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Council approves voluntary annexation of 51.6 acres known as Lehi tract near Tower Road

5962444 · October 17, 2025
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Summary

Council approved voluntary annexation of roughly 51.6 acres (the Lehi tract) adjacent to city limits near Tower Road; staff said the annexation meets Chapter 43 notification and contiguity requirements and a municipal services agreement was circulated to affected agencies.

Temple — The City Council on Oct. 16 approved a voluntary annexation ordinance to add about 51.6 acres (the "Lehi tract") along Tower Road into the city limits.

City staff said the annexation is voluntary, contiguous to existing city limits, and that necessary notices were sent to affected agencies including Temple Independent School District, Little River Academy and Bell County. "Chapter 43 governs voluntary annexation," a city staff member said and confirmed a municipal-services agreement was circulated to relevant departments; staff reported no issues in the city’s internal review.

Staff said the tract is sometimes referred to as the Lehi tract and that TDC (acting as agent) is in the process of purchasing the property. The parcel is located just south along Tower Road and adjoins a city-owned 10-acre property called Blackland Prairie Park. Council approved the annexation 4–0.

No members of the public spoke in opposition at the hearing. Staff recommended approval and will proceed with the annexation steps required under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 43.