Sherman public meetings in 2023
60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including the issuance of limited tax notes and utility authority revenue bonds. The body will also consider specific use permits for businesses and new regulations regarding tree protection and residential accommodations for disabilities.
- Ordinance 6677: Issuance of City of Sherman, Texas, Limited Tax Notes, Series 2024
- Ordinance 6678: Specific Use Permit for automobile sales and repair at 2303 Texoma Parkway
- Ordinance 6679: Specific Use Permit for a secondhand store at 125 North Travis Street
- Ordinance 6681: New tree protection and removal regulations with fines up to $2,000
- Resolution 7238: Awarding contracts to Kiewit Water Facilities South Co. and Alterman Electric for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant - MBR Project
The Council approved multiple ordinances regarding zoning, residential accommodations for disabled persons, and a new tree protection ordinance. It also authorized several bonds and awarded contracts for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant - MBR Project.
- Approved GTUA Revenue Bonds (Ord 6676) and Limited Tax Notes (Ord 6677) (6-0)
- Approved specific use permits for auto sales at 2303 Texoma Pkwy and a secondhand store at 125 N. Travis St (6-0)
- Approved residential accommodation procedures for persons with disabilities (Ord 6680) (6-0)
- Approved amended Tree Ordinance regarding protection and removal (Ord 6681) (6-0)
- Approved $50,812,403.90 in contracts for South Wastewater Treatment Plant - MBR Project (Res 7238 & 7239) (6-0)
- Denied petition by BM Dorchester, LLC to be removed from City's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (6-0)
- Approved Site Plan for Bel Air Beach Club at 300-1000 blocks East FM 1417 (6-0)
- Appointed Glenn Whitaker and Andrew Ramirez to Board of Adjustment (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will consider several site plans, final plats, and zone changes. The agenda includes public hearings for various commercial and residential developments across the city.
- Site Plan for Oncor Howe Substation at 5000 Block Howe Drive
- Site Plan for Commercial Development at 910 South FM 1417 (Heritage Parkway)
- Site Plan for McAlister’s Deli pick-up lane at 3801 North Highway 75
- Zone Change and Site Plan for The Fab Townhomes at 2505 North Hickory Street
- Specific Use Permit and Site Plan for Sherman Charter School at 2276 South FM 1417
The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed a presentation for the Greenway Planned Development, a 220.18-acre master-planned community proposed by Flato Developments. The commission also reviewed a draft update to the city's Tree Ordinance, which outlines new survey requirements, protected tree definitions, and replacement ratios. Public opposition letters regarding the Greenway zoning change were included in the record, but the minutes do not record a final vote or approval for either item.
- Greenway Planned Development presentation reviewed (no vote recorded)
- Draft Tree Ordinance update presented for review (no vote recorded)
- Public opposition comments received for Greenway zoning change
City Council
The City Council will vote on several resolutions regarding public safety and water infrastructure. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss legal advice on PFAS litigation and economic development regarding East Village.
- Resolution No. 7235: Master Services Agreement with Flock Group Inc. for the Flock Safety Platform for the Sherman Police Department
- Resolution No. 7236: Purchase of two trailer mounted pumps for the Water Treatment Plant via Buy Board
- Resolution No. 7237: Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant discharge and outfall design
- Executive Session: Legal advice regarding PFAS class action litigations involving Dupont and 3M
- Executive Session: Economic development negotiations regarding East Village
The City Council approved a professional services agreement for water treatment plant design and authorized the purchase of a safety platform for the police department. The council also extended a term for the Texoma Community Center Board of Trustees.
- Approved Resolution No. 7235 for Flock Safety Platform for Sherman Police Department (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 7236 for two trailer mounted pumps for Water Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 7237 for Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. water plant design services (6-0)
- Approved extension of Lander Bethel's term on Texoma Community Center Board of Trustees until August 31, 2024 (6-0)
- Approved minutes from November 6 and November 20, 2023 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will declare the results of the November 7 municipal elections and elect a Deputy Mayor. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a sales and use tax for municipal street maintenance and consider several construction and procurement contracts.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 6675 to authorize a 1/8 of 1% sales and use tax for street maintenance and repair
- Specific Use Permit for a vape shop at 738 East Highway 82 (Ordinance No. 6649)
- Guaranteed Max Pricing with Byrne Construction Services for Fire Station 1 remodel and addition
- Contract with Pegasus CDJR, LLC for the purchase of multiple fleet vehicles
- Petition from Sherman Ventures LLC regarding 632.811 acres of land
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider zone changes, final plats, site plans, and specific use permits for multiple properties. Key items include a 220-acre Planned Development (Greenway) in the ETJ, a zone change from R-6 to R-2F at 2408 South First Street, and a zone change from MF-30 to MF-15 at 2505 North Hickory Street. The board will also vote on minutes from previous meetings and hear citizen comments.
- Public hearing and zone change for a 220.18-acre PD (Greenway) at 3000 Block West OB Groner Road and 4500 Block West Park Avenue
- Public hearing and zone change from R-6 to R-2F at 2408 South First Street
- Public hearing and zone change from MF-30 to MF-15, plus variance and site plan for The Fab Townhomes at 2505 North Hickory Street
- Public hearing, specific use permit, and site plan for automobile sales/repair at 2303 Texoma Parkway
- Public hearing, site plan, and specific use permit for a mini-warehouse (self storage) at 2007-2011 Texoma Parkway and 2007 Texoma Drive (tabled from October 17)
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting seven ordinances (Nos. 6668-6674) that amend the zoning code, grant specific use permits for various businesses, and rezone land. They will also vote on a tabled rezoning for Aspen Park (Ordinance 6660) and several resolutions, including renaming Music Street and purchasing equipment. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and an executive session for legal, real estate, and economic development matters.
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6669: specific use permit for commercial amusement center and outdoor restaurant at 4801 N FM 1417
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6670: specific use permit for schools at 4805 N FM 1417
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6671: specific use permit for auto repair at 4424 Texoma Parkway
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6673: rezoning 44.537 acres from M-2 to MF-30 at Blue Flame Road and Fallon Drive
- Resolution 7205: renaming Music Street to Raymond Polk Sr. Memorial Drive
Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will discuss a request for a zone change and specific use permit for a build-to-rent project on South Highway 75 and Akers Road, though a request to table this item was received. The body will also consider an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance regarding permitted uses and specific use permits.
- Zone change request for 18.903 acres at 6000-6400 South Highway 75 and 100-200 blocks Akers Road from R-6 and MF-30 to MF-15
- Specific Use Permit request for 'Build to Rent' MF-15 in an R-6 District at the South Highway 75 and Akers Road location
- Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 14, Sections 14.08.001 and 14.10.001 regarding permitted uses and use charts
- Proposed penalty clause for zoning ordinance violations with a maximum fine of $2,000
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will review the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee's semi-annual report for 2023. This report monitors the management of water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees. Staff recommends no changes to impact fee rates or land use assumptions at this time.
- Review of 2023 semi-annual impact fee report showing total impact fees of $4,203,586 for the year ending 9/30/23
- Approval of April 18, 2023 Capital Improvements Advisory Committee meeting minutes
- Roadway impact fee totals by zone: Zone #1 ($65,661), Zone #2 ($753,891), Zone #3 ($24,021), and Zone #4 ($645,878) for YE 9/30/23
- Water impact fee total of $2,158,294 for YE 9/30/23
- Sewer impact fee total of $555,841 for YE 9/30/23
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider multiple agenda items, including final plats, zone changes, specific use permits, and variances. Items range from routine plat approvals to public hearings on proposed multi-family residential developments and commercial uses. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for several plat approvals and a staff recommendation to table one item to a special called meeting.
- Public hearing and zone change for 11.122 acres at 1200 Block East Pecan Grove Road and 1200 Block Sara Swamy Drive from R-6 to MF-15 for townhomes
- Public hearing and zone change for 86.742 acres at 2700 Block Blue Flame Road and 5100 Block Fallon Drive from R-6 and M-2 to MF-15 and MF-30
- Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Concrete Batch Plant at 3730 East FM 1417 (Vietnam Veterans Parkway)
- Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Hookah Bar, Smoking Lounge, Smoke Shop, or Vape Shop at 2007 West Taylor Street, Suite 200
- Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit to allow a mini-warehouse (Self Storage) at 2007-2011 Texoma Parkway and 2007 Texoma Drive
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings on nine rezoning ordinances and consider adopting them along with another rezoning ordinance. The council will also vote on resolutions approving major contracts for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant and other utility projects, as well as various purchases and agreements. The agenda includes routine consent items and an executive session for legal, real estate, and economic development matters.
- Public hearings on rezoning 10.771 acres on FM 1417 from M-1 to C-1 (Ordinance 6659)
- Public hearing to rezone 216.22 acres on East Tuck Street to Planned Development Aspen Park (Ordinance 6660)
- Resolution 7184 approving GMP contract with Kiewit for South Wastewater Treatment Plant MBR Project
- Resolution 7185 approving MBR equipment purchase from Veolia for South Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Resolution 7187 renaming Holly Avenue, West Moore Street, and Flanary Road to Interurban Parkway
City Council
The City Council will consider two resolutions authorizing eminent domain to acquire permanent water easements and temporary construction easements on six tracts of land owned by Reginald B. Smith and Reginald B. Smith with Sherilyn Smith, totaling about 2.747 acres of permanent easements and 3.215 acres of temporary easements. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a janitorial services contract to Entrust One Facility Services, Inc., purchasing optics, rifles, and suppressors for the police department from Loyal 9 Manufacturing, and authorizing a contract with The Sherman Museum for hotel-motel occupancy tax funds.
- Eminent domain resolutions for water easements on 6 tracts owned by Reginald B. Smith (and Sherilyn Smith) in the extraterritorial jurisdiction
- Awarding janitorial services contract to Entrust One Facility Services, Inc.
- Purchase of optics, rifles, and suppressors for Sherman Police Department from Loyal 9 Manufacturing
- Purchase of TASER 7 certification bundles for police from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
- Authorizing $126,568.02 payment for Microsoft Enterprise Agreement annual billing
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine plats and site plans, plus several public hearings on zone changes and development proposals. Key items include a large mixed-use development, a self-storage facility, and multiple residential subdivisions.
- Zone change for 216.22 acres on East Tuck Street to Planned Development (Aspen Park)
- Zone change for 105.241 acres on Blue Flame Road/FM 691 to retail, residential, and multifamily
- Specific Use Permit for mini-warehouse (self-storage) at 2007-2011 Texoma Parkway
- Zone change for 13.652 acres on East Pecan Grove Road to MF-15 multifamily
- Site plan for Chipotle Mexican Grill at 3608 South Highway 75
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting 18 ordinances covering zoning changes, fee schedule updates, subdivision regulations, and dissolution of TIRZ #1. They will also vote on resolutions for budget amendments, bond offerings, a land purchase, and eminent domain for water easements. The meeting includes citizen comments and a consent agenda for routine items.
- Ordinance 6644: revise water/sewer rates, building permit fees, and utility deposits
- Ordinance 6645: specific use permit for contractor storage at 2325 North Travis Street
- Ordinance 6648: specific use permit for hookah bar/smoke shop at 2201 Texoma Parkway
- Ordinance 6651-6653: rezone tracts near South Highway 75 and Akers Road to multi-family and townhome districts
- Resolution 7158-7159: authorize eminent domain for water easements on two tracts
City Council
The Sherman City Council is holding a called meeting for a workshop to review and discuss potential updates to the Sherman Tree Ordinance. The agenda includes citizen comments limited to listed items, council comments, and a possible executive session. No final action is scheduled on the tree ordinance; it is only for discussion.
- Review and discuss potential updates to the Sherman Tree Ordinance
- Citizen comments allowed only on agenda items
- Possible executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or security matters
- Reconvene to consider action on executive session items
City Council
The City Council and Sherman Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) are holding a joint meeting to discuss budgets and work programs. The council is considering a resolution to purchase approximately 10 acres of land from SEDCO located south of F.M. 1417 and U.S. Highway 75.
- Resolution No. 7154: Purchase of approx. 10.0 acres of land for $254,818.00
- Approval of the 2023-2024 SEDCO Budget
- Approval of the 2023-2024 SEDCO Work Program
- Approval of the SEDCO Investment Policy
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2023-24 budget, which raises property taxes by $5,849,000 (27%) over last year, and the related tax levy ordinance. The council will also hear a request for a variance to allow alcohol sales near Fairview Elementary, and consider a five-year capital improvement program and several resolutions, including a Chapter 380 grant for Knight Furniture and multiple Main Street reimbursement grants.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY2024 budget (Ordinance 6639) with $5,849,000 property tax increase (27%)
- Public hearing on tax levy ordinance (6640) for tax year 2023
- Public hearing for alcohol sales variance at Veteran's Field, 1121 W. Taylor St., near Fairview Elementary
- Resolution 7126 authorizing eminent domain for water easements on Piedmont Land & Cattle property
- Resolution 7125 adopting five-year Capital Improvement Program 2023-2028
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from May 22, 2023, and receive a library update. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Approval of May 22, 2023 minutes
- Library update
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 plats and site plans, followed by public hearings on zone changes, specific use permits, variances, and zoning text amendments. Notable items include requests for commercial uses like hookah bars and contractor storage, a large mixed-use rezoning near Highway 75, and several residential lot variances.
- Public hearing for zone change at 18873 West Highway 82 from R-A to C-2 with specific use permit for contractor storage
- Public hearing for zoning text amendment to allow 22' wide townhome lots with rear-loaded garages in R-TH district (items 17 and 24)
- Specific use permits for hookah bars/smoke shops at 2201 Texoma Parkway and 738 East Highway 82
- Zone change for 50-acre tract near South Highway 75 and Akers Road to multi-family and townhome districts
- Withdrawal requests for items 27 (Aspen Park PD) and 28 (402 North Grand Avenue zone change)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several residential and commercial plats via a consent agenda. Additionally, the commission granted a specific use permit for contractor services at 2325 North Travis Street and a zone change and use permit for equipment rentals at 18873 West Highway 82.
- Approved preliminary plat for The Preserve Phase IV (46 residential lots)
- Approved final plat for Crossroads-Springhill Addition (2 commercial lots)
- Approved final plat for Westmoor, Phase 2 (103 residential lots)
- Approved final plat for Payette Addition (2 residential lots)
- Approved replat of Atsar Storage Addition (2 residential lots)
- Approved final plat for 449 S. Farmington Addition (1 residential lot)
- Approved site plan for First State Bank
- Approved Site Plan and Specific Use Permit for 2325 North Travis Street (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is considering several ordinances, including calling an election for District 2 and District 4 council seats and reauthorizing a local sales tax for street repairs. The body will also discuss the issuance of certificates of obligation and a settlement regarding Atmos Energy Corp. rates.
- Ordinance No. 6630: Election for City Council District 2 and District 4 on November 7, 2023
- Ordinance No. 6631: Reauthorization of 1/8% local sales and use tax for municipal street maintenance
- Ordinance No. 6632: Issuance of Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023
- Ordinance No. 6634: Repeal of the city's juvenile curfew ordinance
- Resolution No. 7119: Contract award to Mario Sinacola & Sons Excavating, Inc. for Shepherd Drive project
The City Council approved a $77.75 million bond issue for infrastructure and facility projects. Council also called for two elections on November 7, 2023, and approved a gas rate settlement and the repeal of the juvenile curfew ordinance.
- Approved Ordinance 6630 calling for a Regular Municipal Election on Nov. 7, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 6631 calling for a Special Municipal Election on Nov. 7, 2023, to reauthorize a 1/8% local sales and use tax for street maintenance (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 6632 authorizing the issuance of $77.75 million in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation
- Approved Ordinance 6633 adopting a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. resulting in a 7.31% rate increase for average residential customers
- Approved Ordinance 6634 repealing the City's juvenile curfew ordinance in response to House Bill 1819
- Approved Ordinance 6635 abandoning a portion of a variable width drainage easement in USOW Addition
- Approved the Consent Agenda (All present voted AYE)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will hold the first public hearing on a proposed budget that would raise total property taxes by $5,849,000 (27%) for fiscal year 2023-2024. It will also introduce and hold public hearings on multiple zoning changes, including rezoning several tracts for single-family residential and commercial use. The council will consider adopting all introduced ordinances and several resolutions, including authorizing eminent domain for water easements and establishing a Main Street reimbursement program.
- Public hearing on budget raising property taxes by $5,849,000 (27%)
- Rezoning 26.598 acres at 2400-2500 blocks South East Street to R-5 (Single Family Residential)
- Rezoning 49.496 acres at 300-400 blocks East Sherman Street to R-5 (Single Family Residential)
- Resolution authorizing eminent domain for permanent water easement on two tracts owned by Nuo Yang
- Resolution awarding contract for purchase of two Ford Explorers for Sherman Police Department
The Council held a first public hearing for a proposed budget of approximately $172.6 million, which would increase total property taxes by $5.849 million (27%). The Council also approved the minutes from July 17, 2023, and two consent agendas. Several zoning ordinances and a specific use permit were introduced and held for public hearing.
- Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (All AYE)
- Approved first Consent Agenda (All AYE)
- Approved second Consent Agenda subject to Staff Review Letter (All AYE)
- Presented Lifesaving Award to Police Officer Jacob Foreman
- Presented Lifesaving Award to Emergency Communications Officer Sara Patterson
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 18, 2023, to consider a consent agenda of routine plats and site plans, followed by public hearings on temporary use permits for concrete batch plants, zone changes, variances, and specific use permits. The agenda includes multiple items affecting residential and commercial districts across the city.
- Temporary use permits for concrete batch plants at 4200-4300 Dripping Springs Rd, 3800 W Houston St, and 2000-2300 W Moore St (R-6 districts)
- Zone change from R-6/R-A to R-5 for 24.415 acres at 300-400 E Sherman St
- Zone change from R-6 to R-5 for 67.891 acres at 2800 Blue Flame Rd
- Zone change from M-2 to C-2 for 0.482 acres at 516-518 E Cherry St
- Specific use permit for mini-warehouse at 1300 S FM 1417 (Heritage Parkway)
The Commission approved a consent agenda containing 11 site plans, replats, and final plats for residential and commercial developments. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding a zone change request for a property on West Lamberth Road, though no final decision on that item is recorded in the provided text.
- Approved site plan for cooler addition at 2773 North Highway 75
- Approved replat of Neu Addition, Lot 1R at 100 Jim Lamb Road
- Approved final plat of Menjivar High Country Addition at 50 High Country Road
- Approved preliminary plat of Payette Addition at 3786 Gibbons Road
- Approved final plat of Estates at Baker Park, Phase 1 at 200 Block South FM 1417
- Approved final plat of Willow Branch Subdivision, Phase 1 at 3000 Block North Hickory Street
- Approved final plat of Howe Substation Addition at 5000 Block Howe Drive
- Approved preliminary plat of Taylor Crossing Addition at 1800-1804 Blocks North Highway 75
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting nine ordinances that would rezone properties or grant specific use permits for auto sales, mini-warehouses, warehousing, and multifamily housing at various locations. The council will also vote on resolutions for a major development agreement, a water main project, and a contract for shade structures at a park, and will preview the 2023-2024 draft budget.
- Public hearing and possible adoption of Specific Use Permit for auto sales/repair at 2303 Texoma Parkway (Ordinance 6613)
- Public hearing and possible adoption of Specific Use Permit for mini-warehouse at 5820 Texoma Parkway (Ordinance 6614)
- Public hearing and possible adoption of rezoning 8.68 acres at 6501 Block N Highway 75 from R-6 to MF-30 (multifamily) (Ordinance 6615)
- Consider adoption of Resolution 7104 authorizing amended Master Development Agreement for Hickory Hill residential development
- Consider adoption of Resolution 7106 approving Guaranteed Maximum Price for 36-inch West Sherman Water Main Project
The City Council approved the minutes from June 26 and July 5, 2023, and passed two consent agendas. Public hearings were conducted for seven ordinances regarding specific use permits, rezoning requests, and updates to the Central Business District Overlay. The provided record ends before the final votes on these ordinances were recorded.
- Approved June 26, 2023, and July 5, 2023, meeting minutes (All present voted AYE)
- Approved first Consent Agenda (All present voted AYE)
- Approved second Consent Agenda, subject to Staff Review Letter (All present voted AYE)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing three resolutions to acquire property interests via eminent domain for public water and utility improvements. The body is also considering several service contracts and a traffic signal modification.
- Resolution 7097: Eminent domain for +/- 3.392 acres (permanent) and +/- 3.762 acres (temporary) from Sherman Ventures, LLC
- Resolution 7098: Eminent domain for +/- 1.454 acres (permanent) and +/- 1.699 acres (temporary) from 6401 Skillman I, Ltd
- Resolution 7099: Eminent domain for +/- 2.594 acres (permanent) and +/- 3.524 acres (temporary) from Ronald A. and Kathy Schachar
- Resolution 7100: Contract with Nema 3 Electric, Inc. for sports field lighting at Pecan Grove West Athletic Complex
- Resolution 7103: Funding agreement with TxDOT for traffic signal modification at FM 1417 and Quail Run Road
The City Council approved a contract for lighting at the Pecan Grove West Athletic Complex. The council also held public hearings regarding three separate resolutions to acquire property via eminent domain for water utility improvements.
- Approved $1.14M contract with Nema 3 Electric, Inc. for sports field and bike lighting at Pecan Grove West Athletic Complex (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda (All present voted AYE)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting 14 zoning ordinances, including several rezonings and specific use permits. Notable items include a 252.52-acre rezoning to Planned Development for Pecan Grove Estates, a specific use permit for a hotel in the Blalock Industrial Park, and a rezoning for a correctional facility at 200 South Crockett Street. The council will also consider resolutions on certificates of obligation, a development agreement for Hickory Hill, and tax abatements for two new homes.
- Rezone 252.52 acres on East Pecan Grove Road and Park Vista Boulevard to PD (Planned Development) for Pecan Grove Estates
- Specific use permit for a hotel/motel at 301 West Travis Street in Blalock Industrial Park
- Rezone 1.767 acres at 200 South Crockett Street to C-1 and grant specific use permit for a correctional/detention facility
- Resolution authorizing amended master development agreement with Sherman Hickory Hill, LLC for Hickory Hill residential development
- Tax abatement agreements with M&G Home Builders LLC for new homes at 1425 and 1429 East Odneal Street
The Council approved several ordinances to facilitate a correctional facility for Grayson County and a large mixed-housing planned development. The meeting also included public comments opposing a proposed $20 million Municipal Campus project.
- Approved Ordinance 6597 updating Blalock Commercial Overlay and Central Business District zoning
- Approved Ordinance 6599 modifying Heritage Row Historical District boundaries
- Approved Ordinance 6607 rezoning 1.767 acres at 200 South Crockett Street to C-1 (Retail Business)
- Approved Ordinance 6608 granting a Specific Use Permit for a correctional facility at 200 South Crockett Street
- Approved Ordinance 6600 rezoning 252.52 acres for Pecan Grove Estates Planned Development
- Approved minutes from June 9 and June 15, 2023 meetings
- Approved routine Consent Agenda items
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
🏢 Building at this address: 7 m tall
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, to consider a consent agenda of routine items and numerous public hearings. These include zone changes, preliminary and final plats, site plans, and variance requests for properties across the city. The meeting is open to the public, with citizen comments limited to agenda items.
- Zone change from R-6 to MF-30 at 6501 Block North Highway 75 (8.68 acres)
- Zone change from M-1/C-2 to C-2 at 4800 Texoma Parkway (5.7869 acres)
- Specific Use Permit for auto sales/repair at 2303 Texoma Parkway
- Variance for 0' side setback at 2507 Shoreline Drive
- Preliminary plat of Sherman 185 at 701 Luella Road (182.737 acres)
The Commission approved a consent agenda containing nine items, including site plans for portable classrooms and office condominiums. A separate site plan for an outdoor restaurant was also approved. One site plan request was withdrawn.
- Approved site plan for portable classroom units at 2701 North Loy Lake Road
- Approved final plat for Texoma Hyundai Addition at 2500 Texoma Parkway
- Approved replat of Northwest Addition, Block 1, Lot 5R at 2524 Mountain Climb Road
- Approved replat of Perez East Addition at 802 North East Street
- Approved replat of Grayson County Justice Center, Lot 1R at 200 South Crockett Street
- Approved preliminary plat for Vein Center of North Texas Addition at 1325 North Travis Street
- Approved site plan for office condominiums at 708 East Lamberth Road
- Approved preliminary plat for Sherman 185 at 701 Luella Road
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
🏢 Building at this address: 5 m tall
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to review the 2023-2024 budget. The session includes an executive session for potential deliberations on legal, real estate, personnel, or financial matters.
- 2023-2024 Budget Review
City Council
City Council adopted Ordinance No. 6612, which approves the issuance of Series 2023A contract revenue bonds for the Greater Texoma Utility Authority. These bonds relate to the City of Sherman Project and the construction or acquisition of facilities by the authority.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 6612 regarding Greater Texoma Utility Authority Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023A (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 6612. This ordinance approves the issuance of Greater Texoma Utility Authority Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023A, to fund water and sewer infrastructure projects.
- WWTP Industrial Expansion: $155,000,000
- Rehab of conventional Water Treatment plant: $20,000,000
- Bond issuance costs: approximately $775,000
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 6612
Planning and Zoning Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing to discuss updating the Central Business District Overlay. The proposal includes creating three new sub-districts and repealing the Arts and Cultural Overlay District.
- Repeal of the Arts and Cultural Overlay District
- Establishment of Downtown, Highway, and Grayson County sub-districts
- Proposed maximum fine of $2,000 for ordinance violations
- Proposed amendment to allow vertical residential mixed use in C-1 Districts with a Specific Use Permit
- New architectural regulations for exterior walls, colors, and roofing materials
The Commission held a public hearing to consider amendments to the Central Business District Overlay, including the removal of the Arts and Cultural Overlay District and the creation of three new sub-districts. The meeting consisted of staff presentations and public discussion; no final vote on the ordinance was recorded in the minutes.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on the 2023 Community Development Block Grant and a proposal to raise the residential tax abatement eligibility cap for Reinvestment Zone #10. The body will also consider several eminent domain resolutions for water utility improvements.
- Proposed increase of Residential Reinvestment Zone #10 eligibility cap from $100,000 to $150,000
- Three resolutions for eminent domain of water easements totaling approximately 3.3 acres
- Change Order No. 2 for Moore Street project (Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC) increasing cost by $114,650.89
- Contract for Hickory Hill offsite water and sanitary sewer improvements with Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC
- Professional services agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. to update the Subdivision Ordinance
The City Council voted to increase the eligibility cap for the Residential Reinvestment Zone #10 tax abatement from $100,000 to $150,000. The Council also authorized the use of eminent domain to acquire easements for the West Sherman Water Main Project.
- Approved Ordinance No. 6598 to renew Residential Reinvestment Zone #10 and raise the tax abatement cap to $150,000 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7080 to acquire permanent and temporary water easements from Meadowlake10 Investments LLC via eminent domain (6-0)
- Approved minutes from April 20, May 15, and May 25, 2023 meetings (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items as presented (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Sherman, Texas, scheduled for June 5, 2023, was cancelled due to a posting error. Items intended for this meeting will be moved to a future agenda.
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for June 5, 2023, was cancelled due to a posting error. No decisions were made, and agenda items will be moved to a future meeting.
City Council
The City Council will meet for a work session to receive an update and provide input on the Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes a potential executive session to discuss legal, real estate, or personnel matters.
- Capital Improvement Program update and council input
The City Council received a comprehensive update on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) covering utility and general fund projects. City staff detailed ongoing and future infrastructure plans for roads, drainage, water, and sewer systems. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the provided text.
City Council
The City Council is conducting a walking tour of the City of Sherman Main Street. The agenda states that no votes or formal action will be taken during this event.
- Walking tour of the City of Sherman Main Street
Council members participated in the Imagine the Possibilities 2023: Sherman Main Street Walking Tour. No formal action was taken and no votes were held as there was no quorum present.
Library Board
The board approved the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting. The Library Services Administrator provided updates on budget requests, facility needs, and upcoming programming. The board discussed concerns regarding current building space.
- Approved March 27, 2023 minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider numerous plats, site plans, variances, and zone changes. Key items include a hotel with a specific use permit, a mini-warehouse, and multiple zone changes, including a large planned development. The agenda is largely substantive, with many public hearings and decisions.
- Public hearing for a zone change to PD for Pecan Grove Estates (252.52 acres, East Pecan Road/Park Vista Blvd)
- Public hearing for a hotel with Specific Use Permit at 301 Block West Travis Street (44.83 acres)
- Public hearing for mini-warehouse and warehousing Specific Use Permits at 4800 Texoma Parkway (43.94 acres)
- Public hearing for zone change to C-1 and Specific Use Permit for correctional facility at 200 South Crockett Street (Grayson County Justice Center)
- Public hearing for amendments to Central Business District Overlay, including new subarea and penalty clause
The Commission approved several final, preliminary, and replat requests for properties on Crossroads Boulevard, East Chaffin Street, Luella Road, High Country Road, Graham Drive, and South First Street. A site plan for a fuel station at 5100 Liberty Hill Trail was removed from the consent agenda for discussion, though the provided minutes end before a decision was recorded.
- Approved final plat for Sherman Crossroads Commercial Addition at 3600 block Crossroads Boulevard
- Approved final plat for 1411 East Chaffin Addition
- Approved preliminary plat for HMI — Sherman No. 1 at 592 Luella Road
- Approved preliminary plat for Menjivar High Country Addition at 50 High Country Road
- Approved replat for Sherman Town Center 3 at 601-701 block Graham Drive
- Approved replat for Sherman Crossroads Phase IV at 3320-3550 block Crossroads Boulevard
- Approved preliminary plat for Sherman Machine Addition at 1622 South First Street
- Approved April 18, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting seven ordinances, including two annexations totaling about 103 acres and several zoning changes. The council will also vote on resolutions for infrastructure projects, property acquisition, and equipment purchases, and will consider multiple plat approvals.
- Annexation of ~78 acres north of Post Oak Creek and ~25.08 acres east of US Highway 75
- Rezoning at 1013 S First St, 208 W McLain St, 2450 N Frisco Rd, and specific use permit at 4613 N FM 1417
- Resolution 7074: Approve GMP 2.00 for Garney Companies for 36-Inch West Sherman Water Main Project
- Resolution 7077: Award bid to Belt Construction for 2022 South Side Industrial Sewer Line Phase 1
- Resolution 7079: Purchase two 40YD front load trucks from Bond Equipment for Solid Waste
The City Council approved a replat for Stonewood Estates at 320 and 328 Arapaho West Trail. The council also held public hearings for two annexations, a right-of-way abandonment, and three zoning requests.
- Approved Replat for Stonewood Estates at 320 & 328 Arapaho West Trail (6-0)
- Approved minutes from six meetings held between April 19, 2022, and May 1, 2023 (All present voted AYE)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 6589 to nominate GlobalWafers America, LLC for the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, which could provide local incentives. The council will also consider approving annexation scheduling plans for about 103 acres north of Post Oak Creek, along with several resolutions for property conveyances, contracts, and equipment purchases. Most other items are routine consent agenda matters.
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 6589 for Texas Enterprise Zone incentives for GlobalWafers America, LLC
- Resolution No. 7059: Downtown Building Improvement Grant for renovations at 124 S Crockett Street
- Resolution No. 7062: Right of way funds agreement with TxDOT along U.S. Highway 75
- Annexation scheduling plans for ~78 acres and ~25.08 acres north of Post Oak Creek
- Resolution No. 7072: Purchase of a 2023 Frazer ambulance for Sherman Fire-Rescue
The Council adopted Ordinance No. 6589 to nominate GlobalWafers America, LLC for the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. Other actions included approving a downtown building improvement grant and a new neighborhood park. The Council also authorized funding for Highway 75 right-of-way acquisitions.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 6589 nominating GlobalWafers America, LLC to the Texas Enterprise Zone Program (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7059 for downtown building improvement grant for 124 S Crockett Street (6-0)
- Approved Resolution Nos. 7060 and 7061 for Northcreek Subdivision park land conveyance and equipment (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7062 to contribute right-of-way funds for U.S. Highway 75 (6-0)
- Approved request to temporarily close streets for Cinco de Mayo Festival on May 5, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved professional services agreements for water and wastewater projects via Resolutions 7063-7067 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council received updates on the 2023-2024 budget, including a sales tax increase and projected fund reserves. Staff reported on TCEQ requirements for annual residential and commercial backflow device inspections to avoid city fines. No formal votes were recorded in the provided minutes.
- Discussed enforcement of annual backflow device inspections to avoid TCEQ fines
- Reviewed FY 2022 General Fund ending balance of $1.2 million above FY 2021
- Discussed delays in the Street (CO Bond) program and fleet equipment purchases
- Reviewed projected reserves: 96 days for General Fund, 74 days for Utility Fund, and 71 days for Solid Waste Fund
- Discussed potential for a 2023 public works bond issue
City Council
The City Council is holding a called meeting to receive a financial update and provide input for the 2023-2024 budget year. The agenda also includes a potential executive session to discuss legal, real estate, or personnel matters.
- Financial update and council input for 2023-2024 budget year
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review the 2023 quarterly report. The discussion focuses on revenue generated through impact fees for water, sewer, and roadway infrastructure.
- Review of Q1 2023 Impact Fee Revenue totaling $2,163,039.00
- Approval of February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Analysis of impact fees by use type: Single-Family ($286,669), Multi-Family ($757,780), Commercial ($66,848), and Industrial ($1,056,138)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items (site plans, plats, replats) and public hearings on zone changes, temporary use permits, variances, and a specific use permit. The agenda includes both routine approvals and more substantive requests, such as a zone change for duplex housing and a variance for an office/warehouse facility.
- Site plan for Chick-Fil-A at 3500 N U.S. Highway 75
- Zone change from R-6 to R-2F (duplex) at 2000 Block Duke and Duchess
- Zone change from R-6 to R-5 at 3001 Block West Washington Street
- Variance for side setbacks at 2450 North Frisco Road
- Specific Use Permit for auto repair and boat/RV storage at 4613 North FM 1417
The provided document is an agenda for the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment meeting. It lists several requests for site plans, plats, and replats, but does not record the outcomes or decisions made during the meeting.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on six ordinances regarding sewer and alley abandonments, rezoning, and specific use permits. The body will also consider a water main project contract and a grant for a police K-9 dog.
- Ordinance 6585: Rezone 0.238 acres at 800 Maxey Street to Duplex Residential (R-2F)
- Ordinance 6586: Specific Use Permit for a carwash at 2901 Block Texoma Parkway
- Ordinance 6587: Specific Use Permit for a commercial/trade school at 4800 Texoma Parkway
- Ordinance 6588: Rezone 28.665 acres at 4441 West Houston Street to Multi-Family Residential (MF-15)
- Resolution 7056: Award GMP 1.00 to Garney Companies, Inc. for 36-Inch West Sherman Water Main Project
The Council approved the April 3, 2023, meeting minutes and two consent agendas. Public hearings were held for several ordinances regarding easement abandonments, rezoning for a duplex and multi-family development, and specific use permits for a car wash and a school. The provided text ends before the final votes on these ordinances were recorded.
- Approved April 3, 2023, meeting minutes (All present voted AYE)
- Approved first Consent Agenda (All present voted AYE)
- Approved second Consent Agenda, subject to Staff Review Letter (All present voted AYE)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding utility revenue bonds, sex offender residency definitions, and utility bill liens. The body will also consider contracts for evaluating a new city hall and fire station renovations.
- Ordinance 6580: Greater Texoma Utility Authority Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
- Resolution 7051: Contract with Thos. S. Byrne, Inc. to evaluate a new City Hall facility
- Resolution 7052: Contract with Thos. S. Byrne, Inc. to evaluate Fire Station No. 1 renovations
- Resolution 7053: Determination of public necessity to acquire property via eminent domain for water utilities
- Resolution 7054: Grant agreement with Finley Cultural Center for improvements to 500 N Elm Street
The Council approved the issuance of over $137 million in utility revenue bonds for water and sewer projects. It also authorized the use of eminent domain for water easements, provided costs remain under $50,000 per instance. Additionally, the city contracted Byrne Construction for evaluations of a new City Hall and Fire Station No. 1 renovations.
- Approved Ordinance No. 6580 for Greater Texoma Utility Authority revenue bonds (~$137M) (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 6581 revising sex offender residency definitions (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 6582 allowing liens on property for delinquent utility bills (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7051 contracting Byrne Construction to evaluate a new City Hall (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7052 contracting Byrne Construction for Fire Station No. 1 renovation evaluation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7053 authorizing eminent domain for water easements under $50,000 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7054 grant for Finley Cultural Center roof replacement (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7055 contracting Tyler Technologies for permit software (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review a library update and discuss a meeting room. The session includes the approval of minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting.
- Approval of February 16, 2023 minutes
- Library update
- Discussion regarding meeting room
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on March 21, 2023, to consider a consent agenda of routine plats and site plans, plus several public hearings for variances, zone changes, and specific use permits. Items include a proposed carwash, a commercial school, and multiple residential developments.
- Public hearing for zone change at 4441 West Houston Street from R-A to MF-15 (28.665 acres)
- Specific use permit for a commercial/trade school at 4800 Texoma Parkway (42.8134 acres)
- Specific use permit for a carwash at 2901 Texoma Parkway
- Variance for 10-foot fence at 2626 Hilltop Drive (Meals on Wheels)
- Final plat for Texoma Vet Hospital at 5005 North FM 1417
The provided document is an agenda and supporting staff review materials for the March 21, 2023, meeting. It does not contain the final minutes or a record of votes and decisions made during the session.
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding rezoning, specific use permits for businesses, and the abandonment of a road right-of-way. The body will also review contracts for fleet vehicles, call recording software, and aviation fuel.
- Ordinance 6572: Closing and abandoning a portion of Knollwood Road Right of Way
- Ordinance 6573: Specific Use Permit for a mini-warehouse at 2601 Hilltop Drive
- Ordinance 6575: Specific Use Permit for a smoke shop at 2916 North Highway 75, Suite 110
- Ordinance 6578: Specific Use Permit for a commercial amusement center at 4801 North FM 1417
- Resolution 7045: Contract with Southwest CDJR, LLC for multiple fleet vehicles
The Council adopted eight ordinances covering zoning changes, specific use permits, and a right-of-way abandonment. They also approved emergency repairs for the Tuck #1 Trinity Well and accepted the annual audit report for the year ended September 30, 2022.
- Approved emergency repair and rework of Tuck #1 Trinity Well (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 6572 to abandon portion of Knollwood Rd right-of-way (6-0)
- Approved Specific Use Permit for mini-warehouse at 2601 Hilltop Dr (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 415 E. Orange St from C-2 to R-6 (6-0)
- Approved Specific Use Permit renewal for smoke shop at 2916 N. Hwy 75 (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 620 & 622 S. First St from R-6 to R-4 (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2900-3200 blocks N. Hickory St from R-6 to R-5 (6-0)
- Approved Specific Use Permit for commercial amusement center at 4801 N. FM 1417 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding speed limits on State Highway 56 and a utility easement abandonment in Northgate Business Park. The body will also consider historic building restoration grants and water and wastewater rate reviews.
- Ordinance No. 6570: Speed limits on portions of State Highway 56
- Ordinance No. 6571: Abandoning a utility easement in Northgate Business Park
- Resolution No. 7038: Restoration grant for 328-330 W Lamar Street
- Resolution No. 7039: Restoration grant for 213 N Travis Street
- Resolution No. 7040: Annual rate review for water and wastewater
The Council adopted the results of the annual rate review for water and wastewater, maintaining a five-year plan with average annual increases of 4.5%. Other key actions included approving downtown historic restoration grants and updating speed limits on State Highway 56.
- Approved annual water and wastewater rate review (Resolution 7040)
- Adopted Ordinance 6570 reducing speed limits on portions of SH 56
- Adopted Ordinance 6571 abandoning a utility easement for Northgate Business Park
- Approved historic restoration grants for 328-330 W. Lamar St and 213 N. Travis St (Res 7038, 7039)
- Approved request to advertise for ballfield fencing at Old Settlers Park
- Approved DOE Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant application (Res 7041)
- Accepted contract with Piazza Construction, LLC as complete for WWTP building (Res 7042)
- Approved contract with American Ramp Company for Binkley Park pump track (Res 7043)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on February 21, 2023, to consider a lengthy agenda of development requests. These include consent agenda items for plats and site plans, as well as public hearings for zone changes, variances, and specific use permits. The meeting will also consider an ordinance amending the zoning code regarding property notification signs and administrative procedures.
- Public hearing for zone change at 415 East Orange Street from C-2 to R-6
- Public hearing for temporary concrete batch plant permit at 3200 Northgate Drive
- Public hearing for specific use permit for smoke/vape shop at 2916 North Highway 75
- Public hearing for zone change at 2900-3200 blocks North Hickory Street from R-6 to R-5
- Public hearing for specific use permit for commercial amusement center at 4801 North FM 1417
The provided document is an agenda and supporting materials for a regular meeting. It does not contain the final minutes, vote tallies, or records of what was actually decided, approved, or denied.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review the 2023 semi-annual report. The body is tasked with monitoring impact fee revenue and the Capital Improvements Impact Plan.
- Review and consideration of the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee semi-annual report for 2023
- Approval of minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting
City Council
The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8 Committee is meeting to discuss a reimbursement agreement with Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1. The agreement would use incremental tax revenue to reimburse the district for public infrastructure costs. This infrastructure is located generally along U.S. Hwy 82 between Plainview Road and Travis Street.
- Proposed $35 million reimbursement for public infrastructure in TIRZ #8
- Reimbursement Agreement with Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Grayson County
- Resolution No. 7033 authorizing the execution of the reimbursement agreement
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to revise authorized fire department positions and abandon water and utility easements. The body will also consider several professional services agreements and a budget calendar for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
- Ordinance 6567: Revision of authorized positions in the Fire Department
- Ordinance 6568: Abandonment of a 20-foot water easement at Estates at Baker Park
- Ordinance 6569: Abandonment of a 20-foot utility easement at Washington Meadows, Phase Two
- Change Order No. 3: $33,613.93 increase for Northwest Sewer and Force Main Project
- Request to advertise the sale of approximately 0.9 acres of land at 1400 West Taylor Street
The Council approved a reorganization of fire department positions and authorized several professional service agreements for city infrastructure and project reviews. They also approved the sale of 0.9 acres of land on West Taylor Street and adopted the FY 2023-2024 budget calendar.
- Approved Ordinance 6567 to remove Assistant Chief and add two Battalion Chief positions in the Fire Department (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 6568 and 6569 to abandon water and utility easements at Estates at Baker Park and Washington Meadows, Phase 2 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 7033 for a TIRZ #8 reimbursement agreement with Heritage Ranch MUD No. 1 (5-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Resolution 7034 for plan review and building inspection services for the Global Wafers project (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 7035 for Lake Texoma Pump Station Expansion preliminary design (6-0)
- Approved the sale of approximately 0.9 acres of land at 1400 West Taylor Street (6-0)
- Approved a $33,613.93 increase for the Northwest Sewer and Force Main Project (6-0)
- Approved the Budget Calendar for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Tax Increment Financing Board #8 approved a reimbursement agreement with Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1. This agreement covers the construction of public infrastructure within the Sherman Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #8.
- Approved TIRZ #8 Reimbursement Agreement with Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a library update. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a meeting room.
- Approval of October 25, 2022 minutes
- Library update
- Discussion of meeting room
The Board approved the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting and decided to move future meetings to Mondays at noon. The Board reviewed suggested updates to the meeting room policy, with further discussion scheduled for next month.
- Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- Changed meeting time to Mondays at noon
City Council
The Tax Increment Financing Board #2 is meeting to approve an amended project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2. The plan focuses on downtown enhancements to attract businesses and visitors through infrastructure and grant programs.
- Approval of Amended Project Plan and Financing Plan for TIRZ #2
- Sewer upgrades financed with approximately $1.3 million in debt via Greater Texoma Utility Authority
- Aesthetic and parking improvements estimated at $300,000
- Establishment of a Downtown Building Improvement Grant for historical buildings
- Ordinance No. 6560
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting seven ordinances, including a tattoo studio specific use permit, rezoning of several tracts for multi-family and retail use, and an amended tax increment reinvestment zone plan. The council will also consider resolutions on fire chief employment, an economic development program, a historic building grant, software purchases, police grants, and vehicle purchases, along with various plats and a change order.
- Ordinance 6561: Specific use permit for tattoo studio at 4909 Texoma Parkway, Suite 104
- Ordinance 6562: Rezone 6.226 acres at 2131 North Loy Lake Road from C-2 to MF-30 (multi-family)
- Ordinance 6564/6565: Rezone 24.535 and 29.776 acres near East Shepherd Road and South Highway 75 from R-6 to C-1 and MF-15
- Resolution 7026: Grant agreement for improvements to 211 West Lamar Street under historic building program
- Change Order No. 1: $198,000 increase for Ida Road Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation
The Council confirmed the appointment of Billy Hartsfield as Fire Chief and approved several zoning changes and specific use permits. They also established a new Downtown Building Improvement Grant program and approved a grant for the renovation of 211 West Lamar Street.
- Confirmed appointment of Billy Hartsfield as Fire Chief (3-0)
- Approved Ordinances 6560-6566, including a tattoo studio permit and multiple residential/commercial rezonings (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 7025 creating the Downtown Building Improvement Grant program (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 7026 for building improvements at 211 West Lamar Street (3-0)
- Approved $198,000 increase for Ida Road Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation (3-0)
- Approved Request to Advertise for Hickory Hill Offsite Water and Sanitary Sewer Project (3-0)
- Approved Replat of Plyler Addition at 3505 Texoma Parkway and 3512-3702 Frisco Road (3-0)
- Appointed Sheri Fallon to the Historical Preservation Board (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Tax Increment Financing Board #2 approved an amended Project Plan and Financing Plan for the Sherman Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two. The plan includes sewer improvements and funding for downtown grants and infrastructure projects.
- Approved amended Project Plan and Financing Plan for Sherman Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from October 25, 2022. The board will discuss a library update and a meeting room.
- Approval of October 25, 2022 minutes
- Library update
- Discussion regarding meeting room
City Council
The City Council is considering professional services agreements for the design of a new City Hall and renovations to Fire Station No. 1. The body will also address eminent domain acquisitions for wastewater improvements and various interlocal agreements.
- Resolution No. 7013: Agreement with Hidell and Associates Architects, Inc. for Fire Station No. 1 renovation
- Resolution No. 7014: Agreement with M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates, Inc. for new City Hall design
- Resolution No. 7016 & 7017: Eminent domain for sanitary sewer easements (0.054 acres from Susan M. Brannum; 1.359 acres from HMI-Sherman 592, LLC)
- Resolution No. 7021: Purchase of 1,404 new 95 Gallon EG Carts for Solid Waste Department
- Resolution No. 7015: MOU with Grayson County Sheriff's Office regarding Class 'C' charges incarceration
The Council authorized architectural agreements for the renovation of Fire Station No. 1 and the design of a new City Hall. Additionally, the Council approved an interlocal agreement with Grayson County for jail housing and two eminent domain resolutions for wastewater projects.
- Approved Resolution No. 7013 for Fire Station No. 1 renovation professional services (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7014 for new City Hall design services (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7015 increasing Grayson County jail housing for Class C charges from $45 to $65 per day (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7016 for eminent domain of 0.054 acres for wastewater use (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7017 for eminent domain of 1.359 acres for wastewater use (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7018 amending SEDCO Articles of Incorporation to allow limited legislative testimony (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 1,404 solid waste carts from Rehrig Pacific Company (Consent Agenda)
- Approved street closures for Black History Month Freedom Parade on February 11, 2023 (Consent Agenda)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2023, to consider several development requests. These include public hearings for a tattoo studio, variances for an auto dealership, and zone changes for a large tract near Highway 75. The consent agenda covers routine plats and replats for residential and commercial properties.
- Public hearing for Specific Use Permit to allow a Tattoo Studio at 4909 Texoma Parkway, Suite 104
- Public hearings for variances and Specific Use Permit for Texoma Hyundai at 2500 Texoma Parkway
- Zone changes for 54.311 acres at East Shepherd Road and South Highway 75 from R-6 to C-1 and MF-15
- Consent agenda includes replats at 2524 Mountain Climb Road, 3505 Texoma Parkway, and preliminary plat for Travis Crossing
- Public hearing for replat of Northwest Addition at 2524 Mountain Climb Road
The provided document is an agenda and supporting materials for a regular meeting. It does not contain the final minutes, vote tallies, or records of what was actually decided, approved, or denied.
City Council
The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting two specific use permits (Ordinances 6558 and 6559) for a mini-warehouse/RV storage and a loan office, respectively. The council will also vote on resolutions approving a water treatment plant expansion contract, accepting a completed construction contract, and authorizing agreements for tax abatement and encroachment. Additionally, the agenda includes multiple plat approvals and requests to advertise for truck purchases, park lighting, and a new city hall.
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6558: Specific Use Permit for mini-warehouse and outdoor RV storage at 920 S. FM 1417 (2.29 acres), penalty up to $2,000
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 6559: Specific Use Permit for a loan office at 701 W. Houston Street (0.086 acres), penalty up to $2,000
- Resolution 7008: Approving Greater Texoma Utility Authority's contract with Archer Western Construction for Sherman WTP Expansion Package 1
- Resolution 7011: Tax abatement agreement with M&G Home Builders for new single-family residence at 2017 S. Montgomery Street
- Requests to advertise: purchase of trucks, ballfield/trail lighting at Pecan Grove Athletic Complex, and construction manager-at-risk for new City Hall
The Council approved contracting with a Construction Manager-at-Risk for a new City Hall at 221 W. Mulberry Street. Other key actions included approving a water treatment plant expansion contract and granting two specific use permits. Multiple residential and commercial replats and final plats were also approved.
- Approved contracting with a Construction Manager-at-Risk for new City Hall at 221 W. Mulberry Street
- Approved Resolution No. 7008 to contract with Archer Western Construction, LLC for Water Treatment Plant expansion
- Approved Ordinance No. 6558 for mini-warehouse and RV storage at 920 S. FM 1417
- Approved Ordinance No. 6559 for a loan office at 701 W. Houston Street with a two-year limit
- Reappointed Brad Morgan to the Greater Texoma Utility Authority Board of Directors (term ending Dec 31, 2024)
- Approved purchase of four trucks for Parks Maintenance and Engineering departments
- Approved purchase and installation of lighting at Pecan Grove Athletic Complex
- Tabled Resolution No. 7009 regarding WWTP Operations Building addition and remodel