Council rejects Zoning Ordinance Amendment for 311 E. Stan Schlueter Loop (PH-26-035), 0–2

Approval of Emergency Water Repair Ratification

8 yes, 0 no

David Bass (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Anthony Kendrick (yes), Beverly Ann Williams (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Mellisa Brown (yes), Joseph Solomon (yes)

Zoning Ordinance Amendment for 1002 Medical Drive (PH-26-036)

8 yes, 0 no

Anthony Kendrick (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Beverly Ann Williams (yes), David Bass (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes), Joseph Solomon (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Mellisa Brown (yes)

Axon Enterprise Agreement

8 yes, 0 no

Beverly Ann Williams (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Anthony Kendrick (yes), David Bass (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes), Mellisa Brown (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Joseph Solomon (yes)

EMS Interlocal Agreement with Bell County

8 yes, 0 no

Mellisa Brown (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Joseph Solomon (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes), David Bass (yes), Beverly Ann Williams (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Anthony Kendrick (yes)

Zoning Ordinance Amendment for 311 E. Stan Schlueter Loop (PH-26-035)

0 yes, 2 no

Mellisa Brown (no), Debbie Nash-King (no)

Change Order No. 1 for Building Projects

8 yes, 0 no

Joseph Solomon (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Mellisa Brown (yes), David Bass (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes), Anthony Kendrick (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Beverly Ann Williams (yes)

Table Economic Development Policy Readoption

8 yes, 0 no

Joseph Solomon (yes), Mellisa Brown (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Beverly Ann Williams (yes), Anthony Kendrick (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes), David Bass (yes)

Appointment of Interim City Manager

8 yes, 0 no

Mellisa Brown (yes), Jessica Gonzalez (yes), Joseph Solomon (yes), Beverly Ann Williams (yes), Debbie Nash-King (yes), Anthony Kendrick (yes), David Bass (yes), Charles F. Kimble (yes)

Appointment of Dr. Marie Peoples as City Manager

0 yes, 1 no

Mellisa Brown (no)

Master Marketing Agreement with Verta Wireless

0 yes, 1 no

Mellisa Brown (no)

Zoning Ordinance Amendment for 4008 E. Stan Schlueter Loop (PH-26-034)

0 yes, 1 no

Mellisa Brown (no)

MN-26-028 Consider Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of July 21, 2026.

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-029 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of July 23, 2026.

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-030 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of July 28, 2026.

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-031 Consider Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of August 4, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-032 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of August 18, 2026.

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-033 Consider Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of August 18, 2026.

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-034 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of August 25, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-035 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of September 1, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-036 Consider Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of September 1, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-037 Consider Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of September 15, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-038 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Workshop of September 22, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

MN-26-039 Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of September 23, 2026

7 yes, 1 no

RS-26-149 Consider a memorandum/resolution approving a Cooperative Purchase Agreement with 120Water, a subcontractor of Abernethy Schwartz Partners LLC, dba BlueConduit, for the lead and copper program services, in the total amount of…

7 yes, 0 no

RS-26-150 Consider a memorandum/resolution awarding RFQ-26-31, to AtkinsRéalis for design services at Goodnight Ranch Community Park, in the amount of $371,200.

7 yes, 1 no

RS-26-151 Consider a memorandum/resolution awarding RFP 26-29 to PlayCore Wisconsin, Inc. d/b/a GameTime C/O Cunningham Recreation for Conder & Marlboro Park improvements in the amount of $528,664.08.

7 yes, 1 no

RS-26-152 Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the procurement of fleet vehicles and equipment in the amount of $7,107,275.46

7 yes, 1 no

RS-26-153 Consider a memorandum/resolution granting an electric utility easement to Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, for the Lift Station No. 6 Rehabilitation and Expansion Project.

7 yes, 1 no

RS-26-154 Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing Contract Amendment No. #3 with Freese and Nichols, Inc, for the design of a new 12” waterline for the Chaparral Road Widening Project, in the amount of $57,670.00.

7 yes, 1 no

RS-26-155 Consider a memorandum/resolution establishing a public hearing date of November 17, 2026, regarding an update and amendment of the City’s Water and Wastewater Impact fees and associated Land Use Assumptions and Capital…

7 yes, 1 no

DS-26-090 Discuss Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers in Killeen

7 yes, 0 no

DS-26-091 Discuss City Cemetery Expansion

7 yes, 0 no

DS-26-093 Discuss potential land purchase of KISD property for the purpose of affordable housing

7 yes, 0 no

Suspend Two-Time, Two-Minute Rule

5 yes, 2 no

Motion of Direction on Data Center Ordinance

6 yes, 1 no

Z26-17

311 East Stantillator Loop, Suite 208

Request to rezone 0.030 acres from B-5 (Business District) to B-C-1 (General Business and Alcohol Sales District).

still pending

Z26-16

4008 East Stantillator Loop, Suites 104 and 105

Request to rezone 0.043 acres from B-3A (Local Business and Retail Alcohol Sales) to B-5 (Business District).

still pending

La Mer Addition Phase Two Rezone

311 East Stan Schlueter Loop, Suite 208

Requested rezoning from B-5 to B-C-1 for a lounge.

denied (5-2) · still denied

Morris & Goode Addition Rezone (701-709 East Avenue G)

701, 703, 705, 707, and 709 East Avenue G, Killeen, Texas

Rezoned 0.67 acres from B-3 to R-3A for an emergency shelter and transitional housing program.

approved (7-0) · still approved

Walnut Creek Estates Phase Six Rezone

Northwest of White Willow Court and South Fort Hood Street, Killeen, TX

Rezone 4.88 acres from Agricultural District to Local Business District.

Discussed — no decision yet

1002 Medical Drive Rezoning (Case #Z26-18)

1002 Medical Drive

Request to rezone 0.67 acres from B-3 (Local Business District) to R-3A (Multifamily Apartment Residential District).

still pending

Michalk-Wright Addition Rezone

4008 East Stan Schlueter Loop, Suites 104-105

Rezoned 0.043 acres from B-3A to B-5 for a commercial suite.

approved (6-1) · still approved

Short-Term Rental Regulations and Tax Collection

Staff presented proposed changes to streamline short-term rental registrations by removing inspection hurdles, aiming to boost hotel occupancy tax collections.

What it means: Short-term rental property owners and the city's tourism revenue funds.

Data Center Zoning Standards

The council and planning commission debated how to regulate data centers to protect local water and power resources while avoiding overly restrictive rules that might drive away investment. Ultimately, the council directed staff to draft an ordinance using strict performance stipulations.

What it means: Technology firms and industrial developers seeking predictable regulatory pathways.

P&Z and City Council Alignment and Joint Collaboration

Elected officials and planning commissioners are meeting to get on the same page regarding city growth, priorities, and communication channels. Better alignment helps prevent conflicts between planning recommendations and final council votes.

What it means: City staff, developers, and residents who benefit from a more predictable and efficient planning process.

Zoning Ordinance Amendments for Data Centers and Short-Term Rentals

The city is reviewing new rules to manage the growth of data centers and properly regulate short-term rentals in neighborhoods. These updates will shape how commercial tech infrastructure and lodging businesses operate across Killeen.

What it means: Local residents seeking neighborhood preservation from short-term rentals, and industry stakeholders looking for clear data center guidelines.

City Manager Transition

The council is voting on appointing Dr. Marie Peoples as the new City Manager and acknowledging the retirement of Interim City Manager Kent Cagle. This leadership change will shape the administrative direction of city government.

What it means: City administration and residents benefit from stable, permanent executive leadership.

Affordable Housing and Infill Development on Arlee Street

The council will discuss potentially purchasing KISD property for affordable housing development during an executive session. This could help address local housing needs.

What it means: Families seeking affordable housing options in Killeen.

Police Department Technology Upgrade and Staffing

The city approved a massive 10-year, $21 million contract with Axon for body cameras, tasers, license plate readers, and automated drone dock systems. While officials highlighted public safety benefits and fast response times, residents raised privacy and data security concerns.

What it means: Costs $21.1 million over 10 years, with payment increases deferred until 2029.

City Manager Selection and Appointment

Dr. Marie Peoples was appointed as Killeen's new city manager following a nationwide search. The decision sparked community debate regarding her compensation package, contract terms, and past tenure.

What it means: Sets a base salary of $260,000 plus relocation, vehicle allowance, and benefit provisions.

Proposed Homeless Shelter Rezoning

Council approved rezoning a property on Medical Drive to R-3A with staff conditions to allow an emergency shelter and transitional housing program. Neighbors and nearby school representatives voiced concerns about security and proximity to children.

What it means: Unhoused individuals seeking temporary housing and rehabilitation programs.