Sherman public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including a 36-inch water main construction manager and drainage improvements. The body will also consider contracts for fire department vehicles and solid waste equipment.

• Resolution 7003: Development Agreement with Carbet Properties, LLC for drainage improvements at Lot 36, Pebblebrook South, Phase 1
• Resolution 7004: Contract with Garney Companies, Inc. for 36-Inch West Sherman Water Main Construction Manager at Risk
• Resolution 7006: Purchase of a new base truck mount loader from Texas Pack & Load for Solid Waste
• Resolution 7007: Purchase of four new half-ton trucks from El Dorado Chevrolet for the Fire Department
• Request to temporarily close streets for the 10th Annual 'Beat the Heat 5K' on April 15, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, to consider a consent agenda of 16 routine plat approvals, plus several public hearings. The most significant items include a zone change for a multi-family residential development, a specific use permit for a mini-warehouse and RV storage, and a variance for a Habitat for Humanity lot. The meeting will also include appointment of board officers and citizen comments.

• Zone change at 2131 North Loy Lake Road from C-2 to R-2 for multi-family residential
• Specific Use Permit and Site Plan for mini-warehouse and RV storage at 920 South FM 1417
• Variance for 6 parking spaces instead of 22 at 920 South FM 1417
• Variance for 47.44' lot width instead of 60' at 1015 South First Street (Habitat for Humanity)
• Final Plat for Luella Crossing Phase II (48.487 acres, 200-600 blocks Luella Road)

The Commission approved several residential and commercial plats, including a mini-warehouse and a temporary loan office. A request for a zone change at 2131 North Loy Lake Road was tabled due to an incorrect legal notice. The Board of Adjustment also granted variances for parking and lot width.

• Approved Specific Use Permit and Site Plan for mini-warehouse/RV storage at 920 South FM 1417 (6-0)
• Approved parking variance for 6 spaces instead of 22 at 920 South FM 1417 (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit and Site Plan for a one-year temporary loan office at 701 West Houston Street (5-1)
• Tabled zone change from C-2 to R-2 at 2131 North Loy Lake Road (6-0)
• Approved variance for 47.44' lot width at 1015 South First Street (6-0)
• Approved variance for 6' side yard setback at 1102 South Crockett Street (5-0)
• Approved 15 consent agenda items including plats for Petry Farms, Luella Crossing Phase 2, and Bel-Air Village West
• Appointed officers for the Board of Adjustment (6-0)

City Council

The Council approved emergency repairs for wastewater lines on Center Street and Woods Street. They also authorized several infrastructure contracts, including a water main project and the purchase of fire department vehicles.

• Approved Resolution 7002 and 7003 to terminate an old drainage agreement and execute a new one with Carbet Properties, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7004 to contract Garney Companies, Inc. for the 36-inch West Sherman Water Main project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7005 for geotechnical engineering and materials testing with D&S Engineering Labs, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7006 to purchase a new base truck mount loader for Solid Waste (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7007 to purchase four new half-ton trucks from El Dorado Chevrolet for the Fire Department (6-0)
• Approved emergency repair and replacement of Center Street Wastewater Aerial Crossing estimated at $307,950 (6-0)
• Approved emergency wastewater repair on Woods Street (6-0)
• Appointed five members and two alternates to the Board of Adjustment (6-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings on 11 ordinances, including a new comprehensive zoning ordinance, a comprehensive fee schedule, and several specific use permits and rezoning requests. The council will also consider adopting these ordinances and approving resolutions for the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District, design contracts, and equipment purchases.

• Ordinance 6555: Adopt new comprehensive zoning ordinance
• Ordinance 6556: Add comprehensive fee schedule
• Ordinance 6554: Rezone 1,495.57 acres to Planned Development/Light Manufacturing (PD/M-1)
• Resolution 7000: Purchase two 2023 ACX64 side loader trucks for Solid Waste
• Resolution 7001: Purchase 2023 Frazer Type I ambulance for Fire Department

The Council authorized $3,095,000 in Limited Tax Notes for fleet and equipment and adopted a new comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Several specific use permits and zone changes were approved, including a multi-family development on E. Hwy 82. The Council also readopted the juvenile curfew ordinance without modifications.

• Approved $3,095,000 Limited Tax Notes, Series 2023 (5-0)
• Approved amended service and assessment plan for Bel Air Village PID Phase 2 (5-0)
• Granted Specific Use Permit for church, accessory building, and pavilion at 601 N. FM 1417 (5-0)
• Approved zone changes and mini-warehouse permit for 2300-2700 blocks of E. Hwy 82 (5-0)
• Granted Specific Use Permit for batting cages at 3400 Texoma Parkway, tied to individual applicant (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Blalock Industrial Park to Planned Development District and adopted new Zoning Ordinance (5-0)
• Readopted juvenile curfew ordinance without modifications (5-0)
• Approved design services for Pecan Grove Athletic Complex lighting and shading (5-0)

City Council

The Tax Increment Financing Board #8 and City Council are considering an amendment to the project and financing plans for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8. The change allows for the reimbursement of a Municipal Utility District (MUD) for bonds issued to reimburse the developer.

• Ordinance No. 6546: First Amendment to the Project Plan and Financing Plan for TIRZ #8
• TIRZ #8 location: U.S. Hwy 82 between Plainview Road and Travis Street
• Proposed infrastructure improvements estimated at $58 million
• Estimated $750,000 cost for City construction of a sewer line to Cypress Grove Road
• Projected 25-year duration for the zone

City Council

The Tax Increment Financing Board #8 approved an amended project and financing plan. The amendment changes the reimbursement recipient from the developer to the Municipal Utility District (MUD) per the Development Agreement.

• Approved Amended Project Plan and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including participation in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program to nominate Global Wafers America. The body will also consider revisions to police department staffing levels and a financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8.

• Ordinance 6544: Participation in Texas Enterprise Zone Program and nomination of Global Wafers America
• Ordinance 6545: Revision of authorized positions in the Police Department
• Ordinance 6546: Amended Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8
• Resolution 6982: Professional Services Agreement with Spiars Engineering for Hickory Hill improvements
• Resolution 6995: Purchase of a new Caterpillar 308 Excavator from Holt Cat

The Council approved a $7.5 million infrastructure project for Hickory Hill and restructured the Police Department to move manpower from an Assistant Chief position to the Patrol Division. The body also approved the 2022 Ad Valorem Tax Roll and nominated Global Wafers America for the Texas Enterprise Zone Program.

• Approved Resolution No. 6982 for Hickory Hill thoroughfare and utility improvements ($7.5M total; $4.1M City portion)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6545 to remove one Assistant Police Chief position and move manpower to the Patrol Division
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6544 nominating Global Wafers America to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6546 approving the first amendment to the TIRZ #8 project and financing plan
• Approved 2022 Ad Valorem Tax Roll Value ($4,911,424,851) and Tax Levy ($21,973,319.29)
• Elected Josh Stevenson as Deputy Mayor (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 6994 for a QT South, LLC encroachment agreement at 2801 Texoma Parkway
• Approved Resolution No. 6995 to purchase a Caterpillar 308 excavator for Distribution Services

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on November 15, 2022, to consider multiple plat approvals, site plans, variances, and zone changes. The most consequential item is a request to rezone 74.424 acres along East Highway 82 from residential and light manufacturing to commercial and multi-family residential, including a mini-warehouse specific use permit and a mixed-use site plan. The commission will also vote on several residential and commercial plats, site plans, and variances.

• Zone change for 74.424 acres at 2300-2700 East Highway 82 from R-1/M-1 to C-2 (22.705 ac) and R-2 (51.718 ac), plus mini-warehouse SUP and Sherman Highway 82 Mixed Use site plan
• Final plat for 113.414 acres at 2708 East Lamar Street (Frontera MHC, LLC)
• Site plan for Hickory Hill Apartments on 22.330 acres at 2100-2300 West Lamberth Road
• Variance for 10' front setback for freestanding sign at 3601 North Travis Street (C-2 district)
• Specific Use Permit for batting cages at 3400 Texoma Parkway

The Commission approved a 74.424-acre mixed-use project including commercial, residential, and mini-storage uses. It also approved the site plan for Hickory Hill Apartments, which will feature 260 to 285 units. Several other residential replats, commercial site plans, and variances were approved.

• Approved zone changes and site plan for Sherman Highway 82 Mixed Use (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Hickory Hill Apartments, 260-285 units (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit and site plan for batting cages at 3400 Texoma Parkway (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit and site plan for Heritage Nazarene Church pavilion (6-0)
• Approved parking variances and site plan for Westwood Village (6-0)
• Approved 480.58 sq ft sign variances at 3801 and 4001 North Highway 75 (4-1)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for patio at 3038 Preston Club Drive (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Fielder Addition at 1104 Chaffin Street (6-0)

City Council

The Council approved several residential and commercial plats, including the 138-lot Hidden Meadows Phase Two. They authorized the purchase of a new Spartan ladder truck and various maintenance vehicles. Four ordinances were adopted granting specific use permits for a school, a duplex, a church/food bank, and a multi-family zone change.

• Approved Final Plat for Hidden Meadows Phase Two (138 lots) (6-0)
• Approved Replat of Timber Creek Addition, Phase 2 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 6540, 6541, 6542, and 6543 for specific use permits and zoning (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Spartan 105' RMA fire truck for $1.52M before trade-ins (6-0)
• Approved $270,474 increase for Texoma Parkway Water Main Replacement (6-0)
• Approved $19,986.55 increase for Pickleball/Basketball Court Project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6983 for Bel Air Village PID Phase 2 (5-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 6984 reimbursement agreement with Sherman Hickory Hill, LLC (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on October 18, 2022, to consider a consent agenda of routine plat and site plan approvals, plus several public hearings. The most consequential item is a request to rezone 14.336 acres at 600-700 Graham Drive from C-1 to R-2 for a multifamily development, along with variances for parking and building height. Other items include specific use permits for a church/daycare/food bank, a duplex, and a school/daycare, and a withdrawn replat request.

• Zone change from C-1 to R-2 for Sherman Town Center Multifamily at 600-700 Graham Drive, with variances for 549 parking spaces (required 696) and 49' building height (allowed 45')
• Specific Use Permit for church, daycare, and food bank at 2111 East Tuck Street (Harmony Baptist Church)
• Specific Use Permit for duplex at 210 West Fairview Street
• Specific Use Permit for school/daycare at 2100 Post Oak Crossing
• Consent agenda includes final plat for Sherden Mall Lot 1 at 3209 Texoma Parkway and preliminary plat for Bel-Air Village West Infrastructure (105.109 acres)

The Commission approved a site plan for a 295-unit multifamily complex at 2817 West Houston Street, a replat of Timber Creek Addition over resident objections citing deed restrictions, and a zone change and variances for a 340-unit complex at Sherman Town Center. It also approved a consent agenda containing 14 routine plat and site plan approvals, and granted a specific use permit for a church daycare and food bank.

• Approved site plan for Woodmen's Circle Home Multifamily (295 units) at 2817 W Houston St (7-0)
• Approved replat of Timber Creek Addition Phase 2 at 4 Timber Creek Rd over resident objections (7-0)
• Approved zone change C-1 to R-2 and site plan for Sherman Town Center Multifamily (340 units) at 600-700 Graham Dr (7-0)
• Approved variances for Sherman Town Center: 580 parking spaces (required 696) and 49' building height (allowed 45') (5-0)
• Approved specific use permit and site plan for Harmony Baptist Church daycare and food bank at 2111 E Tuck St (7-0)
• Approved specific use permit and site plan for Montessori school/daycare at 2100 Post Oak Crossing (7-0)
• Approved specific use permit and replat for duplex at 210 W Fairview St (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda of 14 routine plats and site plans (7-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the 2022 Comprehensive Plan and Trails Master Plan, along with 11 zoning ordinances covering annexation, rezoning, and specific use permits. The agenda also includes numerous resolutions for professional services, equipment purchases, and plat approvals, plus a change order for a sewer project.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2022 Sherman Comprehensive Plan and Trails Master Plan
• Ordinance 6530: Annex ~20.435 acres north of Kreager Road and west of N. Travis Street
• Ordinances 6531-6532: Rezone 20.11 acres in 500-600 blocks Kreager Road to R-1 and grant SUP for multi-family
• Ordinance 6534-6535: Rezone 12.125 acres at 4312 Texoma Parkway to C-2 and grant SUP for mini-warehouse
• Resolution 6972: Approve GTUA contract with H2O Innovation for water treatment plant expansion, rejecting bid items 2-4

The City Council adopted the 2022 Sherman Comprehensive Plan and the 2022 Trails Master Plan, both approved unanimously. The Council also approved a TIRZ #8 project and financing plan, tabled three ordinances related to a multi-family development on Kreager Road at the applicant's request, and adopted seven other ordinances including zoning changes and specific use permits for a cigar lounge, mini-warehouse, cigar and whiskey lounge, commercial amusement center, zone change to multi-family, and a vape shop. Additionally, the Council approved several resolutions for professional services agreements, purchases, and a change order for the Northwest Sewer and Force Main Project.

• Adopted 2022 Sherman Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 6965) (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Trails Master Plan (Resolution 6966) (6-0)
• Adopted TIRZ #8 Project Plan and Financing Plan (Ordinance 6529) (5-0, 1 absent)
• Tabled annexation, zone change, and SUP for multi-family development on Kreager Road (Ordinances 6530, 6531, 6532) (6-0)
• Adopted SUP for cigar lounge at 222 & 224 W. Houston St (Ordinance 6533) (6-0)
• Adopted zone change to C-2 and SUP for mini-warehouse at 4312 Texoma Pkwy (Ordinances 6534, 6535) (6-0)
• Adopted SUP for cigar & whiskey lounge at 120 S. Crockett St (Ordinance 6536) (6-0)
• Approved $41,398.85 change order for Northwest Sewer and Force Main Project (6-0)

City Council

The Tax Increment Financing Board #8 and City Council are considering the approval of project and financing plans for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8. The plan involves reimbursing a developer for public infrastructure for single-family residential housing over 25 years.

• Approval of Ordinance No. 6529 regarding TIRZ #8 Project and Financing Plans
• Estimated public improvements of $58 million, including streets, storm sewers, and utility services
• Estimated tax increment of $12.4 million to be used for developer reimbursement
• Estimated $750,000 City cost for a sewer line from the TIRZ to Cypress Grove Road
• TIRZ #8 location: U.S. Hwy 82 between Plainview Road and Travis Street

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on property tax abatement agreements for Broadstone HHH Texas LLC and Sunny Delight Beverages Company. The meeting also includes discussions on a land annexation plan and a police department presentation.

• Public hearing and resolution for tax abatement: Broadstone HHH Texas LLC (Industrial Reinvestment Zone #13)
• Public hearing and resolution for tax abatement: Sunny Delight Beverages Company (Industrial Reinvestment Zone #13)
• Change Order No. 3 for Lamberth Road Drainage Improvements: $272,706.44 increase
• Payment of $120,446.94 for Microsoft Enterprise Agreement
• Proposed annexation of approximately 20.435 acres north of Kreager Road and west of N. Travis Street

The council approved two tax abatement agreements for a Sunny Delight expansion: one with property owner Broadstone HHH Texas LLC for $14 million in real property improvements, and one with Sunny Delight Beverages for $16 million in tangible personal property. The project is expected to create 74 jobs. The council also approved a $272,706.44 change order for the Lamberth Road Drainage Improvements Project, an annexation scheduling plan for 20.435 acres north of Kreager Road, and a resolution opposing Oncor's rate increase.

• Approved tax abatement with Broadstone HHH Texas LLC for $14M in real property improvements (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement with Sunny Delight Beverages for $16M in tangible personal property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6962 opposing Oncor's rate increase and authorizing participation in steering committee (consent agenda)
• Approved $272,706.44 change order for Lamberth Road Drainage Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved annexation scheduling plan for 20.435 acres north of Kreager Road and west of N. Travis Street (unanimous)
• Approved $120,446.94 payment for Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (consent agenda)
• Approved professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for wastewater discharge permit redevelopment (consent agenda)
• Approved agreement with Archer Construction for sewer force-main to new police headquarters (consent agenda)

City Council

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting to review the draft 2022 Comprehensive Plan and Trails Plan, and proposed changes to the General Zoning Ordinance. No formal votes were taken; both items are scheduled for public hearing and adoption on October 17, 2022 (plans) and December 2022 (zoning). The meeting adjourned without an executive session.

• Reviewed draft 2022 Comprehensive Plan and Trails Plan; no action taken
• Reviewed proposed General Zoning Ordinance overhaul; no action taken
• Scheduled Comprehensive Plan and Trails Plan for October 17, 2022 public hearing
• Scheduled zoning ordinance changes for P&Z in November 2022 and Council in December 2022
• Adjourned called meeting at 1:17 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine plat approvals, site plans, and specific use permits, as well as several public hearings for variances, zone changes, and temporary use permits. The commission will also review the draft 2022 Sherman Comprehensive Plan and consider a recommendation to the City Council. Two items (3209 Texoma Parkway and 521 South Rusk Street) have been requested to be tabled.

• Replat approval for Habitat for Humanity at 809-811 North Branch Street
• Site Plan approval for Wal-Mart Canopy addition at 401 East Highway 82
• Specific Use Permit for a Cigar Lounge at 222-224 West Houston Street
• Specific Use Permit for a Vape and Novelty Shop at 2700 Texoma Parkway, Suite B
• Zone Change from M-1 to C-2 for a Mini-Warehouse at 4312 Texoma Parkway

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for Luella Crossing Phase 1, creating 229 residential lots in the 200-600 blocks of Luella Road, despite a staff recommendation of denial due to a missed submittal deadline. The commission also approved a zone change and specific use permit for a 156-home build-to-rent community called Horizon at Sherman on Kreager Road, and a temporary concrete batch plant for the Estates at Baker Park project over resident objections. Several other plats, site plans, and variances were approved on the consent agenda.

• Approved final plat for Luella Crossing Phase 1 (229 lots) (6-0)
• Approved zone change RA to R-1 and SUP for Horizon at Sherman multi-family development (6-0)
• Approved temporary concrete batch plant for Estates at Baker Park (5-0)
• Approved temporary concrete batch plant for Heritage Ranch Ph 1 (5-0)
• Approved variance for 65 sq ft monument sign on property line at 6121 N Hwy 75 (4-1)
• Approved variance for 5' front setback for existing carport at 1009 Holiday Dr (4-1)
• Approved variance for metal siding at 2100-2200 N Travis St (5-0)
• Tabled final plat for Sherden Mall Lot 1, Block B at 3209 Texoma Pkwy (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to revise water and sewer service rates and approve a negotiated settlement regarding Atmos Energy Corp. gas rates. The body will also consider budget amendments and grant applications for the municipal airport.

• Ordinance No. 6527: Revising rates for water and sewer services
• Ordinance No. 6528: Negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. regarding 2022 rate review
• Resolution No. 6957: Amending the 2021-2022 Budget
• Resolution No. 6958: Texas Department of Transportation grant for Sherman Municipal Airport
• Resolution No. 6959: Contract with The Sherman Museum using Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax funds

The City Council adopted two ordinances raising utility rates: water and sewer rates will increase about 4.6% overall, generating $900,000 for the Utility Fund, and Atmos Energy rates will rise about $4.60 per month for the average customer (6.71% increase). The Council also approved a budget amendment for the 2021-2022 fiscal year, a grant application for airport improvements, and a contract for hotel-motel tax funds to the Sherman Museum. All votes were unanimous among the four members present.

• Adopted Ordinance 6527 raising water and sewer rates ~4.6% (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6528 approving Atmos Energy rate increase ~$4.60/month (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6957 amending 2021-2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6958 authorizing TxDOT airport maintenance grant application (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 6959 authorizing hotel-motel tax contract with Sherman Museum (consent agenda)
• Approved St. Mary's Catholic School request to close streets for Dec. 3 5K run (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of Aug. 15 and Sept. 6, 2022 meetings (4-0)

City Council

The City Council and Sherman Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) Board of Directors are holding a joint meeting. The body will review SEDCO's 2021-2022 work program results and consider approving the 2022-2023 work program and budget.

• Approval of the SEDCO Work Program 2022-2023
• Approval of the SEDCO Budget 2022-2023
• Presentation of SEDCO Work Program 2021-2022 results

The Sherman City Council and SEDCO Board held a joint meeting. The Council unanimously approved SEDCO's 2022-2023 Work Program and its 2022-2023 Budget, both as presented. No citizen comments or council comments were made, and no executive session was held.

• Approved SEDCO Work Program for FY 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Approved SEDCO Budget for FY 2022-2023 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted Ordinance 6522, updating water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees to 60% of the maximum assessable rate, resulting in a $5,000 single-family equivalent fee effective January 1, 2023. The vote was 5-1, with Council Member Teamann dissenting. The Council also approved eight other ordinances and several resolutions, including a police officer hiring incentive program and a water treatment plant emergency generator contract.

• Adopted updated impact fees at 60% of maximum, $5,000 single-family equivalent (5-1)
• Approved police officer hiring incentives up to $15,000 for experienced certified officers (6-0)
• Awarded emergency generator contract for water treatment plant to W-Industries of Texas (6-0)
• Approved specific use permit for ground-mounted solar panel at 1523 E. Wells Ave (6-0)
• Approved specific use permit for wholesale building materials sales at 3601 N. Travis St (6-0)
• Approved zone change from C-1 to R-1 at 615 S. Hazelwood St (6-0)
• Approved participation in Texas Enterprise Zone Program for GlobalWafers America (6-0)
• Designated Industrial Reinvestment Zone No. 13 for Sunny Delight expansion (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a 238-unit single-family rental community at Hickory Hill, subject to a review by Halff Associates. A request for a ground-mounted solar unit at 2701 Valley Ridge Lane was denied after the owner expressed concerns about placement and previous installation issues. Several plats and variances were approved on the consent agenda, while three items were withdrawn by applicants.

• Approved site plan for Hickory Hill Single Family Residential Condominiums (7-0)
• Denied Specific Use Permit for ground-mounted solar unit at 2701 Valley Ridge Lane (7-0)
• Approved variance for 50' lot width at 810 East Houston Street (5-0)
• Approved replat of Chaffin's First Addition at 810 East Houston Street (7-0)
• Approved variance for 50.4' lot width at 801 South Walnut Street (5-0)
• Approved replat of Arredondo Addition at 801 South Walnut Street (7-0)
• Approved zone change from C-1 to R-1 at 615 South Hazelwood Street (6-1)
• Tabled final plat for Luella Crossing Phase 1 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the 2022-2023 budget and the 2022 ad valorem tax levy. The body is also considering a five-year Capital Improvement Program and several zoning and platting requests.

• Budget Ordinance No. 6508 to raise total property taxes by $2,760,000 (14%)
• Ordinance No. 6513 to order an election for two District City Council members on November 8, 2022
• Master Development Agreement with Sherman Hickory Hill, LLC for a 150.434-acre residential development
• Final Plat Approval for Texas Instruments Sherman Addition covering 559.333 acres
• Specific Use Permit for a Montessori School at 5615 North FM 1417

The City Council adopted the FY2023 budget (Ordinance 6508), which raises total property taxes by $2,760,000 (14%) over last year, and set the tax rate at $0.469932 per $100 valuation (Ordinance 6509). The council also approved a package of nine ordinances (6510-6518) covering police/fire staffing, the Bel Air Village assessment plan, floodplain regulations, the November election, and multiple zoning changes. A master development agreement for the 150-acre Hickory Hill residential development was approved, along with several other resolutions.

• Adopted FY2023 budget raising property taxes $2.76M (14%) (5-0)
• Set 2022 tax rate at $0.469932 per $100 valuation (5-0)
• Approved ordinances 6510-6518 including police/fire positions, floodplain rules, election call, and zoning changes (5-0)
• Approved Hickory Hill master development agreement for 150-acre residential project (5-0)
• Ratified property tax increase as required by state law (6-0)
• Adopted 5-year Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
• Awarded MLK Park restroom replacement contract to Public Restroom Company (5-0)
• Approved 12 plat approvals including Texas Instruments 559-acre addition

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation from Halff and Associates. The committee is scheduled to make a recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. No formal votes or actions will be taken by the City Council, Economic Development Corporation, or Planning and Zoning Commission during this meeting.

• Presentation from Halff and Associates
• Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee recommendation to Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council

City Council

The Tax Increment Financing Board #3 approved the amended Project Plan and Financing Plan for TIRZ #3 and a Reimbursement and Development Agreement with Aspire Two, LLC for public infrastructure costs and economic development incentives. The motion was made by Council Member Stevenson, seconded by Deputy Mayor Howeth, and passed unanimously. No executive session was held.

• Approved amended Project Plan and Financing Plan for TIRZ #3 (2-0)
• Approved TIRZ #3 Reimbursement and Development Agreement with Aspire Two, LLC (2-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved ordinances amending TIRZ #3 and its project plan, a reimbursement agreement with Aspire Two, LLC (up to $400,000), and a $1 million engineering contract for the Post Oak WWTP generator design. It also approved a $338,484 change order for the Moore Street project, a $125,765 police elevator replacement, and set public hearings for the budget and impact fees. All votes were unanimous except the change order, which passed 4-1.

• Adopted Ordinances 6505, 6506, 6507 (TIRZ #3 amendments, alley closure) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 6931: TIRZ #3 reimbursement agreement with Aspire Two, LLC (up to $400,000) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 6932: $1M engineering contract with Plummer Associates for Post Oak WWTP generator design unanimously
• Approved Resolution 6933: Program management services with Pape-Dawson Engineers for major infrastructure unanimously
• Approved Resolution 6934: Police elevator replacement at $125,765 (amended from $123,250) unanimously
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Moore Street project: $338,484.45 increase (4-1, Teamann nay)
• Set public hearing for Sept. 6, 2022 on impact fee amendments unanimously
• Set public hearing for Aug. 15, 2022 on draft CIP 2022-2027 unanimously

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat, specific use permit, and zone change for the 19.95-acre Evergreen Parks subdivision at 2305 and 2615 Graystone Drive, allowing 99 patio homes. It also approved a consent agenda with multiple plats and site plans, a zone change and variance at 1016 E. Cherry St., a Montessori school SUP, a temporary concrete batch plant for Texas Instruments, a Denny's site plan, and a zone change at 715 N. Elm St. Two requests were withdrawn, one was tabled, and a variance request for Camping World was denied.

• Approved Evergreen Parks preliminary plat, SUP for patio homes, and C-2 to R-1 zone change (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 22-28 (6-0)
• Approved zone change C-1 to R-1 and 24' front setback variance at 1016 E. Cherry St. (6-0)
• Approved SUP for Montessori school at 5615 N. FM 1417 (6-0)
• Approved temporary use permit for concrete batch plant at 6412 S. Hwy 75 (6-0)
• Approved zone change C-1 to R-1 and site plan at 715 N. Elm St. (6-0)
• Approved Denny's restaurant site plan at 2815 N. Hwy 75 (6-0)
• Denied three variances for Camping World at 2005 S. Sam Rayburn Fwy (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the development of an estimated 80-bed acute care hospital and several specific use permits for commercial and residential properties. The body will also consider a resolution opposing the expansion of the Grayson County Jail in the central business district.

• Development of an estimated 80-bed acute care hospital via Master Development Agreement
• Change Order No. 1 for Moore Street project: $338,484.45 increase
• Ordinance No. 6500: C-2 General Commercial zoning for 1.873 acres at 4500 Frisco Road
• Ordinance No. 6503: Specific Use Permit for patio homes in 2000-2300 blocks West Center Street
• Resolution No. 6926: Opposing Grayson County Jail expansion in the central business district

The Sherman City Council approved a resolution opposing the Grayson County Jail expansion in the Central Business District and encouraging the County to consider alternative locations. It also approved Specific Use Permits for patio homes in the 2000-2300 blocks of West Center Street (with conditions) and the 300-400 blocks of East Sherman Street, and rezoned 4500 Frisco Road to C-2. A change order for the Moore Street Project was tabled, and a daycare SUP was tabled pending a better parking plan.

• Approved Resolution 6926 opposing Grayson County Jail expansion downtown (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6503 for patio homes on W. Center St, with stub-out closed condition (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6504 for patio homes on E. Sherman St (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6500 rezoning 4500 Frisco Rd to C-2 (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 6502 for daycare at 1817 Glenway Dr (6-0)
• Tabled Change Order No. 1 for Moore Street Project ($338,484.45 increase) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6923 for CDBG application ($335,940) (6-0)
• Approved emergency repair of Binkley Park Drive ($51,413.92) (6-0)

City Council

The City Council approved Resolution No. 6920, authorizing a professional services agreement with Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett, P.C. for collection of delinquent government receivables, effective September 1, 2022. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included purchases of gym equipment and police evidence shelving, and set a joint meeting with SEDCO for September 13, 2022. Appointments to the Main Street Advisory Committee were made. The meeting included an executive session, but no actions were reported from it.

• Approved Resolution No. 6920 for delinquent tax collection contract with Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 6921 for gym equipment purchase from Team Marathon Fitness
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 6922 for police evidence shelving from Southwest Solutions Group
• Approved request to advertise for solid waste software proposals
• Set joint meeting with SEDCO for September 13, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Reappointed Tommie Sue Homuth and appointed Lucas Ridley and Angela Wilson to Main Street Advisory Committee (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda with 10 preliminary and final plats, including residential subdivisions like The Preserve Phase 4, Bel-Air Village Phase 2, and The Hills of Sherman. It also approved variances for lot widths and stadium lights, a specific use permit for a daycare, and a zone change for a mini-warehouse. One request for a tire shop zone change was tabled.

• Approved consent agenda with 10 plats (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for The Preserve Phase 4 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Bel-Air Village Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for The Hills of Sherman (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 48' lot width at 515 N. East St. (5-0)
• Approved specific use permit for daycare at 1817 Glenway Dr. (4-2)
• Tabled zone change for tire shop at 817 S. Montgomery St. (unanimous)
• Approved variance for stadium lights at 715 N. Porter St. (5-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved eight resolutions granting tax abatements and economic development incentives to GlobiTech/GlobalWafers for a proposed $5 billion, four-phase expansion. The council also confirmed Jason Jeffcoat as the new police chief and approved a $6,390 change order for a water line project. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the change order.

• Approved 8 GlobiTech resolutions (tax abatements and Chapter 380 incentives) for 4-phase $5B project (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 to Hayes Construction for $6,390 increase (5-0, Teamann abstained)
• Confirmed Jason Jeffcoat as Police Chief (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda except Item F-1 (6-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting and unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 6499, designating Sherman Industrial Reinvestment Zone No. 12 for a GlobiTech project. The zone allows for commercial-industrial tax abatement and authorizes the city manager to negotiate agreements. The project is expected to bring up to $5 billion in investment and hundreds of jobs, with the zone terminating after one year if GlobiTech does not purchase the land.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 6499 designating Industrial Reinvestment Zone No. 12 (unanimous)
• Authorized city manager to negotiate tax abatement agreements for the zone
• Set zone to terminate in one year if GlobiTech does not acquire the land

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to review the 2022-2023 budget. The body will also discuss scheduling a special meeting for the week of June 13, 2022.

• 2022-2023 Budget Review
• Discussion on calling a Special Meeting for the week of June 13, 2022

The City Council held a budget work session and approved calling a special meeting for June 16, 2022, to consider creating a Reinvestment Zone for Project Boston and GlobiTech. No other formal votes were taken; the rest of the meeting was discussion and staff presentations on the FY 2022-2023 budget, including proposed staffing, tax rate, and utility rates.

• Called special meeting for June 16, 2022, at 12 p.m. to consider Reinvestment Zone for Project Boston and GlobiTech (unanimous)

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved all 11 ordinances on the agenda, including the issuance of $2.1 million in limited tax notes and $68 million in revenue bonds for utility projects, the annexation of 150 acres for the Hickory Hill development, and multiple zoning changes and specific use permits. The council also approved resolutions for a municipal utility district, a historic building restoration grant, park court installations, and professional services agreements for infrastructure projects.

• Approved Ordinance 6488 removing recycling container option for solid waste (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6489 authorizing $2.1M limited tax notes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6490 ratifying $68M GTUA revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6491 annexing 150.434 acres for Hickory Hill (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6492 rezoning 143.742 acres to Planned Development (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6493 granting SUP for duplex at 620-624 E. King St (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6494 rezoning 3012 Texoma Pkwy to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6496 rezoning 1300-1400 W. Taylor St to R-2 (unanimous)

City Council

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting to review the proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and receive a budget preview. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational, with staff presenting street, park, facility, and utility projects for years one and two of the five-year plan. The council also entered executive session for legal and personnel matters but took no action afterward.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during open meeting
• Reviewed proposed FY2023 CO bond uses totaling $47.8 million
• Discussed street projects including Bel Air Blvd Phase 2 ($2.9M) and Beach Club Blvd ($2.5M)
• Discussed park projects including Pecan Grove lighting ($1.35M) and Shark Tooth Park ($4M)
• Discussed facility projects including combined fire station and new municipal campus
• Discussed utility projects including WTP expansion ($11M) and 36-inch water line ($60M)
• Entered executive session under Texas Open Meetings Act sections 551.071-551.089
• Reconvened and adjourned without further action

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Hickory Hill Planned Development and zone change from R-A to PD for 143.742 acres in the 3400-4000 blocks of West Lamberth Road, contingent on annexation. The commission also approved multiple plats, site plans, and variances, including a 371-unit multi-family complex and a 560-unit apartment project. Several requests were withdrawn, including the Carroll Addition final plat and a variance for 1217 West McGee Street.

• Approved Hickory Hill Planned Development and zone change R-A to PD (7-0)
• Approved site plan for 371-unit Residences of Sherman at 4601 N. Travis St.
• Approved zone change C-2 to R-2 and site plans for 3012 Texoma Pkwy.
• Approved zone change R-1/C-1 to R-2 for 560-unit project at 1300-1400 W. Taylor St.
• Approved SUP for self-storage with variances at 2100-2200 N. Travis St. (6-1)
• Approved SUP for bed and breakfast at 402 S. Crockett St.
• Approved site plan for 276-unit Sherman Premier Apartments at 4001 W. OB Groner Rd.
• Withdrawn: Carroll Addition final plat, variance at 1217 W. McGee St., Hidden Meadows final plat

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved a series of ordinances and resolutions, including the annexation of 118.87 acres for the Luella Crossing development, a zone change and specific use permit for 441 patio homes on Luella Road, and master development agreements for the Shepherd's Place mixed-use development. The council also approved several other specific use permits, zone changes, final plats, and board reappointments.

• Approved annexation of 118.87 acres (Luella Crossing) and related zone change and SUP for 441 patio homes (Ords. 6478, 6485, 6486) (6-0)
• Approved SUP amendment for preschool at 106B N. Sunset Blvd (Ord. 6479) (6-0)
• Approved SUP for communication tower at 2600 W. Travis St (Ord. 6480) (6-0)
• Approved zone changes for 6000-6400 blocks S. Hwy 75 and 100-200 blocks Akers Rd (Ords. 6481, 6482) (6-0)
• Approved SUP for event center at 5116 Texoma Pkwy (Ord. 6483) (6-0)
• Approved SUP for auto repair shop at 3908 Texoma Pkwy, tied to Bell's Quality AutoCare (Ord. 6484) (6-0)
• Approved zone change for 200 block W. Park Ave (Ord. 6487) (6-0)
• Approved Shepherd's Place commercial and residential master development agreements (Res. 6888, 6889) (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change and Specific Use Permit for Luella Crossing, a 441-unit patio home community on 96 acres in Sherman's Extra Territorial Jurisdiction, subject to annexation. The commission also approved multiple plats, site plans, variances, and zone changes, including a 371-unit apartment complex (Residences of Sherman) with a parking variance, and a 264-unit apartment complex (Trails on 1417). Two items were tabled and one was withdrawn.

• Approved Luella Crossing zone change (R-A to R-1) and SUP for 441 patio homes (6-0)
• Approved Residences of Sherman parking variance (650 spaces) and tabled site plan (6-0)
• Approved Trails of 1417 preliminary plat, site plan, and parking/fence variances (6-0)
• Approved 79' police communication tower variance and SUP in Blalock Industrial Park (5-0)
• Approved 2.7' side yard setback variance at 4719 Indio Lane (5-0)
• Approved zone change (M-1 to R-1) for 8 homes at 200 W. Park Ave. (6-0)
• Tabled site plan for tire/gift/candy shop at 1914 E. Lamar St. (6-0)
• Withdrew replat and zone change (R-1 to R-2) at 620/624 E. King St.

City Council

The council approved the annexation of 113.414 acres near FM 1417 and E. Lamar St. for the Frontera manufactured home community, along with a zone change to M-H (Manufactured Housing) for the property. It also approved zone changes for contractor offices at 4600/4608 W. Houston St. and a travel trailer park on E. Hwy 82, plus a $164,540 contract for right-of-way acquisition assistance. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the contractor office zone change and one on the TIRZ resolutions.

• Approved annexation of 113.414 acres for Frontera manufactured home community (6-0)
• Approved zone change to M-H at 2708 E. Lamar St. (6-0)
• Approved zone change to C-2 at 4600 & 4608 W. Houston St. (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved specific use permit for travel trailer park on E. Hwy 82 (6-0)
• Approved $164,540 contract with Halff Associates for right-of-way acquisition (6-0)
• Approved resolutions initiating TIRZ #8 and #9 for Heritage Ranch (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved replat of Seasons West Addition, Phase Four (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved quarterly investment report for quarter ended March 31, 2022

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved a $6.1 million professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols for design of the Northwest and Southwest Transmission Pipeline, a 36-inch water line running 72,000 feet. The council also adopted ordinances to amend the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District and expand eligible wrecker operators to within five miles of city limits. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $6.1M pipeline design contract with Freese and Nichols (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6470 amending Bel Air Village PID (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6471 expanding wrecker operator eligibility (5-0)
• Approved $187,661 chiller replacement at Kidd Key Auditorium (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of access easement in Marcus L. Bone Survey (5-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement with DHESI Investments (5-0)
• Approved annexation schedule for Frontera Manufactured Home Community (5-0)
• Approved street closures for Craft the Night Away and Earth Day Festival (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 13-item consent agenda covering final plats, preliminary plats, a site plan, and replats, all subject to staff recommendations. It also approved a replat and zone change for Las Casitas Addition (withdrawn zone change), a temporary use permit for a snow cone stand, a variance and replat for Tuck Street, a variance and replat for West Belden Street, a variance for Rex Cruse Drive, a variance for Nantucket Drive, a replat/zone change/site plan for Seasons West Addition, a specific use permit for an RV resort, a temporary use permit for a storage container, and a site plan for Bel Air Village. The commission denied a variance for a 130-foot flagpole at Camping World.

• Approved consent agenda (13 items) including plats and site plan (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Las Casitas Addition; zone change withdrawn (unanimous)
• Approved snow cone stand temporary use permit at 1802 E. Houston St. (unanimous)
• Denied 130-ft flagpole variance at 2005 S. Sam Rayburn Fwy. (unanimous)
• Approved variance and replat for Tuck Street, Second Addition (unanimous)
• Approved variance and replat at 403 W. Belden St. (unanimous)
• Approved RV resort specific use permit at 2500-2700 E. Hwy 82 (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Bel Air Village Single Family Phases 2 & 3 (unanimous)

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved a package of resolutions advancing a new 80-bed hospital, including authorizing up to $300 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds, a replenishment agreement making the city a backstop for bond reserve funds, and related development agreements. The council also adopted 10 ordinances granting specific use permits and zone changes, including a smoke/vape shop, bingo hall, self-storage, and multiple multi-family residential rezonings. All votes were unanimous except the replenishment agreement, which passed 5-1 with Council Member Teamann voting nay.

• Approved up to $300M in revenue bonds for hospital (unanimous)
• Approved replenishment agreement for hospital bond reserves (5-1)
• Approved amended master development agreement for hospital (unanimous)
• Approved second amended predevelopment loan agreement (unanimous)
• Approved public-private partnership agreement for hospital (unanimous)
• Adopted 10 ordinances for SUP/zone changes including vape shop, bingo hall, self-storage, and multi-family rezonings (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6858 increasing Bel Air Village PID assessments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6864 awarding tank rehabilitation contract to O&J Coatings (unanimous)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a professional services agreement for the Flanary Road Extension Alignment Study, awarding bids for annual water treatment plant chemical supplies, and a cooperation agreement with the Texas Housing Foundation for the Park Manor Senior Community. The council will also receive the annual audit report for the year ended September 30, 2021, and updates on ongoing city projects.

• Resolution 6853: Professional services agreement with Pacheco Koch Consulting Engineers for Flanary Road Extension Alignment Study
• Resolution 6855: Awarding bids for annual supply of chemicals for the Sherman Water Treatment Plant
• Resolution 6856: Authorizing Texas Housing Foundation to exercise powers on Park Manor Senior Community at 1725 S. FM Road 1417
• Resolution 6852: Collateral assignment of Master Development Agreement by RCICD Heritage Ranch LLC for First United Bank
• Request to advertise: Martin Luther King Park Restroom Replacement Project

City Council

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee of Sherman, Texas, is meeting to receive a presentation from Halff and Associates regarding the city's comprehensive plan. No votes or formal action will be taken by the City Council, Economic Development Corporation, or Planning and Zoning Commission during this meeting. The agenda also includes citizen comments limited to listed items.

• Receive presentation from Halff and Associates
• Citizen comments on agenda items only
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, 220 West Mulberry Street, Sherman, Texas

City Council

The Sherman City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint called meeting for a training workshop on open government requirements, ethics, and planning/zoning issues. They will also receive an update on ongoing city projects via aerial drone footage. The agenda includes citizen comments, an executive session, and possible action on items discussed in closed session.

• Training workshop by Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett on Open Meetings Act, Public Information Act, and ethics
• Update on ongoing city projects including infrastructure (GAP, 1417, 75/82, Moore St, Lamberth Rd, Hilre Dr), housing (Bel Air, The Grove, Western Heights/Parkhaven, Sherman St/Shooting range, McGee St), and other (Police Station, Woodman Circle)
• Executive session authorized for legal advice, real property, personnel, security, and economic development negotiations
• Citizen comments limited to agenda items per Texas Government Code Section 551.007

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment meet Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 5:00 P.M. in Council Chambers at 220 W. Mulberry to consider a long list of zoning, plat, and site plan requests. Items include zone changes, specific use permits, variances, and subdivision plats, many grouped on a consent agenda. Several items are tabled, including requests at 1802 East Houston Street, 2005 South Sam Rayburn Freeway, and the 600 block of North Frisco Road.

• Zone change and site plan for Sherden Mall Multi-Family Complex at 3209 Texoma Parkway, from C-2 to R-2 on 31.116 acres
• Zone change and site plan for Texoma Gateway Apartments at 1530 Texoma Parkway, from C-2 to R-2 on 2.995 acres
• Specific Use Permit for a bingo hall (commercial amusement center) at 1729 Texoma Parkway
• Site plan approval for a Dollar General Store at 2112 South Travis Street
• Variance for a 130-foot flag pole at 2005 South Sam Rayburn Freeway (tabled)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several zone changes for multi-family complexes and commercial sites, including a bingo hall and a vape shop. The board also granted multiple variances for signage and setbacks and approved various plats. Requests for a 130-foot flagpole and a snow cone stand permit were tabled.

• Approved zone change to R-2 for Sherden Mall Multi-Family Complex (6-0)
• Approved zone change to R-2 and site plan for Texoma Gateway Apartments (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for bingo hall at 1729 Texoma Parkway (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for smoke/vape shop at 2916 N. Hwy 75 (6-0)
• Approved 80-foot freestanding sign at 2801 Texoma Parkway (4-1)
• Approved site plan for Freedom Jeep Showroom Addition (6-0)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit for mobile COVID testing site at Midway Mall (5-0)
• Tabled 130-foot flagpole exception at 2005 S. Sam Rayburn Freeway (5-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 6459, which updates regulations for the city's Fats, Oil, Grease and Sediment Control Program. The council will also vote on resolutions including consenting to the assignment of the Heritage Ranch development agreement, approving professional services for road alignment studies, and purchasing two trucks for parks maintenance. Other business includes appointing the finance director to the hospital board, determining the Hickory Hill Planned Development, and approving the FY 2022-2023 budget calendar.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6459 amending Fats, Oil, Grease and Sediment Control Program
• Resolution 6848: Consent to assignment of Heritage Ranch Master Development Agreement to RCICD Heritage Ranch, LLC
• Resolution 6849: Professional services agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates for South Friendship Road and Pleasant Home Road alignment studies
• Resolution 6850: Purchase of two Dodge Ram 2500 trucks from Silsbee Ford for Parks Maintenance
• Resolution 6851: Repealing and replacing salary structures for firefighters and police officers

The Sherman City Council adopted Ordinance 6459, amending the Fats, Oil, Grease and Sediment Control program to accommodate small businesses like food trucks with under-sink grease traps. They approved Resolution 6848 consenting to the assignment of the Heritage Ranch Master Development Agreement to RCICD Heritage Ranch, LLC, and Resolution 6849 authorizing a $573,705 professional services agreement for road alignment studies on South Friendship and Pleasant Home Roads. The council also approved the purchase of two Dodge Ram 2500 trucks, new pay schedules for police and fire, and authorized moving forward with the Hickory Hill Planned Development application. Additionally, they appointed Mary Lawrence to the Sherman Hospital Board and approved the FY 2022-2023 budget calendar with a date change.

• Adopted Ordinance 6459 amending the Fats, Oil, Grease and Sediment Control program to allow under-sink grease traps for small businesses.
• Approved Resolution 6848 consenting to the assignment of the Heritage Ranch Master Development Agreement to RCICD Heritage Ranch, LLC.
• Approved Resolution 6849 authorizing a $573,705 professional services agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates for road alignment studies.
• Approved Resolution 6850 for the purchase of two Dodge Ram 2500 trucks for the Parks Maintenance Department.
• Approved Resolution 6851 repealing and replacing pay schedules for firefighters and police officers.
• Approved requests to advertise for Fairview Park court improvements, a Water Treatment Plant emergency generator, and a sewer replacement project.
• Appointed Mary Lawrence to the Sherman Hospital Board.
• Authorized Hickory Hill Planned Development representatives to proceed with their application for a 154-acre mixed-use development.

City Council

The Sherman City Council is holding a called meeting primarily for a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) planning session, where Public Works will provide updates and the council will give input. The agenda also includes citizen comments, council comments, and a possible executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters. No formal votes are listed on the agenda, and the meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Capital Improvement Program update from Public Works and council input
• Citizen comments limited to agenda items per Texas Government Code
• Executive session authorized for legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development discussions
• Meeting held at City Hall, 220 West Mulberry Street, Sherman, Texas

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting for an informational Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update focused on the impact of the Texas Instruments (TI) project. City staff presented accelerated timelines for water, wastewater, and road infrastructure projects, noting that TI's Phases III and IV are now expected in the late 2020s, eight to ten years earlier than originally planned. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was for discussion and input only, with staff indicating contracts for engineering services would be brought to the Council in March 2022.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
• Staff to bring engineering service contracts (Garver, Plummer Associates, Freese & Nichols) to Council in March 2022
• Staff to update Utility Rate Study by Summer 2022 and Impact Fee by Fall 2022
• Council held executive session; no action taken on items discussed

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting six ordinances, including a speed limit change on US 75 frontage road and several zoning changes for properties along South US Highway 75. They will also vote on resolutions for a wastewater engineering contract, land purchase, police vehicles, and a grant application. The agenda includes routine consent items and several plat approvals.

• Ordinance 6453: speed limit on US 75 northbound frontage road from FM 1417 to Center Street
• Ordinances 6454-6456: rezone 103 acres along 7000-7600 blocks of South US 75 for retail, multi-family, and light manufacturing
• Resolution 6842: professional services agreement with Burgess & Niple for Downtown Wastewater Improvements Phase 1
• Resolution 6843: ratify purchase of ~60 acres at Plainview Road and La Cima Road for $0 (amount not specified)
• Resolution 6847: grant application for police body armor and ballistic helmets

The Sherman City Council unanimously approved six ordinances, including a speed limit reduction on the northbound US 75 frontage road and three zoning changes for a mixed-use development on South Highway 75. They also approved a professional services agreement for downtown wastewater improvements, ratified a land purchase near the water treatment plant, and authorized emergency repairs to two water wells.

• Approved Ordinance 6453 reducing speed limit to 45 mph on northbound US 75 frontage road (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinances 6454-6456 rezoning 107 acres on South Highway 75 to C-1, R-2, and M-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6457 amending Planned Development District regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6458 adopting revised official zoning map (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6842 for Burgess & Niple wastewater design contract (~$184,000) (unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution 6843 for purchase of ~60 acres at $37,500/acre near water treatment plant (unanimous)
• Approved emergency repairs to Dorchester #8 and Shepard #1 wells (~$400,000) (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Aleman Addition and replats for Grimsley and Professional Additions (unanimous)

City Council

The Sherman City Council is holding a called meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a public hearing on municipal court fee changes, adoption of an interlocal agreement for Veterans Field, and authorization of grant applications and professional service agreements. A notable item is a resolution to acquire property by eminent domain for the public water treatment plant expansion. The council will also ratify an emergency change order and receive reports on economic development and investments.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 6452 amending municipal court building security and technology fund fees
• Resolution No. 6840 authorizing eminent domain for a 39.95-acre tract for water treatment plant expansion
• Emergency change order No. 1 for North Travis Water Line Replacement, $53,013 increase
• Resolution No. 6835 authorizing grant application for General Victim Assistance Program FY2023
• Resolution No. 6838 with Halff Associates for Comprehensive Master Plan update

The Sherman City Council approved a series of resolutions, including a TxDOT agreement for the South Travis Street Bridge replacement, a victim assistance grant application, and a comprehensive master plan update. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Council Member Marroquín absent. The council also approved an emergency change order for sewer repairs and reappointed two members to the Greater Texoma Utility Authority board.

• Approved Ordinance 6452 amending municipal court fee allocations (5-0)
• Approved Joint Resolution 6834 for SISD use of Veterans Field at Fairview Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6835 to apply for General Victim Assistance Grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6836 for TxDOT South Travis Street Bridge replacement agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6837 for Shepherd Drive sewer extension design services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6838 for Comprehensive Master Plan update with Halff Associates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6839 for pavement management program with Kimley-Horn (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6840 authorizing eminent domain for water treatment plant land (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider several zoning changes, plats, variances, and site plans. The most significant item is a request to rezone about 107 acres in the 7000-7600 blocks of South U.S. Highway 75 from manufacturing to a mix of residential, retail, and light manufacturing uses. The agenda also includes multiple variance requests for residential setbacks and a proposed QuikTrip service station.

• Rezone 18.4 acres from M-1.5 to R-2 (multi-family) at 7000-7600 S US-75
• Rezone 10.5 acres from M-1.5 to C-1 retail with overlay at 7000-7600 S US-75
• Rezone 28 acres from M-1.5 to M-1 light manufacturing with overlay at 7000-7600 S US-75
• Site plan approval for QuikTrip service station at 2801 Texoma Parkway
• Variance for 85-ft tall sign at 2801 Texoma Parkway (QuikTrip)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change and conceptual site plan for 107 acres in the 7000-7600 blocks of South U.S. Highway 75, changing from M-1.5 to R-2, C-1, and M-1 districts. They also approved multiple plats, variances, and a site plan for a QuikTrip, but denied the requested 85-foot freestanding sign. The commission approved updates to the Planned Development district ordinance.

• Approved zone change and conceptual site plan for 107 acres on S. US 75 (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Aleman Addition at 310 & 324 W. US Hwy 82 (consent)
• Approved replat for Professional Addition at 2416, 2500, 6119 Swamy Dr. (consent)
• Approved preliminary plat for Three Oaks Addition, Section Two (consent)
• Approved exception, variance, and replat for Grimsley Addition at 315 E. College St. (5-0)
• Approved variances for side setbacks at 304 and 308 N. Elliott Ave. (5-0)
• Denied 85-ft freestanding sign for QuikTrip; approved monument sign and site plan (site plan 6-0)
• Approved updates to Section 6.12 Planned Development District (6-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting eight ordinances covering industrial waste pretreatment rules, a 36.892-acre annexation off FM 131 North, several specific use permits, and zoning district changes. The council will also vote on resolutions for land conveyance and vehicle purchases, plus multiple plat approvals. The agenda includes routine consent items and an executive session for legal, property, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 6445: Annexation of ~36.892 acres off FM 131 North
• Ordinance 6446: Specific use permit for 44 patio homes on West Moore Street
• Ordinance 6444: Update industrial waste pretreatment program per federal/state rules
• Resolution 6832: Accept conveyance of ~10.229 acres from Lamberth Hickery Hill, LLC
• Resolution 6833: Purchase two Ford F-150 trucks for Engineering Department

The City Council approved the annexation of 36.892 acres off FM 131 North (Ordinance 6445) and adopted several zoning changes and specific use permits, including a SUP for 44 patio homes on West Moore Street and a zone change for a duplex subdivision on East Peyton. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with two members absent. The council also approved consent agenda items, including plat approvals and resolutions for right-of-way acquisition and vehicle purchases.

• Approved annexation of 36.892 acres off FM 131 North (Ordinance 6445) (4-0)
• Approved SUP for 44 patio homes in 1000-1500 blocks W. Moore St, with corner lots widened to 45 ft (Ordinance 6446) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 6444, 6447, 6448, 6449, 6450, 6451 (industrial waste program, church SUP amendment, permanent makeup SUP, zone changes) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6832 accepting conveyance of 10.229 acres for Lamberth Rd right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6833 for purchase of two Ford F-150 trucks (consent agenda)
• Approved replat of Hanolley Hills Addition (44 lots) subject to staff review (4-0)
• Approved replats/final plats for Hope on Houston, MLJ Real Estate, Bel-Air Village, Moran on Broughton, Ladd Estates II (consent agenda)
• Approved requests to advertise for WWTP Equalization Basin and Clarifier/Sludge Transfer projects (consent agenda)