Kathleen Belanger
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- Meetings spoken in
- 14
- Total speaking time
- 1:02:56
- Avg per meeting
- 4:30
- Segments
- 1161
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Top issues during term (20)
FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Property Tax Impact
The tax rate of $0.57166 will result in an estimated property tax impact of $947.79 on a median homestead valued at $165,796.
zoning change
The developer and property owner stand to make more money by squeezing six homes onto land that usually wouldn't fit them, while boosting local property tax rolls.
Lanana Creek Trail North Bridge Construction
The project will cost an amount not to exceed $90,000 funded through community services and parks allocations.
Regional Intergovernmental Coordination
Fleet Management Centralization
The proposed plan aims to be cost-neutral in the first year while providing long-term savings through better resale values.
Airport Business Plan
Financial impact is currently unspecified pending consultant proposals and contract scoping.
Manufactured Housing Zoning Compliance
Minimal, primarily involving administrative costs for mapping and monitoring.
Hazard Mitigation Planning
The project is supported by a $100,000 grant from the Texas General Land Office.
NEDCO Annual Luncheon Quorum Notice
Possible Quorum Notice for Mayoral Reception
Vehicle Fleet Management Modernization
Estimated savings of at least $770,000 over the first 10 years of the program.
Regional Water Planning Contract with Plummer Associates
Associated with professional planning services and regional water development grants.
Convention and Visitors Bureau FY 2026-27 Budget and Agreement
Funded by hotel occupancy taxes projected at approximately $797,500.
Wastewater Infrastructure Upgrades
The Summer Hill project costs $671,363.00, significantly impacting the remaining bond fund balance.
Industrial Energy Storage Zoning
The ordinance establishes a framework for future development, though specific costs will be borne by applicants.
public safety surveillance
Taxpayers are footing the bill for this new tech, so we should expect to see these costs reflected in future city budget allocations.
municipal policy and infrastructure
You'll likely see your tax dollars at work in the construction costs for the new station, plus potential permit or compliance fees for local businesses.
Economic Development Fund Management
Proper management of this fund ensures that tax dollars are being used effectively for city growth.
Manufactured Housing Zoning Compliance
The city will incur costs associated with administrative updates and potential future infrastructure demands.
City leadership transition
A leadership search could cost the city thousands in recruitment fees and potential salary adjustments for a new hire.
Decisions during term (193)
Recorded while Belanger was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Approval of CVB Professional Services Agreement
Approval of CVB FY 2026-27 Annual Budget
Consider approving the minutes from the City Council meetings on September 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026.
Consider an Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Texas State University and the City of Nacogdoches to conduct controlled buy/stings of tobacco.
Consider approval of purchase of a Mid-Size Excavator for the Utility Construction Division from Associated Supply Company, Inc., utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract No. 011723-HTI, in the amount of $189,580.46.
Consider approval of purchase of a Small Forklift for the Streets & Fleet Division from Associated Supply Company, Inc., utilizing BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Contract No. 788-25, in the amount of $44,500.00.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Items 5A-C, 5E)
Lanana Creek Trail North Bridge Contract (Item 5D)
Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Budget (Item 6B)
Ratification of Property Tax Revenue Increase (Item 6C)
Adoption of Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate (Item 6D - Action 1)
Adoption of Interest and Sinking Tax Rate (Item 6D - Action 2)
Adoption of Total Tax Rate (Item 6D - Action 3)
Consider approving the minutes from the City Council workshop meetings on August 17, 2026, and August 18, 2026, as well as the regular Council meeting held on August 18, 2026. (City Secretary)
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Consent Agenda (Items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, 5.E, 5.F)
Item 5.D: Texas Water Development Board Contract for Region I Water Plan
Item 6.A: Postpone FY27 Budget Action
Item 6.B: Enterprise Fleet Management Agreements
Voting record (1)
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