HDR engineers recommended an optimized conventional 12 million‑gallon‑per‑day Hilltop Water Treatment Plant, presenting a Class 5 planning estimate of roughly $116 million (about $120 million with CMAR fees) and describing the project as modular and expandable; council members pressed for more precise costing and clarified next steps with TWDB/SRF reviews.

Gage Engineering updated council on a FEMA-funded drainage study of the Crystal Creek watershed, saying the $525,000 contract (90/10 match) is about half complete. Consultants identified riverine and storm-sewer problem areas and outlined next steps for pursuing state and federal grant funding.

Council authorized Series 2026A ($19.9M tax‑exempt) and Series 2026B ($48.78M taxable to TWDB) certificates of obligation and approved a $10 million principal‑forgiveness grant from the Texas Water Development Board to pay for Hilltop Water Treatment Plant upgrades, raw water intake, pump station and transmission line work; the open‑market sale priced at a 4.29% true interest cost.

Council approved resolutions to publish notices of intent to issue up to $49 million and up to $20 million in combination tax and subordinate-lien revenue certificates of obligation to fund Hilltop Water Treatment Plant improvements, intake and transmission works; staff said the total project request to TWDB was roughly $77.5 million, with $10 million grant forgiveness.

City staff told the council of an increase in vape pens seized at schools and presented a Planning & Zoning recommendation that could ban standalone vape and smoke shops; council directed staff to draft ordinance language and gather public input via PNZ hearings and a survey.

The council adopted an ordinance amending the city code to establish a formula for aviation fuel and oil pricing, referencing the master fee schedule; staff cited weekly World Fuel pricing, weather impacts, and volume discounts during the discussion.

At its October meeting, the Mineral Wells City Council authorized pledging water, sewer and ad valorem tax revenues to secure a $59 million Texas Water Development Board loan, approved plats and several ordinances and policies, and adopted a resolution denying a proposed rate increase by Encore Electric Delivery Company LLC. All motions recorded in

Developer inquires about timing and financing of impact fees for housing construction.

Discussion highlights impacts of new school construction on local water service areas.

Council discusses matching grant for Texas Parks and Wildlife to enhance local park facilities.

Council designates new trustees and ratifies expenditures for Employee Health Insurance Trust.

City plans to relend federal loan to assist local businesses with financing gaps.

City aims to lower fleet acquisition and maintenance costs by improving vehicle turnover.

Mineral Wells EDC approves website project to enhance local business visibility and job listings.

Councilman Carlos Maldonado reflects on his service while new members take the oath.

Council approves Carrie Walden's reappointment as municipal court judge retroactive to April 1.

Councilman addresses rising costs and risk management in water project funding.