City Council Public Meetings

As the legislative branch of the City of Kress government under the Texas Open Meetings Act (TOMA); which governs open meetings and closed sessions, the City Council holds open public meetings where local laws, policies, and basic decisions for the city are discussed and decided. All budget meetings are open to the public and . The City Council may enter a Closed Meeting Session to discuss sensitive matters in private. During a Closed Meeting no formal actions or votes can occur. 

Next City Council public meeting

   11/18/2025

Agenda will be posted 72hrs pior to date. Meeting dates are subject to change. 

City Council Meeting Calender 

Council meetings are currently held at the following location:

Kress Senior Citizen Center
302 Skipworth Ave
Kress, TX 79052

City Council Public Meetings take place monthly. Special meetings may be added.

Notices for all public meetings, along with agendas, are posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting. They can been reviewed in person at City Hall and online.

Public meetings are broadcast live on the City of Kress Facebook page day of the meeting. The broadcast may experience internet connection issues.  Video On Demand (VOD), recorded uninterrupted video(s) that can be watched anytime, are posted no later than 72 hours or three complete business days after meeting has concluded. VODs will remain posted for at least 365 days. 

City Of Kress Facebook Page  | City of Kress Youtube

Current and past Council Meeting agenda may be viewed online. Open records request are welcomed. 

Meeting Agendas

Minutes are posted; when available, after meetings have concluded.

Minutes

Public Comments

The community is welcomed to sign up to participate in public comments to address the council and community. Citizens must sign-up day of the meeting and before the meeting starts. The City Council shall follow the order of which the agenda has listed for public comments. Citizens of our community that have signed up for public comments will be called in the order of which they signed up on the list.

The City Council is not permitted to respond to comments or questions from the public on items not listed on the Regular Agenda. Responses are limited to a statement on specific factual information, a recitation of existing policy or direction to staff to place the subject on the agenda for a future city meeting. The use of vulgar, profane, inflammatory, or defamatory language is not permitted. Speakers shall not make personal, impertinent, profane or slanderous remarks.

information on Texas Open Meetings:

recent city council public meeting Video (VOD). 

This was previously live.

The City of Kress has no affiliation with Facebook/Meta or Youtube

 

City of Kress Transparency 

City of Kress Open Records

Frequently Asked Questions

Purpose of Public Council Meetings

Public Council meetings allow the community to observe how City business is conducted and give residents an opportunity to participate in local government. Meetings are conducted under the Texas Open Meetings Act, which ensures transparency, fairness, and proper procedure.

Your Role as a Resident

Residents are encouraged to attend meetings, stay informed, and participate in public comment opportunities. These meetings are open to the public, but they are not open forums for debate with Council members.

How City Council Meetings Work

  • Meetings follow a posted agenda that lists all items the Council may discuss or act on.

  • The Council can only vote on items specifically listed on the agenda.

  • Meetings are led by the Mayor or Mayor Pro-Tem, who maintains order and ensures fairness.

  • City business is handled one item at a time, with discussion, questions, and—if allowed—public input.

  • Meetings are recorded in official minutes.

Public Comment: What You CAN Do

  • To speak during the designated Public Comment section you must sign up on a sheet.

  • Share questions, concerns, or opinions related to the city or its services.

  • Provide written documents for the record, if desired.

  • Be respectful, stay on topic, and stay within the time limit provided. The council will set a timer.

  • Address the entire Council, not individual members.

Public Comment: What You CANNOT Do

  • You cannot engage the Council in back-and-forth conversation.

  • You cannot discuss items that are not on the posted agenda if you want the Council to take action.

  • You cannot interrupt Council deliberations or speak outside the public comment period.

  • You may not use vulgar, threatening, or disruptive language.

  • You cannot direct personal attacks at Council members, staff, or residents.

Meeting Behavior Expectations

To ensure an orderly, respectful meeting, all attendees must:

  • Remain quiet and respectful during discussions and votes.

  • Silence cell phones and avoid disruptive behavior.

  • Follow instructions from the Mayor or presiding officer.

  • Avoid interrupting speakers, audience members, or Council.

  • Refrain from carrying signs or materials that block views or disrupt proceedings.

Disruptive conduct may result in being asked to leave the meeting room.

Requesting Action on an Issue

If you want the City Council to take action, consider one of the following:

  • Contact City Hall and request to be placed on a future meeting agenda.

  • Submit your concern in writing to the City Secretary or a Council member.

  • Provide clear details, supporting documents, and what action you are requesting.

The Council cannot legally act on an item that is not on the posted agenda.

Why These Rules Exist

These procedures ensure:

  • Fair and equal opportunity for all residents to speak.

  • A safe, respectful environment for Council members, staff, and the public.

  • Compliance with state laws that govern city operations.

  • Efficient handling of city business for the benefit of the entire community.

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