John Skier

Adoption of 2024 International Codes and 2026 National Electrical Code

Fire department needs no additional training funds; ISO ratings could slip if the city stays two editions behind.

Flooding Response and Resident Recognition

Emergency access gates on Leslie Drive and Norma Lane

Estimated $11,347–$18,000 for the gates, plus concrete work still being quoted.

Police Staffing and Retention

The city pays full academy, equipment, and uniform costs with a two-year post-probation service agreement, and a compensation market study is planned this year.

Outdoor warning siren reliability after regional software upgrade

Tree-Trimming Compliance and Public Safety Access

Unknown cost if the city or a contractor helps residents clear limbs — to be proposed August 24.

Code Compliance Communication Strategy

Abating every violation isn't affordable — liens often never repay the city's mowing costs.

Presiding Municipal Judge Selection

A shared judge could be paid hourly across the three cities; costs will be negotiated by contract.

Texas Night Out set for October 6

Major drug seizure and Flock-camera burglary arrests

Asset forfeiture proceeds (60% to the city) fund restricted one-time police equipment and training purchases.

Arson task force interlocal agreement

No new cost — the city already pays $500 a year in task force dues.

Portable Narcotics Analyzer Grant (Resolution 646-26)

No cost to the city — the grant requires no matching funds.

Substandard property order — 7056 Dover Lane (Case 10175)

Fire department staffing losses

Police Body Armor Grant Awards

No local cost — the grant is 100% funded.

Railroad quiet zone

Quiet-zone safety upgrades can be costly; no figure discussed.

Code enforcement funding

More funding requested for abatement and zero-tolerance enforcement; amount unspecified.

Northeast Fire Department Association Dues and Firefighter Mental Health

Proposed FY26 dues total about $38,184 — roughly $4.40 per resident per year — up from prior years due to the mental health program.

fire chief appointment

The pick itself isn’t a big budget item, but the chief will influence fire department spending and staffing priorities.