05.06.2026 CEC MinutespR-IOWN OF
S PED.
A Place Where Everyone Matters
Call to Order / Roll Call.
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m.
Committee Members Present:
Kimberly Smith, Chair
Soprina Reeves, Vice Chair
Annie Bunger
Samad Abdur-Razzaaq
Andy Franco
Rory Conley
Sean Boardman
Committee Members Absent:
Kari Willis
Jennifer Downs
Jeff Robinson
Ella Lee
Councilmembers Present:
Amy Bartley
Jeff Hodges
Staff Members Present:
Mario Canizares, Town Manager
Robyn Battle, Executive Director
Stephen Tanner, Communications Director
Myrisa Petty, Community Engagement Coordinator
Kaylynn Stone, Special Events Manager
Gary Landeck, Library Director
Laura Collins, Youth Services Librarian
MINUTES
Community Engagement Committee
Prosper Town Hall, Council Chambers
250 W. First Street, Prosper, Texas
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
2. Consider and act upon the minutes of the April 1, 2026 Community Engagement
Committee (CEC) meeting.
Soprina Reeves made a motion to approve and Annie Bunger seconded. The minutes were
unanimously approved.
3. Comments from the Public.
No members of the public were present at this meeting.
4. All American City Award
Mr. Canizares gave an overview of what the All American City Award is as well as a brief
summary of the application process with requirements. He asked the committee their thoughts
on taking on the project. Ms. Bunger suggested waiting until the 2028 applications open to
better prepare for the process rather than rushing into it. Mr. Reeves suggested leaning on
and talking about the organic communities that come to be in Prosper. Ms. Smith agreed with
the 2028 application since it would allow time to build and tap into businesses. Mr. Canizares
will return in the August meeting to announce the winners for 2026 for the committee to review.
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5. Library Summer Programming Presentation
Ms. Collins offered an outline for the Prosper Community Library's Summer Programming for
2026. She summarized new additions this year that include a launch party as well as additions
to the yearly parade. Councilmember Hodges asked about the ratio of residents to
nonresidents when it comes to attendance for library events. Mr. Landeck commented that
does notice a decent number of out of town residents who are members of the library in
attendance. Mr. Landeck commented on upcoming reevaluations to the nonresident fees for
library cards. Ms. Abdur-Razzaaq suggested giving residents a chance to register for library
programs early. Ms. Reeves suggested programming geared towards active adults with
technological life skills.
6. Discuss and Receive Updates Regarding America 250
Ms. Battle gave an update on the ongoing efforts to celebrate America 250 in Prosper. Updates
included the proposed locations for hay bales, 40 days of service social media plans,
commemorative bricks for Hometown Heroes and the plans for a sidewalk mural by artist Jan
Riggins. Ms. Stone gave an update on the amount of cars registered for the car show for Stars,
Stripes and Prosper Nights. She announced the partnership with the Refinery, planned
acoustic music on the plaza and kids activities such as face painting and Kona Ice. For the
Paint Prosper Proud evening, Ms. Stone asked the committee for assistance in pushing
downtown businesses to fill out the registration applications so staff can have their information
and shirt sizes. Ms. Petty updated on the marketing efforts being pushed more heavily on the
other activities happening during Stars, Stripes and Prosper Nights after the Downtown Block
Party so as not to confuse residents of the two events.
7. Discuss and Consider CEC Subcommittee Reports
Ms. Petty asked for the MYAC subcommittee to please meet in early June to plan for
applications for the 2027 MYAC class.
8. Special Events Updates
Updates were discussed under item 6.
9. Voice of the Town
Committee members commented on receiving negative feedback regarding the Downtown
Block party concert being 18+ and standing room only, pushing some residents to not
purchase tickets.
10. Discuss and consider "CEC Top 3" & Save the Date Items
The committee decided to focus solely on the upcoming America 250 initiatives.
11. Requests for future agenda items.
The Committee requested the following for future agenda items:
• June meeting to iron out final details for America 250.
• Committee decided to cancel the July meeting.
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12. Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m. on May 6, 2026.
These minutes were approved on June 3, 2026.
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