In a recent city council meeting, significant discussions centered around the future leadership of the city and the appointment of new board members. The city manager and assistant city manager are set to depart, prompting calls for the incoming city manager to have the autonomy to recommend a new tax rate. Concerns were raised regarding the previous use of taxpayer funds for projects deemed unnecessary, with one speaker emphasizing the burden placed on taxpayers to cover these costs.

The meeting also included a series of board and commission appointments across various districts. Notably, appointments were made for terms effective from August 27, 2023, to October 1, 2026. Among the new appointees are Sergio Garza to the Board of Adjustment Residential and Natalie Ortiz to the Aviation Advisory Board, among others. Each appointment was accompanied by a motion and subsequent vote, all of which passed without opposition.

The council's focus on board appointments reflects a commitment to maintaining governance continuity as leadership transitions occur within the city management. The original applications and resumes for all appointees will be kept on file by the city secretary's office for public access.