The Crandall City Council convened for its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the Court Chambers inside the Police and Municipal Court Building. Mayor David Lindsey called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. and led the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Pro Tem Scott Rogers was absent for the meeting. Council Members Tim Atkins, Caleb Allen, Kimberly Herrera, and Adam Holden were present, and a quorum was confirmed.
Council Member Herrera Announces Resignation
During the announcements portion of the meeting, Council Member Kimberly Herrera announced her resignation effective immediately. She thanked the council and city staff for their support during her time in office and expressed gratitude to residents, calling her service an honor and a privilege.
Mayor Lindsey thanked Herrera for her service and stated she would be formally recognized by the city.
City Manager Provides Updates on Several Ongoing Projects
City Manager David Sanchez provided updates on a number of items during the meeting.
He reported that the video and audio upgrade has been installed and tested by staff, with the next council meeting expected to be streamed live through the city website rather than a social media platform.
Sanchez also gave an update on the Public Safety Committee, stating that several applications have been received and are under review, with applicants to be contacted within the week to schedule an initial meeting.
He confirmed that Autism awareness signs have been installed in the requested areas and that the city has received positive feedback from the community.
Sanchez reminded the council about the upcoming Kaufman County Day and asked members to notify the City Secretary if they planned to attend.
The City Manager also announced that the FM 148 bypass is now open. He discussed ongoing conversations with the Texas Department of Transportation regarding a request to keep the section between FM 741 and Main Street as a two way roadway, noting that the city is still awaiting a response.
Updates were also given on the Emergency Services District Number 7 Sales Tax Agreement, with Sanchez stating that negotiations are continuing and that he has an upcoming meeting scheduled with ESD Number 7 to discuss terms.
Fire Chief Carl Sheller delivered the Crandall Volunteer Fire Department quarterly report, covering management activities, a new software system, emergency operations, and combined call volume numbers. Chief Sheller also addressed the contract termination letter sent by the Crandall Volunteer Fire Department to the City of Crandall.
Consent Agenda Approved
The council approved the consent agenda, which included the City Council minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting. Council Member Holden made the motion to approve, which was seconded by Council Member Herrera. The motion carried with a vote of three to one, with Council Member Atkins abstaining.
Local Citizens Recognized for Courage During Residential Fire
The Assistant Chief of Police gave a presentation recognizing local citizens for their courage in assisting an elderly resident out of a burning structure during a recent residential fire in Crandall.
Crandall ISD Provides District Update
Dr. Murry, representing Crandall ISD, provided updates to the council. She reminded attendees of the district’s one hundred twenty fifth celebration event scheduled for February 28, 2026, as well as the Education Foundation Gala set for March.
Dr. Murry announced that the 2026 to 2027 Crandall ISD District calendar had been approved and that the district would cancel its upcoming board election since all candidates were running unopposed. She also expressed appreciation to Council Member Herrera for her service to Crandall ISD and discussed the benefits of keeping the FM 148 service road as a two way roadway, stating the district would assist with any efforts to appeal the related decision.
Fire Department Contract Termination Letter Requires No Action
The council discussed accepting a contract termination letter from the Crandall Volunteer Fire Department. City Manager Sanchez stated he had confirmed with the City Attorney that the council was not required to formally accept the letter or take any action. Council Member Atkins discussed the item, and no action was taken.
Council Approves Kaufman County Appraisal District Land Purchase
The council discussed a proposed land purchase by the Kaufman County Appraisal District intended to serve as the site for its new office. City Manager Sanchez gave a presentation on the matter.
Council Member Holden made a motion to approve the item, which was seconded by Council Member Atkins. The motion passed with a unanimous vote of four to zero.
Public Hearing Held on Community Development Block Grant Application
Mayor Lindsey opened a public hearing at 7:12 p.m. regarding the submission of an application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for one or more Texas Community Development Block Grant Program grants for Program Year 2026.
Jake McAdams, Regional Project Manager with Public Management Inc., addressed the council on the agenda item. City Manager Sanchez presented an overview of two areas in Old Town Crandall that could benefit from the grant funds, describing them as Option A, highlighted in pink, and Option B, highlighted in orange. City staff recommended Option B.
The council discussed the matter and agreed to pursue the CDBG funds for Option B. McAdams then outlined the next steps in the application process. Mayor Lindsey closed the public hearing at 7:30 p.m.
Council Approves Cybersecurity Grant Resolution
The council took action on Resolution Number 02172026, authorizing the City Manager to pursue funding through the FY2026 FEMA CISA State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. City Manager Sanchez discussed the item. Council Member Herrera made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Member Atkins. The resolution passed with a unanimous vote of four to zero.
One Acre Lot Requirement Discussion Results in No Action
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Rogers, the council discussed one acre lot requirements for city limits. City Manager Sanchez presented information on the requirements along with consultant recommendations, noting the expense involved in revising the Comprehensive Plan if such a change were implemented.
City Attorney input was provided, recommending the council revisit the Comprehensive Plan along with development processes and policies administratively, and that this be considered as part of the ongoing revision of the Crandall Unified Development Code. No action was taken on the item.
Police Racial Profiling Report and Firearms Budget Amendment Approved
The council accepted and approved the annual Police Racial Profiling report for 2025, as presented by the Chief of Police. Council Member Holden made the motion to approve, seconded by Council Member Atkins. The motion carried with a unanimous vote of four to zero.
The council also approved a budget amendment from First Responder Fees to allow for the purchase of firearms, following discussion led by the Chief of Police. Council Member Holden made the motion to approve, seconded by Council Member Allen. The motion passed with a unanimous vote of four to zero.
Executive Session Held on Economic Development Matters
The council adjourned into executive session at 7:51 p.m. pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087 to deliberate on economic development matters related to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Six and Project Grand Slam. Council Member Holden made the motion to adjourn into executive session, seconded by Council Member Herrera, and the motion carried unanimously four to zero.
The council reconvened into open session at 8:49 p.m. Council Member Holden made the motion to adjourn from executive session, seconded by Council Member Herrera, with a unanimous vote of four to zero. No action was taken on items discussed during the closed session.
Meeting Adjourned
The meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m. following a motion by Council Member Herrera, seconded by Council Member Atkins, with a unanimous vote of four to zero.
Source: City of Crandall Regular City Council Meeting Minutes, February 17, 2026
