Celina public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will convene a closed executive session to seek confidential legal advice on two items: an amendment to the Willard Tract Development Agreement and a matter identified as Project Orange. After the executive session, the council will reconvene in open session to consider any actions that may result from those discussions. No other agenda items are listed.

• Amendment to Willard Tract Development Agreement (executive session discussion)
• Project Orange (executive session discussion)
• Open forum – information only, no action taken

The Celina City Council held a special called meeting on December 19, 2024, at 11:30 AM. The meeting was procedural only: the mayor called it to order, a quorum was present, the pledge and invocation were given, and no public comments were made. No substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions were recorded.

Keep Celina Beautiful

The committee will discuss planning for the Life Connected Service Day and the Volunteer Appreciation Banquet. The body is also scheduled to approve minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting and select contest winners.

• Selection of Christmas Yard of the Month contest winners
• Life Connected Service Day planning discussion
• Volunteer Appreciation Banquet planning discussion
• Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Keep Celina Beautiful board met on December 19, 2024, and approved the minutes from the November 21, 2024 regular meeting. The board also selected winners for the Christmas Yard of the Month contest in three categories. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Selected Drake Lane as winner of inflatables category (6-0)
• Selected Redbud Lane as winner of animation category (6-0)
• Selected Rainwater as winner of lights category (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Celina Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss development processes, and conduct public hearings on two Specific Use Permit requests.

• Approval of November 21, 2024, P&Z Commission minutes
• Public hearing for Murphy USA Specific Use Permit at Preston Road and Glendenning Parkway
• Public hearing for Mavis Tires & Brakes Specific Use Permit west of Preston Road and north of Frontier Parkway

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two zoning requests. The first was a 14-acre Community Facilities District (CF) zoning for Lifeway Church in the ETJ. The second was an amendment to Planned Development No. 26 for the G-Bar (Uptown) project, covering 157 acres with SF-R base zoning and modified standards. Both were approved unanimously 7-0.

• Approved CF zoning for 14 acres near County Road 58 (Lifeway Church) 7-0
• Approved PD No. 26 amendment for 157 acres (G-Bar Uptown) 7-0
• Approved minutes from October 24, 2024 meeting 7-0

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss a business prospect referred to as Project Orange. The board may enter an executive session to deliberate on commercial information or financial incentives for this prospect.

• Discussion and potential action regarding Project Orange

The Celina Economic Development Corporation Board approved a Chapter 380 Development and Performance Agreement involving the City of Celina, the CEDC, and Home Depot U.S.A. Inc. The motion passed 4-0 in open session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Chapter 380 agreement with Home Depot U.S.A. Inc (4-0)

City Council

The Celina City Council will convene a closed executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.071. In that session, council members will discuss an amendment to the Willard Tract Development Agreement and a matter identified as Project Orange. No public action or decision is indicated for these items.

• Closed‑session discussion of amendment to Willard Tract Development Agreement
• Closed‑session discussion of Project Orange

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss commercial or financial information regarding a business prospect. The board may deliberate on offering financial or other incentives to this prospect.

• Executive session to discuss Project Orange

Parks and Recreation Board

The Celina Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss 2025 spring baseball and softball offerings, receive a divisional update, and consider incorporating future agenda items and an annual board tour.

• Discussion of 2025 Spring Baseball/Softball league offerings
• Parks & Recreation Divisional Update - Park Operations
• Discussion on incorporating future agenda items
• Discussion on incorporating an annual board tour

City Council

The Celina City Council will meet in open session to consider a range of items, including a closed executive session for legal advice on several agreements and development matters. Council members will adopt an amended ordinance for the FY 2024‑2025 budget, reallocating funds across departments and projects. Public hearings will be held on a voluntary annexation of about 14 acres and on zoning changes for the same area. The council will also act on multiple procurement and contract items listed in the consent agenda.

• Adopt Ordinance T to amend the FY 2024‑2025 budget and reallocate city funds.
• Public hearing on voluntary annexation of ~14 acres north of County Road 58 and west of County Road 59 (Lifeway Church).
• Public hearing on zoning amendment to designate ~14 acres as a Community Facilities District (Lifeway Church).
• Award bid 2025‑010 to ANA Site Construction for reconstruction of Sunset Blvd from Preston Road (SH 289) to Coit Road for up to $3,850,530.15.
• Purchase a Rapid Deployment Vehicle from The Armored Group for up to $152,400.00.

The Celina City Council approved a $3.85 million contract for the reconstruction of Sunset Blvd from Preston Road to Coit Road, along with several other items including a $738,346 prefabricated bathroom for Old Celina Park and a $152,400 Rapid Deployment Vehicle. The council also approved a 14-acre annexation and zoning for Lifeway Church, and amended the PD-26 zoning for 157 acres. All votes were unanimous except for a 5-1 appointment to the Audit Committee.

• Approved $3,850,530.15 Sunset Blvd reconstruction contract to ANA Site Construction (6-0)
• Approved $738,346 prefabricated bathroom for Old Celina Park (6-0)
• Approved $152,400 Rapid Deployment Vehicle for police (6-0)
• Approved 14-acre annexation for Lifeway Church (6-0)
• Approved zoning of 14 acres to Community Facilities District for Lifeway Church (6-0)
• Approved PD-26 amendment for 157 acres (6-0)
• Appointed Council Member Wigginton to Audit Committee (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda including investment policy, bids, and contracts (6-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will consider approval of the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will receive updates on design development, economic development, marketing, finances, the HBA Downtown Celina golf tournament, and the Countdown to Christmas. They will also discuss holding a special meeting to establish goal‑setting and a four‑point approach.

• Consider and act upon approval of minutes from the November 7, 2024 Downtown Commission meeting
• Design Development update (presented by Kiker)
• Economic Development Corporation update (presented by Satarino)
• Marketing update (presented by Monaco)
• Discuss special meeting for goal setting and four‑point approach (presented by Bartram)

The Downtown Commission held a regular meeting with updates from staff on design, economic vitality, promotions, and finances. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board will consider and act on a Marketing Services Agreement with The Burdette Agency, Inc. DBA North Star Place Branding + Marketing for up to $90,000. It will also vote on a resolution authorizing officers to sign checks and on a Consent to Assignment Agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, L.P. Additional discussions include several business prospects and updates to the corporation's strategic planning process.

• Approve Marketing Services Agreement with The Burdette Agency, Inc. DBA North Star Place Branding + Marketing (up to $90,000)
• Approve resolution authorizing officers to sign and endorse checks on corporation bank accounts
• Approve Consent to Assignment Agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, L.P.
• Discuss business prospect located at 206 N. Louisiana Dr.
• Discuss Project Orange and development at the SWC of E. Pecan St. and N. Oklahoma Dr.

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved a consent to assignment agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, L.P., authorized a land planning services contract not to exceed $45,500, and approved a $90,000 marketing services agreement with The Burdette Agency, Inc. DBA North Star Place Branding + Marketing. All votes were 7-0. The board also approved the November 5, 2024 meeting minutes and a resolution authorizing officers to sign checks. No action was taken on a separate consent to assignment agenda item, as it was already approved out of executive session.

• Approved consent to assignment agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, L.P. (7-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute land planning services contract up to $45,500 (7-0)
• Approved Marketing Services Agreement with The Burdette Agency, Inc. DBA North Star Place Branding + Marketing up to $90,000 (7-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of November 5, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing officers to sign and endorse checks on CEDC bank accounts (7-0)

Keep Celina Beautiful

The Keep Celina Beautiful board will discuss an update on the Keep Texas Beautiful affiliate sign installation, review the recent Life Connected Service Day, and plan the upcoming Yard of the Month. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting.

• Keep Texas Beautiful affiliate sign installation update (Ludwyck)
• Life Connected Service Day debrief discussion (Ludwyck)
• Yard of the Month planning discussion (Ludwyck)
• Approval of minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting

The Keep Celina Beautiful board held a regular meeting with all members present. They discussed updates on the Keep Texas Beautiful affiliate sign, the Life Connected Service Day debrief, and Yard of the Month planning. The only formal action was approving the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to act on two zoning requests. The commission will also hold a worksession and receive a presentation on Gateway Monumentation.

• Request to zone approximately 14 acres to Community Facilities District (CF) for Lifeway Church
• Request to amend approximately 157 acres of Planned Development (PD) No. 26 to Single-Family, Detached District (SF-R) for G-Bar (Uptown)
• Presentation on Gateway Monumentation Introduction

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two zoning requests. The first zoned approximately 14 acres for Lifeway Church as Community Facilities District in the ETJ. The second amended Planned Development No. 26 for the G-Bar (Uptown) project, covering about 157 acres with SF-R base zoning and modified standards. Both motions passed 7-0.

• Approved 14-acre Community Facilities zoning for Lifeway Church (7-0)
• Approved 157-acre PD No. 26 amendment for G-Bar (Uptown) with SF-R base zoning (7-0)
• Approved October 24, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Home Rule Charter Review Commission

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission will review and discuss the Celina Home Rule Charter. The body intends to approve a list of proposed amendments to present to the City Council.

• Review of the Celina Home Rule Charter
• Approval of proposed charter amendments for City Council presentation

Arts & Culture Board

The Celina Arts & Culture Board will discuss three work‑session items: the Gateway monumentation project, planning for a gingerbread house contest, and an update on the Prestonwood Christian Academy mural. The board will then approve the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting and vote on the election of a new chair, a new vice‑chair, and the board's meeting schedule and frequency.

• Gateway monumentation project introduction
• Gingerbread house contest planning discussion
• Prestonwood Christian Academy mural installation update
• Election of Arts & Culture Chair
• Election of Arts & Culture Vice‑Chair

Home Rule Charter Review Commission

The commission will meet to review and discuss the Celina Home Rule Charter. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discussion of the Celina Home Rule Charter

City Council

The Celina City Council will consider a range of actions, including legal advice in executive session, several procurement authorizations, and multiple ordinance amendments. Public hearings will address a right‑of‑way ordinance repeal and the Mosaic Public Improvement District assessment plan. The council will also vote on the purchase of Sensus water meters and the issuance of special assessment revenue bonds.

• Authorize purchase of Sensus water meters and accessories up to $1,570,213.68
• Authorize purchase of one police department vehicle up to $111,214.68
• Adopt ordinance adding a no‑through‑trucks route on Parvin Road (Frontier Parkway to FM 1385)
• Public hearing to repeal Ordinance 2017‑17 and amend Ordinance 2017‑35 for right‑of‑way management
• Approve issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Mosaic Public Improvement District Phase #1B and Improvement Area #2

The Celina City Council approved a sole-source purchase of Sensus water meters for $1,570,213.68 and authorized the issuance of special assessment revenue bonds for the Mosaic Public Improvement District. The Council also adopted the 2024-2029 Five-Year Capital Improvements Program, amended the city budget and floodplain regulations, and updated right-of-way management rules. An ordinance designating Parvin Road as a no-thru-trucks route was tabled.

• Authorized settlement with Celina Stone (5-0)
• Authorized purchase agreement with Old Celina, Ltd. (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda less item T, including multiple vehicle and equipment purchases (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-97 for floodplain regulations (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-98 amending the FY 2024-2025 budget (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-99 for right-of-way management (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-100 for the Mosaic PID Service and Assessment Plan (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Sensus water meters from Aqua-Metric Sales for $1,570,213.68 (4-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold a work session covering updates on development, the Economic Development Corporation, finances, the HBA Downtown Celina Golf Tournament, CPR, social media, the Countdown to Christmas, and the Friday Night Market. The commission will also discuss the Main Street 4‑Point Approach and set goals for 2025. Finally, members will consider and act upon approval of the October 3 meeting minutes.

• Development update (presented by Kiker)
• Economic Development Corporation update (presented by Satarino)
• Financial update (presented by Kearney)
• Main Street 4‑Point Approach and 2025 Goals discussion (presented by Bartram)
• Approval of minutes from the October 3 meeting

Library Board

The Celina Library Board will discuss the Open Meetings Act training, set the date for the December board meeting, and provide an update on the Library Director search. They will also recap the Library Pumpkin Painting event and talk about plans for Christmas on the Square. The meeting includes approval of September 3 minutes and appointment of board officers.

• Discussion of Open Meetings Act Training
• Discussion of December Library Board meeting date
• Update on Library Director search
• Recap of Library Pumpkin Painting Event
• Discussion of Christmas on the Square

The Celina Library Board approved the October 3, 2024 meeting minutes and appointed officers for the board. Aaron Zapata was reappointed as Chair, Becky Thomas as Vice-Chair, and Corinne Weaver as Secretary, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. The board also discussed the Open Meetings Act training, the December meeting date, the Library Director search, and upcoming events.

• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Appointed Aaron Zapata as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Becky Thomas as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Corinne Weaver as Secretary (7-0)

Celina Community Development Corporation

The Celina Community Development Corporation will discuss Open Meetings Act training, a CDC financial update, and the 5-Year Parks Capital Improvements Program. The board will approve minutes from the July 29, 2024 meeting and appoint CDC officers. They will also consider staff's recommendation to present the parks program to the Celina City Council.

• Discussion of Open Meetings Act Training (Walsh)
• Discussion of CDC Financial Update (Stovall)
• Discussion of the 5-Year Parks Capital Improvements Program (Brawner, Stovall)
• Approval of minutes from the July 29, 2024 meeting
• Appointment of CDC officers

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss business prospects at three specific locations in executive session. The body will also review the FY25 budget and strategic planning. One action item involves authorizing a Visa credit card through TCM Bank, N.A.

• Business prospect at NWC of N Oklahoma Dr and E Walnut St
• Business prospect at NEC of E Pecan St and N New Mexico Dr
• Business prospect at 206 N Louisiana Dr
• Authorization for a Visa credit card through TCM Bank, N.A.
• Review of the FY25 Budget

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation Board may hold its quarterly business meeting on Thursday, October 31, 2024, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 112 N. Colorado St, Celina, Texas. No deliberations or decisions will be made at this meeting. The notice was posted at Celina City Hall, 142 N. Ohio Street, on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Home Rule Charter Review Commission

The Celina Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet on Oct. 30, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The commission’s agenda consists of a single item: to review and discuss the Celina Home Rule Charter. No other business or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Review and discuss the Celina Home Rule Charter

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Celina Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a worksession, appoint a chair and vice chair, and approve minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting. It will conduct public hearings on a request to rezone about 41 acres at the northwest corner of County Road 970 and Private Road 5155 to Commercial, Office, and Retail (C) zoning, and on development agreements for roughly 300 acres at the Ranch at Uptown near FM 455 and J Fred Smith Parkway, and for about 91 acres at Legacy Branch near Legacy Drive and Clear Creek Parkway.

• Public hearing to rezone ~41 acres at NW corner of County Road 970 & Private Road 5155 to Commercial/Office/Retail (C) zoning
• Public hearing on Development Agreement for ~300 acres of the Ranch at Uptown, east and west of FM 455, ~1,200 ft south of J Fred Smith Parkway
• Public hearing on Development Agreement for ~91 acres of Legacy Branch at NE corner of Legacy Drive & Clear Creek Parkway (city limits and ETJ)
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair of the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Approval of minutes from the September 19, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a development agreement for the Ranch at Uptown and Legacy Branch projects, with a condition that Taylor Morrison renderings be attached for City Council consideration. The commission also appointed Shawn Bain as Chair and Bryan Poche as Vice Chair, and approved the September 19 minutes. A rezoning request for the McKenzie Property was withdrawn by the applicant, and no action was taken.

• Approved Ranch at Uptown/Legacy Branch development agreement with condition to attach Taylor Morrison renderings (7-0)
• Appointed Shawn Bain as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Bryan Poche as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Rezoning request for McKenzie Property withdrawn; no action taken

Keep Celina Beautiful

The Keep Celina Beautiful board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss community beautification awards and holiday planning.

• Election of board Chair
• Election of board Vice Chair
• Discussion of Beautify Texas Awards
• Planning for Christmas Yard of the Month
• Planning for Life Connected Service Day

Arts & Culture Board

The Arts & Culture Board will hold a work session to discuss the Arts & Culture Master Plan and a gingerbread house contest. The board will also vote to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and determine their meeting schedule.

• Presentation of the Arts & Culture Master Plan
• Election of Arts & Culture Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of gingerbread house contest
• Director of Strategic Services hiring update
• Capital Improvement Projects update

Home Rule Charter Review Commission

The Celina Home Rule Charter Review Commission will meet on October 16, 2024 to review and discuss the city's Home Rule Charter. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond the discussion. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.

• Review and discuss the Celina Home Rule Charter

Special Events Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct a worksession featuring member orientation and a 2024 special events quarterly update. Members will also vote to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Committee Bylaws and Procedures
• 2024 Special Events Quarterly Update
• Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Special Events Advisory Committee met on October 9, 2024, to conduct an orientation for its members. The meeting included a review of committee bylaws, procedures, and a welcome presentation led by the Special Events Manager. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this session.

• Held orientation for new committee members
• Reviewed committee bylaws and procedures

City Council

The City Council will decide on the condemnation of land for sanitary sewer easements for the Ramble project and a cost increase for Parvin Road paving. The body will also hold public hearings for several development agreements and a specific use permit for an auto repair business.

• Authorization of eminent domain for 1.74 acres of sanitary sewer easements and 2.541 acres of temporary construction easements for the Ramble project
• Purchase of 19 vehicles for Public Works, Development Services, and Parks totaling $1,224,299.00
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for Take 5 Oil Change west of Preston Road
• Public hearing for development agreements regarding the Ramble Expansion (34 acres), Masonic Lodge (2 acres), and Willard Tract (131 acres)
• Authorization of a $93,800 work authorization with Kimley-Horn for Gateway Monumentation

The City Council approved amendments to the Trinity Celina development agreement and authorized a settlement with NTTA Land Acquisition. They adopted a resolution using eminent domain to acquire easements for the Ramble project and approved a cost increase for Parvin Road paving improvements. Additionally, the council approved a consent agenda with numerous city purchases and interlocal agreements, passed several development agreements, amended the Master Fee Chart, and set a public hearing for the Mosaic Public Improvement District.

• Approved amendments to the Development Incentive and Facilities Agreement with Trinity Celina, LLC (6-0)
• Authorized the City Manager to execute the NTTA Land Acquisition proposed settlement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-46R authorizing eminent domain for sanitary sewer and temporary construction easements for the Ramble project (6-0)
• Approved a cost increase for Parvin Road paving improvements with Apple Payment (6-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including multiple equipment and vehicle purchases and interlocal agreements with Collin County (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-94 for a Specific Use Permit for an Auto Repair, Minor use on approximately 1 acre near Preston Road and Frontier Parkway (5-1)
• Approved the Ramble Expansion Development Agreement for approximately 34 acres (6-0)
• Approved the Masonic Lodge Development Agreement for approximately 2 acres (6-0)

Library Board

The Celina Library Board will meet to introduce new board members, discuss the library director search, and approve minutes from August. The board will also vote to appoint officers and provide a recommendation on a design for the bookmobile vehicle wrap.

• Appointment of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Recommendation for Bookmobile Vehicle Wrap Design
• Introduction of new Parks and Recreation Director
• Library Director Search Update
• Approval of August 1, 2024 minutes

The Library Board approved the design for the bookmobile vehicle wrap and the minutes from the August 1, 2024, meeting. The board tabled the appointment of a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary until the November 7, 2024, meeting.

• Tabled Library Board officer appointments (6-0)
• Approved Concept I for bookmobile vehicle wrap design (6-0)
• Approved August 1, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

Downtown Commission

The Celina Downtown Commission will review updates on board members, local businesses, development, budget, marketing, and upcoming events. It will then consider approving the September 5 meeting minutes and vote to appoint a Commission Chair and Vice Chair.

• Board member introductions and orientation (Bartram)
• Stella's Ice Cream update (Satarino)
• Development update (Kiker)
• Budget review (Kearney)
• Appointment of a Downtown Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair and approve minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting. The session includes introductions of a new Parks and Recreation Director and new board members. Members will also discuss accessibility within parks and trails.

• Appointment of a Parks Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of accessibility within Parks and Trails
• Introduction of new Parks and Recreation Director
• Approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board will review minutes from prior meetings and hear presentations on sales‑tax training and small‑business support. In a closed executive session they will discuss proposed amendments to performance agreements with Gran Sweet, LLC and Trinity Celina, LLC, then reconvene in open session to act on any decisions.

• Approve regular meeting minutes from September 3, 2024
• Approve special called meeting minutes from September 23, 2024
• Presentation by CEDC attorney on Type A‑Type B sales tax training
• Discussion of a third amendment to the performance agreement with Gran Sweet, LLC
• Discussion of an amendment to the performance agreement with Trinity Celina, LLC

The board convened a regular meeting, held an open forum, and entered into closed executive session to seek legal advice and discuss commercial or financial information with a business prospect. The minutes record no substantive votes or final decisions taken during the meeting before it was adjourned.

• Convened into closed executive session at 12:01pm
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:12pm

Keep Celina Beautiful

The committee will hold a work session to discuss the Christmas Yard of the Month contest and planning updates for the Life Connected Service Day. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the August 15 meeting.

• Christmas Yard of the Month contest discussion
• Life Connected Service Day planning updates
• Approval of August 15 meeting minutes

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation Board will discuss a performance agreement with Lowe's Home Centers, LLC and a third amendment to a performance agreement with Gran Sweet, LLC in a closed executive session. After reconvening in open session, the board will consider appointing a President, Vice President, and Secretary, and will vote on approving the Lowe's performance agreement. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comments, which is informational only.

• Closed executive session to discuss a performance agreement with Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
• Closed executive session to discuss a third amendment to the performance agreement with Gran Sweet, LLC
• Consider and act to appoint President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Consider and act to approve a performance agreement with Lowe's Home Centers, LLC

The Celina Economic Development Corporation approved a Chapter 380 and performance agreement with Lowe's Home Centers, LLC. The board also appointed its President, Vice President, and Secretary.

• Appointed Clint Bissett as EDC Board President (7-0)
• Appointed Andrew Donaldson as EDC Board Vice President (7-0)
• Appointed Cindy Peters as EDC Board Secretary (7-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 and Performance Agreement with Lowe's Home Centers, LLC (7-0)

City Council

The Celina City Council will discuss a proposed incentive agreement for a business at 401 W. Pecan St. and an easement acquisition from Legacy North LP for a Dallas Parkway waterline in closed executive session. After reconvening, the council will vote on updating the Downtown Water Tower lighting schedule and on a performance agreement involving the City, the Celina Economic Development Corporation, and Lowe's Home Centers, LLC.

• Executive session discussion of incentive agreement for business at 401 W. Pecan St.
• Executive session discussion of easement acquisition from Legacy North LP for Dallas Parkway waterline
• Consideration to update policy for Downtown Water Tower Lighting Schedule
• Consideration of performance agreement between City of Celina, Celina Economic Development Corporation, and Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
• Open Forum for public comments (information only, no action taken)

The Council voted 3-1 to amend an incentive agreement with a business at 401 W. Pecan St., converting a city loan to a grant, measuring sales tax as 25% of rejections, and extending the CO deadline to June 6, 2024. They also voted 4-0 to light the water tower on September 28, 2024, for Childhood Cancer Awareness. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Amended incentive agreement: loan converted to grant, sales tax measured as 25% of rejections, CO deadline extended to June 6, 2024 (3-1)
• Approved water tower lighting on September 28, 2024, for Childhood Cancer Awareness (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to act on a specific use permit and three development agreements. The body will also receive a report from the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee regarding roadway impact fees.

• Specific Use Permit for Take 5 Oil Change (Auto Repair, Minor) on approximately 1 acre west of Preston Road
• Development Agreement for Ramble Expansion on approximately 34 acres at Preston Road and GA Moore Parkway
• Development Agreement for Masonic Lodge (Property ID 2041418) on approximately 2 acres north of future O’Brien Drive
• Development Agreement for Willard Tract (Louisiana) on approximately 131 acres at GA Moore Parkway and Louisiana Drive
• Roadway Impact Fee Update from the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for an auto repair (minor) use at Take 5 Oil Change (6-1), and approved three Development Agreements: Ramble Expansion (34 acres), Masonic Lodge (2 acres), and Willard Tract (131 acres), all unanimously. The commission also approved the August 19, 2024 minutes and received a roadway impact fee update from Kimley-Horn.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for Take 5 Oil Change auto repair (6-1)
• Approved Development Agreement for Ramble Expansion (unanimous)
• Approved Development Agreement for Masonic Lodge (unanimous)
• Approved Development Agreement for Willard Tract (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

TIRZ

The Celina City Council will consider and act on a resolution for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number Five. The resolution would approve project expenditures, add a severability clause, and set an effective date. The meeting also includes the usual call to order and adjournment.

• Resolution to approve project expenditures for TIRZ #5, include severability clause and effective date

City Council

The Celina City Council will vote on the proposed fiscal year 2024‑2025 budget and the accompanying ad valorem tax rate of $0.598168 per $100 assessed value. The council will also consider eminent‑domain actions for 1510 Vest Lane and related easements, and review several contract authorizations and development agreements. Public hearings will be held on the Ariana Public Improvement District and other zoning and annexation proposals.

• Authorize eminent‑domain and acquisition of real property at 1510 Vest Lane for rights‑of‑way and easements
• Approve a change order with Roadway Solutions up to $54,490 for Bothwell Boulevard median lighting
• Award bid 2024‑115R to The Reynolds Company for switchgear equipment at $805,200 plus 10% contingency ($80,520)
• Adopt the FY 2024‑2025 budget and set the municipal ad valorem tax rate at $0.598168 per $100 assessed value
• Create the Ariana Public Improvement District through a council resolution

The Celina City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 budget and adopted a property tax rate of $0.598168 per $100 valuation, a 5.60% effective increase. The council also authorized eminent domain for rights-of-way along GA Moore Parkway, approved a $19.3 million parking garage for the Government Center, and created the Ariana Public Improvement District. Several zoning changes and annexations were also approved.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 budget (6-0)
• Adopted $0.598168 property tax rate, a 5.60% effective increase (6-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for rights-of-way and easements along GA Moore Parkway (6-0)
• Approved $19,303,385 GMP for Government Center parking garage (6-0)
• Created Ariana Public Improvement District (6-0)
• Approved annexation and PD zoning for ~75 acres at Legacy Dr & Celina Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved rezoning ~66 acres to Mixed-Use PD at Oklahoma Dr & Glendenning Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved $885,720 switchgear purchase for southeast pump station (5-1)

TIRZ

The Celina City Council will consider a resolution from the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number Thirteen Board of Directors. The resolution seeks approval of project expenditures, adds a severability clause, and sets an effective date. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Resolution to approve TIRZ #13 project expenditures (amounts not specified)
• Inclusion of a severability clause in the TIRZ resolution
• Specification of an effective date for the TIRZ resolution

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to manage city appointments. The body will conduct interviews and consider appointments for various city boards, commissions, committees, and corporations.

• Interviews for applicants for City boards, commissions, committees, and corporations
• Appointments to fill terms on City boards, commissions, committees, and corporations

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will meet to discuss development updates and plan for the Countdown to Christmas events and a golf tournament. The body will also consider a recommendation to start CPR classes for downtown merchants in fiscal year 2025.

• Recommendation for CPR classes for Downtown merchants in fiscal year 2025
• Countdown to Christmas events discussion
• Golf tournament planning update
• Development update

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation Board will approve minutes from prior meetings and consider a budget amendment. The board will discuss downtown business support and set the October board meeting date. In a closed executive session, the board will review performance agreements with NWC Tollway/Frontier, LP, Gran Sweet LLC, and a project called "Project Blue".

• Budget amendment
• Discussion regarding downtown business support
• Executive session: performance agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, LP
• Executive session: performance agreement with Gran Sweet LLC
• Executive session: discussion of Project Blue

The Celina Economic Development Corporation approved an amended performance agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, LP and a third amendment with Gran Sweet LLC, both on terms discussed in executive session. The board also approved the July 23 special called and August 6 regular meeting minutes, plus a budget amendment to the FY 23-24 budget. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved amended performance agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, LP (4-0)
• Approved third amendment with Gran Sweet LLC (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment to FY 23-24 CEDC budget (4-0)
• Approved July 23 special called meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 6 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council will review applications for vacancies on various city boards, commissions, committees, and corporations. It will then consider and act on appointments to fill those terms. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discussion of applicants to city boards, commissions, committees, and corporations
• Consideration and action on appointments to fill terms on city boards, commissions, committees, and corporations

The City Council voted to reappoint four individuals to city boards and commissions. The motion passed with a 4-2 vote.

• Reappointed Clint Bissett and Andrew Donaldson to the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors (4-2)
• Reappointed Daniel Trigo and Shawn Bain to the Planning and Zoning Commission (4-2)

Arts & Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will meet to receive updates on public art projects and discuss a Countdown to Christmas pop-up. The board will also review items from previous meetings and approve minutes from June 19, 2024.

• Public Art Projects Update
• Countdown to Christmas Pop-Up Discussion
• Approval of June 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a worksession and public hearings to consider three separate rezoning requests. These items involve properties within the City Limits and the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.

• Rezoning of approximately 3 acres to Downtown Code (The Bricks) zoning at 502 N. Illinois
• Rezoning of approximately 66 acres to a Planned Development with Mixed-Use District base zoning at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway
• Zoning of approximately 75 acres to a Planned Development with residential and commercial base zoning at future Legacy Drive and Celina Parkway
• Annual CIP Presentation during the worksession

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved all three rezoning requests on the agenda. The first rezoned about 3 acres to Downtown Code (The Bricks) zoning at 502 N. Illinois. The second rezoned about 66 acres to a Planned Development with Mixed-Use base zoning at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway, approved 5-1. The third rezoned about 75 acres in the ETJ to a Planned Development with residential and commercial base zoning at Legacy Drive and Celina Parkway, approved unanimously. The commission also approved the July 18, 2024 minutes.

• Approved rezoning of ~3 acres to Downtown Code (The Bricks) at 502 N. Illinois (unanimous)
• Approved PD with Mixed-Use base zoning for ~66 acres at Oklahoma Dr & Glendenning Pkwy (5-1, Trigo dissenting)
• Approved PD with SF-R, SF-A, and C base zoning for ~75 acres in ETJ at Legacy Dr & Celina Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Keep Celina Beautiful

The Keep Celina Beautiful board will hear a presentation on public works programs, discuss the Life Connected Service Day, and review the Yard of the Month program. The meeting will also include approval of the minutes from the June 20, 2024 regular meeting.

• Public Works programs presentation (Figueroa)
• Life Connected Service Day discussion (Ludwyck)
• Yard of the Month program discussion (Ludwyck)
• Approval of minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting

The Keep Celina Beautiful Board held a regular meeting on August 15, 2024, with a quorum present. The board approved the minutes from the June 20, 2024 regular meeting by a 5-0 vote. The meeting also included presentations and discussions on Public Works programs, Life Connected Service Day, and the Yard of the Month program, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes (5-0)

Special Events Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a worksession to discuss the proposed FY25 budget and receive a quarterly update on 2024 special events. The meeting also includes a volunteer presentation and a workshop activity for award submissions.

• FY25 Proposed Budget Update
• 2024 Special Events Quarterly Update
• Volunteer Presentation by Trevor Ludwyck
• Texas Festivals & Events Association Workshop Activity for Award Submissions
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the April 17, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations regarding volunteers, the FY25 proposed budget, and event recaps.

• Approved April 17, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Set next meeting date for October 9 at 5:30 PM

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and consider a resolution to authorize the condemnation of land for Choate Parkway. The meeting also includes a large consent agenda featuring various infrastructure contracts and Public Improvement District service plan updates.

• Condemnation of 1.061 acres for rights of way and 1.052 acres for easements on Choate Parkway
• Design of a 6MG ground storage tank at Celina Road Pump station for up to $809,078.00
• Outfitting of the Celina Public Library Bookmobile for up to $112,537.71
• Cost-sharing agreement for arterial median lighting on Bothwell Boulevard for $273,612.63
• Petition for the creation of the Ariana Public Improvement District

The Celina City Council approved Resolution No. 2024-39R, authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire rights of way and temporary construction easements for the future Choate Parkway roadway. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and agreements, and held public hearings approving annexations, zoning changes, and development agreements.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-39R authorizing eminent domain for Choate Parkway right-of-way (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including RRFB bid to Roadway Solutions ($64,328), bookmobile outfitting to TechOps ($112,537.71), and fiber optic cable purchase ($60,333.28)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-70 annexing ~11 acres for PISD Middle School 8 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-71 zoning ~46 acres as Community Facilities District (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-72 annexing ~6 acres for Public Works Administration Office (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-73 zoning ~6 acres as Community Facilities District (6-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for G-Bar (~157 acres) (6-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for Legacy Branch (~107 acres) (6-0)

TIRZ

The Celina City Council meeting on August 13, 2024 includes a single action item. Council members will consider and act on a resolution for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number Eleven. The resolution would approve project expenditures, add a severability clause, and set an effective date. The agenda also lists the call to order, quorum announcement, and adjournment.

• Resolution to approve project expenditures for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #11
• Inclusion of a severability clause and effective date in the TIRZ #11 resolution

Parks and Recreation Board

The Celina Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to review updates on current park construction projects and discuss future park plans. The board will also discuss parkland and senior center guidelines, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review updates for Ousley Park, Old Celina Park, and Wilson Creek Park
• Discussion of future park projects and Celina parkland
• Discussion of Senior Center Guidelines
• Approval of Parks and Recreation Board minutes from July 17, 2024
• Update regarding the Parks Director search

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation will approve the FY 24-25 budget and an interlocal agreement with the City of Celina. The board will also discuss land acquisition and incentive offers for specific projects in closed session.

• Approve FY 24-25 CEDC budget
• Approve interlocal agreement between City of Celina and CEDC
• Discuss land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• Discuss Project Creeks Retail and Project Jewelers incentives
• Review Granny's Bakery performance agreement

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved the FY 24-25 CEDC budget and an interlocal agreement between the City of Celina and the CEDC, both unanimously. The board also approved the July 2nd meeting minutes. The board convened into executive session to discuss land acquisition and business prospects, then reconvened and adjourned without further action.

• Approved July 2nd regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved FY 24-25 CEDC budget (4-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement between City of Celina and CEDC (4-0)

Library Board

The Celina Library Board will approve the June 6, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss several items: a recap of the Summer Reading Program, an update on the Bookmobile project, the ongoing Library Director search, the board's roles and duties, and the FY 2025 Library Budget.

• Summer Reading Program recap (Robledo)
• Update on the Bookmobile project (Jenks)
• Update on the Library Director search (Stovall)
• Discussion of board roles and duties (Zapata, Stovall)
• Discussion of the FY 2025 Library Budget (Stovall)

The Celina Library Board held a regular meeting on August 1, 2024, with a quorum present. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting, which passed unanimously. The rest of the meeting consisted of worksession updates and discussions, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold a work session to discuss planning updates, CPR training, and a facade grant program. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss enhancements for the Christmas on the Square event.

• Approval of June 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Downtown CPR training update
• Presentation of Facade Grant Program
• Discussion of Christmas on the Square enhancements
• Planning update

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the proposed annual city budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The body will also discuss the proposed Economic Development Corporation budget for the same fiscal year.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Proposed Annual City Budget
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Proposed Economic Development Corporation Budget

Celina Community Development Corporation

The Celina Community Development Corporation regular meeting will consider approval of the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. It will also consider and act to approve the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 budget as presented by Stovall.

• Approve minutes of the June 5, 2024 regular meeting
• Consider and act to approve the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 budget (Stovall)

The Celina Community Development Corporation approved its Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget and accepted the June 5, 2024 meeting minutes. Both actions passed unanimously with four votes in favor and none opposed. Three board members were absent.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 Budget (4-0)
• Accepted June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Downtown Commission

The Celina Downtown Commission will hold a possible quorum on July 23, 2024. One or more members may attend interviews with finalists for the Downtown Manager position at 9:15 a.m. in the City Hall Lobby Conference Room, 142 N. Ohio Street. No deliberations or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Interviews with finalists for Downtown Manager position (9:15 a.m., City Hall Lobby Conference Room, 142 N. Ohio St.)
• Notice posted on July 18, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Celina City Hall

General

The City Council will discuss the issuance of Taxable Series 2024 Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for the Economic Development Corporation. The body will also address vacancies on the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors and discuss a specific land acquisition.

• Issuance of Celina Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024
• Filling at least three vacancies on the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
• Acceptance of resignations for Luke Thigpen, Juan Martinez, and Matthew Featherstone from the Economic Development Corporation Board
• Land acquisition discussion for property south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.

The City Council approved the issuance of the Celina Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024. The council also accepted resignations from the EDC Board.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-36R regarding EDC Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including acceptance of EDC Board resignations (6-0)

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation Board will discuss a land acquisition located south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Drive in a closed executive session. After reconvening, the board will acknowledge new members, appoint a board secretary, and consider a resolution to issue the "Celina Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024." No other actions are scheduled.

• Closed executive session to discuss land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• Acknowledgment of new EDC board members
• Consideration and appointment of an EDC board secretary
• Discussion and consideration of issuance and sale of Celina Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024, including adoption of an authorizing resolution

The Celina Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting and took two actions: appointed Andrew Donaldson as board secretary and adopted a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of 'Celina Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024'. Both motions passed unanimously with four ayes and no nays. The board also discussed land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr. in executive session, but no action was taken on that item in open session.

• Appointed Andrew Donaldson as EDC Board Secretary (4-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing issuance of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024 (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Celina Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on five zoning requests totaling roughly 226 acres and two development agreements covering about 264 acres. The body will also consider a text amendment to update batch-plant regulations in the city’s zoning ordinance.

• Zone ~6 acres south of County Road 106 to Community Facilities (CF) zoning
• Zone ~46 acres north of Frontier Parkway to Community Facilities (CF) zoning
• Development Agreement on ~157 acres north of future J Fred Smith Parkway
• Development Agreement on ~107 acres at northeast corner of Legacy Drive and Clear Creek Parkway
• Amend Chapter 14 zoning ordinance to revise batch-plant regulations

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved all five agenda items, including a development agreement for the 107-acre Legacy Branch project, two community facilities district zonings, a 157-acre development agreement, and a text amendment to batch plant regulations. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Legacy Branch development agreement on ~107 acres at Legacy Drive & Clear Creek Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved CF zoning for ~6 acres south of County Road 106 for Public Works expansion (6-0)
• Approved CF zoning for ~46 acres north of Frontier Pkwy for PISD Middle School 8 (6-0)
• Approved G-Bar (Uptown) development agreement on ~157 acres north of J Fred Smith Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved batch plant zoning ordinance text amendment (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a work session to discuss Senior Center Guidelines. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 3, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion of Senior Center Guidelines

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold worksessions regarding development, special events, and the Downtown Fund Budget. The commission will also receive a planning update for the Downtown Golf Tournament. Members will vote to approve minutes from the June 6 meeting.

• Development update
• Special Events update
• Downtown Fund Budget update
• Downtown Golf Tournament planning update
• Approval of June 6 meeting minutes

TIRZ

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number Fourteen. The item involves approving and recommending the final Project Plan and Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan.

• Resolution approving and recommending the final Project Plan and Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan for TIRZ Number Fourteen

City Council

The council will consider several infrastructure projects, including road improvements and fiber installation. Public hearings are scheduled for multiple land rezonings and an annexation request. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget amendments and water meter purchases.

• Contract for New Mexico Dr. improvements not to exceed $1,548,671.30
• Fiber phase 2 construction totaling up to $382,516.20
• Reimbursement agreement with Serenade MUD for $2,026,561.90
• Public hearing for Serenade PD zoning of approximately 414 acres
• Purchase of Sensus water meters not to exceed $1,251,800.00

The City Council approved several zoning ordinances, including a 414-acre planned development and an 8-acre commercial annexation. Council also authorized a $1.5M road improvement project for New Mexico Drive and adopted the 2024-2026 Strategic Plan.

• Approved $1.5M New Mexico Dr. Improvement contract (6-0)
• Approved 414-acre Serenade PD zoning (6-0)
• Approved 8-acre Farr Tract annexation and commercial zoning (6-0)
• Approved 15-acre Off the Rails Icehouse PD zoning (6-0)
• Adopted 2024-2026 Strategic Plan (6-0)
• Approved $382,516 fiber phase 2 installation (6-0)
• Approved $335,560 Legacy Drive schematic design contract (6-0)
• Approved $2M Serenade MUD reimbursement agreement (6-0)

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The board will review the June 3, 2024, meeting minutes and receive staff updates. An executive session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.

• Approval of June 3, 2024, meeting minutes
• Staff updates
• Discussion regarding land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved a motion to authorize staff to pursue and the Board President to execute an amendment to a real estate sales contract. This action follows a closed executive session discussing land acquisition generally located south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr. The board also approved the minutes from the previous June 3rd meeting.

• Approved June 3rd regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized amendment to real estate sales contract for land south of Ash Street (4-0)

City Council

One or more Celina City Council members may attend a meet and greet with a Fire Chief finalist on June 26, 2024. No deliberations or decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Meet and greet with Fire Chief finalist

City Council

The City Council will hold discussions regarding Charter Review updates and a potential Ethics Policy. The meeting also includes a discussion on a potential Micro Grant Program and an update on the Methodist Celina Medical Center.

• Charter Review updates discussion
• Potential Micro Grant Program discussion
• Potential City of Celina Ethics Policy discussion
• Methodist Celina Medical Center update

Keep Celina Beautiful

The committee will discuss 2024 project planning and a collaboration with Shades of Green. The meeting also includes an update on the NIP Policy creation and approval of the May 21, 2024, minutes.

• 2024 project planning
• Shades of Green collaboration discussion
• Update of the NIP Policy creation
• Approval of May 21, 2024, minutes

The Keep Celina Beautiful Board held a regular meeting on June 20, 2024, where they discussed 2024 project planning, a Shades of Green collaboration, and an NIP Policy update. The Board's only formal vote approved the minutes from the May 21, 2024 regular meeting.

• Approved minutes for the May 21, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including development agreements and rezoning for residential and commercial districts. A worksession will also address batch plant text amendments and Tree City USA awards.

• Zoning request for approximately 414 acres south of Marilee Road for single-family and multi-family use
• Development agreement for approximately 49 acres at G.A. Moore Parkway and Celina Parkway
• Development agreement for approximately 107 acres at Legacy Drive and Clear Creek Parkway
• Rezoning of approximately 15 acres to a Planned Development for commercial use south of Sunset Boulevard
• Major modification to Downtown Code design standards for the redevelopment of Grace Bridge

The Celina Planning & Zoning Commission approved five items on June 20, 2024, including a 414-acre planned development called Serenade and a 49-acre development agreement, all by 5-0 votes. The commission also approved zoning for about 8 acres (Farr Tract), a PD amendment for The Grove at Frontier, a 15-acre PD for Off the Rails Icehouse with required evergreen screening, and a major modification for Grace Bridge redevelopment. A development agreement for about 107 acres at Legacy Drive and Clear Creek Parkway was tabled at the applicant's request and its public hearing was continued. Two commissioners were absent.

• Approved minutes from the April 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled 107-acre Legacy Branch development agreement at applicant's request; public hearing continued
• Approved 49-acre Ariana Access development agreement (5-0)
• Approved 414-acre Serenade planned development with SF-R, SF-A, MF-0, MF-2, and MF-3 base zoning (5-0)
• Approved zoning about 8 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail (Farr Tract) (5-0)
• Approved PD amendment for The Grove at Frontier (Lanterra) on about 4 acres (5-0)
• Approved 15-acre PD zoning for Off the Rails Icehouse with opaque evergreen screening along western boundary (5-0)
• Approved major modification to Downtown Code design standards for Grace Bridge redevelopment (5-0)

Arts & Culture Board

The board will receive updates on the Downtown Patio Art Selection Process and the PCA Mural. Members will also take action to select panels for art installations at the police station and a water storage tank.

• Downtown Patio Art Selection Process update
• PCA Mural update
• Panel selection for Police Station art installation
• Panel selection for water storage tank mural
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for a development agreement on approximately 66 acres at Glendenning Parkway. The agenda also includes discussions regarding water rate revisions, budget amendments, and the election of a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Public hearing for a development agreement on ~66 acres at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway
• Contract for Fire Station #4 design services not to exceed $726,000.00
• Bid award for Bothwell Boulevard Median Lighting project up to $1,094,450.50
• Ordinance amending the Master Fee Chart regarding commercial water rates
• Cost-sharing agreement of $680,037.01 to oversize a waterline along Stallcup Road

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including median lighting for Bothwell Boulevard and design services for Fire Station #4. The council also approved a development agreement for 66 acres at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway and elected new leadership roles.

• Awarded Bothwell Boulevard Median Lighting project to Roadway Solutions, Inc. for up to $1,094,450.50 (6-0)
• Authorized $726,000 contract with Conduit Architecture + Design LLC for Fire Station #4 design (6-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for ~66 acres at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway (5-1)
• Elected Andy Hopkins as Mayor Pro Tem and Mindy Koehne as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem (6-0)
• Approved $438,654 work authorization for Garver, LLC for Wastewater Master Plan update (6-0)
• Approved $399,300 work authorization for Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Water and Wastewater Impact Fee update (6-0)
• Awarded HVAC maintenance bid to CEC Facilities Group for up to $264,760 over five years (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Special Events Guidelines (6-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold worksessions regarding development and special events updates. The meeting also includes discussions about the Downtown Golf Tournament and the July meeting schedule. Additionally, the commission will review the minutes from the May 2 meeting for approval.

• Development Update
• Special Events Update
• Discussion regarding the Downtown Golf Tournament
• Approval of May 2 meeting minutes

The Downtown Commission met on June 6, 2024 and approved the minutes from its May 2, 2024 regular meeting on a 5-0 vote. The rest of the meeting was worksession discussion only, covering a development update, a special events update, the Downtown Golf Tournament, the July meeting, and previous meeting items. No other decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m.

• Approved May 2, 2024 Downtown Commission meeting minutes (5-0)

Library Board

The Celina Library Board will hold work sessions regarding library programming, the Friends of the Library booksale, and the Library Bookmobile project. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 2, 2024 meeting.

• Update on Library programming
• Update on the Friends of the Library booksale
• Update on the Library Bookmobile project
• Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes

The Library Board met on June 6, 2024. The board approved the minutes from the May 2, 2024, regular meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved May 2, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes (4-0)

Celina Community Development Corporation

The Celina Community Development Corporation will hold a worksession regarding City organization changes and budget updates. The board will also receive an update on the Earthman Park Design. Action is scheduled to approve minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting.

• City organization changes and introductions
• Budget discussion and update
• Earthman Park Design update
• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The board met for a work session and one formal action. The only decision made was the approval of minutes from a previous meeting.

• Accepted August 9, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Celina City Council will hold a worksession regarding the City's response to the storms that occurred on May 25-26, 2024. This is a special called meeting for discussion purposes.

• Discussion regarding the City's response to the May 25-26, 2024, storms

The City Council received reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs regarding the city's response to the May 25-26, 2024, storms. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Board will review May 7th meeting minutes and hold a worksession regarding bond issuance. An executive session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr. The board will also deliberate on business prospects known as Project Blue, Project Orange, and Project Motor.

• Approval of May 7th meeting minutes
• Bond issuance discussion
• Land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• Deliberation on Project Blue, Project Orange, and Project Motor

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board met on June 3, 2024 and approved the minutes of its May 7, 2024 regular meeting. The board then held a worksession on bond issuance and staff updates, convened into closed executive session to discuss legal advice, a land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr., and three business prospects (Project Blue, Project Orange, Project Motor), and reconvened into open session. No substantive decisions beyond approving the prior minutes were recorded; the board adjourned at 12:37pm.

• Approved May 7, 2024 regular meeting minutes (5-0, Webber/Featherstone)

Keep Celina Beautiful

The committee will hold a work session regarding strategic planning and a cleanup at Moore Middle School. Members will also select locations for Keep Texas Beautiful signs and Neighborhood Integrity Program recommendations.

• Strategic Planning Session
• Moore Middle School Downtown Cleanup
• Selection of Keep Texas Beautiful sign locations
• Selection of Neighborhood Integrity Program (NIP) recommendations

The board approved the minutes from the April 18, 2024, regular meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of work session updates and discussions regarding city programs and project planning.

• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

General

The City Council will consider several high-value contracts for street maintenance, water reclamation, and park construction. The body will also hold public hearings on annexations and rezoning requests and discuss updates to the city's Strategic Plan.

• Annual Street Maintenance project award to Apple Pavement Services LLC not to exceed $4,356,922.20
• Legacy Hills Water Reclamation Facility Phase 2 design with Garver, LLC not to exceed $2,231,940.00
• Old Celina Park playground construction GMP through Dean Construction for $7,232,250.20
• Bothwell Boulevard Median Lighting project award to Roadway Solutions, Inc. not to exceed $1,094,450.50
• Public hearings for annexation and zoning of 5 acres east of KC Robinson Lane and south of Sunset Boulevard

The Celina City Council approved a $4.36 million contract for annual street maintenance and authorized a $7.2 million playground construction at Old Celina Park. In a contested public hearing, the Council voted 2-4 to deny rezoning for a swim school near Preston Road. The Council also approved a new Economic Development Director, adopted a 2024 budget amendment, and tabled a $1.1 million lighting project for June.

• Approved $4,356,922.20 street maintenance contract with Apple Pavement Services (6-0)
• Denied rezoning for 'My Swim Buddy' near Preston Road (2-4)
• Approved $7,232,250.20 playground construction at Old Celina Park (6-0)
• Appointed Anthony Satarino as Economic Development Director (4-3)
• Tabled $1,094,450.50 Bothwell Boulevard lighting project until June 11
• Approved $2,231,940.00 design services for Legacy Hills Water Reclamation Facility (6-0)
• Adopted amended 2023-2024 budget reallocating funds (6-0)
• Denied termination of Marketing Services Agreement with Celina Chamber of Commerce (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct the canvass and consider a resolution to declare the results of the May 4, 2024, Joint General Election. The meeting also includes the administration of oaths of office for newly elected Councilmembers for Place Nos. 2 and 3.

• Canvass and adoption of resolution for May 4, 2024, Joint General Election results
• Oath-of-Office and Certificate-of-Election for Councilmembers Place Nos. 2 and 3

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Board of Directors will review previous meeting minutes and a proposed amendment to the CEDC Bylaws. The agenda includes a worksession on Project Doe Branch, bond issuance, and legal training regarding sales tax and the Open Meetings Act.

• Amendment to CEDC Bylaws
• Discussion of land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• Review of The Wick Amendment to Performance Agreement
• Deliberation on Project Motor, Project Doe Branch, and Project Blue
• Discussion regarding Executive Director employment contract

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved the First Amendment to a Performance Agreement with Swirls Bakery, LLC and an Employment Agreement with Anthony Satarino, both on terms discussed in closed executive session. The board also approved minutes from its March 20 special meeting and April 2 regular meeting, and passed an amendment to the CEDC bylaws. All votes were unanimous among the five members present; two board members were absent. The board met in executive session from 1:21pm to 2:49pm to discuss land acquisition, business prospects, and the Executive Director employment contract.

• Approved special meeting minutes for March 20, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes for April 2, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved an amendment to the CEDC bylaws (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Performance Agreement with Swirls Bakery, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Employment Agreement with Anthony Satarino (5-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and development items. The body will also vote to approve the minutes from the April 4 meeting.

• Discussion of Main Street boundary
• Discussion of Downtown Manager position
• Discussion of Downtown trademarks
• Discussion of Golf Tournament funds for City groups
• Approval of April 4 meeting minutes

The Downtown Commission met to discuss development updates, the Main Street boundary, and the Downtown Manager position. The only formal action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved April 4, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a work session to receive updates on the Friends of the Library and changes to city organization. The board is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting.

• Update on the Friends of the Library
• Update on changes to the City's organization and staff introductions
• Approval of April 4, 2024 meeting minutes

The Library Board met on May 2, 2024. The board approved the minutes from the April 4, 2024, regular meeting.

• Approved April 4, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a worksession for a development overview before moving to public hearings. The meeting includes several requests regarding land use, including a development agreement and two zoning changes.

• Development Agreement for Willard Cattle on approximately 66 acres near Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway
• Zoning request for Parkside Terrace (Glory Villas Addition) to Single-Family Residential, Attached District (SF-A) east of KC Robinson Lane
• Rezoning request for My Swim Buddy to Planned Development (PD) with Commercial, Office, & Retail District (C) base zoning north of Malone Street

The Commission approved a rezoning request for a swim school on Malone Street and a zoning request for a residential addition in the ETJ. A development agreement for 66 acres at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway was also approved.

• Approved Development Agreement for ~66 acres at Oklahoma Dr. and Glendenning Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved zoning ~5 acres to Single-Family Residential, Attached District for Parkside Terrace (6-0)
• Approved rezoning ~1 acre to Planned Development for My Swim Buddy (4-2)
• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Keep Celina Beautiful

The Keep Celina Beautiful committee will hold a strategic planning session and discuss a cleanup for Moore Middle School. The body is scheduled to select locations for Keep Texas Beautiful signs and choose recommendations for the Neighborhood Integrity Program (NIP).

• Strategic Planning Session
• Moore Middle School Downtown Cleanup
• Selection of Keep Texas Beautiful sign location(s)
• Selection of Neighborhood Integrity Program (NIP) recommendations

The Keep Celina Beautiful Board approved recommendations for the Neighborhood Integrity Program, selecting Bluewood, Celina Village, and Glen Crossing for Council approval. The board also voted to install a Keep Texas Beautiful affiliate sign near Preston Rd. and north of Sunset Blvd. Previous meeting minutes from February 15, 2024, were approved.

• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Selected location for Keep Texas Beautiful sign near Preston Rd. and north of Sunset Blvd. (6-0)
• Recommended Bluewood, Celina Village, and Glen Crossing for 2024 Neighborhood Integrity Program (6-0)

Arts & Culture Board

The board will receive updates on a student mural project and a mural at Fire Station #3. Members will also discuss the 2024 public art selection process.

• Update on PCA student mural project
• Update on mural at Fire Station #3
• Public Art Selection Process: 2024 Project Selection
• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Celina Arts & Culture Board held a regular meeting on April 17, 2024, and approved the minutes of its February 21, 2024 regular meeting by a 5-0 vote. The rest of the session was a worksession with updates and discussion on the PCA student mural project, the mural at Fire Station #3, the 2024 public art selection process, and previous meeting items; no other actions were recorded. The minutes contain conflicting dates and times, including a call-to-order reference to February 21, 2024, and a quorum announced at 5:55 PM after the 5:37 PM call to order.

• Approved minutes of the February 21, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)

General

The Special Events Advisory Committee will meet to review a spring update on 2024 events. The committee will also hold a presentation and workshop activity regarding the Fiscal Year 25 budget.

• 2024 Events Spring Update
• Fiscal Year 25 Budget Presentation
• Fiscal Year 25 Budget Workshop Activity
• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes

The Special Events Advisory Committee met on April 17, 2024, with all seven members present. Staff presented updates on the Friday Night Market, 2024 Touch-A-Truck at Old Celina Park, the downtown Movie Night on the Square series, and the 2024 Celina Cajun Fest. The committee also received a Fiscal Year 25 budget presentation and completed a budget workshop activity. No action items were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will decide on several high-value infrastructure contracts and zoning changes. The body is also discussing the Government Center design, potential City Charter amendments, and eminent domain proceedings for Coit Road.

• Agreement with Upper Trinity Regional Water District for Doe Branch Water Reclamation Facility expansion and pipeline for $121,500,000
• Downtown Street Improvement project (Arizona and Colorado) bid for J&L Construction, LLC up to $3,590,702.96
• Bothwell Boulevard Median Lighting project bid for Roadway Solutions, Inc. up to $1,094,450.50
• Condemnation of 6.8049 acres and easements for the Coit Road project
• Public hearings for rezoning 42 acres to Community Facilities District and a development agreement for Lifeway Church

The Celina City Council approved a $121,500,000 agreement with the Upper Trinity Regional Water District to expand the Doe Branch Water Reclamation Facility and build a wastewater pipeline extension to Fishtrap Road. It also awarded a $3,590,702.96 contract to J&L Construction, LLC for the Downtown Street Improvement project (Arizona and Colorado) and approved a $20,000 performance agreement with The Twisted Trail, LLC. The council authorized condemnation for rights of way and easements for the Coit Road project, approved a 42-acre rezoning to Community Facilities District, and tabled two items to May 14, 2024. A zoning application for about 30 acres (Thomas Tract) was withdrawn by the applicant, so no vote was taken.

• Approved $121,500,000 agreement with Upper Trinity Regional Water District for Doe Branch Water Reclamation Facility expansion and pipeline to Fishtrap Road (5-0)
• Awarded $3,590,702.96 contract to J&L Construction, LLC for Downtown Street Improvement project, Arizona and Colorado (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-18R authorizing condemnation for Coit Road rights of way and easements, 6.8049 acres (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-17R, $20,000 performance agreement with The Twisted Trail, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-20 rezoning about 42 acres to Community Facilities District near Old Glendenning Road and Coit Road (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-22 and Ordinance No. 2024-23 for Wells South Public Improvement District assessments and Series 2024 bonds (5-0 each)
• Tabled Hubbard Development Agreement amendment and Bothwell Boulevard Median Lighting bid to May 14, 2024 (5-0 each)
• Thomas Tract PD amendment withdrawn by applicant; no vote taken

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will discuss development updates, merchant mix research, and the Heritage Museum grand re-opening. The body will also vote on distributing funds raised at a golf tournament to the Heritage Museum, Celina Police Department, and Celina Fire Department.

• Donation to the Heritage Museum from golf tournament funds
• Donation to the Celina Police Department from golf tournament funds
• Donation to the Celina Fire Department from golf tournament funds
• Discussion regarding non-City sponsored events on the Downtown Square
• Discussion of Downtown Code

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a work session to discuss upcoming programming and the 2024 booksale. The board will also receive updates on the search for a Library Director and the Celina Friends of the Library.

• Discussion of the 2024 Booksale
• Update on the search for a Library Director
• Update on Spring and Summer programming
• Update from the Celina Friends of the Library
• Approval of February 1, 2024 meeting minutes

The Celina Library Board met on April 4, 2024, with a quorum present and one member absent. In its only action item, the board voted 6-0 to approve the minutes of its February 1, 2024 regular meeting. The rest of the meeting was a worksession covering the 2024 booksale, spring and summer programming, the Celina Friends of the Library, the search for a Library Director, and Linda Shaw's memorial service; the minutes record no decisions on those topics. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the February 1, 2024 regular meeting (6-0, Meyer absent)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a worksession to review park designs. The board is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the February 7, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of the Bonfire Park concept plan
• Discussion and update of the Wilson Creek Park schematic design

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to review minutes and hold an executive session. The board will discuss land acquisition and financial incentives for business prospects.

• Land acquisition discussion south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• Discussion of incentives for Project Rails
• Discussion of incentives for Project Trails
• Approval of March 5th meeting minutes

The Celina Economic Development Corporation approved a performance agreement with The Twisted Trail, LLC following an executive session. The board also approved the minutes from the March 5, 2024, meeting.

• Approved performance agreement with The Twisted Trail, LLC (6-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 regular meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss potential Charter amendments and updates to Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans. The body is also deciding on funding for police department furniture and two community events.

• Purchase of furniture for Law Enforcement Center, Phase 1 not to exceed $823,054.62
• Work authorization for 2024 Celina Cajun Fest to B-Weiss Entertainment Group, LLC not to exceed $250,000
• Work authorization for Splash & Blast to B-Weiss Entertainment Group, LLC not to exceed $125,000
• Discussion on Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans
• Discussion regarding potential Charter amendments

The Celina City Council approved three action items during a special meeting. They authorized up to $823,054.62 for furniture at the new Law Enforcement Center and approved contracts for the 2024 Celina Cajun Fest and Splash & Blast events totaling up to $375,000. Staff also discussed potential Charter amendments and updates to the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved $823,054.62 for Law Enforcement Center furniture (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 for 2024 Celina Cajun Fest (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 for 2024 Splash & Blast (5-0)
• Discussed potential Charter amendments (no action taken)
• Discussed Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans (no action taken)

General

The Downtown Commission is scheduled for a Law Enforcement Tour at the Law Enforcement Center. The notice states that no deliberations or decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Law Enforcement Tour at 3025 S. Coit Rd

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and a development agreement. The body will also consider amendments to landscaping regulations and revisions to the Neighborhood Vision Book.

• Rezoning of approximately 42 acres north of Old Glendenning Road to Community Facilities District (Bellevue Miller Tract)
• Development Agreement for approximately 14 acres north of County Road 58 (Lifeway Church)
• Text amendment to Chapter 14: Zoning, Article 14.04 regarding Landscaping & Tree Preservation
• Request to revise the Neighborhood Vision Book

The Celina Planning & Zoning Commission approved four items at its March 21, 2024 meeting, all by unanimous votes of the six members present. The commission rezoned about 42 acres north of Old Glendenning Road to Community Facilities District, approved a development agreement for a roughly 14-acre Lifeway Church site in the ETJ, amended landscaping and tree preservation rules in the zoning code, and revised the Neighborhood Vision Book. Commissioner Russell Boswell was absent for all votes.

• Approved rezoning ~42 acres to Community Facilities District (CF) north of Old Glendenning Road, ~1,200 feet west of Coit Road (6-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for ~14 acres for Lifeway Church north of County Road 58, ~325 feet west of County Road 59 in the ETJ (6-0)
• Approved text amendment to Chapter 14 Zoning, Article 14.04 Site Development Standards, Part Two Landscaping & Tree Preservation (6-0)
• Approved revision to the Neighborhood Vision Book (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the February 15, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting (6-0)

Keep Celina Beautiful

The committee will review applications for the Neighborhood Integrity Program and hold a strategic planning session for vision casting. Members will also select locations for Keep Texas Beautiful signs and determine awards for the Volunteer Appreciation Banquet.

• Review of Neighborhood Integrity Program (NIP) applications
• Strategic Planning Session - Vision Casting
• Selection of Keep Texas Beautiful sign location(s)
• Selection of Volunteer Appreciation Banquet awards

General

The Celina Economic Development Corporation will discuss and take action on a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust. The board will also discuss Project Trails in both open and executive sessions.

• Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust
• Project Trails

The Celina Economic Development Corporation ratified a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement and Performance Agreement with Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust. The board also held an executive session to discuss Project Trails.

• Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement and Performance Agreement with Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust (5-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold a work session to discuss several operational and development items. The body is reviewing communication with merchants and strategies for downtown transformation.

• Development update
• Friday Night Market structure and March Market discussion
• Hands-Only Downtown CPR program update
• Main Street America transformation strategies
• Approval of February regular meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will vote on ratifying land acquisitions and an agreement for Project Spark. The body is also considering several annexation requests, zoning amendments, and various infrastructure and service contracts.

• Ratification of land acquisition south of Ash St. and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• Contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for $370,690.00 for waterline relocation along FM 428
• 5-year contract with Dataprose, Inc. for utility bill printing estimated at $675,000.00
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for senior living on 16 acres west of Preston Road
• Cost-sharing agreement with Rayburn Country Electric Cooperative, Inc. for $101,608.00

City Council awarded a landscaping contract for the Preston Road Green Ribbon Project and approved several land annexations and rezoning requests. The council also authorized the issuance of certificates of obligation and accepted the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit.

• Awarded Preston Road Green Ribbon Project bid to C. Green Scaping, LP for up to $1,119,177.25 (5-0)
• Approved annexation and Community Facilities zoning for ~15 acres south of County Road 106 (5-0)
• Approved annexation of ~1 acre at northeast corner of Preston Road and FM 455 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of ~53 acres at Preston Road and FM 455 to mixed-use districts (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for senior living on ~16 acres west of Preston Road (5-0)
• Authorized $370,690 for waterline relocation design along FM 428 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (4-0)
• Authorized $675,000 5-year contract for utility bill printing with Dataprose, Inc. (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a worksession to discuss the Friends Group 2024 book sale and spring programming. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the February 1, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of the Friends Group 2024 Booksale
• Update on Spring Programming
• Update on the Friends Group
• Approval of February 1, 2024 meeting minutes

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation will consider approving a contract for a 31.8624-acre land acquisition and a new performance agreement with 3-D Dance Performing Arts Academy LLC. The board will also discuss bond counsel legal services and a contract with Hilltop Securities.

• Acquisition of approximately 31.8624-acre tract or tracts of land
• Contract with Hilltop Securities
• Engagement agreement for bond counsel legal services
• New performance agreement with 3-D Dance Performing Arts Academy LLC
• Discussion and action regarding Project Doe Branch

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board unanimously approved Chapter 380 agreements with Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust and Mudea Cafe LLC. The board also authorized the acquisition of a 31.8624-acre tract of land and engaged Norton Rose Fulbright as bond counsel. Additionally, the board voided two amendments to the 3-D Dance Performing Arts Academy agreement and approved a new original performance agreement with the company.

• Approved February 6 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved engagement agreement for bond counsel with Norton Rose Fulbright (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Advisory Agreement with Hilltop Securities (5-0)
• Authorized execution of contract to acquire 31.8624-acre tract of land (5-0)
• Voided First Amendment to 3-D Dance Performing Arts Academy agreement (5-0)
• Voided Second Amendment to 3-D Dance Performing Arts Academy agreement (5-0)
• Approved new original performance agreement with 3-D Dance Performing Arts Academy (5-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust (5-0)

General

The City of Celina is holding a Town Hall meeting at Celina High School to discuss general topics. This is not an official City Council meeting, and no city business will be voted on.

• Presentation by Mayor Ryan Tubbs
• Presentation by Dr. Tom Maglisceau
• Public Q&A session

Arts & Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will meet to elect its leadership and review several public art projects. The session includes updates on murals and the public art selection process.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on PCA Student mural project
• Update on mural at Firestation #3
• Debrief on PILOT Public Art Selection Process
• Discussion of onboarding for new Board Members

The Board elected Victoria Lovinggood as Chair and Gina Overstreet as Vice Chair. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 15, 2023, meeting.

• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Nominated Victoria Lovinggood as Chair (6-0)
• Nominated Gina Overstreet as Vice Chair (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to act on three land-use requests. The body will also discuss revisions to the Landscaping Ordinance and the Neighborhood Vision Book.

• Request to zone 15 acres south of County Road 106 to Community Facilities District for Public Works Expansion
• Request to amend 53 acres of Planned Development No. 110 at Preston Road and FM 455
• Specific Use Permit request for Senior Living on 16 acres west of Preston Road and south of John Campbell Trail
• Discussion of Landscaping Ordinance revisions
• Discussion of Neighborhood Vision Book revisions

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning request for public works expansion and a Planned Development amendment for the North 6 project. The commission also approved a Specific Use Permit for a senior living facility.

• Approved zoning 15 acres to Community Facilities District for Public Works Expansion (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Planned Development No. 110 for North 6 (4-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for eVantage Senior Living assisted and independent living (4-0)
• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Keep Celina Beautiful

The committee will hold a work session to discuss the city's allowed plant list and the preservation of wildlife and vegetation around development. Members will also discuss sign locations and conduct a strategic planning session.

• Discussion of the City's Allowed Plant List
• Discussion of wildlife and vegetation preservation around development
• Discussion of possible locations for Keep Celina Beautiful signs
• Strategic planning session
• Selection of LifeConnected Service Day date

The Keep Celina Beautiful Board approved Saturday, November 2, 2024, as the date for the LifeConnected Service Day, with November 9 designated as a backup for bad weather. The board also approved the minutes from their previous meeting on January 18, 2024. A worksession included discussions on the city's allowed plant list, wildlife preservation, sign locations, and future strategic planning.

• Approved Nov 2, 2024 as LifeConnected Service Day (6-0)
• Approved Nov 9, 2024 as backup Service Day date
• Approved Jan 18, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and voluntary annexations for residential and commercial properties. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts and calling for a general election on May 4, 2024.

• Public hearings for rezoning and annexation of 64 acres at Dallas Parkway and Light Farms Way
• Award of Earthman Park Signage bid to Legacy Signs of Texas not to exceed $99,325.00
• Agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery, LLC for Downtown Inner Loop Phase 1 not to exceed $255,094.96
• Work authorization for 2024 Annual Street Maintenance from TRC Engineers, Inc. not to exceed $204,940.00
• Resolution calling for a General Election for Councilmember Place 2 and Place 3 on May 4, 2024

The City Council approved several land annexations and rezoning ordinances, including a 641-acre PD amendment and a 64-acre annexation. The council also called for a general election on May 4, 2024, to elect Councilmembers for Place 2 and Place 3.

• Called General Election for Council Place 2 and Place 3 for May 4, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 1.2 acres west of Preston Road to Commercial, Office, & Retail (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation and zoning of 64 acres at Dallas Parkway and Light Farms Way (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation and PD zoning of 12 acres west of FM 455 (6-0)
• Approved PD amendment for 641 acres north of County Road 130 (6-0)
• Approved PD zoning for 33 acres west of Legacy Drive (6-0)
• Tabled Thomas Tract PD amendment until April 9, 2024 (5-1)
• Authorized $204,940 for 2024 Annual Street Maintenance engineering (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a retreat on February 9 and 10, 2024. The schedule consists of training, strategic planning analysis, and tours of Fort Worth locations.

• DISC Training
• Strategic Communications session
• Strategic Plan Analysis
• Governance and Communication session

The City Council conducted a retreat featuring training, presentations, and strategic analysis. The minutes record the schedule of events but list no substantive decisions or votes.

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will receive updates on several parks and infrastructure projects during a worksession. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 3, 2023 meeting.

• Update on Old Celina Park Playground and Restroom Project
• Update on Ousley Park Design and Stream Restoration Projects
• Update on Wilson Creek Park Design
• Update on Preston Road Tree Replacement and Green Ribbon Project
• Update on Earthman Park and Bonfire Park Concept Plans

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Board of Directors will vote on updating the corporation's articles of incorporation and appointing a Board Secretary. The body will also meet in executive session to discuss business prospects and land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.

• Amendment to Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Celina Economic Development Corporation
• Land acquisition south of Ash Street and west of Oklahoma Dr.
• 3-D Dance Amendment to Performance Agreement
• Appointment of an EDC Board Secretary
• Discussion of business prospects: Project Rails, Project Mudea, Project Spark, Project Big Box Retailer, Project Uptown Commons, and Project Heyday

The Board approved an amendment to the Corporation's Articles of Incorporation and a second amendment to a performance agreement with 3-D Performing Arts Academy LLC. The Board also updated bank signors and appointed a new Board Secretary.

• Approved January 2nd meeting minutes (5-0)
• Removed Kyle Rose as bank signor and added Matt Featherstone (5-0)
• Appointed Juan Martinez as EDC Board Secretary (4-0)
• Approved Amendment to Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to performance agreement with 3-D Performing Arts Academy LLC (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the design of the library within the future Government Center. Members will also discuss the Friends of the Library, a possible Writer's Lab, and future book sales. The board will receive an update on the Bookmobile and TSLAC Grant.

• Design update for the library within the future Government Center
• Discussion of a possible Writer's Lab
• Update on the Bookmobile and TSLAC Grant
• Discussion of future Book Sales
• Approval of January 4, 2024 meeting minutes

The Library Board met on February 1, 2024. The board approved the minutes from the January 4, 2024, regular meeting. Other items were discussed during a work session but no formal actions were taken on them.

• Approved January 4, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)

Downtown Commission

The Downtown Commission will hold a work session to discuss various downtown programs, budget, and a Main Street America self-assessment. The body will also decide on a date and location for a fundraising golf tournament.

• Discussion of budget
• Main Street America self-assessment and placemaking guide
• Fundraising golf tournament date and location
• Hands-Only Downtown CPR program update
• Friday Night Market volunteer duties and dates

The Celina Downtown Commission met on February 1, 2024 and approved minutes from its November 2, 2023 regular meeting and December 8, 2023 annual retreat, both by 8-0 votes. It also approved holding a fundraising golf tournament on October 1, 2024 at Stonebridge Ranch Country Club - The Hills Course, by an 8-0 vote. The rest of the meeting was worksession discussion on topics including development, downtown CPR, holiday events, merchant communication, and budget; no other action items were voted on.

• Approved minutes of the November 2, 2023 regular meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 8, 2023 annual retreat (8-0)
• Approved fundraising golf tournament on October 1, 2024 at Stonebridge Ranch Country Club - The Hills Course (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to enter a closed executive session for legal advice. The session concerns a specific legal case. No other public business is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session regarding Cause No. DC-20-18195 Shea Scott v. City of Celina

The Celina City Council convened for a special meeting that included a closed executive session to consult with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation (Shea Scott v. City of Celina). The council reconvened in open session and adjourned without making any public decisions, approvals, or votes.

• Convened closed executive session for legal consultation on Cause No. DC-20-18195
• Reconvened into open session
• Adjourned meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several zoning changes and Planned Development amendments. These requests involve residential, commercial, and mixed-use land use designations within the city limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Rezoning of ~1 acre west of Preston Road to Commercial, Office, & Retail (910 N Preston)
• Zoning of ~64 acres at Dallas Parkway and Light Farms Way to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District
• Zoning of ~12 acres west of FM 455 to a Planned Development for townhomes (Legacy Townhomes)
• Amendment of ~641 acres of PD No. 70 near Custer Road and County Road 130 (Rainwater)
• Rezoning of ~33 acres west of Legacy Drive to a Planned Development (Stiles Tract)

The Commission approved several rezoning and Planned Development requests for commercial and residential projects. One request to amend a Planned Development for the Thomas Tract was denied because it did not align with the city's vision for the Dallas North Tollway Overlay.

• Approved rezoning 1 acre to Commercial, Office, & Retail District at 910 N Preston
• Approved zoning 64 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District (Celina 64)
• Approved zoning 12 acres to Planned Development for Legacy Townhomes
• Approved amendment to 641 acres of Planned Development No. 70 (Rainwater)
• Approved rezoning 33 acres to Planned Development for Stiles Tract (Estates on Legacy)
• Denied amendment to 30 acres of Planned Development No. 17 (Thomas Tract) (6-0)
• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Keep Celina Beautiful

The Keep Celina Beautiful committee is holding a work session to review staffing and upcoming volunteer events. The body will discuss the LifeConnected Service Day and the 2024 Neighborhood Integrity Program.

• 2024 events overview for volunteering
• LifeConnected Service Day overview
• 2024 Neighborhood Integrity Program overview
• City staffing updates

The Keep Celina Beautiful Board held a regular meeting on January 18, 2024. The session was a worksession featuring updates on city staffing, 2024 volunteer events, LifeConnected Service Day, and the Neighborhood Integrity Program. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes.

• Worksession held on 2024 volunteer events and programs
• City staffing updates presented by Trevor Ludwyck
• Overview of LifeConnected Service Day discussed
• Overview of 2024 Neighborhood Integrity Program provided
• Meeting adjourned at 6:51 PM

Special Events Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a worksession to recap Fall 2023 events and preview the 2024 calendar and spring events. Members will also conduct a workshop activity regarding Movie on the Square. The body will decide on the appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Presentation of the 2024 Calendar of Events
• 2024 Spring Events Preview
• 2024 Movie on the Square Workshop Activity
• Appointment of the Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023, and October 11, 2023

The Special Events Advisory Committee approved minutes from their July and October 2023 meetings. The committee also formally appointed a Chair and a Vice Chair. Additionally, members participated in workshops regarding the 2024 event calendar and movie selections.

• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved October 11, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Chair (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Vice Chair (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several service contracts, budget amendments, and road improvement projects. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the annexation and zoning of 2 acres near future Coit Road and G. A. Moore Parkway.

• Mowing services contract to Morales Lawn Service, LLC and Yellowstone Landscape not to exceed $1,460,259.85
• Downtown Sign Project Phase #2 contract to Marcom's Construction not to exceed $190,613.50
• Parvin Road Paving Improvements change orders totaling $474,675.00
• Annexation and zoning of 2 acres east of future Coit Road and south of future G. A. Moore Parkway
• Adoption of the Ousley Park Master Plan

The Celina City Council approved an amended fiscal year 2023-2024 budget and adopted the Ousley Park Master Plan. The council awarded contracts for mowing services, downtown signage, and road improvements, while denying one set of appointments to the Economic Development Corporation Board before approving a different set.

• Approved amended FY2023-2024 budget (5-1)
• Adopted Ousley Park Master Plan (6-0)
• Awarded mowing services contract for $1.46M cap (6-0)
• Awarded Downtown Sign Project Phase #2 for $190,613.50 cap (6-0)
• Approved WRF expansion amendment for $2.84M cap (6-0)
• Denied appointment of Ryan Wilcox and Luke Thigpen to EDC Board (3-3 tie broken by Mayor against)
• Approved appointment of Andrew Donaldson and Luke Thigpen to EDC Board (4-3)
• Pulled Preston Road Lighting item for future consideration (6-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and assistance needed from the Friends group. The board will also review a 2023 event and vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of assistance needed from the Friends group in 2024
• Recap of the 2023 Cupcakes with Mrs Claus event
• Discussion of the 2024 board meeting schedule
• Approval of minutes from the November 2, 2023 Regular Meeting

The Library Board approved the minutes from the November 2, 2023 meeting. The board also held a work session to discuss the 2024 meeting schedule, the 2023 Cupcakes with Mrs Claus event, and assistance from the Friends group.

• Approved November 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss board items and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider whether to advise City Council to adopt the Ousley Park Master Plan.

• Consideration of the Ousley Park Master Plan for recommendation to City Council
• Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes

Celina Economic Development Corporation

The Celina Economic Development Corporation is meeting to appoint an interim director and select a search firm for a permanent director. The board will also consider a budget amendment and discuss agreements with business prospects.

• Appointment of Interim Director
• Selection of CEDC Director Search Firm
• Budget Amendment
• Discussion of Project Big Box Retailer
• 3-D Dance Amendment to Performance Agreement

The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved Jorgenson Consulting as its director search firm and appointed Melissa Thomas as Interim Director. It also established an ad hoc committee to review and select executive director candidates, and approved a budget amendment for personnel expenditures and contractual services. The board approved the first amendment to the performance agreement with 3-D Performing Arts Academy LLC. All votes recorded were unanimous, with no nays; board member Juan Martinez was absent.

• Approved Jorgenson Consulting as CEDC director search firm (4-0)
• Approved Melissa Thomas as Interim Director (4-0)
• Established ad hoc committee to review and select CEDC Executive Director candidates (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment for personnel expenditures and contractual services (vote tally not recorded)
• Approved first amendment to performance agreement with 3-D Performing Arts Academy LLC (vote tally not recorded)
• Approved November 7 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved December 5 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

General

This document is a notice that one or more Celina City Council members may attend the Economic Development Corporation Board meeting. The notice states that no deliberations or decisions will be made at the meeting.