Denison public meetings in 2023

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee

The Denison Community Development Block Grant Steering Committee will meet to review and potentially approve the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), which details how CDBG funds were spent in the past year. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the June 2023 meeting and receive program updates. The CAPER shows the city spent $291,619 of its $305,847 allocation, including $40,355 on emergency home repairs for 34 households and $196,306 on Section 108 loan payments.

• Review and action on 2022 CAPER: $305,847 allocated, $291,619 expended
• 34 emergency home rehab projects completed with $40,355 in CDBG funds
• $196,306 spent on Section 108 Loan repayment (principal and interest)
• Code enforcement officers' salaries partially funded by CDBG
• Approval of June 12, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Denison City Council will vote on two property rezonings, including one for residential use at 2700 S. Fannin Avenue and one for commercial use near the railroad. The body will also approve a $109,500 contract for engineering services for the Designing Downtown Denison (D3) project and adopt a new ordinance regulating liquid waste operations. Additionally, the council will restate the Historic Preservation Ordinance and adopt design guidelines for the Historic Preservation District.

• Rezone 3.513-acre tract at 2700 S. Fannin Avenue from Local Retail to Single Family-5 (Case No. 2023-105Z)
• Rezone 3.213-acre tract from Single Family 7.5 to Commercial District (Case No. 2023-109Z)
• Approve $109,500 contract with Huitt-Zollars Inc. for D3 Project Phase 2 design services
• Adopt ordinance adding Article IX 'Liquid Waste' to Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances
• Repeal and restate Chapter 30 Historic Preservation Ordinance and adopt Design Guidelines

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss two rezoning requests and two replats. The body will also consider a preliminary plat for the Denison Foundation Park Addition.

• Rezone 2700 S. Fannin Avenue from Local Retail to Single Family-5 for residential use
• Rezone a 3.213-acre tract from Single Family 7.5 to Commercial for retail or commercial use
• Preliminary Plat for Denison Foundation Park Addition (Case No. 2023-112PP)
• Replat of Lot 1R, Block 7 of the 604 W. Morton Addition (Case No. 2023-108RP)
• Replat of Lot 1R, Block A of the Denison Plaza Phase One Addition (Case No. 2023-111RP)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a $1,791,742.55 contract with SYB Construction for emergency potable water pipeline replacement. The body will also approve resolutions to apply for Texas Water Development Board funding for wastewater collections and lead service line projects, and hold a public hearing on updated construction standards.

• Contract with SYB Construction Company, Inc. for emergency potable water pipeline replacement services for $1,791,742.55
• Resolution to apply for Texas Water Development Board assistance for Collections System Improvements (project total $28.2 million)
• Resolution to apply for Texas Water Development Board assistance for Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Program
• Public hearing on ordinance adopting updated Standard Construction Details and amending Chapter 22 Subdivision Regulations
• Award of design-build proposal for 321 W. Main Street to Piazza Construction for preconstruction services and design

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 7301 Driggs Drive from mixed Light Industrial, Commercial, and Local Retail to Light Industrial only. The consent agenda includes several contracts and purchases, such as a $360,387 sanitation truck and a $232,039 electrical services contract. The meeting also includes a veteran quilt presentation and an executive session for legal and real estate matters.

• Rezoning of 7301 Driggs Drive to Light Industrial (Case No. 2023-099Z)
• Purchase of front load sanitation truck for $360,387 from Vanguard Truck Centers
• Contract with H&H Electrical Contractors for $232,039 for electrical installation
• Lease purchase of two sewer vacuum trucks with annual payment of $188,632 from Kinloch Equipment
• Wholesale water contract with Thompson Heights Development Company

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a request to rezone approximately 2.5 acres at 7301 Driggs Drive. The proposal seeks to consolidate the property's current split zoning into a single Light Industrial (LI) designation to allow for light industrial uses.

• Public hearing for Case No. 2023-099Z: rezoning 7301 Driggs Drive to Light Industrial (LI) within the Highway Oriented and Corridor District Overlay (HO)

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee

The Denison CDBG Steering Committee will convene to approve minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting and receive a quarterly update on the Community Development Block Grant Program. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approve minutes from June 12, 2023 meeting
• Receive department update on CDBG Program

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a Conditional Use Permit for a drive-thru restaurant at 604 W. Morton Street. The applicant proposes a drive-thru-only restaurant named Hollywood Gardens featuring Gracie's Amazing Southern Cuisine, with a plan that extends into the adjacent lot to the west. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and set 2024 meeting dates.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (Case No. 2023-091CUP) for restaurant with drive-thru at 604 W. Morton Street
• Proposed drive-thru-only restaurant with hours 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Plan includes 5 employee parking spaces, 7-car stacking lane, and 14-foot emergency lane
• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting dates

City Council

The City Council will consider several wholesale water contracts and a contract for a water filtration pilot study. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding amendments to mobile food vendor definitions and zoning ordinances.

• Contract with WesTech Engineering for a water pilot study up to $80,615
• Wholesale water contracts with Munson Point HOA and Texas Water Utilities, L.P.
• Public hearing on mobile food vendor definitions and zoning amendments
• Ordinance to amend FY2024 water and sewer tap fees and meter costs
• Resolution for right-of-way agreements for the Northwest Denison Development utility project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amending zoning definitions to allow mobile food units in city parks. The Commission will also discuss a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 604 W. Morton Street, though staff recommends no action due to a need for re-noticing.

• Amendment to redefine 'Food Truck Park' as 'Mobile Food Unit Park'
• Proposed change to allow mobile food units in City-owned parks with a special events permit
• Conditional Use Permit request for a restaurant with drive-thru at 604 W. Morton Street
• Acceptance of resignation of regular member Susan Arthur

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 2, 2023, to consider consent agenda items including contracts, appointments, and an ordinance adopting the FY2024 fee schedule. A public hearing will be held on a rezoning request for 1701 W. Walker Street from Two-Family Duplex to Single-Family Residential. The council will also enter executive session to discuss legal, property, and personnel matters.

• Professional services contract with Teague Nall Perkins for Duck Creek Interceptor Phases 2 and 3, not to exceed $82,995
• Parking lot asphalt paving bid from Area Wide Paving, LLC for $112,065
• Ordinance adopting a Comprehensive Fee Schedule for FY2024
• Interlocal agreement with Grayson County for Fire and EMS services
• Rezoning of 1701 W. Walker Street from 2F to SF-5 (Case No. 2023-085Z)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone property at 1701 W. Walker Street from Two-Family Duplex (2F) to SF-5 Single-Family Residential. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the September 12, 2023 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1701 W. Walker Street (Lot 16, Block 7, Tone's 2nd Addition) from 2F to SF-5, Case No. 2023-085Z
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Denison City Council will consider a consent agenda including a new FY2024 fee schedule, a $63,240 digital marketing contract, and a wholesale water contract, plus public hearings on a rezoning and landscaping code changes. They will also vote on a 10-year Motorola radio lease and a strategic plan for the visitors bureau. The meeting includes an executive session for legal and property matters.

• Adopt FY2024 Comprehensive Fee Schedule
• Service Agreement with Madden Media for $63,240.32
• Rezone 114 W. Sears Street from Commercial to SF-5 Residential
• 10-year Lease Agreement with Motorola Solutions for radio system
• Repeal curfew ordinance for minors under 17

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request, a replat, and proposed landscaping ordinance amendments, and will consider consent agenda items including a site plan and preliminary plat. The meeting also includes discussion on changing commission meeting times.

• Rezone 114 W. Sears St. from Commercial (C) to SF-5 Single Family Residential (Case 2023-077Z)
• Replat of Lot 1R, Block 9, Jones Corner Addition (Case 2023-082RP)
• Amend landscaping requirements in Section 28.51 and Appendix C of Zoning Ordinance (Case 2023-087ZO)
• Reapprove site plan for medical office at 5128 Pool Road (Case 2023-084SP)
• Preliminary plat for Creekview Addition (Case 2023-090PP)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its consent agenda unanimously. It then unanimously recommended approval of the rezoning of 114 W. Sears Street from Commercial to the SF-5 single‑family residential district. The commission also unanimously approved a replat for Lot 1R, Block 9 of the Jones Corner Addition. A proposed amendment to the city’s landscaping requirements was presented, but no vote or decision was recorded.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning of 114 W. Sears St to SF-5 (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Lot 1R, Block 9, Jones Corner Addition (unanimous)
• Landscaping ordinance amendment presented; no vote recorded

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the FY2024 budget and a property tax rate of $0.652034 per $100 valuation, along with ratifying the tax increase. They will also consider several contracts, including a $5.77 million engineering agreement for the Northwest Denison Development utilities project and a $417,515 design contract for the airport wastewater plant. The consent agenda includes economic development agreements, a lead service line inventory, and a new water conservation plan.

• Adopt FY2024 budget and appropriate funds
• Set 2023 ad valorem tax rate at $0.652034 per $100 valuation on $2,578,839,778 assessment roll
• Approve $5,774,713 professional services agreement with Plummer Engineering for NWDD utilities project
• Approve $417,515 design contract for NTRA wastewater treatment plant with Plummer Engineering
• Approve $452,625 lead service line inventory with RJN Group Inc.

City Council unanimously adopted the fiscal year 2024 budget and approved the 2023 ad valorem tax rate. The council also ratified a property tax increase resulting from higher property values despite the rate remaining unchanged. Several utility and economic development agreements were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved FY2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 tax rate of $0.652034 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
• Ratified property tax increase reflected in FY2024 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Obie Greenleaf to Grayson Central Appraisal District Board
• Adopted new Water Conservation Plan (Ordinance No. 5307)
• Approved $417,515 agreement with Plummer Engineering for NTRA Wastewater Treatment Plant design
• Approved agreement with RJN Group Inc. for Lead Service Line Inventory not to exceed $452,625
• Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement and land purchase for 3.21 acres south of FM 120 and West Morton Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two replats: one to split a lot in the Nail Addition to separate an existing home from a larger tract for future development, and another to replat lots in the Neva Lane Subdivision. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to landscaping requirements in the zoning ordinance. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Replat of Nail Addition, Lot 2R, creating Lot 2A-R and 2B-R (Case 2023-078RP)
• Replat of Lots 2R, 3R, 4R of Neva Lane Subdivision (Case 2023-069RP)
• Discussion on landscaping requirements in Section 28.51 of Zoning Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved two replats to divide properties for future sale and development. Members also held a work session to review proposed updates to the city's landscaping requirements for new developments.

• Approved Replat of the Nail Addition creating Lot 2A-R and 2B-R (Case No. 2023-078RP)
• Approved Replat of Lots 2R, 3R, and 4R of the Neva Lane Subdivision (Case No. 2023-069RP)
• Approved Minutes from the August 8, 2023, meeting

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 21, 2023, to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and individual action items. Key items include a $9.69 million change order for the Lake Texoma Raw Water Pump Station and Transmission Line, a $2.6 million change order for Waterloo Lake Sewer Line Improvements, and a resolution calling for a public hearing on a tax revenue increase. The council will also discuss the FY2024 budget and may enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Change Order No. 1 with Archer Western Construction for Lake Texoma Raw Water Pump Station and Transmission Line, amount not to exceed $9,686,008.36
• Change Order No. 1 with SYB Construction for Waterloo Lake Sewer Line Improvements – Phase 1, amount $2,599,027.20
• Ordinance to rezone southwest corner of Katy Memorial Expressway North and Randell Lake Road to Planned Development for warehouse/self-storage and commercial uses (Case 2023-060PD)
• Ordinance updating Stormwater sections of Public Works Design Manual and adopting new Drought Contingency Plan
• Resolution calling for public hearing to consider an increase in tax revenue

The City Council unanimously approved a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. and passed several consent agenda items, including a water contract and downtown design funding. The council also recognized Denison Fire Rescue for achieving an ISO Rating of 1.

• Approved Ordinance No. 5303 for negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. (Unanimous)
• Approved $105,520 Change Order No. 1 for Phase 2 of Designing Downtown Denison (D3) Project
• Approved Wholesale Water Contract with the City of Pottsboro
• Approved commercial lease with Ipenema Investments Ltd. for public parking lots on Main Street
• Approved $121,043 purchase of school flasher equipment upgrade package from Consolidated Traffic Controls
• Approved minutes from the August 7, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on rezoning an 8.585-acre property at the southwest corner of Katy Memorial Expressway North and Randell Lake Road to allow warehouse (mini)/self-storage and commercial uses. They will also consider a final plat for an eight-lot industrial park and a replat in England Estates. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Rezone 8.585 acres at Katy Memorial Expressway North and Randell Lake Road from Light Industrial and Highway Oriented Corridor to Planned Development for self-storage and commercial (Case 2023-060PD)
• Final plat for Lots 1-8, Block A, HR Industrial Park along FM 1417 (Case 2023-074FP)
• Replat of Lot 1, Block A, England Estates into Lots 1R and 2R (Case 2023-073RP)
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting

The Commission recommended approval of a rezoning request for a Planned Development to allow mini-warehouses and commercial uses. It also recommended approval of a final plat for the HR Industrial Park with specific street width conditions.

• Approved minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting
• Recommended approval of Final Plat for Lots 1-8, Block A of HR Industrial Park, conditioned on 60' right-of-way width for Minor Collectors
• Recommended approval of rezoning for southwest corner of Katy Memorial Expressway North and Randell Lake Road to Planned Development for self-storage and commercial uses
• Requested City Council consider lowering masonry requirements from 100% to 80% for the Randell Lake Road project

City Council

The Denison City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, leases, and agreements, including a $52,936 design contract for the Washington Heights extension, a $120,975 ice rink service agreement, and a $124,500 clarifier mechanism purchase. They will also hold a public hearing on the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and receive direction on the FY2024 budget. The meeting includes an executive session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Wholesale Water Contract with Oak Ridge South Gale Water Supply Corporation
• Professional services agreement with Garver LLC for Washington Heights extension design, $52,936
• Service agreement with IRE Crown Rinks for Denison on Ice, $120,975
• Purchase of clarifier mechanism for North Texas Regional Airport WWTP, $124,500
• Ordinance amending school zone speed limits, including removing Florence Street zone

The City Council unanimously approved the 2023 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant program. The council also passed a series of consent agenda items including infrastructure contracts, lease agreements, and school zone speed limit updates.

• Approved 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan for $278,871.00 in federal assistance (Unanimous)
• Approved $120,975.00 service agreement with IRE Crown Rinks, LLC for 'Denison on Ice' (Unanimous)
• Approved $124,500.00 purchase of clarifier mechanism for North Texas Regional Airport Wastewater Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved $89,350.00 agreement with Shearer Architecture & Associates for project at 321 W. Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $87,740.00 agreement with Huitt-Zollars Engineering for cemetery fence renovation (Unanimous)
• Approved $52,936.00 agreement with Garver LLC for Washington Heights extension design (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 4135 authorizing Fire Marshal's Office use of municipal jail (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5132 amending school zone speed limits and locations (Unanimous)

City Council

The Denison City Council will vote on a consent agenda including contracts for a backup generator, electrical work, street overlay, and engineering services, plus an ordinance creating a Fire Marshal office. They will also receive a report and direction on the FY2024 budget and discuss real property near US Hwy 75 and FM 84 in executive session.

• Purchase of portable backup generator for $182,475 from Generator Source, LLC
• Contract with H&H Electrical Contractors for $116,509 at Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant
• Streets overlay bid of $426,996 from Area Wide Paving, LLC
• Professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn for $350,000
• Ordinance creating the Office of Fire Marshal

City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda that included denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's application to increase distribution rates. The council also created the Office of Fire Marshal and approved several utility and infrastructure contracts.

• Denied Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's application to increase distribution rates (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5301 creating the Office of Fire Marshal (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5300 adding traffic control devices at enumerated intersections (Unanimous)
• Approved $182,475 purchase of a portable backup generator from Generator Source, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $116,509 contract with H&H Electrical Contractors, Inc. for Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved $426,996 streets overlay bid proposal from Area Wide Paving, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kathy Pryor to Main Street Advisory Board and updated Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a site plan for expanding Owens Auto Shop at 500 N. Austin Avenue, approve meeting minutes, and conduct a public hearing on a replat. The agenda also includes staff updates on items from the June 20 City Council meeting.

• Site Plan for Owens Auto Shop expansion at 500 N. Austin Avenue (Case No. 2023-056SP)
• Replat of Lots 1R & 2R, Block A, George McMenamy Addition (Case No. 2023-067RP)
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting
• Staff update on City Council items from June 20, 2023

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended the approval of a replat to divide one lot into two at Verna Lane and S. Lang Avenue. The commission also approved the June 13 meeting minutes and a site plan for Owens Auto Shop.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved site plan for Owens Auto Shop at 500 N. Austin Avenue (Case No. 2023-056SP)
• Unanimously recommended approval of Replat of Lots 1R & 2R, Block A of the George McMenamy Addition (Case No. 2023-067RP)

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a regular meeting to receive a report, discuss, and provide staff direction on the budget, strategic goals, capital improvements, and organizational priorities. The discussion covers a broad range of city services and departments, including Police, Fire, Parks, Streets, Utilities, and Economic Development. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of budget and strategic goals
• Capital improvements and organizational priorities
• Review of city departments including Police, Fire, Parks, Public Works, and Utilities

City Council received reports and discussed priorities for the FY2024 budget, including staffing needs and infrastructure projects. No formal votes or final budget approvals were made during this workshop; the budget is scheduled for adoption on September 5, 2023.

• Received report on FY2024 budget priorities and strategic goals
• Discussed D3 Project Phase 1 completion and Phase 2 timeline
• Reviewed FY2023 projected ending cash balances for General Fund ($7,081,545) and Utility Fund (-$1,014,018)
• Reviewed FY2024 total budget requests of $20,033,231
• Discussed proposed pay plan redesigns for Police, Fire, 9-1-1 Communications, Public Works, and General Government
• Reviewed Development Services accomplishments and FY2024 staffing/software needs

City Council

The Denison City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $177,975 water meter Advanced Metering Infrastructure purchase and a $1,190,011 reimbursement agreement for The Rosemary Development in TIRZ No. 5. A public hearing is scheduled on a proposed amendment to tree preservation regulations. The council will also canvass the June 10 runoff election results and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Approve $177,975 purchase of water meter Advanced Metering Infrastructure from HydroPro Solutions
• Approve $1,190,011 reimbursement agreement with JNPHM Development for The Rosemary Development in TIRZ No. 5
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Section 28.51.8 Tree Preservation and Incentives
• Canvass June 10 runoff election results for Council Member Place 5, At Large
• Appoint Mayor Pro Tem for one-year term

City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including a water meter package and a development reimbursement agreement. The council also held a public hearing regarding amendments to the city's tree preservation ordinance.

• Approved purchase of water meter Advanced Metering Infrastructure package from HydroPro Solutions for $177,975.00
• Approved Reimbursement Agreement for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 5 with JNPHM Development, LLC for The Rosemary Development not to exceed $1,190,011
• Approved appointment of Kristofor Spiegel to the Greater Texoma Utility Authority Board of Directors
• Approved appointment of Robert Sylvester, Jr. as an alternate member to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Approved minutes from the June 5, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on proposed amendments to Section 28.51.8 of the zoning ordinance, which governs tree preservation and incentives. The amendments, initiated by the city and developed with a consultant and Tree Committee, would lower the protected tree size from 18 to 10 caliper inches, require preservation of 15% of protected tree caliper inches on projects of 25 acres or more, eliminate a parking reduction credit, and add an appeals process. The item was tabled from the May 23 meeting to allow staff to review committee feedback.

• Amend Section 28.51.8 Tree Preservation and Incentives (Case No. 2023-053ZO)
• Reduce protected tree size from 18 to 10 caliper inches
• Require 15% preservation of protected tree caliper inches on projects 25+ acres
• Eliminate parking reduction credit for tree preservation
• Set mitigation fee at $150 per caliper inch for tree replacement

The Commission held a public hearing to discuss a City-initiated request to amend Section 28.51.8 regarding tree preservation and incentives. The meeting included a presentation by consultant John Webb and public testimony; however, the provided minutes end before a final vote or recommendation was recorded.

• Approved the May 23, 2023, meeting minutes

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee

The Denison CDBG Steering Committee will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on adopting the 2023 Annual Action Plan, which allocates $278,871 in federal funds for housing rehabilitation, code enforcement, loan repayment, and administration. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive a staff update on the CDBG program. The plan will be submitted to HUD in August.

• Public hearing and recommendation to adopt the 2023 Annual Action Plan
• Proposed budget: $33,465 for emergency rehabilitation, $189,776 for Section 108 loan repayment, $28,000 for code enforcement, $27,630 for administration
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting
• Staff update on CDBG program activities

City Council

The Denison City Council will consider a consent agenda with several contracts and purchases, including a $335,000 filter media purchase for the Rylant Water Treatment Plant, a $380,000 screw press for the Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant, and multiple professional services agreements for engineering and construction inspection. They will also vote on a resolution for utility relocation funding with TxDOT. The meeting includes an executive session for legal and real estate matters.

• $335,000 purchase of Leopold filter media and troughs from E12 for Rylant Water Treatment Plant
• $380,000 purchase of a Screw Press from Andritz Separation, Inc. for Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant
• $140,000 amendment with Halff Associates for construction inspection
• $150,000 design contract with Plummer Associates for Highway 84 waterline improvements
• Resolution authorizing Advanced Funding Agreement with TxDOT for utility relocation

City Council unanimously approved several infrastructure contracts for water treatment and waterline design. The council also authorized a funding agreement with TxDOT for utility relocation and added a firefighter position to the Fire Department.

• Approved adding a firefighter position to the Fire Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $335,000 purchase of Leopold filter media and troughs for Rylant Water Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved $380,000 purchase of a Screw Press for Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved $140,000 amendment with Halff Associates Inc. for Construction Inspection (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Plummer Associates Inc. up to $150,000 for Highway 84 waterline design (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Garver LLC up to $100,000 for Capital Improvement Projects inspection (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Garver, LLC up to $104,961 for Ike Hike trail extension and intersection improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 4133 for an advance funding agreement with TxDOT for utility relocation (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a proposed amendment to Section 28.51.8, which expands preservation and incentives for natural areas and trees. Staff recommends tabling the request to the June 13, 2023 meeting to review comments from the Tree Preservation Committee. The commission will also consider approving the May 9, 2023 minutes and receive an update on items from the May 15 City Council meeting.

• Public hearing on tree preservation ordinance amendment (Case No. 2023-053ZO)
• Staff recommends tabling the tree preservation request to June 13, 2023
• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2023 meeting
• Update on items from May 15, 2023 City Council meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting. A request to amend Section 28.51.8 regarding natural area and tree preservation was tabled to allow staff to review committee comments. Staff provided an update that City Council approved a rezoning request for 2103 W. Highway 691.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to Section 28.51.8 regarding tree preservation and natural area incentives (Unanimous)

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several items, including a development agreement for the Preston Harbor project, a rezoning request for a property on W. Highway 691, and the canvassing of the May 6 general election results. The council will also vote on consent agenda items such as a $59,500 professional services agreement with Plummer Inc. and a change order for the Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant project. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Preston Harbor 2023 Development Agreement with Waterfall Development Partners, LP
• Rezoning of 2103 W. Highway 691 from Local Retail (LR) to Commercial (C)
• Canvass of May 6, 2023 general election results and possible run-off for Place 5
• Professional Services Agreement with Plummer Inc. for $59,500 (FY2024 pretreatment program)
• Change order for Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant Headworks project with Archer Western Construction

The City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including several service agreements and a wastewater plant change order. The council also took action to approve the Preston Harbor 2023 Development Agreement with Waterfall Development Partners, LP, Preston Harbour, L.P., and Preston Harbor Homeplace, L.P.

• Approved Preston Harbor 2023 Development Agreement
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Master Relationship Agreement with Change Healthcare Technology for Texas Ambulance Service Supplemental Payment Program
• Approved $59,500 Professional Services Agreement with Plummer Inc. for FY2024 pretreatment program assistance
• Approved change order and additional funding for Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements with Archer Western Construction, LLC

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone property at 2103 W. Highway 691 from Local Retail (LR) to Commercial (C) for commercial use. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a preliminary plat for a 155-lot subdivision, and two site plans. Staff will also update the commission on items considered by the City Council on May 1, 2023.

• Public hearing on rezoning 2103 W. Highway 691 (Case No. 2023-036Z) from LR to C
• Preliminary Plat for The Courtyards at Katy Trail: 155-lot subdivision on 69.645 acres (Case No. 2023-028PP)
• Site Plan for Lots 1R-1 & 1R-2, Block 1, Gateway Addition, Phase 6 (Case No. 2023-042SP)
• Site Plan for Clear Water Carwash at 3112 Regency Lane (Case No. 2023-046SP)
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2023 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several site plans and a preliminary plat via a consent agenda. The commission also recommended approval for a rezoning request to allow commercial use at 2103 W. Highway 691. Staff reported that City Council denied a separate right-of-way abandonment request on May 1.

• Approved Minutes from April 25, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for The Courtyards at Katy Trail (Case No. 2023-028PP) (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Lot 1R-1 & Lot 1R-2, Block 1 of the Gateway Addition, Phase 6 (Case No. 2023-042SP) (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Clear Water Carwash at 3112 Regency Lane (Case No. 2023-046SP) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval to rezone 2103 W. Highway 691 from Local Retail (LR) to Commercial (C) for a pawn shop (Case No. 2023-036Z)

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a $126,896 subrecipient agreement with Texoma Family Shelter for CDBG-CV funds, a resolution supporting a TxDOT grant for Katy Trail Phase 2, and an ordinance updating industrial sewer discharge limits. They will also consider a right-of-way abandonment on Memorial Drive, adopt a Brick Streets Preservation Policy, and increase the street repair budget by $150,000. The agenda includes proclamations, public comments, and an executive session for legal and real estate matters.

• Subrecipient Agreement with Texoma Family Shelter for $126,896 in CDBG-CV funds
• Resolution supporting TxDOT Transportation Alternatives grant for Katy Trail Phase 2
• Ordinance amending sewer discharge limits for significant industrial users
• Right-of-way abandonment for 70 feet of Memorial Drive (Case No. 2023-034ROW)
• Budget increase for Street – 2023 Program from $300,000 to $450,000

City Council approved a resolution to apply for a Texas Department of Transportation grant to fund Phase 2 of the Katy Trail Project. The proposed 1.25-mile extension from Loy Lake to Spur 503 is estimated to cost over $3.9 million, with no cost to the city if federal transportation development credits are used.

• Approved resolution in support of TxDOT grant application for Katy Trail Phase 2
• Approved $126,896 Subrecipient Agreement with Texoma Family Shelter for CDBG-CV funds
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2023, City Council meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission recommended approval for the abandonment of 1.613 acres of public right-of-way on Memorial Drive to facilitate a multi-family development. They also recommended approval for a replat of lots in the Gateway Addition to allow for medical offices.

• Recommended approval of Right-of-Way Abandonment for Memorial Drive (Case No. 2023-034ROW) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Replat of Lots 1R-1 & 1R-2, Block 1 Gateway Addition, Phase 6 (Case No. 2023-041RP) (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The Denison City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $495,000 purchase of a replacement clarifier mechanism for the Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant, a resolution adopting the Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan, rejecting a sole bid for property near FM 120 and West Morton Street, and a right-of-way encroachment agreement with Oncor. Public hearings will consider adopting the NCTCOG stormwater program and two conditional use permits for bars at 101 E. Main Street. The council will also review the 2021-2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and may enter executive session to discuss property, legal, and personnel matters.

• $495,000 purchase from Evoqua Water Technologies for Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant clarifier
• Resolution adopting Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan
• Rejecting sole bid from Vaquero Wilmeth Partners on 3.21 acres near FM 120 and West Morton Street
• Public hearings for two bar conditional use permits at 101 E. Main Street, Suites 135 and 100
• Public hearing on adopting NCTCOG integrated Stormwater Management Program

City Council adopted the NCTCOG integrated Stormwater Management Program to replace the 2017 manual. A Conditional Use Permit was granted for the Green Growler Sports Bar, Tap House and Grill. The council also approved a wastewater treatment plant master plan and equipment purchase.

• Approved Ordinance No. 5289 adopting the integrated Stormwater Management (iSWM) Program (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5290 granting a Conditional Use Permit for a bar at 101 E. Main Street, Suite 135 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 4130 adopting the Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan
• Approved $495,000 purchase of a replacement primary clarifier mechanism for Paw Paw Wastewater Treatment Plant from Evoqua Water Technologies
• Approved Ordinance No. 5288 amending Chapter 25, Section 136.1 to add traffic control devices
• Approved right-of-way encroachment agreement with Oncor for Pebble Drive
• Rejected sole bid from Vaquero Wilmeth Partners, L.P. for 3.21 acres south of FM 120 and West Morton Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits for bars at 101 E. Main Street, review a site plan for a medical office at the Gateway Addition, and consider a replat of the same addition. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive staff updates on City Council actions.

• Conditional Use Permit for bar at 101 E. Main Street, Suite 135 (Case 2023-039CUP)
• Conditional Use Permit for bar at 101 E. Main Street, Suite 100 (Case 2023-040CUP)
• Site Plan for medical office at Lot 3R, Block 1, Gateway Addition Phase 6 (Case 2023-012SP)
• Replat of Lots 2R and 3R, Block 1, Gateway Addition Phase 6 (Case 2023-031RP)
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for two Conditional Use Permits to allow bars at 101 E. Main Street. The commission also recommended approval for a replat of lots in the Gateway Addition Phase 6 to establish fire lanes and utility easements.

• Approved March 28, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Lot 3R, Block 1 of the Gateway Addition, Phase 6 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for bar at 101 E. Main Street, Suite 135 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for bar at 101 E. Main Street, Suite 100 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Replat of Lots 2R and 3R, Block 1 of the Gateway Addition Phase 6 (unanimous)

City Council

City Council approved an ordinance establishing maximum allowable impact fees for water, wastewater, and roadways, though they will initially assess only 50% of that maximum. The Council also adopted an updated 2023 Comprehensive Plan to guide future housing and growth. Additionally, a $5.8M contract for the Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant expansion was approved.

• Approved Ordinance No. 5286 adopting maximum allowable impact fees and assessing 50% of that maximum (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5287 adopting the amended 2023 Comprehensive Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,868,800 agreement with Plummer and Associates for Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved $900,000 budget increase for Denison Development Alliance for water line installation along highway 84/75 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 4129 adopting the Dean Rylant Water Treatment Plant Master Plan
• Approved $1,302,286 agreement with Plummer Inc. for northwest service area utility route study and design
• Approved $256,750 agreement with Teague Nall Perkins for right-of-way services
• Approved $130,000 agreement with Helvey-Wagner Surveying, Inc. for survey services

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a replat of industrial property and a city-initiated amendment to the 2018 Comprehensive Plan. The replat would create two lots for sale, while the plan amendment updates demographics and housing policies. The commission will also approve minutes and receive staff updates.

• Replat of Lot 1-R, Block A and Lot 1-R, Block B, Denison Industrial Park East Addition, Section Four (Case 2023-025RP)
• Amendments to 2018 Comprehensive Plan: updated demographics, population projections, housing policies (Case 2023-019CP)
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting
• Staff update on items from March 20, 2023 City Council meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission met on March 28, 2023. The only substantive action taken was the unanimous approval of the minutes from the March 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approved March 14, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a $700,000 contract for water main replacement design, a rezoning request, a conditional use permit for a boat business, and updates to construction standards. They will also consider issuing certificates of obligation and adopting new fees for encroachment agreements.

• Approve $700,000 agreement with KCI Technologies for Perrin Estates Water Main Replacement design
• Public hearing on rezoning Lot 15, Block 5, Highland View Addition from Local Retail to SF-5 Single Family Residential
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for boat sales/rental/repair at 301 N. Houston
• Ordinance to issue Combination Tax and Limited Surplus Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023
• Ordinance amending FY2023 Comprehensive Fee Schedule for encroachment agreement licenses

City Council authorized the issuance of certificates of obligation to fund water and sewer projects. The council also approved several ordinances updating public works design standards, zoning changes, and new fees for right-of-way encroachments.

• Approved $39,520,000 in Combination Tax and Limited Surplus Revenue Certificates of Obligation (Unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 agreement with KCI Technologies for Perrin Estates Water Main Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5279 extending public improvement warranty from one to two years (Unanimous)
• Adopted new Public Works Design Manual via Ordinance No. 5280 (Unanimous)
• Approved updated 2023 Standard Construction Details via Ordinance No. 5281 (Unanimous)
• Rezoned Lot 15, Block 5 of Highland View Addition from Local Retail to SF-5 Single Family Residential (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for boat sales/rental/repair at 301 N. Houston with landscaping and parking conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved conveying 28.412 acres of I. Stroud Survey Abstract No. 1153 to Denison Development Alliance (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a conditional use permit for a marine repair shop at 301 N. Houston, a rezone of a Highland View lot from Local Retail to SF-5 residential, and a final plat for Madrid Crossings Estate. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and the final plat. Staff updates will cover items from the March 6 City Council meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for marine repair shop at 301 N. Houston (0.52 acres, Case 2022-027CUP)
• Rezone Lot 15, Block 5, Highland View Addition from Local Retail to SF-5 (0.1607 acres, Case 2023-026Z)
• Final Plat for Lots 1-8, Block A, Madrid Crossings Estate (Case 2023-020FP)
• Approve minutes from February 28, 2023 meeting
• Staff update on City Council actions from March 6, 2023

The Commission recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a marine repair shop and a rezoning request for residential development. It also approved the February 28 meeting minutes and a final plat for Madrid Crossings Estate.

• Approved February 28, 2028, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Lots 1-8, Block A of Madrid Crossings Estate (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for marine repair shop at 301 N. Houston Avenue with sod and parking conditions (4-1)
• Recommended approval to rezone Lot 15, Block 5 of Highland View Addition from Local Retail to SF-5 Single Family Residential

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee

The Denison CDBG Steering Committee will consider establishing a limit on home appraisal values to qualify for repair and rehabilitation assistance, a proposal tabled from December 2022. They will also review meeting minutes and receive a quarterly program update. The agenda includes public comments and routine administrative items.

• Discussion and recommendation on establishing a home appraisal value limit for CDBG repair assistance
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff update on CDBG program, including 2022 plan year and COVID funding status
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning about 1 acre at 2030 Texoma Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial, and will consider amending the Denison Development Alliance FY2023 budget to add infrastructure line items. The consent agenda includes board appointments and a master services agreement with Plummer Associates Inc. for engineering services. The council will also receive updates on engineering, downtown sidewalk ordinance, Ike Hike, and historic preservation ordinance.

• Public hearing: Rezone 1.006 acres at 2030 Texoma Drive from Commercial (C) to Light Industrial (LI), Case No. 2022-116Z
• Approve Master Services Agreement with Plummer Associates Inc. for engineering and inspections services
• Amend Denison Development Alliance FY2023 Budget to add line items for Property Sales Income, Foundation Business Park, Sewer Line Installation, and Industrial Access Street
• Appoint Zac Duce to Conventions and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board and TIRZ No. 3 Board
• Reappoint members to TIRZ No. 4 and No. 5 Boards, with Janet Gott as Chair

City Council approved rezoning 1.006 acres at 2030 Texoma Drive to Light Industrial for warehouse use. The Council also amended the Denison Development Alliance FY2023 budget to include property sales income and infrastructure expenses. Additionally, the City Attorney was authorized to intervene in two legal causes regarding W. Crawford and S. Austin Avenue.

• Approved rezoning 2030 Texoma Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial (Unanimous)
• Approved Denison Development Alliance FY2023 budget amendments for property sales income and infrastructure (Unanimous)
• Approved City Attorney intervention in Cause No. CV-23-0267 and CV-23-0268 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Zac Duce to Conventions and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Zac Duce to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Board (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointments and Chair appointment for TIRZ No. 4 Board (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointments and Chair appointment for TIRZ No. 5 Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Plummer Associates Inc. for engineering and inspections (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a rezoning request for 2030 Texoma Drive, two replats, and other agenda items. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve prior minutes and staff updates on items before City Council.

• Rezone 1.006 acres at 2030 Texoma Drive from Commercial (C) to Light Industrial (LI), Case No. 2022-116Z
• Replat of Lots 1R-6R, Block A, Longhorn Industrial Park Addition, Case No. 2023-014RP
• Replat of Lot 4, Block 1, Munson Point Phase Two-A Addition, Case No. 2021-93RP
• Approve minutes from February 14, 2023 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval for one rezoning request and two replats. Staff also reported that all zoning cases presented to the City Council on February 21 were approved.

• Recommended approval to rezone 2030 Texoma Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Replat of Lots 1R thru 6R, Block A in Longhorn Industrial Park Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Replat of Lot 4, Block 1 of the Munson Point, Phase Two -A Addition (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the February 14, 2023, meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Denison City Council is holding a special called meeting to receive a mid-year report and discuss the FY2023 budget, strategic goals, capital improvements, and organizational priorities. The discussion covers multiple departments including Police, Fire, Parks, Public Works, Streets, Utilities, and others. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion-only item.

• Mid-year FY2023 budget report and discussion
• Strategic goals and objectives review
• Capital improvements discussion
• Department priorities across Police, Fire, Parks, Public Works, Streets, Water and Sewer Utilities, and more

City Council received a mid-year report on the FY2023 budget, strategic goals, and departmental priorities. The meeting consisted of informational presentations from city staff regarding growth, infrastructure, and public safety. No formal actions were taken.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was for informational presentations only

City Council

Council adopted a 10-year Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan to prepare for potential impact fees. The body also approved several rezoning requests to convert commercial and retail lots to single-family residential use and authorized sewer improvement agreements.

• Approved Ordinance No. 5264 adopting Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plans (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 116 E. Harrison from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 8 properties on E. Texas Street from Local Retail to SF-5 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 423 W. Monterey from Two-Family to SF-5 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 805 W. Munson from Commercial to SF-5 (unanimous)
• Approved amending Central Area minimum lot depth from 125 to 120 feet (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3307 S. Eisenhower Parkway from SF-5 to Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 4128 setting April 3, 2023, for a public hearing on impact fees (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on 12 rezoning requests, most converting commercial or neighborhood-service parcels to single-family residential (SF-5), plus one commercial rezoning and a zoning code amendment. The commission will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings. All items are recommendations to the City Council, which has final authority.

• Rezone 116 E. Harrison from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 (0.5116 ac)
• Rezone 7 properties on E. Texas (403-423) and 2 others in Highland View from Local Retail to SF-5
• Rezone 805 W. Munson from Commercial to SF-5 (0.1722 ac)
• Rezone 3307 S. Eisenhower Parkway from SF-5 to Commercial (0.41 ac)
• Amend zoning code to reduce minimum lot depth in Central Area from 125 to 120 feet

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval for 11 property rezoning requests and one amendment to the City of Denison Code of Ordinances regarding minimum lot depth in the Central Area. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from January 10 and January 24, 2023.

• Approved minutes from Jan 10 and Jan 24, 2023 meetings (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: 116 E. Harrison from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: Lot 11, Block 5 Highland View Addition from Local Retail to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: 403 E. Texas from Local Retail to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: 407 E. Texas from Local Retail to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: 411 E. Texas from Local Retail to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: 419 E. Texas from Local Retail to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval: 423 E. Texas from Local Retail to SF-5 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Denison City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint special meeting to receive a report, discuss, and provide direction on proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. Public comments are allowed on agenda items, limited to three minutes per speaker. No final decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion and direction only.

• Discussion and direction on proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint meeting to review proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. Consultants presented updated demographics, housing policies, and growth scenarios. No formal votes were taken; the plan will move to public hearings for recommendation and adoption.

• Selected 'Scenario B' (high annual growth of 5%-7.5% between 2025-2035) for the Comprehensive Plan update

City Council

The Denison City Council and Denison ISD Board of Trustees are holding a joint special meeting to receive reports and discuss how regional and community growth affects the city and the school district, including the district's facility master plan process. The agenda includes public comments and opening remarks, but the only substantive item is this discussion.

• Discussion of regional and community growth impacts on the City of Denison and Denison ISD
• Discussion of Denison ISD's facility master plan process
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The City Council and School Board held a joint meeting to discuss the impact of regional growth on infrastructure and education. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on reports regarding housing permits and a proposed $132 million school bond.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was for reports and discussion

City Council

The Denison City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases, including $279,524 for Zoll defibrillators, $329,546 for water line design, and $119,100 for GIS software. They will also hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 1607 Bells Drive and call a May 6, 2023 election for three council seats. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, appointments, and an amnesty program resolution.

• Purchase of four Zoll X Series defibrillators and Auto Pulse units for $279,524.18
• Contract with Plummer Associates for 24-inch potable water line design and construction support for $329,546
• Three-year contract with ESRI for GIS license software for $119,100
• Ordinance calling joint general election with Grayson County on May 6, 2023, for Council Districts 3 and 5
• Public hearing to rezone 0.238 acres at 1607 Bells Drive from Local Retail to SF-7.5 Single Family Residential

City Council

The Denison City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, appointments, and ordinances, followed by public hearings on a conditional use permit for an escape room, a rezoning request, and a used auto sales permit. The council will also consider individual items including a resolution for water and sewer improvement bonds and new regulations for unattended donation bins.

• Ordinance to ban possession of cut catalytic converters
• Contract with Kimley-Horn for on-call civil engineering services, $110,000
• Contract with RJN Group for sewer evaluation, $386,950.54
• Public hearing for conditional use permit for Downtown Escape Rooms at 318 W. Chestnut St.
• Public hearing to rezone 532 W. Florence from Neighborhood Services to SF-5

City Council authorized the publication of a notice to issue up to $42.5 million in certificates of obligation for water and sewer infrastructure. The council also passed new ordinances regulating unattended donation bins and the possession of stolen catalytic converters.

• Approved notice to issue up to $42.5M for water and sewer improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5260 regulating unattended donation bins (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5255 making possession of cut catalytic converters unlawful (Unanimous)
• Approved $110,000 on-call civil engineering contract with Kimley-Horn (Unanimous)
• Approved $386,950.54 contract with RJN Group Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Downtown Escape Rooms at 318 W. Chestnut St. (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 532 W. Florence from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 4122 to collect water sale arrears from Northern Hills Development (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Denison Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several land-use items, including conditional use permits for an escape room and used auto sales, a rezoning for single-family use, and two replats. They will also consider a site plan for Ironroot Distillery, a rezoning for light industrial use, and discuss Comprehensive Plan amendments. The meeting includes routine items like officer elections and consent agenda approval.

• Conditional Use Permit for Downtown Escape Rooms at 318 W. Chestnut St. (Case No. 2021-138CUP)
• Conditional Use Permit for used auto sales at 131 E. Sears Street (Case No. 2022-138CUP)
• Rezone 0.14 acres at 532 W. Florence from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 (Case No. 2022-137Z)
• Site Plan for Ironroot Distillery at 3111 W. Loy Lake Road (Case No. 2022-135SP)
• Rezone 1.01 acres at 2030 Texoma Drive from Commercial to Light Industrial (Case No. 2022-116Z)

The Commission approved a site plan for Ironroot Distillery and two replats. It recommended approval for a residential rezoning and two conditional use permits for an escape room and used auto sales. One rezoning request for 2030 Texoma Drive was tabled.

• Appointed Charlie Shearer as Chair and Mary Karam as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Lots 1-9, Block 2 of Bluebonnet Ridge Subdivision (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for Downtown Escape Rooms at 318 W. Chestnut Street (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for used Auto Sales at 131 E. Sears Street with no outside storage (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning 532 W. Florence from Neighborhood Services to SF-5 Single Family Residential (unanimous)
• Approved Replat of Lots 13R, Block 52 of Original Town Plat contingent on minimum lot depth amendment to 120 feet (unanimous)
• Approved Replat of Lots 1R, Block 1 of Pioneer Ridge, Phase One Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Ironroot Distillery at 3111 W. Loy Lake Road (unanimous)