Cleburne public meetings in 2025
86 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will meet to review a Texas Health and Safety Code Inspection. The board will also discuss the schedule for future meetings.
- Review of Texas Health and Safety Code Inspection
- Discussion of dates for next Advisory Board Meetings
- Approval of October 20, 2025 minutes
Tax Increment Financing District No. 4 - Downtown
The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 4 Board will meet on Dec 16, 2025. The board will consider approval of the meeting minutes from Dec 4, 2024, review the zone’s financial information, and discuss approval of its annual report. No other actions are listed.
- Approve minutes from the Dec 4, 2024 meeting
- Review financials for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 4
- Consider approval of the zone’s annual report
Type A Economic Development Corporation
The Cleburne Type A Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for sports facility improvements. The board is considering a resolution to authorize expenditures for turf replacement at La Moderna Field.
- Expenditure of $543,799 to Paragon Sports Constructors for Outfield and Warning Track Turf Replacement Project at La Moderna Field
- Establishment of a $570,989 total project budget for La Moderna Field turf replacement
- Approval of October 14, 2025, meeting minutes
Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 - Industrial
The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 1 Board will review district financials and consider approving the annual report and Project and Financing Plan. The board will also discuss amended bylaws and a specific administrative expenditure.
- Approval of a $40,000 expenditure from the Administration line item
- Approval of the annual report
- Approval of the Project and Financing Plan
- Approval of amended board bylaws
Museum Advisory Board
The Museum Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the Cleburne Railroad Museum. The discussion will cover financial status, attendance, programs, and building updates.
- Financial update
- Recent attendance and programs report
- Upcoming events and programs
- Building update
- Approval of September 16, 2025 minutes
Cemetery Advisory Board
The Cemetery Advisory Board will meet on December 2, 2025 at the City Hall Council Chambers. It will vote to approve the minutes from its June 3, 2025 meeting, introduce new board members, and hear department reports on winter projects, the Chambers Cemetery Project, and CIMS integration. The public may submit comments in person or online before the meeting.
- Approve meeting minutes from June 3 2025
- Introduce new board members
- Department report: office updates/winter projects
- Department report: Chambers Cemetery Project
- Department report: CIMS integration
The Cleburne Cemetery Advisory Board met on December 2, 2025 at City Hall. Board members were listed and public comments were taken. The agenda included a review of the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes, but the record does not show a final action or vote outcome. No other actions or approvals were documented.
Other Notices/Committees
The Cleburne 9/11 Honors Monument Advisory Committee will meet on Dec. 2, 2025. members will discuss and review design concepts for a proposed 9/11 Honors Monument. The public can submit comments before the meeting. No formal decision is listed on the agenda.
- Discuss and review 9/11 Honors Monument design concepts
- Citizen comments: public may address any matter
Library Advisory Board
The Cleburne Library Advisory Board will review the Treasurer's report, approve minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting, and discuss the results of the recent Fall Festival. The board will also provide updates on library operations and consider new board appointments. Public comments are invited on any matter, whether or not listed on the agenda.
- Treasurer’s report
- Approval of minutes for October 13, 2025
- Fall Festival results
- Library updates
- Library Board appointments
The board accepted the treasurer's report and approved the October 13 minutes, though vote totals were not recorded. Motions were made and seconded to provide chair massages for staff and to allocate up to $3,000 for new teen‑area shelving, but the outcomes of those motions were not documented in the minutes.
- Accept Treasurer's report (outcome not recorded)
- Approve October 13 minutes (outcome not recorded)
- Motion to gift staff chair massages (outcome not recorded)
- Motion to fund teen‑area shelving up to $3,000 (outcome not recorded)
4B Economic Development Corporation
The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation Board will hold public hearings and consider recommending to the City Council the approval of several capital projects, including a pedestrian bridge, a skatepark, and upgrades to municipal facilities. Items on the agenda also include approval of the October 16 meeting minutes and routine public comment periods. Each recommendation specifies a maximum dollar amount for the proposed work.
- Pedestrian bridge over Buffalo Creek – total not to exceed $707,290.54 (Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds & Water Parks)
- Installation of a skatepark – total not to exceed $282,737.74 (American Ramp Company)
- Replacement of the media filtration system at Splash Station – not to exceed $231,209.60 (Sunbelt Pools)
- Purchase of a Toro Field Pro 6040 turf machine – not to exceed $42,958.10 (Professional Turf Products, L.P.)
- Painting buildings at John Warren Sports Complex – not to exceed $22,600 (Strong Commercial)
The 4B Economic Development Corporation board voted 6‑0 to approve three projects: a pedestrian bridge over Buffalo Creek for up to $707,290.54, a restroom renovation at Don Moore Field for up to $66,531.40, and a skatepark construction for up to $282,737.74. All projects are funded through the 2021 Parks Improvement Bond and require no budget amendment.
- Approved pedestrian bridge over Buffalo Creek, up to $707,290.54 (6‑0)
- Approved restroom renovation at Don Moore Field, up to $66,531.40 (6‑0)
- Approved skatepark construction, up to $282,737.74 (6‑0)
Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 - Chisholm
The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Board will review the zone's financial status and consider approving its annual report. The board will receive an update on the Cleburne Station Parkway improvements and discuss approval of improvements to Cattleman Drive. These items are presented for discussion and possible approval at the November 12, 2025 meeting.
- Discuss Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 financials
- Consider approval of the annual report
- Update on Cleburne Station Parkway improvements
- Consider approval of Cattleman Drive improvements
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Cleburne Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to rezone properties under the Zoning Realignment Project and update the Future Land Use Map in the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a minor plat variance request and a withdrawn specific use permit.
- Public hearing: Minor replat of S.G. Graham’s Williams Addition (101 Myers Ave, 105 Myers Ave, 919 N. Buffalo Ave)
- Public hearing: Rezone Interim Holding (IH) district to permanent zoning (Case ZC25-031)
- Public hearing: Rezone various properties for Zoning Realignment Project (Case ZC25-032)
- Public hearing: Amend Title XV, Chapter 155 of the Code of Ordinances (Case GC25-014)
- Public hearing: Amend Comprehensive Plan 'Plan Cleburne' Future Land Use Map (Case GC25-015)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several items, including a minor replat with variance, a rezoning of interim‑holding districts, and a major rezoning of multiple properties with specific exclusions. All motions passed unanimously (7‑0). The commission also approved amendments to the zoning code and the comprehensive plan, and rescheduled upcoming meetings.
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved minor replat of S.G. Graham’s Williams Addition with variance (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of all interim‑holding districts to permanent classifications (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of various properties with listed exclusions (7-0)
- Approved amendment to Title XV, Chapter 155 zoning standards (7-0)
- Approved amendment to Comprehensive Plan “Plan Cleburne” future land use map (7-0)
- Approved rescheduling of May 25, 2026 meeting to May 18, 2026 (7-0)
- Approved cancellation of November 23 and December 28, 2026 meetings (7-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and a specific use permit for a tobacco, vapor, and e-cigarette store. The body will also consider two residential replats and discuss legal matters regarding the Zoning Realignment Project.
- Rezoning of ±0.40 acres at 2400 North Nolan River Road from Local Commercial (LC) to Regional Commercial (RC)
- Specific Use Permit for a tobacco, vapor, and e-cigarette store at 2400 North Nolan River Road
- Replat of Torres Estates No. 2 (13 single-family lots, ±3.73 acres) at Cedar Street and Wendell Avenue
- Minor replat of College Heights Addition (2 single-family lots, ±0.44 acres) at 703 West Kilpatrick Avenue
- Executive session regarding legal matters for the Zoning Realignment Project
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda (5‑0). It also recommended approval of a minor replat with a variance (5‑0), a rezoning from Local Commercial to Regional Commercial (5‑0), and a specific use permit for a tobacco, vapor, e‑cigarette store (5‑0). All votes were unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Recommended approval of minor replat with variance (5-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning to Regional Commercial (5-0)
- Recommended approval of specific use permit for tobacco/vape store (5-0)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request for a new residence at 706 Royal Street. The board will also hold an executive session to receive legal advice regarding its jurisdictional authority.
- Variance request for 706 Royal Street to reduce the lowest floor's minimum elevation above base flood elevation (Case GC25-013)
- Executive session regarding the legal authority of the Zoning Board of Adjustment under the City Code of Ordinances and Texas Local Government Code
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 20, 2025
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will consider approval of the September 29, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will review completed projects from fiscal year 2025. The board will also discuss dates for upcoming advisory meetings.
- Approval of minutes for September 29, 2025
- Review of completed projects in FY 2025
- Discussion of dates for next advisory board meetings
The board reviewed the adoption trailer and discussed the wrap for a new ACO truck, but no vote or approval was recorded. The committee set the date for the next meeting on November 10, 2025, with the location to be determined later. No motions were adopted or denied during this session.
4B Economic Development Corporation
The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss a tax payback arrangement. The board will also consider approving minutes from the August 14, 2025, meeting.
- Payback arrangement for sales and use tax dollars to the Texas Comptroller regarding a September 24, 2025 letter request
The board approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 regular meeting with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a payback arrangement for a $1.4 million sales‑and‑use tax refund to the Texas Comptroller, noting the $374,294.72 reduction to revenue, again by a 6‑0 vote. No budget amendments were required.
- Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
- Approved payback arrangement for $1.4 M sales‑use tax refund (6‑0)
Type A Economic Development Corporation
The Cleburne Type A Economic Development Corporation Board will consider approving minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It will also consider and approve a payback arrangement for sales and use tax dollars to the Texas Comptroller, as requested in a September 24, 2025 letter. Public comments will be heard before the decisions.
- Approve minutes for the August 12, 2025 regular meeting
- Approve a payback arrangement for sales and use tax dollars to the Texas Comptroller (per September 24, 2025 letter request)
The board approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved a payback arrangement for a $1.4 million sales‑and‑use‑tax refund, treating the amount as a revenue reduction with no budget amendment required. The motion on the refund arrangement passed 5‑0.
- Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved payback arrangement for $1.4 million tax refund (5-0)
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet on Oct. 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cleburne Public Library. The board will approve the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes, receive the treasurer’s report, and discuss September outreach, the Fall Festival, library updates, and upcoming board appointments. Public comments are also scheduled.
- Approval of minutes for September 9, 2025
- Treasurer’s report
- Discussion of September outreach
- Planning for the Fall Festival
- Library updates and board appointments
The Library Advisory Board accepted the Treasurer’s report and the September 9 minutes. It approved a donation of up to $500 for miscellaneous Fall Festival supplies. The board noted there will be no meeting in November and set the next meeting for December 1, 2025.
- Accepted Treasurer’s report (motion by Janet Helmcamp, seconded by Mindi Jackson)
- Approved September 9 minutes (motion by Sarah Hill, seconded by Mindi Jackson)
- Approved donation of up to $500 for Fall Festival supplies (motion by Janet Helmcamp, seconded by Emily Rollen)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes and a final plat request for Lot 2, Block 4 of the Railhead Addition (≈12.51 acres). Two public hearings will be held to consider specific use permits: one for a contractor’s shop on ≈1.52 acres at 1408 North Main Street in the Regional Commercial District, and another for an auction house on ≈10.39 acres at 2030 Weatherford Highway in the Industrial District. No actions will be taken in the study session; all items will be addressed in the regular session.
- Consent agenda: approve minutes for the September 22, 2025 meeting
- Consider final plat for Lot 2, Block 4, Railhead Addition (~12.51 acres) at the southeast corner of Railhead Parkway and Cleburne Station Parkway
- Public hearing: specific use permit for a contractor’s shop (~1.52 acres) at 1408 North Main Street, RC district
- Public hearing: specific use permit for an auction house (~10.39 acres) at 2030 Weatherford Highway, I district
The commission approved the consent agenda, including September minutes and a final plat request, by a 6‑0 vote. It then recommended approval of a specific‑use permit for a contractor’s shop at 1408 North Main Street, also by a 6‑0 vote. Finally, it recommended approval of a specific‑use permit for an auction house at 2030 Weatherford Highway, passing 4‑2 with two members opposing.
- Approve consent agenda (6-0)
- Recommend approval of contractor's shop SUP at 1408 N. Main St (6-0)
- Recommend approval of auction house SUP at 2030 Weatherford Hwy (4-2)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Cleburne Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to consider minutes from the August 4, 2025, meeting and receive an update on budgets and projects for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting will be held at City Hall Council Chambers on October 13, 2025.
- Review minutes from August 4, 2025 meeting
- Update on Budgets and Projects for Fiscal Year 2026
Other Notices/Committees
The 9/11 Honors Monument Advisory Committee will meet on Oct. 2, 2025 at 12:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 10 N. Robinson Street, Cleburne. The agenda includes reviewing schemes, concepts, materials, LIDAR scans, and surveys, followed by discussion of visualization, promotion, and scheduling next steps. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion and planning.
- Review schemes, concepts, materials, LIDAR scan, and survey
- Visualization and promotion of the monument
- Schedule and next steps for the project
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will meet to review animal shelter statistics from fiscal year 2024. The board will also discuss the schedule for future advisory board meetings.
- Review of FY 2024 statistics
- Discussion of future meeting dates
- Approval of February 26, 2024 minutes
The board called to order at 3:10 pm and recorded attendance. A motion was made by Steve Holcomb, seconded by Colleen Hardy, to approve the minutes from the November 8 2023 meeting, but the outcome was not recorded. The committee discussed FY 2024 statistics and set the next meeting for October 20 2025, location to be determined.
- Motion to approve Nov 8 2023 meeting minutes (outcome not recorded)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a study session and regular session to discuss agenda items. The body is deciding on a 30-day plat extension for a residential project and reviewing previous meeting minutes.
- 30-day plat extension for Torres Estates No. 2 (13 single-family residential lots, ±3.76 acres) near Cedar Street and Wendell Avenue, Case PC25-032
The Planning and Zoning Commission met on September 22, 2025. The commission approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting and a request for a 30‑day plat extension for the replat of Torres Estates No. 2. The motion carried unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other business was taken.
- Approved September 8, 2025 planning and zoning minutes (7‑0)
- Approved 30‑day plat extension for replat of Torres Estates No. 2 (7‑0)
Museum Advisory Board
The Cleburne Museum Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its August 19, 2025 meeting and receive a financial and program update. It will also discuss recent attendance, upcoming events, and plans for a new fundraiser.
- Approval of minutes for August 19, 2025
- Financial update for the museum
- Review of recent attendance and programs
- Overview of upcoming events and programs
- Discussion of a museum fundraiser
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its June 2, 2025 meeting, review summer reading program statistics, and discuss plans for the Fall Festival. It will also provide general library updates and consider new board appointments.
- Approval of minutes for June 2, 2025
- Summer Reading Statistics
- Fall Festival planning
- Library Updates
- Library Board Appointments
The board appointed Emily Rollen as a new member of the Library Advisory Board. A motion to approve the Treasurer’s report was made by Sarah Hill and seconded by Janet Helmcamp, and a motion to approve the June 2 minutes was made by Janie Stone and seconded by Diann Walce; the minutes do not record any vote outcomes for these motions.
- Emily Rollen appointed as Library Advisory Board member (approved)
- Motion to approve Treasurer’s report (motion made, outcome not recorded)
- Motion to approve June 2, 2025 minutes (motion made, outcome not recorded)
Other Notices/Committees
The 4B Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Committee will review bids for Phase 1 of Hulen Park and Lakeshore Park. It will discuss opportunities and future actions for these parks and develop recommendations to present to the City Council. The meeting also includes consideration of workshop notes from September 19, 2024.
- Consider workshop notes from September 19, 2024
- Review bids received for Hulen Park & Lakeshore Park Phase 1
- Discuss opportunities and future actions regarding Hulen Park and Lakeshore Park
- Develop recommendations for City Council
Other Notices/Committees
The 9/11 Honors Monument Advisory Committee will meet to discuss visioning and design concepts for the monument. The committee will also review timeline expectations and next steps.
- Discussion of visioning and design concepts for 9/11 Honors Monument
- Review of timeline expectations and next steps
Airport Advisory Board
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss a grant agreement for airport maintenance. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.
- Recommendation for City Manager to enter an agreement with Texas Department of Transportation – Aviation Division for the Routine Airport Maintenance (RAMP) Grant
The Airport Advisory Board considered approval of the July 14 and August 4 meeting minutes. The board voted to authorize the City Manager to enter an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division for the FY2026 Routine Airport Maintenance (RAMP) Grant. The motion passed with no opposition. The meeting was adjourned at 5:48 PM.
- Authorized City Manager to enter agreement for FY2026 RAMP Grant (unopposed, motion passed)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular session to decide on a rezoning request and a specific use permit for a tattoo and piercing studio. The meeting will also consider approval of minutes and a preliminary plat for a new residential subdivision.
- Rezone 0.23 acres at 1708 Shawnee Drive from SF-7 to RC (Case ZC25-022)
- Specific Use Permit for tattoo/piercing studio at 111 South Caddo Street (Case ZC25-021)
- Approve minutes from August 25, 2025 meeting
- Preliminary plat for Sharp Meadows Addition with 70 single-family lots (Case PC25-033)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its consent agenda, including the minutes from the August 25 meeting and the preliminary plat for the Sharp Meadows Addition. It voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the rezoning request for 1708 Shawnee Drive from Single-Family to Regional Commercial. It also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a specific use permit for a tattoo and piercing studio at 111 South Caddo Street.
- Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved preliminary plat of Sharp Meadows Addition (70 single-family lots, 5 open space lots) (7-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning 1708 Shawnee Drive from SF-7 to RC (7-0)
- Recommended approval of specific use permit for tattoo studio at 111 South Caddo Street (7-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two large residential plats and a replat with a variance request. The meeting also includes a study session to review upcoming agenda items and a consent agenda for routine approvals.
- Consider the preliminary plat for Aberdeen Lakes Addition with 439 single-family lots on ±138.31 acres near Chisholm Trail Parkway and State Highway 171, Case PC25-037
- Consider the final plat for Aberdeen Lakes Addition Phase One with 239 single-family lots on ±54.47 acres near Chisholm Trail Parkway and State Highway 171, Case PC25-036
- Public hearing on replat of Lots 1R and 2R, Block 851, Avondale Addition for two residential lots with a variance request at 1404 Granbury Street and 516 Marengo Street, Case PC25-030
The commission approved its consent agenda unanimously (6‑0). After an initial motion to deny the replat and variance for lots 1R and 2R failed (2‑4), a second motion to deny was adopted (5‑1). No public comments were made.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Initial motion to deny replat and variance failed (2-4)
- Second motion to deny replat and variance carried (5-1)
Museum Advisory Board
The Museum Advisory Board will review financial, attendance, and exhibit updates for the Cleburne Railroad Museum. The board is scheduled to vote on a meeting start time.
- Vote on meeting start time
- Financial update
- Discussion on fundraiser
- Review of recent attendance and programs
- Exhibits and publicity updates
The advisory board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting unanimously. A motion to shift the regular meeting start time from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. was also passed unanimously. The proposed 3D‑printer fundraiser for historic building models was tabled pending space and staff constraints. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved minutes from April 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Changed meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
- Fundraiser model‑printing project tabled (no vote)
4B Economic Development Corporation
The Board of Directors will meet to discuss the corporation's budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The board is also considering an agreement regarding facility utilization.
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
- Authorization of Facility Utilization Agreement with the Johnson County Sports Association
- Approval of May 15, 2025, meeting minutes
The board approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting (vote 4‑0). It authorized a Facility Utilization Agreement with the Johnson County Sports Association for use of the John Warren Sports Complex (vote 4‑0). It also approved the 4B Economic Development Corporation Fiscal Year 2026 budget as presented (vote 4‑0).
- Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
- Authorized Facility Utilization Agreement with Johnson County Sports Association (4‑0)
- Approved FY2026 4B Economic Development budget (4‑0)
Type A Economic Development Corporation
The Board of Directors will meet to discuss the budget for the Type A Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Fund for Fiscal Year 2026. The board will also consider the appointment of a President and Vice President.
- Resolution 4A-08-2025-20: Approval of the Type A Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
- Appointment of board officers for President and Vice President
The board approved the FY 2026 sales‑tax fund budget for the Cleburne Type A Economic Development Corporation with a 5‑0 vote. The board also reappointed Scott Cain as President and Derek Weathers as Vice President, also by a 5‑0 vote. Minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously (5‑0).
- Approved FY 2026 Type A Economic Development sales‑tax fund budget (5-0)
- Reappointed Scott Cain as President and Derek Weathers as Vice President (5-0)
- Approved minutes for the August 13, 2024 meeting (5-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a study session followed by a regular meeting to discuss zoning amendments and a final plat. No action will be taken during the study session, but the regular session will include votes on zoning cases and approval of routine minutes.
- Consider final plat for Lot 1, Block 1 of Kilpatrick Switch Addition, ±44.22 acres at 501 Hix Road (Case PC25-028)
- Consider amendment to Planned Development District for Trail Creek Addition, ±38.37 acres north of Mann Court (Case ZC25-017)
- Rezone request from MF-1 to PD for 4-unit duplex at 910 Fuller Road withdrawn (Case ZC25-011)
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, including the July 28 minutes and the final plat for 501 Hix Road, by a 7‑0 vote. A request to rezone 910 Fuller Road was withdrawn, so no action was taken. The commission then voted 7‑0 to deny the Planned Development Amendment for the Trail Creek Addition.
- Approve consent agenda (July 28 minutes and final plat for 501 Hix Road) – vote 7-0
- Deny Planned Development Amendment for Trail Creek Addition – vote 7-0
- No action on rezoning request for 910 Fuller Road (withdrawn by applicant)
Airport Advisory Board
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss a recommendation for a lease agreement. The board is considering the execution of this lease with Plane Place Aviation.
- Recommendation of approval for lease agreement with Plane Place Aviation at Hangar 99
The Airport Advisory Board considered a recommendation to approve the execution of a lease agreement with Plane Place Aviation at Hangar 99. A motion by Keith Moreland, seconded by Austin Lindert, faced no opposition and was approved. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved lease agreement with Plane Place Aviation for Hangar 99 (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to introduce a new member and review status updates on several city projects. The board will also consider the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting.
- PD Lacewell Demolition update
- Irrigation at Westhill Park update
- McGregor Park Restroom update
- Landscaping installments and plans at various facilities
- Introduction of newly appointed Park Board Member
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board accepted the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting; the motion was carried 4‑0. The board also introduced newly appointed member Jami Shelton and received updates on department staffing, landscaping, demolition, irrigation, and restroom projects. No other motions were taken.
- Accepted May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will consider accepting the mid-year 2025 semiannual report regarding water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee ordinances. The body will also discuss the schedule for future committee meetings.
- Acceptance of the Mid-Year 2025 Semiannual Report for Water, Wastewater, and Roadway Impact Fee Ordinances
- Approval of meeting minutes from February 10, 2025
- Discussion of future CIAC meeting dates
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a rezoning request for a residential project. The body will also review minutes from a previous special meeting.
- Rezoning request for 910 Fuller Road from MF-1 to PD for two duplexes (4 total units) on ±1.94 acres
- Withdrawn request for a private club specific use permit at 1607 West Henderson Street, Suite B
- Approval of minutes for the July 21, 2025, special called meeting
The commission approved the consent agenda unanimously (6‑0). A specific‑use permit request for 1607 West Henderson Street was withdrawn, so no action was taken. The rezoning request for 910 Fuller Road was denied after a tied vote of 3‑3, which the city attorney confirmed results in a denial. The commission then voted 4‑2 to table the request for consideration at the August 11, 2025 meeting.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Specific use permit withdrawn – no action required
- Denied rezoning request for 910 Fuller Road (tied 3-3)
- Tabled rezoning request to Aug 11, 2025 meeting (4-2)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending the city's code of ordinances regarding development regulations for mobile home parks, trailer parks, trailer courts, and trailer subdivisions. The commission will also discuss the Zoning Realignment Project and legal matters concerning the Agricultural District.
- Public hearing for Case GC25-008: updating development regulations for mobile home and trailer parks
- Executive session regarding zoning use classifications in the Agricultural District
- Discussion of updates to the Zoning Realignment Project
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, adopting the July 14 minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved a zoning ordinance amendment updating regulations for mobile home, trailer, and related parks, also by a 4‑0 vote. No citizen comments were received and no other actions were taken.
- Approved consent agenda minutes (4-0)
- Approved zoning ordinance amendment for mobile home parks (4-0)
- No action taken on executive‑session legal matters
Airport Advisory Board
The Airport Advisory Board will consider recommendations for airport rate changes and three ground lease agreements. The board will also receive updates on a TxDOT pavement project and hangar leases.
- Proposed Airport rate changes
- Three individual 10,000 square foot ground lease agreements with KNR8 LLC
- Status update on 2025 TxDOT Pavement Project
- Status update on hangar leases and tenant changes
The Airport Advisory Board approved the proposed airport rate changes. The board also approved drafting and executing three 10,000‑square‑foot ground lease agreements with KNR8 LLC. No opposition was recorded for either motion.
- Approved airport rate changes (motion passed, no opposition)
- Approved three 10,000 sq ft ground lease agreements with KNR8 LLC (motion passed, no opposition)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a 41-lot residential subdivision and an industrial lot request. The body will also consider a specific use permit for a manufactured home.
- Preliminary plat for Blakney Place Addition: 41 single-family residential lots and one drainage easement lot (±9.78 acres) near Cedar Street and Blakney Street
- Preliminary plat for Croell Concrete Addition: one industrial lot (±15.62 acres) at 1905 South Main Street, including a sanitary sewer extension waiver request
- Specific Use Permit request for a manufactured home on ±0.20 acres at 1413 Smoothe Stone Drive
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes and a preliminary plat for the Blakney Place addition, by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the preliminary plat for Lot 1, Block 1 of the Croell Concrete Addition—an industrial lot with a sanitary sewer extension variance—by a 5‑0 vote. Additionally, the commission approved a specific use permit for a manufactured home at 1413 Smoothe Stone Drive, with a 3‑2 vote. No other actions were taken.
- Approved consent agenda (June 23 minutes & Blakney Place plat) – vote 5-0
- Approved preliminary plat for Croell Concrete industrial lot with sewer variance – vote 5-0
- Approved specific use permit for manufactured home at 1413 Smoothe Stone Drive – vote 3-2
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a final plat for a residential development in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The body will also consider a replat and variance request for two residential lots.
- Final plat for Frontier Phase 2A: 108 single-family residential lots and 5 open space lots (±38.25 acres) on the south side of County Road 904
- Replat of Lots 1R and 2R, Block 851 of Avondale Addition for two residential lots at 1404 Granbury Street and 516 Marengo Street
- Variance request for right-of-way dedication requirement for a minor collector roadway (Case PC25-026)
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the June 9, 2025 minutes and the final plat of Frontier Phase 2A (108 single‑family lots). The commission then voted to recommend denial of the replat and variance request for Lots 1R and 2R, Block 851 of the Avondale Addition. Both motions passed unanimously, 7‑0.
- Approved consent agenda (including June 9 minutes and Frontier Phase 2A final plat) – vote 7‑0
- Recommended denial of replat of Lots 1R and 2R, Block 851 with variance request – vote 7‑0
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several plat requests for residential additions and commercial lots. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a replat and variance request for two residential lots.
- Preliminary plat for Harvest Hill Addition: 78 single-family residential lots on ±105.21 acres
- Final plats for Harvest Hill Addition Phase I (20 lots) and Phase II (22 lots)
- Conveyance plat for Live Oaks Apartments: one multi-family and three commercial lots at 4009-4023 North Main Street
- Preliminary plat for Kilpatrick Switch Addition: one commercial/industrial lot on ±42.77 acres
- Replat and variance request for 1404 Granbury Street and 516 Marengo Street
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its consent agenda by a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The commission also voted 4‑0 to continue the replat case for lots 1R and 2R, Block 851 of the Avondale Addition to the June 23, 2025 meeting.
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Continued replat of lots 1R and 2R, Block 851 Avondale Addition to June 23, 2025 (4-0)
Cemetery Advisory Board
The Cemetery Advisory Board will meet to conduct a quarterly review of cemetery operations. The board will discuss project updates and event recaps.
- Chambers Cemetery Ground Penetrating Radar Project update
- Memorial Day Event recap
- Landscaping and tree removal update
- Community service update
- Approval of March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
The Cleburne Cemetery Advisory Board met on June 3, 2025. A motion was made to consider and approve the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting. The record does not show a clear vote result or final decision. No other actions were documented.
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board will meet to review summer programming and library updates. The board will also address library board appointments.
- Summer Programming
- Library Updates
- Library Board Appointments
The Library Advisory Board approved the Treasurer’s report for April and May and adopted the February 3, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to allocate up to $1500 for the summer reading program was approved. The board also voted to keep the current officers in their positions.
- Approved Treasurer’s report for April and May (motion carried)
- Approved February 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved up to $1500 for summer reading program needs (motion carried)
- Reaffirmed current officers: President Sarah Hill, Vice President Alisa Carter, Secretary Mindi Jackson, Treasurer Joyce Petross (motion carried)
City Council
The Cleburne City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items, hear a Distinguished Budget Award presentation, and vote on several resolutions including a $15.5 million bond issuance for infrastructure projects, economic development agreements, and plat extensions for residential developments.
- Consider $15.5M in Certificates of Obligation for roadway infrastructure ($7.2M), public safety facility ($5.4M), and citizen service center upgrades ($2.9M)
- Approve $32,619 economic development agreement for 108 E. Chambers St. (50% reimbursable up to $25,000)
- Approve $250,000 façade improvement agreement for 715 W. Henderson St. (50% reimbursable up to $5,000)
- Vote on 30-day plat extensions for Harvest Hill Addition (78 lots) and Belle Meadows Phase 5 (31 lots)
- Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for auto sales/service facility at 1301 E. Henderson St.
The council approved a resolution (RS10) authorizing publication of a notice of intention to issue $15.5 million in certificates of obligation to fund critical roadway, a public‑safety facility, and a citizen‑service center. They also approved a specific‑use permit for 1301 E. Henderson Street, allowing the existing automobile sales and service business to continue provided no fuel tanks are stored on the site. Additional actions included designating a no‑parking zone on North Field Street, accepting a sanitary‑sewer easement for the Frontier Phase 1A development, and authorizing a three‑year master lease for airport hangar 701. The council approved three 30‑day plat extensions for the Harvest Hill Addition phases and approved matching‑fund agreements for façade improvements at 108 E. Chambers St and 715 W. Henderson St.
- Approved notice to issue $15.5 M certificates of obligation (RS10)
- Approved specific‑use permit for 1301 E. Henderson St with fuel‑tank prohibition (OR1)
- Approved no‑parking zone on North Field St from Henderson to West Chambers St (RS1)
- Accepted sanitary‑sewer easement for Frontier Phase 1A residential development (RS2)
- Authorized three‑year master tenant lease for airport hangar/tract 701 (RS3)
- Approved 30‑day plat extensions for Harvest Hill Addition phases I, II, and III (RS4‑RS6)
- Approved economic‑development matching funds for 108 E. Chambers St ($16,309.50) (RS7)
- Approved economic‑development matching funds for 715 W. Henderson St ($5,000) (RS8)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Cleburne Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two public-hearing requests for zoning variances tonight. One seeks a floor-area reduction for a 34-unit senior-housing renovation at 1108 North Anglin Street; the other asks to shorten a minimum lot-depth requirement at 1404 Granbury Street.
- Variance to reduce minimum floor area for three units in 34-unit senior-housing renovation at 1108 North Anglin Street, case VC25-003
- Variance to reduce minimum lot depth for single-family lot at 1404 Granbury Street, case VC25-001
- Motion to reschedule November 18, 2025 ZBA meeting to Monday, November 17, 2025 due to Veteran’s Day holiday
The board approved the April 15 minutes (4‑0). It granted a variance for the 1108 North Anglin Street multi‑family project (VC25‑003) and a variance for the 1404 Granbury Street lot depth reduction (VC25‑001), each by a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved moving the November 18, 2025 meeting to November 17, 2025 (4‑0).
- Approved April 15 minutes (4-0)
- Approved variance for 1108 North Anglin St, multi‑family project (VC25-003) (4-0)
- Approved variance for 1404 Granbury St lot depth reduction to 87 ft (VC25-001) (4-0)
- Approved rescheduling ZBA meeting to Nov 17, 2025 (4-0)
Museum Advisory Board
The Cleburne Museum Advisory Board will meet on May 20, 2025, to discuss financial updates, attendance, programs, exhibits, publicity, and fundraising for the Cleburne Railroad Museum. The board will also vote on a change to the meeting start time and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Vote on proposed change to meeting start time
- Approval of minutes from April 15, 2025 meeting
- Review of financial, attendance, program, exhibit, publicity, and fundraising updates for the Cleburne Railroad Museum
City Council
The Cleburne City Council holds a workshop to receive two staff presentations: the 2025/2026 debt-funded Capital Improvement Program and the final financing plan from Hilltop Securities. The public may speak in person or online before the Council before roll call and citizen comments.
- Presentation of 2025/2026 Debt Funded Capital Improvement Program by City Staff
- Presentation of final finance plan for the 2025/2026 Capital Improvement Program by Hilltop Securities
4B Economic Development Corporation
The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss leadership appointments and a facility improvement. The board is considering a recommendation to City Council for a specific equipment purchase.
- Contract with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds and Water Parks for a Splash Station shade canopy not to exceed $68,187.38
- Appointment of President and Vice President for a one-year term
The board elected Debbie Miller as President and Michelle Kennon as Vice‑President for one‑year terms, with a 5‑0 vote. The board approved the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting, also by a 5‑0 vote. The board authorized a contract with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds and Water Parks to purchase and install a shade canopy at Splash Station, not to exceed $68,187.38, with a 5‑0 vote.
- Appointed Debbie Miller as President (5-0)
- Appointed Michelle Kennon as Vice‑President (5-0)
- Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Authorized contract with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds & Water Parks for shade canopy, up to $68,187.38 (5-0)
City Council
The Cleburne City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 13, 2025, to consider consent agenda items including easements for the Aberdeen Lakes and Thunderbay projects, final plats for several subdivisions, and appointment of a police reserve officer. Action items include a public hearing on a minor plat with a right-of-way variance, a $3.3 million contract for utility improvements on Roberts Avenue, Phillips Street, and Main Street, and a $443,395.50 reimbursement for the Belle Lagos development.
- $3,300,000 contract with EGW Services for utility improvements on Roberts Avenue, Phillips Street, and Main Street (water, sewer, pavement)
- Public hearing on minor plat with variance to waive right-of-way dedication on West Henderson Street (DW Cleburne Wright Retail Addition)
- Reimbursement up to $443,395.50 for public improvements in Belle Lagos Subdivision
- Final plat approvals: Island Grove Addition (30 single-family lots), Emerson Cleburne Addition (3 multi-family lots), Whitlock Addition (3 commercial/industrial lots)
- Appointment of Rodney Watson to Cleburne Police Reserve Force
The council approved a contract with EGW Services to perform utility improvements on Roberts Avenue, Phillips Street and Main Street for up to $3.3 million. It also approved several development plats and easements, confirmed a police reserve appointment, and authorized March 2025 accounts payable. All actions were recorded as approved, though vote tallies were not listed in the minutes.
- Approved contract with EGW Services for utility improvements (up to $3.3M) (vote not recorded)
- Approved RS1 public sanitary sewer easement from Davoil, Inc. (vote not recorded)
- Approved RS2 public wastewater easement from Cleburne ISD (vote not recorded)
- Approved RS3 accounts payable for March 2025 totaling $5,415,109.26 (vote not recorded)
- Approved final plat for Island Grove Addition (30 residential lots) (vote not recorded)
- Approved final plat for Emerson Cleburne Addition (3 multi‑family lots) (vote not recorded)
- Approved final plat for Whitlock Addition (3 commercial/industrial lots) (vote not recorded)
- Confirmed appointment of Rodney Watson to the Cleburne Police Reserve Force (approved)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several plat extensions for the Harvest Hill Addition and a final plat for Belle Meadows Phase 5. The body will also consider a specific use permit for a vehicle sales and service facility.
- 30-day plat extension for Harvest Hill Addition (78 residential lots, 2 open space lots) on ±105.21 acres
- 30-day plat extension for Harvest Hill Addition Phase I (20 residential lots, 1 open space lot) on ±25.15 acres
- 30-day plat extension for Harvest Hill Addition Phase II (22 residential lots, 1 open space lot) on ±34.25 acres
- Final plat for Belle Meadows Phase 5 (31 residential lots, 1 open space lot) on ±12.61 acres with utility easement variance
- Specific Use Permit for vehicle sales and service facility at 1301 East Henderson Street on ±0.90 acres
The commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved three 30‑day plat extensions for the Harvest Hill development and the final plat for Belle Meadows Phase 5 with a utility easement variance, each by a 7‑0 vote. Finally, the commission approved a specific use permit for an automobile sales facility at 1301 East Henderson Street, adding a condition that fuel tanks may not be stored on the premises, also by a 7‑0 vote.
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved 30‑day extension for Harvest Hill preliminary plat (78 lots) (7-0)
- Approved 30‑day extension for Harvest Hill final plat Phase I (20 lots) (7-0)
- Approved 30‑day extension for Harvest Hill final plat Phase II (22 lots) (7-0)
- Approved final plat for Belle Meadows Phase 5 with utility easement variance (7-0)
- Approved specific use permit for automobile sales facility at 1301 E. Henderson St., prohibiting fuel tank storage (7-0)
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a swearing-in ceremony for councilmembers re-elected on May 3, 2025. The event consists of acknowledgments, oaths of office, and the presentation of certificates of election.
- Swearing-in of Blake Jones (District Two)
- Swearing-in of Oliver Cozby (District Three)
Library Advisory Board
The Cleburne Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to receive library updates, discuss summer programming, and consider board appointments. The agenda also includes standard items such as approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and public comment. No high-impact decisions or financial actions are listed.
- Discuss summer programming for the library
- Consider library board appointments
- Approval of minutes from February 3, 2025
- Treasurer's report
- Library updates
The Library Advisory Board approved the Treasurer's report after a motion by Mindi Jackson and a second by Jack McCartney. The board also approved the minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting after a motion by Sarah Hill and a second by Janet Helcamp. Both motions were carried. No other substantive actions were decided.
- Approved Treasurer's report (motion carried)
- Approved February 3, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to consider meeting minutes from October 2024, appoint board officials, and receive updates on capital improvement projects for Fiscal Year 2025, winter projects, and upcoming events. The agenda is largely informational and procedural with no specific votes on funding or policy changes.
- Consideration of minutes from October 7, 2024, meeting
- Appointment of board members to serve as board officials
- Update on Capital Improvement Projects for Fiscal Year 2025
- Update on Winter Projects
- Update on Events
The board accepted the October 7, 2024 meeting minutes with a unanimous 5-0 vote. They voted to keep Brian Goodman as President of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, also 5-0. They voted to keep Steven Shaffer as Vice President, again 5-0. No other actions were decided.
- Accepted October 7, 2024 minutes (5-0)
- Reappointed Brian Goodman as President (5-0)
- Reappointed Steven Shaffer as Vice President (5-0)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will review Fire Engineer appeals from the April 2 promotional exam and consider approving a resulting eligibility list. A workshop is scheduled to discuss the Chapter 143 promotional testing and appeal process. The commission will also announce upcoming entry-level exams for fire and police positions.
- Review and consider Fire Engineer Appeals from April 2, 2025 exam
- Review and consider approving Fire Engineer Eligibility List from April 2, 2025
- Workshop to discuss Chapter 143 promotional testing and appeal process
- Announce Entry Level Fire Exam on May 3, 2025
- Announce Entry Level Police Exam on June 17, 2025
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a Zoning Alignment Project and consider several final plats for residential and commercial developments. One item includes a public hearing for a minor plat with a variance request.
- Final plat for Island Grove Addition: 30 single-family residential lots on ±9.07 acres (Case PC25-012)
- Final plat for Emerson Cleburne Addition: 3 multi-family residential lots on ±71.59 acres (Case PC25-013)
- Final plat for Whitlock Addition: 3 commercial/industrial lots at 3905 North Main Street (Case PC25-017)
- Minor plat for DW Cleburne Wright Retail Addition: 1 commercial and 1 multi-family lot at West Henderson Street and North Field Street (Case PC25-009)
- Discussion of the upcoming Zoning Alignment Project
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, including revisions to the April 14, 2025 minutes, with a 6‑0 vote. The commission also approved a minor plat for the DW Cleburne Wright Retail Addition, granting a variance to the right‑of‑way dedication requirement, by a 4‑2 vote, with Chairman Archer and Vice‑Chairman Albertson voting against. No other business was taken up.
- Approved consent agenda with minutes revision (6-0)
- Approved minor plat with variance request (4-2, Archer and Albertson opposed)
City Council
The City Council will consider several agreements tied to the new Amazon facility, including a $277,700 traffic signal installation at Pioneer Drive and Chisholm Trail Parkway, a left-turn lane, and an escrow agreement with the developer. Also up for votes are a preliminary plat for three commercial/industrial lots at 3905 North Main Street, a final plat for 185 single-family lots in Silo Mills Phase 2, and the annual audit for fiscal year 2024. A public hearing is scheduled to rezone roughly 0.12 acres at West Henderson and North Field streets from Planned Development to High-Density Residential.
- Traffic signal installation at Pioneer Drive and SH 121 funded by Amazon developer, $277,700 cost to be escrowed (RS3)
- Left-turn lane construction at Chisholm Trail Parkway and Pioneer Drive via TxDOT agreement, developer-funded (RS4)
- Preliminary plat for 3 commercial/industrial lots on 15.74 acres at 3905 North Main Street (RS8)
- Final plat for 185 single-family residential lots in Silo Mills Phase 2, ETJ (RS9)
- Public hearing to rezone 0.12 acres from PD to MF-2 at West Henderson and North Field streets (OR1)
The City Council adopted several resolutions authorizing advance funding agreements with TxDOT for railroad crossing improvements, a traffic signal, and a turn lane, as well as related escrow and easement agreements with private developers and utilities. It also approved preliminary and final plats for new commercial and residential developments and accepted the February 2025 accounts payable and the 2024 annual audit. A public hearing was held on a rezoning ordinance.
- Approved advance funding agreement with TxDOT for railroad crossing striping and signage (RS1)
- Approved escrow agreement with Seefried Development Management for traffic signal funding (RS2)
- Approved advance funding agreement with TxDOT for $277,700 traffic signal at Pioneer Drive and SH 121 (RS3)
- Approved agreement for a left‑turn lane on Chisholm Trail Parkway (RS4)
- Approved license agreement with Fort Worth and Western Railroad for sewer extension (RS5)
- Approved encroachment easement with Oncor Electric Delivery for sanitary sewer main (RS6)
- Approved preliminary plat for three commercial/industrial lots at 3905 North Main Street (RS8)
- Approved final plat for Silo Mills Phase 2 residential development (RS9)
Building & Standards Commission
The Building and Standards Commission will hold a workshop meeting. The session includes an update on all commission properties provided by Fire Marshal Danny Wilson.
- Update on all Building and Standards Commission properties from Fire Marshal Danny Wilson
- Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
The Building & Standards Commission approved the minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other motions were voted on. The commission received a detailed property update from Fire Marshal Danny Wilson but took no formal actions on those items.
- Approved March 20, 2024 minutes (5-0)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two variance requests: one to reduce minimum floor area for three two-bedroom units in a proposed 34-unit senior housing development (Irving Lofts) at 1108 North Anglin Street, and another to increase the maximum floor area and height of an existing nonresidential accessory structure at 1731 North Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the March 18 meeting and take public comments.
- Variance to reduce minimum floor area for three two-bedroom units (37–99 sq ft below code) in the Irving Lofts senior housing project at 1108 North Anglin Street
- Variance to increase maximum floor area and height for an accessory building at 1731 North Main Street (Case VC25-004)
- Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2025 ZBA meeting
- Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
The board approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It voted 5‑0 to continue the public hearing on variance VC25-003 and table the case to the May 20, 2025 meeting. It also voted 5‑0 to approve variance case VC25-004 as presented.
- Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Tabled variance VC25-003 to May 20, 2025 meeting (5-0)
- Approved variance VC25-004 as presented (5-0)
Museum Advisory Board
The Museum Advisory Board will review a financial update, recent attendance and programs, and upcoming events. Discussions include a fund-raiser and potential changes to the meeting start time. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Fund-raiser discussion
- Financial update
- Attendance and programs report
- Exhibits and structures updates
- Meeting start time discussion
The advisory board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a motion to research the cost and viability of a fundraiser for custom 3D‑printed historic building models. Additionally, the board unanimously approved moving future meetings to 6:00 p.m. and then adjourned the session.
- Approved minutes for the January 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved research on cost and viability of a fundraiser for 3D‑printed historic building models (unanimous)
- Approved adjusting future meeting time to 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Other Notices/Committees
The Audit Committee will meet with John Manning from Patillo, Brown, & Hill, L.L.P. to discuss the audit for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024. The meeting includes a public comment period. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Discussion of FY2024 audit with Patillo, Brown, & Hill, L.L.P.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a study session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several land-use items. Key actions include rezoning a parcel at 1304 Chase Avenue from commercial/industrial to single-family, rezoning a parcel at West Henderson and North Field streets from planned development to high-density residential, and amending the zoning code to allow data centers in certain districts. The commission will also consider preliminary and final plats for new residential and commercial subdivisions.
- Preliminary plat for Whitlock Addition: three commercial/industrial lots on ±15.74 acres at 3905 North Main Street
- Final plat for Silo Mills Phase 2: 185 single-family residential lots on ±45.62 acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction
- Rezone from CI to SF-7 at 1304 Chase Avenue (0.17 acres)
- Rezone from PD to MF-2 and amend PD ordinance at West Henderson and North Field streets (1.50 acres total)
- Proposed zoning code amendment to permit data centers as a use in certain districts (case GC25-001)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, a 30‑day plat extension, two rezoning requests, and an ordinance amendment to permit data centers with a specific use permit in the CI district. All motions carried unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Approved 30‑day plat extension for DW Cleburne Wright Retail Addition (4-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1304 Chase Avenue from CI to SF‑7 (4-0)
- Approved amendment of PD to MF‑2 at West Henderson & North Field (4-0)
- Approved ordinance amendment to add data centers as permitted use with SUP requirement in CI district (4-0)
City Council
The Cleburne City Council will hold a public hearing on a Specific Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 209 E. Henderson Street. They will also consider approving a final plat for Lankford Farms Phase 1A (10 residential lots) and accepting an unsolicited bid of $7,000 for struck-off property at 2451 Sabine Avenue. The consent agenda includes approval of January 2025 accounts payable totaling $5,434,969.38. A resolution to reschedule the November 11 regular meeting to November 18 for Veterans Day is also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for tattoo studio (Chez Shae Ink Boutique) at 209 E. Henderson Street
- Resolution approving final plat of Lankford Farms Phase 1A – 10 single-family lots on S. Brazos Avenue
- Ordinance accepting unsolicited bid of $7,000 from Ramiro Agundis for struck-off property at 2451 Sabine Avenue
- Resolution rescheduling November 11 regular meeting to November 18 for Veterans Day
- Consent agenda approval of January 2025 accounts payable – $5,434,969.38
The City Council approved the final plat for Lankford Farms Phase 1A, a specific‑use permit for a tattoo studio, and an unsolicited bid to acquire a struck‑off property. It also approved the accounts‑payable resolution for January 2025 and rescheduled the November 11, 2025 meeting to November 18, 2025. All items were adopted by the Council.
- Approved accounts payable and budget transfers for January 2025 (consent agenda)
- Approved final plat for Lankford Farms Phase 1A (5‑0 recommendation, motion carried)
- Approved Specific Use Permit for tattoo studio at 209 E. Henderson St. (motion carried)
- Approved unsolicited $7,000 bid for 2451 Sabine Ave. property (motion carried)
- Approved resolution to reschedule November 11, 2025 meeting to November 18, 2025 (motion carried)
City Council
The City Council will meet for a special workshop to discuss financial information and strategic planning. The meeting includes a period for citizens to provide comments.
- Discussion of budget and financial information
- Discussion of strategic planning
Other Notices/Committees
The Partnership Opportunities for Progress (POP) Committee, comprising members of the City Council, School Board, and Chamber of Commerce, will meet to hear a presentation on CISD's Bond 2025 proposal. The committee will also discuss the process for interagency planning and explore other partnership opportunities. No binding votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and consideration only.
- Presentation of Cleburne ISD's Bond 2025 proposal
- Discuss and consider process for interagency planning
- Discuss other partnership opportunities
- Consider minutes from March 27, 2024, meeting
- Citizens comments opportunity
City Council
The council will vote on consent agenda items including airport lease renewals and a license agreement with BNSF for a 16-inch water main loop. Action items include public hearings for a specific use permit for an auto body shop, zoning amendments for fire lane regulations, final plat approval with a sewer waiver, and acceptance of right-of-way from the school district for University Drive. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal advice on bond amounts and economic development discussions.
- Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for CarStar auto body shop at 106 Vantage Drive
- Resolution approving license agreement with BNSF for water main loop crossing
- Ordinance amending fire lane regulations in subdivision and zoning codes (Case GC25-002)
- Final plat for Humber Valley Addition with sanitary sewer extension waiver
- Acceptance of right-of-way from Cleburne ISD for University Drive construction
The City Council approved a new three‑year lease for Hangar 701 with Aeropremiere, LLC and authorized the required BNSF license agreement for the water main project. It also approved a specific‑use permit for an automobile body shop at 106 Vantage Drive, amended zoning regulations to shift fire‑lane requirements to the site‑plan review, approved the final plat for a commercial lot at 1807 S. Main Street with a sanitary‑sewer waiver, and accepted right‑of‑way easements from the Cleburne Independent School District for University Drive. All motions carried; one resolution (RS2) was withdrawn by staff.
- Approved three‑year Hangar 701 lease with Aeropremiere (Weathers, Jones aye; Cozby no; Warren abstain; Cain postponed)
- Approved BNSF license agreement for water main project (Weathers, Jones aye; Cozby no; Warren abstain; Cain postponed)
- Approved specific‑use permit for auto body shop at 106 Vantage Drive (Weathers, Jones aye; Cozby no; Warren withdrawn; Cain postponed)
- Approved zoning ordinance amendments removing fire‑lane easement requirement (Weathers, Jones aye; Cozby no; Warren withdrawn; Cain postponed)
- Approved final plat for Lot 1, Block 1 at 1807 S. Main Street with sewer waiver (Weathers, Jones aye; Cozby no; Warren withdrawn; Cain postponed)
- Accepted right‑of‑way easements from CISD for University Drive (Weathers, Jones aye; Cozby no; Warren withdrawn; Cain postponed)
- Resolution RS2 (consolidation of leases for Tracts 900/901) withdrawn by staff
Airport Advisory Board
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to recommend approvals for two hangar lease agreements. The board will also receive updates on a TxDOT apron reconstruction project and a hazmat project.
- Recommendation of approval for David Johnson to convert Hangar 900 and 901 leases into one Master Lease Agreement for Hangar 900
- Recommendation of approval for a new three-year lease agreement for David MacDonald for Hangar 701
- Update on TxDOT Apron Reconstruction Project for FY2025
- Update on Hangar 99 Hazmat project
The board considered approval of the minutes from the September 9, September 23, and October 7, 2024 meetings. The board voted to table the review of a master lease for Hangars 900 and 901 until the next meeting, with no opposition. The board approved a new three‑year lease agreement for Hangar 701 for David MacDonald by a 3‑0 vote.
- Considered approval of Sep 9, Sep 23, Oct 7, 2024 minutes (outcome not recorded)
- Tabled review of master lease for Hangars 900/901 until next meeting (passed, no opposition)
- Approved three‑year lease for Hangar 701 (3-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a consent agenda including minutes and a final plat for Lankford Farms Phase 1A (10 single-family lots), and will hold a public hearing for a Specific Use Permit to allow a tattoo studio at 209 East Henderson Street in the Downtown Core Overlay.
- Final plat of Lankford Farms Phase 1A: 10 single-family residential lots and one open space lot on ±2.35 acres west of South Brazos Avenue along Traction Trail
- Specific Use Permit for a tattoo studio on ±0.04 acres zoned RC (Regional Commercial) at 209 East Henderson Street in the Downtown Core Overlay
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda. It also approved a specific use permit for a tattoo studio at 209 E. Henderson Street, granting a waiver of the 300‑foot distance requirement from a nearby church. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
- Approved specific use permit for tattoo studio with 300‑ft distance waiver (5‑0)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on three variance requests for a proposed RV carport at 1108 Willow Creek Road. The variances would allow a reduced side yard setback, increased height to 13 feet, and a deviation from the required roof pitch. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting.
- Variance request for minimum side yard setback reduction for RV carport at 1108 Willow Creek Road
- Variance request to increase maximum accessory structure height from 12 to 13 feet
- Variance request to deviate from required roof pitch for the RV carport
The Cleburne Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a request for variances from accessory building and parking standards for a proposed RV carport at 1108 Willow Creek Road. The motion carried 4-0. The board also approved the minutes of the January 21, 2025 meeting by a 4-0 vote.
- Approved variances for RV carport at 1108 Willow Creek Road (4-0)
- Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 meeting (4-0)
Museum Advisory Board
The Museum Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the museum's finances, attendance, and exhibits. The board will also discuss a fundraiser and the meeting's start time.
- Museum financial update
- Recent attendance and programs review
- Exhibits and structures update
- Fundraiser discussion
- Meeting start time discussion
City Council
The City Council will review two rezoning requests and several service contracts. Key items include a proposed residential development in the ETJ and equipment leases for the John Warren Sports Complex.
- Final plat for Frontier Phase 2B: 130 single-family residential lots on ±68.71 acres
- Agreement with Oller Engineering, Inc. for West Buffalo Creek Sewer Improvements: not to exceed $400,000
- Equipment lease for John Warren Sports Complex with Government Capital Corporation: $348,037.69
- Pump replacement at Cleburne Golf Links with Waterborne Pumps: not to exceed $106,663
- Public hearing for rezoning 308 Featherston Street to Duplex Dwelling District
The Cleburne City Council denied a request to rezone 308 Featherston Street from single-family to duplex dwelling, following a public hearing with multiple opponents. The council approved the consent agenda as presented, including the Frontier Phase 2B final plat for 130 residential lots, and approved several other action items. Veterans Day was designated as an official city holiday.
- Denied rezoning of 308 Featherston Street from SF-10 to Duplex District (motion to deny carried)
- Approved consent agenda including Frontier Phase 2B final plat (130 single-family lots) (approved as presented)
- Approved Granicus video services agreement up to $60,403 (consent agenda)
- Approved Waterborne Pumps contract up to $106,663 for golf course pumps (consent agenda)
- Approved 4-year equipment lease for John Warren Sports Complex at $348,037.69 (consent agenda)
- Approved rezoning of 1551 East Henderson Street to Planned Development District (approved as presented)
- Approved accepting quitclaim deed for 1711 Country Club Road (approved as presented)
- Approved Oller Engineering contract up to $400,000 for sewer improvements (approved as presented)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request at 1551 East Henderson Street, a specific use permit for an automobile body shop at 106 Vantage Drive, two plats, and an amendment to subdivision and zoning ordinances regarding access and fire lanes. The study session precedes the regular session where decisions will be made.
- Rezone from RC to PD with Henderson Street Overlay on ±0.21 acres at 1551 East Henderson Street
- Specific Use Permit for automobile body shop on ±0.53 acres at 106 Vantage Drive
- Minor replat for two single-family residential lots with variance at 807 East Second Street
- Final plat of commercial lot with sanitary sewer waiver at 1807 South Main Street
- Amendment to Title XV Chapter 154 and Chapter 155 to update access and fire lane regulations
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat with a sanitary sewer waiver for a commercial lot at 1807 South Main Street, a rezoning to Planned Development at 1551 East Henderson Street, a Specific Use Permit for an auto body shop at 106 Vantage Drive, and amendments to subdivision and zoning ordinances regarding access and fire lanes. A minor replat at 807 East Second Street was withdrawn at the applicant's request. All votes were 7-0.
- Approved final plat for Humber Valley Addition with sanitary sewer waiver (PC24-051), 7-0
- Approved PD rezoning at 1551 East Henderson Street (ZC25-001), 7-0
- Approved SUP for auto body shop at 106 Vantage Drive (ZC24-047), 7-0
- Approved ordinance amendments on access and fire lanes (GC25-002), 7-0
- Withdrew minor replat at 807 East Second Street (PC25-004), 7-0
- Approved consent agenda including February 24, 2025 minutes, 7-0
Cemetery Advisory Board
The Cemetery Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes from December 2024 and conduct a quarterly review. Citizens may comment in person or submit questions online. No specific policy decisions or financial actions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024 meeting
- Quarterly review of cemetery operations
- Public comment period for any matter
- Meeting held in City Hall Council Conference Room
- Online comment submission deadline: 11:00 a.m. same day
The Cleburne Cemetery Advisory Board met on March 4, 2025, and approved the minutes from the December 3, 2024 meeting with a 3-0 vote. No citizens attended. The board discussed the ground-penetrating radar survey, with a member asking if staff would follow up on missed findings and expressing interest in being involved in naming unmarked burials. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
City Council
The City Council will vote to cancel the May 3, 2025 general election because candidates for Single-Member Districts Two and Three are unopposed. Other major items include a preliminary plat for 350 single-family lots at Bates Ridge Addition, several rezoning requests (including an Oncor electrical substation), and a resolution filling a vacancy on the Johnson County Central Appraisal District board. The council will also discuss a pending lawsuit against the city in executive session.
- Cancel May 3, 2025 General Election (OR1) due to unopposed candidates in SMD 2 and 3
- Preliminary plat for 350 single-family lots on 84.79 acres at Bates Ridge Addition, west of Nolan Ridge Drive (RS2)
- Public hearing on rezoning 0.46 acres at 308 Featherston Street from SF-10 to Duplex District for a duplex (OR2) — requested postponement
- Public hearing on rezoning 44.22 acres at East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road from Interim Holding to Planned Development for an Oncor electrical substation (OR4)
- Public hearing on PD amendment for Railhead Development to standardize streetscape materials along Cleburne Station Parkway and Railhead Parkway (OR5)
The Cleburne City Council approved a rezoning for an Oncor electrical substation on 44.22 acres near East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road, with modifications recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The council also canceled the May 3, 2025, general election due to unopposed candidates in Districts 2 and 3, and approved the preliminary plat for the 350-lot Bates Ridge Addition. A rezoning request at 308 Featherston Street was postponed to March 11, and a request at 1551 East Henderson Street was withdrawn.
- Approved rezoning for Oncor substation on 44.22 acres (PD, with modifications) (unanimous)
- Canceled May 3, 2025, general election due to unopposed candidates (consent agenda)
- Approved preliminary plat for Bates Ridge Addition, 350 single-family lots (consent agenda)
- Postponed rezoning at 308 Featherston Street to March 11, 2025
- Withdrew rezoning application at 1551 East Henderson Street
- Approved PD amendment for Railhead streetscape to use stamped concrete (unanimous)
- Nominated Peter Svendsen to Johnson County Central Appraisal District board
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss potential amendments to single-family residential zoning districts. The body is also deciding on the final plat for a residential development in the extraterritorial jurisdiction.
- Final plat for Frontier Phase 2B: 130 single-family residential lots, 4 open space lots, and 1 lift station lot on ±68.71 acres south of County Road 904
- Discussion of Zoning Ordinance amendments for single-family residential districts SF-6, SF-7, SF-10, and SF-20
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the final plat for Frontier Phase 2B, a 130-lot single-family residential subdivision in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The commission also elected Commissioner Walker as acting chairman for the meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including final plat for Frontier Phase 2B (5-0)
- Elected Commissioner Walker as Acting Chairman (5-0)
4B Economic Development Corporation
At this regular meeting, the board will consider authorizing a finance agreement with Government Capital Corporation to provide maintenance equipment for the John Warren Sports Complex, with annual payments not to exceed $88,329.83 for four years. The board will also consider facility utilization and concession stand lease agreements with the Cleburne Baseball and Softball Association, Cleburne Football League, and Cleburne Soccer Association. Approval of minutes from the November 21, 2024 regular meeting is also on the agenda.
- Consider finance agreement with Government Capital Corp via Sourcewell for equipment at John Warren Sports Complex, $88,329.83/year for 4 years
- Consider facility utilization and concession stand lease agreements with Cleburne Baseball and Softball Association
- Consider facility utilization and concession stand lease agreements with Cleburne Football League
- Consider facility utilization and concession stand lease agreements with Cleburne Soccer Association
- Consider and approve minutes from November 21, 2024 regular meeting
The Cleburne 4B Economic Development Corporation approved a financing agreement with Government Capital Corporation to lease maintenance equipment for the John Warren Sports Complex, with four annual payments of $87,009.42 totaling $348,037.69. The board also approved facility utilization and concession lease agreements with local sports associations. Minutes from the November 2024 meeting were approved.
- Approved minutes for November 21, 2024 meeting (6-0)
- Approved $348,037.69 equipment lease for John Warren Sports Complex (6-0)
- Approved facility and concession agreements with Cleburne Baseball & Softball Association, Cleburne Football League, and Cleburne Soccer Association (6-0)
City Council
The council will vote on consent agenda items including a $7.47M accounts payable and several economic development agreements. A key action item is a resolution supporting a housing tax credit application for Irving Lofts, a 35-unit senior living complex at the former Irving Elementary. The council will also discuss fiscal year 2025 street maintenance projects and may enter executive session on sewer line easements.
- Resolution supporting housing tax credit application for 35-unit senior apartment (Irving Lofts, 1108 N Anglin St) with $500 fee waiver
- Professional engineering contract up to $69,220 for pump station valve improvements at stations #14 and #12
- Temporary construction easement for $1,200 plus closing costs for Thunderbay Lift Station and force main project
- Economic development agreement reimbursing $2,091.60 for window replacement at 814 Turner St
- Economic development agreement reimbursing $5,000 for LED sign replacement at 1200 W Henderson St
The Cleburne City Council approved a resolution supporting a housing tax credit application for Irving Lofts, a 35-unit senior living complex at 1108 North Anglin Street, including a $500 permit fee waiver. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included accounts payable, investment reports, economic development agreements, and engineering services contracts. A presentation on the FY2025 street maintenance projects was discussed, with no changes proposed by the council.
- Approved resolution supporting housing tax credit application for Irving Lofts (35-unit senior apartments) with $500 fee waiver
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable for December 2024 totaling $7,471,072.08
- Approved investment report for quarter ending December 2024 with $211,909,033.08 invested
- Approved Chapter 380 agreement with Cherie Laiche for home improvement at 814 Turner St ($2,091.60 reimbursement)
- Approved Chapter 380 agreement with JML Investments for façade improvement at 1200 W Henderson St ($5,000 reimbursement)
- Approved engineering services agreement with CP&Y for pump station valve improvements ($69,220)
- Approved temporary construction easement for Thunderbay Lift Station project ($1,200)
- Approved annual racial profiling reports for police, marshal, and fire marshal offices
Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will consider accepting the semiannual report on water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees for the period ending December 31, 2024. The report summarizes fund balances and project spending and recommends no changes to the program. The committee will also approve minutes from August 2024 and hear citizen comments.
- Consider acceptance of the year-end 2024 semiannual report on the capital improvement plan progress for water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee ordinances
- Roadway impact fee fund balance: $5,191,110.15 as of Dec. 31, 2024, with $688,741 in revenue collected during the period
- Water and wastewater impact fee fund balance: $5,806,941.28 combined ($2,707,457.14 water, $3,099,484.14 wastewater)
- $116,221.38 spent during the reporting period on the Impact Fee Update Study
- Committee recommends no changes to the impact fee program at this time
The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee approved the semi-annual report on the End-Year 2024 Impact Fee Update, which will be sent to City Council. The report covers the water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee funds, including fund balances and revenue. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved minutes of August 26, 2024 (7-0)
- Approved semi-annual report on End-Year 2024 Impact Fee Update (7-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a preliminary plat for the Bates Ridge Addition and three rezoning requests. These include a request for a duplex, a change to single-family residential, and a site for an electrical power substation.
- Preliminary plat for Bates Ridge Addition: 350 single-family lots and 14 open space lots on ±84.79 acres
- Rezoning request for 308 Featherston Street from SF-10 to D (Duplex Dwelling District) for two units on ±0.46 acres
- Rezoning request for 1551 East Henderson Street from RC to SF-7 (Single-Family Dwelling District) on ±0.21 acres
- Rezoning request for ±44.22 acres on East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road from IH to PD for an electrical power substation
The Cleburne Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request to rezone 308 Featherston Street from SF-10 to D for a duplex, citing incompatibility with the historic neighborhood. It approved a rezoning of 1551 East Henderson Street from RC to SF-7 to align zoning with an existing home, and approved a rezoning of ±44.22 acres near East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road to PD for an electrical substation, with modifications to use flex base pavement and waive landscaping along street frontages.
- Denied duplex rezoning at 308 Featherston Street (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 1551 East Henderson Street to SF-7 (7-0)
- Approved PD rezoning for electrical substation near East Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road with modifications (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Bates Ridge Addition preliminary plat for 350 lots (7-0)
- Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
Library Advisory Board
The Cleburne Library Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting. Items on the agenda include a treasurer's report, approval of previous minutes, library updates, and board appointments. The meeting is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.
- Treasurer's report
- Approval of minutes from December 2, 2024
- Library updates
- Library Board appointments
The Library Advisory Board approved a $2,400 budget request for future improvements, including replacing computer stations, getting chairs and shelving, and creating cozy reading spaces. The board also approved the treasurer's report and the December minutes with an amendment. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on program updates and upcoming events.
- Approved $2,400 budget for future library improvements (motion by Janie Stone, seconded by Sarah Hill)
- Approved Treasurer's Report (motion by Alisa Carter, seconded by Diann Wallace)
- Approved December 2nd meeting minutes with slight amendment (motion by Alisa Carter, seconded by Diann Wallace)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a development agreement for roadway improvements at Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road and a rezoning request for a 105-acre residential subdivision. The body will also consider an ordinance to prohibit unauthorized camping on private property and the use of eminent domain for a sewer project.
- Development agreement with Atwood Distributing, LP for Kilpatrick Avenue and Hix Road improvements totaling $1,060,328
- Public hearing for rezoning 105.32 acres to a Planned Development District for Harvest Hill Estates
- Professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for wastewater reassessment not to exceed $89,032
- Amendment to Childress Engineers, Inc. agreement for Woodard Avenue widening not to exceed $118,900
- Ordinance ordering a General Election for Councilmembers in Districts Two and Three on May 3, 2025
The Cleburne City Council approved a rezoning of 105.32 acres from SF-7 to PD for the Harvest Hill Estates single-family subdivision, with deviations for rural-style roads, a curvilinear street variance, and on-site septic systems. The council also authorized eminent domain proceedings to acquire easements for the Northwest Sewer Interceptor Project, approved a development agreement with Atwood Distributing for road improvements, and passed an ordinance prohibiting unauthorized camping on private property. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved rezoning of 105.32 acres to PD for Harvest Hill Estates (unanimous)
- Authorized eminent domain for sewer line easements (unanimous)
- Approved $1,060,328 development agreement with Atwood Distributing for Kilpatrick Ave/Hix Rd improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $118,900 amendment to Childress Engineers for Woodard Ave widening design (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance prohibiting camping on private property without owner authorization (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including election order for May 3, 2025, replat, and $89,032 TBLL assessment agreement (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a study session at 6:00 p.m. to discuss agenda items, including a possible change to future meeting start times, followed by a regular session at 6:30 p.m. The main action item is consideration of the minor plat for Miranda Estates, which would create four single-family residential lots and includes a variance request for side lot line angles on Lot 3. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the January 13 meeting and hear citizen comments.
- Consider the minor plat of Miranda Estates, four single-family lots on ±4.51 acres at 864 Fuller Road, with a variance for side lot lines on Lot 3 (Case PC24-058)
- Discuss updating the start time for future study session and regular session meetings
- Receive update on City Council actions related to Planning and Zoning cases
- Consider approval of minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting
- Citizen comments on non-agenda matters
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minor plat for Miranda Estates, creating four single-family residential lots on ±4.51 acres at 864 Fuller Road, including a variance for Lot 3's side lot lines. The motion passed 4-0. The commission also approved the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Miranda Estates minor plat with variance for Lot 3 side lot lines (4-0)
- Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 P&Z meeting (4-0)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a request for variances from minimum lot dimensions to allow construction of a single-family residence on a 0.07-acre lot at 207 Peacock Street. The property is in the LC (Local Commercial) district but within the Neighborhood Transition Overlay. The board must decide whether to approve the variances, which require a 75% supermajority vote.
- Variance request for lot area (3,049 sq ft vs. 8,500 required), lot width (53 ft vs. 70), and lot depth (55 ft vs. 120) at 207 Peacock Street
- Proposed 1,360-square-foot, 2-story single-family residence with one-car garage
- Applicant Christina Chandler, represented by Charles Chandler
- No formal public responses received from 20 notified property owners
- Board also to approve minutes from November 19, 2024 meeting
The Cleburne Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a request for variances from dimensional standards to build a single-family residence on a 0.07-acre lot at 207 Peacock Street, case VC24-009. The motion carried 6-0. The board also approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved variances for single-family residence at 207 Peacock St (6-0)
- Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 meeting (6-0)
Museum Advisory Board
The board will receive a museum update covering financials, attendance, and upcoming events. They will vote on a potential change to the meeting time and elect officers. Public comment is invited on any matter.
- Discussion and vote on meeting time
- Officer election
- Museum financial update
- Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
- Citizens comments period
The Layland Museum Advisory Board met on January 21, 2025, and unanimously approved the November 19, 2024 minutes. The board re-elected Doug Cogdill as President and Sherri Bell as Vice-President. The museum manager reported strong attendance for November and December, and discussed plans for the Walls Winter Wonderland exhibit and a new membership program. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Re-elected Doug Cogdill as President (unanimous)
- Elected Sherri Bell as Vice-President (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda and several action items, including a resolution authorizing a $315,000 engineering services agreement for water transmission main improvements to address prior pipeline failures. Other notable action items include a public hearing on zoning amendments for fencing standards and a three-year software licensing agreement. Consent items cover facade improvement incentives, land acquisition, and annual street maintenance contracts.
- Resolution authorizing $315,000 engineering services for Lake Marti Loop 16-inch water transmission main improvements (RS9)
- Resolution authorizing $324,280 three-year Cityworks software licensing agreement with Azteca Systems (RS10)
- Public hearing and ordinance amending residential and nonresidential fencing and screening standards (OR1)
- Resolution authorizing $250,000 annual contract for hot-mix asphaltic concrete with Reynolds Asphalt (RS6)
- Resolution authorizing $115,000 purchase of 2.25 acres for University Drive extension (RS5)
The Cleburne City Council approved an ordinance amending the zoning code for residential and nonresidential fencing and screening requirements, following a public hearing with no speakers. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $315,000 engineering contract for the Lake Marti Loop water main project, a $324,280 software licensing agreement, and a $25,200 cybersecurity grant. All items were approved as presented, with no votes against or abstentions recorded.
- Approved zoning ordinance amending fencing and screening standards (unanimous)
- Approved $315,000 engineering contract for Lake Marti Loop water main project (unanimous)
- Approved $324,280 Cityworks software licensing agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $65,626 Cityworks implementation services agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $25,200 cybersecurity grant for SCADA assessment (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendment for cybersecurity grant (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including facade improvement incentives and easement acquisitions (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Cleburne Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a study session and regular meeting. The main items include a replat of 29.07 acres at 4023 North Main Street for multi-family and commercial lots, and a request to rezone 105.32 acres from SF-7 to Planned Development for a single-family subdivision near South Nolan River Road, Harvest Hill Drive, and Lakeshore Drive. A public hearing is required for the zoning case. The commission will also approve minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting.
- Replat of Live Oaks Apartments (4023 N Main St) for one multi-family residential lot and three commercial lots on ±29.07 acres (PC24-043)
- Request to rezone ±105.32 acres from SF-7 to Planned Development for a single-family subdivision west of S Nolan River Road and east of Harvest Hill and Lakeshore Drives (ZC24-044)
- Public hearing required for the zoning case
- Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024 meeting
- Discussion of future agenda items and update on City Council actions
The Cleburne Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning of approximately 105.32 acres from SF-7 to Planned Development (PD) for a single-family residential subdivision, located west of South Nolan River Road and east of Harvest Hill Drive and Lakeshore Drive. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included a replat of the Live Oaks Apartments property for one multi-family and three commercial lots. Both votes were 7-0.
- Approved PD rezoning for 105.32-acre single-family subdivision (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda for replat of Live Oaks Apartments into 1 multi-family and 3 commercial lots (7-0)
- Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 meeting (7-0)