On the agenda: Corsicana meeting — Flock camera (Apr 27)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

April 27, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers - Government Center
200 North 12th Street - Corsicana, Texas 75110
1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3.

INVOCATION

4.

MINUTES
Consider approving the Minutes for the City Council Regular Session of April 13, 2026.

5.

PUBLIC FORUM

6.

PUBLIC HEARINGS
a.
Receive public input regarding the creation and designation of the proposed
Reinvestment Zone No. 26-01 pursuant to Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code;
designating an authorized representative to act in all matters; and designating a
liaison to act on all matters pertaining to the property development and tax
abatement zone.
b.

7.

ORDINANCES
a.
Consider the creation and designation of proposed Reinvestment Zone 26-01
pursuant to Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code; designating an authorized
representative to act in all matters; and designating a liaison to act on all matters
pertaining to the property development and tax abatement zone. PAGE 13
b.

8.

Receive public input regarding amending Chapter 1, General Provisions, of the
City Code of Ordinances to add Article 1.4500, East Neighborhood Historic
Committee Created.

Consider amending Chapter 1, General Provisions, of the City Code of
Ordinances to add Article 1.4500, East Neighborhood Historic Committee
Created. PAGE 19

RESOLUTIONS
a.
Consider declaring certain property as surplus and authorizing the City Manager
to execute sale, trade, donation, or disposal of said property. PAGE 21
b.

Consider authorizing the City Manager to submit an application for funding to the
Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority for Fiscal Year 2027 concerning
motor vehicle theft prevention. PAGE 24

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c.

Consider approving a Development Agreement between the City of Corsicana and
The Humane Society of Navarro County.
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9.

APPOINTMENTS
Confirm the Mayor’s appointment to various boards and commissions.

10.

REPORTS and PRESENTATIONS
a.
Presentation from the Corsicana Housing Authority regarding operations, reports,
and housing opportunities.
b.

Financial Update.

11.

MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor/Council/City Manager

12.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Council will recess into closed or executive session to
receive attorney’s advice on legal matters pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas
Government Code, to deliberate on certain matters concerning real property pursuant to
Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code, to deliberate on personnel matters
pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, and to discuss economic
development negotiations pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code.

13.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION: The Council will consider and act upon items
discussed under Executive Session, as necessary.

14.

ADJOURN

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ITEM NO. 4
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Minutes

Comments:
Consider approving the Minutes for the City Council Regular Session of April 13, 2026.

Recommendation: Approve the Minutes as printed.

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CITY OF CORSICANA
COUNTY OF NAVARRO
STATE OF TEXAS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026
The City of Corsicana, Texas City Council met in a Regular Session on Monday, April 13, 2026,
in the Corsicana Government Center Council Chambers, 200 N. 12th Street, Corsicana, Texas. The
meeting was open to the public. Public participation was available by live broadcast on the City’s
website, and by telephone or teleconference.
City Council Members Present:
Joe Hill
Mayor
Jim Pannell
Council Member, Precinct One
Shayla Johnson
Council Member, Precinct Two
Chris Woolsey
Council Member, Precinct Three
Jeff Smith
Mayor Pro Tem and Council Member, Precinct Four
City Staff Present:
Jim Holgersson
Terry Jacobson
John Boswell
Ronnie McGaha
Jason Beard
Darwin Myers
Allie Hocutt
Marcie Rosson

City Manager
Attorney
Asst. City Manager for Community and Economic Development
Assistant Police Chief
Environmental Services Director
Engineering Director
Human Resources/Civil Service Director
City Secretary

Mayor Hill called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
After the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Mav Venable, an invocation was given by Pastor Jay Fraze
of First Methodist Church.
Approval of Minutes:
The motion was made by Council Member Johnson and seconded by Council Member Pannell to
approve the minutes of the City Council Regular Session of March 23, 2026. The motion passed
5-0.
Public Forum:
Chris Woolsey – Introduced Elementary student Mav Venable and presented a Certificate of
Recognition for leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
Shayla Johnson – Presented the seventh and eighth grade student members of the Amazing Shake
team and congratulated them on their accomplishments at the Ron Clark Academy in
Atlanta, Georgia.

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Ken Higdon – 120 North 12th – Spoke about the Chamber of Commerce’s Shred Day on April 22,
2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and the Legislative Luncheon on April 28, 2026.
Mayor Hill and Jim Holgersson – Congratulated the staff responsible for the renovations of the
Council Chambers and the Government Center lobby.
Public Hearings:
There were no Public Hearings.
Ordinances:
There were no Ordinances.
Resolutions:
Resolution No. 4617 (approved)
Presented by Engineering Director, Darwin Myers
The motion was made by Council Member Johnson and seconded by Council Member Smith that
Resolution No. 4617, consider authorizing the City of Corsicana’s designation of authorized
signatories for the 2025 Texas Community Development Block Grant program, grant agreement
number CDV25-0358 be approved. The motion passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION 4617
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORSICANA, TEXAS AUTHORIZING THE
CITY OF CORSICANA, REPRESENTATIVES IN MATTERS PERTAINING TO THE CITY'S
PARTICIPATION IN THE 2025 TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Corsicana desires to develop a viable community, including decent
housing and a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low-tomoderate income; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary and in the best interests of the City of Corsicana to participate in the Texas
Community Development Block Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Corsicana is committed to compliance with federal, state, and
program rules, including the current TxCDBG Project Implementation Manual.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORSICANA TEXAS:
That the City Council directs and designates the following to act in all matters in connection with any grant
application and the City of Corsicana's participation in the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program:

• The City Manager and Mayor shall serve as the City of Corsicana‘s Chief Executive Officer and Authorized
Representative to

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o execute a grant application and any subsequent contractual documents, and
o certify environmental review documents between the Texas Department of Agriculture and the City of
Corsicana, and

o certify the Payment Request form and/or other forms required for requesting funds to reimburse project
costs, and

o be assigned the role of Authorized Official in the TDA-GO grant management system.
• In addition, to the above designated officials, should any grant be funded the Finance Director is authorized to
o certify the Payment Request form and/or other forms required for requesting funds to reimburse project
costs,

o prepare and submit other financial documentation, and
o be assigned the role of Project Director or Payment Processor in the TDA-GO grant management
system.

PASSED and APPROVED by majority vote of the City Council of the City of Corsicana, Texas, on this 13th
day of April, 2026.

Resolution No. 4618 (approved)
Presented by Engineering Director, Darwin Myers
The motion was made by Council Member Woolsey and seconded by Council Member Pannell
that Resolution No. 4618, consider authorizing adoption of the required Texas Community
Development Block Grant Civil Rights policies, be approved. The motion passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION 4618

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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORSICANA, TEXAS, APPROVING
ADOPTION OF REQUIRED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CIVIL RIGHTS POLICIES.
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, Texas, (hereinafter referred to as “City of Corsicana”) has been awarded
TxCDBG funding through a TxCDBG grant from the Texas Department of Agriculture (hereinafter referred to as
“TDA”); and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with Section 109 of the Title I of the Housing and Community
Development Act. (24 CFR 6); the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 U.S.C. 6101-6107); and Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794) and for construction contracts greater than $10,000, must take actions to
ensure that no person or group is denied benefits such as employment, training, housing, and contracts generated by the
CDBG activity, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in consideration for the receipt and acceptance of federal funding for the
Contract, agrees to comply with all federal rules and regulations including those rules and regulations governing citizen
participation and civil rights protections; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of
1968, as amended, and 24 CFR Part 75, is required, to the greatest extent feasible, to provide training and employment
opportunities to lower income residents and contract opportunities to businesses in the TxCDBG project area; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with Section 104(1) of the Housing and Community Development
Act, as amended, and State’s certification requirements at 24 CFR 91.325(b)(6), must adopt an excessive force policy
that prohibits the use of excessive force against non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and

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WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with Executive Order 13166, must take reasonable steps to ensure
meaningful access to services in federally assisted programs and activities by persons with limited English proficiency
(LEP) and must have an LEP plan in place specific to the locality and beneficiaries for each TxCDBG project; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, does not
discriminate on the basis of disability and agrees to ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities have access to
programs and activities that receive federal funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with Section 808(e)(5) of the Fair Housing Act (42 USC
3608(e)(5)) that requires HUD programs and activities be administered in a manner affirmatively to further the policies
of the Fair Housing Act, agrees to conduct at least one activity during the contract period to affirmatively further fair
housing; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, in accordance with the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Reauthorization
Act of 2022, to ensure that no local nuisance or crime-free ordinances must not result in penalties or eviction for victims
of domestic violence and/or violent crimes; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana, agrees to maintain written standards of conduct covering conflicts of interest
and governing the actions of its employees engaged in the selection, award and administration of contracts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORSICANA,
TEXAS, that:
THE CITY OF CORSICANA ADOPTS THE FOLLOWING:
1. Citizen Participation Plan and Grievance Procedures (Form A1013);
2. Excessive Force Policy (Form A1003);
3. Fair Housing Policy (Form A1015);
4. [If Grant Recipient employs 15 or more employees], Section 504 Policy and Grievance Procedures (Form A1004);
and
5. Code of Conduct Policy (Form A1002).
The City of Corsicana affirms its commitment to:
6. Ensuring the right to seek law enforcement and/or emergency assistance as documented in the Violence Against
Women Act Certification (Form A1025).
The City of Corsicana affirms its commitment to conduct a project-specific analysis and take all appropriate action
necessary to comply with program requirements for the following:
7.
8.
9.

Section 3 economic opportunity;
Limited English Proficiency; and
Activity to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing choice.

PASSED and APPROVED by majority vote of the City Council of the City of Corsicana, Texas, on this 13th day
of April, 2026.

Executive Session:
Mayor Hill recessed the meeting into closed or executive session at 6:35 p.m. to receive
attorney’s advice on legal matters pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code,
to deliberate on certain matters concerning real property pursuant to Section 551.072 of the
Texas Government Code, to deliberate on personnel matters pursuant to Section 551.074 of the
Texas Government Code, and to discuss economic development negotiations pursuant to

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Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code.
Return to Open Session:
Mayor Hill called the meeting back to Open Session at 6:57 p.m.

Adjourn:
There being no further business, Mayor Hill declared the meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m.
Attested This, the 27th day
of April 2026

Attested This, the 27th day
of April 2026

City Secretary

Mayor

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ITEM NO. 5
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Public Forum

Comments:

Recommendation: No action required.

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ITEM NO. 6A-B
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Public Hearings

Comments: N/A
a.

Receive public input regarding the creation and designation of the proposed
Reinvestment Zone No. 26-01 pursuant to Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code;
designating an authorized representative to act in all matters; and designating a liaison to
act on all matters pertaining to the property development and tax abatement zone.

b.

Receive public input regarding amending Chapter 1, General Provisions, of the City
Code of Ordinances to add Article 1.4500, East Neighborhood Historic Committee
Created.

Recommendation: N/A

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ITEM NO. 7A
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Ordinance Designating Reinvestment Zone 26-01

Comments: In order for certain financial incentives to be extended to a company in consideration
for development or redevelopment, the real property must first be designated by the local leading
taxing jurisdiction as a Reinvestment Zone.
The area of the proposed Reinvestment Zone 26-01 consists of approximately 94.90 acres, more
or less, in the John W. Williams Survey 4000 W. 2nd Ave (former State Home) in the City of
Corsicana, Navarro County, Texas.
Reinvestment Zone No. 26-01 would be designated for the purpose of creating the proper
economic and social environment to induce the investment of private resources in the productive
business enterprises located in areas of the City and to provide employment to residents of the
City. It would be reasonably likely, as a result of the designation, to contribute to the retention or
expansion of primary employment or to attract major investment in the Reinvestment Zone that
would contribute to the economic development of the municipality.

Recommendation:

Consider Ordinance designating Reinvestment Zone No. 26-01.

MOTION:
I MOVE TO (APPROVE/DENY) THE ORDINANCE DESIGNATING REINVESTMENT
ZONE NUMBER 26-01.

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ORDINANCE NO. _______
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORSICANA,
TEXAS,
TO
CREATE
AND
DESIGNATE
REINVESTMENT ZONE 26-01 PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 312,
TEXAS TAX CODE; DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE TO ACT IN ALL MATTERS; DESIGNATING
A LIAISON TO ACT ON ALL MATTERS PERTAINING TO THE
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND TAX ABATEMENT ZONE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Corsicana, Texas (the “City”) desires to
promote the development of a certain area within its jurisdiction by designating it a reinvestment
zone; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to create the proper economic and social
environment to induce the investment of private resources in productive business enterprises
located in areas of the City and to provide employment to residents of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to promote the development or redevelopment of a
certain geographic area within its jurisdiction by the creation of a reinvestment zone for
commercial/industrial reinvestment, as authorized by the Property Redevelopment and Tax
Abatement Act, Chapter 312, Texas Tax Code (the “Act”); and
WHEREAS, the City held a public hearing on April 27, 2026, after publishing notice of
such hearing, and giving written notice to all taxing units overlapping the territory inside the
proposed reinvestment zone; and
WHEREAS, the City at such hearing invited any interested person, or his attorney, to
appear and contend for or against the creation of the reinvestment zone, whether all or part of the
territory described in the ordinance calling such hearing should be included in such proposed
reinvestment zone, and considered the concept of tax abatement; and
WHEREAS, by the approval of Resolution 4566 on July 28, 2025, the City has approved
Tax Abatement Guidelines, Criteria and Policies; and stating intent to participate in tax abatement;
and
WHEREAS, it is the belief of the City Council that the premises do not include any
property that is owned or leased by a member of the City Council or by a member of the City of
Corsicana Planning and Zoning Commission or any other board or commission of the City having
responsibility for the approval of the agreement. The parties recognize, and understand, that any
property so owned is excluded by law from the property tax abatement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OR
CORSICANA, TEXAS, THAT:

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SECTION 1.
FINDINGS OF CITY COUNCIL
The City Council, after conducting such hearings and having heard such evidence and
testimony, has made the following findings and determinations based upon the testimony presented
to it:
A. That a public hearing on the adoption of the reinvestment zone has been properly called,
held and conducted and that notices of such hearings have been published as required
by law and delivered to all taxing units overlapping the territory inside the proposed
reinvestment zone; and
B. That the boundaries of the reinvestment zone should be approximately 94.90 acres as
described and depicted in the attached Exhibit “A, and B”; and
C. That creation of the reinvestment zone for commercial/industrial tax abatement with the
boundaries as described in Exhibit “A, and B” will result in benefits to the City and to
the land included in the zone, the improvements sought are feasible and practical, and
would be a benefit to the land included in the reinvestment zone after the expiration of
an agreement entered into under Section 312.204 of the Act; and
D. That the reinvestment zone defined in Exhibit “A, and B” meets the criteria for the
creation of a reinvestment zone as set forth in Section 312.201 of the Act; and
E. That it would reasonably be likely, as a result of the designation, to contribute to the
retention or expansion of primary employment or to attract major investment in the
reinvestment zone that would contribute to the economic development of the
municipality.
SECTION 2.
Pursuant to the Act, the City hereby creates a reinvestment zone for commercial/industrial
tax abatement encompassing the approximately 94.90 acres as described and depicted in Exhibit
“A, and B” attached hereto and the reinvestment zone is hereby designated and shall hereafter be
designated as Reinvestment Zone Number 26-01, City of Corsicana, Texas.
SECTION 3.
The City Council hereby declares that, upon designation of the reinvestment zone, the City
may provide, on a case-by-case basis, tax abatement incentives in accordance with the Act and the
Guidelines, Criteria and Policies for the City of Corsicana, Texas.
SECTION 4.
The City Council directs and designates its City Manager as the City’s authorized
representative to set all matters pertaining to the nomination and designation of the area describes
herein as a reinvestment zone.
SECTION 5.
The City Council further directs and designates the Economic Development Director of the
City of Corsicana, Texas, as liaison for communication with the Texas Department of Economic

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Development to oversee reinvestment zone activities and communications with applicable
businesses.
SECTION 6.
This Ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage.
SECTION 7.
This Ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of
Corsicana, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the
provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are
hereby repealed.
SECTION 8.
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses,
sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance are severable and, if any phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph or section of this Ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid
judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect
any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this Ordinance, since
the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this Ordinance
of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section.
SECTION 9.
The zone shall take effect on the effective date of this Ordinance and shall be in effect for
five (5) years from that date, unless a longer period is authorized by law.
PASSED and APPROVED on this 27th day of April, 2026.

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Joe Hill, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Marcie Rosson, City Secretary

APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________________
Kerri Anderson Donica, City Attorney

EXHIBITS ATTACHED:
A
Legal Description
B
Aerial Map of Property
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EXHIBIT A
Legal Description

Corsicana Block 816 Lot NE PT 944.883 acres. Also known as 4000 W. 2nd Avenue, Corsicana,
Texas 75110.

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Exhibit B

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ITEM NO. 7B
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Amendment to Chapter 1, General Provisions
East Neighborhood Historic Committee Created

Comments: A proposed revision to Chapter 1, General Provisions, adds Article 1.4500, East
Neighborhood Historic Committee Created. The proposed addition shall read as follows:
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
ARTICLE 1.4500 EAST NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORIC COMMITTEE CREATED
There is hereby created the East Neighborhood Historic Committee for the purpose of planning,
studying, and advocating for the preservation and history of the East Neighborhood, and for
developing and carrying out efforts to improve the overall quality and character of the
neighborhood. The Committee shall be composed of seven (7) members, plus ex-officio nonvoting members. Appointments to the Committee will be made by the Mayor, subject to
confirmation by a majority of the City Council. The terms of four (4) members of the East
Neighborhood Historic Committee shall expire on the first day of May in odd-numbered years.
The terms of three (3) members of the Committee shall expire on the first day of May in evennumbered years.
Any member who is absent three (3) or more times per year (from the date of appointment) or
absent two (2) consecutive meetings, without just cause, shall be considered as having resigned
and shall be replaced by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council for the unexpired term.
Any absence approved by the Committee shall not be counted. Nothing herein shall be
misconstrued to subvert any authority, expressed or implied of the Mayor and City Council to
remove any committee member for just cause. By-laws shall be developed and approved by the
City Manager and may not be amended except with Council approval.
Recommendation: Approve amendment to Chapter 1, entitled General Provisions, of the City
Code of Ordinances to add Article 1.4400, East Neighborhood Historic Committee Created.

MOTION:
I MOVE TO (APPROVE/DENY) AMENDING CHAPTER 1, GENERAL PROVISIONS,
OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ADD ARTICLE 1.4500, EAST
NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORIC COMMITTEE CREATED.

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ORDINANCE NO. __________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORSICANA, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 1, ENTITLED GENERAL
PROVISIONS, OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ADD
ARTICLE 1.4500, EAST NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORIC COMMITTEE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Corsicana,
Texas, that Chapter 1, entitled General Provisions, of the City Code of Ordinances be amended to
add Article 1.4500, providing for the creation of the East Neighborhood Historic Committee and
shall read as follows:
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
ARTICLE 1.4500 EAST NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORIC COMMITTEE
There is hereby created the East Neighborhood Historic Committee for the purpose of planning,
studying, and advocating for the preservation and history of the East Neighborhood, and for
developing and carrying out efforts to improve the overall quality and character of the neighborhood.
The Committee shall be composed of seven (7) members, plus ex-officio non-voting members.
Appointments to the Committee will be made by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by a majority of
the City Council. The terms of four (4) members of the East Neighborhood Historic Committee shall
expire on the first day of May in odd-numbered years. The terms of three (3) members of the
Committee shall expire on the first day of May in even-numbered years.
Any member who is absent three (3) or more times per year (from the date of appointment) or absent
two (2) consecutive meetings, without just cause, shall be considered as having resigned and shall be
replaced by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council for the unexpired term. Any absence
approved by the Committee shall not be counted. Nothing herein shall be misconstrued to subvert
any authority, expressed or implied of the Mayor and City Council to remove any committee member
for just cause. By-laws shall be developed and approved by the City Manager and may not be
amended except with Council approval.
PASSED and APPROVED this 27th day of April, 2026.

Joe Hill, Mayor
ATTEST:
Marcie Rosson, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kerri Anderson Donica, City Attorney

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ITEM NO. 8A
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Declare Surplus Property

Comments: The attached listing of property is no longer of value to the City of Corsicana.
The resolution requests that the property be declared as surplus property authorizing sale, trade,
donation, or disposal.

Recommendation: Declare the property on the attached Exhibit “A” as surplus authorizing
sale, trade, disposal, or donation.

MOTION:
I MOVE TO (APPROVE/DENY) THE PROPERTY ON THE ATTACHED EXHIBIT “A”
AS SURPLUS PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
SALE, TRADE, DISPOSAL, OR DONATION OF SAID PROPERTY.

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RESOLUTION NO. __________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORSICANA, TEXAS, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY AS
SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE DISPOSAL OF SAID PROPERTY.

and

WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana desires to alleviate the City of said surplus property;

WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana desires to dispose of the surplus property listed on the
attached Exhibit “A”.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CORSICANA, TEXAS, that the City declares the attached Exhibit “A” as surplus
property and authorizes the City Manager to execute sale, trade, donation, or disposal of said
property.
PASSED and APPROVED by majority vote of the City Council of the City of
Corsicana, Texas this 27th day of April, 2026.

ATTEST:

___________________________________
Joe Hill, Mayor

Marcie Rosson, City Secretary

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Kerri Anderson Donica, City Attorney

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ITEM NO. 8B
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Authorize an Application for Funding be summitted to the Motor Vehicle
Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) concerning the Catalytic Converter
Theft Prevention Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2027

Comments: The Corsicana Police Department is requesting approval for the City Manager to
submit an application for funding to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Program (MVCPA)
concerning the Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Program.
The MVCPA awards financial grants to agencies in an effort to raise public awareness of vehicle
theft and burglary and implement education and prevention initiatives to combat motor vehicle
crimes.
Items that the grant funds may be used to purchase are ten (10) Flock cameras, one (1) speed
trailer with a camera, and VIN etching equipment.
The proposed resolution designates the City Manager as the Authorized official to accept,
decline, modify, or cancel the grant application for the MVCPA and other necessary documents
concerning the grant. The resolution also designates the Assistant Police Chief as the Program
Director, and the City’s Finance Director as the Financial Officer concerning the grant.
Recommendation: Approve authorizing the City Manager to submit an application for
funding to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority.

MOTION:
I MOVE TO (APPROVE/DENY) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT
AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE CRIME
PREVENTION AUTHORITY.

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RESOLUTION NO. __________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORSICANA, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING TO THE MOTOR
VEHICLE CRIME PREVENTION AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR
2027 CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT PREVENTION.
WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Texas Transportation Code Chapter 1006 and
Texas Administrative Code Title 43; Part 3; Chapter 57, entities are eligible to receive grants
from the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority to provide financial support to law
enforcement taskforces and agencies for economic motor vehicle theft, including catalytic
converter theft; and
WHEREAS, this grant program will assist this jurisdiction to combat catalytic converter
theft; and
WHEREAS, the City of Corsicana has agreed that in the event of loss or misuse of the
grant funds, the City of Corsicana agrees and assures that the grant funds will be returned in full
to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CORSICANA, TEXAS, and ordered that the City Manager is designated as the
Authorized Official to apply for, accept, decline, modify, or cancel the grant application for the
Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant Program and all other necessary documents to
accept said grant; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assistant Police Chief is designated as the
Program Director, and the Finance Director is designated as the Financial Officer for this grant.
PASSED and APPROVED by majority vote of the City Council of the City of
Corsicana, Texas, this 27th day of April, 2026.

Joe Hill, Mayor
ATTEST:
Marcie Rosson, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kerri Anderson Donica, City Attorney

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ITEM NO. 8C
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Resolution approving a Development Agreement with The Humane Society
of Navarro County.

Comments: The attached Resolution approves a Development Agreement with The Humane
Society of Navarro County, which includes the conveyance of property.
This Development Agreement requires the Humane Society to construct a 2,500 square foot animal
services building.
Recommendation: Consider the Development Agreement between the City of Corsicana and
The Humane Society of Navarro County.

MOTION:
I MOVE TO (APPROVE/DENY) THE RESOLUTION FOR A DEVLOPMENT
AGREEMENT WITH THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF NAVARRO COUNTY.

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RESOLUTION NO. __________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORSICANA, TEXAS,
APPROVING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORSICANA, TEXAS AND THE HUMANE
SOCIETY OF NAVARRO COUNTY, AND ITS ASSIGNEES OR NOMINEES, FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY, AND
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION BY THE MAYOR; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council has been presented a proposed development project between the
City of Corsicana, Texas and The Humane Society of Navarro County, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization,
and its assignees or nominees, providing for certain improvements, a copy of which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by reference (hereinafter called “AGREEMENT”); and
WHEREAS, upon full review and consideration of the AGREEMENT, and all matters attendant
and related thereto, the City Council is of the opinion that the terms and conditions thereof should be
approved, and that the Mayor shall be authorized to execute it on behalf of the City of Corsicana;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORSICANA, TEXAS:
Section 1.
The terms and conditions of the proposed AGREEMENT, having been reviewed
by the City Council of the City of Corsicana and found to be acceptable and in the best interest of the City
of Corsicana and its citizens, are hereby in all things approved.
Section 2.
The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the AGREEMENT and all other
documents in connection therewith on behalf of the City of Corsicana, substantially according to the terms
and conditions set forth in the AGREEMENT.
Section 3.

This Resolution shall become effective from and after its passage.

PASSED and APPROVED on this the 27th day of April, 2026.

ATTEST:

Joe Hill, Mayor

____________________________________
Marcie Rosson, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________________
Kerri Anderson Donica, City Attorney

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STATE OF TEXAS

§

COUNTY OF NAVARRO

§
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT

This Development Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into by and between the City of
Corsicana, Texas, a home rule city and municipal corporation of Navarro County, Texas, acting herein by
and through its Mayor and hereinafter referred as OWNER and Humane Society of Navarro County, a
501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and its assignees or nominees, and hereinafter referred to as
DEVELOPER.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, the OWNER owns land near Drane Road and N. 45th Street, commonly referred to
as the State Home Property; and
WHEREAS, the site is located in a Reinvestment Zone; and
WHEREAS, the DEVELOPER intends to develop approximately 0.39 acres of land and construct
a 2,500 square foot animal services building; and
WHEREAS, in order to maintain and/or enhance the well-being of the Corsicana area to the long
term interest and benefit of the City of Corsicana, it is in the best interest of the taxpayers for the City of
Corsicana to enter into this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the contemplated use of the Property, the contemplated Improvements to the Property
in the amount as set forth in this Agreement, and the other terms hereof are consistent with encouraging
development of the Reinvestment Zone; and
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits and promises contained herein and
for good and other valuable consideration, the adequacy and receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the
parties hereto do mutually agree as follows:
I.
DEFINITIONS
Whenever used in this Agreement, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them:
1.1
“Event of Bankruptcy or Insolvency” means the dissolution or termination of a party’s existence
as a going business, insolvency, appointment of receiver for any part of a party’s property and such
appointment is not terminated within ninety (90) days after such appointment is initially made, any general
assignment for the benefit of creditors, or the commencement of any proceeding under any bankruptcy or
insolvency laws by or against such party and such proceeding is not dismissed within ninety (90) days after
the filing thereof.
1.2
“Force Majeure” means any contingency or cause beyond the reasonable control of OWNER
including, without limitation, acts of God or the public enemy, war, riot; civil commotion, insurrection,

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adverse weather, governmental or de facto governmental action (unless caused by acts or omissions of
OWNERS), fires; explosions or floods, and strikes.
1.3
Other terms defined elsewhere in this Agreement shall have the meanings therein ascribed to those
terms.
II.
DEVELOPER’S OBLIGATIONS
2.1
The property to be the subject of this Agreement shall be the property described herein in
Exhibits “A” and “B” consisting of approximately 0.39 acres of land (the “Property”).
2.2
For the purposes of fulfilling this Agreement, the DEVELOPER shall make improvements to the
Property. The project shall include the construction of an approximately 2,500 square foot animal services
building including the required site work, storm water pollution prevention, streets, drainage, sewer, water,
utilities, and platting/zoning/permitting fees needed to complete the project.
2.3
As good and valuable consideration for this Agreement, DEVELOPER agrees and covenants that
it will diligently and faithfully pursue the completion of the Improvements in a good and workmanlike
manner. DEVELOPER further covenants and agrees that all construction of the Improvements and use of
the Property will be in accordance with all applicable State and local laws, codes, and regulations (or valid
waiver thereof).

III.
OBLIGATION OF THE OWNER
3.1
Upon the Effective Date of this Agreement, the City Manager is authorized to execute a Sale
Agreement for the Property at an agreed upon price.
IV.
TERM OF THE AGREEMENT
4.1
The term of this Agreement (the “Term”) shall begin with the Effective Date and continue until the
issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
V.
DEFAULT; REMEDIES
5.1
In the event that (a) DEVLOPER fails to begin construction of the Improvements by January 1,
2027 for which this Property is being conveyed subject to extension of such time period(s) as a result of
events of Force Majeure; (b) DEVELOPER has an Event of Bankruptcy or Insolvency (as defined in
Paragraph 1.2); (c) DEVELOPER otherwise fails to comply with any of the terms, conditions, or obligations
of this Agreement DEVELOPER shall be in default of this Agreement.
5.2
In the event of default under Section 5.1. this agreement will be terminated. If the PROPERTY
has already been conveyed, DEVELOPER will return the PROPERTY to OWNER.

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VI.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
6.1
The City of Corsicana represents and warrants that the Property does not include any property that
is owned by a member of the City Council approving, or having responsibility for the approval of this
Agreement.
6.2
The terms and conditions of the Agreement are binding upon the successors and permitted assigns
of all parties hereto. This Agreement may not be assigned by DEVELOPER without the prior written
consent of the OWNER, such consent to be at the sole discretion of the OWNER; provided, however, that
upon written notice to the OWNER, DEVELOPER may assign its rights under this Agreement to another
affiliate or subsidiary of DEVELOPER, subject to DEVELOPER remaining liable for all of its obligations
hereunder.
6.3
It is understood and agreed between the parties that the DEVELOPER, in performing its obligations
hereunder, is acting independently, and the OWNER assume no responsibility or liability in connection
therewith to third parties and DEVELOPER agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the OWNER therefrom.
It is further understood and agreed among the parties that the OWNER, in performing its obligations
hereunder, is acting independently, and the DEVELOPER assumes no responsibility or liability in
connection therewith to third parties and the OWNER agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the
DEVELOPER therefrom.
6.4
Notices required to be given to any party to this Agreement shall be given personally or by certified
mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, addressed to the party at its address set forth below, and
given by mail, shall be deemed delivered as of the date personally delivered or three days after deposit in
the United States mail:
For OWNERS by notice to:
City of Corsicana, Texas
Attention: City Manager
Corsicana Government Center
200 North 12th Street
Corsicana, Texas 75110
For DEVELOPER by notice to:
Any party may change the address to which notices are to be sent by giving the other party written notice
in the manner provided in this Section 6.5.
6.5
This Agreement constitutes the entire and final expression of the agreement of the parties hereto
with respect to the subject matter hereof. This Agreement can be modified or amended only by a written
agreement executed by both parties.
6.6
If either party commences an action against the other party arising out of or in connection with this
Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover from the other party reasonable attorneys’ fees
and costs of suit.
6.7
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its choice of
law rules. This Agreement is performable in Navarro County, Texas. Exclusive venue for any litigation
related to, or arising out of, this Agreement shall lie in Navarro County, Texas.

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6.8

In this Agreement, time is of the essence.

6.9
This Agreement may be executed simultaneously in two or more counterparts, each of which shall
be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
6.10
This Agreement was authorized by resolution of the City Council at its regularly scheduled meeting
on the _____ day of _______, 2026, authorizing the Mayor to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City
6.11
This AGREEMENT was entered into by DEVELOPER on the _____ day of _____________, 2026,
pursuant to authority granted by its members.
6.12
This AGREEMENT shall constitute a valid and binding agreement between the OWNERS and
DEVELOPER when executed in accordance herewith as of the Effective Date set forth below.
Witness our hands this _____ of _____________, 2026 (the “Effective Date”).
APPROVED:
City of Corsicana

Jor Hill, Mayor
ATTEST:

Marcie Rosson, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Kerri Anderson Donica, City Attorney
DEVELOPER:
By:

EXHIBITS ATTACHED:
“A”
Survey and Description of Property
“B”
Overhead Map of Property

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EXHIBIT B
(Overhead Map of the Property)

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ITEM NO. 9
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Appointments/Miscellaneous Business

Comments: Attached is a list identifying the Mayor’s appointments to various boards and
commissions. Names of those appointed are highlighted on the attached list.

Recommendation: Confirm the Mayor’s appointments to various boards and commissions.

MOTION:
I MOVE TO (APPROVE/DENY) THE MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS AS STATED.

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CITY OF CORSICANA
ADVISORY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
MAY 2026 APPOINTMENTS
Airport Advisory Board - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of eight (8) members, five (5) of
which shall be residents of the City of Corsicana, two (2) of which shall be ex-officio members
residing within Navarro County, outside the City of Corsicana, and one (1) ex-officio member
who shall be the Airport Manager. Ex-officio members shall be non-voting members. This
board was established to study and recommend to the City Council steps and procedures to
realize immediate and long-range goals for the maintenance and improvement of the Corsicana
Municipal Airport.
Jeff Smith
Bill Lynch
Brad Tekell
John Boswell
Haskell Dighton

2028
2027
2028
2027
2027

County Ex officio Members:
Josh Wallen
2028
Joel Champlin
2028
Airport Manager: Terry Franks

Airport Board of Adjustment - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of five (5) members. Appointed
by Airport Zoning Board to serve as an appeals board to hear and decide appeals from any
order, requirement, decision or determination made by the City Manager in the enforcement of
the Airport Zoning Ordinance.
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Airport Zoning Board – Five (5) Year Term - Composed of five (5) members; two (2)
appointed by the City Council and two (2) appointed by Navarro County Commissioners Court.
The fifth member shall be elected by a majority of the members appointed by the City and
County and shall serve as Chairman of the Board. This board shall have the powers and exercise
the duties as prescribed by state law in regulating and restricting the height of structures and
objects of natural growth, and otherwise regulating the use of property in the vicinity of the
Corsicana Municipal Airport by creating the appropriate zones and establishing the boundaries
thereof.
Chairman (vacant)
Joel Champlin
Dr. Dave Campbell

2028
2028

County Appointments:
Bobby Grantham
Mark Jones

2031
2031

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Library Board - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of nine (9) members, one (1) member being the
Mayor. This board is appointed by the City Council to serve as the liaison between the
Corsicana Public Library and the community it serves.
Linda Gober
Whitney Watson
Pat Spiller
Judy Johnson
Alternates:

2028
2028
2028
2028

Belinda Burkhart
Linda Denbow

Sharon Goodman
Angie Ferguson White
Jim Hulme
Barbara Phillips
2027
2027

2027
2027
2027
2027

Mayor (9th Member)

Planning & Zoning Commission - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of seven (7) members, all
residents of the City of Corsicana and owning real property therein. It is the function of the
Planning & Zoning Board to hold a public hearing on any application for any amendment or
change to the Zoning Ordinance prior to making its recommendation and report to the City
Council.
Joe Carpenter
Daniel Owen
Jake Griggs
Alternates:

2028
2028
2028

Matthew Streit
Mark Jordan
Ronny Willis
Phillip Seely

VACANT
VACANT

2027
2027
2027
2027

2027
2027

Parks and Recreation Commission - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of five (5) members. It is
the duty of the Parks and Recreation Commission to make recommendations to the City Council
concerning park and recreational activities within the City and to solicit private donations to
assist in funding park improvements.
Penny Liggins
Rick Newton

2028
2028

Rhonda Sinclair
Kay Hable (Chairperson)
Linda Cross

2027
2027
2027

Zoning Board of Adjustment - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of five (5) members and two (2)
alternate members. Functions as an appeal board. Responsible for holding public hearings and
making determinations where it is alleged there is error on any order, requirement, decision or
determination made by the Building Official in the enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance.
Doug Woolsey
Dairy Johnson
Alternates:

2028
2028

Patti Taylor
VACANT

2027
2027

Ronny Willis
Courtney Neiman
Lowell Dunn

2027
2027
2027

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Electrical Board - Two (2) Year Term - Consists of five members selected as follows: two (2)
master electricians; one (1) general contractor; one (1) person from TU Electric who shall rotate
once each year; and one (1) member who, in the opinion of the City Council, is qualified,
through education and practical experience, to perform the duties of a board member. This board
makes recommendations and suggestions for the improvement, enforcement and administration
of the Electrical Code. Adopts rules, regulations and policies for examination and reexamination of applications for issuance of electrical licenses. Also acts as an appeals board in
settling differences arising from code interpretation by the electrical inspector and any permit
holder.
Farid Ebadian
Mark Bryson
Jayne Rose (Oncor Rep)

2028
2028
2027

VACANT
VACANT

2027
2027

Animal Services Board – Two (2) Year Term – Composed of seven (7) members: one (1) City
representative; one (1) County representative; two (2) Humane Society members; one (1)
veterinarian; and two (2) members at-large. Serves as an advisory group to the City Manager for
the purpose of assessing and making recommendations for the efficient operation of the
Corsicana Animal Shelter.
Chris Woolsey (City)
Jim Carroll (County)
Julie Maupin (Humane Society)
Terry McElroy (Humane Society)
Alternate:

Rodney Coppock

2028
2028
2028
2028

VACANT (Veterinarian)
Missy Drees
Marsha Longo (at-large)

2027
2027
2027

2027

Film Corsicana Committee – Two (2) Year Term – Composed of seven (7) members: at least
one (1) member of the Corsicana Main Street staff; one (1) permanent member of the Navarro
Council of Arts; two (2) members within the area of expertise; and three (3) members at-large.
Members shall be resident citizens, City employees, or business owners in the City. The
Committee will serve in an advisory capacity to the Council and shall perform such other duties
as the City Council may prescribe by ordinance or resolution.
Todd Jones (Area of Expertise)
Guy Chapman
Lauren Bedsole
VACANT (Area of Expertise)
VACANT
Julie Mitchell
VACANT

Permanent
Permanent
2027
2027
2027
2028
2028

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Main Street Advisory Committee – Two (2) Year Term – Composed of eleven (11) members
serving two-year terms: one (1) permanent member of the Corsicana Main Street staff; one (1)
permanent member of the Navarro Council of Arts; two (2) members that own downtown
businesses; and seven (7) members at-large. The duty of the committee is to work
collaboratively with the Main Street and Tourism Director to encourage downtown revitalization
and create a work plan following the National Main Street four point approach of Economic
Vitality, Design, Organization, and Promotion.
Amy Tidwell, Corsicana Main Street Staff
Ashton Kantor
Jasmine Saunders, Downtown Business Owner
Christina Cerda, Downtown Business Owner
Emily Green
Barbara Kelley
Sherry Clark
Kamar Chambers
Lee Lewis
April Pomeroy
VACANT

Permanent
Permanent
2027
2028
2027
2028
2027
2027
2028
2027
2028

Ex officio Member: Emily Lawhon

Corsicana Art Committee – This committee will serve as an advisory committee to the City on
public art. The Committee shall be composed of nine (9) members, plus ex-officio non-voting
members. The terms of committee service shall be for three (3) years and shall run from May 1
to April 30. Members may serve a total of no more than six (6) consecutive years (i.e., 2
consecutive 3 year terms), except when serving an unexpired term.
Joe Brooks (Chairman)
Margie Taylor
Aimee Kasprzyk
Whitney Autrey
Jennifer Howell
Alternate:
VACANT
Ex officio Members:

2027
2027
2027
2028
2028

Shellie O’Neal
Aracili Huerta
Laura Briseno
Helen Albritton

2029
2029
2028
2029

2028
Mayor
City Manager
City Staff Member

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Convention and Visitors Bureau – Three (3) Year Term - This board shall serve as an advisory
board to the City with the purpose and objective to promote, support, and maximize hotel/motel
occupancy. The board shall be composed of eleven (11) members serving three-year terms: one
(1) permanent member of the Corsicana Tourism staff; one (1) member of the hotel hospitality
industry; one (1) resident of Navarro County; one (1) resident of Richland Chambers Lake area;
one (1) downtown business owner; one (1) restaurant hospitality owner; and five (5) members atlarge that must be residents of the City of Corsicana. Ex-officio (non-voting) members shall be
representatives of the Corsicana Parks and Recreation staff, and the Corsicana-Navarro County
Chamber of Commerce.
Amy Tidwell, Corsicana Tourism Staff
Stephanie Howell, At-large
Thomas Burns, At-large (Chair)
Raymond Linex, At-large (Secretary)
Helen Albritton, At-large
Lori Haynie, At-large (Vice Chair)
Suru Patel, Hotel Hospitality Member
Susan Wilson, Navarro County Resident
Patti Taylor, Richland Chambers Business Owner
Casey Jones, Downtown Business Owner
Suzanne Plyer, Restaurant Hospitality Owner

Permanent
2027
2028
2027
2029
2029
2029
2028
2028
2027
2029

Ex-officio (non-voting) Members:
Sharla Allen, Parks & Recreation Staff Member
VACANT, Corsicana-Navarro County Chamber of Commerce
Corsicana City Beautiful Committee – Two (2) Year Term – Composed of nine (9) members,
two from each precinct and one at-large, plus two (2) ex-officio non-voting members. The
Committee is created for the purpose of studying, developing, and carrying out plans for
improving the cleanliness of the city by beautifying streets, highways, alleys, lots, yards, and
other similar places in the City of Corsicana.
Grace Mickle
Johnny Guerra
Brenna Butler
Tinnis Manning
Audrey Robinson
Christina Robinson
Shannon King
Denna Green
Pam Stroube

2027
2028
2028
2027
2028
2028
2027
2027
2027

Alternate:

2027
2028

VACANT
Laura Harper

Ex-officio (non-voting) Members:
John Boswell, Economic Development Director
Jim Holgersson, City Manager
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Newly created board:
East Neighborhood Historic Committee – Two (2) Year Term – Composed of seven (7)
members, plus ex-officio non-voting members. The Committee is created for the purpose of
planning, studying, and advocating for the preservation and history of the East Neighborhood,
and for developing and carrying out efforts to improve the overall quality and character of the
neighborhood.
Faith Boyd
Annot Walthall
Katherine Hable
Barbara Kelley
Donna Williams
Tinnis Manning
Sira Nolan

2029
2028
2029
2028
2029
2028
2029

Ex-officio (non-voting) Members:
Council Member, Precinct 2
City Manager
City Staff
Malinda Veldman, Landmark Commission Member

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ITEM NO. 10
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Reports and Presentations

Comments:
a.

Presentation from the Corsicana Housing Authority regarding operations, reports, and
housing opportunities.

b.

Financial Update.

Recommendation: Accept the Reports and Presentations.

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ITEM NO. 11
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Miscellaneous Announcements

Comments:
Mayor/Council/City Manager

Items to Mention:
May 2

Election Day for General Election

May 3-9

57th Annual Municipal Clerks Week

May 5

Economic Development Partnership Meeting
9:00 a.m., Corsicana Public Library

May 9

E-Waste Day, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Navarro County Youth Expo, North Parking Lot

May 8

Spray Parks Open (May 8 to September 8)
Open daily, 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Community Spray Park and Bunert Spray Park

COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGE:
The dates of the Council Meetings for May 2026 will be May 11 and May 18.
(They were changed due to the Holiday and the canvassing of the election.)

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ITEM NO. 12 & 13
Date:

April 27, 2026

Subject:

Executive Session

12.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Council will recess into closed or executive session to
receive attorney’s advice on legal matters pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas
Government Code, to deliberate on certain matters concerning real property pursuant to
Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code, to deliberate on personnel matters
pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, and to discuss economic
development negotiations pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code.

13.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION: The Council will consider and act upon items
discussed under Executive Session, as necessary.

Comments:

N/A

Recommendation:

N/A

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