Corsicana public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend penalties for Specific Use Permit violations. The body will also review financial policies and a contract for a Pierce Enforcer Series Quint.

• Public hearing and ordinance to amend Section 1.106(a) regarding Specific Use Permit penalties
• Contract for one Pierce Enforcer Series Quint
• Joint contract for May 2, 2026, election services with Navarro County and other entities
• Review and adoption of financial, fraud, purchasing, and records management policies
• Declaration of certain property as surplus for sale, trade, donation, or disposal

Planning & Zoning

The Corsicana Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on Dec. 18, 2025. The commission will consider a request to remove the property known as G0200 Gillen Est Ranchitos Lot 7 (Parcel ID 50388) at 4212 West State Highway 22, a 5.715‑acre parcel, from the city’s Extra Territorial Jurisdiction. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes and a public comment period.

• Consider removal of 5.715‑acre parcel (G0200 Gillen Est Ranchitos Lot 7, Parcel ID 50388) at 4212 West State Highway 22 from the city’s Extra Territorial Jurisdiction

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission of Corsicana, Texas will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The commission will discuss a request from the City of Corsicana to create an unlisted land‑use classification for food‑truck lots. It will also consider a request from Wayne Wildman to remove the property known as G0200 Gillen Est Ranchitoes Lot 7 (Parcel ID 50388, 5.715 acres at 4212 West State Highway 22) from the city’s Extra Territorial Jurisdiction.

• Discuss unlisted land‑use classification for food‑truck lots (applicant: City of Corsicana).
• Consider removal of G0200 Gillen Est Ranchitoes Lot 7 (Parcel ID 50388, 5.715 acres at 4212 West State Highway 22) from the city’s Extra Territorial Jurisdiction (owner: Mr. W Fireworks Inc.; applicant: Wayne Wildman).

Landmark Commission

The Corsicana Landmark Commission will review minutes from prior meetings. It will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 113 N Beaton, proposed as a food truck park. It will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness for 210 N Commerce, involving window repairs, door replacements, and a period‑correct awning. Any other items may be discussed before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from prior Landmark Commission meetings
• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for 113 N Beaton (food truck park)
• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for 210 N Commerce (window, door, awning modifications)
• Any other items to discuss

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the creation of Reinvestment Zone No. 25-02. The body will also consider a tax abatement agreement with Guardian Industries, LLC and receive an update on the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

• Public hearing and proposed ordinance for Reinvestment Zone No. 25-02
• Proposed Tax Abatement Agreement with Guardian Industries, LLC
• Update on the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Executive session to discuss legal matters, real property, and economic development negotiations

Planning & Zoning

The Corsicana Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes and consider a variance request to reduce the required lot width for a single-family dwelling from 50 feet to 40 feet.

• Approve minutes from November 6, 2025
• Public forum for comments
• Variance request for 40-foot lot width in Multiple-Family Residential District-1
• Property ID 30602, Block 334 Lot Part of B (East 40-feet of 3)
• Applicant: Francisco Hernandez

Planning & Zoning

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a single-family dwelling. The applicant is seeking to reduce the minimum required lot width from 50 feet to 40 feet in the Multiple-Family Residential District-1.

• Variance request for lot width at Block 334 Lot Part of B (property ID 30602) by Francisco Hernandez

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will consider approving prior meeting minutes. It will discuss a proposed mural at 122 N Beaton presented by Susan Melton. It will also discuss a public art installation called Wishing Tree presented by Belinda Burkhart. The meeting includes open items and a future meeting date to be announced.

• Consider approval of prior meetings’ minutes
• Discussion of mural at 122 N Beaton (presented by Susan Melton)
• Discussion of public art installation "Wishing Tree" (presented by Belinda Burkhart)

City Council

The Corsicana City Council will consider designating a Reinvestment Zone No. 25-01 to allow for tax abatements and economic incentives. The council will also approve the demolition of a structure at 405 East Collin Street and a tax abatement agreement with Oegg Inc.

• Designate Reinvestment Zone No. 25-01 for tax abatements
• Approve demolition of structure at 405 East Collin Street
• Consider Tax Abatement Agreement with Oegg Inc.
• Approve minutes from November 10, 2025 meetings
• Award contract for West 13th Avenue waterline installation

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will approve meeting minutes and review updates for upcoming downtown events, including a tree lighting and small business Saturday. The board will also recognize winners of a storefront and board appreciation program.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Upcoming events: Tree Lighting, Pink Friday, Small Business Saturday
• Project updates: Downtown Newsletter, Arts Plaza Programming, Taste of Corsicana
• Q3 Stunning Storefront/Board Appreciation Winners announced
• Volunteer hour logging and HPO/Landmark updates

Landmark Commission

The Corsicana Landmark Commission will consider four requests for Certificates of Appropriateness to install new wooden doors and windows at 314 N. Beaton Street, 318 N. Beaton Street, and 112 W Collin. The commission will also review a fencing proposal for the USPS building at 116 S Main as part of a federal Section 106 review process.

• Review of wooden door installation at 314 N. Beaton Street
• Review of wooden door installation at 318 N. Beaton Street
• Review of window and awning replacement at 112 W Collin
• Review of food truck park proposal at 113 N Beaton
• Section 106 review of fencing proposal for USPS at 116 S Main

City Council

The Corsicana City Council will approve the minutes from the October 27 meeting, adopt a zoning change for a 4‑acre parcel (Parcel ID 124285) from residential to light‑industrial, and authorize a $19,105,000 issuance of tax and revenue certificates. Council members will also vote to cast all 591 city votes for Jeff Smith to the Navarro Central Appraisal District Board and to award a contract for a 14‑inch waterline replacement on West 13th Avenue between South 15th and South 25th Streets.

• Approve minutes of the City Council Regular Session held on October 27, 2025
• Adopt Ordinance No. 3208 changing zoning of Parcel ID 124285 (4 acres) from R‑2 to I‑1
• Adopt Ordinance No. 3209 authorizing issuance of $19,105,000 in tax and revenue certificates (Series 2025)
• Approve casting of 591 votes for Jeff Smith to serve on the Navarro Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Approve contract to install a 14‑inch waterline on West 13th Avenue from South 15th Street to South 25th Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a discussion to establish a new City Vision. It will review how the Comprehensive Plan aligns with Council Strategic Goals and consider next steps for updating the Comprehensive Plan. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Discuss and Establish the City Vision
• Discuss Alignment of Comprehensive Plan with Council Strategic Goals
• Discuss Next Steps for Updating the Corsicana Comprehensive Plan

Civil Service Comission

The Civil Service Commission will hear a request to appoint a three‑member board of psychologists to conduct a mental or physical examination for police officer candidate Oraldo Rodriguez. An executive session will be held to review confidential records and consider the appeal of the applicant’s psychological exam under Texas Government Code §§551.074 and 551.071. After the executive session, the commission may take action on appointing the board and vote on the order. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.

• Consider request to appoint a three‑member board of psychologists for applicant Oraldo Rodriguez
• Executive session to review confidential records per Texas Government Code §§551.074 and 551.071
• Consider appeal of psychological exam of applicant Oraldo Rodriguez
• Vote on order appointing the board of psychologists, if necessary

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances regarding a large bond issuance and a zoning change. The body will also enter an executive session to discuss legal matters, real property, and economic development.

• Issuance of approximately $19,080,000 in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Zoning change request from Single-Family Residential District-2 (R-2) to Light Industrial (I-1) for 4 acres at Parcel ID 124285 (Part of Block 924)
• Approval of minutes from the October 13, 2025, regular session

Corsicana Visitors Bureau Board

The Corsicana Visitors Bureau Board will review end-of-year grant reports and then vote on grant requests for four arts and cultural programs. The votes cover Navarro Council of the Arts, Palace Theatre, Corsicana Artist & Writer Residency, and the Warehouse of the Living Arts Center. A financial year‑to‑date report will be presented, and updates on local hotel occupancy and marketing/promotion will be given.

• Vote to allocate $18,000 to Navarro Council of the Arts
• Vote to allocate $20,000 to Palace Theatre
• Vote to allocate $16,000 to Corsicana Artist & Writer Residency
• Vote to allocate $25,000 to Warehouse of the Living Arts Center
• Update on local hotel occupancy

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will discuss a series of upcoming downtown events, provide updates on newsletters, network meetings, arts plaza programming, the Taste of Corsicana event, and the sandwich board program. The meeting will also include a quarterly meeting update, announce Q3 Stunning Storefront/Board Appreciation award winners, and address any other business such as volunteer hours and sponsorship contacts. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Oct 23 – Boo on the Block, 3:30‑5:30 PM, Downtown Corsicana (volunteers needed)
• Nov 16 – Sunday Stroll, 1:00‑4:00 PM, Downtown Corsicana
• Nov 20 – Tree Lighting, 5:00‑8:00 PM, Downtown Corsicana (volunteers needed)
• Nov 21 – Pink Friday, Downtown Corsicana
• Nov 29 – Small Business Saturday, 10:00 AM‑3:00 PM, Downtown Corsicana

Planning & Zoning

The Corsicana Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on October 16, 2025 to consider three zoning change applications and a demolition and lot‑clearing request. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting and a review of the 2026 commission schedule. A public hearing on these items is scheduled for October 27, 2025. No other decisions are listed.

• Zoning change from Single‑Family Residential District‑2 (R‑2) to Light Industrial (I‑1) for 4 acres on Part of Block 924 (PID 124285); applicant: Randall Scott, B and B Water Supply Corp.
• Zoning change from Single‑Family Residential District‑3 (R‑3) to Multiple‑Family Residential District‑2 (MF‑2) for 2.78 acres at 520 South 34th Street (PID 51165, Block 591 Lot 1); applicants: Felipe and Julie Arteaga, HT Construction.
• Zoning change from Single‑Family Residential District‑4 (R‑4) to Two‑Family Residential District (2F) for 0.244 acres on Block 120 Lot 8 and West 25’ of Lot 7 (PID 31026); owner: El Paso Group LLC; applicant: Enrique Bernal Jr.
• Order demolition and lot clearing at 405 South 18th Street (PID 31314, Block 386 Lot Part of D, 0.10 acres); owners: Guido Martin Jr., Martin Guido Sr., Melinda Lopez; applicant: City of Corsicana.

Planning & Zoning

The Corsicana Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 16, 2025 to decide on four zoning change applications and a demolition request. The applications involve changes from single‑family residential districts to light industrial, multiple‑family residential, and two‑family residential uses on specific parcels. The commission will also consider ordering demolition and lot clearing at 405 South 18th Street. Owners and applicants will have an opportunity to be heard.

• Zoning change from R‑2 to I‑1 for a 4‑acre parcel (PID 124285) – applicant: Randall Scott, B and B Water Supply Corp.
• Zoning change from R‑3 to MF‑2 for 2.78‑acre parcel at 520 South 34th Street (PID 51165) – applicant: Felipe and Julie Arteaga, HT Construction
• Zoning change from R‑4 to 2F for 0.244‑acre parcel (PID 31026) – owner: El Paso Group LLC; applicant: Enrique Bernal Jr.
• Zoning change from R‑4 to 2F for 0.244‑acre parcel (PID 31026) – owner: El Paso Group LLC; applicant: Enrique Bernal Jr.
• Order demolition and lot clearing at 405 South 18th Street (PID‑31314, 0.10 acres) – applicant: City of Corsicana

Landmark Commission

The Corsicana Landmark Commission will first consider approving minutes from prior meetings. It will then review four applications for Certificates of Appropriateness: repainting 314 and 316 N. Beaton Street, installing a mural at 101 S. Beaton, and new commercial development at 401 N. Main. The commission will discuss each request before any vote.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for repainting the exterior of 314 and 316 N. Beaton Street (applicant Samantha Zamarron)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for painting 318 N. Beaton Street, reconstructing the awning to a square matte‑black design, and adding storefront signage (applicant Samantha Zamarron)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for installing a mural at 101 S. Beaton (applicant Amy Tidwell)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new commercial development at 401 N. Main (applicant George Baum)

City Council

The City Council will approve the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes and consider several resolutions. Resolutions include authorizing the City Manager to execute an interlocal 9‑1‑1 agreement, a construction‑manager‑at‑risk contract for the Animal Services Center, a medical‑director services agreement for the Fire Department, award of water and wastewater chemical bids for FY 2026, and a water‑supply contract with Emhouse Water System. All items are presented for council vote.

• Resolution 4577: Authorize City Manager to execute Interlocal Agreement with North Central Texas Emergency Communications District for 9‑1‑1 service (Oct 1 2025 – Sep 30 2027).
• Resolution 4578: Authorize City Manager to execute a Construction Manager at Risk contract for the new Animal Services Center.
• Resolution 4579: Authorize Medical Director Services Agreement with Dr. Bryan Everitt, M.D. for the Corsicana Fire Department.
• Resolution 4580: Award water/wastewater chemical bids for FY 2026 to PVS DX Inc., Univar Solutions, Brenntag Southwest, and Chameleon Industries with listed prices (e.g., Sulfur Dioxide $2,127/ton, approx. $63,810 annual).
• Resolution 4581: Authorize City Manager to execute Water Supply Contract between City of Corsicana and Emhouse Water System.

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will meet to review a public art proposal for a mural. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Public art mural proposal by Amy Tidwell and Carly Haynie

City Council

The City Council will discuss several service agreements, including 9-1-1 services and medical director services for the Fire Department. The body will also consider awarding a bid for water/wastewater chemicals and executing water supply contracts.

• Contract for a Construction Manager at Risk for the Animal Services Center
• Interlocal Agreement with North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1)
• Medical Director Services Agreement with Dr. Bryan Everitt, M.D.
• Water Supply Contracts with Emhouse Water System-City of Emhouse and Post Oak Special Utility District
• Bid award for Water/Wastewater Chemicals for Fiscal Year 2026

Main Street Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss upcoming downtown events and provide updates on several ongoing projects. The agenda includes reviews of the Downtown Newsletter and the Taste of Corsicana event.

• September 21st Sunday Stroll in Downtown Corsicana
• September 23rd Senior Citizen Bingo at The Plaza
• Taste of Corsicana event committee update
• Sandwich Board Program update
• HPO/Landmark updates

Landmark Commission

The Landmark Commission will consider approving the minutes from prior meetings. It will review two applications for Certificates of Appropriateness: one for 209 S Main to remove hardi cement and corrugated siding and install matching plaster and stucco, and another for 311 N Main to enclose the front awning. The commission will also receive an HPO report and address any other items.

• Approve minutes from previous Landmark Commission meetings
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 209 S Main – removal of hardi cement and corrugated siding, install new plaster and stucco
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 311 N Main – close in front awning
• HPO (Historic Preservation Office) report

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss changes to the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026. This is a work session focused on budget adjustments and miscellaneous questions.

• Discussion of changes to the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026

Corsicana Visitors Bureau Board

The Corsicana Visitors Bureau Board will review financial and grant spending reports for 2025. The board is scheduled to vote on a grant request for the Heritage Bowl. Members will also receive updates on city branding and short-term rentals.

• Vote on $25,000 grant for Heritage Bowl
• City Branding update
• Short-term rental (STR) update
• 2025 Financial and Grant Spending reports
• Local hotel occupancy update

Planning & Zoning

The Corsicana Planning & Zoning Commission posted a notice for a public hearing on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The hearing will consider removal of a property from the city’s Extra Territorial Jurisdiction. No decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded in these minutes.