05.12.2026 Town Council MinutesMINUTES
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Call to Order/ Roll Call.
The meeting was called to order at 6:21 p.m.
Council Members Present:
Mayor David F. Bristol
Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Bartley
Deputy Mayor Pro-Tem Chris Kern
Councilmember Marcus E. Ray
Councilmember Craig Andres
Councilmember Jeff Hodges
Councilmember Elect Doug Charles
Councilmember Cameron Reeves
Staff Members Present:
Mario Canizares, Town Manager
Terry Welch, Town Attorney
Michelle Lewis Sirianni, Town Secretary
Bob Scott, Deputy Town Manager
Chuck Ewings, Assistant Town Manager
Robyn Battle, Executive Director
Tony Luton, Human Resources Director
Hulon Webb, Director of Engineering
Prosper Town Council Meeting
Prosper Town Hall, Council Chambers
250 W. First Street, Prosper, Texas
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Chris Landrum, Finance Director
David Hoover, Development Services Director
Carrie Jones, Public Works Director
Gary Landeck, Library Director
Stuart Blasingame, Fire Chief
Ken Myers, Interim Police Chief
Scott Brewer, Assistant Police Chief
Ryan Pasko, IT Specialist II
Stephen Tanner, Director of Community Engagement & Experiences
Myrisa Petty, Communications Specialist
Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Pledge to the Texas Flag.
John Fowler with First Presbyterian Church led the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance and the
Pledge to the Texas Flag were recited.
Announcements of recent and upcoming events.
Councilmember Hodges made the following announcements:
Citizens may now register for Prosper Citizens Fire Academy. Classes run for 10 weeks on
Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., beginning August 6 at Central Fire Station. Spots are
limited and registration closes July 11, so be sure to secure your spot soon. To learn more and
register, visit prospertx.gov/citizensfireacademy.
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Join the Town in kicking off the America 250, 40-day celebration with a special Memorial Day
Ceremony to honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for our
country. The event takes place on Monday, May 25 at 10:00 am at Frontier Park Pavilion.
The Downtown Block Party hosted by the Tavern on Broadway in partnership with the Town, Brown
& Griffin Real Estate, and downtown businesses is a family friendly full day event of live music, fun
activities, and entertainment. The free festival will take place on Saturday, May 30, from 10:00 am
to 5:00 pm in the downtown plaza. Concert with headliner Josh Abbott Band will take place from
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Full event details can be found at grospeft, ovldowntownblock art .
This community -wide series will continue through July 4 and highlight both America's history and
Prosper's hometown spirit with a variety of events and activities taking place in Downtown Prosper
and throughout town. Residents are invited to enjoy the festivities and take part in this milestone
celebration. Explore the full schedule of events at prospertx.govlamerica250.
Join the Prosper Community Library on Thursday, May 21 at 11 am with 'Touch a Truck' with Public
Works as part of celebrating Public Works week. The crew will be at the library with their machinery
to let the children explore, honk the horns, and take photos.
Mayor Bristol and Mr. Canizares recognized and presented a THRIVES coin to Myrisa Petty,
Communications Specialist for all her efforts regarding the numerous recent activities with MYAC,
the Author Event, and Partner's in Faith.
Presentations.
1. Administer Oaths of Office and present Certificates of Election. (DFB)
Mayor Bristol administered the Oath of Office and presented the Certifcate of Election
to Amy Bartley, Town Council Place 3.
Michelle Bishop, District Director with Congressman Self recognized Ms. Bartley on
her re-election to the Town Council.
Mayor Bristol administered the Oath of Office and presented the Certificate of Election
to Doug Charles, Town Council Place 5.
Michelle Bishop, District Director with Congressman Self recognized Mr. Charles on
being newly elected to the Town Council.
2. America 250. (MC)
Mr. Canizares read a historical background on the "Federalist Papers." He noted this
episode along with the previous episodes can be viewed on the Town's YouTube
Channel.
3. Proclamation recognizing National Police Week and Peace Officers' Memorial
Day. (MLS)
Mayor Bristol read and presented a Proclamation to members of the Prosper Police
Department.
Michelle Bishop, District Director with Congressman Self presented a certificate of
recognition to members of the Prosper Police Department.
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4. Recognizing National Fallen Firefighters Day. (MLS)
Michelle Bishop, District Director with Congressman Self presented a certificate of
recognition to members of the Prosper Police Department.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Items placed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine in nature and non -controversial. The
Consent Agenda can be acted upon in one motion. Items may be removed from the Consent
Agenda by the request of Council Members or staff.
5. Consider and act upon the minutes from the April 28, 2026, Town Council Work
Session meeting. (MLS)
6. Consider and act upon the minutes from the April 28, 2026 Town Council Regular
meeting. (MLS)
7. Receive the Quarterly Investment Report for the Second Quarter. (CL)
8. Consider and act upon whether to direct staff to submit a written notice of appeals
on behalf of the Town Council to the Development Services Department, pursuant
to Chapter 4, Section 1.5(C)(7) and 1.6(B)(7) of the Town's Zoning Ordinance,
regarding action taken by the Planning and Zoning Commission on Preliminary
Site Plans and Site Plans. (DH)
Mayor Pro-Tem Bartley made a motion to approve consent agenda items 5 through 8.
Councilmember Kern seconded the item. Motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
No comments were made.
Items for Individual Consideration:
9. Consider appointments to Mayor Pro-Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro-Tem. (MLS)
Mayor Bristol made a motion to appoint Amy Bartley as Mayor Pro-Tem and Chris Kern
as Deputy Mayor Pro-Tem. Councilmember Ray seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
10. Discuss and consider Town Council Subcommittee reports. (DFB)
Downtown Advisory Committee: Ms. Battle noted a small area plan including it's scope
was presented and updates were provided on the three remaining projects along with
all the upcoming special events.
Community Engagement Committee: Mayor Pro-Tem Bartley noted the committee
received a presentation and will pursue the All American City Award; the Library staff
provided updates on the summer programming and potential partnerships; the
committee discussed all the upcoming and details of the America 250 events including
a Mayor's Fitness Challenge.
Councilmember Andres gave an update regarding the McKinney Open Transit Board.
He noted they are seeking ways to restructure the program and it's funding.
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Possibly direct Town staff to schedule topic(s) for discussion at a future meeting.
No comments were made.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Recess into Closed Session in compliance with Section 551.001 et seq. Texas Government Code,
as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, to deliberate regarding:
Section 551.087 — To discuss and consider economic development incentives and all
matters incident and related thereto.
Section 551.072 — To discuss and consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of
real property for municipal purposes and all matters incident and related thereto.
Section 551.074 — To discuss and consider personnel matters and all matters incident
and related thereto.
Section 551.071 - Consultation with the Town Attorney regarding pending or anticipated
litigation.
Section 551.071 - Consultation with the Town Attorney to discuss legal issues
associated with any Work Session or Council Meeting agenda item.
Reconvene in Regular Session and take any action necessary as a result of the Closed
Session.
No Executive Session took place.
Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:56 p.m.
These minutes were approved on the 9th day of June 2026.
APPROVED:
David F. Bristol, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Michelle Lewis Sirianni, Town Secretary
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