Melissa public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Melissa City Council will consider ordinances to create a Crime Control and Prevention District and a Fire Control, Prevention, and Emergency Medical Services District, including appointing temporary board directors. The council will also hold an executive session on economic development, legal, real property, and personnel matters. Several final engineering site plans are on the consent agenda.

• Ordinance creating a Crime Control and Prevention District with temporary board
• Ordinance creating a Fire Control, Prevention, and Emergency Medical Services District
• HEB Melissa Store and Fuel Station final site plan, 39.251+ acres at US 75 and Sam Rayburn Hwy
• Victorian Ranch final site plan, 3.45+ acres at 2930 Fannin Rd
• Melissa Retail II final site plan, 2.719+ acres at Sam Rayburn Hwy and Milrany Ln

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of several development items, including a new HEB store and fuel station, a new middle school, and rezonings. The consent agenda includes final site plans and plats for commercial and residential projects. The regular agenda features a PD amendment, a rezone for MISD, and a sign coordination plan.

• HEB Melissa Store and Fuel Station Final Engineering Site Plan and Final Plat (39.251 acres, US 75 and Sam Rayburn Hwy)
• Melissa Middle School #2 Final Engineering Site Plan and Final Plat (79.195 acres, E. Melissa Rd and Champions Way)
• Rezone from Agricultural (A) to General Commercial (C-2) for 79.195 acres (MISD)
• PD Ordinance No. 18-27 amendment to remove 21.489 acres from Tract 3 (MPV Partners, LLC)
• Victorian Ranch Final Engineering Site Plan and Trendz Addition Final Plat (3.45 acres, 2930 Fannin Rd)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on November 28, 2023. They will discuss the 2023 Citizen Survey, library renovation, East Melissa Road townhomes, and the former Kim's Korner site. In the regular meeting, they will vote on awarding a depository services contract to Independent Financial, enacting a downtown facade grant program, and approving furniture for the public safety building, among other items.

• Resolution awarding primary Depository Services Contract to Independent Financial (period April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2026, renewable)
• Resolution enacting a Façade Grant Program for Non-Residential Structures in the Downtown Overlay District
• Resolution approving expenditures for Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment for the Melissa Public Safety Building
• Resolution expressing intent to reimburse costs of projects prior to issuance of tax-exempt obligations
• Executive session for attorney consultation (Fair Housing Act, ETJ) and personnel (City Manager)

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will discuss several infrastructure and park phases. Items on the agenda include progress on the Z-PLEX, the 90-Acre Park, and Country Ridge Park.

• Phase 5 and Phase 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park
• Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing
• New park projects for consideration

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several items, including a specific use permit for a major auto repair shop, adoption of updated building codes, and a towing services agreement. The council will also canvass the November 7 special election results and consider abandoning an alley easement.

• Specific Use Permit for Christian Brothers Automotive (major auto repair) at Lot 2, Block A, Mason Addition, near Sam Rayburn Hwy and Miller Rd
• Adopt 2021 International Building, Residential, Fire, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation Codes and 2020 National Electric Code (repealing older ordinances)
• Approve Muthu Melissa Daycare preliminary engineering site plan (1.47 acres, near E. Melissa Rd and Milrany Ln)
• Approve Boardwalk Preschool final engineering site plan (1.47 acres, southeast corner of Milrany Ln and Karnaghan Ln)
• Authorize City Manager to negotiate towing/wrecker services agreement with Roper's Wrecking Services Inc.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider several development items, including a final plat for the Brookfield Phase 2 subdivision, a preliminary site plan for a daycare, a conveyance plat, and a final site plan for a preschool. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Most items are on the consent agenda, with the preschool site plan as the only regular agenda item.

• Brookfield Phase 2 Final Plat (29.427 acres, First Texas Homes)
• Muthu Melissa Daycare Preliminary Engineering Site Plan (1.47 acres, ClayMoore Engineering)
• Allison Addition Conveyance Plat (9.43 acres, ClayMoore Engineering)
• Boardwalk Preschool Final Engineering Site Plan (1.47 acres, Triangle Engineering)
• Approval of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a presentation on the 2024 Capital Investment Program, a Specific Use Permit for an auto repair shop, amendments to park regulations and fees, and the purchase of a fire truck. The agenda also includes consent items such as approving minutes, a site plan amendment for Scooter's, and a disposal facility plan.

• Specific Use Permit for Christian Brothers Automotive at Sam Rayburn Hwy and Miller Rd
• Purchase of Ferrara 107-foot ladder truck for Fire Department, financed through US Bank
• Amendment to Scooter's Final Engineering Site Plan at 2405 McKinney St
• 2023 Certified Tax Roll Ordinance adoption
• Park regulations amendment for swimming, boating, fishing

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss several infrastructure and park phases. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Z-PLEX, the 90-Acre Park, and Country Ridge Park.

• Phases 5 and 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phases 1 and 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park
• Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing
• Zadow Park Playground Area Revitalization Grant

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several residential replats, a Specific Use Permit for major auto repair, and a preliminary plat for an industrial center. The agenda also includes consent items such as a final engineering site plan for a regional disposal facility and a minor replat vacation. The meeting includes a work session with an executive session for legal consultation.

• Residential replats for Townhomes at Sam Rayburn Phases 1 and 2 (12.132± and 3.360± acres, 3626 and 3610 Milrany Ln)
• Residential replats for Meadow Park Phases 1A and 1B (55.156± and 17.657± acres, near E Melissa Rd and Champions Way)
• Specific Use Permit for Major Auto Repair at Christian Brothers Automotive (1.678± acres, near Sam Rayburn Hwy and Miller Rd)
• Melissa Industrial Center Preliminary Plat (27.11± acres, 3616 Sam Rayburn Hwy)
• Consent: 121 Regional Disposal Facility Heavy Equipment Shop Addition Final Engineering Site Plan (73.718± acres, 3820 Sam Rayburn Hwy)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several items, including an update on the MS4 stormwater permit compliance, a downtown overlay district infrastructure update, and a presentation on special purpose districts. During the regular meeting, the council will consider a resolution to reject all proposals for RFP #2023-1101 and support placing a bond proposition for Scott-Barker House repairs on the May 2024 ballot, authorize a contract with Axon for police equipment, and approve a design services contract for Telephone Road.

• Resolution to reject RFP #2023-1101 and support bond proposition for Scott-Barker House repairs on May 2024 ballot
• Authorize agreement with Axon Enterprises for in-car cameras, body-worn cameras, and Taser equipment
• Professional services contract with Teague Nall and Perkins for Telephone Road design
• Executive session on fire service contract
• MS4 stormwater permit annual compliance update

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including a specific use permit for a convenience store without gas pumps, an interlocal agreement for ambulance services with Princeton, and budget amendments. The council will also receive updates on Melissa Lake Park, water monitoring technology, a facade grant program, and a citizen survey. Executive session items include legal consultations on a fire service contract, a property at 1501 Harrison St., zoning, and economic development negotiations.

• Public hearing and vote on Specific Use Permit for convenience store without gas pumps at 2212 Sam Rayburn Highway
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Princeton for ambulance services
• Ordinance amending FY 2022-2023 budget and approving revised budget figures
• Resolution delegating procurement authority to City Manager
• Executive session on fire service contract, RFP #2023-1101, zoning, and MUD #1 agreement

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and act on multiple development phases, including the Z-PLEX and 90-Acre Park. The agenda also includes items regarding Country Ridge Park, Clemons Creek, and pollinator gardens.

• Phase 5 and Phase 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park
• Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing
• Zadow Park Playground Area Revitalization Grant

City Council

The Melissa City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss an updated presentation of the Melissa Park Village development, a 22-acre mixed-use project. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.

• Presentation and discussion of updated Melissa Park Village development
• 22-acre mixed-use development with retail, dining, medical office, and multifamily
• Includes pedestrian walkways, dog park, green space, and creekside common areas
• Nearby to Melissa ISD schools, city parks, and Z-Plex Texas Sports Village
• Access to Interstate 75/Highway 121

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting for a work session that includes public comments and a private legal consultation with the city attorney regarding planning and zoning training. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Public comments
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code §551.071 for legal consultation on P&Z training

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of two rezones from Agricultural to Planned Development, a Specific Use Permit for a convenience store without gas pumps, and a residential replat. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and two development plats, including a cricket field and a Buc-ee's-related conveyance plat.

• Rezone 19.25 acres at 4295, 4383, and 4255 County Road 277 from Agricultural to Planned Development (Skorburg Company)
• Rezone 38.837 acres at 3807 County Road 276 from Agricultural to Planned Development (Maker Bros, LLC)
• Specific Use Permit for convenience store without gas pumps at 2212 Sam Rayburn Highway (0.89 acres)
• Residential replat of 3.841 acres at southwest corner of Sam Rayburn Hwy and Brookside Dr (Bloomfield Homes)
• Consent agenda: McKinney Cricket Grounds plat (16.1072 acres at 591 County Road 471) and Buc-ee's Addition Second Revision Conveyance Plat (6.422 acres)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget, the 2023 tax levy, and a property tax revenue increase ratification. They will also consider a zoning amendment for a 21-acre tract, annexation of 85.856 acres for Melissa ISD, and several other items including a fire services agreement discussion and eminent domain resolutions for Cardinal Drive.

• Public hearing and ordinance adopting FY 2023-2024 budget and appropriating resources
• Public hearing and ordinance levying taxes for 2023 tax year
• Ordinance amending PD Ord. No. 21-37 on 21.01 acres near Sam Rayburn Highway and Milrany Lane (TAAS Investments)
• Ordinance annexing 85.856 acres in Martin Moore Survey (Melissa ISD)
• Resolutions for eminent domain for Cardinal Drive right-of-way (between Fannin Road and Melissa Road)

The Melissa City Council voted 6‑0‑0 to adopt the FY 2023‑2024 budget and the associated tax levy of $0.454728 per $100 of assessed value, a 19.28% increase. It also approved an amendment to Planned Development Ord. No. 21‑37, a resolution delegating demolition‑service authority to H‑E‑B, LP, and an ordinance annexing 85.856 acres for Melissa ISD. All actions were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved FY 2023‑2024 budget and tax levy of $0.454728 per $100 (19.28% increase) – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved amendment to Planned Development Ord. No. 21‑37 for a 21.01‑acre tract – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved resolution delegating demolition‑service authority to H‑E‑B, LP – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved annexation of 85.856 acres in the Martin Moore Survey for Melissa ISD – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved consent agenda (minutes, investment policy, financial policies) – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved ordinance reauthorizing building‑permit fees and updating fee schedule – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved ad valorem tax rate $0.327056 per $100 for general purposes – Vote 6/0/0
• Approved ad valorem tax rate $0.127672 per $100 for interest and sinking fund – Vote 6/0/0

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including a proposed 2023 tax rate, the FY 2023-2024 budget, and the voluntary annexation of 85.856 acres owned by Melissa ISD. The council will also consider amendments to two planned development ordinances and a draft facade grant program for downtown improvements.

• Public hearing and vote on proposed 2023 tax rate and no-new-revenue tax rate
• Resolution setting public hearing for voluntary annexation of 85.856 acres (Melissa ISD)
• Amendments to PD Ord. No. 21-08 (3122 Milrany Lane) and PD Ord. No. 21-37 (near Sam Rayburn Hwy and Milrany Ln)
• Discussion of draft Facade Grant Program with up to $15,000 matching grants for downtown buildings
• Consider repeal of juvenile curfew ordinance

City Council approved the 2023 tax rate and repealed the juvenile curfew ordinance to comply with state law. A request to amend a planned development for a residential subdivision was tabled pending further details on amenities and fencing. Council also named a city facility Melissa Lake Park.

• Named city facility Melissa Lake Park (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Atmos Energy settlement and 85.856+ acre annexation hearing (7-0-0)
• Approved amendment to PD Ord. No. 21-08 to allow additional medical offices at 3122 Milrany Lane (7-0-0)
• Tabled amendment to PD Ord. No. 21-37 regarding lot sizes and density for TAAS Investments (7-0-0)
• Accepted 2023 No-New-Revenue and Voter-Approval Tax Rates (7-0-0)
• Approved proposed 2023 tax rate of 0.454728 (6-1-0)
• Repealed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance effective September 1, 2023 (7-0-0)

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss the 2023/24 budget and several infrastructure projects. The board will consider progress on Z-PLEX phases, multiple park phases, and the Clemons Creek sub-surface crossing.

• Approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of 4B Budget 2023/24
• Phases 5 and 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phases 1 and 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission recommended approval for two Planned Development amendments and approved a water district facility site plan and plat. A request for a convenience store specific use permit was tabled pending further documentation.

• Approved North Texas Municipal Water District Fleet Maintenance Facility Final Engineering Site Plan and Final Plat (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone request for 3122 Milrany Lane (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Planned Development amendment for 21.01± acre tract north of Sam Rayburn Hwy and Milrany Lane (5-0)
• Tabled Specific Use Permit for convenience store at 2212 Sam Rayburn Highway (5-0)

City Council

This is a ceremonial meeting with no regular business or decisions. The council will commend Officer Castillo and hold an oath and badge pinning ceremony for Police Chief Erik Stokes. A prayer will be led by Police Chaplain Ryan Ross.

• Commendation of Officer Castillo
• Oath and Badge Pinning Ceremony for Police Chief Erik Stokes

The City Council conducted a ceremonial meeting to recognize police personnel. The session included a commendation for Officer Fernando Castillo and the oath and badge pinning for incoming Police Chief Erik Stokes.

• Awarded Police Service Commendation to Officer Fernando Castillo
• Administered Oath of Honor and Oath of Office to incoming Police Chief Erik Stokes
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a planning meeting with a discussion led by The Elim Group covering topics such as land use, utilities, economic development, transportation, zoning, parks, and city governance. No action will be taken during this session.

• Discussion led by The Elim Group on land use, utilities, economic development, transportation, zoning districts, parks and trails, city organization, council governance, and strategic plan
• Public comments period
• No action to be taken

The City Council met for a planning session featuring a recap of leadership work and a review of a new team blend. No legislative actions or policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:35 p.m. (7-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on several items, including a contract for Public Improvement District administration services, appointments to boards and commissions, and an ordinance calling a special election to amend the City Charter. The work session includes a budget recap and an executive session on city-owned properties.

• Consider Agreement for Public Improvement District Administration Services with P3Works, LLC
• Consider Resolution Making Appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Consider ordinance calling a Special Election on November 7, 2023 for amending the Melissa City Charter
• Executive session to discuss city-owned properties, including structure at 1501 Harrison Street (RFP 2023-1101)
• FY 2024 Budget Recap

Council approved a special election for November 7, 2023, to vote on 13 proposed amendments to the City Charter. The council also authorized an agreement for Public Improvement District administration and appointed two members to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approved ordinance calling Special Election on November 7, 2023, to amend City Charter (6-0-0)
• Approved Agreement for Public Improvement District Administration Services with P3Works, LLC (6-0-0)
• Appointed Clay Paschal and Tracy Hailey to alternate positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0-0)
• Approved City Manager to negotiate an agreement regarding the Barker House (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from July 11 and July 25, 2023 meetings (6-0-0)

City Council

City Council conducted interviews for boards and commissions and held an executive session regarding real property and economic development. The session included discussions on the FY 2024 budget, potential charter election amendments, and a single family residential development proposal. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved motion to recess into Executive Session (6-0-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene into Work Session (6-0-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (6-0-0)

City Council

Council approved an 8-year extension for a concrete/asphalt batching plant's Specific Use Permit, requiring the operator to submit monthly sound readings and TCEQ permit documentation. Two other zoning applications were withdrawn by the applicants.

• Approved 8-year extension of Specific Use Permit for Holcim-SOR, Inc. concrete plant (6-0-0)
• Required Holcim-SOR, Inc. to submit monthly sound readings and TCEQ permit documentation
• Approved June 27, 2023 Work Session and Regular Meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Zoning application 5A (UNB Investments, LLC) withdrawn
• Zoning application 5B (Skorburg Company) withdrawn

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations to City Council on two rezoning requests from Agricultural to Planned Development, an amendment to a Specific Use Permit for a concrete batching plant, and approval of a preliminary engineering site plan for an industrial development. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and a conveyance plat.

• Rezone 19.397 acres at 1610, 1654, 1682, and 1720 Private Road 5039 from Agricultural to Planned Development (UNB Investments, LLC)
• Rezone 19.25 acres at 4295, 4383, and 4255 County Road 277 from Agricultural to Planned Development (Skorburg Company)
• Amend Ordinance No. 20-24 to modify Specific Use Permit for concrete batching plant on 14.07 acres at 2525 Throckmorton Rd (Holcim-SOR, Inc.)
• Approve Melissa Industrial Development Preliminary Engineering Site Plan on 27.121 acres at 3616 Sam Rayburn Highway (Melissa Industrial Development, LLC)
• Consent agenda: approve June 8, 2023 minutes and Orenduff Addition Conveyance Plat (16.396 acres at 3033 Sam Rayburn Highway)

The Commission recommended that City Council deny a rezone request for 19.397± acres on Private Road 5039. It recommended approval for a rezone on County Road 277 and a permit amendment for a concrete batching plant. A preliminary engineering site plan for the Melissa Industrial Development was also recommended for approval.

• Approved June 8, 2023 minutes and Orenduff Addition Conveyance Plat (5-0-0)
• Recommended City Council deny rezone from Agricultural to Planned Development for UNB Investments, LLC at 1610-1720 Private Road 5039 (4-1-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rezone from Agricultural to Planned Development for Skorburg Company at 4295, 4383, and 4255 County Road 277 (3-2-0)
• Recommended City Council approve amendment to Specific Use Permit for Holcim-SOR, Inc. concrete batching plant at 2525 Throckmorton Rd (5-0-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Preliminary Engineering Site Plan for Melissa Industrial Development, LLC at 3616 Sam Rayburn Highway (5-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning 28.6 acres for a Walmart commercial development, as well as approve final site plans for a Kroger store and fuel center. The council will also vote on a resolution to apply for county funding for Zadow Park playground improvements and consider consent agenda items including the Green Acres Nursery site plan and a donation box for a church.

• Rezone 28.6 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development/General Commercial-2 for Walmart
• Kroger Final Engineering Site Plan on 11.572 acres near Sam Rayburn Highway and Washington Drive
• Kroger Fuel Center Final Engineering Site Plan on 1.20 acres
• Resolution to apply for Collin County Parks and Open Space funding for Zadow Park playground
• Green Acres Nursery Final Engineering Site Plan (7.55 acres) at Hwy 75 and Willow Grove Way

City Council approved a rezoning request to allow Walmart to develop a store and associated pad sites on 28.6+ acres of land. The council also approved the final engineering site plan for Green Acres Nursery. The meeting ended before a final vote was recorded for the Kroger site plan.

• Approved rezoning of 28.6+ acres from Agricultural District (A) to Planned Development District/General Commercial-2 (PD/C-2) for Walmart (7-0-0)
• Approved Green Acres Nursery Final Engineering Site Plan (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 Work Session and Regular Meeting (7-0-0)

City Council

The City of Melissa Council met on June 20, 2023, to discuss the state of the city, covering topics such as land use, utilities, and transportation. The agenda explicitly states that no action will be taken on these discussion items. The meeting concluded with adjournment after public comments.

• Discussion of State of the City including Land Use, Utilities, and Transportation
• Public comments allowed for up to 3 minutes per citizen
• No official votes or actions scheduled

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will discuss several park projects and infrastructure items. The meeting includes discussions on various phases of the Z-PLEX and the 90-Acre Park, as well as playground upgrades.

• Phases 5 and 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phases 1 and 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park
• Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing
• Upgrades to Zadow Park playground areas

The Board approved three name options for the 90-Acre Park to be sent to City Council. It also recommended proceeding with a $870K revitalization of the Zadow Park playground area. Several other park and infrastructure projects were discussed, but no formal approvals were recorded.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Recommended to City Council that 90-Acre Park be renamed to Blackland Prairie Park, Melissa Rail Park, or Melissa Lake Park (5-0-0)
• Recommended to City Council to proceed with Zadow Park Playground Area Revitalization estimated at $870K (5-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including amendments to development agreements for stormwater improvements, construction contracts for public works facilities, a residential homestead tax exemption, and an update on the FY24 budget. The agenda also includes ratification of a letter agreement with HEB and an indemnity agreement with Ashton Dallas Residential, LLC. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation on infrastructure issues.

• First Amendment to Development Agreement with Harrison Park Owner LLC for Dallas Street stormwater improvements, increasing city participation to $1,544,007.45
• First Amendment to Development Agreement with BT Cole Three LLC
• Contracts with Taurus Commercial, Inc. for Melissa Public Works and Parks Facility on Miller Road and Administration Facility on Cooper Street
• Ordinance for residential homestead ad valorem (property) tax exemption
• Ratification of Letter Agreement between HEB, L.P. and City of Melissa for demolition costs

City Council approved construction contracts for two municipal facilities and a residential homestead property tax exemption. The council also authorized amendments to development agreements for drainage and lighting projects.

• Approved contracts with Taurus Commercial, Inc. for Public Works and Parks Facility ($699,000) and Administration Facility ($592,000) (6-0)
• Approved ordinance providing for a residential homestead ad valorem (property) tax exemption (6-0)
• Authorized First Amendment to Development Agreement with Harrison Park Owner LLC regarding drainage channel costs (6-0)
• Authorized First Amendment to Development Agreement with BT Cole Three LLC regarding lighting styles (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including May 23, 2023 minutes and HEB, L.P. Letter Agreement (6-0)
• No action taken on Indemnity Agreement between Ashton Dallas Residential, LLC and the City

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a rezone of 28.6 acres for Walmart, plus several site plans and plats for Kroger and other developments. The consent agenda includes approval of the Littrell Addition plat and the Green Acres Nursery site plan. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing and recommendation on rezone of 28.615 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development for Walmart, east of McKinney Street
• Kroger Final Engineering Site Plan on 11.572 acres near Sam Rayburn Highway and Washington Drive
• Kroger Fuel Center Final Engineering Site Plan on 1.20 acres
• Kroger Melissa Addition Final Plat on 19.27 acres
• Littrell Addition Development Plat on 15.870 acres at 1911 Miller Rd

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several development plats and recommended the approval of site plans for Kroger and a donation box. A rezone request for a Walmart location resulted in a split vote, which effectively serves as a recommendation for denial to the City Council.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Littrell Addition Development Plat (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Green Acres Nursery Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved Willow Grove Final Plat (6-0-0)
• Recommended denial of Walmart rezone request from Agricultural to Planned Development (3-3-0)
• Recommended approval of Kroger Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Kroger Fuel Center Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved Kroger Melissa Addition Final Plat (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Melissa United Methodist Church Donation Box Site Plan (6-0-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Melissa Charter Review Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May 15, 2023, discuss and possibly take action on the draft Commission Report, and discuss next steps. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy items or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of May 15, 2023 minutes
• Discussion and possible action on draft Commission Report
• Discussion of next steps
• Confirmation of next meeting date

The Commission approved its draft report, which satisfies the charter review requirement. The report will be submitted informally to the City Council, with a formal presentation scheduled for July 11. The City Council will then determine whether to adopt recommendations or call an election by mid to late August.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (8/0)
• Approved Commission report (8/0)

City Council

City Council approved the purchase of a 2019 Ferrara pumper for the Fire Department to serve as a reserve vehicle. The council also approved the Buc-ee’s Carwash Final Engineering Site Plan and the quarterly financial report. Discussions were held regarding a potential 5% homestead exemption for the FY24 preliminary General Fund.

• Approved purchase of 2019 Ferrara pumper on Inferno Chassis (6-0-0)
• Approved Buc-ee’s Carwash Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Accepted Quarterly Financial Report for period ended March 31, 2023 (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from May 9, 2023 Work Session and Regular Meeting (6-0-0)

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will discuss several infrastructure and park projects. The agenda includes action items for various phases of the Z-PLEX, the 90-Acre Park, and Country Ridge Park.

• Phase 5 and Phase 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park
• Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing
• Upgrades to Zadow Park playground areas

The Board approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items regarding park phases and infrastructure projects were discussed, but no formal approvals were recorded for those proposals.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Melissa Charter Review Commission is meeting to continue policy discussions on topics it wants to evaluate, rank potential propositions, and discuss next steps. The agenda also includes approval of the May 3, 2023 minutes and confirmation of the next meeting date. No specific policy topics or propositions are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of May 3, 2023 minutes
• Continue policy discussion on topics the Commission wants to evaluate
• Rank potential propositions
• Discussion of next steps
• Confirmation of next meeting date

The Commission recommended 14 proposed charter propositions be sent to the City Council. They also recommended a $100 fee or a 50-signature petition for candidates seeking a ballot position. The Commission has completed its charge and will draft a final report.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended incorporating revised language stating City officials must follow State law regarding nepotism, conflicts of interest, and gifts
• Recommended $100 fee or petition of 50 qualified voters for Mayor and City Council ballot placement
• Recommended all 14 proposed propositions be sent to City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider consent agenda items including the Buc-ee's Carwash Final Engineering Site Plan and related replat, plus a public hearing on a Specific Use Permit for a studio residence. The Walmart rezone request has been postponed at the applicant's request. The commission will also review the April 13, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Buc-ee's Carwash Final Engineering Site Plan, 4.406 acres near US 75 and Buc-ee's Blvd
• Buc-ee's Addition Replat, Lot 2R, Block A, 4.406 acres
• Raymundo Addition Final Plat, 2.469 acres at 3100 E. Melissa Rd
• Specific Use Permit for Studio Residence at 3218 Fannin St
• Walmart rezone from Agricultural to Planned Development, 28.615 acres, postponed

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda including site plans and replats. The commission also recommended that City Council approve a Specific Use Permit for a Studio Residence. A Walmart item was postponed at the applicant's request.

• Approved April 13, 2023 Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Buc-ee’s Carwash Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved Buc-ee’s Addition Replat (6-0-0)
• Approved Raymundo Addition Final Plat at 3100 E. Melissa Rd (6-0-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Specific Use Permit for Studio Residence at 3218 Fannin St
• Postponed Walmart item at request of applicant

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended several site plans and waivers to City Council, including Z-Plex expansions and a new mobile food truck park. The commission also approved the Harrison Park Final Plat and West Melissa Village plans via a consent agenda.

• Approved Harrison Park Phase 1 Final Plat (5-0-0)
• Approved West Melissa Village Preliminary Engineering Site Plan and Preliminary Plat (5-0-0)
• Approved Melissa ISD Elementary School #4 Final Engineering Site Plan and Final Plat (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval for site plan waiver for portable classroom at 1904 Cooper St (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval for Z-Plex Phase 5 Final Engineering Site Plan (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval for Z-Plex Phase 3 amendment for portable building (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval for Donation Box Site Plans at 1221 and 2315 Sam Rayburn Hwy (5-0-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for mobile food truck park at 2602 Sherman St (5-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on May 9, 2023. The work session includes a presentation and discussion on a potential annexation and zoning application for a property located 138 ft north of Sequoia Lane, west of CR 418, and 450 ft south of the Outer Loop, as well as proposed DOD Street Light Enhancements. The regular meeting includes proclamations for National Police Week, Public Works Week, and EMS Week, and a consent agenda item to approve minutes from the April 25 meeting. The regular agenda includes a resolution to authorize the City Manager to purchase water pressure monitoring equipment and software, and discussions on the FY24 preliminary General Fund Revenue Forecast, a proposed community event, and a branding revamp.

• Potential annexation and zoning application for property near Sequoia Lane
• Proposed DOD Street Light Enhancements
• Resolution to authorize purchase of water pressure monitoring equipment and software
• FY24 preliminary General Fund Revenue Forecast discussion
• Proclamations for National Police Week, Public Works Week, and EMS Week

Council authorized the purchase of Syrinix water pressure monitoring equipment and software to help Public Works proactively detect leaks and pipe bursts. The body also approved the consent agenda and issued proclamations for National Police Week, Public Works Recognition Week, and EMS Week.

• Approved purchase of water pressure monitoring equipment and software (7-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0-0)
• Declared May 15-21, 2023 as National Police Week
• Declared May 21-27, 2023 as National Public Works Week
• Declared May 21-27, 2023 as National Emergency Medical Services Week

Charter Review Commission

The Melissa Charter Review Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, recap the last meeting, and discuss proposed charter updates. The commission will also identify policy elements to evaluate and confirm the next meeting date. This is a working session with no final decisions expected, as the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented.

• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recap of topics covered in April 12, 2023 meeting
• Presentation and discussion of proposed Charter updates
• Policy elements the Commission wants to evaluate
• Confirmation of next meeting date

The Commission reviewed potential charter amendments related to state law conflicts, initiative/referendum clarification, and candidate qualifications. They discussed but did not decide on term limits and charging to file, opting to pursue a recommendation only for charging to file. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 12, 2023 (9-0)
• Discussed but did not decide on term limits
• Discussed but did not decide on charging to file; opted to pursue recommendation only for charging to file
• No other decisions made; meeting was procedural

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold public hearings and consider several zoning changes, including a rezoning for a Scooter's Coffee location, modifications to Planned Development standards for two commercial tracts, and an amendment to the Z-Plex Phase 3 site plan. The council will also vote on a development agreement with Melissa Joint Venture regarding building materials standards and consider traffic ordinance amendments.

• Rezone 0.499 acres at 2403 McKinney St from SF-3 to PD/C-2 for Scooter's Coffee
• Modify PD/C-2 standards for 9.47 acres (Green Acres) and 2.68 acres (GYS Development)
• Amend Z-Plex Phase 3 Final Engineering Site Plan at 4220 E. Melissa Rd
• Authorize City Manager to negotiate building materials agreement with Melissa Joint Venture
• Amend traffic code regarding stop intersections and parking on specified streets

Council approved rezoning and site plans for Scooter's Coffee and Green Acres Nursery, and clarified zoning priority rules. A request to rezone land for a self-storage facility in the Commercial Corridor Overlay District was denied.

• Approved authorization for City Manager to negotiate building materials agreement with Melissa Joint Venture (6-0-0)
• Approved ordinance clarifying that Planned Development (PD) zoning supersedes Commercial Corridor Overlay District (CC/O) in conflicts (6-0-0)
• Approved rezoning 0.499 acres to PD/C-2 for Scooter's Coffee (6-0-0)
• Approved Final Engineering Site Plan for Scooter's Coffee at 2403 McKinney St with window glazing variances (6-0-0)
• Approved rezoning 9.474 acres to PD/C-2 for Green Acres Nursery (6-0-0)
• Denied rezoning of 2.68+ acres for a self-storage facility proposed by GYS Development, LLC (6-0-0)

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and act on several infrastructure and park developments. The agenda includes multiple phases of the Z-PLEX, the 90-Acre Park, and Country Ridge Park.

• Phases 5 and 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phases 1 and 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park
• Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing
• Upgrades to Zadow Park playground areas

The Board approved the March 16, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed progress and pending proposals for the Z-PLEX, 90-Acre Park, Country Ridge Park, and Zadow Park, though no formal approvals were recorded for the new phase proposals.

• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the City Council on several rezoning requests, including a proposed Scooter's Coffee at 2403 McKinney St, a Walmart project on McKinney Street, and amendments to planned development standards. The commission will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment clarifying that planned development regulations prevail over the Commercial Corridor Overlay District, and review a final plat and site plans.

• Rezone .499 acres at 2403 McKinney St from SF-3/DOD-TMU to PD/C-2/DOD-TMU for Scooter's Coffee (limited to restaurant uses)
• Rezone 28.615 acres east of McKinney St from Agricultural to Planned Development (Walmart)
• Amend Ordinance 2022-06 to modify planned development standards on 9.4658 acres at SE corner of Hwy 75 and Willow Grove Way (Green Acres)
• Amend Ordinance 04-09 to modify planned development standards on 2.68 acres at SW corner of Hwy 75 and Sunset Canyon Dr (GYS Development)
• Consider Coffee Bistro Addition Final Plat (3.129 acres) and Z-Plex Phase 3 site plan amendment

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended several rezoning requests and site plan amendments to City Council, including a storage facility and a nursery. The commission also approved the Coffee Bistro Addition Final Plat. One rezone request was postponed at the applicant's request.

• Recommended approval of amendment to Code of Ordinances (7-0-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone to PD/C-2/DOD-TMU at 2403 McKinney St (7-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Scooter’s Final Engineering Site Plan at 2403 McKinney St (7-0-0)
• Approved Coffee Bistro Addition Final Plat (7-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Planned Development amendment for nursery at Hwy 75 and Willow Grove Way (7-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Planned Development amendment for storage facility at Hwy 75 and Sunset Canyon Dr (6-1-0)
• Approved amendment to Z-Plex Phase 3 Final Engineering Site Plan with temporary building expiration conditions
• Postponed rezone request from Agricultural to Planned Development for 28.615+ acres

Charter Review Commission

The Melissa Charter Review Commission is holding its first regular meeting to introduce members, review the city's Home Rule status, and discuss proposed updates to the city charter. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker, and no action can be taken on topics not posted on a future agenda.

• Introduction of committee members
• Overview of Home Rule status and role of committee
• Presentation and discussion of proposed Charter updates
• Confirmation of next meeting date

The Commission met for an overview of its responsibilities and a review of potential charter propositions. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including naming two streets, amending water and sewer main extension rules for developers, and authorizing the city manager to negotiate a development agreement amendment. The council will also recognize outgoing Council Member Chad Taylor and swear in new member Rendell Hendrickson.

• Ordinance naming Gleason Avenue
• Ordinance naming Sparks Way
• Amendment to Chapter 11 (Utilities and Solid Waste), Section 11.1203 (Main Extensions for Developers)
• Authorize City Manager to negotiate and execute First Amendment to Development Agreement with Melissa 75 Holdings, LLC (5-month extension for Telephone Rd project)
• Presentation to outgoing Council Member Chad Taylor and swearing in of Rendell Hendrickson

City Council approved the naming of Gleason Avenue and Sparks Way. The Council also authorized a development agreement amendment and updated the code of ordinances regarding water and sewer main extensions for developers.

• Approved minutes from March 28, 2023 Work Session and Regular Meeting (7-0-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute First Amendment to Development Agreement with Melissa 75 Holdings, LLC (7-0-0)
• Approved ordinance naming Gleason Avenue (7-0-0)
• Approved ordinance naming Sparks Way (7-0-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 11, Section 11.1203 regarding Water and Sewer Main Extensions for Developers (7-0-0)
• Sworn in Rendell Hendrickson as City Council Place 2

Library Advisory Board

The Melissa Library Advisory Board is meeting to hear the Library Director's report, discuss Friends of the Library updates, review library policy and procedures, and consider goals for expanded space. The agenda includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes and public comments.

• Library Director's report on Holi program results, new March/April brochure, Frisco Public Library tour ideas, TLA Conference attendance April 18-22, National Library Week April 23-29, and FY22 report to TSLAC
• Friends of the Melissa Public Library (FOMPL) update: President Courtney Dimmitt stepping down in May, voting procedures to start, Quilt of Authors display
• Presentation of Library Policy and Procedures
• Discussion of goals for expanded space

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning 3.129 acres at 2403 McKinney St from single-family residential to general commercial, and will also consider several site plans and a development agreement. The agenda includes consent items for final engineering site plans for Legacy Highland and Milrany Retail, and a professional services agreement for street projects. The council will also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Rezoning 3.129 acres at 2403 McKinney St from SF-3/DOD-TMU to C-2/DOD-TMU (public hearing)
• Legacy Highland Final Engineering Site Plan, 11.149 acres on McKinney St (consent)
• Milrany Retail Final Engineering Site Plan, 1.63 acres at 3115 Milrany Ln (consent)
• Authorize City Manager to negotiate Development Agreement with SM 2403 McKinney LP (consent)
• Professional Services Agreement with EST, Inc. for Cooper, Harrison, and Red River Street projects

Council approved a professional services agreement for street projects and several site plans. A rezoning request for a proposed Scooter's Coffee was withdrawn by the applicant after Council expressed concerns regarding the lack of a concept plan for the full tract of land.

• Approved Professional Services Agreement with EST, Inc. for Cooper, Harrison, and Red River Street projects (6-0-0)
• Approved Legacy Highland Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved Milrany Retail Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate Development Agreement with SM 2403 McKinney LP (6-0-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of rezoning application for 2403 McKinney St (Scooter's Coffee)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 meetings (6-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda including several plats and site plans. The commission also recommended that City Council approve a rezone request for a property at 2403 McKinney St to allow general commercial use.

• Approved February 9, 2023, Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved Melissa Road Townhomes Preliminary Plat (6-0-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Legacy Highland Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved Melissa Highland Final Plat (6-0-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Milrany Retail Final Engineering Site Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved replat of the Farmhouse 121 Addition (6-0-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rezone from SF-3/DOD-TMU to C-2/DOD-TMU at 2403 McKinney St (6-0-0)

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation will discuss several development phases including the Z-PLEX and multiple park projects. The board will also consider Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 and City Hall pollinator gardens.

• Phase 5 of the Z-PLEX
• Phase 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Phase 1 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park

The board approved the minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting. No formal approvals were granted for proposed park expansions or infrastructure projects discussed during the session.

• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve updates to the city's Mission, Vision, and Values, and a resolution for board and commission appointments. The council will also recess into executive session to consult with the city attorney on matters including ETJ development, a charter provision, and Section 32 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes from prior meetings.

• Consider approval of updates to the Mission, Vision, and Values
• Consider approval of a Resolution regarding Board and Commission Appointments
• Executive session on ETJ Development, Charter Provision, and Section 32 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from February 10, 2023 Planning Meeting and February 28, 2023 Work Session and Regular Meeting

City Council adopted updated Mission, Vision, and Values for internal and external use. The council also appointed new members to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Board of Adjustment, and the Charter Review Commission.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 10 and Feb 28 minutes (7-0-0)
• Adopted updates to the Mission, Vision, and Values (7-0-0)
• Appointed Preston Taylor (Chairman), Dan Mathews, Clayton Coe, and Steven Ford (alternate) to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0-0)
• Appointed Don Sutton to the Board of Adjustment (7-0-0)
• Appointed Steve Rodriquez (Chair), Betty Walthall, Jessica Wright, Courtney Willis, Wendy Tillman, Stacey Heckler, Lance Bauslaugh, Jamie Maddock, and Jen Branson to the Charter Review Commission (7-0-0)

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa 4B Board will consider multiple development phases including Z-PLEX Phases 5 and 6, Phases 1 and 2 of the 90-Acre Park, and Phase 3 of Country Ridge Park. The board will also discuss a sub-surface crossing at Clemons Creek and State Highway 121, and new park projects.

• Discuss and act on Phase 5 of the Z-PLEX
• Discuss and act on Phase 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Discuss and act on Phase 1 of the 90-Acre Park
• Discuss and act on Phase 2 of the 90-Acre Park
• Discuss and act on Clemons Creek at State Highway 121 sub-surface crossing

The Board approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items regarding park phases and infrastructure were discussed, but no formal approvals were recorded for those projects.

• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including parks and open space recommendations from the Melissa Community and Economic Development Corporation, the Charter Commission and amendment process, road naming for the High School Roads Project, and boards and commissions. In the regular meeting, the council will consider approving the MISD Kenny Deel Stadium Sign Coordination Plan, a resolution on parks recommendations, an ordinance for 2023 personnel policies, and certification of an unopposed candidate for City Council Place No. 2, which could cancel the March 25, 2023 special election.

• Resolution accepting MCEDC recommendations on parks and open spaces, including City Hall berm improvements ($44,352) and Zadow Park pickleball courts ($38,109.50)
• Ordinance approving 2023 City of Melissa Personnel Policies and Procedures
• Consideration of MISD Kenny Deel Stadium Sign Coordination Plan
• Certification of unopposed candidate for City Council Place No. 2 and possible cancellation of special election
• Discussion on Charter Commission and amendment process, and road naming for High School Roads Project

City Council declared Rendell Hendrickson elected to Place No. 2 and cancelled the March 25, 2023 Special Election. The council also approved updates to personnel policies and specific park improvements.

• Cancelled March 25, 2023 Special Election and declared Rendell Hendrickson elected to Place No. 2 (7-0-0)
• Approved MISD Kenny Deel Stadium Sign Coordination Plan (7-0-0)
• Approved City Hall Berm improvements and converting two Zadow Park tennis courts to pickleball courts (7-0-0)
• Approved 2023 City of Melissa Personnel Policies and Procedures ordinance (7-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including January meeting minutes and Q4 2022 Financial Report (7-0-0)

City Council

The City Council met for a planning session to establish organizational goals. The Council finalized their Mission, Vision, and Values and determined priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Finalized Mission, Vision, and Values
• Set priorities for the next fiscal year

Library Advisory Board

The Melissa Library Advisory Board will review January meeting minutes, hear reports from the Library Director and Friends of the Melissa Public Library, and discuss setting goals for the board and director for the coming year. The board will also nominate and vote for a new president. The meeting is a regular session with public comments allowed.

• Consider minutes from January 19, 2023 regular meeting
• Library Director's report by Jennifer Nehls
• Friends of the Melissa Public Library presentation by Treasurer Valerie Enoch
• Board goals include partnering with MISD for outdoor reader theater, cultural guest lectures, and a History of Melissa community exhibit
• Nominations and vote for Board President

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Melissa Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider several final plats, final engineering site plans, and a stadium sign coordination plan. Items include the Townhomes at Sam Rayburn Addition, Harrison Laminates, Nash Addition, Brookfield Phase 1, McKinney Street Office, Eastwood Village, and a City Public Works/Parks facility. The commission will also review a replat and make recommendations to City Council.

• Townhomes at Sam Rayburn Addition Final Plat (15.491 acres, east of Milrany Lane)
• Harrison Laminates Final Engineering Site Plan (1.69 acres, 2530 Miller Rd)
• Nash Addition Final Plat (1.987 acres, 2530 Miller Rd)
• Brookfield Phase 1 Final Plat (39.067 acres, near E Melissa Rd and CR 415)
• MISD Kenny Deel Stadium Sign Coordination Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several final plats and replats. The commission also recommended the approval of four engineering site plans and one facade plan to the City Council.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Townhomes at Sam Rayburn, Nash Addition, and Brookfield Phase 1 Final Plats (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval of McKinney Street Office Final Engineering Site Plan to City Council (4-1-0)
• Approved replat of Lot 9R, Block A of the McClain Subdivision (4-1-0)
• Recommended approval of MISD Kenny Deel Stadium Sign Coordination Plan to City Council (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Eastwood Village Final Engineering Site Plan to City Council (5-0-0)
• Approved Eastwood Village Final Plat (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Public Works/Parks Facility Final Engineering Site Plan to City Council (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Public Works/Parks Admin Building Facade Plan to City Council (5-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council is meeting for a planning session focused on a State of the City discussion covering topics like land use, utilities, economic development, transportation, zoning, parks, and governance. No action will be taken on these items. The agenda also includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• State of the City discussion covering land use, utilities, economic development, transportation, zoning districts, parks and trails, city organization, council governance, roles and responsibilities, and strategic plan and goals
• Public comments: up to 3 minutes per speaker on any subject within city authority
• No action will be taken on discussion items

The Council held a planning meeting to discuss governance challenges and draft mission, vision, and values statements. No final decisions were made on these items; the discussion will continue at a special meeting on February 10, 2023.

• Adjourned meeting at 3:53 p.m. (6-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider several land-use items, including annexations and rezonings for the North Texas Municipal Water District and Delta Real Estate Properties, a final site plan for a dental office, and a continuation of the juvenile curfew ordinance. The council will also vote on a flexible work hours policy and amendments to zoning and impact fee ordinances. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and a consent agenda item for approving prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and ordinance to continue minor curfew regulations
• Final engineering site plan for Melissa Family Dental & Orthodontics at 3114 and 3116 McKinney St (0.823 acres)
• Annexation of 10.002 acres (North Texas Municipal Water District) and rezoning of 22.652 acres to PD/I-1
• Annexation of 24.65 acres (Delta Real Estate Properties) and rezoning to PD/C-2/MF
• Resolution approving flexible operational hours policy for city facilities

City Council approved a flexible operational hours policy to improve hiring competitiveness, affecting several city departments. The council also approved multiple land annexations, rezoning requests, and an ordinance continuing the curfew for minors.

• Approved flexible operational hours policy for Administration, Development Services, Utility Billing, Municipal Court, and Fire Administration (6-0-0)
• Approved ordinance continuing the curfew for minors (6-0-0)
• Approved annexation of 10.002+ acres for North Texas Municipal Water District (6-0-0)
• Approved rezoning of 22.652+ acres to Planned Development District/Light Industrial (6-0-0)
• Approved annexation of 24.65+ acres for Delta Real Estate Properties, Inc. (6-0-0)
• Approved rezoning of Delta Real Estate Properties land to PD/C-2/MF for mixed-use retail, storage, day care, and multi-family (6-0-0)
• Approved amendment to the Future Land Use Plan Map (6-0-0)
• Approved ordinance adding E-Cigarette Retail Establishment as a permitted land use in light and heavy-industrial districts (6-0-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Melissa Library Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with public comments, a consent agenda to approve prior meeting minutes, and a library director's report. The board will discuss physical, digital, and staff changes at the library, along with policy, program, and future goals. No formal action items beyond the minutes are listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2019 Regular Meeting
• Library Director's Report by Jennifer Nehls
• Presentation by Friends of the Melissa Public Library (FOMPL) with President Courtney Dimmit and Treasurer Valerie Enoch
• Discussion of physical, digital, and staff changes at the library
• Discussion of policy and program changes and future goals

Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board)

The Melissa Community & Economic Development Corporation (4B Board) will consider and act on multiple park and facility projects, including Phases 4, 5, and 6 of the Z-PLEX, Phase 1 of the 90-Acre Park, and Phases 2 and 3 of Country Ridge Park. The board will also discuss restoration of the Scott-Barker House, a sub-surface crossing at Clemons Creek and State Highway 121, City Hall pollinator gardens, and recent park survey results. The meeting includes a citizen forum for public comment, but no action can be taken on topics not properly posted on a future agenda.

• Discuss and act on Phase 4 of the Z-PLEX
• Discuss and act on Phase 5 of the Z-PLEX
• Discuss and act on Phase 6 of the Z-PLEX
• Discuss and act on Phase 1 of the 90-Acre Park
• Discuss and act on restoration of Scott-Barker House

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a rezone at 3115 Milrany Ln, as well as final site plans and plats for several developments including Gateway Village, Cardinal Storage, Dutch Bros. Roastery, Spat Melissa RV Park, and Meadow Park Phase 2. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes. All items are routine development approvals with staff recommending approval.

• Rezone 1.027 acres at 3115 Milrany Ln from Agricultural to Planned Development
• Final site plan and replat for Cardinal Storage Addition (7.119 acres near Sam Rayburn Hwy & Miller Rd)
• Final site plan and replat for Dutch Bros. Roastery (6.533 acres near Fannin Rd & Buc-ee's Blvd)
• Final site plan and plat for Gateway Village (5.228 acres at McKinney St & Fannin Rd)
• Final plats for Spat Melissa RV Park (6.573 acres at 840 Bartlett Rd) and Meadow Park Phase 2 (46.605 acres near E Melissa Rd & Champions Way)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two final plats and one replat. The commission also recommended that City Council approve a rezone request, an amendment to a Planned Development ordinance, and updates to the Future Land Use Plan Map and Zoning Ordinance.

• Approved Spat Melissa RV Park Final Plat (6-0-0)
• Approved Meadow Park Phase 2 Final Plat (6-0-0)
• Approved replat of Lot 1R, Block 5 of Merritt’s Addition (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone from Agricultural to Planned Development for 1700 and 1736 Milrany Ln (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval to amend PD Ordinance 13-02 for 3930 Sam Rayburn Hwy (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Plan Map amendment (6-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding land uses (6-0-0)
• Recommended adding four roadway projects to the Capital Improvements Plan and updating Service Area 1 impact fees (6-0-0)

City Council

The Melissa City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss financial reports, a draft Public Improvement District Policy, and a compressed work schedule. The regular agenda includes a public hearing on a minor curfew ordinance, a special election to fill a council vacancy, and a resolution to issue certificates of obligation. The most consequential item is a rezoning of two tracts totaling 21.156 acres from agricultural to planned development for multifamily and commercial use.

• Rezone 21.156 acres (John Emberson Survey) from Agricultural to PD/MF and PD/MF-C-2, applicant JPM Commercial Capital, LLC
• Public hearing on continuance of minor curfew ordinance
• Ordinance ordering special election on March 25, 2023, to fill Place 2 vacancy
• Resolution to issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation
• Executive session to discuss purchase of former Steelfab Site (2402 McKinney St)

City Council ordered a special election for March 25, 2023, to fill the vacancy left by Councilmember Chad Taylor. The Council also approved a zoning change for 21.1564 acres and initiated the process for 2023 Capital Improvement Program funding.

• Ordered Special Election for City Council Place No. 2 on March 25, 2023 (7-0-0)
• Approved rezoning of 21.1564 acres in John Emberson Survey to PD/MF and PD/MF-C-2 (7-0-0)
• Approved resolution to publish Notice of Intention to issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation (7-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes and a public hearing date for a 24.654-acre voluntary annexation (7-0-0)
• Accepted Quarterly Financial Report for period ended September 30, 2022 (7-0-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing regarding the continuance of a curfew for minors (7-0-0)