A request by the Kerens Community Development Committee to paint the footprints of “Big Tex” on the bricks of South Colket Avenue was approved Tuesday at the June 9 meeting of the Kerens City Council.
The council also reappointed Bryant Jennings to the position of Mayor Pro-Tem. Jennings was first elected to the Kerens City Council in May of 2016.
The position of Mayor Pro Tem is a one-year commitment.
A request by David Ojeda concerning remodel plans for 100 North Colket Avenue in Kerens, was tabled.
The council also tabled an appeal of demolition requested by Randy Vinard for the same property.
The council authorized Mayor Jeffery Saunders and City Secretary Leara Thorp to be the designated signees in matters pertaining to the city’s participation in the Texas Community Block Grant program.
The appointment of City Secretary Leara Thorp to the position of Secretary for the Kerens Economic Development Corporation was also approved.
Updates to the city’s procurement policies were also approved.
The council agreed to increase the contract limit from $15,000 to $40,000. The petty cash threshold was also increased from $50 to $100.
The council also approved the renewal of the city’s health benefits and accidental insurance policies with no changes to either policy.
The council heard all regular informational reports. No Executive Session was held Tuesday.
The Kerens City Council meets monthly at 101 South Colket Avenue in Kerens inside the City Hall.
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