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DeSotoTX averageUS Census ACS

Population

55,896

Per-capita income

$39,972

Median home value

$282,600

Bachelor's or higher

30%

Typical home value $324,582 -1.6% yr/yr · +14% 5-yr

Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

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👤 Members & officials (14)

Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.

Who’s on the City Council Meeting

Andre' Byrd — Councilmember
Rachel L. Proctor — Mayor
Crystal Chism — Mayor Pro Tem
Debrah North — Councilmember
Ken Waters — Councilmember
Letitia Hughes — Councilmember

Who’s on the City Council Special Joint Meeting

Andre' Byrd — Councilmember
Rachel L. Proctor — Mayor

Who’s on the City Council Special Meeting

Rachel L. Proctor — Mayor
Andre' Byrd — Councilmember
Pierette Parker — Councilmember
Debrah North — Councilmember
Letitia Hughes — Councilmember

Who’s on the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Donald Dewberry — Commissioner

Recent meetings

Tue Sep 1, 2026

City Council Meeting

Council to hold public hearing on FY 2026-2027 budget

The DeSoto City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for 911 system upgrades and a water/wastewater project. The council will also enter executive session to discuss the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property at 825 W. Wintergreen Road (Thorntree Golf Club).

Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 budget
Executive session on real property at 825 W. Wintergreen Road (Thorntree Golf Club)
Contract with J. Richard Perkins for $20,700 (total $105,700) for water/wastewater project
Purchase of Eventide 911 recording system for $200,402 using state grant funds
Purchase of Motorola dispatch console for $130,924.94 using state grant funds

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All right, it's 5 p.m. Hello, everybody. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. I want to welcome you all to our executive session of the DeSoto City Council. I'm going to ask our city secretary for a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes . Here. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters. Here. Councilmember Perrette Parker. Here. Councilmember Brian Wesley. Here. Councilmember Deborah North. Here. Councilmember Crystal Ch isholm. Thank you. We'll have the first item on our agenda. At this time, we'll move on to the safety protocol statement by interim fire chief Brian Whitaker. Hello, Mayor and Council. I know you have your own protocols. We will go into the full safety briefing during the regular meeting. Thank you. At this time, Madam City Secretary, we'll have the next item. The City Council will convene into executive session pursu ant to Texas Government Code 551.072 to deliberate the purchase, exchange, and lease of real property as it relates to 825 West Winter Green Road Thorn Tree Golf Club. Thank you. Thank you, Madam City Secretary. At this time, Council, it is 5.01 p.m. We're going to convene into executive session. We will return after. That has been completed with any action as a result. Thank you. Good evening, everybody. It is 6 p.m. and I want to welcome you all to tonight's regular session of the DeSoto City Council. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. And at this time, I want to announce that we did convene out of executive session at 5.49 p.m. wit …

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Crystal Chism DATE: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 EXECUTIVE SESSION: 5:00 pm Council Chambers REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers (or immediately following executive session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any action item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen …

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Fri Aug 28, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

DeSoto City Council holds summer retreat with policy discussions

The DeSoto City Council is holding a three-day summer retreat at a Frisco resort, with the first day featuring a welcome walk and dinner with no city business. The second day includes discussions on the legislative agenda, council rules, new initiatives, rental registration, MWBE policy, crime control and fire EMS districts, Star Transit options, police vacancies, the strategic plan, and parks events. The third day is a leadership training session with guest speakers on parliamentary procedure, mental health, and communication.

Discussion on Rental Registration
Discussion on MWBE Policy (Veteran-Owned Business)
Discussion on Crime Control Prevention District/Fire EMS District
Discussion on Star Transit Service Options
Discussion on Police Department Vacancies and Retention

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE DeSoto City Council Special Called Meeting Agenda City Council Summer Retreat The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa Legacy 1 (Meeting Room) Arrowhead (Meal Room) 1549 Legacy Dr. Frisco, Texas 75034 972-668-8000 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Crystal Chism DATE: Thursday, August 27, 2026 (and continuing on Friday, August 28, 2026 and Saturday, August 29, 2026) Thursday, August 27, 2026 - Welcome Activity begins at 5:45 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2026 - Discussion begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, August 29, 2026 - Discussion begins at 8:30 a.m. Please Note: Any item listed on the agenda can be rearranged at the discretion of the Mayor. As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public. …

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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Commission to weigh PD-101 amendment for retail and multifamily at 800 W. Belt Line Rd.

The DeSoto Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of an ordinance amending Planned Development 101 (PD-101) to establish General Retail and Multiple Family subdistricts on about 17.15 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Road. The commission will also consider a preliminary plat for the Parks Residential Subdivision creating 10 residential and 4 non-residential lots at 541 S. Parks Dr. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, a presentation on APA membership, and routine announcements.

Public hearing on PD-101 amendment (Z-1547-26) for 800 W. Belt Line Rd. to add GR and MF subdistricts
Preliminary plat for Parks Residential Subdivision (PP-356-26) at 541 S. Parks Dr. – 10 residential, 4 non-residential lots
Approval of minutes from August 11, 2026 meeting
Discussion and presentation on American Planning Association (APA) membership benefits and login process

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by …

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Tue Aug 18, 2026

City Council Meeting

Council to vote on tax rate, land purchase, and zoning permits

The DeSoto City Council will hold a regular session with public hearings on two zoning requests, including a specific use permit for a garage/accessory dwelling and an amendment to Planned Development 109 for a private park. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including the adoption of the drainage master plan and a settlement with Atmos Energy. New business includes a proposed land purchase for $1,045,440, a resolution to redeem outstanding obligations, and a record vote on the proposed tax rate of $0.684934 per $100 valuation.

Public hearing for Specific Use Permit to convert garage to accessory dwelling at 1213 Hanna Circle
Public hearing to amend Planned Development 109 to allow private park on 159.45 acres near W. Belt Line Road
Purchase of 5 acres at 1400 Bolton Boone Drive for $1,045,440 (not to exceed $1,100,000)
Record vote on proposed tax rate of $0.684934 per $100 valuation for FY 2026-2027
Contract with Professional Turf Products for $144,528.66 for two mowers

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Good evening, everybody. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. It is 6 p.m. And I want to call our regular meeting of the DeSoto City Council to order. It is Tuesday, August 18th, 2026. I'm going to ask our city secretary to give us a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes. Here. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters. Here. Council Member Perrette Parker. Here. Council Member Brian Wesley. Here. Council Member Deborah North. Here. Council Member Crystal Chisholm. Here. Thank you. We'll have our first item on the agenda. First, we will have the invocation by Pastor Chris Henderson of Star of Hope Baptist Church, immediately followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Perrette Parker, DeSoto City Council, Place 2. Would everyone please stand? Good evening. I would like to begin the invocation by reading a portion of Scripture from 1 Peter 5. It says, Our Father, who art in heaven, most holy is your name. We bow down before you, Lord, to acknowledge that you are God, and beside you there is none other. I thank you, Lord, for another day, and I pray, Lord, that as we gather here for the best of our city, for the best of the people in this city, that you would bless the leaders of our city. I thank you, Lord, for this day. I thank you, Lord, for the city of DeSoto and for everything that it means to us, and I pray, Holy Spirit, that you would endow these with your wisdom. I pray for peace, I pray for clarity, and I pray for their vision and direction, that yo …

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Crystal Chism DATE: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any action item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the May …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to discuss youth sports support, water design manual updates

The DeSoto City Council is holding a special work session to receive presentations and discuss several topics, including a July 2026 financial report, proposed updates to the Water and Sewer Design Manual, and public art initiatives. The council will also discuss ways to retain and support youth sports organizations in DeSoto. No formal action items are listed for this meeting.

Presentation of July 2026 financial report
Proposed updates to City of DeSoto's Water and Sewer Design Manual
Public Art Initiatives including Art at the ARC Project Update
Discussion on retaining and supporting Youth Sports Organizations
Mayoral Commendations to Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes and Councilmember Debrah North for CMO designation

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Good evening everyone. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor and I want to welcome you all to our special meeting this evening. It is Monday, August 7th. It is 6 p.m . I'm going to ask our city secretary to give us a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes. Here. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters. Council Member Perrette Parker. Here. Council Member Brian Wesley. Here. Council Member Deborah North. Council Member Crystal Chisholm. Here. Thank you. At this time we'll have the first item on our agenda. First we have presentation of mayoral accommodations to Mayor Pro Tem Let itia Hughes and Council Member Deborah North in recognition of earning the Texas Municipal League Certified Municipal Official Designation. I'm going to ask if we could just go to the next item on our agenda and then once Council Member North arrives we can go back to this item. Absolutely. Thank you. Next we'll have the presentation of the financial report for July 2026. Making a presentation is Finance Director, Director Lakita Sudden. Good evening Mayor and Council. Okay. Our July financial report. At this time we are 10 months into the fiscal year. And we'll start with our general fund. Thank you. In our general fund we are budgeted to receive $69.8 million for the fiscal year. The actual shows $62.9 million. That puts us at 90.1 percent. Almost exactly where we were last year at 90.7 percent. This is about the pace that we normally are at in the general fund because at this time of th …

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Crystal Chism DATE: Monday, August 17, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any action item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modi …

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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Commission to weigh two zoning changes: retail/multifamily at Westmoreland and Belt Line, new multifamily subdivision

The DeSoto Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of two zoning changes to the City Council. The first would amend Planned Development 101 to add General Retail and Multiple Family subdistricts on about 17.15 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Road. The second would establish a new Planned Development 202 for a multifamily subdivision on about 24.27 acres along N. Westmoreland Road. The agenda also includes approval of the July 28, 2026 minutes and citizen appearances.

Public hearing on PD-101 amendment: 17.1499 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Road, adding General Retail and Multiple Family-18 subdistricts (Z-1547-26)
Public hearing on new PD-202: 24.274 acres at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd., base zoning Multiple Family, for a new subdivision (Z-1548-26)
Consent agenda: approval of minutes from July 28, 2026 regular meeting
Citizen appearances for topics not on the agenda

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by …

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Tue Aug 4, 2026

City Council Meeting

DeSoto council to vote on zoning change for auto repair shop at 1027 E Belt Line Road

The DeSoto City Council will meet on August 4, 2026, to decide on zoning changes, budget amendments, and property-related actions. The meeting includes a public hearing on a specific use permit for a minor auto repair shop and discussions on delinquent property assessments and park land dedication rules.

Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for minor auto repair shop at 1027 E Belt Line Road (Case No. Z-1545-26)
Consider approval of $14,540 budget amendment for Employee Relations Investigation professional services
Consider adoption of ordinance allowing dog park credits in park land dedication fund
Consider approval of agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent property assessment collection in Danieldale Homestead PID
Consider 20% penalty on delinquent property assessments for Danieldale Homestead PID

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Good evening everybody. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. It is Tuesday, August 4th. It is 5 p.m. and I want to welcome everybody to our executive session on this evening. I'm going to ask if our city secretary will conduct a roll call before us please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes . Here. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters. Here. Council Member Perrette Parker. Here. Council Member Brian Wesley. Council Member Deborah North. Here. Council Member Crystal Chisholm. Here. Thank you. We'll have the next item on our agenda. First we will have the safety protocol statement led by interim led by Fire Chief Brian Southern. Thank you. Good evening. In the event of an emergency we have emergency exits to my right your left or back out the doors you came into your right and once you get outside please remain till we ask you to return. Thank you. Thank you. We'll have the next items on the agenda. Next we will have the City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code section 551.0712. to deliberate the purchase exchange and lease of real property as it relates to 825 West Wintergreen Road Thorn Tree Golf Club. Thank you. Madam Secretary Secretary, do we have any comment cards for these items? We do have a comment card from Dr. Brandon Norwood. Good. It's after 5. So good evening Council Mayor and everyone here. Just a small comment about the deliberation that you all are going to take place on tonight. So public records requests that …

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DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Crystal Chism DATE: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 EXECUTIVE SESSION: 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers (or immediately following the executive session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at t …

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Fri Jul 31, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

DeSoto City Council to hold FY 2027 budget workshop

The City Council will conduct a work session to discuss the FY 2027 budget theme, strategic priorities, and workforce highlights. The meeting includes reviews of various city funds and the Capital Improvement Plan.

FY 2027 Budget Theme and Strategic Priorities
Assessed Values and Recommended Tax Rate
General Fund Operating Budget
Enterprise Funds for Public Utilities, Drainage, and Sanitation
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)

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Good morning everybody. There she is. Good morning everybody. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor and I want to welcome you early on a Friday morning to our budget meeting. I'm going to ask if our city secretary would give us a roll call please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Mayor Pro Tem Leticia Hughes. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters. Councilmember Perette Parker. Councilmember Brian Wesley. Councilmember Deborah North. Councilmember Crystal Chisholm. Thank you. At this time we'll have the first item on our... well I'm going to turn it over into the hands of our finance director Ms. Sutton. Good morning. Good morning everyone. Thank you for being here early today . And welcome to our budget workshop for FY 2027. Before I get started I would like to thank Isom Cameron, our interim city manager for all of this work and working with me with this budget. And also my staff, Ashley Blanton, our budget administrator as well as Anya Pinton, our assistant finance director. I really appreciate their work on this. We can jump right into the agenda for today. Here you will see our schedule for today. We are going to be running through and doing a recap of the fiscal year 20 26 budget. Looking at where we stand right now. Bringing us forward into 2027. We are going to look at our budget themes and strategies and priorities. Our budget and workforce highlights for FY 27. We are going to take a look at assessed valuation and a recommended tax rate. Debt service fund, general operating budget, enterprise …

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DeSoto City Council Budget Workshop Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Ken Waters Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Crystal Chism DATE: Friday, July 31, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 8:30 a.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. WORK SESSION AGENDA 1. I. Call to Order II. Recap of FY 2026 Budget III. FY 2027 Budget Theme and Strategic Priorities IV. Budget & Workforce Highlights V. Assessed Values & Recommended Tax Rate VI. Debt Service Fund VII. General Fund Operating Budget …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Public hearings on PD-109 amendment and accessory dwelling SUP

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning items: an amendment to Planned Development 109 to allow a private park/playground on 10 acres at 531 W. Belt Line Road, and a Specific Use Permit to convert a garage into an accessory dwelling at 1213 Hanna Circle. The commission will also discuss diagnostic findings for a zoning and subdivision ordinance update led by Freese and Nichols, Inc.

Public hearing on ordinance amending PD-109 to allow a private park/playground on 10.041 acres at 531 W. Belt Line Road (Z-1556-26)
Public hearing on SUP to convert a garage into an accessory dwelling at 1213 Hanna Circle (Z-1557-26)
Discussion of diagnostic findings for the update to the City's Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance by Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Any …

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Tue Jul 21, 2026

City Council Meeting

Council to approve grant for zoning ordinance update

The DeSoto City Council will consider approving a $150,000 grant to update zoning and subdivision ordinances and authorize a $28,560 contract for the Danieldale Road Improvement Project. The body will also select a Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem.

Approval of $28,560 contract for Danieldale Road Improvement Project design
Consideration of $150,000 Texas General Land Office grant for zoning ordinance update
Consideration of $200,000 for Belt Line Road and Cockrell Hill Road intersection safety improvements
Public hearing on 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
Selection of Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem

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Good evening everybody. Mayor Rachel Proctor, it is 6 p.m. and I want to call the regular meeting of the DeSoto City Council to order. It is Tuesday, July 21st. I'm going to ask our city secretary if she would give us a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor, here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chish olm. Council Member Perrette Parker, here. Council Member Ken Waters, here. Council Member Brian Wesley, here. Council Member Deborah North, Council Member Letitia Hughes , here. Thank you. We'll have the first item on the agenda. First we will have the safety protocol statement by Fire Chief Brian Southard. Good evening everyone. In the event of inclement weather, we would house in here. However, we have no inclement weather expected tonight. In the event of any other emergency and we ask you to exit the building, we have an emergency exit to my right or your left or back out the main doors to your right that you came in. Once you leave the building, please remain outside until you're instructed to return. Thank you. Thank you, Chief. We'll have the next item on the agenda. Good evening. If you could bow your heads, please. Dear God, who is our Father and Jesus Christ, who is our Lord, thank you for today. Thank you for waking us up this morning, Father. Thank you for letting us sleep in peace, Father. We thank you for sending all in the begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross for our sins, Father. Thank you on the third day he rose with our power, Father. We thank you for t …

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DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's discretion to maintain an efficient flow of the meeting. Comment cards related to specific agen …

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Mon Jul 20, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to get financial report, CIP update, and certify election

This is a special meeting/work session of the DeSoto City Council. The agenda includes a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month, a presentation of the June 2026 financial report, an update on current Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), and the certification and oath of office for the re-elected Councilmember for Place 2. No discussion items are listed.

Presentation of a proclamation recognizing Parks and Recreation Month
Presentation of the June 2026 Financial Report
Update on current Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Presentation of Certificate of Election for re-elected Councilmember, Place 2
Conduct Oath of Office for re-elected Councilmember, Place 2

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Good evening everyone if I could get your attention it's 6 p.m. and today is Monday July 20th I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor and I want to welcome you all to the special meeting of the DeSoto City Council I'm going to ask our city secretary if she would give us a roll call please. Mayor Rachel L Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm. Here. Councilmember Perret Parker. Here. Councilmember Ken Waters. Here. Councilmember Brian Wesley. Here. Council member Letitia Hughes. Here. Thank you at this time we have the first item on our agenda we will now have the safety protocol statement by Fire Chief Brian Southard. Thank you good evening everyone welcome to the meeting tonight we're expecting no inclement weather just a lot of hot weather so be sure you're staying hydrated in the event of an emergency we have two exits we have an emergency exit to my right or your left or you can go back out the main doors that you came into your right once you exit the building please remain outside until you're instructed to return thank you thank you chief at this time we have the next item on our agenda please we will now have the invocation by Aaron Moore equipping pastor Concord Church with everyone please stand thank you can we please bow for a word of prayer our father and our god we come before you on this evening thanking you for your goodness your love and your mercy and our lives and specifically lifting up the city of DeSoto to you Lord we are grateful for how you have been faithful …

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Monday, July 20, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers (Reception for Outgoing/Incoming Councilmembers immediately following swearing-in ceremony) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. T …

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Fri Jul 17, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss City Manager appointment and ethics training

The City Council will meet in a special session to receive legal advice and discuss personnel matters. The meeting includes an executive session to address the appointment and duties of the City Manager and Interim City Manager.

Executive session regarding ethics training legal advice
Executive session regarding appointment, employment, and duties of the City Manager and Interim City Manager

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✓ Decided: DeSoto City Council holds special meeting, no action taken

The DeSoto City Council met in special session on July 17, 2026, and convened into executive session for legal advice on ethics training and personnel matters regarding the City Manager and Interim City Manager. After reconvening, no action was taken as a result of the executive session. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 7-0 vote.

Convened into executive session for legal advice on ethics training and personnel matters
Reconvened into regular session with no action taken
Adjourned meeting at 2:04 pm (7-0)

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Friday, July 17, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 9:30 a.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public. 1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION a. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section §551.071(2) for the purposes of the City Attorney providing legal advice …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Friday, July 17, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Friday, July 17, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes 1. CALL TO ORDER AND CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION a. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section §551.071(2) for the purposes of the City Attorney providing legal advice as it relates to: ethics training b. The City Council shall convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section §551.074, Personnel Matters: Regarding the appointment, employment, and duties of the City Manager and Interim City Manager c. Take any necessary action as a result of the Executive Session d. Reconvene into Regular Session Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meet …

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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Planning commission to discuss zoning ordinance updates and a minor auto repair shop permit

The DeSoto Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss diagnostic findings for a zoning ordinance update and hold a public hearing on a Specific Use Permit for a minor automobile repair shop at 1027 E. Belt Line Road. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for approving previous minutes and a preliminary plat for a new subdivision.

Public hearing for Specific Use Permit (SUP) at 1027 E. Belt Line Road
Discussion of Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance diagnostic findings
Approval of minutes for June 23, 2026 meeting
Recommendation for Parks Residential Subdivision preliminary plat
Executive session authorized for legal advice

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some othe …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to discuss hiring Interim City Manager in closed session

The city council will meet in special session to hold an executive session under personnel matters to deliberate candidates for the Interim City Manager position. Following the closed session, the council may reconvene and take any necessary action on the appointment.

Executive session to deliberate appointment and interviews for Interim City Manager

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda Administration Conference Room Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Monday, July 13, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 4:00 p.m. Administration Conference Room As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION (AS NEEDED) A. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.074, Personnel …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Monday, July 13, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Monday, July 13, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meeting to order at 4:04 pm. All councilmembers were present. (Councilmember Debrah North attended the meeting virtually). 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION (AS NEEDED) A. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.074, Personnel Matters, of the Texas Government Code: i. To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, and interviews of candidates for the position of Interim City Manager. ii. Reconvene into Regular Session. iii. Take any necessary action as a result of executive session. The City Council convened into Executive Session at 4::04 pm and reconvened into Regular Session at 7:30 pm. Followin …

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Wed Jun 24, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to canvass special runoff election results for Place 2

The DeSoto City Council is holding a special meeting to canvass the returns from the June 13, 2026 special runoff election and declare the results for Councilmember Place 2. The meeting includes only this election-related item and adjournment.

Consider a resolution canvassing returns and declaring results of the June 13, 2026 Special Runoff Election for Place 2 per the Texas Election Code

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✓ Decided: Council canvasses June 13 runoff election results for Place 2

The DeSoto City Council held a special meeting solely to canvass the returns of the June 13, 2026, special runoff election for Councilmember Place 2. The council approved a resolution declaring the election results, as required by the Texas Election Code. No other substantive decisions were made.

Approved resolution canvassing returns and declaring results of the June 13, 2026, Place 2 runoff election

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Good evening everybody. It is 5 p.m. It is Wednesday, June 24, 2026. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. I want to welcome you to the special meeting of the DeSoto City Council. I'm going to ask if our city secretary would give us a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chibson. Councilmember Perrette Parker. Here. Councilmember Ken Waters. Councilmember Brian Wesley. Councilmember Deborah North. Here. Councilmember Letitia Hughes. Councilmember Thank you. We'll have the first and only item on our agenda , I believe, tonight. Consider a resolution of the City Council of the City of De Soto, Texas, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special runoff election held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in the City of DeSoto for the purpose of electing a council member for place two per the Texas election code. Thank you. I'll entertain a motion. I move that we accept the canvassing results as presented. It's been moved properly seconded to accept the results as presented. Council, all in favor. Do we need to take a hand vote for this, Madam City Secretary? Okay. I'll start with you to my right, Ms. North. That's a yes? Yes. Yes, ma'am. Yes. And Councilmember Parker. Yes. All right. That passes unanimously. All right. Thank you. That is the only item on our agenda. We're going to read the official results. Yes, ma'am. Consider a resolution of the City Council of the City of De Soto, Texas, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the sp …

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's discretion …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Monday, June 24, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Monday, June 24, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Hughes Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Crystal Chism 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ELECTION MATTERS a. Consider a Resolution of the City Council of the City of DeSoto, Texas, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the Special Runoff Election held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in the City of DeSoto, for the purpose of electing a Councilmember for Place 2 per the Texas Election Code 3. ADJOURNMENT Respectfully submitted, Sofine Lewis-Aubrey, City Secretary Rachel L. Proctor, Mayor AgendaQuick ©2005–2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Tue Jun 23, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Public hearing on proposed PD-202 for 24-acre multi-family subdivision on N. Westmoreland Rd.

The DeSoto Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance for Planned Development 202 (PD-202), allowing multi-family housing with deviations on 24.274 acres at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Road. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings. The commission will also receive citizen comments and discuss community interest items.

Public hearing and possible approval of PD-202, base zoning Multiple Family (MF), on 24.274 acres at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd.
Applicant Josh Eadie; property owner Equity Trust Company (Case Z-1548-26).
Consent agenda: approval of minutes for April 28 and May 12, 2026 meetings.
Citizen appearances allowed on non-hearing topics.
Council liaison announcements and updates.

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiri …

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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustments

Zoning board to vote on lot width/depth variances at 1001 Crestwood Court

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 1001 Crestwood Court. The applicant seeks an 18-foot variance to minimum lot width and a 26-foot variance to minimum lot depth. The meeting also includes member training and approval of prior meeting minutes.

Public hearing on variances for lot width (57 ft proposed vs. 75 ft required) and lot depth (84 ft proposed vs. 110 ft required) at 1001 Crestwood Court (Case B26-02)
Training for board members led by the City Attorney’s Office
Consideration of minutes from the May 7, 2026 special meeting

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Zoning Board of Adjustments Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson LaShonda Burnett (Regular) Vice Chairperson Tanikqua Darden (Regular) Board Member Michelle Edwards Johnson (Regular) Board Member Isaac Rubio (Regular) Board Member Victor Vital (Regular) Board Member Jeffrey Burns (Alternate) Board Member Tracy Nelson (Alternate) Board Member Dianne Hawkins (Alternate) Board Member Alvin Denson Culberson Jr. (Alternate) DATE: Thursday, June 18, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. TRAINING 1. Training for Zoning Board of Adjustment Members, led by the City Attorney’s Office. D. CONSENT AGENDA Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the approval of each item in accordance with …

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

City Council Meeting

DeSoto council to seek $21M from state for water projects

The council will hold public hearings on zoning changes for child care centers and the 2026-2027 CDBG action plan. It will discuss a comprehensive commercial economic master plan and DART micro transportation. Decisions include a $21M Texas Water Development Board application, several contracts for chemicals, streambank erosion mitigation, and a police vehicle, plus a Flock safety cameras grant. An executive session addresses security and city manager matters.

Consider $21M financial assistance request to Texas Water Development Board for water and sewer projects
Public hearing on zoning amendment adding 'Child Care Center (Shared Institutional Facility)' use regulations
Authorize $165,500 professional services agreement with Gresham Smith for Ten Mile Creek Streambank Erosion Mitigation
Authorize up to $100,000 agreement with Eagle Labs Inc. for Sodium Hypochlorite and Liquid Ammonium Sulfate
Authorize purchase of 2025 Ford Interceptor for Police Department at $66,737.60

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✓ Decided: DeSoto council accepts city manager's resignation, effective July 26

The DeSoto City Council accepted City Manager Majed Al-Ghafry's resignation, effective July 26, 2026, in a 7-0 vote. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a police vehicle purchase and a budget amendment, and passed a zoning ordinance for child care centers. A proposal to explore DART micro-transit failed to advance, and a comprehensive economic master plan discussion was tabled for more information.

Accepted City Manager Majed Al-Ghafry's resignation, effective July 26, 2026 (7-0)
Approved $66,737.60 for a 2025 Ford Interceptor for Police Department (7-0)
Approved budget amendment restoring Vehicle Replacement Fund (7-0)
Approved zoning ordinance adding child care center standards (7-0)
Approved $13,774 Byrne JAG grant for Flock Safety cameras (7-0)
Approved $21M Texas Water Development Board application (7-0)
Approved completion of 2023 Water and Sewer Improvements Phase 1A (7-0)
Tabled comprehensive economic master plan for more info; DART micro-transit failed to advance (2-5)

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Good evening, everybody. Mayor Rachel Proctor. It's 5.01 p. m. and it is Tuesday, June 16, 2026. I want to welcome you all to the executive session of the DeSoto City Council. I'm going to ask if our city secretary would give us a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm. Council Member Perret Parker. Here. Council Member Ken Waters. Here. Council Member Brian Wesley. Yes. Council Member Deborah North. Here. Council Member Letitia Hughes. Here. Okay, we'll have the first item on the agenda. At this time, we'll have the safety protocol statement by Fire Chief Brian Souther. Good evening, Mayor and Council. Since we have no one in the public here yet, we'll wait until the 6 o'clock meeting to do the in-depth safety announcement, but in the event of the emergency, you guys know your safety protocol to retreat to your council chambers until we come get you. Thank you, Chief. At this time, we will have the next item on the agenda. We will now have executive session. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0761 to deliberate the deployment, implementation of security personnel and devices. Immediately followed by the City Council will convene into executive session. Thank you. At this time, we will convene into executive session. It's 5:03 p.m. and we will announce any action taken as a result should there be any. Thank you. All right. Good evening, everybody. It is 6:24 p.m. and the …

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DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 EXECUTIVE SESSION: 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers (or immediately following the executive session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's dis …

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Print Minutes Return DeSoto City Council Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a City Council Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. A. CALL TO ORDER AND CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Safety Protocol Statement: Fire Chief Bryan Southard 2. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.076(1) to deliberate the deployment, implementation of security personnel and devices 3. The City Council will convene into executive session pursuant to Texaxs Government Code Section 551.074: Deliberate the appointment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee—City Manager 4. Reconvene into Regular Session 5. Take any necessary action as a result of the Executive Session Mayor Proctor called the meeting to order at 5:01 pm. All councilmembers were present. The Council convened into executive session at 5:02 pm. Mayor Proctor reconvened the meeting into open session asked for a motion to be called …

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Mon Jun 15, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

DeSoto council to discuss DART micro-transport and zoning changes

The DeSoto City Council will hold a special meeting to review presentations, including a financial report and updates on arts programs, before discussing potential new transportation and zoning initiatives. No formal decisions are scheduled, but council members will explore DART micro-transport options, commercial district zoning, and Opportunity Zones.

Presentation of May 2026 Financial Report
Discussion on exploring DART Micro Transportation in DeSoto
Discussion on potential zoning creation for Commercial Districts
Discussion on Opportunity Zones
Presentation of Every Drop Counts Art Contest Winners

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✓ Decided: DeSoto council holds special meeting; no votes taken

The DeSoto City Council met in special session on June 15, 2026, but took no formal votes. The meeting included presentations on an art contest, a mayoral commendation, a scholarship, the May 2026 financial report, and an update on a cultural districts application. Two agenda items—DART micro transportation and commercial district zoning—were pulled with no action, and a discussion on Opportunity Zones was presented.

No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
DART Micro Transportation discussion item pulled from agenda
Commercial Districts zoning discussion item pulled from agenda

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Good evening everybody. It is Monday June 15th at 6 p.m. I 'm Mayor Rachel Proctor and I want to welcome you to the special meeting of the DeSoto City Council. At this time I 'm going to ask our city secretary to give us a roll call please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chish olm. Here. Councilmember Perrette Parker. Here. Council member Ken Waters. Here. Councilmember Brian Wesley. Here. Councilmember Deborah North. Here. Councilmember Letitia Hughes. Thank you. We'll have the first item on the agenda. At this time we'll have our safety protocol statement by Fire Chief Ryan Southern. Thank you. Good evening everyone. We're not expecting any bad weather tonight but in the event that we do have an emergency and we need you to exit the building there are two emergency exits. One to my right or your left or one back out the main doors and to your right the way you came in. Once outside please find a safe area and remain there until you are instructed to return inside the council chambers. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you chief. We'll have the next item on the agenda. Now we will have presentations and recognition and we will have a presentation of the Every Drop Counts Art contest winners. Making a presentation is community relations and grants manager Adriana Dre Jarrett. Oh so sorry I thought it was on. Good evening mayor city council staff parents and participants. Tonight we are excited to recognize the talented students who participated in our second a …

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Monday, June 15, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's discretion to maint …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. 3. CALL TO ORDER Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes Mayor Proctor called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. All councilmembers were present. 4. SAFETY PROTOCOL STATEMENT BY: FIRE CHIEF BRYAN SOUTHARD 5. PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS a. Presentation of the Every Drop Counts Art Contest Winners Community Services and External Affairs Coordinator Andreanna Jarrett made a presentation to the Every Drop Counts Art Contest Winners. b. Presentation of a Mayoral Commendation to Pastor Nathaniel L. Green, Sr., Ms. Asani Lewis, Mr. Oscar Sanchez, and Ms. Kea Thomas Mayor Proctor presented a Mayoral Commendation to Pastor …

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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustments

Variance hearing for lot width/depth at 1001 Crestwood Court

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 1001 Crestwood Court to reduce minimum lot width from 75 to 57 feet and minimum lot depth from 110 to 84 feet. The board will also receive training from the City Attorney's Office and consider approving minutes from the May 7, 2026 special meeting.

Public hearing: Adan Tellez/Blue Stairs LLC seeks 18-ft variance to lot width and 26-ft variance to lot depth at 1001 Crestwood Court (SF-9 zoning)
Training session for board members led by City Attorney's Office
Approval of minutes from May 7, 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustments Special Meeting

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson LaShonda Burnett (Regular) Vice Chairperson Tanikqua Darden (Regular) Board Member Michelle Edwards Johnson (Regular) Board Member Isaac Rubio (Regular) Board Member Victor Vital (Regular) Board Member Jeffrey Burns (Alternate) Board Member Tracy Nelson (Alternate) Board Member Dianne Hawkins (Alternate) Board Member Alvin Denson Culberson Jr. (Alternate) DATE: Thursday, June 4, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. TRAINING 1. Training for Zoning Board of Adjustments members led by City Attorney's Office. D. CONSENT AGENDA Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the approval of each item in accordance with Staff Re …

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Thu May 21, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

DeSoto commission to hear case on substandard property

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a substandard property and structures at 301 E. Wintergreen Rd. The body will consider adopting an order under Article 3.800 of the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances.

Public hearing on substandard property at 301 E. Wintergreen Rd.
Consideration of adopting an order under Article 3.800 of the City Code
Executive session authorized for legal advice on agenda items

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Good evening everyone. It's 6:02. Do we have any updates from any other members that might be on their way? I do not. Okay, so Ms. Hawkins, would you please, thank you . Thank you so much. Alrighty, now that we have a quorum, I'm going to open our meeting at 6:02 p.m. Today's date is Thursday, May 21st, 20 26. Can we start with the pledge, please? To the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indiv isible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you very much. And now at 6:03 p.m., I will open the public hearing. For this evening, on the agenda, we have, number one, conduct a public hearing to receive testimony and evidence on a substandard property in structures located at 301 East Wintergren Road, DeSoto, Texas, and discussion and consideration on the adoption of an order pursuant to the commission's authority under article 3.800 of the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances. Do we have a report from the staff? Thank you. Yes. Thank you, Chair, staff. So, as you mentioned, this evening's public hearing will be to cover the conditions at 301 East Wintergreen Road and conduct a public hearing. Excuse me. I'm sorry. I do need to swear you in. Absolutely. Let's see. If you can introduce yourself and state who you will be testifying on behalf of. Thank you. My name is Andrew Lipscomb. I'm the building official for the City of DeSoto. I'll be testifying on the City's behalf. Is there anyone else that will be testifying here …

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Building and Standards Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanikqua Darden Vice Chairperson Lashonda Burnett Board Member Michelle Edwards Johnson Board Member Victor Vital Board Member Isaac Rubio "Ike" Board Member Jeffrey Burns (Alternate) Board Member Alvin Denson Culberson Jr. (Alternate) Board Member Tracy Nelson (Alternate) Board Member Dianne Hawkins (Alternate) DATE: Thursday, May 21, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Conduct a public hearing to receive testimony and evidence on a substandard property and structures located at 301 E. Wintergreen Rd., DeSoto, Texas, and discussion and consideration on the adoption of an order pursuant to the commission's authority under Article 3.800 of the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances. D. …

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Tue May 19, 2026

City Council Meeting

DeSoto City Council to consider special run-off election for Place 2

The City Council will consider an ordinance for a special run-off election on June 13, 2026. The body will also discuss tax rate stabilization for FY 2027 and roadway infrastructure management. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property at 825 W. Wintergreen Road.

Proposed special run-off election for City Councilmember Place 2 on June 13, 2026
Proposed disbursement of $9,602.56 for FY2026 Neighborhood Matching Grant Program
Proposed agreement with Parade on Main for CDBG Program Administrator Services
Proposed resolution for Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP to collect delinquent PID assessments for Homestead at Daniel Farms
Discussion on Streambank Erosion Mitigation Cost Share Program for residential properties

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Good evening everybody it is 6:00 p.m. I'm Mayor Rachel Pro ctor and today is Tuesday May 19th and I want to welcome you to the regular meeting of the DeSoto City Council at this time I'm going to ask our city secretary if she would give us a roll call please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm here. Councilmember Perrette Parker here. Councilmember Ken Waters here. Councilmember Brian Wesley here. Councilmember Deborah North here. Councilmember Letitia Hughes Thank you we'll have the first item on the agenda. At this time we will have the safety protocol statement by Fire Chief Brian Southern. Good evening thankfully we are through the dangerous storms that we were anticipating this evening we'll have a little bit more rain but weathermen can be wrong so in the event we have inclement weather we will shelter inside this building we'll actually be sheltering inside our HR and economic development offices so if that happens we will order you to follow staff staffs on the first two rows here or you can follow myself or chief Costa and we will lead you to where you'll need to go in the event of any other emergency that we need to exit the building we have an emergency exit to my right or your left or you can go back out the same doors you came into to your right if you leave the building due to an emergency we ask that you remain outside in a safe place until we come and get you and let you know it's clear to return back to the meeting and remember safe …

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DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 EXECUTIVE SESSION: 5:00pm Council Chambers REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers (or immediately following executive session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's discretion to maintain a …

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Print Minutes Return DeSoto City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. A. CALL TO ORDER AND CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Safety Protocol Statement by: Fire Chief Bryan Southard 2. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase, exchange, and lease of real property as it relates to 825 W. Wintergreen Road, Thorntree Golf Club and RFP 2025-027 3. Take any necessary action as a result of the Executive Session 4. Reconvene into Regular Session Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. All councilmembers were present. Council convened into executive session at 6:03 pm. Council reconvened into regular session at 6:58 pm. No action was taken as a result of the executive session. B. REGULAR SESSION AGENDA - CALL TO ORDER Prese …

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Mon May 18, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to discuss Drainage Master Plan, swear in new Place 4 councilmember

The DeSoto City Council holds a special work session to receive the April 2026 financial report and discuss the City's Drainage Master Plan. The meeting also includes election protocol: recognizing outgoing Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr., presenting a certificate of election, and administering the oath of office to the Councilmember-Elect for Place 4.

Presentation of Financial Report for April 2026
Presentation and discussion of the City of DeSoto Drainage Master Plan
Recognition of outgoing Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr.
Present Certificate of Election to Councilmember-Elect for Place 4
Administer Oath of Office to Councilmember-Elect for Place 4

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✓ Decided: Brian Wesley sworn in as DeSoto councilmember for Place 4

The DeSoto City Council held a special meeting to present the Certificate of Election and administer the Oath of Office to Brian Wesley for Place 4, following his election victory. The council also received a financial report for April 2026 and a presentation on the Drainage Master Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

Presented Certificate of Election to Brian Wesley for Place 4
Administered Oath of Office to Brian Wesley for Place 4
Recognized outgoing Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. with eagle award
Received April 2026 Financial Report
Discussed Drainage Master Plan

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Good evening everybody if I could get your attention please . If I could get your attention please. If everybody could be seated so that we can start our meeting this evening. We thank everyone for being here tonight. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. It is Tuesday, it is Monday excuse me May 18th at 6:00 p.m. and I want to call our City Council meeting to order. I'm going to ask our City Secretary if she would start us off with a roll call please . Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm. Councilmember Per rette Parker. Councilmember Ken Waters. Councilmember Andre Bird Sr. Councilmember Deborah North. Councilmember Leticia Hughes. Excuse me we will have the first item on our agenda please. At this time we will have the invocation by Carl Sherman Jr. of Oak Gardens Church. Would everyone please stand? Mayor Pro Tempo: Good evening Mayor Council. Just a point of distinction. I'm a member at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship so thank you. Lord we love you. We thank you so much for this day that you've graced us with. The ability to inhale and exhale and just another opportunity to walk in your faithfulness, your love, your care, your concern for us. And Lord this evening we lift up the City of De Soto. We ask a special blessing of protection, of provision, of wisdom and discernment. We ask that you will be a shining light in a dark room that you will relive or lift and remove any veil that may be blocking and impeding the decision making of this council. Lord we thank you for …

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Monday, May 18, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers (Reception for Outgoing/Incoming Councilmembers immediately following swearing-in ceremony) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time lim …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 18, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 18, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Brian Wesley Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. 2. INVOCATION: CARL SHERMAN, JR., OAK GARDENS CHURCH 3. PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS a. Presentation of Financial Report April 2026 Finance Director Lakeita Sutton presented the Financial Report for April 2026. b. Presentation and Discussion on the City of DeSoto Drainage Master Plan Waqar Fatimah and Kathryn Jennings of Halff Associates gave a presentation and facilitated a discussion on the City of DeSoto Drainage Master Plan. 4. ELECTION PROTOCOL …

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Wed May 13, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to canvass May 2 General Election results

The City Council will meet to consider a resolution canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the May 2, 2026, General Election. This process determines the elected Councilmembers for Place 2 and Place 4.

Canvassing of General Election results for Councilmember Place 2 and Place 4

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✓ Decided: DeSoto canvasses election results; Place 4 winner declared, Place 2 runoff set

The City Council canvassed the May 2, 2026 General Election results. Brian Wesley was declared elected to Councilmember Place 4. No candidate received a majority for Place 2, so a runoff election was ordered for June 13, 2026. The resolution approving the canvass passed unanimously.

Approved resolution canvassing election results (unanimous)
Declared Brian Wesley elected to Councilmember Place 4
Ordered runoff election for Councilmember Place 2 on June 13, 2026

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Good evening, everybody. It is Wednesday, May 13, 2026. I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor and it is 5 p.m. I want to call the special meeting of the DeSoto City Council to order. I'm going to ask our city secretary if she would give us a roll call, please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm. Here. Councilmember Perrette Parker. Councilmember Ken Waters. Here. Councilmember Andre Byrd Sr. Here. Councilmember Deborah North. Councilmember Letitia Hughes. Here. Thank you. We'll have the first and only item on our agenda this evening. Consider a resolution of the City Council of the City of De Soto, Texas, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the general election held on Saturday, May 2, 20 26, in the City of DeSoto for the purpose of electing Council member for Place 2 and Councilmember for Place 4 per the Texas Election Code. Consider a resolution of the City Council of the City of De Soto, Texas, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the general election held on May 2, 2026, in the City of DeSoto for the purpose of electing Council member for Place 2 and Councilmember for Place 4 per the Texas Election Code. The City of DeSoto conducted its general election on May 2, 2026, with the purpose of electing qualified candidates to the offices of Councilmember Places 2 and 4 as applicable. In accordance with the Texan Election Code and the City of DeSoto City Charter, the City Council is required to canv ass the election results and decla …

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's discretion to maintain an efficient f …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 13, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 13, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. All councilmembers were present. Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Letitia Hughes Absent: Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Debrah North 2. ELECTION MATTERS a. Consider a Resolution of the City Council of the City of DeSoto, Texas, canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the General Election held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the City of DeSoto, for the purpose of electing Councilmember for Place 2 and a Councilmember for Place 4 per the Texas Election Code. City Secretary Lewis-Aubrey presented the staff report and canvassed the returns of the May 2, 2026 General Election. Based on the certified election results, Brian Wesley was declared elected to the office of Councilmember, Place 4. For Councilmember, …

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Tue May 12, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Public hearing on new child care center zoning regulations

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to revise child care center regulations and definitions (Case Z-1551-26) and consider a recommendation to the City Council. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes. A work session will gather stakeholder input for a diagnostic review of the city's zoning and subdivision ordinances with consultant Freese & Nichols.

Public hearing on ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add Section 43.28 "Child Care Centers (Shared Institutional Facility)" and update definitions (Case Z-1551-26)
Consent agenda: approval of minutes from April 28, 2026 meeting
Work session discussion with Freese & Nichols on diagnostic review of zoning and subdivision ordinances

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers WORK SESSION: 7:00pm Council Conference Room (or immediately following Regular Session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not li …

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Mon May 11, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

DeSoto City Council to hold FY2027 budget workshop

The City Council will conduct a special work session to review the proposed FY2027 budget. The meeting includes discussions on departmental highlights, various city funds, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

FY 2027 Budget Priorities
DeSoto Development Corporation (DDC) Budget & Work Plan
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
General Fund, Hotel Occupancy Fund, and Public Utilities discussions
Parks & Recreation Department operations updates for ARC, Town Center, and Senior Center

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✓ Decided: Council reviews proposed FY2027 budget, no votes taken

The DeSoto City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed FY2027 budget, including the General Fund, Hotel Occupancy Fund, DDC budget, Public Utilities, and other funds. Staff presented departmental highlights and updates on Parks and Recreation operations. No formal decisions were made; the only action was adjourning the meeting.

Adjourned meeting at 1:30 pm (5-0)

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DeSoto City Council Special Meeting Agenda Proposed FY2027 Budget Workshop Multi-Purpose Room DeSoto Aquatic and Recreation Center (ARC) 1400 Academy Way DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Monday, May 11, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: The order of items on this agenda may be modified at the discretion of the Mayor. As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via videoconference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The sta …

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Return DeSoto Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 11, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a Special City Council Meeting Monday, May 11, 2026 in the Multipurpose Room of the DeSoto Aquatic and Recreation Center, 1400 Academy Way, DeSoto, Texas. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meeting to order at 8:16 am. A quorum of the City Council was present. Present: Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes Absent: Councilmember Andre' Byrd, Sr. 2. WELCOME Finance Director Lakeita Sutton introduced the workshop agenda and facilitator. Deputy City Manager Isom Cameron provided remarks regarding the alignment of departmental goals with the City’s Strategic Plan. 3. INTRODUCTION TO THE PROPOSED FY2027 BUDGET i. FY 2027 Budget Priorities ii. Discussion of General Fund iii. Departmental Highlights iv. Discussion of Hotel Occupancy Fund v. Discussion of DeSoto Development Corporation (DDC) Budget & Work Plan vi. Discussion of Public Utilities v …

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Thu May 7, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustments

Board to hear variance request for lot size at 1001 Crestwood Court

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a variance application from Adan Tellez for property at 1001 Crestwood Court, seeking reductions in minimum lot width and depth. The board will also elect a vice chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and participate in a work session to discuss a diagnostic review of the city's zoning and subdivision ordinances with consultants Freese & Nichols.

Public hearing for variance to minimum lot width (57 ft vs. 75 ft required) and lot depth (84 ft vs. 110 ft required) at 1001 Crestwood Court (Case B26-01)
Election of a Vice Chairperson for the Zoning Board of Adjustment
Approval of minutes from the January 8, 2026 regular meeting
Training session for board members on zoning board procedures
Work session discussion with Freese & Nichols on diagnostic review of zoning and subdivision ordinances

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Zoning Board of Adjustments Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson LaShonda Burnett Board Member Dianne Hawkins Board Member Isaac Rubio Board Member Tanikqua Darden Board Member Michelle Edwards Johnson Board Member Victor Vital Board Member Jeffrey Burns Board Member Tracy Nelson Board Member Alvin Denson Culberson Jr. DATE: Tuesday, May 7, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers WORK SESSION: 7:00pm Council Conference Room (or immediately following Regular Session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. TRAINING 1. Training for Zoning Board of Adjustment Board Members. D. ELECTIONS 1. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the Zoning Board of Adjustment E. CONSENT …

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Tue May 5, 2026

City Council Meeting

Council to consider new multi-family subdivision on N. Westmoreland Rd.

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for a 24.274-acre site to allow for a new subdivision. The body will also consider updates to garbage and brush collection ordinances and a police vehicle purchase.

Public hearing for Case No. Z-1548-26 to establish Planned Development 202 for a multi-family subdivision at 214, 220, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd.
Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 13 'Utilities' regarding residential garbage, brush, and bulky waste placement and penalties up to $500
Purchase contract with Sam Pack's Five Star Ford for one 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicle for $65,762.60
Grant application for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Task Force to reduce catalytic converter theft in the amount of $327,054
Completion of construction for the Gilbert Avenue, Reedsport Place, and Stinnett Place Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project

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✓ Decided: Council approves $327K grant application for catalytic converter theft prevention

The DeSoto City Council approved a resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Task Force for $327,054 to fund initiatives preventing catalytic converter theft and other motor vehicle-related crimes. The vote was 5-1, with Councilmember Ken Waters voting nay. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included several proclamations, acceptance of a sewer project, a vehicle purchase, and an ordinance on brush and bulky waste placement. A public hearing on a proposed Planned Development (PD-202) at N. Westmoreland Rd. was removed from the agenda at the City Manager's request.

Approved resolution to submit $327,054 grant application for catalytic converter theft prevention (5-1)
Approved consent agenda including proclamations, sewer project acceptance, Ford Police Interceptor purchase ($65,762.60), and brush/bulky waste ordinance (6-0)
Removed public hearing for PD-202 (N. Westmoreland Rd.) from agenda at City Manager's request

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Good evening, everybody. It is Tuesday, May 5th. It's 4 p.m . I'm Mayor Rachel Proctor. I want to welcome you to our meeting of the DeSoto City Council. I'm going to ask our city secretary if she would give us the first item on the agenda, please. Do you want to do a roll call, Mayor? Yes. Okay. First, we will have a roll call. Mayor Rachel L. Pro ctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm. Here. Council Member Perrette Parker. Council Member Ken Waters. Here. Council Member Andre Byrd Sr. Council Member Deborah North. Council Member Letitia Hughes. And do you have to reflect who is on Zoom, I believe, right ? Yes, sir. Thank you. Thank you, city attorney. There it is, actually, in the back. Oh, okay. Okay. At this time, I'm going to have the first item on our agenda. Yes, ma'am. We will now have the safety protocol by fire chief Ryan Southern. Good evening, Mayor and Council. Y'all know where to go in the event of the emergency. However, we are monitoring the weather. We do have a slight chance of some isolated severe thunderstorms this evening, starting about six o'clock to midnight. So while we're here, in the event that the weather does get bad, you all will retreat back to your, not to the council chambers, but to either the hallway in the council chambers or to your kitchen area. And that's where y'all will shelter in place. And then this evening, when the public gets here, we'll give them their shelter and in-place instructions, just in case the weather turns. But we'l …

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DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Andre Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 EXECUTIVE SESSION: 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers (or immediately following executive session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's discre …

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Print Minutes Return DeSoto City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 5, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. A. CALL TO ORDER AND CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Safety Protocol Statement by: Fire Chief Bryan Southard 2. The City Council shall convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section §551.074, Personnel Matters: Regarding the appointment, employment, and evaluation of the Judge and City Attorney 3. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section, §551.072, Deliberations about Real Property regarding the purchase, exchange, or lease, of real property as it relates to the NW Corner and SW Corner of Hampton Road and RFQ-2026-002 Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Initiative 4. The City Council will convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section §551.072 Real Estate: Deliberation regarding real property–to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located within the city limi …

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Commission to consider new planned development for subdivision on N. Westmoreland Rd.

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider establishing Planned Development 202. This proposal involves a base zoning district of Multiple Family for a new subdivision on approximately 24.274 acres.

Public hearing for Planned Development 202 (Zoning Case No.: Z-1548-26) at 214, 220, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd.
Proposed zoning of Multiple Family (MF) for a new subdivision on 24.274 acres

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✓ Decided: Commission tables PD-202 multifamily subdivision to June 23

The DeSoto Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on a proposed Planned Development 202 (PD-202) for a multifamily subdivision at 214, 220, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd. After hearing a staff report and applicant presentation, the commission voted 4-0 to table the case to the June 23, 2026, regular meeting. The commission also approved the March 24, 2026, meeting minutes 4-0 and adjourned at 7:09 pm.

Tabled PD-202 multifamily subdivision at N. Westmoreland Rd. to June 23, 2026 (4-0)
Approved minutes of March 24, 2026, regular meeting (4-0)
Adjourned meeting at 7:09 pm (4-0)

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone …

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Return PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING TOWN CENTER - COUNCIL CHAMBERS Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Present: Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Absent: Chairperson Tanya Brooks Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones Staff Present: Kaleb Smith, Assistant City Attorney Jacqueline Culton, Assistant Director of Development Services Cambria Jordan, Planning & Zoning Manager Srushti Patel, City Planner A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pledge led by Commissioner Serita Edwards. B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER Meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Cit …

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Tue Apr 21, 2026

City Council Meeting

DeSoto City Council to consider 10-year strategic plan and new 8-liner ordinance

The City Council will discuss the 'Mapping DeSoto's Future 2035' strategic plan and an ordinance regulating amusement redemption machines. The meeting includes public hearings on two development projects and several contract approvals for city infrastructure and equipment.

Approval of 'Mapping DeSoto's Future 2035' 10-Year Strategic Plan
Ordinance prohibiting certain amusement redemption machines ('8-liners') with fines up to $2,000
Public hearing for site plan at 400 E. Pleasant Run Rd. (Case No. SP-699-26)
Public hearing for ordinance amending PD-20 at 1307 N. I-35E (Case No. Z-1542-25)
Contracts: $134,729.31 for Westmoreland Road testing and $73,935.00 for Senior Center roof replacement

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Good evening everybody. My name is Mayor Rachel Proctor. It 's April 21st and it is 4:30 p.m. and I want to call the executive session of the DeSoto City Council to order. I'm going to ask our city secretary to please provide us with a roll call please. Mayor Rachel L. Proctor. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chisholm. Here. Councilmember Perret Parker. Councilmember Ken Waters. Councilmember Andre Byrd Sr. Councilmember Deborah North. Here. Councilmember Letitia Hughes. Here. Thank you. I'm going to ask for the first item on the agenda please. First we will have the safety protocol by Fire Chief Whitaker. Everyone in case of a weather emergency we're going to remain in here. Any other type of emergency we're going to exit the building or find a safe spot. You're going to stay there until somebody comes and gets you. With that, have a good meeting. Thank you. I'm going to ask for the next item on the agenda please. The next item is the City Council shall convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074 personnel matters regarding the appointment , employment, and evaluation. of the City Manager. Thank you. Do we have any cards on this item? We do. Okay. Dr. Dinah Marks. Good evening, Dr. Marks. Please state your name and your city of residence for the record. You have three minutes to speak. Thank you. Dr. Dinah Marks DeSoto. I rise tonight to express my deep disdain. Not in the opening of the art, but rather the fact that certain key players were …

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DeSoto City Council Meeting Agenda City Council Chambers Jim Baugh Government Center DeSoto City Hall 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX 75115 (972) 230-9646 Mayor Rachel L. Proctor Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Chism Councilmember Pierette Parker Councilmember Ken Waters Councilmember Andre Byrd, Sr. Councilmember Debrah North Councilmember Letitia Hughes DATE: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 EXECUTIVE SESSION: 4:30pm Council Chambers REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers (or immediately following executive session) As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.127, one or more members of the governing body may appear via video-conference call. The presiding officer and a quorum of the City Council will be physically present at this meeting. DeSoto City Council Meetings are open to the public and will be live-streamed on DeSoto's website at www.desototexas.gov for those wanting to view the meeting online. Attendees may speak on any item listed on the agenda during that portion of the agenda; however, for topics not scheduled, attendees will speak during Citizen Appearances. The standard time limit is 3 minutes per speaker and may be modified at the Mayor's di …

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Print Minutes Return DeSoto City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2026 The City Council of the City of DeSoto held a City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2026, in the Jim Baugh Government Center (City Hall), 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. A. CALL TO ORDER AND CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Safety Protocol Statement by: Fire Chief Bryan Southard 2. The City Council shall convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section §551.074, Personnel Matters: Regarding the appointment, employment, and evaluation of the City Manager 3. Take any necessary action as a result of the Executive Session 4. Reconvene into Regular Session Mayor Rachel L. Proctor called the meeting to order at 4:30 pm. All councilmembers were present except for Councilmember Ken Waters. Fire Chief Bryan Southard gave a Safety Protocol Statement. The following addressed the City Council regarding the Executive Session: Dinah Marks City of DeSoto The City Council convened into Executive Session at 4:35 pm. The City Council reconvened into Regular Session at 6:20 pm. No ac …

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)

Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.

$3.2M	FHC CONTRACTING INC Department of Veterans Affairs · MULTIPLE AWARD TASK ORDER CONTRACT FOR MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND CONSTRU
$2.2M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · NEMT SERVICE FOR DETROIT VAMCE
$2.0M	ACUMEN ENTERPRISES INC Department of Defense · REPLACE HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING AT AIRMAN LEADERSHIP
$1.2M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FOR COLUMBUS VAACC. EO 14398
$1.2M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORT FOR DAYTON VAMC
$1.2M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORT FOR DAYTON VAMC
$1.1M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORT FOR DAYTON VAMC
$1.1M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FOR DAYTON VAMC
$1.0M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FOR COLUMBUS VAACC.
$1.0M	G & M AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORT, INC Department of Veterans Affairs · EO14042

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Dallas County)

County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.

Net migration-29,269 people (-$1.30B net AGI · 2023)

Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Hurricane": 8, "Severe Storm": 6, "Flood": 4, "Fire": 4, " · last Fri May 17, 2024)

Business establishments71,182 (1,648,702 employees · 2023)

Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,884/mo (755 assisted households · 2025)

Adults with low literacy33.3% (low numeracy 45% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Recorded votes

147

Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.449

All kids

0.376

Black kids

0.319

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