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CITY • Montgomery County, TX

City of Willis

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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 62.7/100▼ -1.3 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #740 among Texas Cities • Tier Rank: #132 (TIER 4 SMALL)
Fiscal Restraint
67.2/100
Regulatory Restraint
55.5/100
Debt Burden
65.7/100
Population / Scale
6,964
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.5465
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$19.1M
+4.2% YoY • +38.9% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$19.38M
Official Government PortalCode of Ordinances Portal

Elected & Governing Officials (6)

AN
Ashley Nixon
Councilmember, Place 1
BS
Barney Stone
Councilmember, Place 2
KM
Kaye Maglitto
Councilmember, Place 5
TB
Thomas Belinoski
Councilmember, Place 3
TL
Thomas Luster
Councilmember, Place 4
WB
William Brown
Mayor

Charter & Enabling Framework

City of Willis Home Rule Charter (HOME RULE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF WILLIS)

Official Home Rule Charter of City of Willis Home Rule Charter (HOME RULE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF WILLIS) hosted on American Legal Publishing.

OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Willis Home Rule Charter (HOME RULE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF WILLIS)
Source Repository: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/willis/latest/willis_tx/0-0-0-17
Last Codified Supplement: 2025-06-01

Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+4.2% YoYFreedom Score: 62.7 (C)• Adopted Sep 28, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Willis
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FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($19,062,478) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.546500 per $100 valuation: $0.416500 M&O + $0.130000 I&S) for City of Willis. Source: Montgomery Central Appraisal District 2026 Tax Rate Roll.

Total Appropriation
$19.1M
General Fund
$12.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.4M
Capital Projects
$1.1M
Per Capita
$2,737
Public Safety: $6.2M (33%)
0
Public Works: $5.3M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $2.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5465 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+20.4% YoYFreedom Score: 63.1 (C)• Adopted Sep 16, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-7) — City of Willis
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Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($18,301,150) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.551800 per $100 valuation) for City of Willis.

Total Appropriation
$18.3M
General Fund
$11.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.3M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$2,628
Public Safety: $5.9M (32%)
0
Public Works: $5.1M (28%)
Parks & Culture: $1.0M
Administration: $2.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5518 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 63.5 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Willis
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Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($15,203,350) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.508700 per $100 valuation) for City of Willis.

Total Appropriation
$15.2M
General Fund
$9.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.3M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$2,183
Public Safety: $4.8M (32%)
0
Public Works: $4.1M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.9M
Administration: $1.7M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5087 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.2% YoYFreedom Score: 63.8 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Willis
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Willis (Montgomery County) totaling $14,624,231. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5117 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$14.6M
General Fund
$9.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.3M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$2,100
Public Safety: $4.6M (32%)
0
Public Works: $4.0M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5117 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.3% YoYFreedom Score: 63.9 (C)• Adopted Sep 8, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Willis
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Willis (Montgomery County) totaling $14,176,261. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.5556 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$14.2M
General Fund
$8.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.2M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$2,036
Public Safety: $4.5M (32%)
0
Public Works: $3.9M (27%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5556 / $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$19.06M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.1MPer Capita: $2,737Tax Rate: $0.5465Freedom: 62.7 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2026$18.30M(+20.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.6MPer Capita: $2,628Tax Rate: $0.5518Freedom: 63.1 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2025$15.20M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.5MPer Capita: $2,183Tax Rate: $0.5087Freedom: 63.5 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2024$14.62M(+3.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $2,100Tax Rate: $0.5117Freedom: 63.8 (C)
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FY 2023$14.18M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.8MPer Capita: $2,036Tax Rate: $0.5556Freedom: 63.9 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2022$13.72M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.6MPer Capita: $1,971Tax Rate: $0.5683Freedom: 64 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2021$13.25M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.3MPer Capita: $1,903Tax Rate: $0.579666Freedom: 64.2 (C)
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FY 2020$12.74M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.9MPer Capita: $1,830Tax Rate: $0.583724Freedom: 64.4 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2019$12.29M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.7MPer Capita: $1,765Tax Rate: $0.593647Freedom: 64.6 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2018$11.87M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $1,705Tax Rate: $0.60552Freedom: 64.8 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2017$11.49M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.2MPer Capita: $1,650Tax Rate: $0.604914Freedom: 65 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2016$11.08M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.9MPer Capita: $1,591Tax Rate: $0.607334Freedom: 65.2 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2015$10.69M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.7MPer Capita: $1,534Tax Rate: $0.604905Freedom: 65.5 (C)
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FY 2014$10.28M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.4MPer Capita: $1,475Tax Rate: $0.603695Freedom: 65.7 (C)
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FY 2013$9.91M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.2MPer Capita: $1,423Tax Rate: $0.601884Freedom: 65.9 (C)
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FY 2012$9.57M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.0MPer Capita: $1,374Tax Rate: $0.602486Freedom: 66.2 (C)
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FY 2011$9.23M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.7MPer Capita: $1,325Tax Rate: $0.601884Freedom: 66.4 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2010$8.91M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $1,279Tax Rate: $0.60369Freedom: 66.6 (C)
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FY 2009$8.59M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $1,234Tax Rate: $0.606708Freedom: 66.8 (C)
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FY 2008$8.26M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.1MPer Capita: $1,186Tax Rate: $0.605495Freedom: 67.1 (C)
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FY 2007$8.04M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.0MPer Capita: $1,154Tax Rate: $0.606706Freedom: 67.2 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2006$7.78M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.8MPer Capita: $1,117Tax Rate: $0.603672Freedom: 67.4 (C)
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FY 2005$7.48M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.7MPer Capita: $1,074Tax Rate: $0.601861Freedom: 67.6 (C)
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FY 2004$7.20M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.5MPer Capita: $1,034Tax Rate: $0.599454Freedom: 67.9 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2003$6.99M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $1,004Tax Rate: $0.603051Freedom: 68 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2002$6.76M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $971Tax Rate: $0.603654Freedom: 68.2 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2001$6.56M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.1MPer Capita: $942Tax Rate: $0.609087Freedom: 68.3 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2000$6.37M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.0MPer Capita: $915Tax Rate: $0.60726Freedom: 68.5 (C)
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Active Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations

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Ord. 2026-11 • Code Enforcement & PenaltiesOverreach: 78/100
A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance abandoning and vacating the alleyway adjacent to Lots 1 and 2,
A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance abandoning and vacating the alleyway adjacent to Lots 1 and 2,...
Ord. 2026-13 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
C. Discuss and take action on a n ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending Chapter 54 of the City of
C. Discuss and take action on a n ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending Chapter 54 of the City of...
Ord. 2026-12 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
B. Discuss and take action on a n ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending the Official Zoning Map to
B. Discuss and take action on a n ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending the Official Zoning Map to...
Ord. 2026-10-13-22 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
H. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas, adopting the City of Willis Water
H. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas, adopting the City of Willis Water...
Ord. 2026-10 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
6. ORDINANCES
Enacted by City of Willis in City of Willis - October 13, 2026 on 2026-10-13 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). 6. ORDINANCES...
Ord. 2026-10-13-23 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
I. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas, adopting the City of Willis Drought
I. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas, adopting the City of Willis Drought...
Ord. 2026-10-13-19 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
E. Discuss and take action on amending Section 22 of the Personnel Policy Manual to add Section 22.7, Duty
E. Discuss and take action on amending Section 22 of the Personnel Policy Manual to add Section 22.7, Duty...
Ord. 2026-8 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning
A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning...
Ord. 2026-7 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
5. ORDINANCES
Enacted by City of Willis in City of Willis - September 28, 2026 on 2026-09-28 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). 5. ORDINANCES...
Ord. 2026-6 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
A. Discuss, consider, and take action to adopt by Resolution the 2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate for Maintenance
A. Discuss, consider, and take action to adopt by Resolution the 2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate for Maintenance...
Ord. 2026-7 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
B. Discuss, c onsider , and take action to adopt by Resolution the 2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate for Debt Service,
B. Discuss, c onsider , and take action to adopt by Resolution the 2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate for Debt Service,...
Ord. 2026-09-15-19 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
B. Discuss and take action on a resolution approving and adopting the City of Willis FY 2026-2027 Annual
B. Discuss and take action on a resolution approving and adopting the City of Willis FY 2026-2027 Annual...
Ord. 2026-16 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning Map to
A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning Map to...
Ord. 2026-14 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
B. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending the Official Zoning Map to rezone approximately
B. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending the Official Zoning Map to rezone approximately...
Ord. 2026-15 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
C. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending Chapter 54 of the City of Willis code of Ordinances
C. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending Chapter 54 of the City of Willis code of Ordinances...
Ord. 2026-12 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
6. ORDINANCES
Enacted by City of Willis in City of Willis - September 15, 2026 on 2026-09-15 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). 6. ORDINANCES...
Ord. 2026-13 • Code Enforcement & PenaltiesOverreach: 78/100
A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas abandoning and vacating a certain alleyway located in the Town
A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas abandoning and vacating a certain alleyway located in the Town...
Ord. 2026-09-09-1 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
1. Call to order the regular meeting
Enacted by City of Willis in City of Willis - September 09, 2026 on 2026-09-09 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). 1. Call to order the regular meeting...
Ord. 2026-16 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
A. Discuss and take action on a final plat for Moran Ranch Section 11, a subdivision of 3.3440 acres in the
A. Discuss and take action on a final plat for Moran Ranch Section 11, a subdivision of 3.3440 acres in the...
Ord. 2026-21 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
F. Discuss and take action on approving a joint public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission on
F. Discuss and take action on approving a joint public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission on...
Ord. 2026-08-18-17 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
B. Discuss and take action on approving a resolution adopting the City of Willis Investment Policy
B. Discuss and take action on approving a resolution adopting the City of Willis Investment Policy...
Ord. 2026-13 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
6. ORDINANCES
Enacted by City of Willis in City of Willis - August 18, 2026 on 2026-08-18 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). 6. ORDINANCES...
Ord. 2026-18 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
C. Discuss and take action on accepting the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate and the Voter-Approval Tax Rate for
C. Discuss and take action on accepting the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate and the Voter-Approval Tax Rate for...
Ord. 2026-14 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning Map to rezone certain real property
A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning Map to rezone certain real property...
Ord. 2026-14 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
6. ORDINANCES
Enacted by City of Willis in City of Willis - July 21, 2026 on 2026-07-21 (Roll-Call Vote: 6-0). 6. ORDINANCES...

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)

UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03

May 2025 City of Willis Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 899 (19.0% of 4,735 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Councilmember, Place 3
Thomas Belinoski WINNER
100.0% (791 votes)
Councilmember, Place 4
Thomas Luster WINNER
100.0% (791 votes)
Councilmember, Place 1
Ashley Nixon WINNER
100.0% (791 votes)
Councilmember, Place 5
Kaye Maglitto WINNER
100.0% (791 votes)
Mayor
William Brown WINNER
100.0% (791 votes)
Councilmember, Place 2
Barney Stone WINNER
100.0% (791 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06

May 2023 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,042 (22.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
56.0% (584 votes)
David C. Morales
44.0% (458 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07

May 2022 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 994 (21.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
72.0% (716 votes)
Michael R. Vance
28.0% (278 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01

May 2021 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,137 (24.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
67.0% (762 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
33.0% (375 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02

May 2020 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 994 (21.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
60.0% (596 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (398 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04

May 2019 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,279 (27.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
65.0% (831 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
35.0% (448 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05

May 2018 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,089 (23.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
70.0% (762 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
30.0% (327 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06

May 2017 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,089 (23.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
66.0% (719 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (370 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07

May 2016 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 710 (15.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
69.0% (490 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
31.0% (220 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02

May 2015 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,326 (28.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
71.0% (941 votes)
David C. Morales
29.0% (385 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03

May 2014 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,184 (25.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
57.0% (675 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (509 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04

May 2013 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 852 (18.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
67.0% (571 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
33.0% (281 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05

May 2012 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 994 (21.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
61.0% (606 votes)
Michael R. Vance
39.0% (388 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07

May 2011 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,137 (24.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
72.0% (819 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (318 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01

May 2010 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 947 (20.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
57.0% (540 votes)
David C. Morales
43.0% (407 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02

May 2009 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 947 (20.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
67.0% (634 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
33.0% (313 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03

May 2008 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 805 (17.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
57.0% (459 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
43.0% (346 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05

May 2007 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 758 (16.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
67.0% (508 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
33.0% (250 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06

May 2006 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 710 (15.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
55.0% (391 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (319 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07

May 2005 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,137 (24.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
60.0% (682 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (455 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01

May 2004 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,421 (30.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
55.0% (782 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (639 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03

May 2003 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,089 (23.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
66.0% (719 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
34.0% (370 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04

May 2002 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,421 (30.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
70.0% (995 votes)
David C. Morales
30.0% (426 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05

May 2001 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 852 (18.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
57.0% (486 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
43.0% (366 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06

May 2000 City of Willis Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 758 (16.0% of 4,736 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
William Brown WINNER
62.0% (470 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (288 votes)

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2026-10-13 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - October 13, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
8: 5. CONSENT AGENDA1: N. Bell Street, Willis, Texas, at which time the following subjects will be discussed, to-wit:2: 1. Call to order the regular meeting3: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation4: 3. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING5: A. Public hearing to hear comments on the rezoning of approximately 1.6736 acres of real property known as6: 4. CITIZENS INQUIRY7: A. Public Comments9: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting s: September 15, 2026, September 16, 2026, and September14: 7. NEW BUSINESS15: A. Report from Waste Management on garbage collection16: B. Discuss and take action on cast ing the City ’s vote for the Region 14 Director of the Texas Municipal League17: C. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas authorizing the selection of a18: D. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas , authorizing the selection of an20: F. Discuss and take action on proposed signage for the City Water Tower, including consideration of installing21: G. Discuss and take action on the development and implementation of an Emergency Water Outage and Boil24: 8. REPORTS25: A. Engineer ’s Report26: 1. TxDOT Monument Signs27: 2. WWTP PER28: B. City Manager ’s Report29: 1. Update on New Business Opening Information30: 2. Update on upcoming Community Events31: 3. Update on meetings, events, and community engagements happening throughout October for Mayor32: 9. AJOURN23: I. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas, adopting the City of Willis Drought22: H. Discuss and take action on a Resolution of the City of Willis, Texas, adopting the City of Willis Water19: E. Discuss and take action on amending Section 22 of the Personnel Policy Manual to add Section 22.7, Duty10: 6. ORDINANCES11: A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance abandoning and vacating the alleyway adjacent to Lots 1 and 2,12: B. Discuss and take action on a n ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending the Official Zoning Map to13: C. Discuss and take action on a n ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending Chapter 54 of the City of
2026-09-28 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - September 28, 2026

2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - September 16, 2026

2026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - September 15, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. PUBLIC HEARING4: A. Public hearing to hear comments on the FY 2026-2027 Budget5: 4. CITIZENS INQUIRY6: A. Public Comments7: 5. CONSENT AGENDA8: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, August 18, 20269: B. Approval of Accounts Payable10: C. Financial Statements11: D. Approval of Tax Collection Reports17: 7. NEW BUSINESS18: A. Discuss, consider, and take action, if necessary, regarding the City’s use of Flock Safety cameras and20: C. Discuss and take action on a resolution approving the Montgomery County Emergency Communication21: D. Discuss and take action on an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Willis and Montgomery County22: E. Discuss and take action on the release of the performance bonds for The Woodland Hills Section 4823: F. Discuss, consider, and take action to cast the City of Willis’s ballot for the municipalities’ representative24: 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION25: A. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas26: 1. 12323 Interstate 45 N27: 2. Letter from Untied Casualty and Surety Insurance Company regarding Houston and Sons28: 9. REPORTS29: A. Engineer’s Report30: 1. Plan reviews31: 2. Emergency vehicle turnarounds on dead end streets32: 3. Road rehabilitations33: B. City Manager’s Report34: 1. City Council October meeting date change35: 2. Update on City Hall improvements36: 10. AJOURN12: 6. ORDINANCES13: A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas abandoning and vacating a certain alleyway located in the Town14: B. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending the Official Zoning Map to rezone approximately15: C. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas amending Chapter 54 of the City of Willis code of Ordinances16: A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning Map to19: B. Discuss and take action on a resolution approving and adopting the City of Willis FY 2026-2027 Annual
2026-09-09 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - September 09, 2026

2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - August 18, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: N. Bell Street, Willis, Texas, at which time the following subjects will be discussed, to-wit:2: 1. Call to order the regular meeting3: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation4: 3. CITIZENS INQUIRY5: A. Public Comments6: 4. CONSENT AGENDA7: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, July 2, 2026 , and July 21, 20268: B. Approval of Accounts Payable9: C. Financial Statements10: D. Approval of Tax Collection Reports11: 5. BUDGET WORKSHOP12: A. Budget FY 2026-202715: 7. NEW BUSINESS19: D. Discuss and vote on the proposed tax rate, and schedule a public hearing, if necessary, for September 16,20: E. Discuss and take action on setting a public hearing for September 15, 2026, to hear public comments on22: 8. REPORTS23: A. Engineer ’s Report24: 1. DRRP Grant25: 2. WSIG Grant26: 3. H-GAC Grant27: B. City Manager ’s Report28: 1. TAS Inspection Report – Public Works/Animal Shelter Inspection29: 2. Archery Buildings – Supplemental charges to Canopy Project at Public Works Yard30: 9. AJOURN17: B. Discuss and take action on approving a resolution adopting the City of Willis Investment Policy13: 6. ORDINANCES14: A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the official Zoning Map to rezone certain real property16: A. Discuss and take action on a final plat for Moran Ranch Section 11, a subdivision of 3.3440 acres in the18: C. Discuss and take action on accepting the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate and the Voter-Approval Tax Rate for21: F. Discuss and take action on approving a joint public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission on
2026-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - July 21, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. CITIZENS INQUIRY4: A. Public Comments5: B. Meador Library6: 4. CONSENT AGENDA7: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, June 16 , 20268: B. Approval of Accounts Payable9: C. Financial Statements10: D. Approval of Tax Collection Reports11: E. Consider and accept Excess Collections for 2025 Debt Service and Certification for Debt Service Collection12: 5. BUDGET WORKSHOP13: A. Budget FY 2026-202715: A. Discuss and consider approval of an o rdinance regarding the City of Willis ’ Texas Municipal Retirement16: 7. NEW BUSINESS17: A. Discuss the recycling collection and municipal solid waste service options proposed by Waste20: D. Discuss and take action on the renewal of the City ’s employee health and benefits through the TX Health21: E. Discuss and take action on a resolution casting the City of Willis vote for a candidate to serve on the San22: F. Discuss and take action on a resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Texas General23: G. Discuss and take action on a resolution designating authorized signatories for contractual documents,24: H. Discuss and take action on a Resolution accepting a $1,500.00 donation from Barsh Towing for the benefit25: I. Discuss and take action on the release of the performance bonds for The Woodland Hills Section26: J. Discuss and take action on removing members from the Parks, Clean City, and Recreation Commission27: K. Discuss and take action on appointment to the vacancy on the Willis Community Development Corporation28: L. Discuss and take action on approval of an application for a Fireworks Display submitted by Willis ISD29: 8. REPORTS30: A. Engineer ’s Report31: 1. DRRP Grant32: 2. WSIG Grant33: B. City Manager ’s Report34: 1. Report Regarding TMLIRP funding for the Police Department ’s Best Practices Accreditation35: 2. Report Regarding City Hall Improvements36: 9. AJOURN18: B. Discuss and take action regarding a request from Conroe Willis Club, Inc. to waive applicable platting fees,14: 6. ORDINANCES19: C. Discuss and take action on a final plat for OHS Willis Reserves, a subdivision of 3.822 acres situated in
2026-07-02 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - July 02, 2026

2026-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - June 16, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
44: 10. AJOURN1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND RELATED ACTION ITEMS4: A. Public hearing regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 206 1st Street, Willis, Texas 773785: B. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 206 1st6: C. Public hearing regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 104 E. Libby Circle, Willis, Texas7: D. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 104 E.8: E. Public hearing regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 117 Runnels Street, Willis, Texas9: F. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 11710: G. Public hearing regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 400 Golden Street, Willis, Texas11: H. Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding a substandard and unsafe structure located at 40012: 4. CITIZENS INQUIRY13: A. Public Comments14: B. Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center - Blood Drive, July 1, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.15: 5. CONSENT AGENDA16: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, May 19, 202617: B. Approval of Accounts Payable18: C. Financial Statements – January – May 202619: D. Approval of Tax Collection Reports20: 6. BUDGET WORKSHOP21: A. Budget FY 2026-202722: 7. ORDINANCES24: 8. NEW BUSINESS25: A. Presentation and discussion regarding the delinquent property tax collection report from Perdue Brandon26: B. Discuss and take action on approval of an application for a Fireworks Display submitted by Abundant Life27: C. Discuss and take action to approve the Willis Community Development Corporation Budget for FY 2026-35: 9. REPORTS36: A. Engineer’s Report37: 1. Downtown Sanitary Sewer Reroute38: 2. Worsham Street Widening39: 3. Smoke Testing40: B. City Manager’s Report41: 1. Report regarding a potential agreement with Willis Independent School District for the Willis Police42: 2. Report regarding Entergy Street Lights43: 3. Report regarding highlighting the City of Willis in the ICMA TV Broadcast at the 2026 ICMA28: D. Discuss and take action on a final plat for The Woodland Hills Section 41, being 25.366 acres out of the31: G. Discuss and take action to approve amendments to Section 4.5 Overtime and Compensatory Time of the34: J. Discuss and take action to approve amendments to Section 9: Sick Leave of the City of Willis Personnel23: A. An Ordinance regarding the City of Willis’ Texas Municipal Retirement System Benefits (1) Authorizing29: E. Discuss and take action on a final plat for Moran Ranch Section 11, a subdivision of 3.3440 ac res in the30: F. Discuss and take action on a final plat for the City of Willis Church Street Dedication, a subdivision of33: I. Discuss and take action to approve amendments to Section 7: Holidays of the City of Willis Personnel32: H. Discuss and take action to approve amendments to Section 6: Vacation Leave of the City of Willis Personnel
2026-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - May 19, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. CITIZENS INQUIRY4: A. Public Comments5: B. Recognition of Officer McCord and Martinez’s Promotion to Sergent6: 4. CONSENT AGENDA7: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, April 21, 20268: B. Approval of Accounts Payable9: C. Financial Statements – November-December 202510: D. Approval of Tax Collection Reports14: 6. NEW BUSINESS19: K. Henderson Survey, Abstract 24820: E. Discuss and take action of a request for installation and use of a water well for On Time Truck Stop21: F. Discuss and take action on a contract award for FM 1097 West Lift Station Upsizing rebid22: G. Discussion regarding potential changes to employee and City contribution rates for the Texas Municipal23: H. Discuss and take action on a Professional Services Agreement with TXP, Inc for services related to the24: I. Discuss and take action on a Resolution regarding nominating a candidate for appointment to the26: 7. REPORTS27: A. Engineer’s Report28: 1. Well No. 7 Rehab18: D. Discuss and take action on a final plat for The Woodland Hills Section 48, being 33.455 acres out of the F.29: 2. Worsham Street Widening30: 3. Longstreet Widening31: B. City Manager’s Report32: 1. Report regarding the Sales Tax Allocation for May 202633: 2. Report regarding the Pine Circle Park Improvements34: 3. 2026 City of Willis V olunteer Appreciation Dinner, June 12, 202635: 8. AJOURN11: 5. ORDINANCES12: A. Discuss and take action on an Ordinance authorizing participation with other Entergy service area cities in17: C. Discuss and take action on a Subdivision Plat Agreement for the Woodland Hills Section 48, being 33.45513: B. Discuss and take action on a n Ordinance adopting updated Technically Based Local Limits (TBLLs) for25: J. Discuss and take action regarding approval of an additional parade permit for the month of October 202616: B. Discuss and take action on a replat for Chuys 6119, a subdivision of 2.200 Acres, situated in the F.K.15: A. Discuss and take action on a final plat for Moran Ranch Mavis Discount Tire, a subdivision of 0.9868 of
2026-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - April 21, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. CITIZENS INQUIRY4: A. Public Comments5: B. Recognition of Officer McCord’s Promotion to Sergent6: C. Recognition of Officer of the Quarter7: 4. PROCLAMATION8: A. Proclamation recognizing the Alleykat Bowling Team9: 5. CONSENT AGENDA10: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, February 17, 202611: B. Approval of Accounts Payable – March 202612: C. Financial Statements - October 202513: D. Approval of Tax Collection Reports19: 7. NEW BUSINESS20: A. Discuss and take action on the approval of the Modified Cash Basis Audit Report and the Annual24: E. Discuss and take action on the proposed cost structure for water supply and infrastructure grant from Public25: F. Discuss and take action on a resolution for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority 2027 City of26: G. Discuss and take action on a resolution authorizing Professional Service Provider selection for Community27: H. Discuss and take action on a Resolution authorizing Engineering and design Services for Community28: I. Discuss and take action on a request from Conroe-Willis Club, Inc., a non-profit organization, for a waiver29: J. Discuss and take action on reappointments to the Willis Community Development Corporation for terms31: 8. REPORTS32: A. Engineer’s Report33: 1. Water Plant No. 4 Elevated Storage Tank34: 2. Worsham Street Widening35: B. City Manager’s Report36: 1. Report regarding the theft at the Public Works Yard37: 9. EXECUTIVE SESSION38: A. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas39: 1. Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters):40: B. Reconvene into open session and take action, if necessary, from executive session41: 10. AJOURN15: A. An Ordinance authorizing participation with other Entergy service area cities in matters concerning Entergy16: B. An Ordinance adopting updated Technically Based Local Limits (TBLLs) for Wastewater discharges in14: 6. ORDINANCES23: D. Discuss and take action on Change Order No. 1 from Experts Underground Solutions for the Downtown18: B. Consider approval an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas repealing and replacing and replacing Chapter22: C. Discuss and take action on Subdivision Plat Agreement for The Woodland Hills Section 4530: K. Discuss and take action on removing certain current members of the Willis Zoning Board of Adjustments17: A. Consider approval of a n ordinance of the City of Willis, closing, vacating and abandoning an alley and21: B. Discuss and take action on a final plat for Cannan Place and Camp Creek Apartments, a subdivision of
2026-03-26 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - March 26, 2026

2026-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - March 17, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. CITIZENS INQUIRY4: A. Public Comments5: 4. CONSENT AGENDA6: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, February 17, 20267: B. Approval of Accounts Payable and Financial Statements8: C. Approval of Tax Collection Reports12: 6. NEW BUSINESS14: B. Discuss and take action on a contract award for FM 1097 West Lift Station Upsizing project15: C. Discuss and take action on Proposal for Engineering services from Bleyl Engineering for 1.4916: D. Discuss and take action on proposed compensation adjustments for the City of Willis Police17: 7. REPORTS18: A. Engineer’s Report19: 1. Lone Star GCD Jasper Permit Amendment20: B. City Manager’s Report21: 1. Report regarding street projects22: 2. Report regarding Worsham Street23: 3. Report on the TML Small Town Conference May 21-22, 202624: 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION25: A. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to the following sections of the26: 1. Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters):27: B. Reconvene into open session and take action, if necessary, from executive session28: 9. AJOURN9: 5. ORDINANCES11: B. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas repealing and replacing and replacing Chapter 15210: A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, closing, vacating and abandoning an alley and authorizing the13: A. Discuss and take action on a final plat for The Woodlands Hills Section 45, being 11.665 acres out
2026-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - February 17, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. CITIZENS INQUIRY4: A. Public Comments5: B. Recognition of Citizen s6: 4. CONSENT AGENDA7: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, January 20, 20268: B. Approval of Accounts Payable9: C. Approval of Tax Collection Reports12: 6. NEW BUSINESS13: A. Discuss and take action on a contract award for West Worsham Street Widening Project14: B. Discuss and take action on Contract award for Downtown Sanitary Sewer Reroute project15: 7. REPORTS16: A. Engineer ’s Report17: 1. Little County Line Lift Station18: 2. Comcast Waterline19: 3. MS4 Permit20: B. City Manager ’s Report21: 1. Report regarding Church Street Completion22: 2. Report regarding acceptance of Investment Policy Certification of Distinction granted by23: 3. Report regarding Improvements to the city facilities24: 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION25: A. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to the following sections of the26: 1. Section 551.072 (Deliberation Regarding Real Property27: 2. Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters):28: 9. AJOURN11: A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the City ’s Code of ordinances related to10: 5. ORDINANCES
2026-01-20 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Willis - January 20, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
6: A. Public Comments1: 1. Call to order the regular meeting2: 2. Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation3: 3. PUBLIC HEARING5: 4. CITIZENS INQUIRY7: B. Officer recognition8: 5. CONSENT AGENDA9: A. Consider the minutes of the previous meeting, December 16, 202510: B. Approval of Accounts Payable and Financial Statements11: C. Approval of Tax Collection Reports15: 7. DEDICATION OF MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS16: A. Dedication of the City of Willis, City Hall – 501 West Montgomery17: B. Dedication of the City of Willis, Police Department – 200 N Bell Street18: C. Dedication of the City of Willis, Public Works/Animal Shelter – 13586 Rogers Road19: 8. NEW BUSINESS20: A. Report – Waste Management Quarterly Update21: B. Discuss and consider approval of a resolution approving submission of a grant application to the22: C. Discuss and consider approval of a resolution approving submission of a grant application to the23: D. Discuss and consider approval of a resolution approving placing a plaque at the City of Willis, City24: E. Discuss and consider approval of a resolution approving placement of a plaque at the City of Willis25: F. Discuss and consider approval of a resolution approving placement of a plaque at the City of Willis27: H. Discuss and consider approval of a Recommendation of Award for the Demolition Ground Storage28: I. Discuss and consider approval of a termination of construction contract with Houston and Sons,29: 9. REPORTS30: A. Engineer’s Report31: 1. Sanitary Sewer Smoke Testing32: 2. Downtown Sanitary Pipe Bursting33: 3. Downtown Sanitary Relocation34: 4. FM 1097 W Lift Station Improvements35: 5. Worsham St Widening26: G. Discuss and consider approval on Change Order No. 2 for Water Plant No. 4 Elevated Storage36: B. City Manager’s Report37: 1. Racial Profiling Report38: 2. Water Well Update39: 3. Sign for Willis Public Works/Animal Shelter Building, City Hall, and Police Department40: 4. Willis Sewer Plant Update41: 10. ADJOURN14: A. Discuss and take action on an ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, extending the boundaries of13: A. An ordinance of the City of Willis, Texas, amending the City’s Code of ordinances related to12: 6. ORDINANCES4: A. Public hearing to hear comments on an ordinance amending the City’s code of ordinances related
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