Aubrey public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider preliminary and final plats for two phases of the Highpointe Ranch development. The body will also address budget amendments, a historic preservation ordinance, and a contract for license plate readers.

• Preliminary and Final Plats for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 (219 lots) and Phase 3 (145 lots)
• Five-year contract with Flock Safety for six License Plate Readers in the Silverado development
• Ordinance adopting Chapter 16, 'Historic Preservation,' and establishing a Historic Preservation Commission
• Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Interlocal Agreement with Denton County for Fire and EMS Services

The Aubrey City Council approved preliminary and final plats for Highpointe Ranch Phases 2 and 3, totaling 364 residential lots, with conditions. It also adopted a Historic Preservation ordinance, appointed commission members, and denied an ETJ removal petition. Consent items, including a Flock Safety license plate reader contract and budget amendment, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 preliminary and final plats (3-0)
• Approved Highpointe Ranch Phase 3 preliminary and final plats (3-0)
• Approved Flock Safety LPR contract and Sandbrock Development Agreement amendment (3-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment ordinance (3-0)
• Approved Denton County Fire/EMS interlocal agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Historic Preservation ordinance (4-0)
• Appointed Historic Preservation Commission members (4-0)
• Denied ARCK Developers ETJ removal petition (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and make recommendations to the City Council on four plat applications for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 and Phase 3, covering both preliminary and final plats. The commission will also review a site plan for a restaurant to be located at 403 S. Main Street. Additionally, the commission will act on the minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting.

• Preliminary Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 – 219 residential lots and 2 HOA/non‑residential lots on ~38.154 acres (KLB Buy 3, LLC)
• Final Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 – same 219 residential lots and 2 HOA/non‑residential lots on ~38.154 acres (KLB Buy 3, LLC)
• Preliminary Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 3 – 146 residential lots and 1 HOA/non‑residential lot on ~31.067 acres (KLB Buy 3, LLC)
• Final Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 3 – same 146 residential lots and 1 HOA/non‑residential lot on ~31.067 acres (KLB Buy 3, LLC)
• Site plan for a restaurant at 403 S. Main Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of preliminary and final plats for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 (219 lots) and Phase 3 (146 lots), each with conditions. A site plan for a restaurant at 403 S. Main Street was postponed after the applicant requested a 30-day extension. Minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting were approved with one abstention.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 (6-0) with conditions
• Approved Final Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 2 (6-0) with conditions
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 3 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Highpointe Ranch Phase 3 (6-0) with condition
• No action on restaurant site plan at 403 S. Main Street; 30-day extension requested
• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes (5-1, one abstention)

Municipal Development District Board

The Municipal Development District Board will consider routine consent items, including approval of the November 19, 2024 minutes, the monthly financial report, and an amended targeted improvement grant resolution. New business will cover board training and a staff activity report overview. The board will recess into Executive Session to deliberate economic development negotiations for the Grant at 930 Hwy. 377 S and real‑property matters concerning the Hwy. 377 South Commercial Corridor.

• Approve minutes of the November 19, 2024 meeting (consent agenda)
• Approve Monthly Financial Report (consent agenda)
• Approve Amended Targeted Improvement Grant Resolution (consent agenda)
• Executive Session: discuss economic development negotiations for Grant – 930 Hwy. 377 S
• Executive Session: deliberate real‑property purchase/lease for Hwy. 377 South Commercial Corridor

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board approved the consent agenda, which included the November 19, 2024 minutes and an amended Targeted Improvement Grant Resolution, but excluded the November 2024 financial report. The board also received training and heard a staff report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, amended grant resolution) excluding November financials (6-0)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 MDD Board meeting (part of consent agenda)
• Approved amended Targeted Improvement Grant Resolution (part of consent agenda)
• Convened into executive session at 6:42 p.m. (6-0)
• Reconvened into open session at 7:45 p.m. (6-0)
• Adjourned at 7:47 p.m. (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Aubrey Parks and Recreation Board will discuss construction updates for Trivedi Park, Matthews Park, Veterans Park, and Highmeadow Park, and will review current construction and future needs for Leslie Park. The board will consider and act on the minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes community announcements, citizen input, and discussion of future agenda requests.

• Discussion of construction updates on Trivedi Park, Matthews Park, Veterans Park, and Highmeadow Park
• Discussion of Leslie Park's current construction and future needs
• Consideration and action on the minutes of the October 1, 2024 meeting
• Community announcements and citizen input
• Discussion of future agenda requests

The Aubrey Parks and Recreation Board met December 3, 2024 with four of eleven members present and approved the minutes of its October 1, 2024 meeting (4-0). Most of the meeting was staff updates rather than decisions: Parks Superintendent Kurt Karnowski reported construction timelines for Matthews, Highmeadow, Veterans, Trivedi and Leslie Parks. The only recorded vote was on the minutes; no other action items were decided.

• Approved minutes of the October 1, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• No other substantive decisions recorded; remainder was staff updates and discussion

City Council

The Aubrey City Council will consider a series of routine and development‑related items, including approvals of agreements, plats, and a public hearing for a new improvement district. The council will vote on awarding the Highmeadow Park construction contract for up to $395,240.90 and on a professional services agreement for stormwater management up to $30,000. Additional items include amendments to the Sandbrock Development Agreement, an extension request for the Sandbrock Ranch Phase 13 plat, and the assignment of the Palomino Development Agreement. The meeting also includes an executive‑session to discuss pending litigation and real‑property matters.

• Approve Second Amendment to the Sandbrock Development Agreement
• Approve request for extension of the Sandbrock Ranch Phase 13 Preliminary Plat expiration date
• Approve Assignment and Assumption of the Palomino Development Agreement from Lennar Homes of Texas and Jen Holdco 24 LLC
• Hold public hearing to create the Palomino Public Improvement District (approximately 39.993 acres)
• Award bid for Highmeadow Park Construction Project, not to exceed $395,240.90

The Aubrey City Council approved the creation of the Palomino Public Improvement District and the preliminary plat for the Duck Point subdivision. They also awarded a construction bid for Highmeadow Park, approved a wine and malt beverage permit for Upper Park Café, and finalized development agreements for Sandbrock Ranch and Silverado.

• Approved creation of Palomino Public Improvement District (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for wine/malt retailer at 200 S. Main (4-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Duck Point subdivision (5-0)
• Approved pole sign site plan for Mr. Green’s Car Wash (4-1)
• Approved Final Plat for Sandbrock Ranch, Phase 13 (5-0)
• Approved stormwater services agreement up to $30,000 (5-0)
• Awarded Highmeadow Park construction bid to Perfect Finish Landscaping up to $395,240.90 (4-1)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Fire/EMS with Providence Village (5-0)

Municipal Development District Board

The Municipal Development District Board will review a strategic plan and conduct board training. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss real estate, grants, and economic development negotiations.

• Final draft of the Strategic Plan from Catalyst Commercial
• Aubrey MDD Board Training
• Executive session regarding a Real Estate Broker agreement and grants
• Executive session regarding commercial property
• Executive session regarding Highway 377 Commercial and Downtown Development Projects

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board approved the final draft of the Strategic Plan from Catalyst Commercial with no changes, in a 7-0 vote. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the October meeting minutes and the October financial report. Board training was conducted, including presentations on financial reporting, budget processes, and the Strategic Plan goals, followed by an executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including October minutes and financial report (7-0)
• Approved final draft of Strategic Plan from Catalyst Commercial with no changes (7-0)
• Recessed into executive session (7-0)
• Reconvened into open session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land use and development requests to recommend to City Council. These include a permit for alcohol sales at a restaurant and two large-scale residential plat approvals.

• Public hearing for a wine and malt beverage retailer's on-premise permit at 200 S. Main (Upper Park Café)
• Preliminary Plat for Duck Point featuring 448 residential and 8 non-residential lots on 159.939 acres
• Final Plat for Sandbrock Ranch, Phase 13, featuring 282 residential lots on 82.756 acres
• Site Plan Application for a pole sign at Prator Addition, Block A, Lot 3 (Mr. Green’s Car Wash)

The Aubrey Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for on-premise wine and malt beverage sales at Upper Park Café, 200 S. Main. They also recommended approval of a 448-lot preliminary plat for Duck Point with nine conditions, a pole sign site plan for Mr. Green's Car Wash with two conditions, and the final plat for Sandbrock Ranch Phase 13. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Specific Use Permit for wine/malt on-premise at Upper Park Café (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Duck Point, 448 lots, with 9 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan for pole sign at Mr. Green's Car Wash with 2 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Sandbrock Ranch Phase 13, 282 lots (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 10, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board

The Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board will consider routine consent items, including approval of the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes. The board will also receive a monthly report, discuss library updates and programming, and consider requests for future agenda items. No other actions will be taken on items not listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the September 3, 2024 Library Board meeting
• Review monthly report and calendar
• Discuss library updates and programming
• Consider future agenda requests from board members, city staff, and citizens

The Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board met on November 12, 2024 with quorum present. The board approved the minutes of the September 3, 2024 meeting by motion. Under new business, the board discussed the monthly report and calendar but took no action. A citizen input discussion covered whether there are restrictions on children checking out books; the board noted it is up to parents to monitor what their kids check out and suggested Common Sense Media as a review resource.

• Approved minutes of the September 3, 2024 Library Board meeting (motion carried)
• No action taken on the monthly report and calendar

City Council

The City Council will discuss the creation of a new Tax Increment Investment Zone and a Public Improvement District. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and a new drought contingency plan.

• Ordinance 883-24 adopting a new Drought Contingency and Water Conservation Plan
• Ordinance 884-24 creating Tax Increment Investment Zone No. 4 (Duck Point) for 159.9 acres
• Targeted Improvement grant of $30,000 for Dos Mezclas Restaurant at 202 B South Main Street
• Engineering services agreement with Birkhoff, Hendricks and Carter for F.M. 428 Lift Station Improvements not to exceed $108,000
• Grant of $33,574.68 from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for 6 ventilators

The Aubrey City Council approved a resolution authorizing eminent domain to acquire a 0.024-acre permanent sanitary sewer easement for a public project, and approved the Fifth Amendment to the Fire Protection Services Agreement with Elm Ridge, Paloma Creek Fresh Water Supply Districts, and the Town of Providence Village. The council also approved several consent items, a final plat, a public improvement district resolution, a tax increment reinvestment zone, a grant, and an engineering services agreement.

• Approved Resolution 987-24 authorizing eminent domain for a 0.024-acre sewer easement (3-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Fire Protection Services Agreement with Elm Ridge, Paloma Creek FWSDs, and Providence Village (3-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Aubrey FM 2931 Storage with condition (2-1)
• Approved Resolution 986-24 setting public hearing for Palomino Public Improvement District (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 884-24 creating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 4 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 984-24 granting $30,000 to Dos Mezclas Restaurant (3-0)
• Accepted $33,574.68 grant from Firehouse Subs for 6 ventilators (3-0)
• Approved engineering services agreement for FM 428 Lift Station Improvements up to $108,000 (3-0)

Municipal Development District Board

The Municipal Development District Board will approve the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes and the August and September 2024 financial report. It will elect a President, Vice President, and Secretary for a one‑year term ending September 30, 2025, who will be authorized to sign for district funds. The board will also consider an administrative services agreement with the City of Aubrey and recommended Economic Development video graphic add‑ons. A staff report on September 2024 activities will be reviewed.

• Approve minutes of the September 18, 2024 meeting
• Approve Monthly Financial Report for August and September 2024
• Elect President, Vice President, and Secretary for a term expiring September 30, 2025
• Consider administrative services agreement with the City of Aubrey
• Consider recommended Economic Development video graphic add‑ons

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board held a work session with a final presentation from Catalyst Consulting Group on the Strategic Plan, with no action taken. In the regular session, the board unanimously approved the consent agenda, elected Holly Drew as President, Mike Browning as Vice President, and Erin Bogar as Secretary for one-year terms, and approved an Administrative Services Agreement with the City of Aubrey. The board also approved up to $7,000 for video graphic add-ons to the economic development video contract.

• Approved consent agenda including September 18, 2024 minutes and August/September 2024 financial report (6-0)
• Elected Holly Drew as President for one-year term (6-0)
• Elected Mike Browning as Vice President for one-year term (6-0)
• Elected Erin Bogar as Secretary for one-year term (6-0)
• Approved elected officers to sign for funds for banking and financial accounts (6-0)
• Approved Administrative Services Agreement with City of Aubrey (6-0)
• Approved Executive Director to select video graphic add-ons not to exceed $7,000 (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a final plat application for a 5.7230‑acre storage site (Lot 1, Block A) located west of FM 2931 and north of Frontier Parkway in the Aubrey ETJ. The commission will also act on the minutes from its September 12, 2024 meeting. No other items are scheduled for action.

• Consider and recommend final plat for Lot 1, Block A, Aubrey FM 2931 Storage (≈5.7230 acres) west of FM 2931, north of Frontier Parkway
• Approve minutes of the September 12, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Final Plat for Lot 1, Block A, Aubrey FM 2931 Storage, a 5.7230-acre site west of FM 2931 and north of Frontier Parkway in the ETJ. The approval was conditioned on City Council approval of the Subdivision Ordinance Waiver/Suspension. The motion passed 4-2, with Commissioners Smith and Stone opposed. The commission also approved the September 12, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0).

• Approved Final Plat for Aubrey FM 2931 Storage with condition that City Council approve the Subdivision Ordinance Waiver/Suspension (4-2)
• Denied motion to deny the plat based on fire access waiver (failed for lack of second)
• Denied motion to deny the variance based on Subdivision Ordinance objection (2-4)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on current park construction projects and a request from AAYSA for field‑maintenance assistance. The Board will consider and act on the purchase of potential park land located on FM 2931. The Board will also consider and act on the minutes from its August 6, 2024 meeting. No other actions are scheduled.

• Consider and act on purchase of potential park land on FM 2931
• Consider and act on minutes from the August 6, 2024 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Receive update and discuss current park construction projects
• Receive update and discuss AAYSA request for field‑maintenance assistance

The Aubrey Parks and Recreation Board approved the purchase of potential park land on FM 2931 (4-0, with one member absent). The board also approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024 meeting. Updates were provided on park construction projects and a request from AAYSA for field maintenance assistance.

• Approved purchase of potential park land on FM 2931 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 6, 2024 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Aubrey City Council will dedicate a new Community Center, approve routine staff reports, and consider a $60 million bond issuance for water and wastewater improvements. The meeting includes public hearings on annexing land for the Blackjack and Palomino developments and approving a specific use permit for a restaurant.

• Dedication of new Community Center and Council Chambers
• Approval of $60M water and wastewater bond series 2024A
• Public hearing on annexing 20 acres for Blackjack development
• Public hearing on annexing 47.3 acres for Palomino development
• Approval of specific use permit for Dos Mezclas Restaurant

The council approved a $60 million bond issuance for water and wastewater improvements, along with multiple consent items including park improvements, engineering agreements, and interlocal agreements. It also approved annexations and zoning changes for two developments, a special use permit for a restaurant, and several board appointments. The meeting ended with an executive session and approval of amendments to the city manager's contract.

• Approved $60M bond issuance for water/wastewater improvements (3-0)
• Approved $445,010 bid for Matthew's Park Improvements to D.L. Meacham (3-0)
• Approved engineering agreements with Birkhoff, Hendricks and Carter totaling $1.58M (3-0)
• Approved interlocal agreements with Krugerville for fire/EMS and library services (3-0)
• Approved special use permit for alcohol sales at Dos Mezclas Restaurant (3-0)
• Approved annexation and PD zoning for 20-acre Blackjack Pretium Capital tract (3-0)
• Approved annexation and PD zoning for 47.3-acre Palomino tract with conditions (3-0)
• Approved city manager contract amendments (3-0)

Municipal Development District Board

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board will approve routine consent items, including minutes from August meetings and the July financial report. It will then consider a limited engagement letter with Messer Fort and hold a public hearing on a Targeted Improvement Grant application for 202B S. Main Street. The board will enter executive session to discuss the Messer Fort engagement, related litigation, and the grant application before reconvening for any further action.

• Approve minutes of the August 13, 2024 MDD Board meeting and the August 26, 2024 Special Meeting (consent agenda).
• Approve July Financial Report (consent agenda).
• Consider and act on a limited engagement letter with Messer Fort.
• Hold a public hearing and take action on a Targeted Improvement Grant application for 202B S. Main Street.
• Executive session to discuss the Messer Fort engagement letter, Grand Prairie v. State litigation, and the grant application.

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board approved a Targeted Improvement Grant for a restaurant at 202B S. Main Street, not to exceed the $30,000 policy limit, by a 3-2 vote. The board also authorized joining the SB2038 litigation and approved a limited engagement letter with Messer Fort. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and minutes, were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including August minutes and July financial report (5-0)
• Approved limited engagement letter with Messer Fort (5-0)
• Authorized joining SB2038 litigation (5-0)
• Approved Targeted Improvement Grant for 202B S. Main Street, not to exceed $30,000 (3-2)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to City Council on four items. Item 1 is a Specific Use Permit request to allow alcohol sales at 202B S. Main (Dos Mezclas Restaurant). Items 2 and 3 are amendments to Exhibit 14A to change zoning for approximately 20 acres in the Francisco Trevino Survey and approximately 47.3 acres in the J. Bridges Jr. Survey to Planned Development Districts with specified base districts. The commission will also consider approval of the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing & recommendation on Specific Use Permit for alcohol at 202B S. Main (Dos Mezclas Restaurant)
• Public hearing & recommendation on zoning amendment to change ~20 acres in the Francisco Trevino Survey to Planned Development District, base C – Commercial (Blackjack Pretium Capital, LLC)
• Public hearing & recommendation on zoning amendment to change ~47.3 acres in the J. Bridges Jr. Survey to Planned Development District, base SF75 – Single-Family Residential 7,500 Square Feet and GR – General Retail (Palomino)
• Consideration and action on approving the minutes of the August 8, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting

The Aubrey Planning and Zoning Commission held three public hearings and voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of a Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at Dos Mezclas Restaurant (202B S. Main), a zoning change from unzoned ETJ land to Planned Development District with C-Commercial base on about 20 acres south of E. Blackjack Road, and a zoning change from unzoned ETJ land to PD with SF75 and GR base districts on about 47.3 acres west of FM 2931 (Palomino), the latter with conditions. The commission also approved the August 8, 2024 meeting minutes. No citizen input was given.

• Approved recommendation for Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at 202B S. Main (Dos Mezclas Restaurant) (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for zoning change to PD with C-Commercial base on ~20 acres south of E. Blackjack Road (Blackjack Pretium Capital, LLC) (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for zoning change to PD with SF75 and GR base on ~47.3 acres west of FM 2931 (Palomino) with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting (5-0)

General

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss land use, transportation, and economic development. No formal actions will be taken and no minutes will be recorded for this meeting.

• Discussion of future growth and land use
• Transportation plans
• Economic development and housing
• Parks, recreation, utilities, and infrastructure

Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board

The Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board meeting on September 3, 2024 will review routine consent items, including approval of minutes from the July 23, 2024 board meeting. The board will receive a monthly report and calendar and discuss library updates and programming. Members will consider appointing or removing individuals on the advisory board. The meeting will also allow discussion of future agenda requests.

• Approval of minutes from the July 23, 2024 Library Board meeting (consent agenda)
• Monthly Report and Calendar (new business)
• Consideration of appointing or removing members of the Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board
• Library updates and programming discussion
• Discussion of future agenda requests

The Aubrey Library Advisory Board voted to remove Shawn Krencik for missing consecutive meetings per bylaws. The board also approved the May 7, 2024 minutes and recommended Justin Hamzeh as a new board applicant. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Removed Shawn Krencik for missing consecutive meetings (motion carried)
• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended Justin Hamzeh for board applicant (motion carried)

City Council

The council will hold a second public hearing on the proposed annexation of land along FM 2931 between Frontier Parkway and Spring Hill Road. Council members will also consider Ordinance 871‑24 to adopt the city’s Technical Construction Standards, a resolution urging repeal or amendment of Senate Bill 2038, a vote for a Texas Municipal League risk‑pool board trustee, and an ordinance approving the 2024‑2025 Municipal Development District budget.

• Second public hearing on annexation of FM 2931 segment from Frontier Parkway to Spring Hill Road, Denton County
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 871‑24 approving Technical Construction Standards and Specifications
• Resolution urging the Texas Legislature to repeal or amend Senate Bill 2038
• Vote to select a candidate for the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board of Trustees
• Ordinance approving the fiscal year 2024‑2025 Aubrey Municipal Development District Budget

The Aubrey City Council held a second public hearing on the proposed FM 2931 annexation but took no action. The council unanimously approved Ordinance 871-24 adopting the city's Technical Construction Standards and Specifications, and Ordinance 972-24 approving the fiscal year 2024-2025 Municipal Development District Budget. A resolution urging the Texas Legislature to repeal or amend Senate Bill 2038 was also approved unanimously. No action was taken on casting a vote for a Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board of Trustees candidate.

• Approved Ordinance 871-24 adopting Technical Construction Standards and Specifications (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 980-24 urging Texas Legislature to repeal or amend Senate Bill 2038 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 972-24 approving FY 2024-2025 Municipal Development District Budget (5-0)
• Held public hearing on FM 2931 annexation; no action taken

Municipal Development District Board

The Municipal Development District Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on the proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Consideration and action on the proposed 2024-25 FY MDD Budget

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board meeting on August 26, 2024, was called to order with a quorum present. The minutes record only procedural items: call to order, roll call, invocation, pledge, and a community announcement about the Aubrey Business Resource Fair. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the 2024-2025 annual budget and a tax rate of $0.464000 per $100 of assessed value. The body will also consider a major wastewater treatment plant expansion and rate increases for waste services.

• Proposed tax rate of $0.464000 per $100 assessed value for 2024
• Bid for 2.25 MGD Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion not to exceed $39,957,140
• Proposed CPI rate increases for Republic Services residential and commercial waste collection
• Engineering agreement for Stormwater Master Plan and Rate Study not to exceed $110,000
• Proposed annexation of a portion of FM 2931 from Frontier Parkway to Spring Hill Road

The Aubrey City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 budget and a property tax rate of $0.464 per $100 valuation, a 43.06% increase, along with a resolution ratifying the revenue increase. The council also approved a $39.96 million wastewater treatment plant expansion contract and several other infrastructure agreements. All votes were 4-0 except for the TIRZ amendment, which passed 3-1 with Erin Allen opposed.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget excluding MDD budget (4-0)
• Set property tax rate at $0.464 per $100, a 43.06% increase (4-0)
• Ratified property tax revenue increase for FY 2024-2025 (4-0)
• Approved $39,957,140 bid to Gracon Construction for wastewater treatment plant expansion (4-0)
• Approved $1,997,504 construction management agreement with Plummer Associates (4-0)
• Approved Republic Services solid waste rate increases effective Oct 1, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved TIRZ No. 1 plan amendment decreasing participation rate (3-1, Allen opposed)
• Approved development agreement and annexation petition for Pretium Capital property at 1382 E. Blackjack Rd (4-0)

General

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss land use, transportation, and economic development. The notice states that boards and commissions in attendance will not deliberate or take formal action.

• Discussion of future growth and land use
• Transportation plans
• Economic development and housing
• Parks and recreation
• Utilities and infrastructure

Municipal Development District Board

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board will approve the July 9, 2024 meeting minutes and the June 2024 Monthly Financial Report. It will hear a strategic plan presentation from the Catalyst Group and an update from the Construction and Building Sub‑Committee. The Board will consider and approve adjustments to the proposed 2024‑2025 fiscal year budget and discuss smart goals for the district program. Afterward, the Board will enter executive session to discuss commercial development, real‑property matters, and economic‑development negotiations.

• Approve minutes of the July 9, 2024 meeting
• Approve June 2024 Monthly Financial Report
• Presentation by Catalyst Group on Strategic Plan
• Update from the Construction and Building Sub‑Committee
• Consider and approve adjustments to the proposed 2024‑2025 FY budget

The board approved the proposed 2024-25 fiscal year budget after two earlier motions failed in 3-3 tie votes. The approved version set the executive director's total salary at $112,500 including a car allowance, and passed 4-2. The board also approved the July 9 meeting minutes with a correction and the June 2024 financial report.

• Approved 2024-25 FY budget with $112,500 executive director salary (4-2)
• Rejected budget motion with $110,000 salary cap (3-3)
• Rejected budget motion with $110,000 salary plus $5,000 car allowance (3-3)
• Approved July 9, 2024 minutes with attendance correction (6-0)
• Approved June 2024 financial report (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss three development applications and recommend each to the City Council. The items include a site plan and final plat for a 63.613‑acre high school addition south of FM 428 (Spring Hill Road) and east of US 377, and a preliminary plat for a 27.243‑acre Hightpointe Commercial project north of FM 428 and east of US 377. The commission will also approve the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting.

• Consider and recommend a Site Plan for Lot 1, Block A, Aubrey High School Addition (≈63.613 acres) – AISD
• Consider and recommend a Final Plat for the same high school addition (≈63.613 acres) – AISD
• Consider and recommend a Preliminary Plat for Lots 1‑12, Block A, Hightpointe Commercial (≈27.243 acres) – Highpointe Commercial, LLC
• Approve minutes of the July 11, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended three land development applications to City Council for approval. These included a site plan and final plat for the Aubrey High School Addition and a preliminary plat for Hightpointe Commercial.

• Recommended approval of Aubrey High School Addition Site Plan with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Aubrey High School Addition Final Plat with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Hightpointe Commercial Preliminary Plat with conditions (6-0)
• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on Trivedi Park and a budget report. Members will discuss potential park land on FM 2931 and a request from AAYSA for field maintenance assistance.

• Update on Trivedi Park
• Discussion of potential park land on FM 2931
• AAYSA request for city assistance with field maintenance
• Recommendation to City Council regarding Parks and Recreation Board appointments
• Budget report from the Parks and Recreation Coordinator

The Parks and Recreation Board gave direction on future park uses and voted to support the purchase of 5 acres on FM 2931 for $80,000, though this was not a formal action item. The board also recommended that Jessica Milacek present a field maintenance plan to City Council and appointed Peter Dwyer to the board. Minutes from May and June 2024 were approved.

• Approved purchase of 5 acres on FM 2931 for $80,000 (unanimous, non-action item)
• Approved motion for Jessica Milacek to present AAYSA field maintenance plan to City Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Peter Dwyer to Parks and Recreation Board (6-0)
• Approved minutes for May 7 and June 4, 2024 meetings (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and the 2024 tax rate. The body will take action to set public hearing dates for both items for August 22, 2024.

• Action to set a public hearing date and vote for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
• Action on a Resolution to set a public hearing and vote date for the 2024 Tax Rate
• Consideration of budget adjustments for salary and position changes for Fiscal Year 2025
• Workshop discussion on water and wastewater rates
• Workshop discussion on the Capital Improvement Plan

The City Council voted to schedule a public hearing and vote on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and a proposed tax rate of $0.464 for August 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The council also directed the City Manager to incorporate organizational salary and position changes into the FY 2025 budget. No final budget or tax rate was adopted at this meeting.

• Set public hearing and vote on FY 2024-2025 budget for Aug. 22, 2024 (5-0)
• Proposed 2024 tax rate of $0.464 and set public hearing and vote for Aug. 22, 2024 (5-0)
• Directed City Manager to incorporate salary and position changes into FY 2025 budget (4-1)

City Council

The Aubrey City Council will act on a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, financial reports, and several contracts. New business items include discussions on cost‑of‑living adjustments, service plan updates for multiple improvement districts, and multiple annexation and zoning proposals. The council will also consider a $573,000 contract with Pace Construction for Phase I of the Main Street Beautification Project. An executive session will be held to consult the city attorney on pending litigation and real‑property negotiations.

• Approve Ordinance #855-24 amending Chapter 12, Division 2 Golf Carts equipment and license plate rules
• Approve Interlocal Agreement with Denton County for use of the county radio communications system
• Authorize final payment of $118,734.93 to Acadia for the Pecan Creek Sewer Lift Station
• Award bid #2024-05 to All American Towing for city towing services
• Approve contract with Pace Construction, LLC for Main Street Beautification Project Phase I, not to exceed $573,000

The council approved Resolution 974-24 authorizing condemnation of a 29.688-acre fee simple tract and 0.265-acre water utility easement at 418 South Magnolia Street for public uses including athletic fields and utility lines. It also approved several annexations, zoning changes, and development agreements, plus a $573,000 Main Street Beautification contract. All votes were 4-0 except where noted.

• Approved Resolution 974-24 authorizing eminent domain for 29.688-acre tract at 418 South Magnolia (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Aubrey Heights (142 lots) with 9 conditions (3-1, Perry opposed)
• Approved $573,000 Main Street Beautification Phase I contract to Pace Construction (4-0)
• Approved annexation of FM 1385 and FM 428 right-of-way portions (Ordinances 859-24, 860-24, 4-0)
• Approved annexation and PD zoning for 159.941-acre Duck Point tract (Ordinances 861-24, 862-24, 4-0)
• Approved annexation of 1.33-acre Pickens ROW tract (Ordinance 863-24, 4-0)
• Approved service plan updates for Winn Ridge South, Jackson Ridge, and Keeneland PIDs (Ordinances 856-24, 857-24, 858-24; 4-0, 3-1, 4-0)
• Approved Resolution 975-24 authorizing Notice of Intent for Series 2024 Certificates of Obligation (4-0)

Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board

The Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting to approve past minutes, review monthly reports, and discuss upcoming library programs. No official decisions beyond procedural items are expected.

• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2024 meeting
• Review of monthly report and calendar
• Discussion of summer reading program and upcoming library events

The Aubrey Library Advisory Board approved minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting and accepted two new advisory board applicants, Hallie and Vicky. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed the monthly report, calendar, and upcoming programs without voting.

• Approved minutes of May 7, 2024 meeting (motion carried)
• Accepted Hallie as advisory board member (motion carried)
• Accepted Vicky as advisory board member (motion carried)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review a final plat for Aubrey Heights containing 142 residential lots and seven open space lots. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a zoning change for approximately 160 acres near FM 1385 and FM 428.

• Final Plat recommendation for Aubrey Heights (142 residential and 7 open space lots)
• Public hearing for rezoning 159.941 acres to Planned Development District
• Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended two land use items to the City Council, including a zoning change for approximately 160 acres of land. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Final Plat for Aubrey Heights (142 residential lots) with 9 conditions (5-2)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to Planned Development District for 159.941 acres (7-0)
• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes with one typo correction (7-0)

General

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will meet to discuss land use, transportation, housing, and infrastructure. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and no formal action or deliberation by the boards in attendance is expected.

• Discussion of land use, transportation, and economic development plans
• Discussion of housing, parks, recreation, and utilities

Municipal Development District Board

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board will discuss the strategic plan process and work plan goals. The board is also considering a professional services agreement for a Downtown Farmers Market concept and construction plan. Additionally, members will review updates regarding building construction and a mural recommendation.

• Professional services agreement with Westwood Consulting for a Downtown Farmers Market plan (up to $25,000)
• Presentation on the Strategic Plan process by the Catalyst Group
• Approval of Mural Sub-Committee recommendation for MDD Building Mural
• Update from Construction and Building Sub-Committee
• Approval of May 2024 Financial Report

The Board authorized professional services agreements for a farmers market concept and a building mural. The Board also approved the June 11 meeting minutes and the May 2024 Financial Report.

• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 2024 Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Westwood Consulting for Downtown Farmers Market concept and construction plan, not to exceed $25,000 (5-1)
• Approved professional services agreement with Odessa Helm for MDD Building mural, not to exceed $18,000 (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review updates on Trivedi Park and potential park land on FM 2931. The board will also consider recommendations for appointing new members and an alternate to the board. Additionally, the meeting includes a budget report and discussion regarding field maintenance assistance for AAYSA.

• Update on Trivedi Park
• Potential park land on FM 2931
• Recommendation for appointing board members and an alternate
• Budget report from the Parks and Recreation Coordinator
• AAYSA field maintenance assistance request

Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board

The Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss library updates and new business. The agenda includes reviewing applications for the Library Advisory Board and discussing upcoming programs.

• Review of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Library Advisory Board applicants
• Summer reading updates
• Upcoming library programs

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed annexation of portions of FM 428 and FM 1385. The Council will also consider a petition from Dosti Partners LLC for the annexation of approximately 1.33 acres. A workshop is scheduled to discuss city finances, tax rates, and upcoming projects.

• Second public hearing for proposed annexation of FM 428
• Second public hearing for proposed annexation of FM 1385
• Annexation petition by Dosti Partners LLC (approx. 1.33 acres)
• Workshop discussion on city tax rates and budget
• Discussion regarding water and wastewater rates

The Aubrey City Council held two public hearings regarding proposed right-of-way annexations with no public speakers. The council unanimously approved a resolution granting an annexation petition and setting a public hearing for July 25, 2024, for a 1.33-acre property known as Pickens Lake. Additionally, the council held a workshop to discuss city finances, the tax rate, the budget, employee compensation, and capital improvement projects.

• Conducted public hearing on proposed annexation of a portion of FM 428
• Conducted public hearing on proposed annexation of a portion of FM 1385
• Approved Resolution No. 969-24 granting annexation petition for Pickens Lake and setting public hearing for July 25, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding alcohol sales through special permits. The agenda also includes a petition to annex approximately 160 acres and site plan reviews for local developments. Additionally, the council will consider updated development agreements with Lennar Homes of Texas.

• Ordinance amendment regarding regulations for alcoholic beverage sales
• Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at Brothers Mexican Restaurant
• Annexation petition for approximately 160 acres by MM Aubrey 160, LLC
• Site plan approval for Shop at High Meadows
• Amended development agreement with Lennar Homes of Texas

The Aubrey City Council approved a site plan for Shops at High Meadows, amended the zoning ordinance to regulate alcoholic beverage sales through a Specific Use Permit, and granted a Specific Use Permit for Brothers Mexican Restaurant at 1001 Highway 377, Suite 109. The council also approved a resolution granting a petition for annexation by MM Aubrey 160, LLC and setting a public hearing for July 25, 2024, and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to negotiate funding documents for High Pointe Phase II Offsites. All votes recorded were unanimous; Council Member Matt Jones was absent.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, staff reports, financial report, TML cyber liability interlocal agreement, Resolution 967-24 for Main Street closure on Dec 4, 2024, Ribbonwood preliminary plat extension, and solid waste interlocal agreements with Clear Sky and Ribbonwood MUDs (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Shops at High Meadows with conditions 1-3 and amended condition 4 for landscaping modifications (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 852-24 amending zoning ordinance for alcoholic beverage sales via Specific Use Permit, removing Section d on Public Impact Criteria (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 853-24 for Specific Use Permit No. 2024-002-C for Brothers Mexican Restaurant, removing Public Impact Criteria from Exhibit C (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 968-24 granting annexation petition by MM Aubrey 160, LLC and setting public hearing for July 25, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Encroachment Agreement for Highpointe Ranch Phase 1B canopy on Bronco Lane, removing signage reference (unanimous)
• Approved First Amended and Restated Development Agreement with Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd. (unanimous)
• Appointed Eric Probst to Parks and Recreation Board as alternate and Jim Carter to Denco 9-1-1 Board of Managers (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to set public hearing dates for proposed property annexations on FM 1385 and FM 428. The council will also review a Memorandum of Understanding between the Police Department and Best EMS regarding medical control for the Narcan Program. Additionally, a workshop is scheduled to discuss city finances, including tax rates and budgets.

• Proposed annexation of property on FM 1385
• Proposed annexation of property on FM 428
• MOU between Aubrey Police Department and Best EMS for Narcan Program medical control
• Workshop discussion on tax rates, budgets, and water/wastewater rates

The Aubrey City Council set public hearing dates for two proposed annexations along FM 1385 and FM 428, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Best EMS for medical control of the Police Department's Narcan Program. In a workshop, the council received a budget overview and department reports, and gave direction to proceed with hiring two part-time library employees in the current fiscal year. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Set public hearings for FM 1385 annexation for June 27 at 6:00 p.m. and June 29 at 8:00 a.m. (unanimous, Resolution No 965-24)
• Set public hearings for FM 428 annexation for June 27 at 6:00 p.m. and June 29 at 8:00 a.m. (unanimous, Resolution No 966-24)
• Approved MOU with Beacon Emergency Services Team P.A. d/b/a Best EMS for medical control of the Police Narcan Program and authorized the Chief of Police to sign (unanimous)
• Directed staff to proceed with hiring two part-time library employees in the current fiscal year (workshop direction)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aubrey Planning and Zoning Commission will review a site plan for the Shop at High Meadows. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding updates to city zoning regulations for alcoholic beverage sales. Additionally, they will consider a specific use permit request for Brothers Mexican Restaurant.

• Site plan approval for Shop at High Meadows at E. Highmeadow Drive and Betty Lane
• Public hearing on amending the Zoning Ordinance to regulate alcoholic beverage sales via Specific Use Permits
• Specific Use Permit request for alcohol sales at Brothers Mexican Restaurant, 1001 Highway 377

The Commission recommended updates to the Zoning Ordinance to regulate alcoholic beverage sales via Specific Use Permits. It also approved a site plan for the Shop at High Meadows and a specific permit for Brothers Mexican Restaurant.

• Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Shop at High Meadows with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance amendments for alcoholic beverage sales regulations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at Brothers Mexican Restaurant (5-0)

Municipal Development District Board

The Board will review financial reports and the May monthly report. Agenda items include forming a Construction and Building Sub-Committee and selecting an artist for a mural project. The Board will also consider updates to the proposed 2024-25 fiscal year budget.

• Formation of a Construction and Building Sub-Committee
• Selection of an artist for a mural project
• Update to the Proposed 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget
• Facade Grant Update

The Board terminated the Facade Grant Policy in favor of the Targeted Improvement Grant. It also approved the formation of a Construction and Building Sub-Committee and updated the proposed fiscal year budget to include new technology and administrative fees.

• Approved May 16, 2024 meeting minutes with edits (6-0)
• Approved monthly Financial Report (6-0)
• Terminated Facade Grant Policy (6-0)
• Approved formation of Construction and Building Sub-Committee (5-1)
• Approved proposed 2024-25 budget update for tech and admin fees (6-1)

General

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will meet to discuss Aubrey's future growth, land use, and transportation plans. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting for the city boards or commissions. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• Discussion of Aubrey's future growth, land use, and transportation plans

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review upcoming park improvements and a budget report. Members will consider recommendations regarding board member resignations and the appointment of an alternate. Additionally, the board will discuss a field maintenance agreement with Aubrey Area Youth Sports Association.

• Recommendation to City Council on board member resignations and appointing an alternate
• Discussion of field maintenance agreement with Aubrey Area Youth Sports Association
• Report on upcoming park improvements
• Budget report from the Parks and Recreation Coordinator
• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes

The board recommended that City Council accept a resignation and appoint a new alternate member. The board also approved the minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting. No action was taken regarding a field maintenance agreement with the Aubrey Area Youth Sports Association.

• Recommended acceptance of Johnathan Stuart's resignation (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Eric Probst as alternate board member (unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

City Council denied the preliminary plat for HighPointe Ranch based on nine reasons, including failure to pay infrastructure fees and missing HOA documents. The council also approved several other residential plats and created the Duck Point Public Improvement District.

• Denied HighPointe Ranch Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Duck Point Public Improvement District (Resolution 963-24)
• Approved Duck Point Development Agreement with MM Aubrey 160, LLC
• Approved $983,200 engineering agreement for US Highway 377 Utility Relocation
• Awarded 2024 Street Rehabilitation and Concrete Work bid to Level One Paving, Inc.
• Approved annexation of property on Redfearn Road (Ordinance 851-24)
• Appointed Jeff Perry as Mayor Pro Tem and Chuck Fikes as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
• Directed City Manager to post for a Chief Building Official

Municipal Development District Board

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board will hold a work session on its strategic plan, consider forming construction and mural selection subcommittees, and discuss the preliminary 2024-25 fiscal year budget. The board will also consider consent items including meeting minutes, a monthly financial report, a TIP grant policy, and a video proposal. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation and economic development negotiations.

• Work session on Strategic Plan
• Resolution to form Construction Sub-Committee
• Resolution to form Mural Selection Sub-Committee
• Preliminary 2024-25 fiscal year budget discussion
• Approve Monthly Financial Report for March 2024

The Board approved the preliminary 2024-25 fiscal year budget with a salary amendment. Other actions included approving a video contract with travel cost caps and establishing a Mural Selection Sub-Committee.

• Approved preliminary 2024-25 fiscal year budget with $105,000 salary amendment (6-0)
• Approved formation of Mural Selection Sub-Committee consisting of Jesse Auer, Tim Heitman, and Mike Browning (6-0)
• Approved video contract contingent on travel costs not exceeding 10% of contract cost and approved filming times (6-0)
• Approved TIP Grant Policy and Application with edits (5-1)
• Approved April Board of Director and April 25 Special Meeting minutes with corrections (6-0)
• Tabled resolution to form a Construction Sub-Committee

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission recommended denial of the Preliminary and Final plats for HighPointe Ranch due to missing water corridors and unpaid fees. Several other residential plats and site plans for Saratoga and Winn Ridge were recommended for approval with specific conditions.

• Denied Preliminary Plat of HighPointe Ranch (6-0)
• Denied Final Plat of HighPointe Ranch Phase 1B (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Winn Ridge Phase 1B Lot 4X with 3 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Replat for Winn Ridge Phase 1B Lot 4X with 4 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Saratoga Phase 1 with 5 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Saratoga Phase 1A with 5 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Saratoga Phase 2A with 5 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Amending Plats for Chase Oaks and Blackjack Addition (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Aubrey Parks and Recreation Board will accept the resignation of Susan McCormack and appoint new officers and members. The board will also discuss the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan and enter a closed session to deliberate on real property for future park sites.

• Accept resignation of Susan McCormack as Parks Board Member and Chairperson
• Appoint Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for a one-year term
• Recommend appointment of one board member and two alternate board members
• Discuss Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan and HOA input
• Executive session to deliberate real property for future park sites

The board accepted the resignation of the Chairperson and appointed Amanda Larsen as the new Chairperson. The board also recommended the appointment of one new member and two alternates. No action was taken regarding park improvements, budgets, or real property discussed in executive session.

• Approved resignation of Susan McCormack (5-0)
• Appointed Amanda Larsen as Chairperson (5-0)
• Recommended Alan Holland for board position, Erin Bansal and Jesse Kemp as alternates (5-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Aubrey Area Library Advisory Board

The board approved the minutes from the January 2, 2024, meeting with a date correction. Members discussed library renovations and the summer reading theme. Phillip Moore provided a verbal resignation from the board.

• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes with date correction

City Council

City Council approved several land plats, updated building and traffic codes, and authorized a $669,263.71 contract for Leslie Park improvements. The council also awarded the construction bid for Fire Station No. 2 to Crossland Construction.

• Awarded Fire Station No. 2 construction bid to Crossland Construction (4-0)
• Approved $669,263.71 contract with ALCC, LLC for Leslie Park improvements (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Highpointe Ranch Phase 1C with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Trivedi Addition with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Ribbonwood Phase 1 with conditions (4-0)
• Adopted 2023 National Electric Code and 2021 International Codes (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance # 837-24 regarding parking, golf carts, and off-highway vehicles (4-0)
• Authorized $416,620.00 final payment to Wilco Underground, LLC for 2023 CIP Project $4 (4-0)

Municipal Development District Board

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board held a special meeting on April 25, 2024, with six of seven members present. The board approved an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget to balance the revenue surplus and expense surplus for the MDD Budget, with an effective date. A future agenda request for a lease for a new building was noted, but no action was taken on it. The meeting adjourned at 5:44 PM.

• Approved amendment to FY2023-2024 MDD budget to balance revenue and expense surplus (6:0)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 5:44 PM (6:0)

City Council

The City Council authorized the Aubrey Municipal Development District to purchase real property on Highway 377. Council also approved a landscape maintenance agreement with TxDOT for FM 428. A bid for Fire Station Number 2 was tabled.

• Approved purchase of real property on Highway 377 by Aubrey Municipal Development District (4-0)
• Approved TxDOT Landscape Maintenance Agreement for FM 428 from E. Mulberry Street to Plum Street (4-0)
• Tabled bid award for construction of Fire Station Number 2 until April 25th meeting (4-0)
• Conducted first public hearing on proposed annexation of +1.078 acre tract near Redfearn Road and US Highway 377

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aubrey Planning and Zoning Commission will review three residential plat applications at its April 11, 2024 meeting. The commission will vote on a final plat for High Point Ranch Phase 1C and consider recommendations to City Council for the Trivedi Addition preliminary plat and Ribbonwood Phase 1 final plat. These reviews determine how specific parcels of land are divided into residential lots within Aubrey city limits or its extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Final Plat approval for High Point Ranch Phase 1C (32.472 acres east of US 377 between Spring Hill Road and East Blackjack Rd; Aubrey Blackjack Partners, LLC)
• Recommendation to City Council on Preliminary Plat for Trivedi Addition (2 lots on 25.159 acres; Pretium Capital, LLC)
• Recommendation to City Council on Final Plat for Ribbonwood Phase 1 (213 residential and 4 open space lots on 43.864 acres in the ETJ; Clayton Lee Boyd/Boyd 2021 Investment Trust)

The Aubrey Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for High Point Ranch Phase 1C and the preliminary plat for Trivedi Addition, both unanimously. The Commission also recommended approval of the Ribbonwood Phase 1 final plat to the City Council, with one commissioner voting against. All approvals were subject to specific engineering and documentation conditions.

• Approved March 14, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Approved High Point Ranch Phase 1C final plat with conditions (7-0)
• Recommended Trivedi Addition preliminary plat to City Council with conditions (7-0)
• Recommended Ribbonwood Phase 1 final plat to City Council with conditions (6-1)

Municipal Development District Board

The Aubrey Municipal Development District Board will discuss financing options for a property purchase at 916 US 377 and Highmeadow Rd. The board will also consider updates to the Targeted Improvement Grant program and review mural submissions. A work session is scheduled regarding Strategic Plan Initiation.

• $830,000 property purchase at 916 US 377 and Highmeadow Rd
• Updates to the Aubrey MDD Targeted Improvement Grant program
• Review of mural submissions
• Aubrey Area Chamber of Commerce Lease approval
• Print ad in Lakeside City Lifestyle magazine

The Board approved a resolution to purchase property at 916 US 377 and Highmeadow Rd. for $830,000 and recommended the Aubrey City Council approve the purchase. The Board also approved a series of print advertisements for the summer. Other items regarding grant updates and mural submissions were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Aubrey Area Chamber of Commerce Lease (7-0)
• Approved resolution to purchase property at 916 US 377 and Highmeadow Rd. for $830,000 (7-0)
• Approved three half-page print ads in Lakeside City Lifestyle magazine (5-2)

General

The City Council will hold a special meeting with the Aubrey ISD Board of Trustees. The discussion focuses on present and future developments, growth, and updates regarding school sites.

• Discussion with Aubrey ISD regarding development and future school sites

The City Council met with the Aubrey ISD Board of Trustees to discuss growth and future developments. Presentations were given regarding school sites, city projects, fire department buildings, and police department speed limits. No formal votes or legislative actions were recorded.

City Council

The council will review several land use proposals, including the annexation of 25 acres on Spring Hill Road. Agenda items also include zoning changes for a package store and various residential development plats. Additionally, officials will consider updates to city fees and water tank rehabilitation.

• Annexation and rezoning of 25.148 acres at 1817 Spring Hill Road
• Zoning for a new package store at 928 S US 377, Suite 110
• Preliminary plat for the Loyd Property featuring 300 residential lots
• Ordinance to amend city fees for permits, utilities, and water rates
• Engineering agreement for Water Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation

The Aubrey City Council approved several land development and zoning measures, including the annexation of 25.148 acres at 1817 Spring Hill Road and the creation of a new 'Package Store for Alcoholic Beverage Sales' land use type. The council also passed a new truck route ordinance with penalties up to $500 and approved preliminary plats for multiple residential subdivisions. Additionally, the council directed the City Manager to proceed with a Municipal Development District property purchase on Highway 377 following a closed executive session.

• Approved Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for shared dispatch services
• Approved Ordinance No. 829-24 establishing new Truck Route with $500 penalty
• Approved Interlocal Agreements with Clear Sky MUD for fire and police services
• Approved Fiscal Year 2023 Audit from Whitley Penn, LLP (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan and Final Plat for Aubrey 377 Addition (4-0)
• Approved Minor Plat for Gilliland Acres (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 830-24 creating 'Package Store' land use type (4-0)
• Approved SUP 24-001-C for Package Store at 928 S US 377 (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several preliminary plats for residential and retail developments in the Aubrey ETJ. The agenda also includes public hearings for zoning amendments and specific use permits for alcohol sales.

• Preliminary plat for 300 residential lots at Loyd Property (Project 53)
• Rezoning of 25.148 acres at 1817 Spring Hill Road to Planned Development District
• Zoning change for a package store at 928 S US 377, Suite 110
• Amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding alcoholic beverage sales
• Preliminary plats for Sandbrock Ranch Phases 14, 15, and 16

The Aubrey Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a site plan and final plat for Aubrey 377 Addition, a minor plat for Gilliland Acres, and zoning changes allowing package liquor sales at 928 S US 377 and a Planned Development District at 1817 Spring Hill Road. It also recommended preliminary plats for the 300-lot Loyd Property, High Country Phase 10, and Sandbrock Ranch Phases 14, 15 and 16, several with conditions. All motions carried unanimously; the commission also approved amended minutes of its February 8, 2024 meeting. The recommendations now go to City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of site plan for Aubrey 377 Addition Lot 2R (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Aubrey 377 Addition Lot 2R with conditions on agent proof and missing signatures (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of minor plat for Gilliland Acres at 10429 Redfearn Rd with condition on missing signatures (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for package store SUP and definition in Commercial District (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of SUP for package liquor sales at 928 S US 377, Suite 110 for DVS Holdings, LLC dba Knockout Liquor (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 25.148 acres at 1817 Spring Hill Road to Planned Development District with General Retail and Government Uses (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Loyd Property (Project 53), 300 residential lots on 47.275 acres, with off-street parking condition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plats for High Country Phase 10 and Sandbrock Ranch Phases 14, 15 and 16, with conditions on signatures, right-of-way and street names (unanimous)