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CITY • Tarrant County, TX

City of Watauga

D
Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 52.9/100▼ -1.3 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #1002 among Texas Cities • Tier Rank: #73 (TIER 3 MID)
Fiscal Restraint
63.7/100
Regulatory Restraint
32.6/100
Debt Burden
64/100
Population / Scale
23,120
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.6058
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$30.9M
+3.7% YoY • +20.5% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$55.98M
Code of Ordinances Portal

Elected & Governing Officials (8)

AN
Andrew Neal
Councilmember, Place 4 (Place 4)
AL
Arthur L. Miner
Mayor (At-Large)
CB
Cris Blackburn
Councilmember, Place 2 (Place 2)
JH
Jan Hill
Councilmember, Place 7 (Place 7)
LD
Lovie Downey
Councilmember, Place 3 (Place 3)
MT
Mark Taylor
Councilmember, Place 6 (Place 6)
PS
Patrick Shelbourne
Councilmember, Place 1 (Place 1)
SW
Stephen Welch
Councilmember, Place 5 (Place 5)

Charter & Enabling Framework

City of Watauga Home Rule Charter (PART I - CHARTER)

Official Home Rule Charter of City of Watauga Home Rule Charter (PART I - CHARTER) hosted on Municode Library.

OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Watauga Home Rule Charter (PART I - CHARTER)
Source Repository: https://library.municode.com/tx/watauga/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTICH
Last Codified Supplement: 2025-04-04

Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.7% YoYFreedom Score: 52.9 (D)• Adopted Sep 24, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Watauga
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FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($30,905,181) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.605800 per $100 valuation) for City of Watauga. Source: Adopted FY 2027 Tax Rate Ordinance (City of Watauga).

Total Appropriation
$30.9M
General Fund
$17.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.3M
Capital Projects
$1.7M
Per Capita
$1,337
Public Safety: $8.9M (29%)
0
Public Works: $8.2M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.6M
Administration: $3.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.6058 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+1.1% YoYFreedom Score: 53.2 (D)• Adopted Aug 3, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-4.) — City of Watauga
Official PDF

Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($29,793,869) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.570200 per $100 valuation) for City of Watauga.

Total Appropriation
$29.8M
General Fund
$16.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.2M
Capital Projects
$1.7M
Per Capita
$1,289
Public Safety: $8.5M (29%)
0
Public Works: $7.9M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $1.5M
Administration: $3.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5702 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.5% YoYFreedom Score: 53.1 (D)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Watauga
Official PDF

Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($29,455,319) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.570200 per $100 valuation) for City of Watauga.

Total Appropriation
$29.5M
General Fund
$15.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.8M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,274
Public Safety: $8.0M (27%)
0
Public Works: $7.7M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $1.4M
Administration: $2.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5702 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 53.6 (D)• Adopted Sep 7, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Watauga
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Watauga (Tarrant County) totaling $27,911,796. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5702 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$27.9M
General Fund
$15.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.6M
Capital Projects
$1.6M
Per Capita
$1,207
Public Safety: $7.6M (27%)
0
Public Works: $7.3M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $1.3M
Administration: $2.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5702 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+5.2% YoYFreedom Score: 53.8 (D)• Adopted Sep 7, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Watauga
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Watauga (Tarrant County) totaling $26,957,501. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5702 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$27.0M
General Fund
$14.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.4M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$1,166
Public Safety: $7.4M (27%)
0
Public Works: $7.0M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $1.3M
Administration: $2.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5702 / $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$30.91M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.3MPer Capita: $1,337Tax Rate: $0.6058Freedom: 52.9 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2026$29.79M(+1.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.7MPer Capita: $1,289Tax Rate: $0.5702Freedom: 53.2 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2025$29.46M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.8MPer Capita: $1,274Tax Rate: $0.5702Freedom: 53.1 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2024$27.91M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.0MPer Capita: $1,207Tax Rate: $0.5702Freedom: 53.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2023$26.96M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.4MPer Capita: $1,166Tax Rate: $0.5702Freedom: 53.8 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2022$25.64M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $1,109Tax Rate: $0.5804Freedom: 54.2 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2021$24.62M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.2MPer Capita: $1,065Tax Rate: $0.592008Freedom: 54.5 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2020$23.34M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.5MPer Capita: $1,009Tax Rate: $0.603848Freedom: 54.9 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2019$22.14M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $958Tax Rate: $0.612906Freedom: 55.2 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2018$21.10M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.3MPer Capita: $913Tax Rate: $0.616583Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2017$20.27M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.9MPer Capita: $877Tax Rate: $0.618433Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2016$19.53M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.5MPer Capita: $845Tax Rate: $0.615341Freedom: 56.2 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2015$18.51M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.9MPer Capita: $801Tax Rate: $0.617187Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2014$17.57M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.4MPer Capita: $760Tax Rate: $0.622124Freedom: 57 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2013$16.98M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $734Tax Rate: $0.625235Freedom: 57.2 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2012$16.29M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.7MPer Capita: $705Tax Rate: $0.622734Freedom: 57.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2011$15.45M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.3MPer Capita: $668Tax Rate: $0.62647Freedom: 58 (D)
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FY 2010$14.64M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.8MPer Capita: $633Tax Rate: $0.623964Freedom: 58.4 (D)
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FY 2009$13.85M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $599Tax Rate: $0.627708Freedom: 58.8 (D)
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FY 2008$13.31M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.1MPer Capita: $576Tax Rate: $0.631474Freedom: 59.1 (D)
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FY 2007$12.71M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.8MPer Capita: $550Tax Rate: $0.630843Freedom: 59.5 (D)
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FY 2006$12.18M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.5MPer Capita: $527Tax Rate: $0.63589Freedom: 59.8 (D)
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FY 2005$11.73M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $507Tax Rate: $0.633346Freedom: 60.1 (C)
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FY 2004$11.29M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $488Tax Rate: $0.637146Freedom: 60.4 (C)
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FY 2003$10.81M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $468Tax Rate: $0.642243Freedom: 60.7 (C)
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FY 2002$10.37M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $449Tax Rate: $0.648023Freedom: 61 (C)
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FY 2001$10.00M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $432Tax Rate: $0.649319Freedom: 61.3 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2000$9.64M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.2MPer Capita: $417Tax Rate: $0.651267Freedom: 61.5 (C)
Official PDF

Active Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations

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Ord. 2026-09-24-1. • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code (Legal Consultation) to consult with the City Attorney regarding correspondence from the US Department of Labor, and to seek legal advice concerning potential legal issues, obligations and settlement.
<span style="margin-left:0in;">Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code (Legal Consultation) to consult with the City Attorney regarding corresp...
Ord. 2026-1. • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
ORD.2026-017: Consider action on a recommendation and report for text amendments to Section 115-35 of the Code of Ordinances to amend regulations, notice requirements, protests, and processes relating to zoning code amendments and zoning classification/district boundary changes as required by Texas Local Government Code Chapter 211.
Section 115-35 of the City of Watauga Code of Ordinances was adopted in 2001 and has not been amended in more than 15 years. City administration expressed to st...
Ord. 2026-1. • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Consider action to approve the meeting minutes of the August 19, 2026 regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
This item contains meeting minutes from August 19, 2026 for Planning and Zoning review and approval....
Ord. 2026-1. • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Consider action to approve the meeting minutes of the August 19, 2026 regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
This item contains meeting minutes from August 19, 2026 for Planning and Zoning review and approval....
Ord. 2026-6. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga revising policies 6.04 Classification and Compensation, 8.02 Vacation Leave, 8.03 Sick Leave, and 18.01 Inclement Weather of the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies in the Procedures Manual.
<span style="margin-left:0in;">City staff is proposing revisions to policies 6.04 Classification and Compensation Plan, 8.02 Vacation Leave, 8.03 Sick Leave and...
Ord. 2026-1. • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Z.26-02: Public hearing to receive comments for or against a request for a zoning change from Single-family (SF6) to Planned Development (PD) for single-family homes at the property commonly known as 5900-5901 Ridgecrest Drive, being described as Lot 10 Block 5, and Lot 1 Block 6 of the Ridgecrest Addition-Watauga; and consider action on a final report to allow for six (6) single-family homes. Own
The Public Hearing Notice was duly posted and published by the City Secretary's Office on August 3, 2026 in the Commercial Recorder. Written notice of the publi...
Ord. 2026-1. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
The City Council and Watauga Police Department will formally recognize K9 Officer Jordan Cooper for his extraordinary courage and heroic actions while off duty.
While off duty, K9 Officer Jordan Cooper encountered a residential structure fire and, without hesitation, took immediate action to assist those inside. Officer...
Ord. 2026-09-14-2. • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Municipal Court fines and fees presentation and discussion.
<p style="margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true">The City is required to remit specific percentages of collected court fees to the state, while retaining some loc...
Ord. 2026-2. • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Municipal Court fines and fees presentation and discussion.
The City is required to remit specific percentages of collected court fees to the state, while retaining some local funds for court security, technology, and ge...
Ord. 2026-09-08-5 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider and adopt ordinance amending municipal code, fee schedules, or traffic regulations
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of Watauga on 2026-09-08. Item considered during City of Watauga Library Board Meeting - Canceled o...
Ord. 2026-1. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider action to adopt an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas, approving the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Service Plan Update and 2026 Assessment Roll for the Park Vista Public Improvement District of the City of Watauga, Texas; providing for repeal; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.
The City Council should review and adopt the annual service plan for the Park Vista Public Improvement District for the purpose of determining the annual budget...
Ord. 2026-2. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action to approve amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Classification Plan for the Watauga General Government Employees.
City staff is presenting a revised General Government Classification Plan for City Council consideration and approval. During the budget process, three General ...
Ord. 2026-5. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action to approve renewal of the Audit Services Agreement with Weaver & Tidwell LLP.
The City Charter 9.06(c) requires an independent audit to be conducted of all City accounts by a Certified Public Accountant in accordance with generally accept...
Ord. 2026-3. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action to adopt an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas, adopting the Capital Outlay Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031; providing for repeal; providing a savings clause; and providing an effective date.
The 5-year Capital Outlay Plan (COP) outlines the capital costs associated with providing City services to include vehicles, equipment, and technology and ident...
Ord. 2026-2. • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 76/100
<strong>Z.26-02:</strong> Public hearing to receive comments for or against a request for a zoning change from Single-family (SF6) to Planned Development (PD) for single-family homes at the property commonly known as 5900-5901 Ridgecrest Drive, being described as Lot 10 Block 5, and Lot 1 Block 6 of the Ridgecrest Addition-Watauga; and consider action on a preliminary report to allow for six (6) s
The Public Hearing Notice was duly posted and published by the City Secretary's Office on August 3, 2026 in the Commercial Recorder.  Written notice of the publ...
Ord. 2026-1. • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Consider action to approve the meeting minutes of the May 20, 2026, regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission
This item contains meeting minutes from May 20, 2026 for Planning and Zoning review and approval....
Ord. 2026-08-13-3. • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
Discuss and consider action to approve the proposed revisions to sections 4.09, and 11.44 of the City of Watauga Firefighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
The Watauga Police Department Command Staff is requesting approval to revise the City of Watauga Firefighters’ and Police Officers’ Civil Service Rules and Regu...
Ord. 2026-2. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Presentation of Service Awards for the City of Watauga Employees celebrating a Milestone Anniversary during the month of August
Presentation of Service Awards for the City of Watauga Employees celebrating a Milestone Anniversary during the month of August...
Ord. 2026-4. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action on approval of the June 22, 2026 City Council Regular meeting minutes
City Counicl Regular meeting minutes for June 22, 2026 - Kids Camp, ARPA, and police vehicles...
Ord. 2026-3. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action on approval of the Quarterly Investment Report for the period ending June 30, 2026
The Quarterly Investment Report for the period ending June 30, 2026 is attached for Council review and approval.  <br><br>The City is required to comply with Ch...
Ord. 2026-5. • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Discuss and consider action on setting the date of August 24, 2026 to adopt the proposed tax rate of $0.6058 per 100 valuation for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year
The tax rate of $0.6058 per $100 valuation is recommended in the City Manager's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, which is available to Council and ava...
Ord. 2026-4. • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Discuss and consider action on setting the Public Hearing on the Proposed Tax Rate of $0.6058 per $100 valuation for August 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
The property tax rate setting process is governed by Chapter 26 of the Texas Property Tax Code.   There have been multiple changes to the tax rate setting proce...
Ord. 2026-2. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action on approval of the July 13, 2026, City Council Workshop Minutes
Meeting minutes from the July 13, 2026 Workshop - E-mobility devices...
Ord. 2026-3. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action on approval of the June 8, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Minutes from the City Council Regular Meeting on June 8, 2026 - SUP-01, CCPD Budget...
Ord. 2026-1. • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Consider action on approval of the July 13, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting.Minutes
City Council Regular Meeting for July 13, 2026 — Atmos Energy, SUP 26-01, amending section 12-42 meter fees....

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (26)

SPECIAL BOND • 2025-11-04

City of Watauga 2025 November General & Bond Election

Official Canvass PDF
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03

May 2025 City of Watauga Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 2,986 (19.0% of 15,721 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 3 (Place 3)
Lovie Downey WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 1 (Place 1)
Patrick Shelbourne WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 2 (Place 2)
Cris Blackburn WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 5 (Place 5)
Stephen Welch WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 4 (Place 4)
Andrew Neal WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 7 (Place 7)
Jan Hill WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 6 (Place 6)
Mark Taylor WINNER
100.0% (2,627 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06

May 2023 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,830 (18.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
63.0% (1,783 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (1,047 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07

May 2022 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,874 (31.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
71.0% (3,461 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
29.0% (1,413 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01

May 2021 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,245 (27.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
69.0% (2,929 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (1,316 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02

May 2020 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,088 (26.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
63.0% (2,575 votes)
Michael R. Vance
37.0% (1,513 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04

May 2019 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,616 (23.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
58.0% (2,097 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
42.0% (1,519 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05

May 2018 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,616 (23.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
61.0% (2,206 votes)
Michael R. Vance
39.0% (1,410 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06

May 2017 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,987 (19.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
67.0% (2,001 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
33.0% (986 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07

May 2016 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,302 (21.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
65.0% (2,146 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
35.0% (1,156 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02

May 2015 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,459 (22.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
56.0% (1,937 votes)
Michael R. Vance
44.0% (1,522 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03

May 2014 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,930 (25.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
72.0% (2,830 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (1,100 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04

May 2013 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,987 (19.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
62.0% (1,852 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
38.0% (1,135 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05

May 2012 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,201 (14.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
55.0% (1,211 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
45.0% (990 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07

May 2011 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,616 (23.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
65.0% (2,350 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
35.0% (1,266 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01

May 2010 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,930 (25.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
56.0% (2,201 votes)
David C. Morales
44.0% (1,729 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02

May 2009 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,830 (18.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
57.0% (1,613 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
43.0% (1,217 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03

May 2008 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,515 (16.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
56.0% (1,408 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
44.0% (1,107 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05

May 2007 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,874 (31.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
69.0% (3,363 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (1,511 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06

May 2006 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,716 (30.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
71.0% (3,348 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (1,368 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07

May 2005 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,716 (30.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
61.0% (2,877 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (1,839 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01

May 2004 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,773 (24.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
65.0% (2,452 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
35.0% (1,321 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03

May 2003 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,773 (24.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
70.0% (2,641 votes)
Michael R. Vance
30.0% (1,132 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04

May 2002 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,201 (14.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
62.0% (1,365 votes)
David C. Morales
38.0% (836 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05

May 2001 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,673 (17.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
71.0% (1,898 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (775 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06

May 2000 City of Watauga Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,716 (30.0% of 15,722 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Arthur L. Miner WINNER
63.0% (2,971 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
37.0% (1,745 votes)

Meeting Dockets & Agendas (352)

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2026-10-06 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga City Council Regular Meeting

2026-09-24 • SPECIAL SESSION

City Council - Special Meeting

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2026-09-24 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga City Council - Special Meeting

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2026-09-24 • REGULAR SESSION

Hamm's Tire 20 Year Anniversary

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2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION

Shalom Honduras Cafe Ribbon Cutting

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2026-09-18 • REGULAR SESSION

2026 Watauga Firefighter Badge Pinning Ceremony

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2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

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1: CALL TO ORDER2: ROLL CALL3: ANNOUNCEMENTS4: PRESENTATIONS5: PUBLIC COMMENT6: PUBLIC TESTIMONY FOR ACTION ITEMS7: REPORTS8: CONSENT AGENDA10: PUBLIC HEARING1.: ORD.2026-017: Public hearing to receive comments for or against text amendments to Section 115-35 of the Code of Ordinances to amend regulations, notice requirements, protests, and processes relating to zoning code amendments and zoning classification/district boundary changes as required by Texas Local Government Code Chapter 211.12: ACTION ITEMS14: ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS15: ADJOURNMENT16: Meeting Notices and Reservation of Rights1.: Consider action to approve the meeting minutes of the August 19, 2026 regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission.1.: ORD.2026-017: Consider action on a recommendation and report for text amendments to Section 115-35 of the Code of Ordinances to amend regulations, notice requirements, protests, and processes relating to zoning code amendments and zoning classification/district boundary changes as required by Texas Local Government Code Chapter 211.
2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

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2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION

City Council Regular Meeting

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1: CALL TO ORDER2: ROLL CALL3: INVOCATION4: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE5: ANNOUNCEMENTS6: PRESENTATIONS1.: The City Council and Watauga Police Department will formally recognize K9 Officer Jordan Cooper for his extraordinary courage and heroic actions while off duty.2.: Presentation of Employee of the Month Award for the month of September.3.: Proclamation for National Senior Center Month.10: PUBLIC COMMENT11: PUBLIC TESTIMONY FOR ACTION ITEMS12: CONSENT AGENDA1.: Consider action to adopt an ordinance approving a negotiated settlement between the Atmos Cities Steering Committee ("ACSC") and Atmos Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division regarding the Company's 2026 Rate Review Mechanism filing; declaring existing rates to be unreasonable; adopting tariffs that reflect rate adjustments consistent with the negotiated settlement; finding the rates to be set by the attac2.: Consider action to approve a Resolution amending the Comprehensive Financial Management Policy Statements.3.: Consider action to approve a Resolution to adopt the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan created by Burgess & Niple Inc.4.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas adopting Written Investment Policies Standards governing the City's investment Practices; adopting Authorized Broker/Dealers list for the City of Watauga; repealing conflicting resolutions; and providing an effective date.5.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga adding Policy 14.05, Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies and Procedures Manual.6.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga revising policies 6.04 Classification and Compensation, 8.02 Vacation Leave, 8.03 Sick Leave, and 18.01 Inclement Weather of the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies in the Procedures Manual.7.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga revising Policies 2.02 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 4.01 Performance Evaluations, 7.02 Workers' Compensation, and 16.01 Employee Safety of the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies and Procedures Manual.8.: Consider action to approve a Resolution designating the Commercial Recorder as the City’s official newspaper.9.: Consider approval of a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas adopting the amended Strategic Plan for the fiscal years 2026-2031; roviding for repeal; providing for severability; providing an effective date.10.: Consider action to approve a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Watauga, Texas and Burgess & Niple, Inc. for the design of Wastewater Upsizing on Storm Drive.11.: Consider approval of additional funding in the amount of $5,712 for other services associated with the previously authorized purchase of the Traffic Signal Preemption Project with Consolidated Traffic Controls.12.: Consider action to declare the items shown on the August 2026 Surplus List as surplus personal property assets of the city approved for sale or disposition.13.: Consider action on approval of the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending July 31, 2026.14.: Approval of an update to the Watauga Public Library Material Selection Policy.15.: Consider action to approve the January 5, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.16.: Consider action on approval of the August 3, 2026 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes.17.: Consider action on approval of the August 3, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.18.: Consider the reappointment of Andra Dunn to Place 2 on the Parks Advisory Board.19.: Consider the appointment of Rebecca Knight to Place 3 on the Library Board.32: PUBLIC HEARINGS34: ACTION ITEMS1.: Z.26-02: Consider action to approve a request for a zoning change from Single-family (SF6) to Planned Development (PD) for single-family homes at the property commonly known as 5900-5901 Ridgecrest Drive, being described as Lot 10 Block 5, and Lot 1 Block 6 of the Ridgecrest Addition-Watauga; and consider action on a final report to allow for six (6) single-family homes. The subject property is lo2.: Consider action on forming a Citizen Engagement Committee. ​37: EXECUTIVE SESSION1.: Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code (Legal Consultation) to consult with the City Attorney regarding correspondence from the US Department of Labor, and to seek legal advice concerning potential legal issues and obligations.39: RECONVENE40: ITEMS OF EXECUTIVE SESSION DELIBERATION1.: Consider action on the executive session item: Consultation with the City Attorney regarding correspondence from the US Department of Labor, and to seek legal advice concerning potential legal issues and obligations.42: ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS43: ADJOURNMENT1.: Z.26-02: Public hearing to receive comments for or against a request for a zoning change from Single-family (SF6) to Planned Development (PD) for single-family homes at the property commonly known as 5900-5901 Ridgecrest Drive, being described as Lot 10 Block 5, and Lot 1 Block 6 of the Ridgecrest Addition-Watauga; and consider action on a final report to allow for six (6) single-family homes. 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2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga City Council Regular Meeting

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36: ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS37: ADJOURNMENT1: CALL TO ORDER2: ROLL CALL3: INVOCATION4: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE5: ANNOUNCEMENTS2.: Presentation of Employee of the Month Award for the month of September.3.: Proclamation for National Senior Center Month.9: PUBLIC COMMENT10: PUBLIC TESTIMONY FOR ACTION ITEMS4.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas adopting Written Investment Policies Standards governing the City's investment Practices; adopting Authorized Broker/Dealers list for the City of Watauga; repealing conflicting resolutions; and providing an effective date.5.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga adding Policy 14.05, Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies and Procedures Manual.7.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga revising Policies 2.02 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 4.01 Performance Evaluations, 7.02 Workers' Compensation, and 16.01 Employee Safety of the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies and Procedures Manual.8.: Consider action to approve a Resolution designating the Commercial Recorder as the City’s official newspaper.9.: Consider approval of a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas adopting the amended Strategic Plan for the fiscal years 2026-2031; roviding for repeal; providing for severability; providing an effective date.10.: Consider action to approve a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Watauga, Texas and Burgess & Niple, Inc. for the design of Wastewater Upsizing on Storm Drive.11.: Consider approval of additional funding in the amount of $5,712 for other services associated with the previously authorized purchase of the<strong> </strong>Traffic Signal Preemption Project with Consolidated Traffic Controls.12.: Consider action to declare the items shown on the August 2026 Surplus List as surplus personal property assets of the city approved for sale or disposition.13.: Consider action on approval of the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending July 31, 2026.14.: Approval of an update to the Watauga Public Library Material Selection Policy.15.: Consider action to approve the January 5, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.16.: Consider action on approval of the August 3, 2026 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes.17.: Consider action on approval of the August 3, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.18.: Consider the reappointment of Andra Dunn to Place 2 on the Parks Advisory Board.19.: Consider the appointment of Rebecca Knight to Place 3 on the Library Board.34: RECONVENE1.: The City Council and Watauga Police Department will formally recognize K9 Officer Jordan Cooper for his extraordinary courage and heroic actions while off duty.6.: Consider action to approve a Resolution of the City Council of Watauga revising policies 6.04 Classification and Compensation, 8.02 Vacation Leave, 8.03 Sick Leave, and 18.01 Inclement Weather of the Personnel, Administration and Financial Policies in the Procedures Manual.
2026-09-14 • WORKSHOP SESSION

City Council Workshop

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2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga City Council Workshop

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2026-09-11 • REGULAR SESSION

Watauga 9/11 Evening Remembrance Ceremony

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2026-09-11 • REGULAR SESSION

Kids Fishin' Derby and Campout

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2026-09-11 • REGULAR SESSION

Watauga 9/11 Morning Remembrance Ceremony

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2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga Library Board Meeting - Canceled

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5: Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates1: Call to order, invocation, and pledge of allegiance2: Citizen presentations and public comments on agenda matters3: Consent agenda: approval of prior meeting minutes, monthly financial statements, and routine licenses4: Public hearing and consideration of municipal zoning amendments, plat approvals, and development agreements7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion8: Executive session: consultation with city attorney and economic development negotiations9: Reconvene in regular session and take final action on items discussed in closed session10: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
2026-08-31 • REGULAR SESSION

Fire Department Lifesaver Award Presentation

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2026-08-27 • REGULAR SESSION

Meet and Confer (Police) Deliberations

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2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION

Eyes On Me Advanced Barber College Ribbon Cuttig

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2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga City Council Regular Meeting

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1: CALL TO ORDER2: ROLL CALL3: INVOCATION4: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE5: ANNOUNCEMENTS6: PRESENTATIONS7: PUBLIC COMMENT8: PUBLIC TESTIMONY FOR ACTION ITEMS4.: Consider action to approve the Watauga Economic Development Staffing Reimbursement Agreement for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.6.: Consider action to approve an Interlocal Agreement for pavement striping between Tarrant County and the City of Watauga.7.: Consider action to approve the August 10, 2026 City Council Workshop Minutes.8.: Consider action to approve the August 10, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.9.: Consider the reappointment of Quincy Adams, Place 2; Mia Whitham, Place 4; and Karen Isbell, Place 6 to the Planning and Zoning Commission.10.: Consider the reappointment of Miranda Keonig, Place 4 and the appointment of Lieutenant James Veralans to Place 2 on the Animal Services Advisory Board.11.: Consider the reappointment of Jan Hill, Place 2 and Lindsey Neal, Place 4 on the Charter Review Commission.12.: Consider the reappointment of Emily Kim, Place 4 and Kristen Chapman, Place 6 to the Library Board.13.: Consider the reappointment of Layla Downey, Place 4 to the Parks Advisory Board.14.: Consider the reappointment of Macy Forrester, Place 7 to the Watauga Economic Development Corporation.15.: Consider the reappointment of Lindsey Neal, Place 2 and Macy Forrester, Place 4 to the Zoning Board of Adjustments.16.: Consider action to approve an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas, appointing an Interim Presiding Judge over the City of Watauga Municipal Court of Record; providing a savings clause; and providing an effective date.33: RECONVENE35: ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS36: ADJOURNMENT5.: Consider action to approve renewal of the Audit Services Agreement with Weaver & Tidwell LLP.3.: Consider action to adopt an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas, adopting the Capital Outlay Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031; providing for repeal; providing a savings clause; and providing an effective date.2.: Consider action to approve amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Classification Plan for the Watauga General Government Employees.1.: Consider action to adopt an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Watauga, Texas, approving the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Service Plan Update and 2026 Assessment Roll for the Park Vista Public Improvement District of the City of Watauga, Texas; providing for repeal; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.
2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga Council Workshop

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2026-08-19 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

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2026-08-13 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga Civil Service Commission Meeting

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2026-08-13 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga Civil Service Commission Meeting - Board Training

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2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Watauga City Council Regular Meeting

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