; Fee Schedule. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUINCIL OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES IN SAID CITY; ESTABLISHING ADMINISTRATIVE FEES, ZONING FEES, ANIMAL CONTROL FEES, BUILDING RENTAL FEES, FEES FOR
TRASH BAGS, ALL PERMIT FEES, CULVERT INSTALLATION FEES, POLICE DEPARTMENT FEES, AND UTILITY FEES....
Ord. 2026-10 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Discussion and possible action to appoint applicant to the Planning and Zoning Board of Commissioners.
Discussion and possible action to appoint applicant to the Planning and Zoning Board of Commissioners....
Ord. 2026-14 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-104; amending Chapter 111 entitled Motor Vehicle Wrecker Services. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 111 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SWEENY ENTITLED MOTOR VEHICLE WRECKER SERVICES; AMENDING SECTION 111.01 ENTITLED LISTING ON CITY
ROSTER; DEFINITIONS; AMENDING SECTION 111.02 ENTITLED APPLICATION; AMENDING SECTION 111.03 ENTITLED DESIGNATION OF SERVICE; QUALIFIED STORAGE FACILITY REQUIRED;...
Ord. 2026-5 • Code Enforcement & PenaltiesOverreach: 78/100
Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on a future agenda for discussion.
Enacted by City of Sweeny in City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting on 2026-06-15 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). Business:...
Ord. 2026-06-08-5 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Punchlist - signs/signage, median, bollards b. Discuss and act as needed amending bylaws to reflect Employee Share Agreement
Punchlist - signs/signage, median, bollards b. Discuss and act as needed amending bylaws to reflect Employee Share Agreement...
Ord. 2026-06-02-10 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discussion and possible action to approve budget amendments requested by the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation (EDC). 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321
Discussion and possible action to approve budget amendments requested by the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation (EDC). 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 24...
Ord. 2026-06-02-1 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Deliberation regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code.
Deliberation regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code....
Ord. 2026-06-02-8 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discussion and possible action regarding proposed budget amendments. REGULAR AGENDA- CITY COUNCIL
Discussion and possible action regarding proposed budget amendments. REGULAR AGENDA- CITY COUNCIL...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2026-05-12
May 2026 City of Sweeny Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 465 (19.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Councilmember, Place 2
John Rambo WINNER
100.0% (409 votes)Councilmember, Place 3
Brian Brooks WINNER
100.0% (409 votes)Mayor
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
100.0% (409 votes)Councilmember, Place 5
Caniel "Shaun" Massey WINNER
100.0% (409 votes)Councilmember, Place 1
Jake Berry WINNER
100.0% (409 votes)Councilmember, Place 4
Sandra Blaine WINNER
100.0% (409 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 343 (14.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
60.0% (206 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (137 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 710 (29.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
62.0% (440 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (270 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 686 (28.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
61.0% (418 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
39.0% (268 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 416 (17.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
56.0% (233 votes)Michael R. Vance
44.0% (183 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 367 (15.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
67.0% (246 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
33.0% (121 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 514 (21.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
55.0% (283 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
45.0% (231 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 343 (14.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
58.0% (199 votes)Michael R. Vance
42.0% (144 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 539 (22.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
55.0% (296 votes)David C. Morales
45.0% (243 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 539 (22.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
59.0% (318 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (221 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 367 (15.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
70.0% (257 votes)Michael R. Vance
30.0% (110 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 367 (15.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
54.0% (198 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
46.0% (169 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 588 (24.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
59.0% (347 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
41.0% (241 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 637 (26.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
60.0% (382 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
40.0% (255 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 735 (30.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
65.0% (478 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
35.0% (257 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 563 (23.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
65.0% (366 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (197 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 710 (29.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
72.0% (511 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (199 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 514 (21.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
59.0% (303 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
41.0% (211 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 441 (18.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
60.0% (265 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (176 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 539 (22.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
66.0% (356 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
34.0% (183 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 661 (27.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
66.0% (436 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
34.0% (225 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 539 (22.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
72.0% (388 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (151 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 563 (23.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
56.0% (315 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (248 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 441 (18.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
63.0% (278 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
37.0% (163 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 City of Sweeny Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 465 (19.0% of 2,449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Dusty Hopkins WINNER
70.0% (326 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (139 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (399)
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City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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2: The City Council will now adjourn Executive Session, reconvene into Open Session pursuant to the Provisions of Chapter 551.074 of the Texas Government Code to appoint City Secretary and actions related thereto. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION1: The City Council will now convene into executive session pursuit to the provisions of Chapter 551 Texas Government Code, in accordance with the authority contained therin: Deliberation of Personnel Matters regarding the appoinment, employment, evaluation,2026-10-02 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Current Balance $__________________2: Motion made by ______________________ and seconded by ____________________ to Approve or Disapprove the Minutes from Regular Meeting 09/01/2026 and Special Meeting 9/08/2026. NEW BUSINESS4: Installation of Officers (Board of Directors) Swear in elected officers for the fiscal year of Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.5: Yard of the Month 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 Select winner for the month of September. Conex - update7: Keep Texas Beautiful updates to KTB8: National Night Out - OCT 6 - Sweeny Community Center SBC booth - updates and needs9: Fall Cleanup Events Fall Sweep - OCT 15 2026 - Gazebo Park Main Street Cleanup - NOV 5 2026 - Gazebo Park10: Halloween in the Park - OCT 24 2026 - Gazebo Park SBC booth - updates and needs11: 5th Annual Thanksgiving Bake Sale - NOV 19 2026 - Bulldog Cafe12: Christmas in the Park 2026 - DEC 5 2026 - Gazebo Park -Christmas in Texas. Update and needs. ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Sweeny Beautification Committee on October 2, 2026 was posted on the website under the MUNICODE link on3: Consideration and possible Adoption of Revised Constitution & By-Laws. Consideration and possible adoption of Revised Standing Rules. Consideration and possible appointment of Parliamentarian.2026-09-25 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed 26/27 Budget for for the City of Sweeny6: Cosideration and action to approve a Bid from Concrete & Conconstruction to repalce the walking track in BackYard Park. in the amount of $50,750.007: Have a request to allow the annual BonFire for the Sweeny seniors student to be held at the Elementary property as usual. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Sweeny City Council on Month,5: Consideration and Possible Action to approve Budget Amendments for 25/26 Fiscal year 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33214: Approve the tax rate to support the 26/27 Budget. The Motion should read " I move to approve ordinance # that states the proposed tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of 0.901224, which is effectively a 1.84 percent increase in the tax rate."3: Take action to consider the proposed budget as presented for the 26/27 City of sweeny Budget year. Ordinance #2: Public Hearing to on proposed tax rate for the City of Sweeny to support the 26/27 Budget Year. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL This item is available for those citizens wishing to address City Council on an issue not on the agenda. Any item discussed cannot be voted on but could be considered for placement on the agenda of the next2026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Minutes: Approve minutes from Regular Council Meeting August 18, 2026 Approve Minutes from Special Budget Workshop August 25,2026 Approve Minutes from Special Meeting/ Public Hearing September 8, 20262: Financial Statements3: department reports4: reports from committees 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33215: Discussion about the new school retention pond maintaining ground water and the true capacity by design.6: Hear presentation from Capital Improvement chair on recommendations for potential projects7: Discuss and Possible Action: to discuss drainage issues around town.10: Discussion and Possible Action on Ad-Valorum tax exemptions for Senior Citizens11: Discussion and Possible action to approve EDC 26/27 Budget12: Discussion and Possible action to approve EDC Board applicants13: Discussion and Possible action to approve CCPD Board applicants14: Discussion and Possible action to accept the resignation of Woody Tolley from CCPD16: Discussion about the new school retention pond maintaining ground water and the true capacity by design. EXECUTIVE SESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 551.071, 551.072 AND 551.074 The City Council will now convene into executive session pursuant to the provision of Chapter 551 Texas17: The City Council will now convene into executive session pusuent to the provision of Chapter 551 Texas Government Code, in accordance with the authority contained therein: Deliberation of Personnel Matters regarding the appoinment, employment, evaluation,reassignment, duites, discipline,or dismissal of a public officer or employee, pursuant18: The City Council will now adjourn Executive Session, reconvene into Open Session pursuant to the Provisions of Chapter 551 Texas Government Code and take action, if any, on item(s) discussed during Closed Executive Session. Action, if any, on item discussed during Closed Executive Session porsuant to Section 551.0749: Discussion and Possible action to pass Ordinance 26-107 for theTax rate to support the 26/27 Maintenance, Operation and debt Service Budget15: Discuss and Possible Action: Discuss code of ordinances 92.05 Maintenance of public right of ways. Ordinance 107-96 Junked Vehicles, Ordinance 102-15 Animal Control8: Discussion and Possible action to approve ordinance 26-106 for 26/27 maintenance and operations and debt service budget2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on6: Consent Agenda – All Consent Agenda items listed are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or other interested persons so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda7: Directors Report City Report Old Business a.9: Discuss and act as needed Industrial Park Update:1: Trilogy Resources2: Stark Inc.3: Equipment Share4: Mowing/Clean Up 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 • F: (979) 548-77455: Punchlist - signage, median b. Discuss and act as needed to put in gas line at the industrial park c. Discuss and act as needed benches and light poles on Main Street d. Discuss and act as needed buildings for possible purchase e. Discuss and act as needed loan options10: New Business a. Discuss and act as needed Golden Shovel marketing b. Discuss and act as needed Stark wanting to purchase additional property c. Discuss and act as needed Trilogy Resources wanting to explore options to be released from their performance agreement by either1: By what they have paid in sales tax and the number of employees they have or2: What is owed and can they can provide payment. d. Discuss and act as needed restrooms and covers for the parks e. Discuss and act as needed Convenience Store prospect and offer f. Discussion on the topic of dissolving the EDC11: Executive Session As authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001, the board my enter into a closed Executive Session at any time concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to, the following: Texas12: Reconvene to Regular Session13: Announcements/Items of Community Interest14: Adjournment Certification I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 • F: (979) 548-7745 Date: __________________ Time: ______________2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Approve Treasurer Report2: Approval of prveious meeting minutes3: Discuss and possible action on accepting resignation in good standing , of Chairman Woodrow Tolley.4: Discussion and possible action on approving applications for board members that have expired.5: Discussion possible action on voting for Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secreatary, and Treasurer positions on the board.7: Discussion and possible action for National Night out times and community invitees8: Discussion and possible action for 26/27 budget revisions9: Discussion possible action to set next meeting date ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the CCPD on ______________was posted on the City Hall bulletin board on ______________________________________, 202_,6: Discuss and possible action CCPD bylaws and Code , State Statutes2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Public Hearing on the maximmum allowed advalorum tax of 0.962613 to support the proposed 26/27 maintenance and operating budget for the City of Sweeny, Texas. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL This item is available for those citizens wishing to address City Council on an issue not on the agenda. Any2: Discussion possible action to adjust proposed 26/27 budget3: Discuss and Possible action to recommend actual tax rate to support current proposed 26/27 budget. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Sweeny City Council on Month,2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Current Balance $__________________ NEW BUSINESS2: Board of Directors Nominations Nominations are still open for board of director positions for the fiscal year of Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027. Voting will occur at the end of this meeting. Current nominations are: President - Sanci , VP - Starr, Secretary - Joanna, Treasurer -4: Jr. High Back to School Dance 2026 Wrap up report.5: Upcoming Projects Gazebo & Main street light restoration - approve quote Any other upcoming projects that need to be discussed6: Fall Cleanup Events 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 Fall Sweep - Thurs OCT 15 2026 Gazebo Main Street Cleanup - Thurs NOV 5 2026 Gazebo7: Christmas in the Park 2026 - DEC 5 2026 - Gazebo Park Theme: Christmas in Texas -Update and needs Vendors - Starr Parade - Stacy and Ellen Walk of Trees - Kayla and Stacy Joe Pantalone - Joanna Street of Lights - Joanna Entertainment - Ashley Children's Entertainment - Kayla8: Voting and Election of Board of Directors At this time all voting members will place their vote by ballot for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. This vote will determine the officers for the fiscal year of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027.2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Current Balance $__________________2: Motion made by ______________________ and seconded by ____________________ to Approve or Disapprove the Minutes from Regular Meeting 08/06/2026 . BUSINESS3: Upcoming Meetings4: Yard of the Month Select winner for the month of August.5: Board of Directors Nominations Nominations are still open for board of director positions for the fiscal year of Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027. Voting will occur at the end of this meeting. Current nominations are: President - Sanci , VP - Starr, Secretary - Joanna, Treasurer -6: 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33217: Jr. High Back to School Dance 2026 Wrap up report.8: Upcoming Projects Gazebo & Main street light restoration - approve quote Library basketball court - approval and discussion9: Fall Cleanup Events Fall Sweep - Thurs OCT 15 2026 Gazebo Main Street Cleanup - Thurs NOV 5 2026 Gazebo10: Christmas in the Park 2026 - DEC 5 2026 - Gazebo Park Theme: Christmas in Texas -Update and needs Vendors - Starr Parade - Stacy and Ellen Walk of Trees - Kayla and Stacy Joe Pantalone - Joanna Street of Lights - Joanna Entertainment - Ashley Children's Entertainment - Kayla11: Voting and Election of Board of Directors At this time all voting members will place their vote by ballot for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. This vote will determine the officers for the fiscal year of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027.2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Proclamation(s) CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL This item is available for those citizens wishing to address City Council on an issue not on the agenda. Any item discussed cannot be voted on but could be considered for placement on the agenda of the next2: Minutes: July 21, 2026 Special Joint Meeting; July 21, 2026 Regular Meeting,August 3,2026 Budget Workshop3: Financial Statements July Financial report4: 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33215: Monthly Departmental Updates: July 01-316: Monthly Departmental Board & Agencies Updates; July 01-317: Discussion and Possible action to allow CCPD to use City Facility for National NIght Out8: Discussion and Possible action to continue the Famer's Market and allow usage of Community Center9: Discussion and Possible Action to allow Old Ocean Fire Department to use Gazebo Park, City Barracades and Portable Toilets for Halloween in the Park on October 24,2026 Budget Workshop10: Discussion and Possible Action to approve Maximum Tax rate and planning Calendar EXECUTIVE SESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 551.071, 551.072 AND 551.074 The City Council will now convene into executive session pursuant to the provision of Chapter 551 Texas2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on6: Consent Agenda – All Consent Agenda items listed are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or other interested persons so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda7: Directors Report City Report Old Business a.9: Discuss and act as needed Industrial Park Update:1: Trilogy Resources2: Stark Inc.3: Equipment Share 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 • F: (979) 548-77454: Mowing/Clean Up5: Puchlist - signs/signage, median, bollards b. Discuss and act as needed benches and light poles on Main Street c. Discuss and act as needed representatives to serve on Sweeny Beautification Committee d. Discuss and act as needed loan options e. Discuss and act as needed available buildings for possible purchase10: New Business a. Discuss and act as needed marketing bids b. Discuss and act as needed new business - Divine Healthcare c. Discuss and act as needed EDC board application d. Discuss and act as needed getting bids for contractors to put in gas line at the industrial park11: Executive Session As authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001, the board my enter into a closed Executive Session at any time concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to, the following: Texas12: Reconvene to Regular Session13: Announcements/Items of Community Interest14: Adjournment Certification I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and https://sweenytx.gov/city-2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on6: FY 2026/2027 Budget Certification7: I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and https://sweenytx.gov/city-2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on6: Consent Agenda – All Consent Agenda items listed are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or other interested persons so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda7: Directors Report City Report Old Business a.9: Discuss and act as needed Industrial Park Update:1: Trilogy Resources2: Stark Inc.3: Equipment Share4: Mowing/Clean Up 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 • F: (979) 548-77455: Puchlist - signs/signage, median, bollards b. Discuss and act as needed benches and light poles on Main Street c. Discuss and act as needed representatives to serve on Sweeny Beautification Committee d. Discuss and act as needed loan options e. Discuss and act as needed available buildings for possible purchase10: New Business a. Discuss and act as needed marketing bids b. Discuss and act as needed new business - Divine Healthcare c. Discuss and act as needed EDC board application d. Discuss and act as needed getting bids for contractors to put in gas line at the industrial park11: Executive Session As authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001, the board my enter into a closed Executive Session at any time concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to, the following: Texas12: Reconvene to Regular Session13: Announcements/Items of Community Interest14: Adjournment Certification I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and https://sweenytx.gov/city-2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on7: I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and https://sweenytx.gov/city-2026-08-06 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Current Balance $__________________2: Motion made by ______________________ and seconded by ____________________ to Approve or Disapprove the Minutes from Regular Meeting 06/04/2026 NEW BUSINESS3: Yard of the Month Announce winner for the month of June and select winner for the month of July.4: Board of Directors Nominations Nominations are open for board of director positions for the fiscal year of Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027. FY27 Budget5: Sweeny city council approved SBC budget for FY27 at their regular meeting on June 16,6: 2026-2027 Event & Project Dates 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33217: Sweeny Beautification Committee Logo8: Sweeny Welcome Sign & Upcooming Projects10: Christmas in the Park 2026 - DEC 5 2026 - Gazebo Park Choose theme and assign chairs. Vendors - Parade - Walk of Trees - Joe Pantalone - Street of Lights - Entertainment - Children's Entertainment - Decorations/Lights - Christmas Tree - Publicity - Sponsors -11: Conex - update12: Jr. High Back to School Dance - AUG 21 2026 - Sweeny First Methodist Gym Discuss updates and details. ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Sweeny Beautification Committee on August, 6, 2026 was posted on the website under the MUNICODE link on9: Adopt-A-Spot - Lady Civic2026-08-03 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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2026-07-22 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Approval of previous meeting minutes for 6/24/2026.2: Discuss and possibly take action on the resignation letter for board member Megan Smith.4: Discuss events for the Bike Safety event on August 1, 2026.5: Set next regular business meeting, ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the CCPD on July 22, 2026 was posted on the City Hall bulletin board on the 6th day of July, 2026 at approximately _____ PM. ___________________________________2026-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Proclamation: 12U All-Stars2: Sweeny Beautification Committee's Yard of the Month; June 2026: Genevia Wright at 804 Alice CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL This item is available for those citizens wishing to address City Council on an issue not on the agenda. Any item discussed cannot be voted on but could be considered for placement on the agenda of the next3: Minutes: Regular Session June 16, 20264: Financial Statements5: Monthly Departmental Updates; June 01-30 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33216: Monthly Boards & Agencies Updates; June 01-307: Discussion and possible action for support of a proposed large-scale development located outside the city limits.8: Discussion and possible action to the Lions Club's annual request to use City property for the Annual Back to School Bash.9: Discussion and possible action to appointing applicants to the Parks & Recreation Board.13: Discussion and possible action on the selection of Mayor Pro Tem.14: Discussion of priorities and considerations for the 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Budget. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Sweeny City Council on July 21, 2026 was posted on the City Hall bulletin board on the _______ day of ___________, 2026,11: Discussion, second reading, and possible action to Resolution 26-R110, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation and Equipmentshare.com.12: Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-105, repealing Section 112.01 of the City's Code of Ordinances. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, REPEALING SECTION 112.01 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY PERTAINING TO PERMIT REQUIREMENTS10: Discussion, second reading, and possible action to Resolution 26-R109, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation and Trilogy Resources, LLC.2016: In accordance with Chapter §551 of the Texas Government Code, if required, the Council may conduct an executive session on any of the agenda items provided the City Attorney is present. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL PLEDGES & INVOCATION CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS2026-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Property owner, Sweeny Economic Development Corporation, is requesting a zone change for seven (7) parcels from the current M2 Heavy Industrial to BLIMXU Business Industrial Mixed- Use. All properties are located on Calvie Brown Road within Industrial Park.2: Discussion and possible action for recommendation to Council regarding the requested zone change from M2 Heavy Industrial to BLIMXU Business Industrial Mixed-Use for requested seven (7) parcels within Industrial Park. REGULAR AGENDA CITY COUNCIL3: Discussion and possible action to requested rezone of seven (7) parcels from M2 Heavy Industrial to BLIMXU Business Industrial Mixed-Use; Property Identification No. 719282, 719277, 715407, 719279, 692523, 719283, 719280. ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Sweeny City Council on July, 21,2026-07-13 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on6: Consent Agenda – All Consent Agenda items listed are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or other interested persons so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda7: Directors Report City Report Old Business a.9: Discuss and act as needed Industrial Park Update:1: Trilogy Resources2: Stark Inc.3: Equipment Share4: Mowing/Clean Up 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-3321 • F: (979) 548-77455: Punchlist- signs/signage, median, bollards10: New Business a. Discuss and act as needed representatives to serve on Sweeny Beautification b. Discuss and act as needed loan options c. Discuss and act as needed available buildings for possible purchase d. Discuss and act as needed Kraus Family Farms and store front11: Executive Session As authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001, the board my enter into a closed Executive Session at any time concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to, the following: Texas12: Reconvene to Regular Session13: Announcements/Items of Community Interest14: Adjournment Certification I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and https://sweenytx.gov/city-2026-07-13 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on6: Discuss and act as needed Budget Workshop Certification7: I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and https://sweenytx.gov/city-2026-06-24 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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1: Approval of previous meeting minutes.2: Discuss and possibly take action on the meeting called by the city council for all city board members to meet on June 8, 2026.4: Discuss and possibly take action on providing rest rooms at the Bike Safety event on August 1,5: Discuss and possibly take action on speaking to Sweeny Police Department request their presence at the Bike Safety event.6: Discuss and possibly take action on evaluating the coming two years for CCPD.7: Discuss and possible take action on Amber Murray leaving the CCPD board.8: Set next regular business meeting, ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION I certify that the notice and agenda of items to be considered by the CCPD on June 24th, 2026 was posted on the City Hall bulletin board on the 16 day of June, 2026 at approximately 3:30 PM. __________________________________2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny City Council Meeting
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1: Appreciation Plaque for Neal Bess Jr.; exiting Council Position No. 1 CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL This item is available for those citizens wishing to address City Council on an issue not on the agenda. Any item discussed cannot be voted on but could be considered for placement on the agenda of the next2: Minutes: Regular Session, May 19, 2026 and Special Joint Session, June 02, 20263: Financial Statements4: Monthly Departmental Updates; May 01-315: Boards & Agencies Updates 102 W. Ashley Wilson Rd. • PO Box 248 • Sweeny, Texas 77480 • P: (979) 548-33216: Discussion and possible action to statement received regarding concerns of Sweeny Police Department; Coleman Pollock Sr.7: Discussion and possible action to Sweeny Beautification Committee’s 2026/2027 Fiscal Year budget.8: Discussion and possible action for EDC to purchase entrance signage for the City of Sweeny.11: Discussion and possible action on engaging KM&L, LLC for professional financial audit services for the 2025-2026 fiscal year ending September 30, 2026.9: Discussion and first reading of Resolution 26-R110, amending the development project and performance agreement by and between the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation and Equipmentshare.com Inc.14: Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-104; amending Chapter 111 entitled Motor Vehicle Wrecker Services. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 111 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SWEENY ENTITLED MOTOR VEHICLE WRECKER SERVICES; AMENDING SECTION 111.01 ENTITLED LISTING ON CITY13: Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-103, amending Chapter 115, entitled Mobile Food Establishments. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 115 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SWEENY ENTITLED MOBILE FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS; REPEALING 115.01 ENTITLED PERMIT REQUIREMENTS; REPEALING12: Discussion and possible action to Ordinance 26-102 establishing fees and charges in said city; Fee Schedule. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUINCIL OF THE CITY OF SWEENY, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES IN SAID CITY; ESTABLISHING ADMINISTRATIVE FEES, ZONING FEES, ANIMAL CONTROL FEES, BUILDING RENTAL FEES, FEES FOR10: Discussion and possible action to appoint applicant to the Planning and Zoning Board of Commissioners.2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Sweeny Governing Body Meeting
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3: Invocation4: Pledge of Allegiance a. US Flag b. Texas Flag6: a. Discuss and act on Eagle Scout's proposed project on building a bridge at Exa Mae Keller Park. b. Discuss the previous approved sandbox project by the Parks board and Council that Eagle Scouts planned on completing. c. Discuss and act, and plan on items that will need to be purchased with the approved funds7: Announcements/Items of Community Interest Certification8: I certify that this meeting notice was posted as follows: Date: __________________ Time: ______________ Location: City Hall, 102 W Ashley Wilson Rd., Sweeny, TX 77480 and CITY OF SWEENY, TX.5: Welcome Visitors – Upon recognition by the Chair, persons desiring to address the Board may speak on any topic not on the agenda and not to exceed three (3) minutes in length. Board members are prohibited from deliberation on any item presented but may recommend placement on a future agenda for discussion.