Cleburne public meetings in 2022

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The board approved the November 16, 2022, meeting minutes. Shelter Manager Landra Hale presented quarterly statistics on intake, outcomes, and revenue, noting that the building is currently over capacity. Members suggested reviewing the vaccine requirement ordinance to align with state law.

• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will vote on extending the local COVID-19 disaster declaration through January 10, 2023, and on hiring Strategic Government Resources for up to $39,900 to recruit a new city manager. Other consent agenda items include a 10-year hangar lease, roof repairs, pavement repairs, and downtown rehabilitation incentives.

• Extend COVID-19 local disaster declaration to January 10, 2023
• Hire Strategic Government Resources for city manager recruitment, not to exceed $39,900
• Approve 10-year lease with DJS Aviation for Hangar 500 at $1,344.67/month
• Authorize $66,471 contract with Stevan Buren Roofing for Hangar 99 roof replacement
• Approve $7,200 reimbursement for downtown building rehabilitation at 214 South Main Street

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, airport updates, and a large vehicle purchase. The council also appointed Mike Mann as Mayor Pro Tem and denied a rezoning request for multi-family and commercial development due to traffic concerns.

• Approved $860,273.12 for 10 police Tahoes, one Ford F750, and one Cat skid steer
• Appointed Mike Mann as Mayor Pro Tem effective January 1, 2023
• Denied rezoning of 25.26 acres for multi-family and commercial development (ZC22-018)
• Approved $196,953 for network switches and firewalls from Sequel Data Systems Inc.
• Approved $250,000 contract renewal with Westhill Construction for 2023 pavement repairs
• Approved updated Cleburne Regional Airport Master Plan
• Approved 10-year lease with DJS Aviation, LLC for Hangar 500 at $1,344.67 per month
• Approved $66,471 contract with Stevan Buren Roofing Company for Hangar 99

Airport Advisory Board

The Cleburne Regional Airport Advisory Board held a special meeting to review new business. The board unanimously approved the 20 year master plan.

• Approved 20 year master plan (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 30-day plat extension for Lankford Farms Phase 1 and approved three other platting requests. One replat for Santa Fe Addition was conditionally approved based on staff report requirements.

• Approved 30-day plat extension for Lankford Farms Phase 1 (4-0)
• Approved final plat and sanitary sewer extension waiver for Thetford Addition (4-0)
• Approved replat and side lot line variance for GT Addition (4-0)
• Conditionally approved replat and lot width, depth, and size variances for Santa Fe Addition (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Cemetery Advisory Board

The board approved the meeting minutes and accepted the 2022 Cemetery Annual Report. Members discussed the Chambers Cemetery Project and non-traditional interments.

• Approved meeting minutes from December 6, 2022
• Accepted 2022 Cemetery Annual Report
• Charged Maria Herrada to investigate options, ordinances, and cost for non-traditional burials

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board approved a roofing contract for hangar 99 and a 10-year lease with DJS Aviation, LLC. The board also reviewed financial reports and received an update on CIP Grant Funding. A final plan for ramp and taxiway work is expected in January.

• Approved replacement of 15,000 sq ft of R-panel roofing on hangar 99 by Stevan Buren Roofing Co. (All in favor)
• Approved 10-year lease agreement with DJS Aviation, LLC (All in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes for 9/12/22 (All in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes for 10/24/22 (All in favor)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The board approved the meeting minutes from October 26, 2022. Members reviewed completed FY 2022 capital projects and operations, and discussed potential FY 2023 capital projects.

• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Museum Advisory Board

The Cleburne Museum Advisory Board will meet on November 15, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the Cleburne Railroad Museum. The agenda includes approval of October minutes, a treasurer's report, and discussion of the 2023 meeting schedule. Public comments may be made in person or submitted online by 4:30 p.m. the same day.

• Approval of minutes for October 25, 2022
• Treasurer's report
• October attendance and programs report
• Announcement of upcoming programs and events (Whistle Stop)
• Discussion of 2023 meeting schedule

The board approved the minutes from the October 25 meeting and the treasurer's report for July. The manager provided attendance data and a schedule of upcoming events, including the Walls Winter Wonderland exhibit. The board will move to an alternate-month meeting schedule starting in January 2023.

• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July Treasurer's Report (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission denied a request to rezone 24.08 acres south of West Henderson Street due to traffic concerns. Several platting requests and a specific use permit for a sales trailer were approved.

• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 30-day plat extension for Vaughn Addition (6-0)
• Approved final plat of Silo Mills Phase 1C.1 with conditions (6-0)
• Approved replat of Oak Grove Place with minimum lot width variance of 49.9 feet (6-0)
• Approved specific use permit for temporary sales trailer at 919 Eloise Lane (6-0)
• Denied rezoning of 24.08 acres to Planned Development District for multi-family and commercial use (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a Specific Use Permit for heavy load vehicle parking on 4.9 acres at 1807 South Main Street. They will also consider a $63,235 contract to update sign regulations, an ordinance to expand the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction by 148.87 acres for potential residential development, and authorize up to $66,000 for deck renovations at Cleburne Golf Links.

• Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for heavy load vehicle parking at 1807 S. Main Street (ZC22-028)
• Resolution authorizing $63,235 contract with Freese and Nichols to update Chapter 156 sign regulations
• Ordinance to expand extraterritorial jurisdiction by 148.87 acres near FM 1434 and County Road 1224 for single-family development
• Expenditure of up to $66,000 for main deck renovation and staircases at Cleburne Golf Links
• Expenditure of up to $57,437.56 for Layland Museum west elevation repointing

Council approved several facility renovations, a budget amendment for a pumper truck, and a specific use permit for heavy vehicle parking. The city also extended its local disaster declaration and expanded its extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Extended Declaration of Local Disaster until December 13, 2022
• Approved lease assignment of Tract 501 to Stephen M. Reid, II
• Accepted Cleburne Public Library Five Year Plan (2023–2027)
• Approved $63,235 contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for sign regulation updates
• Approved $57,437.56 for Layland Museum west elevation renovation
• Approved $66,000 for Cleburne Golf Links deck and staircase renovation
• Approved specific use permit for heavy load vehicle parking at 1807 South Main Street
• Expanded extraterritorial jurisdiction to include a 148.87 acre tract

Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 - Chisholm

The board approved the minutes from the November 9, 2021 meeting. The board also approved the annual report as presented.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting (Motion Carried)
• Approved annual report (Motion Carried)

Library Advisory Board

The board approved the October minutes and the Treasurer's report. Members discussed long-range planning, including technology upgrades and programming for young families. A motion to repurpose $500 for Fall Festival needs was approved.

• Approved Treasurer's Report
• Approved October meeting minutes
• Approved repurposing $500 for Fall Festival needs
• Proposed $600 for staff Christmas gift cards (status TBD)

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Board recommended that City Council approve spending up to $175,357 for renovations of athletic fields 4, 5, and 6 at the Cleburne Sports Complex. To cover a $45,357 funding gap, the Board proposed using funds originally budgeted for a robotic field painter. The Board also received status updates on several park projects.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended to City Council expenditure of up to $175,357 for athletic field renovations by Texas Multi-Chem, LTD (6-0)

Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 - Industrial

The board approved the minutes from the December 10, 2021 meeting and the annual report. The board also reviewed financials and received an update on the Sparks Drive extension.

• Approved minutes from December 10, 2021 meeting (Motion Carried)
• Approved annual report as presented (Motion Carried)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The board held introductions and received updates on shelter hiring and public reopening. Members established the dates for the remaining two meetings of the year.

• Set next meeting for November 16, 2022, at 12 PM
• Set final 2022 meeting for December 14, 2022, at 12 PM

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone approximately 95 acres from commercial/industrial to a Planned Development District for the Railhead mixed-use project, including commercial, townhomes, and multi-family units. Other action items include authorizing a $430,987 ambulance purchase, up to $97,485 for cool decking at Splash Station, and up to $95,842 for a UV system replacement at Splash Station. The consent agenda includes extending the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, approving investment reports, and a Chapter 380 agreement for Diller's Barber Shop rehabilitation.

• Rezoning of ±94.793 acres south of US 67 for Railhead PD, a mixed-use town center with commercial and residential uses
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F550 Braun ambulance for $430,987 from Siddons-Martin Emergency Group
• Expenditure up to $97,485 for cool decking treatment at Splash Station
• Expenditure up to $95,842 for replacement of ultraviolet system at Splash Station
• Chapter 380 agreement with Diller's Barber Shop for $3,117 reimbursement under Downtown Building Rehabilitation Program

Council approved the rezoning of approximately 95 acres for the Railhead mixed-use Town Center and adopted updated 2021 international building and fire codes. The city also authorized several equipment purchases, including a new ambulance and police camera systems. A variance request for alcohol sales near Lowell Smith Middle School was denied.

• Approved rezoning of ±94.793 acres for Railhead mixed-use development
• Denied alcohol sales variance for Prime Corner at 1713 Country Club Road
• Approved purchase of 2024 Ford F550 ambulance not to exceed $430,987
• Approved 5-year agreement for police in-car and body cameras not to exceed $588,915
• Adopted 2021 International Building and Fire Codes effective Dec 1, 2022
• Approved $3,117 reimbursement for Diller’s Barber Shop building repairs
• Approved $97,485 for Splash Station cool decking and $95,842 for UV system replacement
• Approved preliminary plats for Big Horn 124 Addition and 4 Points Estates

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the Family Festival and other upcoming events. The board will also consider approval of the September 20, 2022 meeting minutes and receive a treasurer's report.

• Family Festival update
• Manager's report on upcoming events
• Approval of September 20, 2022 minutes
• Treasurer's report

The board approved the minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting and the treasurer's report for July. The meeting included reports on Family Fest attendance and museum visitor statistics for September.

• Approved September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July Treasurer's Report (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Board

The Cleburne Regional Airport Advisory Board voted to recommend approval of a lease assignment from Cliff Holden to Stephen M. Reid, II. The motion was made by Chris Jackson and seconded by Austin Lindert. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 12:25 PM.

• Approved lease assignment from Cliff Holden to Stephen M. Reid, II (motion by Jackson, second by Lindert)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved a Specific Use Permit for heavy-load vehicle parking on 4.902 acres zoned Industrial at 1807 South Main Street, with a condition waiving landscaping requirements only along State Highway 171. The vote was 5-1, with Commissioner Castles dissenting. The commission also voted 6-0 to cancel the regular P&Z meetings on November 28 and December 26, 2022 due to city holidays.

• Approved SUP for heavy-load vehicle parking at 1807 S Main St with landscaping waiver only along State Highway 171 (5-1)
• Approved cancellation of regular P&Z meetings on Nov 28 and Dec 26, 2022 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure renewals and several business permits. The meeting includes decisions on utility contracts, security upgrades, and economic development incentives.

• Contract with R&D Burns Brothers, Inc. for $5,427,130 for water, sewer, and street renewals
• Specific Use Permit for a steel pipe and site services yard at 3416 N. Main Street
• Specific Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 103 East Henderson Street
• Security camera purchase for water and wastewater plants not to exceed $90,712
• Façade Improvement Incentive grant up to $5,000 for 15 North Main Street

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive an overview of the FY23 budget and updates on future park projects. The meeting also includes the introduction of the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation and the Capital Project Manager.

• Overview of FY23 budget
• Update on future Park projects
• Introduction of Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation & Capital Project Manager
• Approval of August 1, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss denying a proposed rate increase from Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC. The meeting also includes several residential plat approvals and a rezoning request for retail development.

• Resolution to deny Oncor's proposed residential rate increase of 11.2%
• Public hearing for rezoning 0.915 acres at 2221 Pipeline Road from Industrial to Regional Commercial
• Up to $5,000 façade improvement incentive for Trovato, LLC at 106 East Henderson Street
• Final plat approval for Belle Lagos Phase 3 (89 lots) and Meadowbrook Addition (177 lots)
• Final plat approval for Blackbird Meadows (45 lots) in the extraterritorial jurisdiction

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to review reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes updates on the Family Festival and upcoming events.

• Approval of August 16, 2022 minutes
• Family Festival update
• Treasurer's Report
• Manager's monthly report and upcoming events

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the fiscal year 2023 budget and a proposed property tax rate of $0.640476 per $100 valuation. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the tax rate and a vote to ratify a property tax revenue increase of $492,034.

• Proposed FY2023 tax rate of $0.640476 per $100 valuation
• Purchase of 992 water meters not to exceed $407,444
• TxDOT grant of $50,000 for routine airport maintenance
• 30-year land lease agreement with Partners Aviation, Inc. for Tract 501
• Appointment of Ashleigh Green to the Cleburne Police Reserve Force

City Council

The Council will consider a new redistricting plan for single-member districts based on 2020 Census data. Additionally, the meeting includes public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 annual budget and tax rate.

• Redistricting of City Council single-member districts
• Rezoning of 4.138 acres at 2637 North Nolan River Road for heavy equipment sales/repair
• Rezoning of 11.195 acres near Hix Road for commercial development
• Gas rate settlement resulting in a $4.60 monthly increase for average residential usage
• Garbage and trash hauling rate adjustments effective October 1, 2022

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to review financial and operational updates. The agenda includes a treasurer's report for June and July, as well as reports from the President and Manager regarding fundraisers and upcoming events.

• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2022
• Treasurer’s Report for June and July
• President's report on fundraisers
• Manager's report on intern and Priscilla Schubert fellowship
• Discussion of upcoming events

City Council

The City Council will discuss a rezoning request for 138.25 acres and a variance for alcohol sales at 1001 South Caddo Street. The body is also deciding on budget amendments for airport brokerage fees and a police motorcycle replacement.

• Rezoning of ±138.25 acres from SF-7 to SF-6 south of State Highway 171/Weatherford Highway
• Public hearing for alcohol sales variance at 1001 South Caddo Street
• Budget increase of $54,360 for Airport Fund professional services for Hangar 98 lease
• Budget increase of $36,882 for a replacement Harley-Davidson police motorcycle
• Façade improvement match of up to $2,302 for Diller’s Barber Shop at 202 East Chambers Street

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving July meeting minutes and appointing board officials. The board will also review recommendations regarding a monument at McGregor Park and equipment donations for Hulen Park.

• Proposal to fill in the McGregor Park pond and install a 9-11 Honor Monument
• Acceptance of a Gaga Pit, Game Board, and Benches for Hulen Park from the Cleburne Rotary Club
• Appointment of Parks & Recreation Board members to serve as Board Officials

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a city district redistricting plan and two zoning requests. Additionally, the council is considering creating an Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation position and upgrading the Communications Manager role.

• Public hearing for a city council district redistricting plan
• Rezoning request for 2.5 acres at 6105 CR 1022 from IH to PD
• Rezoning request for 8.94 acres north of Harlin Drive and Woodard Avenue from PD/SF-7 to MF-1/LC
• Creation of an Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation position at $156,000 annually
• Extension of the Declaration of Local Disaster until August 9, 2022

Museum Advisory Board

The meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda consisted of procedural boilerplate including reports and the approval of previous minutes.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a large-scale residential project and update building standards for the Bates Ridge subdivision. The body is also considering sewer infrastructure improvements and adjustments to school zones near Wheat Middle School.

• Preliminary plat for Wright Farms consisting of 1,520 single-family residential lots
• Engineering services agreement with Garver, LLC for Hulen Park Area sewer improvements not to exceed $398,692
• Budget amendment for municipal airport fuel increasing adopted revenue to $1,309,838
• Contract for FY 2022 auditing services not to exceed $58,700
• Ordinance to extend school zones on Woodard Avenue and Harlin Drive

City Council

The City Council will hold a special workshop to discuss and make adjustments to council district boundaries. The meeting includes a period for citizens to provide comments.

• Work session to adjust council district boundaries

City Council

The City Council will discuss rezoning a property on Fuller Road for duplexes and increasing building permit re-inspection fees. The body is also considering the reappointment of the Municipal Court Judge and various board members.

• Rezoning ±2.0 acres at 910 Fuller Road from SF-7 to MF-1 for two duplexes
• Increasing building permit re-inspection fees from $25.00 to $70 for residential and $85.50 for commercial
• Reappointment of Michael Kurmes as Municipal Court Judge at an annual compensation of $60,638
• Façade improvement matching incentive for 108 E. Chambers Street with a maximum reimbursement of $5,000
• Three-year lease of airport hangar 701 to Aeropremiere, Inc at $484.00 per month

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to approve May minutes and review reports from the treasurer, president, and manager. Discussions include fundraisers, an intern, and upcoming events.

• Approval of May 17, 2022 minutes
• Treasurer's Report for May
• President's report on fundraisers and intern
• Manager's monthly report and upcoming events

City Council

The City Council is discussing the redistricting of single member districts following 2020 US Census data. The body is also considering updates to floodplain management and street sign ordinances, as well as approvals for two residential subdivisions.

• Adoption of criteria and guidelines for the 2022 redistricting process
• Public hearing on updating street name sign requirements in Chapter 154
• Public hearing on updating floodplain management to maintain a Class 8 NFIP rating
• Final plat approval for Osborne Addition (8 residential lots) at County Road 801 and County Road 701A
• Final plat approval for Belle Meadows Phase 4 (59 single-family residential lots)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Board will consider the approval of minutes from the February 7, 2022 meeting. Members will also review and recommend a rental agreement form for Cleburne Golf Links to the City Council.

• Approval of February 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review and recommendation of Cleburne Golf Links Rental Agreement Form
• Update on Section 154.047 “Park Facilities”
• Update on 4B Economic Development Corporation bond issuance

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a resolution to suspend an Oncor Electric Delivery Company rate increase request. Other agenda items include economic development bonds, park fee calculations, and various land use requests.

• Resolution to suspend Oncor Electric Delivery Company's requested rate change
• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Burleson for $39,113.26 in transportation contributions
• Issuance of Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2022
• Specific Use Permit for expansion of United Ag & Turf at 3319 North Main Street
• Expansion of the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction to include a 106.03-acre tract

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet at the Cleburne Railroad Museum to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a treasurer's report, a president's report on fundraisers, and a manager's monthly report.

• Approval of April 19th, 2022 minutes
• Treasurer’s Report for April
• President’s Report regarding fundraisers
• Manager’s Monthly Report and upcoming events

City Council

The City Council will perform the official canvass of votes for the City of Cleburne and Cleburne Independent School District. Two council members will review election records to verify results from the May 7, 2022, joint general election.

• Official canvass of the City of Cleburne and Cleburne Independent School District Joint General Election
• Resolution declaring the results of the May 7, 2022, Joint General Election

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed mid-year cost of living adjustment for city employees and a corresponding budget amendment. The body will also consider a plat extension for a residential project and a land lease assignment at the regional airport.

• Proposed 2.5% COLA for most employees and 1.5% for department heads, totaling $211,251
• Budget amendment #7 to appropriate $295,893 for COLA and utility staffing restructure
• 30-day plat extension for Oak Hill Estates (±26.065 acres) at S. Brazos Ave and Edgewood Ln
• Land lease agreement assignment for Hangar 501 at Cleburne Regional Airport
• Extension of the local disaster declaration until May 24, 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning and expanding a self-storage facility. The body is also considering updates to grease trap regulations, street design standards, and library fees.

• Rezoning ±0.212 acres to Regional Commercial District for Svendsen Properties, LLC
• Proposed construction of two additional mini warehouse buildings for Creekside Storage
• Renewal of building inspection agreement with Safebuilt Texas LLC not to exceed $101,000
• Generator transfer switch and connection box at Splash Station by C&P Electrical Systems LLC for $35,500
• Budget appropriation of $43,550 from General Fund reserves for Golf Links renovations

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet at the Cleburne Railroad Museum to review reports and discuss upcoming activities. The agenda includes a treasurer's report for January through March and a discussion regarding a fundraiser.

• Approval of minutes from the March 29, 2022 meeting
• Treasurer’s Report for Jan-Feb-Mar
• President’s Report: Fundraiser Discussion
• Manager’s Report: Monthly Report and Upcoming Events

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests and a comprehensive update to the city's Zoning Ordinance and Future Land Use Plan. Additionally, the agenda includes extending the local disaster declaration and renewing various service agreements.

• Rezoning of 609 Colorado Street from M1 to SF-4
• Rezoning of 941 North Border Street from M1 to SF-4
• Extension of the Declaration of Local Disaster until April 26, 2022
• Extension of fire dispatch services agreement with Johnson County ESD #1 for $10,000 annually
• Economic development rebate of up to $4,000 for 1138A Alvarado Street

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Treasurer and President. The Manager's report includes updates on the Cleburne Railroad Museum opening and internship opportunities.

• Monthly Report
• Opening and First Weeks at the Cleburne Railroad Museum
• Internship

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold a special workshop regarding city finances. The meeting includes discussion of the budget, financial information, and strategic planning.

• Discussion of budget and financial information
• Discussion of strategic planning

City Council

The Council will review several rezoning applications, including a request for a Johnson County maintenance shop. The agenda also includes approving facade improvement reimbursements and appointing election judges.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1.82 acres at 201 and 205 West Harrell Street to C1 Local Business District
• Public hearing for rezoning 0.20 acres at 314 North Anglin Street to SF-4 Single-Family Dwelling District
• Facade improvement reimbursements for JML Investments, Ltd. at 1705, 2201, and 2203 North Main Street
• Audiovisual renovation contract for Booker T. Washington Community and Recreation Center up to $29,590.35
• Appointment of election judges for the May 7, 2022, Joint General Election

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests for residential developments and a contract renewal for sludge disposal. Additionally, the council will review an agreement with TXDOT for Industrial Boulevard improvements and a budget amendment for a new Parks & Recreation position.

• Rezoning of 0.51 acres at 216 Cleveland Street for duplexes
• Rezoning of 31.43 acres near S. Nolan River Road for single-family development
• Contract renewal with Republic Services for sludge transportation and disposal
• $82,000 budget amendment for a Parks & Recreation Project Manager position
• Advance funding agreement with TXDOT for Industrial Boulevard construction

Museum Advisory Board

The meeting notice announces a sneak-peak event and an official grand opening ceremony for the Cleburne Railroad Museum. The museum is located at 206 North Main St, Cleburne 76031.

• Sneak-Peak event on Thursday, February 10, 2022
• Official Grand Opening Ceremony on Friday, February 11, 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a general election for Mayor and Councilmembers for Districts One and Four. The body is also reviewing several rezoning requests and city service contracts.

• Ordinance ordering a general election on May 7, 2022
• Rezoning of ±138.25 acres to Single-Family Dwelling District for a residential subdivision
• Rezoning of ±29.07 acres to amend multi-family standards for Live Oak Apartments
• 5-year lease purchase agreement with Kyocera Document Solutions not to exceed $291,610
• Agreement with Freese & Nichols, Inc for landfill environmental monitoring not to exceed $56,610

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to consider the approval of meeting minutes from November 1, 2021. The board will also review and recommend a spring carnival at Hulen Park.

• Review and recommendation of Cleburne Performing Arts Spring Carnival at Hulen Park (April 5–11, 2022)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several economic development incentives and infrastructure upgrades. Key items include a new radio dispatch system for police and a rezoning request for industrial development on Weatherford Highway.

• Lease-purchase of a Motorola radio dispatch console system not to exceed $949,476
• Public hearing to rezone ±34.19 acres at 3604 and 3740 Weatherford Highway to Heavy Industrial (M2)
• Budget amendment of $29,950 for a sound system at Booker T. Washington Community & Recreation Center
• Impact fee reimbursements up to $4,000 each for new homes at 890 Sabine Avenue and 202 Hollingsworth Street
• Approval of final plat for Duke Hill Estates (±15.049 acres) near FM 2135 and County Road 312

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and review reports from the treasurer, president, and manager. The board will also receive an update on the Railroad Museum expansion and opening events.

• Officer nominations and election
• Railroad Museum expansion and opening events update
• Approval of November 16, 2021 minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and an update to sidewalk requirements. The body is also considering a budget amendment for Fire Department ambulance repairs and a private water well request.

• Budget amendment of $70,950 for Fire Department ambulance repairs and a new stretcher
• Rezoning of 84.73 acres for the Bates Ridge subdivision featuring 375 single-family lots
• Rezoning of 4.05 acres on Pittman Street for future duplexes
• Specific Use Permit for a truck, trailer, and RV parking lot south of Industrial Boulevard
• Private water well request for a convenience/travel center at 1151 West Katherine P Raines Drive