Cleburne public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda with 13 routine items, including interlocal agreements for a special crimes unit, contracts for roof replacement ($319,000), playground equipment ($139,410), and mowing services ($315,190). A public hearing and action item on rezoning from RC (Regional Commercial) to another district (text cut off) will be held, along with approval of a preliminary plat for a 30-lot single-family subdivision (Island Grove) and a replat for 11 lots (Elias Addition).

• Preliminary plat for Island Grove Single Family Addition: 30 residential lots, ±9.07 acres near Fuller Road
• Conference Center roof replacement contract with Prime Source Construction, not to exceed $319,000
• Playground equipment at John Warren Sports Complex from Kompan, Inc., $139,410.93
• Downtown Building Rehabilitation incentives: $25,000 for 104 S. Robinson St., $3,242.50 for 202 E. Chambers St.
• Interlocal agreement renewal for the STOP Special Crimes Unit with multiple jurisdictions

The Cleburne City Council approved the consent agenda as a single motion, covering 14 routine items such as the Conference Center roof replacement, a playground at John Warren Sports Complex, and a sewer line development agreement. The council also approved several zoning changes and specific use permits, including a tattoo studio and a temporary office trailer for the Avilla Railhead development. A rezoning for a restaurant at 200 Poindexter Avenue was denied.

• Approved consent agenda with 14 items (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to PD at W. Henderson & N. Field (unanimous)
• Approved SUP for temporary office trailer at Avilla Railhead (unanimous)
• Approved SUP for tattoo studio at 1707 S. Main St (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning for restaurant at 200 Poindexter Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minor plat for Daugherty Properties with variance denied (unanimous)
• Approved TIRZ No. 3 project and financing plan (unanimous)
• Approved amended agreement with Johnson County for TIRZ No. 3 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several residential subdivision plats and two zoning matters. These include a request for a planned development district and updates to fencing and screening regulations.

• Preliminary plat for Island Grove Single Family Addition (30 lots, ±9.07 acres) on Fuller Road
• Replat of Elias Addition (11 lots, ±5.54 acres) on North Wilhite Street
• Final plats for Frontier Phase 1A (147 lots, ±32.30 acres) and Phase 1B (113 lots, ±29.72 acres) on County Road 904
• Rezoning request to Planned Development District for commercial use at West Henderson Street and North Field Street (±1.50 acres)
• Proposed amendments to zoning regulations for residential and nonresidential fencing and screening requirements

The Cleburne Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning request to a Planned Development District for commercial development at the southwest intersection of West Henderson Street and North Field Street. The commission also approved two final plats for the Frontier residential development in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, a consent agenda with two plats, and a zoning ordinance amendment on fencing and screening requirements. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved PD rezoning for commercial development at W. Henderson St. & N. Field St. (4-0)
• Approved final plat of Frontier Phase 1A, 147 single-family lots in ETJ (4-0)
• Approved final plat of Frontier Phase 1B, 113 single-family lots in ETJ (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with preliminary plat of Island Grove (30 lots) and replat of Elias Addition (11 lots) (4-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment on fencing and screening requirements (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 11, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Tax Increment Financing District No. 4 - Downtown

The Tax Increment Financing District 4 Board will consider approving minutes from its June 2024 meeting and discuss the project plan for the downtown reinvestment zone. A public comment period is provided for residents to address the board on any matter.

• Approval of meeting minutes from June 13, 2024
• Summary of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number Four
• Discuss and consider Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4 Project Plan

The TIF Zone No. 4 Board met and approved the minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting as presented. The board discussed the TIF project plan, including a potential alley abandonment, downtown parking structure, and an economic study, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved minutes from June 13, 2024 meeting as presented

Cemetery Advisory Board

The board will hear an annual facility update and an update on a January facility cleanup. They also will consider approving minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting. Public comments are invited.

• Consider minutes from May 21, 2024 meeting
• Annual Facility Update discussion
• Update on January Facility Cleanup
• Citizens comments opportunity

Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 - Chisholm

The Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the Preliminary Project and Financing Plan and a City-County Interlocal Agreement. The board will also review financials, the annual report, and receive an update on Cleburne Station Parkway improvements. Public comment is available.

• Consider and approve meeting minutes from July 30, 2024
• Discuss and review financials
• Discuss and consider approval of the annual report
• Receive update on Cleburne Station Parkway improvements
• Discuss and consider approval of Preliminary Project and Financing Plan and City and County Interlocal Agreement

Library Advisory Board

The Cleburne Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss routine business including a treasurer's report, approval of October 7 minutes, and results from the Fall Festival. The board will also receive library updates and consider board appointments.

• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024
• Discussion of Fall Festival results
• Outreach Project update
• Library Updates
• Library Board Appointments

Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 - Industrial

The Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 Board will hold a regular meeting to review financials, consider approval of the annual report, and discuss options for the reinvestment zone. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and take public comments.

• Consider approval of the annual report for TIRZ #1
• Discuss options regarding Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1
• Review financials of the district
• Approve meeting minutes from November 6, 2023
• Public comments on any matter

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation will consider recommending two expenditures to the City Council. These items involve piping for a splash station and a new playground installation.

• Manual valved piping for Splash Station from Aqua-Rec, Inc not to exceed $41,382
• Playground purchase and installation for John Warren Sports Complex from Kompan, Inc not to exceed $139,410.93

Museum Advisory Board

The board will hear a museum update covering finances, attendance, upcoming programs, exhibits, membership, and maintenance. No votes on ordinances or contracts are anticipated. Public comments are invited before the discussion.

• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024
• Financial update on museum operations
• Recent attendance and programs report
• Upcoming events and exhibits update
• Membership and maintenance updates

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider two variance requests from property owner Elena Garcia to allow a 675-square-foot outdoor deck at a proposed restaurant, Taqueria Anaxtasia, at 402 West Henderson Street. The variances would reduce the rear setback from 5 feet to 3 feet and increase the maximum allowable floor area for accessory structures by 375 square feet. The board will also approve the minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting.

• Variance to reduce minimum rear yard setback from 5 feet to 3 feet for an outdoor deck
• Variance to increase maximum floor area for nonresidential accessory structures by 375 square feet (to 675 sq ft total)
• Property at 402 West Henderson Street, proposed Taqueria Anaxtasia restaurant
• One formal opposition received from nearby property owners within 200 feet
• Approval of October 15, 2024, ZBA meeting minutes

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions and one ordinance on the agenda. Items include authorizing vehicle and equipment purchases, police license plate recognition cameras, a development agreement amendment for the Wright Farms project, and park improvements. The council will also consider a budget amendment for a sanitation truck component and a boundary adjustment for a five-acre tract.

• Purchase of 21 Chevrolet vehicles, one trash truck chassis, and one trash truck body for $2,523,463
• Agreement with Flock Safety for 10 fixed license plate recognition cameras for the police department, two-year cost not to exceed $66,500
• Second amendment to development agreement for 552-acre Wright Farms residential development, adding Lennar Homes as an owner
• Renovation of house at Winston Patrick McGregor Park for Parks & Recreation administrative office, not to exceed $68,278
• Purchase of precast concrete restroom for Winston Patrick McGregor Park from CXT, Inc. for $119,109

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. The resolution also covers bond terms, security, and related agreements. Other agenda items are procedural roll call and public comments.

• Public hearing and resolution to authorize Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
• Approval of bond purchase agreement, paying agent/registrar agreement, and official statement

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a study session at 6:00 p.m. followed by a regular session at 6:30 p.m. to consider several land-use requests, including a minor plat with a variance, two specific use permits, and a rezoning proposal. Public hearings are required for all four cases. The commission will also vote on rescheduling and cancelling future meetings due to holidays.

• Minor plat of Lot 1, Block 1 of Daugherty Properties Addition for a commercial lot with a variance to the mutual access easement dedication requirement, at 3507/3509 N Main St (PC24-045).
• Specific Use Permit for a temporary office trailer and storage containers for the Avilla Railhead multi-family development, at 150 Cleburne Station Parkway (ZC24-041).
• Specific Use Permit for a tattoo and piercing studio on ±0.27 acres at 1707 S Main St (ZC24-039).
• Rezone ±0.16 acres from SF-7 (Single-Family Dwelling District) to PD (Planned Development District) for a proposed restaurant at 200 Poindexter Avenue (ZC24-030).
• Motions to reschedule the May 26, 2025 meeting to May 19 due to Memorial Day, and cancel the November 24 and December 22, 2025 meetings due to city holidays.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider three zoning requests. These include a permit for industrial office trailers and two residential subdivision requests. All decisions will be sent to the City Council for consideration on November 12, 2024.

• Specific Use Permit for temporary office trailers and storage containers at 1221 West Industrial Boulevard (±139.80 acres)
• Amendment to development standards for Sharp Meadows residential subdivision on ±34.56 acres
• Rezoning request from Industrial to Planned Development for a single-family residential subdivision at 496 West Vaughn Road (±33.89 acres)

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Cleburne City Council at the Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon. No official city business or decisions are scheduled.

• Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon on October 23, 2024, at Cleburne Conference Center

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will vote on a $1,557,000 fire engine purchase, a $500,000 contract for high-pressure water system improvements, and amendments to impact fees. Two public hearings will address specific use permits for a manufactured home and an auto service garage. The consent agenda includes purchases of police radios, cable/internet services, and a skid steer.

• Purchase of a fire engine from Metro Fire Apparatus for $1,557,000 (RS7)
• Professional engineering services for High-Pressure Plane Improvements Project up to $500,000 (RS8)
• Amendment to Chapter 158: Impact Fees of the Code of Ordinances (OR3)
• Authorization for Charter Communications services not to exceed $152,650 (RS2)
• Purchase of 15 Motorola APX radios for $128,616 (RS1)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a variance request for a nonresidential accessory building. The applicant seeks to increase the allowed floor area for a structure intended to house equipment for a portable storage business.

• Variance request (Case VC24-006) for a 3,000-square-foot accessory building at 3509 North Main Street
• Proposed increase of maximum allowed floor area from 50% to 75% of the principal building's size
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 17, 2024

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold a public forum and discuss a proposed ordinance amending Title XV (Land Usage) and Chapter 158 (Impact Fees) of the city code. No votes are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only.

• Discuss ordinance amending impact fees for land usage

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review two platting requests and two specific use permits. Decisions on these items will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration on October 22, 2024.

• 30-day plat extension for Blakney Place Addition (±9.78 acres) near Cedar Street and Blakney Street
• Replat of lots 1-3, Block 1 of Martha Miranda No. 2 Addition at 813 Carmela Court (±0.96 acres)
• Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 1417 Smoothe Stone Drive (±0.19 acres)
• Specific Use Permit for a major automobile service garage at 4018 North Main Street (±2.20 acres)

City Council

City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider updating land use assumptions, the capital improvements plan, and impact fees. The body is also reviewing several professional engineering contracts for water, sewer, and wastewater infrastructure.

• Public hearing on amending Title XV, Chapter 158 regarding water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees
• Specific Use Permit request for a petroleum and gas storage facility at 210A Kimberly Drive
• Engineering agreement with Garver, LLC for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation not to exceed $401,630
• Engineering agreement with Elder Engineering, Inc for 2025 water and sewer renewals not to exceed $101,000
• Cybersecurity software and services agreement with CyberForce|Q, LLC not to exceed $186,650

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Cleburne Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2024. The board will consider approving the minutes from its July 1, 2024 meeting. The main agenda item is an update on budgets and projects for Fiscal Year 2025. Citizens may comment in person or submit comments online.

• Consider minutes from the July 1, 2024 meeting
• Update on Budgets and Projects for Fiscal Year 2025
• Public comment opportunity (in-person or online by 11:00am)

Library Advisory Board

The Cleburne Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2024. Items include a treasurer’s report, approval of September minutes, discussion of the Fall Festival, outreach efforts, library updates, and board appointments. No specific dollar amounts or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024
• Treasurer’s report
• Fall Festival planning discussion
• Library board appointments
• Outreach updates

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to consider recommending approval of a lease agreement with Larry Cheatwood and authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Routine Airport Maintenance (RAMP) Grant with the Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division. The public can attend in person or submit comments online by 4 PM on the meeting day.

• Consider recommendation of approval for a lease agreement with Larry Cheatwood
• Consider recommendation to authorize City Manager to enter into RAMP Grant with TxDOT Aviation Division

City Council

This notice informs that a quorum of the Cleburne City Council may be present at an event featuring Justin Bragiel from the Texas Hotel & Lodging Association at the Cleburne Conference Center. No formal decisions or discussions are scheduled; this is a procedural notice only.

• Notice of possible quorum for a presentation by Texas Hotel & Lodging Association representative

City Council

The City Council will discuss updated pay scales and recruitment incentives for police and fire employees. The meeting includes public hearings on rezoning requests and the renaming of a city park.

• Rezoning of 5.73 acres at 912 Fuller Road from Planned Development to Single-Family Dwelling
• Zoning and Specific Use Permit amendment for a self-storage facility at 3905 North Main Street
• Renaming Kirtley Park to Lakeshore Park and designating an overlook as Kirtley Point
• Up to $5,000 reimbursement for façade improvements at 107 South Caddo Street
• Updated pay scale for civil service employees effective October 13, 2024

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss a specific request regarding development at the airport. The board will consider recommending a 90-day extension for Heffley Aviation to begin construction on tract 2200.

• Recommendation of a 90-day extension for Heffley Aviation to break ground on tract 2200

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a petroleum and gas storage facility on 2.71 acres at 210A Kimberly Drive. The applicant, Propane Exchange LLC, seeks to relocate from across the street and requests deviations from standard requirements, including waiving a dumpster enclosure and allowing gravel for parking. The commission will also discuss an update on City Council actions and convene an executive session for legal advice on the same SUP. No other major decisions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and vote on SUP for petroleum and gas storage facility (Case ZC24-035) at 210A Kimberly Drive, 2.71 acres in industrial district
• Request to waive three-sided masonry enclosure for existing dumpster
• Request to allow road base gravel in lieu of concrete/asphalt for delivery vehicle parking and outside storage
• Executive session to receive legal advice from City Attorney on the SUP
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024 meeting

Other Notices/Committees

The 4B Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Committee will hold a workshop to consider notes from a prior meeting and receive an update from Kimley-Horn on the Kirtley Park project. Public comments are accepted in person or online.

• Consider workshop notes from June 26, 2024
• Kimley-Horn to provide update on Kirtley Park Project

Other Notices/Committees

The POP Committee, consisting of City Council, School Board, and Chamber members, will meet to discuss interagency planning processes and communication strategies related to residential development. The committee will also consider minutes from a previous meeting and explore other partnership opportunities. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss and consider process for interagency planning
• Discuss and consider communication efforts regarding residential development
• Discuss other partnership opportunities
• Consider minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting
• Citizens comments opportunity

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board is holding a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and receive updates from museum staff on finances, attendance, programs, fundraising, exhibits, and internships. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from May 21, 2024
• Financial update for the museum
• Recent attendance and programs report
• Fundraiser update
• Exhibits and internship updates

The Layland Museum Advisory Board met on September 17, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports on finances, attendance, upcoming events, fundraising, exhibits, and an internship update. The board was informed of several grants received and pending, and discussed plans for future fundraising and exhibit projects.

• Approved minutes from May 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a request for a variance to reduce the minimum side yard setback for an accessory building on a 0.32-acre lot at 1504 Tennyson Lane. The board will also approve meeting minutes from June 18, 2024, and take public comments on non-agenda items.

• Variance request from Section 155.3.08.A to reduce minimum side yard setback for accessory building at 1504 Tennyson Lane (Case VC24-005, requested by Mary Boedeker)

The Cleburne Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance request (VC24-005) from Mary Boedeker to reduce the minimum side yard setback for an accessory building (carport) on a 0.32-acre property at 1504 Tennyson Lane. The board also approved the minutes of the June 18, 2024 meeting. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance VC24-005 for side yard setback reduction at 1504 Tennyson Lane (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving prior meeting minutes, announce an entry-level police exam date, and vote on appointing Debra Powledge as Director of the Civil Service Commission. The meeting also includes public comment and routine procedural items.

• Appointment of Debra Powledge to Director of Civil Service Commission
• Announcement of entry-level police exam on November 19, 2024
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2024 meeting

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from its April 30, 2024 meeting and appointed Debra Powledge, Assistant City Manager, as Director of the Civil Service Commission. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes from April 30, 2024 meeting
• Appointed Debra Powledge as Director of Civil Service Commission

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is deciding on several major fiscal items, including issuing up to $47 million in certificates of obligation for capital improvements, adopting the FY2025 budget, and setting a tax rate of $0.588504 per $100 valuation (an increase from the prior year). A rezoning request for duplexes on Fuller Road was withdrawn by the applicant. The council will also award a $2.68 million contract for Industrial Boulevard paving, drainage, and sewer improvements.

• Ordinance authorizing $47M in tax and revenue certificates for General and Water & Sewer CIP ($8.9M general, $36.95M water/sewer)
• Rezoning request for three duplexes at 734, 736, 738 Fuller Road withdrawn (previously recommended denial 6-0)
• Public hearing and adoption of FY2025 budget and tax rate of $0.588504 per $100 valuation (6.85% property tax revenue increase in General/Debt Service funds)
• Resolution to ratify property tax revenue increase of $1,183,171 (6.85%) for FY2025 budget
• Contract award to Day Services, LLC for $2,685,611.33 for Industrial Boulevard paving, drainage, and sewer improvements (total project budget $2,750,000)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with routine administrative items including a treasurer's report, approval of minutes, summer reading report, library updates, discussion of the Fall Festival, and library board appointments. Public comments are accepted in person or in writing before the meeting. The agenda is primarily procedural with no major policy changes or spending decisions.

• Approval of minutes for May 6, 2024
• Summer Reading Report
• Library Updates
• Fall Festival discussion
• Library Board Appointments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and consider two land-use requests. These include a rezoning request for a property on Fuller Road and an amendment to a specific use permit on North Main Street.

• Request to rezone ±5.73 acres at 912 Fuller Road from PD to SF-7 (Single-Family Dwelling District), Case ZC24-033
• Request to amend Zoning and Specific Use Permit (SUP) Ordinance No. 12-2023-84 for a self-storage facility on ±15.75 acres at 3905 North Main Street, Case ZC24-032

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to recommend the FY 2025 Airport Fee Schedule. The board will also discuss plans for Hangar 99 and review updates on AWOS and other improvement projects at KCPT.

• Recommendation of FY 2025 Airport Fee Schedule
• Plan of action for Hangar 99
• Update on AWOS and improvement projects
• Discussion of upcoming events and projects at KCPT

The Cleburne Regional Airport Advisory Board met and heard public comment from Tristan Noe of Plane Place Aviation, who expressed interest in bidding on the upcoming Hangar 99 occupancy. The board approved the minutes from the March 18 and April 8 meetings. No votes were taken on the FY2025 fee increase, which was tabled, and the board received updates on Hangar 99, AWOS, and other projects.

• Approved minutes from March 18 and April 8 meetings
• Tabled FY2025 fee increase discussion
• Heard Plane Place Aviation's interest in Hangar 99 bid

City Council

The City Council may have a quorum present on September 3, 2024, at the Cleburne Conference Center for a public event regarding the Lakeshore Drive Reconstruction and Kirtley Park Improvements. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; this is a notice of possible attendance only.

• Possible quorum at Lakeshore Drive Reconstruction and Kirtley Park Improvements event
• Event location: Cleburne Conference Center, 1501 W Henderson St

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on a rezoning at 510 S Walnut St, the FY2025 budget, and renaming County Road 1216. Among consent items, it will consider a $164.7M settlement with Atmos Energy over gas rate review, replace Splash Station slide stair treads for $21,500, and approve annual software license fees of $55,292. The meeting also includes a proclamation for 9/11 Day of Remembrance and a police re-accreditation presentation.

• Public hearing on rezoning 0.39 acres at 510 S Walnut St from MF-2 to SF-10
• Consider resolution approving $164.7M Atmos Energy rate settlement reducing requested increase by $32.1M
• Consider resolution to replace Splash Station slide stair treads for $21,500
• Public hearing on FY2025 annual budget
• Consider resolution to rename County Road 1216 segments to Cattleman Drive and Pioneer Drive

The Cleburne City Council approved the consent agenda (minus a withdrawn item), a rezoning at 510 South Walnut Street, street name changes for County Road 1216, and a resolution setting a public hearing on impact fees. They also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Johnson County Special Utility District for water cooperation. The FY2025 budget and tax rate were discussed but not adopted, with adoption scheduled for September 10, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda (items RS1-RS3, RS5-RS8) as presented (5-0)
• Approved rezoning at 510 South Walnut Street from MF-2 to SF-10 (5-0)
• Approved renaming County Road 1216 segments to Cattleman Drive and Pioneer Drive (5-0)
• Set public hearing for October 8, 2024, on 5-year impact fee update (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Johnson County Special Utility District for water cooperation (4-0, Mayor Cain abstained)
• Withdrew item RS4 (Routematch software payment) by city staff

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request to rezone 734, 736, and 738 Fuller Road from SF-7 (Single-Family) to PD (Planned Development) to allow construction of three duplexes (six units) on ±0.85 acres. The meeting includes a study session to review agenda items and a regular session for public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Rezoning request (Case ZC24-020) at 734, 736, and 738 Fuller Road from SF-7 to PD for three duplex dwellings (six total units) on ±0.85 acres
• Discussion of City Council actions on prior Planning and Zoning cases
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 12, 2024

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to consider accepting a revised 5-year update to the city's Impact Fee Report, covering land use assumptions, capital improvement plan, and impact fees. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of the July 22, 2024 minutes.

• Consider acceptance of revised 5-year update to the City's Impact Fee Report regarding land use assumptions, capital improvement plan and impact fees
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2024
• Citizen comments open to in-person and written submissions

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee approved revisions to the impact fee report, which adjust maximum allowable fees for roadway, water, and wastewater. The motion passed 5-2. The report will be presented to City Council on August 27 for a vote and public hearing scheduling.

• Approved revisions to impact fee report with recommended percentages (5-2)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2024 (7-0)

City Council

This is a public notice that a quorum of the Cleburne City Council may attend the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on August 21, 2024. No council decisions or discussions are scheduled; it is purely a procedural notice.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for a variance regarding accessory building requirements. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request for reduction to minimum side yard setback at 1504 Tennyson Lane (Case VC24-005)

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation Board will meet to consider and approve the FY2025 sales tax fund budget. The board will also consider recommending the City Council authorize up to $21,500 for GFC Contracting to replace slide stair treads at Splash Station. The meeting includes consideration of minutes from June and July 2024.

• Approve FY2025 4B Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Fund Budget
• Authorize expenditure of up to $21,500 with GFC Contracting for slide stair treads at Splash Station
• Approve minutes from June 20, 2024 and July 18, 2024 regular meetings
• Citizens comments opportunity for any matter

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation Board approved the FY2025 sales tax fund budget, including capital projects like playground and security camera replacements, and recommended a $21,500 contract for slide stair tread repairs at Splash Station. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved minutes for June 20 and July 18, 2024 meetings (4-0)
• Approved FY2025 4B Sales Tax Fund Budget (4-0)
• Recommended $21,500 expenditure to GFC Contracting for Splash Station slide stair treads (4-0)

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $40,000 budget amendment and a $40,000 professional services agreement to correct procedural errors in Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number Three. Action items include a final plat for Project Maverick South (a detention pond), a withdrawn public hearing on a proposed thoroughfare plan modification, and contracts for engineering services: $85,000 for Lakeshore Drive and Boat Ramp Road design and right-of-way acquisition, and $100,000 for a Water Treatment Plant Optimization Study. The council will also establish a land value cost figure to calculate park fees based on a biennial study.

• Budget amendment increasing appropriations by $40,000 for TIRZ #3 administration
• Professional services agreement with David Pettit Economic Development, LLC for TIRZ #3 administration not to exceed $40,000
• Agreement with Carollo Engineers for water treatment plant optimization study not to exceed $100,000
• Amendment to Kimley-Horn agreement for Lakeshore Drive and Boat Ramp Road services not to exceed $85,000
• Public hearing withdrawn on modification to University Drive alignment on Master Thoroughfare Plan for 1909 S. Nolan River Road

Type A Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne Type A Economic Development Corporation Board will consider approving minutes from August 2023, electing board officers, and a resolution adopting the FY2025 budget for the 4A Sales Tax Fund. The budget projects $3,975,000 in revenue and $2,837,348 in expenditures, primarily funding The Depot ballpark stadium and related costs. The ending fund balance is expected to increase to $15,306,744.

• Resolution 4A-08-2024-19 to approve the Type A Sales Tax Fund Budget for FY2025
• Projected revenue increase of $175,000 to $3,975,000 for FY2025
• Expenditures of $2,837,348, down $208,149 from FY2024 due to one-time turf replacement last year
• Appointment of board officers for President and Vice President for one-year terms
• Approval of minutes from the August 8, 2023 regular meeting

The Cleburne Type A Economic Development Corporation board approved the FY2025 sales tax fund budget, projecting $3,975,000 in revenue and $2,837,348 in expenditures. The board also re-elected Scott Cain as President and Derek Weathers as Vice President, and approved the prior meeting's minutes. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved FY2025 4A Sales Tax Fund budget with $3,975,000 revenue and $2,837,348 expenditures (4-0)
• Re-appointed Scott Cain as President and Derek Weathers as Vice President (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 regular meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a rezoning request and a final plat. The body will consider changing a property's designation to single-family residential and approving a large agricultural lot.

• Rezoning request for ±0.39 acres at 510 South Walnut Street from MF-2 (High-Density Residential) to SF-10 (Single-Family Dwelling)
• Final plat for Lot 1, Block 1 of Project Maverick South Addition, a ±28.66 acre agricultural lot on the west side of Chisholm Trail Parkway

City Council

This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may be present at a ceremonial 'push-in' event for Engine 3 and Medic 2 at Fire Station #3. No official business or decisions are scheduled; the gathering is purely ceremonial and includes an open house.

• Ceremonial push-in for Engine 3 and Medic 2 at Fire Station #3
• Open house at 901 W. Kilpatrick St, Cleburne, TX

Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 - Chisholm

The Tax Increment Financing District 3 board will meet to discuss a consulting contract and approve previous meeting minutes. The board is considering an agreement for tax increment finance consulting services.

• Contract with David Pettit Economic Development for tax increment finance consulting not to exceed $40,000
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 16, 2023

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will decide on a $5.5 million contract for water and sewer improvements along FM 4, approve a specific use permit for a temporary construction trailer in Burgess Meadows, and accept the Hulen Park design including a skate park and bridge. An emergency wastewater treatment plant repair costing $305,601 will also be ratified, along with routine consent items such as economic development incentives.

• Contract award to Blackrock Construction for FM 4 water/sewer improvements, total project budget $5,500,000
• Emergency repair at Wastewater Treatment Plant by Rangeline Utility Services, $305,601
• Specific Use Permit for temporary construction trailer at 133 Driftwood Drive (Burgess Meadows), 18-month duration
• Resolution accepting Hulen Park design (skate park, bridge, restroom, trail) as recommended by Parks Board and 4B Corporation
• Two Chapter 380 economic development agreements for property at 113 S. Caddo Street: $25,000 building rehab incentive and $5,000 façade improvement incentive

The Cleburne City Council approved a $5,307,293 contract with Blackrock Construction for the FM 4 Water and Sewer Improvements Project, establishing a total project budget of $5,500,000. The council also approved several other resolutions, including economic development agreements, a specific use permit for a temporary construction trailer, and multiple street maintenance contracts. A resolution establishing a land value cost figure for park fees was tabled until the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $5,307,293 contract with Blackrock Construction for FM 4 water/sewer improvements
• Approved $25,000 Downtown Building Rehabilitation incentive for 113 S. Caddo St.
• Approved $5,000 Façade Improvement incentive for 113 S. Caddo St.
• Approved assignment of Chapter 380 agreement from Saldena Properties to Rashwan, Inc.
• Approved Specific Use Permit for temporary construction trailer at 133 Driftwood Drive
• Approved Hulen Park design including skate park, bridge, restroom, and trail
• Tabled park fee land value resolution until August 13, 2024
• Approved $305,601 emergency wastewater treatment plant repair

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to modify the alignment of University Drive on the City's Master Thoroughfare Plan for a ±39-acre site at 1909 South Nolan River Road (Case GC24-024). They will also approve meeting minutes from July 8, receive updates on City Council actions related to planning and zoning cases, and hold an executive session to discuss Open Meetings Act rules for upcoming study sessions. The meeting is open to the public.

• Request to modify University Drive alignment on Master Thoroughfare Plan for ±39 acres at 1909 South Nolan River Road (Case GC24-024)
• Approval of July 8, 2024, meeting minutes
• Citizen comments on non-agenda items
• Updates on City Council actions on planning and zoning cases
• Executive session for legal advice on Open Meetings Act and study session procedures

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request to modify the alignment of University Drive on the Master Thoroughfare Plan for a ±39-acre property at 1909 South Nolan River Road (Case GC24-024). The 7-0 vote followed a public hearing with opposition from nearby property owners. The commission also approved the July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0) and received updates on City Council actions.

• Denied modification to University Drive alignment on Master Thoroughfare Plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council holds a workshop to discuss governance and strategic planning for continued growth and redevelopment. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are on the agenda. The meeting includes citizen comments and a single discussion item.

• Discussion on governance and strategic planning for city growth and redevelopment

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will consider accepting the semiannual report on progress of the Capital Improvement Plan for water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee ordinances for end-year 2024. They will also consider accepting the 5-year update to the city's impact fee report regarding land use assumptions and maximum allowable impact fee calculations. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of February 2024 minutes.

• Consider acceptance of the semiannual report, end-year 2024, on progress of the Capital Improvement Plan for water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee ordinances
• Consider acceptance of the 5-year update to the city's impact fee report regarding land use assumptions, capital improvement plan and maximum allowable impact fee calculations

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee accepted the Mid-Year 2024 Impact Fee Update and approved a motion to recommend maximum allowable impact fees for water and roadway, with 50% of allowable for sewer (minus 50% credit). The recommendation will go to City Council in October after a public hearing. The committee also approved the minutes from February 12, 2024.

• Approved Mid-Year 2024 Impact Fee Update report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Recommended maximum allowable impact fees for water and roadway, 50% of allowable for sewer (motion approved)

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation will consider a resolution to publish a notice of public hearing and hold a public hearing. The board will also consider recommending the Hulen Park design to the City Council for approval.

• Resolution authorizing publication of a notice of public hearing and holding a public hearing
• Consideration and recommendation to City Council of the Hulen Park design as presented

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation approved a resolution to publish a notice and hold a public hearing on November 12, 2024, for the Phase II Park Improvements funding plan, which includes issuing $10.14 million in sales tax revenue bonds. The board also recommended the Hulen Park design to the City Council, featuring a skate park, a bridge over Buffalo Creek, a restroom replacement near Don Moore Field, and a connecting trail, with a projected opening in mid-late 2025.

• Approved resolution to publish notice and hold public hearing on Nov 12, 2024, for Phase II Park Improvements (6-0)
• Recommended Hulen Park design to City Council, including skate park, bridge, restroom, and trail (7-0)

City Council

This document is a notice that a quorum of the Cleburne City Council may be present at a community event. No official city business or legislative decisions are scheduled for this gathering.

• 80th Guam Liberation Day Celebration at Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum

City Council

The City Council will consider a major contract for the Hulen Park Area Sewer Improvements Project. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for a residential subdivision and an application for state funding to replace lead water service lines.

• Contract with Western Municipal Construction of Texas, LLC for $8,429,671.50 for sewer improvements
• Rezoning 9.78 acres near Cedar and Blakney Streets to single-family residential
• Right-of-way acquisition services for FM 4 to Gardega Road water line project up to $80,297
• Application for up to $48,495,000 in financial assistance for lead service line replacement
• Purchase of utility supplies from APSCO Supply not to exceed $63,268.59

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a final plat for the 139.80-acre Project Maverick Addition. The commission will also review a request for a temporary construction trailer at 133 Driftwood Drive.

• Final plat for Lot 1, Block 1 of Project Maverick Addition (±139.80 acres)
• Specific Use Permit for a temporary construction trailer at 133 Driftwood Drive

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review the Hulen Park design for a recommendation to City Council. The board will also discuss wildflower meadow opportunities for parks and open space. Additionally, members will appoint board officials and consider minutes from previous meetings.

• Review and recommend Hulen Park design to City Council
• Discussion of wildflower meadow opportunities in parks and open space
• Appointment of Parks & Recreation Board officials
• Consideration of February 5, 2024, and March 28, 2024, meeting minutes

Other Notices/Committees

The 4B Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Committee will hold a workshop on June 26, 2024. The committee plans to review the Hulen Park design for recommendation and provide an update on the 4B bond budget.

• Review and recommendation of Hulen Park design
• 4B Bond Budget Update
• Consideration of March 14, 2024 meeting notes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the finalization of a new tax increment financing district and its associated project plans. The agenda also includes public hearings for property rezonings and updates to zoning definitions regarding crematoriums.

• Rezoning 4312 North Main Street from single-family to regional commercial district
• Amending zoning code to include crematoriums as a permitted use with a special use permit
• Approving bylaws and financing plans for Tax Increment Financing District Reinvestment Zone Number Four
• Renewing audit engagement contract with Pattillo, Brown, & Hill, LLP for $60,400
• Final plat approval for 60 single-family lots at Custard Farms Addition, Phase II

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to rezone approximately 9.78 acres near the northeast intersection of Cedar Street and Blakney Street from high-density residential and interim holding districts to a single-family dwelling district. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the June 10, 2024 meeting.

• Rezoning request (ZC24-028) for ±9.78 acres near Cedar Street and Blakney Street
• Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates on City Council actions regarding planning and zoning cases

4B Economic Development Corporation

The 4B Economic Development Corporation is reviewing the funding plan for Phase II of the Cleburne Parks Capital Improvement Program. The Board will consider directing staff to finalize costs, timing, and implementation for this phase. A resolution calling for a public hearing on proposed projects is also scheduled for consideration.

• Update on Phase I of the Cleburne Parks Capital Improvement Program
• Presentation of the Phase II Cleburne Parks Capital Improvement Program Funding Plan
• Direction to staff to finalize costs, timing, and implementation for Phase II CIP
• Resolution calling for a Public Hearing on proposed projects
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024, and March 28, 2024

Other Notices/Committees

The committee will review minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting. Members will also discuss processes for interagency planning and communication efforts regarding residential development.

• Review of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on interagency planning processes
• Discussion on residential development communications
• Consideration of other partnership opportunities

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a request to reduce the minimum front yard setback for a ±3.20-acre property at 205 South Ridgeway Drive. The board will also review meeting minutes from February 20, 2024.

• Variance request for front yard setback reduction at 205 South Ridgeway Drive
• Approval of February 20, 2024, meeting minutes

Tax Increment Financing District No. 4 - Downtown

The Tax Increment Financing District 4 Board will meet to elect a vice chair. The board will also consider approving the board's bylaws and a preliminary project and financing plan.

• Election of a vice chair
• Approval of the Preliminary Project and Financing Plan
• Approval of the Board’s Bylaws

City Council

The City Council will consider a plan of finance to fund the 2024/2025 General and Water & Sewer Capital Improvement Program through bond issuances. The agenda also includes a public hearing for multi-family residential rezoning and a temporary reduction in cemetery fees.

• $45,850,000 plan of finance for General and Water & Sewer capital improvements
• Rezoning 1303 East Kilpatrick Avenue for multi-family residential development
• Temporary reduction of mausoleum and columbarium fees to $10,000
• Service agreement with Tyler Technologies for credit card merchant services
• Abandonment of an alley between 1519 & 1521 North Brazos Avenue

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review multiple platting requests for residential and commercial developments, including the Maverick South Addition and Custard Farms Phase II. The commission will also consider rezoning 4312 North Main Street and an ordinance change regarding crematoriums.

• Preliminary plat for ±28.66 acres in Project Maverick South Addition
• Final plat for 60 single-family lots in Custard Farms Addition, Phase II
• Rezoning of 4312 North Main Street from SF-7 to Regional Commercial District
• Ordinance amendment to include crematoriums as a permitted use in certain districts
• Final plat for ±10.31 acres at 1998 East Kilpatrick Avenue

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several rezoning requests, specific use permits for manufactured homes, a sign variance for Olive Garden, and a minor replat. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, a police MOU renewal, vehicle purchases, a sludge disposal contract, and a utility easement acquisition. Action items include reappointing the municipal court judge, electing a mayor pro tem, and a Chapter 380 economic development agreement for a facade improvement.

• Rezoning 308 Featherston St. from MF-2 to SF-7 (P&Z recommended denial, requires super-majority)
• Rezoning 5.81 acres near SH 171 and CR 1217 to SF-7 for two single-family homes
• Purchase of two Chevrolet Tahoe PPV police vehicles for $189,553
• Sludge disposal contract with Republic Services at $66.57 per ton
• Reappointment of Michael Kurmes as Municipal Court Judge for two years

Cemetery Advisory Board

The Cleburne Cemetery Advisory Board is meeting to consider recommending amended regulations and a fee schedule for Chapter 92 (Cemeteries) covering mausoleum, columbarium, statue, and family lots. The board will also review mausoleum sales and approve minutes from the December 18, 2023 meeting. Public comments are invited in person or online.

• Recommendation to City Council on amended cemetery fee schedule (Chapter 92) for mausoleum, columbarium, statue, and family lots
• Review of mausoleum sales
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 18, 2023
• Public comment opportunity (in person or online by 11:00 am)

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and approve minutes from September 19, 2023. The board will also receive updates on museum finances, attendance, programs, fundraising, and internships.

• Officer election
• Financial update
• Recent attendance and programs report
• Fund Raiser update
• Internship update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two rezoning requests: one to change 0.46 acres at 308 Featherston Street from high-density residential to single-family, and another to rezone 16.5 acres at 1303 East Kilpatrick Avenue from industrial to a planned development for multi-family housing. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 13 meeting and receive updates on city council actions.

• Rezone 0.46 acres at 308 Featherston Street from MF-2 to SF-7 (Case ZC24-029)
• Rezone 16.5 acres at 1303 East Kilpatrick Avenue from Industrial to Planned Development for multi-family (Case ZC24-011)
• Approve meeting minutes from May 13, 2024
• Updates on city council actions on planning and zoning cases

Cemetery Advisory Board

The Cleburne Cemetery Advisory Board is meeting to consider recommending amendments to Chapter 92 of the city code, which would change fees for mausoleums, columbariums, statues, and family lots. The board will also review mausoleum sales, introduce the new Cemetery Coordinator, and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comments are invited in person or online.

• Consider recommending fee schedule amendments for mausoleum, columbarium, statue, and family lots to City Council
• Review mausoleum sales
• Introduction of Alex Horn, Cemetery Coordinator
• Approve meeting minutes from December 18, 2023

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on several rezoning requests, including a 28.73-acre agricultural rezoning for a detention pond, a 3-acre single-family rezoning, and a 12.88-acre high-density residential rezoning that was recommended for denial. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as a final plat for Cleburne Acres Phase Two, economic development agreements for facade improvements, and a quarterly investment report. Action items include a $90,000 budget amendment and advance funding agreement with TxDOT for traffic signal upgrades, a contingent fee contract for delinquent tax collection, and appointments to a TIF board.

• Rezoning 28.73 acres to Agricultural for detention pond near Chisholm Trail Parkway
• Rezoning 12.88 acres to MF-2 for multi-family near W. Henderson and Mayfield Pkwy (denial recommended)
• Specific Use Permit for 4 duplexes (8 units) at 302/304 Mechanic and 301/303 Eastland
• $90,000 TxDOT advance funding agreement for traffic signal black powder coating
• Facade improvement agreements: $5,000 each for Chisholm Trail Smokehouse and Our Place Restaurant

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is considering a contingent fee contract with the law firm Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, L.L.P. for the collection of delinquent ad valorem taxes. The firm has represented the city since 2004. The contract would pay the firm a percentage-based fee assessed against debtors, not the city or taxpayers.

• Contingent fee contract with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, L.L.P. for delinquent tax collection
• Firm has collected delinquent government receivables for 52 years
• Firm employs over 400 individuals, including over 59 attorneys
• Percentage-based fee assessed only against debtor, not city or taxpayers

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider four plat applications, three rezoning requests, and two specific use permits for manufactured homes. The rezones involve properties on Chisholm Trail Parkway, FM 4, and near State Highway 171. The commission will also hear citizen comments and receive updates on City Council actions.

• Final plat for 1.21-acre commercial lot at 101 North Nolan River Road (PC24-007)
• Final plat for 4.95-acre retail addition on West Henderson Street (PC24-004)
• Rezone 28.73 acres on Chisholm Trail Parkway to Agricultural (ZC24-026)
• Rezone 3.00 acres at 5005 West FM 4 to SF-20 (ZC24-022)
• Specific use permits for manufactured homes at 1413 Smoothe Stone Drive and 1605 River Bend Road

Library Advisory Board

The Cleburne Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: a treasurer's report, approval of March minutes, and discussion of May and summer programs. The board will also make officer appointments, review bylaws/meetings, and consider library board appointments. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial contracts listed.

• Treasurer's report
• Approval of minutes for March 4, 2024
• May & summer programs discussion
• Officer appointments
• Bylaws/Meetings review and Library Board Appointments

Civil Service Commission

The Cleburne Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving prior meeting minutes and announcing upcoming fire, police, and battalion chief exams. The commission will also review and consider approving the Battalion Chief Eligibility List, announce results of a police department vote on an alternate promotional system, and consider approving local rules for that system. Public comments are accepted in person or online before the meeting.

• Approve minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting
• Announce Entry Level Fire Exam on May 4, 2024
• Announce Entry Level Police Exam on June 24, 2024
• Review Battalion Chief Eligibility List from April 10, 2024
• Consider approving local rules for Police Department alternate promotional system

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and action items. Key items include creating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4 for downtown, rezoning a property, amending park hours, and updating the tax abatement policy. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, economic development agreements, and a preliminary plat.

• Ordinance creating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4 for ~77 downtown blocks, 30-year term, estimated $22,595,995 increment
• Rezoning 0.23 acres at 201 Grandview Street from MF-2 to SF-7 for a single-family dwelling
• Amending Chapter 154 to add Section 154.090 on private streets for gated subdivisions
• Amending park hours to 6:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. (except certain facilities)
• Resolution renewing tax abatement policy with revised Net Assessed Value thresholds

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two plats, three rezoning requests, and a specific use permit for duplexes. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 8 meeting and receive updates on City Council actions.

• Final plat for Cleburne Acres Phase Two, 4 residential lots, ±5.28 acres near FM 1434 and County Road 1224 (PC24-013)
• Preliminary plat for Project Maverick Addition, 1 industrial lot, ±139.80 acres on Chisholm Trail Parkway (PC24-018)
• Rezone ±2.83 acres at 4719 North Highway 171 from IH to CI (ZC24-018)
• Specific use permit for 4 duplexes (8 units) at 302/304 Mechanic and 301/303 Eastland (ZC24-014)
• Rezones near West Henderson and Mayfield Parkway: ±12.38 acres to RC (ZC23-050) and ±12.88 acres to MF-2 (ZC23-049)

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold public hearings and consider four rezoning requests, including a large 139.8-acre industrial rezoning for a warehouse/distribution use. The council will also vote on a specific use permit for a tobacco/vapor store, adopt updated water conservation and drought plans, and approve several routine items on the consent agenda.

• Rezone 139.80 acres from SF-7 and IH to Industrial District for warehouse/distribution, west of Chisholm Trail Parkway between US 67 and W. Industrial Blvd (Case ZC24-016)
• Rezone 9.93 acres to Planned Development for Atwood's Ranch & Home retail facility (62,865 sq ft) near E. Kilpatrick Ave and Hix Rd (Case ZC24-004)
• Rezone 0.29 acres at 517 S. Oran Ave from SF-7 to Duplex District for one duplex (Case ZC23-048); P&Z recommended denial 4-2
• Specific Use Permit for Vape Central tobacco/vapor store at 617 W. Henderson St. Suite A (Case ZC24-012)
• Adopt 2024 Drought Contingency and Emergency Water Management Plan and 2024 Water Conservation Plan

Airport Advisory Board

The Cleburne Airport Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to consider recommending approval of an amended Hangar 901 lease assignment from Biomedical International to DJS Aviation. The agenda includes public comment opportunities and no other substantive business items.

• Consider recommendation of approval of amended Hangar 901 lease assignment from Biomedical International to DJS Aviation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a 71.59-acre multi-family residential development, a specific use permit for a temporary construction trailer, and two rezoning requests. The commission will also vote on rescheduling the May 27 meeting due to Memorial Day and receive updates on City Council actions.

• Preliminary plat for 3 multi-family lots and 1 common area lot, ±71.59 acres, south of US Highway 67, west of North Nolan River Road, north of River Bend Road (PC24-011)
• Specific use permit for temporary construction trailer at United Cooperative Services facility, 3309 North Main Street (ZC24-017)
• Rezone from MF-2 to SF-7 on ±0.23 acres at 201 Grandview Street (ZC24-013)
• Rezone from SF-7 and IH to I (Industrial) on ±139.80 acres west of Chisholm Trail Parkway between US 67 and West Industrial Boulevard (ZC24-016)
• Motion to reschedule May 27, 2024 P&Z meeting due to Memorial Day

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss budget and financial information, and strategic planning. The meeting includes a citizens comments period for public input. No formal decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of budget and financial information
• Strategic planning discussion
• Citizens comments period

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Cleburne City Council, 4B Economic Development Corporation, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board are holding a joint meeting to consider the design of Kirtley Park, presented by Kimley Horn. The agenda also includes public comments and roll calls to confirm quorums.

• Consider Kirtley Park design, presented by Kimley Horn
• Joint meeting of City Council, 4B EDC, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Public comments opportunity
• Roll calls to confirm quorums

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne City Council, 4B Economic Development Corporation, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board are meeting jointly to consider the Kirtley Park design, presented by Kimley Horn. The agenda includes public comment opportunities and roll calls to confirm quorums. This is a discussion/consideration item, not a final decision.

• Consider Kirtley Park design, presented by Kimley Horn
• Joint meeting of City Council, 4B EDC, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Public comments accepted in person or online via registration card

City Council

The Cleburne City Council, 4B Economic Development Corporation, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board are holding a joint meeting to consider the Kirtley Park design, presented by Kimley Horn. The agenda includes public comment opportunities and roll calls to confirm quorums. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda, only the design presentation and discussion.

• Joint meeting of City Council, 4B EDC, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Consideration of Kirtley Park design, presented by Kimley Horn
• Public comments accepted in person or online via registration card
• Meeting at Cleburne Conference Center, Cross Timbers Room, 1501 West Henderson Street

Other Notices/Committees

The Partnership Opportunities for Progress Committee will meet to review updated Cleburne Independent School District 10-Year Enrollment Projections, which inform future school capacity planning. Members will also consider appointing a chair and vice-chair for one-year terms. The committee plans to discuss additional collaboration opportunities between city officials, the school board, and local business leaders.

• Review updated Cleburne Independent School District 10-Year Enrollment Projections
• Consider appointing a chair and vice-chair for one-year terms
• Approve minutes from the December 6, 2023 meeting
• Discuss additional partnership opportunities between city, school, and chamber representatives

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a rezoning request for a large residential development, public hearings for a tobacco store and a construction trailer, and multiple resolutions for home improvement incentives and city contracts. The council will also accept the annual audit and amend the budget for a water project.

• Rezoning 121.18 acres near E. Second St. and S. Brazos Ave. from SF-7 to PD for Lankford Farms single-family development
• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for tobacco/vapor/e-cigarette store at 1611 N. Main St. (Exclusive Smokes)
• Public hearing for temporary construction trailer at 1715 Sudbury Dr. for Belle Meadows Phase 4
• Five Chapter 380 home improvement incentive agreements totaling $13,570 in reimbursements
• Contract with Global Building Maintenance for janitorial services up to $112,000 annually

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three zoning requests: rezoning 0.29 acres at 517 South Oran Avenue from single-family to duplex, a specific use permit for a tobacco/vapor store at 617 West Henderson Street, and rezoning 9.93 acres near East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road for commercial development. The commission will also approve minutes from its March 11 meeting and receive updates on City Council actions.

• Rezone 517 South Oran Avenue from SF-7 to D (duplex) on ±0.29 acres
• Specific use permit for tobacco/vapor store at 617 West Henderson Street Suite A
• Rezone ±9.93 acres near East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road to Planned Development for commercial use
• Approve minutes from March 11, 2024 meeting
• Updates on City Council actions on planning and zoning cases

Other Notices/Committees

The Cleburne Audit Committee will meet on March 20, 2024. The committee is scheduled to meet with John Manning from Patillo, Brown, & Hill, L.L.P. regarding the audit for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023.

• Discussion of the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023, audit with John Manning from Patillo, Brown, & Hill, L.L.P.

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will elect a Chairman and Co-Chairman during this meeting. Fire Marshal Danny Wilson is scheduled to provide an update on all commission properties. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from February and April 2023.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Co-Chairman
• Update on all Building and Standards Commission properties by Fire Marshal Danny Wilson
• Approval of February 15, 2023, and April 19, 2023, meeting minutes

Airport Advisory Board

The Cleburne Airport Advisory Board will consider recommending approval of a lease assignment for Hangar 901 from Biomedical International to DJS Aviation, along with a new lease agreement for the same hangar. The board will also review minutes from its February 5 meeting and receive updates on ongoing and upcoming projects. Public comments are invited in person or in writing.

• Hangar 901 lease assignment from Biomedical International to DJS Aviation
• New lease agreement for Hangar 901 with DJS Aviation
• Approval of last regular meeting's minutes (2.5.24)
• Update on ongoing and upcoming airport projects

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting for a training workshop focused on statutes and law related to zoning and platting. The agenda includes call to order, citizen comments, and the training session, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Training on statutes and law related to zoning and platting
• Citizen comments opportunity for non-agenda matters
• Meeting held at Cleburne Railroad Museum, 206 N. Main Street

Other Notices/Committees

The Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Committee will review the design of Kirtley Park and its amenities during drought conditions. The meeting also includes an update on Hulen Park and a review of December 2023 meeting notes.

• Review of Kirtley Park amenities during drought conditions by Kimley-Horn
• Consideration of Kirtley Park design by Kimley-Horn
• Hulen Park update by Aaron Dobson
• Review of December 21, 2023 meeting notes

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will consider several routine and notable items, including a $3.02 million contract for street and utility reconstruction on Stanwood and Conger streets, a $187,172 contract for water treatment residual removal, approval of a minor replat with variances at 705 Cedar Street, and an ordinance establishing a process and fee for releasing properties from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The council will also vote on consent items such as vehicle purchases, a temporary sewer easement, an emergency wastewater repair, water quality analyzers, a home improvement reimbursement, and election-related appointments.

• Contract with FM Utilities, LLC for $3,023,290.85 for Stanwood Avenue and Conger Street utility and street reconstruction
• Contract with Denali Water Solutions for $187,172 for water treatment plant residual removal
• Ordinance to add Section 10.19 establishing a process and fee for ETJ release petitions
• Resolution approving minor replat of 705 Cedar Street into three single-family lots with variances
• Emergency repair contract with Rangeline Utilities for $77,874 for wastewater plant valve repair

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three zoning requests: a specific use permit for a temporary construction trailer, a specific use permit for a tobacco/vapor store, and a rezoning of about 121 acres for single-family development. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on city council actions and an upcoming training workshop.

• SUP for temporary construction trailer at 1715 Sudbury Drive (Belle Meadows Phase 4, Lot 11, Block G, ±0.23 acres, SF-7)
• SUP for tobacco/vapor/e-cigarette store at 1611 North Main Street (±0.70 acres, RC, Main Street Overlay)
• Rezone from SF-7 to PD for single-family residential on ±121.18 acres near East Second Street and South Brazos Avenue
• Approve minutes from February 26, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of P&Z training workshop with TOASE on March 18, 2024

Library Advisory Board

The Cleburne Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: public comments, treasurer's report, approval of February minutes, and discussion of March programs, bylaws/meetings, and board appointments. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions listed.

• Approval of minutes for February 5, 2024
• Discussion of March programs
• Review of bylaws/meetings
• Library board appointments

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a specific use permit for a manufactured home, a minor replat with a variance, a replat for 84 residential lots, and an ordinance nominating Johns Manville for the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. The consent agenda includes contracts for engineering services, easements, and equipment replacement, along with routine reports and approvals.

• Ordinance to nominate Johns Manville, 200 West Industrial Boulevard, as Texas Enterprise Project with ~$25M planned investment
• Resolution for Garver, LLC engineering services for wastewater treatment plant criticality assessment, not to exceed $89,800
• Resolution for Sunbelt Pools, Inc to replace pump motors and valves at Splash Station, not to exceed $68,127
• Public hearing for replat of MW Landing Phase 2 creating 84 single-family residential lots with utility easement variance
• Three resolutions releasing extraterritorial jurisdiction for properties at 1309 Riverview Drive, 1543 FM 2135, and 3001 Loyd Court

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Cleburne Animal Shelter Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from November 8, 2023, review first-quarter statistics, and discuss dates for future meetings. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2023
• Review of 1st quarterly statistics
• Discussion of dates for next advisory board meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two replat requests: one for 84 single-family lots in MW Landing Phase 2 with a utility easement variance, and another for 3 lots at 705 Cedar Street with lot dimension and easement variances. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates on City Council actions, and discuss training workshop dates.

• Replat of MW Landing Phase 2 (Lots 1-18, Block 2; Lots 1-14, Block 3; Lots 1-20, Block 4; Lots 1-29, Block 5; Lots 13-15, Block 6) for 84 single-family lots, ±16.50 acres, near Pearl Street and East Second Street, with utility easement variance (Case PC24-005)
• Minor replat of C. Andrew Forrester Addition (Lots 1-3, Block 1) for 3 single-family lots, ±0.39 acres, at 705 Cedar Street, with variances for lot dimensions and utility easements (Case PC24-002)
• Approve minutes from February 12, 2024 meeting
• Updates on City Council actions on planning and zoning cases
• Discussion of potential dates for P&Z training workshop with TOASE

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for a variance regarding dimensional standards. The board is considering a reduction of the minimum exterior side yard setback for a property on S. Walnut Street.

• Variance request for minimum exterior side yard setback at 802 S. Walnut Street (CASE VC24-001)

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes from January and recommend authorizing up to $68,127 for Sunbelt Pools, Inc. to replace pump motors and valves at Splash Station. The board will also take public comments.

• Consider and approve minutes for January 18, 2024, regular meeting
• Recommend to City Council authorizing expenditure not to exceed $68,127 with Sunbelt Pools, Inc. for pump motors and valves in slide pump pit at Splash Station

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to voluntarily annex a 127.9-acre tract on the west side of Chisholm Trail Parkway, between US Highway 67 and West Industrial Boulevard, with a service agreement with JMCP Ventures, LP. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including six resolutions releasing properties from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, a final plat for Cates Ranch Phase 3, a police mental health grant, and two home improvement incentive agreements. Additionally, the council will discuss proposed zoning ordinance text amendments for single-family districts and hold executive sessions on legal matters.

• Voluntary annexation of ±127.90 acres (JMCP Ventures, LP) with public hearing
• Six ETJ releases: 3030 Alvin Court, 1601/1603 Riverview Drive, 6820 W. Highway 67, 3011 Alvin Court, 2056 FM 3136
• Final plat for Cates Ranch Phase 3 (4 residential lots, ±8.655 acres)
• Police grant of $44,080 for First Responder Mental Health Resiliency Program
• Chapter 380 agreements: $5,000 max reimbursement (1203 W. Westhill Dr.) and $1,458 (302 Bellevue Dr.)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to consider the acceptance of a semiannual report. This report covers the 2023 progress of the City of Cleburne water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee ordinances.

• Acceptance of the semiannual report for end-year 2023
• Review of water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee ordinance progress

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for two commercial lots in the Nolan River Retail Addition, a minor replat with a variance for a residential lot on South Walnut Street, and a specific use permit for a manufactured home on Smoothe Stone Drive. The commission will also vote on cancelling two late-2024 meetings due to city holidays and receive updates on council actions.

• Preliminary plat for 2 commercial lots, ±4.95 acres, north of West Henderson Street, 285 ft west of North Nolan River Road (PC24-003)
• Minor replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Walnut Street Church of Christ Addition, 306 South Walnut Street, with variance to minimum lot dimensions (PC24-002)
• Specific use permit for manufactured home on ±0.18 acres zoned SF-7 at 1415 Smoothe Stone Drive (ZC24-003)
• Motion to cancel P&Z meetings on Nov 25 and Dec 23, 2024 due to city holidays

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss amending Section 98.002 regarding park hours open to the public. The Board will make a recommendation to the City Council on this matter.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding amending Section 98.002 (park hours)
• Approval of minutes from the October 16, 2023 meeting

Library Advisory Board

The Cleburne Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving December minutes, hearing the treasurer's report, and discussing February programs, Friends of the Library, and board appointments. Public comments are invited in person or in writing.

• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2023
• Treasurer's report
• February programs discussion
• Friends of the Library update
• Library Board appointments

Airport Advisory Board

The Cleburne Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a flight school discount program, a commercial aircraft tiered discount policy, a storage room lease agreement, and an updated fee schedule for FY 2025. They will also receive updates on airport development, CIP projects, IFR operations, and special projects. Public comments are invited.

• Consider recommendation of approval for Flight School Discount Program
• Review Commercial Aircraft Tiered Discount Policy (volume based)
• Review Storage Room Lease Agreement
• Consideration of updated fee schedule for FY 2025
• Update on CIP projects (Pavement, Security Camera, Hangar 101 Roof)

City Council

The Cleburne City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances for an off-premise alcohol sales variance at Prime Corner, a replat near East Henderson and Lewis Streets, and a specific use permit for an auto body shop. The consent agenda includes routine items like water meter purchases, budget amendments, and several ETJ releases.

• Variance for off-premise alcohol sales at Prime Corner, 1713 Country Club Road, within 300 feet of Smith Intermediate School
• Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Vaquero Lewis Addition, near E. Henderson and Lewis Streets
• Specific Use Permit for Caliber Collision auto body shop at 282 S. Colonial Drive
• Purchase of water meters from Master Meter for up to $641,888
• Reimbursement of $116,926.25 for Railhead Parkway drainage improvements

Civil Service Commission

The Cleburne Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve routine items, including minutes and a police entry-level eligibility list, and to consider holding an election for an alternate promotional system in the Police Department. The commission will also discuss and potentially act on a firefighter's fitness-for-duty report, which may involve confidential medical information and the possible appointment of a three-physician board.

• Approve Police Entry Level Eligibility List from December 18, 2023
• Consider approving an election for alternate promotional system in Police Department (Sec. 143.035)
• Consider allowing Civil Service Director to use designees for 24-hour election period
• Executive session on FF Kuykendall's fitness-for-duty reports and possible appointment of three-physician board
• Approve minutes from October 27, 2023 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss potential amendments to minimum lot requirements for SF-6, SF-7, SF-10, and SF-20 zoning districts, with no action taken. In the regular session, they will consider a final plat for Cates Ranch Phase 3 (four residential lots in the ETJ) and a minor replat with a variance request for two lots on Fort Worth Avenue. They will also approve minutes from the January 8 meeting and receive updates on City Council actions.

• Final plat of Cates Ranch Phase 3: 4 residential lots, ±8.655 acres, east side of County Road 1229, ~3,000 ft north of West FM 4 (Case PC23-067)
• Minor replat of Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Cato High Addition: 2 residential lots with variance to minimum lot dimensions, ±0.199 acres, 205 and 207 Fort Worth Avenue (Case PC23-068)
• Discussion of Zoning Ordinance amendments (Section 155.1.02.C.2) for SF-6, SF-7, SF-10, SF-20 districts — no action
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 8, 2024
• Updates on City Council actions on planning and zoning cases

4B Economic Development Corporation

The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, authorize up to $14,336.50 for replacement fitness equipment at Booker T. Washington Recreation Center, and consider facility utilization and concession stand lease agreements with local youth sports groups. Public comments are invited in person or online.

• Approve minutes from October 19, 2023 regular meeting
• Authorize expenditure up to $14,336.50 with Comm-Fit Holdings, LLC for fitness equipment at Booker T. Washington Recreation Center
• Consider Facility Utilization Agreement and Concession Stand Lease Agreement with Cleburne Baseball & Softball Association, Cleburne Football League, and Cleburne Soccer Association

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and receive updates on museum operations. Discussions will include financial status, attendance, and fundraising.

• Officer Election
• Financial Update
• Fall Attendance and Programs report
• Fund Raiser Update
• Internship Update

City Council

The Cleburne City Council is meeting to vote on consent agenda items including contracts, ETJ releases, and budget amendments, plus public hearings on a sports complex renaming, a rezoning, and a specific use permit. They will also discuss a cemetery master plan and public works updates. The agenda includes routine items and several significant financial and land-use decisions.

• Resolution for landfill environmental monitoring with Freese and Nichols, Inc. up to $59,905
• Resolution for Cityworks software renewal with Azteca Systems, LLC up to $97,966
• Six resolutions releasing extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) for tracts on County Roads 1228, 1224, and West Trail Lane
• Ordinance amending FY2024 budget adding $276,710 for Assistant City Manager and tax incentives
• Public hearing to rezone 0.36 acres at 1925 North Wilhite Street from CI to SF-7

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several platting and zoning requests, including a multi-family development on Pittman Street. The Commission will also discuss potential amendments to single-family dwelling district requirements.

• Rezoning request for 46 duplex units on ±5.32 acres along Pittman Street
• Specific Use Permit request for an automobile body shop at 282 S. Colonial Drive
• Minor replat of ±1.29 acres at 282 S. Colonial Drive
• Replat of ±1.12 acres near E. Henderson Street and Lewis Street
• Discussion on amending SF-6 and SF-7 single-family zoning district requirements