Denison public meetings in 2022
19 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a $39.5 million guaranteed maximum price for the Lake Texoma Raw Water Pump Station and a $10.8 million sewer line contract. The consent agenda includes appointments to boards and commissions, a fire services agreement, and a wireless tower lease. A public hearing is scheduled on an unsafe structure at 1404 W. Morgan.
- Amend construction contract for Lake Texoma Raw Water Pump Station to $39,534,728 with Archer Western Construction LLC
- Enter $10,829,280 contract with SYB Construction for Waterloo Lake Sewer Line Improvements Phase 1
- Purchase three sanitation trucks for $814,015 from East Texas Mack
- Approve $1.2M contract with Piazza Construction for Designing Downtown Denison Phase Two
- Public hearing on unsafe structure at 1404 W. Morgan
The City Council approved several major infrastructure projects, including a raw water pump station and sewer line improvements. They also authorized the purchase of new sanitation trucks and committed $1 million in matching funds for a TxDOT highway project.
- Approved $39,534,728 contract with Archer Western Construction LLC for Lake Texoma Raw Water Pump Station (Unanimous)
- Approved $10,829,280 contract with SYB Construction Company Inc. for Waterloo Lake Sewer Line Improvements — Phase 1 (Unanimous)
- Approved $814,015 purchase of three sanitation trucks from East Texas Mack (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,000,000 minimum matching funds contribution to TxDOT for Highway 75 Project (Unanimous)
- Ordered demolition of unsafe structure at 1404 W. Morgan (Unanimous)
- Approved 3% salary increase for Municipal Court Presiding Judge effective Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 4118 for fire protection services and updated emergency management and utility fee ordinances (Unanimous)
- Approved various board and commission appointments and reappointments (Unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning requests, including a major 95-acre planned development for a residential subdivision at Texoma Parkway and TX-503 Spur E, which also involves annexing 61.7 acres. The council will also consider fee increases for preliminary plat applications, budget amendments, and appointments to the Cemetery Advisory Board.
- Rezone 0.159 acres at 2101 W. Highway 691 from single-family to commercial zoning
- Rezone 0.298 acres at 604-608 W. Florence Street from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 residential
- Rezone and annex 95.147 acres at Texoma Parkway and TX-503 Spur E for a residential subdivision (Case 2022-102PD)
- Increase preliminary plat fees from $350+$5/lot to $700+$10/lot
- Approve FY2023 budget amendments for Public Works department position reassignments
City Council approved the annexation of 61.707 acres and rezoned a combined 95.147 acres to a Planned Development District for a residential subdivision. The council also approved several other zoning changes and budget amendments for the General and Utility funds.
- Approved annexation of ±61.707 acres and rezoning of ±95.147 acres to Planned Development District (unanimous)
- Rezoned 2101 W. Highway 691 from Single Family Residential to Commercial (unanimous)
- Rezoned 604-608 W. Florence Street from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 Single Family Residential (unanimous)
- Approved FY2022 year-end budget amendments and appropriation of funds to FY2023 (unanimous)
- Approved budget-neutral reassignments of positions within Public Works for FY2023 (unanimous)
- Increased Planning and Zoning Preliminary Plat fees from $350 + $5/lot to $700 + $10/lot (unanimous)
- Authorized City Attorney to pursue abatement or litigation for 2824 W. Crawford Street (unanimous)
- Appointed five new members to the Cemetery Advisory Board (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will consider several major consent agenda items, including a $596,690 engineering contract for Phase 2 of the Designing Downtown Denison Project and a $235,200 design services agreement for the same project. The council will also vote on annexing 61.7 acres near Texoma Parkway and TX-503 Spur E, and hold public hearings on abandoning right-of-way in Eisenhower Birthplace and amending park facility requirements for subdivisions.
- Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for $596,690 for Phase 2 of Designing Downtown Denison Project
- Annexation of 61.707 acres in southwest corner of Texoma Parkway and TX-503 Spur E
- Design Consultant Services Agreement with Chris Lambka & Associates for $235,200 for Designing Downtown Denison Phase 2
- Public hearing on ordinance to abandon street and alley sections of Lamar Avenue, W. Shepherd Street and W. Day Street in Eisenhower Birthplace
- Contract Amendment No. 1 with Birkhoff, Hendricks, & Carter for $78,600 for design of new Grayson College Elevated Storage Tank
The City Council approved the annexation of approximately 61.7 acres and updated several zoning ordinances, including manufactured home and multifamily residential standards. The council also lowered the threshold for park dedication fees and authorized the addition of one firefighter position.
- Approved annexation of +61.707 acres at Texoma Parkway and TX-503 Spur E (Unanimous)
- Approved abandonment of 0.356 acres of right-of-way for Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site (Unanimous)
- Reduced dwelling unit threshold for park dedication fees from 50 to 25 (Unanimous)
- Approved zoning amendments for multifamily, manufactured home, and planned development districts (Unanimous)
- Approved adding one firefighter position to the Fire Department (Unanimous)
- Approved $235,200 agreement with Chris Lambka & Associates for Designing Downtown Denison Phase 2 (Unanimous)
- Approved $96,690 agreement with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for Designing Downtown Denison Phase 2 (Unanimous)
- Approved $78,600 contract amendment for Grayson College Elevated Storage Tank design (Unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will consider awarding a $9.9 million contract for Loy Lake road reconstruction, a $2.3 million generator installation contract, and a $1.1 million water treatment plant rehabilitation. They will also hold public hearings on a condemned property at 717 W. Day and a conditional use permit for an auto repair shop on S. Hwy. 75.
- $9,903,992.50 contract with DD M Construction Corp. for Loy Lake road reconstruction from US-75 service road to north of Odell Avenue
- $2,298,855.00 contract with Taknek, LLC. for generator installation and electrical improvements
- $1,098,675.00 contract with Archer Western Construction for Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant clarifier rehabilitation
- Public hearing on unsafe structure at 717 W. Day, possible demolition order
- Public hearing on conditional use permit for auto repair (major) at 1315 S. Hwy. 75
City Council
The City Council will discuss several ordinances including revised water and sewer rates. The agenda also includes a major construction contract for street improvements and zoning changes for a large property development.
- Paving, water, and wastewater improvements for 7th Avenue, East Hull Street, East Murray Street, West Johnson Street, and East Bullock Street for $4,742,192.66
- Ordinance to amend Planned Development Overlay District standards for approximately 163 acres at US Highway 75 and SH 91
- Ordinance establishing revised rates and charges for water and sewer services
- Ordinance amending off-street stacking requirements for drive-through facilities
- Ordinance adopting 2022 Standard Construction Details
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances including animal code updates, fire department classifications, and a new fee schedule. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding zoning ordinance amendments and discussion of an unsafe structure.
- Professional Services Agreement with Huitt-Zollars Inc. for $249,000 for a Conceptual Stormwater Master Plan
- Master Lease Agreement with Dell Financial Services, L.L.C. for employee workstation upgrades
- Public hearing for zoning ordinance amendments (Case No. 2022-096ZO)
- Ordinance to adopt a Comprehensive Fee Schedule for FY2023
- Discussion regarding the unsafe condition of a structure at 101 W. Monterey
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the fiscal year 2023 budget and set the 2022 ad valorem tax rate. The body will also consider several service contracts, pay plans for city employees, and revised water and sewer rates.
- Adoption of the FY2023 budget and 2022 tax rate of $0.652034 per $100 valuation
- 5-year curbside recycling contract with Republic Services for $587,520 annually
- Digital marketing agreement with Madden Media for $58,240.21
- D3 Phase 1 contract change order with Piazza Construction for $305,899.33
- Ordinance to establish a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a property rezoning near W. Crawford Street and a purchase of a new fire engine. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding unsafe structures at 101 W. Monterey and 830 W. Shepherd.
- Rezoning of 9.7 acres from Local Retail to Multi-Family Residential near W. Crawford Street
- Purchase of a new Spartan Fire Engine from Metro Fire
- Public hearing regarding unsafe structures at 101 W. Monterey
- Public hearing regarding unsafe structures at 830 W. Shepherd
- Resolution for tax revenue increase and downtown improvement funding
City Council
The City Council will discuss the FY2023 budget, a drought contingency plan, and several land-use permits. The meeting includes public hearings on annexing 60.03 acres and rezoning approximately 95 acres near Texoma Parkway and TX-503 Spur E.
- Annexation of 60.03 acres and rezoning of 35.1+ acres to Single-Family 5
- Service Agreement of $114,975.00 with IRE Crown Rinks, LLC for 'Denison on Ice'
- Loan documents with Clayton Holdings, LLC for $335,726 for police and asphalt vehicles
- Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. not to exceed $49,680
- Conditional Use Permits for an aggregate sales yard at 2827 Ray Drive and a used auto dealer at 1900 S. Austin Ave.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on four zoning changes and a conditional use permit for an aggregate sales yard. The body will also receive a presentation on a comprehensive water and wastewater rate study.
- Conditional Use Permit for an Aggregate Sales Yard at 2827 Ray Drive
- Rezone 1101 W. Crawford Street from Local Retail to SF-7.5 Single Family Residential
- Rezone 2300 Texoma Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial
- Rezone W. Crawford Street and South Cathey Drive from Local Retail to MF-1 Multi-Family Residential
- Willdan Comprehensive Water and Wastewater Rate Study presentation
City Council
The City Council will discuss several engineering and remediation contracts for water treatment and pump stations. The body is also holding public hearings on two residential rezoning requests and considering the recognition of a firefighters' union.
- Contract with Plummer Associates Inc. for Lake Texoma Pump Station services not to exceed $398,125
- Contract with Plummer Associates Inc. for Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant Clarifier No. 1 for $79,100
- Contract with Plummer Associates Inc. for NTRA Waste Water Treatment Plant evaluation for $75,846
- Contract with Sunbelt Industrial Services for $100,421.25 for waste water spill remediation
- Rezoning of 0.73 acres at Washington Street and N. Lamar Avenue to SF-5 Single Family Residential
City Council
The City Council will declare the results of the May 7, 2022, general election for Single Member District 4, Place 4, and Place 6, At Large. The body will also administer oaths of office to the newly elected officials.
- Canvassing of general election results for Council Members Place 4 and Place 6
- Contract with Archer Western Construction LLC for $403,380 for Lake Texoma Pump Station geotechnical investigations
- Tax Abatement Agreement with Ruiz Food Products at 2410 Texoma Drive
- Renaming of Randell Water Treatment Plant to Dean R. Rylant Water Treatment Plant
- Agreement for Medical Director for Denison Fire Rescue with Gregory Keelen, D.O.
City Council
The City Council will consider a tax abatement agreement for Ruiz Food Products at 2410 Texoma Drive. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding unsafe structures at 526 and 528 E. US HWY 69 and updates on the FY2023 budget schedule.
- Tax Abatement Agreement with Ruiz Food Products at 2410 Texoma Drive
- Public hearing regarding unsafe structure at 526 E. US HWY 69
- Public hearing regarding unsafe structure at 528 E. US HWY 69
- Adoption of Downtown Denison Sidewalk Usage Design Guidelines
- Ordinance amending Chapter 21 regarding public sidewalk use
City Council
The City Council will consider several loan agreements for refuse trucks, police vehicles, and an asphalt truck. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding zoning amendments and unsafe structures at specific addresses.
- $702,522 loan for two refuse trucks and a bucket truck via Clayton Holdings, LLC
- $335,726 loan for two police vehicles and one asphalt truck via Truist Financial Corporation
- Public hearing regarding unsafe structures at 601 W. Elm, 526 E. US HWY 69, and 528 E. US HWY 69
- Zoning ordinance amendment (Case No. 2022-036ZO)
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program application for COVID-19 pandemic
City Council
The City Council will discuss and take action on several items, including a loan for emergency vehicles and a conditional use permit for a bar. The body will also consider updates to the city's comprehensive plan and fee schedule for meters.
- Loan documents with U.S. Bancorp Government Leasing and Finance, Inc. for three ambulance units and equipment totaling $975,000
- Conditional Use Permit for a bar at Champagne Charlie’s Cocktail House, 120 S. Burnett Ave.
- Amending the 2018 Comprehensive Plan to include the City of Denison Parks and Trails Master Plan
- Ordinance amending the comprehensive fee schedule for meter costs
- Grant application for the FEMA Fiscal Year 2022 RAISE Grant Program
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects including water treatment upgrades and pump station construction. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a commercial-industrial tax abatement zone and specific agreements for Ruiz Food Products, Inc.
- Agreement with Plummer Associates for water model updates: $58,365
- Ordinance designating Denison Commercial-Industrial Tax Abatement Reinvestment Zone No. 22-001
- Tax Abatement Agreement with Ruiz Food Products, Inc. at 2410 Texoma Drive
- Agreement with Plummer Associates for Randell Water Treatment Plant expansion: $2,431,937
- Contract with Archer Western Construction, LLC for Lake Texoma Pump Station services
City Council
The City Council will discuss adopting guidelines for tax abatements under Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code. The body is also considering a tax abatement agreement for Ruiz Food Products and the purchase of water plant equipment.
- Purchase of two Variable Frequency Drives for Randell Water Plant from Texas AirSystems, LLC for $160,790.66
- Tax Abatement Agreement with Ruiz Food Products for approximately 48.456 acres at 2410 Texoma Drive
- Resolution for the Mayor to execute settlement forms for the Global Opioid Settlement
- Appointment of Mike Zapata as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals
- Resolution to participate in tax abatement under Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding police and fire department classifications. The agenda also includes public hearings for two property rezoning cases and discussions on water plant equipment and engineering services.
- Zoning change for 21.55 acres north of Ridge Dr. to Planned Development
- Zoning change for 0.3444 acres at N. Chandler Ave. and W. Elm St. to Single Family Residential
- Purchase of three generators for $368,500 for water facilities
- Engineering and design services agreement with Plummer Associates for $985,983
- Ordinances to reclassify Police Department and Fire Department positions
City Council
The City Council will discuss the purchase of several city vehicles and the calling of a joint General Election for May 7, 2022. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the annexation of land on FM 131 and several rezoning requests.
- Purchase of two refuse trucks and a bucket truck for $702,522.00
- Purchase of two police vehicles and one asphalt truck for $335,726.00
- Zoning change for 21.55 acres north of Ridge Dr. to Planned Development
- Zoning change for 0.1377 acres at 826 W. Crawford St. to Two-Family Residential
- Annexation of approximately 3.688-acre tract on FM 131