Coppell public meetings in 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning requests to allow restaurant operations. One request would rezone property at 817 S. MacArthur Blvd for a 1,167-sq-ft Singas Pizza, and the other would rezone 240 N. Denton Tap Road for a 4,618-sq-ft Jason's Deli with a drive-thru. The commission will also consider approving the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Rezone PD-157R8-C to PD-157R9-C for Singas Pizza at 817 S. MacArthur Blvd
• Public hearing: Rezone TC to PD-320-TC for Jason's Deli Drive Thru at 240 N. Denton Tap Road
• Consider approval of November 21, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two zoning changes for restaurants, both with staff conditions. The first allows a 1,167-square-foot restaurant at 817 S MacArthur Blvd, and the second allows a 4,618-square-foot drive-through restaurant at 240 N. Denton Tap Road. Both motions passed unanimously 6-0. The commission also approved the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes 4-0 with two abstentions.

• Approved zoning change PD-157R9-C for restaurant at 817 S MacArthur Blvd (6-0)
• Approved zoning change PD-320-TC for drive-through restaurant at 240 N Denton Tap Rd (6-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, two abstentions)

Economic Development Foundation

The Coppell Economic Development Foundation will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2024. Items include approval of December 2023 meeting minutes, election of officers, an economic development update, and a resolution ratifying the 2023 actions of the President and Board of Directors. No major funding decisions or project-specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Consider approval of December 12, 2023, meeting minutes
• Election of officers for the board
• Economic Development Update Presentation
• Resolution ratifying actions of the President and Board of Directors for 2023

The Economic Development Foundation met and approved the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes, elected officers for the coming term, and adopted a resolution ratifying the actions of the President and Board of Directors for 2023. The board also received an update on new businesses and development in 2024. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Jeffrey Roller as President, Greg Hope as Vice President, Kalyan Madhavan as Secretary (4-0)
• Adopted resolution ratifying 2023 actions of President and Board of Directors (4-0)

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board is meeting for a possible quorum at JC's Burger Bar. No official action will be taken by the board during this event.

• Possible quorum at 160 W Sandy Lake Rd #100

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review and discuss its goals and objectives. The meeting includes reports from Youth Advisors, the Friends of the Coppell Public Library, and the Library Manager.

• Review and discussion of Library Board Goals and Objectives
• Youth Advisors’ Reports
• Friends of the Coppell Public Library Report
• Library Manager’s Report
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024, and November 11, 2024

The Library Board unanimously approved the minutes from its October 10, 2024, regular meeting and the November 11, 2024 joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Board. The board also reviewed its goals and objectives, heard reports from youth advisors, the Friends of the Library, and the Library Manager, and adjourned at 7:22 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 10, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 11, 2024 joint meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning requests including industrial buildings, retail/hotel developments, and a condominium complex. The agenda also includes multiple purchase approvals for technology, fire equipment, and time clocks.

• Zoning change for 186,143-sf industrial building on Freeport Parkway
• Zoning change for retail, restaurant, and hotel development at S. Belt Line Road and Dividend Drive
• Zoning change for a 71-unit condominium complex on S. Belt Line Road
• Purchase of touch screen time clocks from Tyler Technologies for $68,592.00
• Purchase of Managed Extended Detection and Response from FreeIt for $103,584.00

The City Council approved the 2025 Legislative Agenda Priorities, adding an amendment to support fully funding education. A proposed amendment to remove support for repealing HB 2439 failed due to lack of a second. The council also approved a zoning change for a 71-unit condominium complex, but the motion failed in a 1-5 vote.

• Approved 2025 Legislative Agenda with amendment supporting fully funding education (unanimous)
• Denied PD-313R-MF-2 Lake Breeze Condominiums zoning change (1-5)
• Approved PD-318-LI zoning change for 186,143-sf industrial building on Freeport Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved PD-301R5-HC zoning change for retail, restaurant, and hotel on S. Belt Line Road (unanimous)
• Approved PD-134R4-SF-7 short-term rental at 134 Turnberry Lane (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for PD-319-SF-12 carport encroachment to January 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved reauthorization of building permit fees (unanimous)
• Approved Master Fee Schedule amendments for solid waste and building fees (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Coppell Board of Adjustment will meet to approve previous commission minutes and determine if a structure at 407 Greenway Court complies with city code.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 Building and Standards Commission minutes
• Determine compliance of 407 Greenway Court with City of Coppell Code of Ordinance
• Citizens' Appearance session with 3-minute time limit per speaker

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will meet to review and finalize a recommendations presentation. The board will also discuss smart city initiatives and research within the board's advisement framework.

• Review and finalize recommendations presentation
• Review idea research within the Smart City Board Advisement Framework
• Review Smart City Initiatives

The Smart City Board met and approved minutes from three prior meetings. The board decided to refine the recommendations presentation and review it again at the next meeting, and to include ideas from the advisement framework discussion. They also discussed ranking and prioritizing Smart City Initiatives for future work. The next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025.

• Approved October 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Refined recommendations presentation for final review at next meeting
• Included ideas from advisement framework in recommendations presentation
• Discussed ranking and prioritizing Smart City Initiatives

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will meet to receive updates from the Coppell Youth Football Association and city staff. The session includes reports on departmental projects and events, as well as the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Annual Update by the Coppell Youth Football Association
• Manager's Update from Dylon Hernandez, Senior and Community Center Manager
• Director's update on events, projects, and departmental developments
• Approval of November 4, 2024 minutes
• Approval of November 11, 2024 minutes

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes from its November 4 and November 11 meetings, both by unanimous vote. The board also heard a citizen concern about baseball field usage, an annual update from the Coppell Youth Football Association, and staff reports on community center programs and upcoming events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to consider a zoning change for a 71-unit condominium complex on S. Belt Line Road, including a comprehensive plan amendment from Mixed Use Community Center to Urban Residential Neighborhood; and another to approve a planned development for an existing carport encroachment at 552 Arbor Brook Lane. The commission will also consider a waiver of the subdivision ordinance for 254 Winding Hollow Ln and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing for PD-313R-MF-2: a 71-unit, 4-story condominium on 4.4 acres at S. Belt Line Road and Sanders Loop, with comprehensive plan amendment
• Public hearing for PD-319-SF-12: zoning change to allow an existing carport encroachment within the side setback at 552 Arbor Brook Lane
• Consider waiver of Subdivision Ordinance Section 13-9-1(G)(19) for Lot 6, Block 8, Village at Cottonwood Creek at 254 Winding Hollow Ln
• Approval of October 17, 2024 Planning and Zoning meeting minutes
• Approval of October 24, 2024 joint meeting minutes with F.O.A.R.D. Task Force and Smart City boards

The Planning & Zoning Commission denied a zoning change request for an existing carport at 552 Arbor Brook Lane (PD-319-SF-12) by a 3-1 vote, after a motion to approve failed for lack of a second. The commission unanimously approved a zoning change and detailed site plan for the 71-unit Lake Breeze Condominiums project on S. Belt Line Road, including an amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Master Plan. It also approved a waiver of the subdivision ordinance's building pad elevation requirement for 254 Winding Hollow Ln. and approved the minutes of two prior meetings.

• Denied PD-319-SF-12 carport zoning change at 552 Arbor Brook Lane (3-1)
• Approved PD-313R-MF-2 Lake Breeze Condominiums, 71-unit project with conditions (4-0)
• Approved subdivision ordinance waiver for 254 Winding Hollow Ln. with conditions (4-0)
• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved October 24, 2024 joint meeting minutes (4-0)

Coppell Recreation Development Corporation

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation will consider approving over $393,000 in funding for park and recreation upgrades, including replacement of basketball goals at Andrew Brown Park West ($119,615), cardio machines for the Senior and Community Center ($75,353.20), resurfacing of Wagon Wheel Tennis & Pickleball Center courts ($56,784), tables and chairs at Andrew Brown Park East pavilions ($87,057.22), and batting cage nets and artificial turf at Wagon Wheel Park Field 6 ($54,929.61). The board will also vote on minutes from September 16, 2024, and the 2023-2024 annual report.

• Consider approval of funding for replacement of six basketball goals and bases at Andrew Brown Park West ($119,615)
• Consider approval of funding for purchase of cardio machines for Senior and Community Center ($75,353.20)
• Consider approval of funding for resurfacing of Wagon Wheel Tennis & Pickleball Center courts ($56,784)
• Consider approval of funding for replacement of tables and chairs at Andrew Brown Park East Grand and Boardwalk pavilions ($87,057.22)
• Consider approval of funding for replacement of batting cage nets and 10,500 sq ft of artificial turf at Wagon Wheel Park Field 6 ($54,929.61)

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation unanimously approved all agenda items, including purchases for cardio machines, tennis court resurfacing, pavilion furniture, basketball goals, batting cage upgrades, and the 2023-2024 annual report. No public comments were made, and the next meeting was scheduled for January 27, 2025.

• Approved $75,353.20 for cardio machines from Marathon Fitness (unanimous)
• Approved $56,784.00 bid to Sports King of Texas for tennis/pickleball court resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved $87,057.22 for tables/chairs at Andrew Brown Park East pavilions (unanimous)
• Approved $119,615.00 for six basketball goals/bases at Andrew Brown Park West (unanimous)
• Approved $54,929.61 for batting cage nets and turf at Wagon Wheel Park (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2024 (unanimous)

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The FOARD Task Force will approve minutes from its September 11 and October 24 meetings, hear a presentation by Greg Frnka on the Lake Breeze project, and discuss neighborhood beautification grants and future agenda items. Citizens may address the board for up to two minutes, but no action will be taken on those comments. The meeting may be closed for confidential legal advice if needed.

• Approve September 11, 2024 FOARD Task Force meeting minutes
• Approve October 24, 2024 FOARD Task Force joint meeting minutes
• Presentation by Greg Frnka on Lake Breeze
• Discuss Neighborhood Beautification Grants
• Discuss Future Agenda Items

The FOARD Task Force approved the minutes from its September 11 and October 24 meetings, both unanimously (7-0). Members also heard a presentation on the Lake Breeze multi-family condominium proposal, were introduced to the new Village Coordinator, and discussed neighborhood beautification grants and future agenda items. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved October 24, 2024 joint meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three zoning changes: a 186,143-sf industrial building near Sandy Lake and MacArthur, a short-term rental at 134 Turnberry Lane, and a large mixed-use project with retail, restaurants, and a hotel at the southeast corner of S. Belt Line Road and Dividend Drive. The council will also discuss economic development prospects in executive session and vote on consent agenda items including contracts for HVAC maintenance ($395,686), a storage building ($346,289), and various park and recreation upgrades. A work session will cover placing power lines underground and cooperative contracts.

• Public hearing on PD-318-LI: zoning change for a 186,143-sf industrial building on 13.05 acres north of Sandy Lake Blvd and west of S. MacArthur Blvd
• Public hearing on PD-134R4-SF-7: short-term rental for one room at 134 Turnberry Lane
• Public hearing on PD-301R5-HC: mixed-use development with retail, restaurants, drive-throughs, and a 79,202-sf five-story hotel on 16.77 acres at SE quadrant of S. Belt Line Road and Dividend Drive
• Consent agenda: award contract to TDIndustries for city-wide HVAC repair and maintenance for $395,686.00
• Consent agenda: award contract to Custard Construction Services for storage building at 500 Southwestern Blvd for $346,289.70

The City Council approved a zoning change for a 186,143-sf industrial building on 13.05 acres, with conditions including a living screen instead of masonry, a 43-ft building height within 150 ft of residences, and a CLOMR variance. The vote was 6-1, with Mayor Pro Tem Kevin Nevels dissenting. The council also approved a short-term rental for one room at 134 Turnberry Lane (4-2) and a major commercial/hotel development at S. Belt Line Road and Dividend Drive (unanimous). All consent agenda items, including contracts and purchases, were approved unanimously.

• Approved PD-318-LI zoning for 186,143-sf industrial building (6-1)
• Approved short-term rental for one room at 134 Turnberry Lane (4-2)
• Approved PD-301R5-HC commercial/hotel development at S. Belt Line & Dividend (unanimous)
• Approved $395,686 HVAC repair contract with TDIndustries (unanimous)
• Approved $99,997.40 pavement leveling with KKE, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $346,289.70 storage building at 500 Southwestern Blvd. (unanimous)
• Approved $349,978 access control software/hardware purchase (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance repealing Chapter 11, replacing with Industrial Waste and Pollution Ordinance (unanimous)

Library Board

This is a joint meeting of the Library Board and Parks and Recreation Board. The boards will discuss the Community Experiences Master Plan Process, the Park Board Project Priority List, and the Library Strategic Plan. No votes are scheduled; all items are discussions or updates.

• Presentation and discussion regarding Community Experiences Master Plan Process
• Discussion regarding Park Board Project Priority List
• Discussion regarding Library Strategic Plan
• Update regarding Friends of the Library
• Update on current projects and programs

The Library Board and Parks and Recreation Board held a joint meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on the Community Experiences Master Plan process, the Park Board Project Priority List, the Library Strategic Plan, and current projects and programs. No citizens spoke during the public comment period.

• No formal motions or votes taken during the meeting
• Heard presentation on Community Experiences Master Plan process
• Discussed Park Board Project Priority List review deferred until after Master Plan completion
• Received update on Library Strategic Plan alignment for 2025
• Heard Friends of the Library update
• Received updates on upcoming events and projects

Parks and Recreation Board

The Coppell Parks and Recreation Board will hold a joint meeting with the Library Board. Board members will hear citizen comments and then discuss the Community Experiences Master Plan process, the Park Board Project Priority List, and the Library Strategic Plan. Updates will be provided on the Friends of the Library and on current projects and programs.

• Presentation and discussion regarding Community Experiences Master Plan Process
• Discussion regarding Park Board Project Priority List
• Discussion regarding Library Strategic Plan
• Update regarding the Friends of the Library
• Update on current projects and programs

The Parks and Recreation Board and Library Board met jointly on November 11, 2024, for presentations and discussions only. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded. Items covered included the Community Experiences Master Plan process, the Park Board Project Priority List, the Library Strategic Plan, and updates on Friends of the Library and current projects.

• No formal actions taken; meeting was informational only
• Discussed Community Experiences Master Plan process
• Discussed Park Board Project Priority List
• Discussed Library Strategic Plan
• Received update on Friends of the Library
• Received update on current projects and programs

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will hold an open regular session on November 4, 2024. Citizens may address the board for up to two minutes, but no action will be taken on those comments. The board will review and refine the wording for its recommendations presentation and discuss ideas for a Smart City Board Advisement Framework. It will also discuss agenda items for the next meeting and set the future meeting date and time.

• Citizens' Appearance – public comments (2‑minute limit, no board action)
• Review and Refine Wording for Recommendations Presentation
• Review ideas for Smart City Board Advisement Framework
• Open Discussion
• Discuss agenda items for the next meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

The Coppell Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular public meeting to receive updates from the Coppell Girls Softball Association, the Community Experiences Master Plan process, and departmental developments. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the September 9 meeting and hear presentations from youth advisors.

• Consider approval of minutes from September 9, 2024 meeting
• Annual update by Coppell Girls Softball Association
• Update on Community Experiences Master Plan process
• Youth Advisor presentation regarding Gold Award Project

The Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved the minutes from its September 9, 2024 meeting. The board received informational updates from the Coppell Girls Softball Association, staff on the Community Experiences Master Plan, The CORE manager, youth advisors, and the director. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Coppell City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Old Town area. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at Life Safety Park.

• Work session on Old Town development
• Citizens' Appearance period
• Potential closed executive session for legal advice

The Coppell City Council held a work session focused on Old Town, with no formal decisions or votes. Five residents spoke during citizens' appearance, all addressing Old Town topics. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a joint meeting with the F.O.A.R.D. Task Force and Smart City Board. The body will discuss Vision 2040 workplan items and a Comprehensive Land Use Plan update.

• Discussion of Vision 2040 and Workplan items
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update
• Discussion regarding communication between boards

The Planning & Zoning Commission met jointly with the F.O.A.R.D. Task Force and Smart City Board to discuss Vision 2040, workplan items, the Comprehensive Land Use Plan update, and inter-board communication. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and adjourned without action.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the joint meeting
• Discussed Vision 2040 and workplan items
• Received Comprehensive Land Use Plan update
• Discussed communication methods between boards

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The FOARD Task Force, together with the Planning & Zoning Commission and Smart City Board, will hold a joint meeting on October 24, 2024. After a brief citizen appearance period, the body will discuss the Vision 2040 work plan and provide an update to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan for 2030. The meeting will also include a discussion on communication between the boards before adjourning.

• Citizens' Appearance – 2‑minute public comments (no action taken)
• Discussion of Vision 2040 and related work‑plan items
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update (2023‑2030)
• Discussion regarding communication between boards

The FOARD Task Force, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Smart City Board held a joint meeting to discuss Vision 2040, workplan items, and the Comprehensive Land Use Plan update. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and focused on inter-board communication.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board is holding a joint meeting with the Planning & Zoning and F.O.A.R.D. Task Force. The boards will discuss long-term planning and inter-board communication.

• Discussion of Vision 2040 and Work Plan Items
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update
• Discussion regarding communication between Boards

The Smart City Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and F.O.A.R.D. Task Force held a joint meeting to discuss the Vision 2040 Work Plan and the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The members agreed to continue collaborating on future initiatives and to improve communication between the boards before presenting recommendations to City Council. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded during this session.

• Agreed to continue joint collaboration on Vision 2040 initiatives
• Discussed methods to improve inter-board communication
• Reviewed Comprehensive Land Use Plan update

City Council

The City of Coppell is holding a joint meeting between the Planning and Zoning Commission, F.O.A.R.D. Task Force, and Smart City Board. The agenda states that no action or deliberation of the City Council will be taken at this event.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the city's legislative agenda and a report on Rolling Oaks Memorial Cemetery. The body is deciding on an interlocal agreement for a new consolidated public safety communications center and an ordinance updating city council meeting procedures.

• Interlocal Agreement with Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, and NTECC for land purchase for a new Consolidated Public Safety Communications Center
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1 of the Code of Ordinances regarding rules, times, and procedures for City Council meetings
• Executive session discussion on economic development south of Canyon Drive and west of North Coppell Road
• Report from Johnson Consulting on Rolling Oaks Memorial Cemetery
• Consultation regarding City of Coppell, et. al. vs. Glenn Hegar, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

The City Council approved an ordinance amending the City Code to replace Chapter 1, Article 1-1 with new rules for conducting council meetings. An amendment allowing the mayor to reduce speaker time to no less than one minute when more than 30 speakers register for Citizens' Appearance was added and passed 4-3. The amended ordinance was approved 4-3. Consent agenda items, including an interlocal agreement for a new emergency communications center, were approved unanimously.

• Approved amended meeting rules ordinance (4-3)
• Added amendment to allow mayor to reduce speaker time to 1 minute if over 30 speakers (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and NTECC interlocal agreement (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coppell Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider zoning changes for a hotel and retail development, as well as amendments to the city's parking and loading regulations.

• Public hearing on Victory Shops Coppell zoning (PD-301R5-HC)
• Public hearing on 300 Freeport Parkway redevelopment (PD-318-LI)
• Public hearing on 300 Freeport Parkway Replat
• Public hearing on parking code amendments (Article 31-6)
• Public hearing on loading space code amendments (Article 31-3)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a major rezoning for Victory Shops Coppell, allowing a hotel and retail/restaurant buildings with drive-throughs, and approved a light industrial redevelopment with a warehouse building. It also approved a short-term rental for one room at 134 Turnberry Lane, despite opposition. Several zoning ordinance text amendments were passed unanimously.

• Approved PD-301R5-HC Victory Shops Coppell rezoning with hotel and retail plans (6-0)
• Approved PD-134R4-SF-7 short-term rental at 134 Turnberry Lane (4-2)
• Approved PD-318-LI 300 Freeport Parkway redevelopment for office/warehouse (4-2)
• Approved 300 Freeport Parkway Redevelopment Addition replat (6-0)
• Approved zoning text amendments for loading docks, parking, and signs (6-0)
• Approved September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board

The Coppell Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board will meet to approve minutes from a prior session and discuss donation options for the animal shelter. The meeting may include a closed executive session for legal advice.

• Approval of July 30, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding ways to donate to the shelter
• Potential closed executive session for legal advice

Library Board

The Coppell Library Advisory Board approved the September 12, 2024 minutes unanimously. The board reviewed its goals and objectives, heard a presentation on room reservation policies, and received updates from youth advisors, the Friends of the Library, and the Library Manager. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Coppell City Council will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a major purchase for police video recording and Tasers. Additional items include design contract amendments, police motorcycle acquisition, and a safety remodel for Town Center. The council will also adopt ordinances that set maximum prima facie speed limits on city streets.

• Approve $549,000 amendment to design contract for Justice Center Improvements (Crime Control and Prevention District Fund)
• Approve purchase of four Harley‑Davidson police motorcycles for $198,380.60 (Capital Replacement Fund)
• Approve $268,984.31 award to Custard Construction Services for Town Center safety and security remodel (Infrastructure Maintenance Fund)
• Approve $1,699,203.81 Buy Board Contract 743-24 with Axon Enterprise for police video platform and Tasers (existing funds)
• Approve Ordinance amending Section 8-1-3 to establish maximum prima facie speed limits for city streets

The City Council approved several contracts for city infrastructure improvements, police equipment, and vehicle replacements. They also retained a board appointment for the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation and nominated a representative for the Denton Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.

• Approved $549,000 design contract amendment for Justice Center (8-0)
• Approved $198,380.60 purchase of four police motorcycles (6-1)
• Approved $268,984.31 Town Center security remodel contract (8-0)
• Approved $55,300 design contract for drainage reconstruction (8-0)
• Approved $1,699,203.81 police video and Taser contract (8-0)
• Approved $65,961.70 municipal court video and Taser contract (8-0)
• Retained Majid Husain on Recreation Development Corporation (8-0)
• Nominated Raymond Martin to Denton Central Appraisal District Board (8-0)

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will meet to finalize a recommendations presentation and review a new advisement framework. The board will also discuss a future joint meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Review and finalize recommendations presentation
• Review new ideas for Smart City Board Advisement Framework
• Discuss ideas for upcoming joint meeting

The Smart City Board met and approved the September 9, 2024 minutes unanimously. The board discussed but did not finalize the recommendations presentation, deciding to refine its wording. Members also agreed to focus on three new ideas for the advisement framework and form small focus groups to research them. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved September 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to refine wording of recommendations presentation
• Agreed to focus on three ideas for advisement framework and form focus groups

City Council

The Coppell City Council will hold a field trip to tour Main Street areas in Southlake, North Richland Hills, Colleyville, and Coppell. This is a non-decision event with no official discussion or action planned.

City Council

The Coppell City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes budget amendments, several interlocal agreements, and renewals of major insurance and service contracts. Items range from a $54,000 mosquito‑spraying agreement to a $462,479 medical stop‑loss insurance renewal. The meeting also features a proclamation for September 24, a citizen appearance, and public service announcements.

• Approve ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2023-1599 to update the FY 2023‑2024 budget
• Renew Dallas County Health interlocal agreement for mosquito spraying, up to $54,000
• Renew insurance contracts: Liberty Mutual medical stop‑loss $462,479; Mutual of Omaha disability $264,821; Tokio Marine organ/tissue coverage $74,081
• Renew agreement with Dallas College for “Growing in Cultural Agility” sessions, $48,000
• Renew United Medical Resources admin services for medical and prescription plans, $190,339

City Council approved a series of insurance renewals for city employees and retirees, including medical stop loss and disability coverage. The council also renewed agreements for mosquito spraying and sanitary sewer monitoring, and reappointed municipal judges.

• Approved medical stop loss insurance with Liberty Mutual for $462,479.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance with Mutual of Omaha for $264,821 (unanimous)
• Approved UMR third party administrative services for $190,339.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Organ and Tissue Transplant coverage with Tokio Marine HCC for $74,081.00 (unanimous)
• Approved mosquito spraying agreement with Dallas County Health and Human Services for $54,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 'Growing in Cultural Agility' learning sessions with Dallas College for $48,000 (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Presiding and Alternate Municipal Judges (unanimous)
• Approved votes for four TMLIRP Board of Trustees candidates (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approvals for a replat and site plan at the northeast corner of S. Royal Lane and Gateway Blvd. The proposed development by SL7 DFW Industrial, L.P. involves two office warehouse buildings on 16.07 acres.

• Public hearing for Stonelake Skyport Replat, Lot 1, Block A at S. Royal Lane and Gateway Blvd.
• Site plan for two office/warehouse buildings (117,608 & 164,904 sq. ft.) at Stonelake Skyport
• Approval of August 15, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan and replat for two office/warehouse buildings on 16.07 acres at S. Royal Lane and Gateway Blvd. The approval includes a driveway configuration variance and estimated tree mitigation fees of $179,870.00.

• Approved August 15, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Stonelake Skyport Site Plan for two office/warehouse buildings (7-0)
• Approved Stonelake Skyport Replat for Lot 1, Block A (7-0)

Coppell Recreation Development Corporation

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on the 2024-2025 Work Program Projects. The board will also consider funding requests for recreation amenity painting and shade structure replacements.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 CRDC Work Program Projects
• Funding for painting city recreation amenities in the amount of $109,223.53
• Funding for replacement of shade structures at Wagon Wheel Park in the amount of $166,180.63

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation approved two spending items: a $109,223.53 contract for exterior painting at city recreational facilities and a $166,180.63 purchase for replacement baseball spectator shade structures at Wagon Wheel Park. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the July 8, 2024 minutes and closed a public hearing with no comments.

• Approved $109,223.53 exterior painting contract with Custard Construction Services (unanimous)
• Approved $166,180.63 purchase of shade structures from USA Shade for Wagon Wheel Park (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on 2024-2025 CRDC Work Program with no comments (unanimous)

Library Board

The Coppell Library Board will meet to approve minutes from August, review collection development guidelines, and discuss board goals. Citizens may address the board during a scheduled appearance period.

• Approval of August 8, 2024 minutes
• Review and approval of collection development guidelines
• Review of Library Advisory Board goals and objectives
• Children’s Services presentation
• Friends of the Coppell Public Library report

The Library Advisory Board approved the Guidelines for Collection Development as presented. The board also reviewed library goals, children's services programming, and upcoming community events.

• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Guidelines for Collection Development (6-1)

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force will meet to review its workplan and discuss the refurbishment of older housing. The body will also receive an update on the Village Coordinator.

• Discussion on Refit and Refurbishment of Older Housing Stock
• Review of Workplan Items
• Update on Village Coordinator
• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes

The FOARD Task Force met and approved the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0). The board received updates on Boards and Commissions Interviews and the Village Coordinator, and discussed refit/refurbishment of older housing stock, workplan items, and future agenda items. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will decide on several high-value infrastructure contracts, including water system interconnects and service center improvements. The body will also discuss a new community health and wellness initiative and the FY 25 Work Plan.

• Guaranteed Max Price Agreement with Byrne Construction Services for Service Center Improvements Project: $10,208,609.00
• Bid award to Tellus Consulting, LLC for Emergency Water System Interconnects: $1,284,692.03
• Design contract with Walter P. Moore for Denton Creek bank stabilization in Andy Brown West: $269,500.00
• Professional services contract with Kimley Horn Associates for water system condition assessment: $198,800.00
• Purchase from Shade Structures, Inc. for Wagon Wheel Park Baseball Complex shade structures: $166,180.63

The City Council approved a $10,208,609 Guaranteed Max Price Agreement with Byrne Construction Services for the Service Center Improvements Project, funded by 2024 bond proceeds. Also approved were a $1,284,692 emergency water system interconnects bid, a $269,500 design contract for Denton Creek bank stabilization, and a $198,800 water system condition assessment plan. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $10,208,609 Service Center construction contract with Byrne Construction Services (unanimous)
• Approved $1,284,692 emergency water system interconnects bid to Tellus Consulting (unanimous)
• Approved $269,500 Denton Creek bank stabilization design contract with Walter P. Moore (unanimous)
• Approved $198,800 water system condition assessment plan with Kimley Horn (unanimous)
• Approved $166,180.63 for Wagon Wheel Park shade structure replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $109,223.53 for painting city recreation amenities (unanimous)
• Approved Atmos Cities Steering Committee rate settlement resolution (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Smart City Board and FOARD Task Force (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Coppell Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review the August 5 meeting minutes and receive updates from the Coppell Baseball Association and the Parks Operations Manager. The agenda includes a report on the Master Plan process and a director's update on departmental events and projects.

• Approval of August 5, 2024 minutes
• Coppell Baseball Association annual update
• Update regarding Master Plan process
• Parks Operations Manager update
• Director's update on events and projects

The Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved the August 5, 2024 meeting minutes. Three residents spoke during Citizens' Appearance about the cricket pitch area, but no action was taken. The board also received updates from the Coppell Baseball Association, the Master Plan process, and staff reports.

• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will meet to discuss a board member vacancy and ways to enhance the board's advisement framework. The board will also consider the next topic for a recommendations presentation.

• Discussion of Smart City Board member vacancy
• Discussion on enhancing the Smart City Board Advisement Framework
• Selection of the next topic for recommendations presentation

The Smart City Board unanimously approved the August 5, 2024 minutes. Members discussed the board vacancy following Will Watkins' resignation, shared ideas on enhancing the advisement framework, and decided to form small focus groups for the next recommendations presentation. The next meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2024.

• Approved August 5, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to break into small focus groups for next recommendations presentation
• Scheduled next meeting for October 7, 2024 at 6:30 pm

Board of Adjustment

The Coppell Board of Adjustment will hold a work session and regular session, including a citizen appearance period. It will consider approval of the December 8, 2022 Board of Adjustment meeting minutes. The board will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow a 10’6” x 21’ carport on the property at 552 Arbor Brook Lane, located about one foot from the adjacent property line with 548 Arbor Brook Lane.

• Approve the December 8, 2022 Board of Adjustment meeting minutes
• Public hearing on variance request for a 10’6” x 21’ carport at 552 Arbor Brook Ln, approx. 1 ft from 548 Arbor Brook Ln

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to discuss and potentially adopt the 2024-25 Municipal Budget and a tax rate of $0.462222. The meeting includes discussions on emergency management and workforce transit, as well as several infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed 2024-25 tax rate of $0.462222 per $100 of taxable property
• Proposed 2024-25 Municipal Budget and Crime Control and Prevention District budget
• $274,143.99 contract to Knight Erosion Control, Inc. for Cottonwood Creek streambank stabilization
• $139,162.85 contract to Triton GC, LLC for Life Safety Park storage expansion
• Distance variance request for St. Ann’s Catholic Parish at 180 Samuel Boulevard for alcohol sales

The City Council approved the FY 2024-25 budget with amendments reducing General Fund expenditures by $120,000 and total expenditures by $120,000, and adjusting revenue sources. It also adopted a property tax rate of $0.458632 per $100 valuation, a 3.96% increase over the proposed rate, and ratified the budget's ad valorem revenue increase. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a streambank stabilization contract and a storage expansion bid.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budget with amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted tax rate of $0.458632 per $100 (unanimous)
• Ratified FY 2024-25 budget with increased ad valorem revenue (unanimous)
• Approved $274,143.99 Cottonwood Creek streambank stabilization contract (unanimous, Nevels recused)
• Approved $139,162.85 Life Safety Park storage expansion to Triton GC, LLC (unanimous)
• Granted 241-foot distance variance to St. Ann's Catholic Parish for temporary alcohol sales (unanimous)
• Approved parking prohibition on Bethel Road segment (unanimous)
• Approved abandonment of Blackberry Drive right of way (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a vehicle tour of Main Street areas in Southlake, North Richland Hills, Colleyville, and Coppell. No official discussion or action will be taken during this event.

• Tour of Southlake
• Tour of North Richland Hills
• Tour of Colleyville
• Tour of Coppell

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coppell Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning change at 619 Oakbend Drive to allow a short-term rental on 0.74 acres. The meeting also includes a work session, approval of prior meeting minutes, and a public comment period.

• Consider zoning change PD-109R3-SF-9 at 619 Oakbend Drive to allow short-term rental
• Approve July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public hearing on short-term rental request by Scott Young
• Citizens’ Appearance for public comments (2-minute limit)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0). The only substantive item, a zoning change request to allow a short-term rental at 619 Oakbend Drive, was withdrawn by the applicant after numerous residents spoke against it, so no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Withdrawn: PD-109R3-SF-9 short-term rental request at 619 Oakbend Dr. (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget during the work session. In the regular session, the council will vote on several consent agenda items, including two $30,000 change orders for contracts at the Coppell Arts Center, a $180,497.68 PC purchase from Dell, and adoption of the city investment policy. The council will also consider setting a maximum tax rate of $0.46222 for 2024 and schedule a public hearing on the budget.

• Approve Change Order #1, $30,000 to Entrust One Custodial Services contract at Coppell Arts Center
• Approve Change Order #1, $30,000 to Andy Frain Security Services contract at Coppell Arts Center
• Approve purchase of PCs from Dell Marketing LP for $180,497.68 under the Enterprise Solutions Replacement Fund
• Approve and adopt the City of Coppell Investment Policy
• Consider a maximum proposed tax rate of $0.46222 for 2024 and set a public hearing date

The City Council approved a maximum proposed tax rate of $0.46222 for the 2024 tax year and set public hearings on the budget and tax rate for August 27, 2024. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, two change orders for custodial and security services at the Coppell Arts Center, PC purchases, and the city's investment policy. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a work session on the FY 2024-2025 budget and project updates.

• Approved maximum proposed tax rate of $0.46222 for 2024 (unanimous)
• Set public hearings on budget and tax rate for Aug 27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, change orders, PC purchase, investment policy (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 $30,000 to Entrust One Custodial Services (consent)
• Approved Change Order #1 $30,000 to Andy Frain Security Services (consent)
• Approved $180,497.68 PC purchase from Dell Marketing LP (consent)
• Adopted City of Coppell Investment Policy (consent)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss board goals and receive a presentation on cloudLibrary. The board is also scheduled to consider the approval of amended guidelines for collection development.

• Approval of amended Guidelines for Collection Development
• Presentation on cloudLibrary
• Review of Library Advisory Board Goals and Objectives
• Presentation of Library Proclamation by Mayor Wes Mays

The Coppell Library Board tabled approval of amended Collection Development Guidelines until the City Attorney's advice is obtained. The board approved the May 9, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. Mayor Wes Mays presented a proclamation declaring June 2024 as 'Library Golden Jubilee Month' in honor of the library's 50th anniversary.

• Approved minutes from May 9, 2024 (unanimous)
• Tabled amended Collection Development Guidelines pending City Attorney review
• Received proclamation declaring June 2024 as 'Library Golden Jubilee Month'

Smart City Board

The Coppell Smart City Board will meet to discuss recommendations on local supply chains, research findings for a specialized innovation hub, and updates to its advisement framework. The public may address the board during Citizens' Appearance, but no action will be taken on those remarks.

• Discuss recommendations on Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (Local, Regional Supply Chains)
• Review research findings on Specialized Innovation Hub
• Discuss enhancing the Smart City Board Advisement Framework

The Smart City Board voted unanimously to discontinue Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (Local, Regional Supply Chains) and defer discussion on the Specialized Innovation Hub. The board approved the July 1, 2024 minutes and set the next meeting for September 9th.

• Approved July 1, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Discontinued Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (unanimous)
• Deferred Specialized Innovation Hub discussion (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on the city's Master Plan process and the design for the Waggin’ Tails Dog Park. The meeting also includes reports from the Arts Center Manager and the Coppell Lacrosse Association.

• Update regarding Master Plan process
• Update regarding Waggin’ Tails Dog Park Design
• Annual update by the Coppell Lacrosse Association
• Manager's update from Ginene Delcioppo, Arts Center Manager

The Parks and Recreation Board met and approved the minutes from its June 3, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. The rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates from the Coppell Lacrosse Association, the Arts Center manager, staff on the Master Plan process and Waggin' Tails Dog Park design, youth advisors, and the director. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board

The Coppell Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a recommendation on building renovation and follow-up on veterinary care funding. The meeting may include a closed executive session for legal advice.

• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Recommendation on building renovation
• Follow-up on veterinary care funding conversation
• Citizens' Appearance
• Manager's Update

City Council

The Coppell City Council will hold a public work session to review and discuss the final budget, covering assessed valuation, tax rate, debt service, and various city funds. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The City Council met for a budget work session to review the final budget, including assessed valuation, tax rate, debt service, general fund, water/sewer fund, and other funds. Presentations were given by the Director of Strategic Financial Engagement, and public comments were heard on trails and the budget. No formal decisions or votes were made during this session.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a retail survey, the Community’s Allyship Initiative, and vector control. The regular session includes votes on equipment purchases for public safety and streets departments.

• Purchase of retrofitting technology for Fire and Police Mobile Command Vehicle for $63,392.59
• Purchase of three Portable Message Boards for $54,822.75
• Amendment to MOU with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Services regarding firefighter liability
• Nomination of City Manager Mike Land to the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool
• Presentation from Metrocrest Services regarding homelessness

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, an MOU amendment with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Services, a $63,392.59 purchase of retrofitting technology for the Fire and Police Department Mobile Command Vehicle, a $54,822.75 purchase of three portable message boards, and a resolution nominating City Manager Mike Land to the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board. No action resulted from the executive session. The meeting also included a proclamation for Hannah Bilka Appreciation Day and a presentation from Metrocrest Services on homelessness.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E unanimously, including minutes from July 9 and July 15, 2024
• Approved MOU amendment with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Services for firefighter liability and workers' compensation
• Approved $63,392.59 purchase of retrofitting technology for Mobile Command Vehicle via Buyboard contract #714-23 (ARPA funds)
• Approved $54,822.75 purchase of three portable message boards from Buyers Barricades via BuyBoard contract #703-23 (ARPA funds)
• Approved resolution nominating City Manager Mike Land for Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board, Place 14, 2024-2030 term

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session to review and discuss the initial proposed budget. The session includes presentations on the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and tax rates.

• Discussion of assessed valuation and tax rate
• Review of General Fund revenue, expenditures, and capital outlay
• Discussion of Mayor and City Council budget
• Review of Debt Service Fund revenue and expenditures
• Discussion regarding Fund Balance Policy

The City Council held a budget work session with presentations and discussions on the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, assessed valuation, tax rate, fund balance policy, and the initial proposed budget. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was informational only. Two residents spoke during citizens' appearances regarding the budget.

• No formal decisions made; work session only

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a zoning change request and site plans for commercial developments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a planned development for an office building.

• Public hearing for zoning change from Commercial to PD-317-C for an 1,800-sf office building at 192 Southwestern Blvd
• Site plan approval for Lovett Industrial office warehouse parking at the southeast corner of Vista Ridge Mall Dr. and SH 121
• Plat approval for Lovett Addition, Lot 1, Block A, on 6.56 acres at the southeast corner of Vista Ridge Mall Dr. and SH 121
• Approval of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning change and site plan for a 1,800-sf office building at 192 Southwestern Blvd, but only after amending staff conditions to require removing a rear structure and restricting onsite trailer parking. The initial motion to approve with staff conditions failed 3-4, and the amended motion passed 4-3. The commission also unanimously approved the May 16 minutes, a site plan for a Lovett Industrial warehouse, and a plat for the Lovett Addition.

• Approved May 16, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Lovett Industrial site plan for 81,156-sf office warehouse (7-0)
• Approved Lovett Addition Lot 1, Block A plat (7-0)
• Denied PD-317-C Graystone Construction with staff conditions only (3-4)
• Approved PD-317-C with added conditions: remove rear structure, restrict trailer parking (4-3)

City Council

The Coppell City Council will hold a public work session to review and discuss the city’s budget, including special revenue funds and the water and sewer budget. Residents may speak during designated citizens’ appearance periods.

• Presentation and discussion regarding Special Revenue Funds
• Presentation and discussion regarding Water and Sewer Budget
• Citizens’ Appearance for Service Organizations’ requests

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The task force will discuss the refit and refurbishment of older housing stock. Members will also consider potential agenda items for joint meetings with the Smart City Board and the Planning and Zoning Committee.

• Discussion of refit and refurbishment of older housing stock
• Discussion of potential joint meeting items with Smart City Board and Planning and Zoning Committee

The Task Force approved the minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the refurbishment of older housing stock and potential joint agenda items with the Smart City Board and Planning and Zoning commission.

• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss budget items and donation bins during a work session. The regular session includes decisions on zoning, water conservation plans, and several construction and service contracts.

• Zoning change for 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd to add a canopy and monument sign
• Amendment to the daily Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans
• Traffic signal installation at North Freeport Parkway and Northwestern Drive for $583,871.65
• Wagon Wheel Water Tower & Deforest Lift Station Site Improvements for $454,205.00
• Mowing and landscape services at Rolling Oaks Memorial Center up to $131,352.00

The Coppell City Council approved several consent agenda items, including a $583,871.65 traffic signal installation at North Freeport Parkway and Northwestern Drive, and a $454,205 water tower and lift station improvement project. The council also approved a zoning change for a property at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd, adopted tax abatement guidelines for 2024-2026, and authorized the issuance of Certificates of Obligation Series 2024. A water conservation ordinance was approved 5-1, with Councilmember Jim Walker voting nay.

• Approved consent agenda items A, B, D, E, F unanimously, including minutes, zoning change, traffic signal, water tower project, and landscaping services
• Approved water conservation ordinance amendment (5-1, Walker nay)
• Approved tax abatement guidelines for 2024-2026 unanimously
• Approved issuance of Certificates of Obligation Series 2024 unanimously

Coppell Recreation Development Corporation

The Board will consider recommending the 2024-2025 Annual Work Program and Corporate Budget to City Council. This recommendation includes a request for a 60-day public review period of the proposed program.

• Approval of April 15, 2024 minutes
• Recommendation of 2024-2025 Annual Work Program to City Council
• Recommendation of 2024-2025 Corporate Budget to City Council
• Request for a 60-day public review period of the proposed Work Program

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation approved the 2024-2025 Annual Work Program and Corporate Budget for recommendation to City Council. The board also requested a 60-day public review period for the proposed Work Program.

• Approved April 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation of 2024-2025 Annual Work Program and Corporate Budget to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved request for 60-day public review period of proposed Work Program (unanimous)

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will discuss recommendations regarding local and regional supply chains. The meeting also includes a discussion on research findings for a Specialized Innovation Hub.

• Review of Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (Local, Regional Supply Chains)
• Discussion of Specialized Innovation Hub research findings
• Enhancement of the Smart City Board Advisement Framework

The Board approved the May 6, 2024 meeting minutes. Members reviewed recommendations for Portfolio #6 regarding local and regional supply chains and decided to continue research on a Specialized Innovation Hub.

• Approved May 6, 2024 Minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to continue research on Specialized Innovation Hub

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for storm debris removal. The proposed contract is with Crowder Gulf and Living Earth.

• Contract with Crowder Gulf and Living Earth for storm debris pickup not to exceed $400,000.00

The Coppell City Council held a special called meeting on June 18, 2024. Council members authorized the City Manager to enter into contracts with Crowder Gulf and Living Earth for storm debris pickup, in a total amount not to exceed $400,000.00, using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The motion passed by a unanimous vote. No one signed up for Citizens' Appearance, and the meeting adjourned at 6:27 PM.

• Approved authorizing the City Manager to contract with Crowder Gulf and Living Earth for storm debris pickup, not to exceed $400,000.00, using ARPA funds (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning change for a fine arts building at 185 W. Parkway Blvd. and a public hearing regarding an office warehouse site plan at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd. Additionally, the council may award a contract for a municipal court audio-visual system upgrade.

• Zoning change for a 46,265 sq. ft. Fine Arts Building and tennis building at 185 W. Parkway Blvd.
• Contract award to Visionality for Municipal Court AV System upgrade in the amount of $90,744.57
• Public hearing for a site plan change at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd. involving a canopy and monument sign
• Executive session discussion regarding economic development south of Bethel Road and east of Freeport Parkway
• Work session discussion regarding generators in residential areas

The Coppell City Council approved three consent agenda items unanimously: the May 28, 2024 minutes, a zoning change for a fine arts and tennis building at 185 W. Parkway Blvd., and a $90,744.57 contract with Visionality for a Municipal Court AV system upgrade. The council also unanimously approved a new detail site plan for an office warehouse at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd. No action was taken after the executive session on economic development prospects south of Bethel Road and east of Freeport Parkway. Three residents spoke during Citizens' Appearance about code, traffic, and noise concerns.

• Approved consent agenda items A-C unanimously, including May 28, 2024 minutes
• Approved zoning change PD-183R2-C for a 46,265 sq. ft. fine arts building and 4,600 sq. ft. tennis building on 63.478 acres at 185 W. Parkway Blvd. (unanimous)
• Awarded $90,744.57 contract to Visionality for Municipal Court AV System upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved detail site plan PD-297R2-LI for canopy, signs, and mechanical equipment at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd. (unanimous)
• No action taken from Executive Session on economic development south of Bethel Road and east of Freeport Parkway

City Council

The Crime Control and Prevention District will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also consider adopting the new budget and electing a President and Vice President.

• Public hearing on the FY 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• Election of Board President and Vice President
• Review of the budget calendar

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget after a public hearing with no public comments. The Board also elected Jim Walker as President and Brianna Hinojosa-Smith as Vice President. A presentation on the budget calendar was reviewed, and previous minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes for June 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2024-2025 Crime Control District budget (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Walker as Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Brianna Hinojosa-Smith as Board Vice President (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a two-day retreat focused on leadership and strategic planning. Discussions include city budget topics, the Residential Rehabilitation Program, and a Vision 2040 status summary.

• Discussion regarding City Council Code of Conduct
• Discussion regarding 2024 debt issuance, FY 2024-2025 budget, and fund balance allocation strategy
• Guidance regarding the Residential Rehabilitation Program
• Presentation regarding Vision 2040 Status Summary

The City Council met for work sessions on June 7 and June 8, 2024. The meetings consisted of presentations and discussions; no formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council has issued a notice regarding a groundbreaking ceremony at the new site for Fire Station 5. This event is scheduled for June 4, 2024, at 157 S. Moore Road. No official action or deliberation by the City Council will occur during this event.

• Groundbreaking ceremony at 157 S. Moore Road

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will consider the approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes and a request to cancel the July meeting. The agenda includes an annual update from the Coppell Youth Soccer Association and updates on the Master Plan process.

• Approval of May 6, 2024, minutes
• Consideration of canceling the July meeting
• Annual Update by Coppell Youth Soccer Association
• Update regarding the Master Plan process

The Coppell Parks and Recreation Board met on June 3, 2024 and approved the minutes of its May 6, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. The Board also voted unanimously to cancel its July meeting. The rest of the session consisted of updates — from the Coppell Youth Soccer Association, staff on events and the Master Plan process, the Youth Advisors, and the Director — with no other decisions recorded.

• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved canceling the July meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Coppell Fire Department will hold a Medal Day Ceremony at the Coppell Arts Center. No action or deliberation of the City Council will be taken during this event.

• Medal Day Ceremony at 505 Travis Street

City Council

The City Council will meet for an executive session, work session, and regular session. The agenda includes discussions on zoning, real estate, and housing, alongside several items for council approval.

• Tax Abatement Agreement with Fulgent Genetics, Inc.
• $70,000.00 project specific agreement with Dallas County for road and drainage maintenance
• $203,369.60 purchase of three Chevrolet Tahoes from Holiday Chevrolet
• Executive session regarding zoning/development east of Royal Lane and west of Denton Tap
• Presentation by Metrocrest Services regarding unhoused population

City Council approved a tax abatement agreement for Fulgent Genetics, Inc. and authorized $203,369.60 for three new Chevrolet Tahoes. The council also approved a $70,000 agreement with Dallas County for road and drainage improvements.

• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with Fulgent Genetics, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 Project Specific Agreement with Dallas County for road and drainage maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved $203,369.60 purchase of three Chevrolet Tahoes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 13 and May 14, 2024 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a tax abatement agreement with Fulgent Genetics, Inc. The agreement involves tangible personal property, including machinery and equipment, located at 1111 S. Freeport Parkway.

• Tax abatement agreement for Fulgent Genetics, Inc.
• Estimated $5 Million in tangible personal property at 1111 S. Freeport Parkway
• Establishment of Reinvestment Zone No. 116

City Council

The City Council has scheduled a tour of the North Texas Emergency Communications Center (NTECC) facility. No official discussion or action will be taken during this event.

• Tour of NTECC facility at 1649 W Frankford Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding a zoning change and new site plan for Welbilt, Inc. The proposal includes adding a canopy structure, a monument sign, emergency generators, and security fencing on 9.01 acres.

• Public hearing for PD-297R2-LI (Welbilt) zoning change at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd.
• Proposed site plan additions: canopy structure with attached sign, monument sign, and security fencing
• Approval of April 18, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for a 9.01-acre property to allow for a new site plan. The approved changes include a canopy structure with a sign in the front yard setback, a monument sign, and mechanical equipment.

• Approved zoning change for PD-297R2-LI at 1010 W. Sandy Lake Rd (7-0)
• Approved April 18, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to swear in new members, discuss leadership roles, and consider several municipal contracts. Key items include a multi-million dollar construction agreement for Fire Station 5 and a citywide road restriping project.

• Zoning change for Fire Station 5 at 157 S. Moore Road
• $10,578,710.00 construction agreement for Fire Station 5 with Byrne Construction Services
• $1,000,000.00 citywide restriping contract with Road Master Striping
• $82,318.23 purchase of replacement radios for the Fire Department
• $81,655.90 purchase of tables and chairs for the Fire Department training room

City Council approved several fire department investments, including a $10.58M construction agreement for Fire Station 5 and a zoning change for its site. The council also approved a $1M citywide restriping project and a zoning change for a new Fine Arts and Tennis building.

• Approved $10,578,710.00 construction agreement for Fire Station 5 (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for Fire Station 5 at 157 S. Moore Road (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000.00 contract for Citywide Restriping Project (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for Fine Arts and Tennis buildings at 185 W. Parkway Blvd (Unanimous)
• Approved $82,318.23 for Fire Department replacement radios (Unanimous)
• Approved $81,655.90 for Fire Department training room furniture (Unanimous)
• Approved $157,275.00 for Northlake Woodlands drainage study (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Nevels as Mayor Pro Tem (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special called session to canvass the returns of the Municipal Special Election held on May 4, 2024. The council will consider a resolution declaring the results for the Councilmember Place 5 position and authorizing the Mayor to sign.

• Canvassing of the May 4, 2024, Special Election for Councilmember Place 5

The Coppell City Council held a special session to canvass the returns of the May 4, 2024, special election for Councilmember Place 5. A resolution declaring the election results was approved by unanimous vote. The council also ratified a previous resolution that cancelled the general election and confirmed the election of the Mayor and other council members.

• Approved resolution canvassing May 4 special election results (unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution 2024-0227.3 cancelling general election (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will review its goals and objectives during this meeting. The agenda also includes an adult services presentation and several committee reports.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 minutes
• Review of Library Board Goals and Objectives
• Adult Services Presentation
• Friends of the Coppell Public Library Report
• Library Manager's Report

The Library Board approved the minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports on adult services, youth advisor activities, and updates from the Friends of the Coppell Public Library.

• Approved April 11, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The FOARD Task Force will review minutes from the April 10, 2024, meeting. The task force will also receive an update on Residential Rehabilitation Grants and discuss upcoming SMART City meeting dates.

• Approval of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Update on Residential Rehabilitation Grants
• Discussion of SMART City meeting dates
• Discussion of future agenda items

The Task Force approved the minutes from the April 10, 2024, meeting. Members received an update on Residential Rehabilitation Grants and discussed future meeting dates and agenda items.

• Approved April 10, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)

Smart City Board

The board will review the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes and hear a presentation from a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport representative. Members will also discuss research findings regarding a Specialized Innovation Hub.

• Presentation from a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Representative
• Discussion of research findings on Specialized Innovation Hub
• Approval of April 1, 2024 minutes

The Coppell Smart City Board approved the April 1, 2024 minutes unanimously and received a presentation from Paul Puopolo, Executive Vice President of Innovation at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, on the airport's Innovation 2020/2030/2040 Plan. The Board decided to move the item on research findings for a Specialized Innovation Hub to a future meeting. No citizens spoke during Citizens' Appearance. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 3 at 6:30 pm.

• Approved April 1, 2024 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Moved research findings on Specialized Innovation Hub to a future meeting
• Set next meeting for Monday, June 3 at 6:30 pm

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review the April 1, 2024, minutes and hear a presentation from the Coppell High School Eco Club. The session also includes updates on biodiversity education, youth sports at the YMCA, and departmental developments.

• Presentation by Coppell High School Eco Club on State of the Water project
• Manager's Update regarding Biodiversity Education Center
• Youth Sports Update from Coppell YMCA
• Recognition of Youth Advisors for service to the Coppell Senior and Community Center
• Director's update regarding upcoming events, projects, and developments

The Board approved the minutes from the April 1, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and updates regarding the Biodiversity Education Center, the Coppell YMCA, and the Coppell High School Eco Club.

• Approved April 1, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates and discuss local city matters. Topics include the operation of the Wagon Wheel Tennis and Pickleball Center, parking in Old Town Coppell, and digital signage.

• Wagon Wheel Tennis and Pickleball Center operations update
• Discussion regarding parking in Old Town Coppell
• Discussion regarding Banner Poles and Digital Signage

The Coppell City Council held a work session on April 30, 2024. The meeting included citizen comments and presentations on Old Town parking, Wagon Wheel Tennis and Pickleball Center operations, and banner poles/digital signage. No formal actions, votes, or decisions were recorded during this session.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Presentation on Wagon Wheel Tennis and Pickleball Center operations
• Discussion on parking in Old Town Coppell
• Discussion on Banner Poles and Digital Signage

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance for Fulgent Genetics, Inc., Reinvestment Zone No. 116. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss municipal solid waste disposal contracts and the City Manager.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance designating Fulgent Genetics, Inc, Reinvestment Zone No. 116
• Executive Session: Contract negotiations with municipal solid waste disposal provider
• Executive Session: Deliberation regarding the City Manager
• Work Session: Presentation by the City of Coppell’s Financial Advisor
• Work Session: Discussion regarding the Service Organization process

The Coppell City Council unanimously approved a contract extension for City Manager Mike Land through April 30, 2027, which includes a base annual salary increase to $293,105.00 and deferred compensation increase to $20,517.35. The Council also unanimously approved an ordinance designating Fulgent Genetics, Inc. as Reinvestment Zone No. 116. Other agenda items included project updates on road and utility work, citizen comments on pickleball and Smart City plans, and reports on local schools.

• Approved City Manager Mike Land contract extension through April 30, 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager salary increase to $293,105.00 base annual (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager deferred compensation increase to $20,517.35 annual (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance designating Fulgent Genetics, Inc. Reinvestment Zone No. 116 (unanimous)
• Approved April 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning change and replat for the Coppell High School campus at 185 W. Parkway Blvd. These proposals include plans for a new fine arts building and tennis center. The commission will also review minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting.

• Zoning change request for Coppell High School Fine Arts Building and Tennis Center Expansion
• Construction of a 46,265 sq. ft. fine arts building and 4,600 sq. ft. tennis building
• Replat of Lot 1R, Block 1 at 185 W. Parkway Blvd.
• Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning change and a replat for the Coppell High School campus. These actions allow for the construction of a 46,265 sq. ft. Fine Arts Building and a 4,600 sq. ft. Tennis Building.

• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved zoning change PD-183R2-C for Coppell High School Fine Arts Building and Tennis Center Expansion (6-0)
• Approved Coppell High School Addition Replat, Lot 1R, Block 1 (6-0)

Coppell Recreation Development Corporation

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation will consider funding the remainder of the design for the Veterans Memorial project. The board will also review minutes from February 19, 2024, and discuss future meeting dates.

• Funding $67,600.00 for the remainder of the Veterans Memorial project design
• Approval of February 19, 2024, meeting minutes

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation approved funding to complete the design of the Veterans Memorial project. The board also approved the minutes from the February 19, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $67,600.00 for the remainder of the Veterans Memorial project design (Unanimous)
• Approved February 19, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

A Candidate Breakfast event will be held at the Coppell Senior and Community Center. No official action or deliberation by the City Council will take place during this event.

• Candidate Breakfast at 345 W. Bethel Road

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review and discuss board goals and objectives. The meeting includes presentations regarding teen services, youth advisor reports, and a report from the Library Manager.

• Review and discussion of Library Board Goals and Objectives
• Teen Services Presentation
• Youth Advisor Reports
• Friends of the Coppell Public Library Report
• Library Manager’s Report

The Library Advisory Board approved the previous meeting's minutes by unanimous vote. The board reviewed teen program statistics, youth advisor reports, and library survey results showing high satisfaction with services. No new funding or policy decisions were made during this session, though the board noted a previously approved $94,000 expenditure for staff furniture.

• Approved March 14, 2024 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Reviewed teen services statistics and upcoming programs
• Reviewed library survey results indicating >90% satisfaction
• Noted receipt of $94,000 approval for staff furniture replacement
• No new motions or votes recorded

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to determine if structures at 551 Arbor Brook Lane and 308 Parkview Place comply with City of Coppell Code of Ordinance standards. The meeting also includes a work session and the approval of minutes from December 14, 2023.

• Compliance determination for building or structure at 551 Arbor Brook Lane
• Compliance determination for building or structure at 308 Parkview Place
• Approval of December 14, 2023 minutes

The Coppell Board of Adjustment approved two cases determining that buildings at 551 Arbor Brook Lane and 308 Parkview Place comply with Article 15-14 of the city ordinance. Both approvals passed with 5-0 votes following testimony from residents and commentary from the City Attorney. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting on December 14, 2023.

• Approved December 14, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved compliance determination for 551 Arbor Brook Lane (5-0)
• Approved compliance determination for 308 Parkview Place (5-0)

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The FOARD Task Force will review a presentation on Coppell Lake Breeze and receive an update regarding Residential Rehabilitation Grants. The meeting also includes the consideration of approving the February 7, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Presentation on Coppell Lake Breeze
• Update on Residential Rehabilitation Grants
• Approval of February 7, 2024, meeting minutes

The Task Force approved the minutes from the February 7, 2024, meeting. A scheduled presentation on Coppell Lake Breeze was canceled, and the board received an update on Residential Rehabilitation Grants.

• Approved February 7, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several public hearings regarding zoning changes for a fire station, senior living facility, and charity housing. The agenda also includes a consent agenda covering office furniture purchases, professional services, and employee benefits consulting.

• Zoning change for 11,994-sf Fire Station 5 at 157 S. Moore Road
• Zoning change for 217-unit senior living facility near North Coppell Road and Canyon Drive
• Purchase of office furniture for Cozby Library and Community Commons for $94,548.49
• Professional services agreement with Samit Patel Design Studio for $67,600.00
• Employee benefits consulting agreement with HUB International for $99,500.00

The City Council rejected a zoning change for a 55+ senior living facility. However, the council approved a new fire station location and updated the city code to include charity and transitional housing.

• Denied zoning change for 217-unit senior living facility (0-6)
• Approved zoning change for Fire Station 5 at 157 S. Moore Road (unanimous)
• Approved code amendments to allow Charity House or Transitional Housing (unanimous)
• Approved readoption of Youth Camp Programs Standards of Care (unanimous)
• Approved $94,548.49 for Cozby Library and Community Commons furniture (unanimous)
• Approved $67,600 for Veterans Memorial project design (unanimous)
• Approved $99,500 consulting agreement with HUB International (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for Coppell Service Center building addition (unanimous)

City Council

The City of Coppell will hold a Budget Town Hall to discuss the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. Staff members will present current and planned major projects. No official action or deliberation by the City Council will take place during this meeting.

• Presentation of current and planned major projects for fiscal year 2024-2025

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will review research findings regarding a Specialized Innovation Hub. The meeting includes discussions on local and regional supply chain updates in Portfolio #6. Members will also review the Smart City SharePoint Site.

• Research findings on Specialized Innovation Hub
• Updates on Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (Local, Regional Supply Chains)
• Review of Smart City SharePoint Site
• Approval of March 4, 2024 minutes

The Coppell Smart City Board met on April 1, 2024 and approved the minutes of its March 4, 2024 meeting unanimously. The rest of the meeting was discussion only: research findings on a Specialized Innovation Hub, an update that a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport representative would speak on May 6, the Smart City SharePoint site, and Planning and Zoning Department questions. No other decisions, votes, or funding actions were recorded. The next meeting is Monday, May 6 at 6:30 pm.

• Approved March 4, 2024 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• No action taken on Specialized Innovation Hub research findings — discussion only
• No action taken on Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization update — discussion only
• No action taken on Smart City SharePoint site review — discussion only
• No action taken on Planning and Zoning Department questions — discussion only
• Set next meeting for Monday, May 6 at 6:30 pm

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will receive a manager's update regarding the Wagon Wheel Tennis and Pickleball Center. The meeting also includes a presentation by members of the pickleball community and an update on the Master Plan.

• Manager’s Update – Wagon Wheel Tennis and Pickleball Center
• Presentation by the members of the Pickleball Community
• Update regarding Master Plan
• Youth Advisor's Report
• Director's update regarding upcoming events, projects, and departmental developments

The board approved the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates and presentations regarding the Wagon Wheel Tennis & Pickleball Center and the Master Plan.

• Approved February 5, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several consent agenda items including construction awards and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a building addition at the Coppell Service Center.

• Award $1,537,705.00 to J.B. & Co. LLC for the Magnolia Park Trail Project
• Award $75,000.00 to Next Gen Construction for Grapevine Springs Community Center roof repair
• Award $79,278.00 for HVAC Controls upgrade at the Cozby Library
• Award $149,998.05 to C&J’s Design Solutions of East Texas, LLC for pavement sealing
• Award $99,997.40 to KKE Concrete Lifting for pavement leveling

City Council approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including a major trail project and police vehicle upfits. A zoning change for the Coppell Service Center was approved, while a roof repair contract for the Grapevine Springs Community Center was denied.

• Approved $1,537,705.00 Magnolia Park Trail Project contract (Unanimous)
• Denied $75,000.00 Grapevine Springs Community Center roof repair (2-4)
• Approved $568,795.50 for 23 police vehicle upfits (Unanimous)
• Approved $116,650.00 Flock Safety license plate reader contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $674,730.00 for backup services from Unique Digital (Unanimous)
• Approved termination of affiliation with iChoosr, LLC (5-1)
• Approved zoning change for 8,664-sf addition to Coppell Service Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $149,998.05 for annual pavement crack and joint sealing (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several public hearing items including a new fire station and a senior living facility. The commission will also consider text changes to the city's zoning code regarding charity or transitional housing.

• Zoning change for Coppell Fire Station 5 at 157 S. Moore Road to allow an 11,994-sf building
• Zoning change and land use amendment for Roers Coppell, a 232-unit senior living facility on approximately 9.9 acres near North Coppell Road
• Ordinance amendment to include 'Charity House or Transitional Housing' in various single-family and historic district zoning codes

The commission approved a zoning change for Fire Station 5 and adopted text amendments to allow charity or transitional housing in several residential districts. A request for a 217-unit senior living facility failed due to a lack of majority vote.

• Approved zoning change for Fire Station 5 at 157 S. Moore Road (6-0)
• Denied 217-unit senior living facility request (PD-316-MF-2) due to lack of majority vote
• Approved text amendments to allow 'Charity House or Transitional Housing' in various residential districts (5-0)
• Approved February 29, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)

Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board

The Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board will meet to elect new officers and discuss payment options. The agenda also includes a manager's update and the approval of minutes from November 7, 2023.

• Election of officers
• Discussion regarding payment options
• Approval of November 7, 2023, minutes
• Manager’s update

The Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board approved its November 7, 2023 minutes and elected officers: Sam Gorgone as chair and Tracy Allard as vice chair. The manager reported an animal officer hired internally effective March 18, 2024, and a kennel tech hired externally effective April 29, 2024, with owner surrenders now by appointment only and surveillance cameras to be installed soon. The board also discussed updated customer payment options, with no decision recorded, and adjourned at 6:17 p.m.

• Approved November 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Sam Gorgone as chair
• Elected Tracy Allard as vice chair
• Discussed updated customer payment options (no action recorded)

Library Board

The Coppell Library Board approved its February 8, 2024 minutes as amended, changing the next Friends of the Coppell Public Library meeting date to February 26, 2024. The rest of the meeting was discussion and reports: a trial to provide feminine hygiene products in both library restrooms starting in April, library marketing outreach, board goals, and a manager's report. The board took no action on a library cafe request, which staff said the library lacks plumbing capacity, staff, or space to build and operate.

• Approved February 8, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Amended next Friends of the Coppell Public Library meeting date to February 26, 2024
• No action taken on library cafe request; staff cited lack of plumbing capacity, staff, and space

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will review research findings regarding Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization. The board will also consider the next topic for a recommendations presentation.

• Discussion of Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (local, Regional Supply Chains)
• Consideration of next topic for recommendations presentation

The Board approved the minutes from February 5, 2024. Members decided to further research the Specialized Innovation Hub for the next recommendations presentation and continued discussions on local and regional supply chains.

• Approved February 5, 2024 Minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Specialized Innovation Hub as the next research topic for recommendations presentation
• Decided to continue discussion on Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization to include input from Planning and Zoning and a DFW International Airport representative

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet on March 4, 2024, for a tour of the Coppell Parks starting from Town Center. No official action will be taken during this event.

• Tour of the Coppell Parks

The Board met to tour the Coppell Parks. The minutes state that no official action was taken by the Board during this event.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning change and a replat for the Coppell Service Center. These items involve an 8,664-square-foot building addition and easement realignments at 816 S. Coppell Road.

• Public hearing: Zoning change for 8,664-sf building addition at 816 S. Coppell Road
• Public hearing: Replat of Lot 1R3, Block 1 to allow a new building and easement realignment at 816 S. Coppell Road
• Election of Officers

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning change from PD-108R5R-H to PD-108R5R2-H to allow an 8,664-square-foot building addition and parking at the Coppell Service Center, 816 S. Coppell Road. It also approved the Coppell Service Center Replat, Lot 1R3, Block 1, covering 11.516 acres at the same address. Both public hearings drew no speakers and both motions passed 6-0. The commission also approved its December 21, 2023 minutes and re-elected Edmund Haas as Chair and Glenn Portman as Vice Chair, both 6-0.

• Approved zoning change to PD-108R5R2-H for 8,664-sf addition at 816 S. Coppell Road (6-0)
• Approved Coppell Service Center Replat, Lot 1R3, Block 1, on 11.516 acres (6-0)
• Approved December 21, 2023 Planning & Zoning meeting minutes (6-0)
• Elected Edmund Haas as Chair and Glenn Portman as Vice Chair (6-0)

City Council

The Council will discuss cybersecurity measures and audit reviews in executive and work sessions. The agenda includes approving several service contracts and a land sale. Additionally, the Council will consider a resolution to cancel the May 4, 2024, General Municipal Election.

• Resolution to cancel the May 4, 2024, General Municipal Election and declare unopposed candidates
• Fire Station No. 5 Early Release Package with Byrne Construction Services for $604,895.00
• Professional Services contract with Freese and Nichols Inc. for $89,791.00
• Security Services Agreement with Entech, LLC for $111,963.00
• Sale of land at Lot 2, Block A, Old Town Water Tank/Office Addition to RSC Investment Management, LLC

City Council cancelled the May 4, 2024, general municipal election because candidates for Mayor and Places 2, 4, and 6 ran unopposed. The council also approved several service contracts and a land sale via a consent agenda.

• Cancelled May 4, 2024 General Municipal Election (unanimous)
• Approved $604,895 Fire Station No. 5 Early Release Package (unanimous)
• Approved $111,963 security services agreement with Entech, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $89,791 contract with Freese and Nichols Inc. for lead and copper inventory (unanimous)
• Approved sale of land (Lot 2, Block A, Old Town Water Tank/Office Addition) to RSC Investment Management, LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded fiber/network and electrical services bid to Nema 3 Electric, Inc. (unanimous)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending Sept 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Second Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Endo International PLC (unanimous)

Coppell Recreation Development Corporation

The Board will consider approving $176,790.20 for the construction and installation of a perimeter fence around the Wagon Wheel Park soccer practice fields. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and discussion regarding future meeting dates.

• $176,790.20 for Wagon Wheel Park soccer practice field perimeter fence
• Approval of January 22, 2024, meeting minutes

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation approved funding for a perimeter fence at Wagon Wheel Park. The board also approved the minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $176,790.20 for construction and installation of a perimeter fence around Wagon Wheel Park soccer practice fields (Unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss temporary housing and real property located south of 121. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a residential rehabilitation program and several contract approvals.

• Ordinance for 309 Kaye Street to allow 54.3% lot coverage
• $557,700.00 contract award to N.G. Painting, LP for pump station tank rehabilitation
• $176,790.20 contract award to Custard Construction Services for Wagon Wheel Park fencing
• Discussion regarding residential rehabilitation program
• Executive session regarding temporary and transitional housing

City Council approved several consent agenda items, including a water infrastructure contract and funding for park improvements. No action was taken following the executive session.

• Approved $557,700 contract with N.G. Painting, LP for Village Parkway Pump Station Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Approved $176,790.20 for perimeter fence at Wagon Wheel Park soccer practice fields (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for 309 Kaye Street to allow 54.3% lot coverage (Unanimous)
• Approved Coppell Recreation Development Corporation appointment of officers (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 26, and 27, 2024 (Unanimous)

Library Board

The Coppell Library Advisory Board will meet to review and discuss its goals and objectives. The agenda also includes the library manager's report and reports from board members and the youth advisor.

• Approval of January 11, 2024, minutes
• Library Manager’s Report
• Review and discussion of Library Board Goals and Objectives

The Library Board approved the minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting. The board reviewed library operations, including staffing interviews and 50th anniversary planning, and discussed goals and objectives.

• Approved minutes from January 11, 2024 (unanimous)

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The FOARD Task Force will review a presentation for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program and discuss the Beautification Grant Program. The group will also discuss the 2024 FOARD Board Work Plan.

• Review of Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program presentation
• Discussion of Beautification Grant Program
• Discussion of 2024 FOARD Board Work Plan
• Approval of January 10, 2024, meeting minutes

The FOARD Task Force unanimously approved the minutes from its January 10, 2024 meeting. The board reviewed presentations for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program and discussed details of the Beautification Grant Program. They also outlined the 2024 work plan and noted that the March meeting has been canceled.

• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program presentation
• Discussed Beautification Grant Program details
• Outlined 2024 FOARD Board Work Plan
• Noted March FOARD Board Meeting canceled

Smart City Board

The Smart City Board will discuss developing a system to orientate new members. The meeting also includes a discussion on research findings regarding local and regional supply chains.

• Developing a system for new board member orientation
• Research findings for Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (Local, Regional Supply Chains)
• Selection of next topic for recommendations presentation

The Board approved the minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting. Members discussed creating a new board member orientation system and reviewed the definition of Reverse Globalization for Portfolio #6. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 8, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review a presentation regarding 2024 projects and initiatives. Members will also receive an update on the Veterans Memorial design and reports from the Cozby Library manager, the Youth Advisor, and the Director.

• Presentation and discussion of 2024 Projects and Initiatives
• Update regarding Veterans Memorial design
• Manager's Update regarding Cozby Library and Community Commons
• Director’s update regarding upcoming events, projects, and departmental developments

The board approved the minutes from the January 8, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates on 2024 projects, the Veterans Memorial design, and Cozby Library programs.

• Approved January 8, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a two-day retreat focused on long-term planning and budget considerations. Discussions include Vision 2040 prioritization, code compliance, and the FY25 budget.

• Vision 2040 Prioritization discussion
• Code Compliance and Rental Property Inspection Program discussion
• Drought Contingency Plan revisions and recommendations
• FY25 Budget: Debt Modeling, Calendar, and additional considerations

The Coppell City Council met in a Work Session on January 26 and 27, 2024. The council discussed Vision 2040 prioritization, rental property inspections, drought contingency plans, and the FY25 budget. No formal votes, approvals, or denials were recorded during these sessions.

• Discussed Vision 2040 Pillars and Goals prioritization
• Discussed Code Compliance and Rental Property Inspection Program
• Discussed Drought Contingency Plan revisions
• Discussed FY25 Budget debt modeling and calendar

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the NTECC building, Veterans Memorial project design, and community engagement. The regular session includes consideration of a resolution for the May 4, 2024, general municipal election.

• Purchase of 38 APC Battery Backup Systems from Consolidated Traffic Controls, Inc. for $200,374.00
• Installation of vehicle shade structures at the Police Department by Playground Solutions of Texas for $153,878.68
• Development Agreement with COP Lovett 121 Logistics Park, LLC for a water line not to exceed $472,000
• Resolution ordering a General Municipal Election on May 4, 2024, for Mayor and Council Places 2, 4, and 6

The Coppell City Council approved a resolution ordering a General Municipal Election on May 4, 2024, for Mayor and Council Places 2, 4, and 6, and authorized a Joint Election Agreement with Dallas and Denton Counties. The council also cancelled its March 12, 2024 meeting because it falls during Spring Break. On the consent agenda, the council unanimously approved the January 9, 2024 minutes, a $200,374.00 purchase of 38 APC Battery Backup Systems, a $153,878.68 shade structure installation contract, and a development agreement for a water line not to exceed $472,000. Ten residents spoke during Citizens' Appearance about a proposed ceasefire resolution; the minutes record no council action on that item.

• Approved resolution ordering May 4, 2024 General Municipal Election for Mayor and Council Places 2, 4, and 6 (unanimous)
• Authorized Joint Election Agreement with Dallas and Denton Counties (unanimous)
• Cancelled March 12, 2024 City Council meeting due to Spring Break (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved $200,374.00 purchase of 38 APC Battery Backup Systems from Consolidated Traffic Controls, Inc. (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved $153,878.68 contract with Playground Solutions of Texas for vehicle shade structures at Police Department parking lot (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved development agreement with COP Lovett 121 Logistics Park, LLC for water line purchase not to exceed $472,000 (unanimous, consent agenda)

Coppell Recreation Development Corporation

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation will meet to elect officers and approve minutes from November 2023. The board will also consider two funding requests for a bridge deck replacement and new benches in the city's park system.

• $87,409.56 for North Levee Trail bridge deck replacement
• $78,886.86 for 40 picnic tables with benches and 10 individual benches
• Election of officers
• Approval of November 13, 2023, minutes

The Coppell Recreation Development Corporation approved two construction and equipment awards for the city's park system. The board also elected its officers and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Re-elected Boardmember Straach as President and Boardmember Dwyer as Vice President (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $87,409.56 award to Custard Construction Services for North Levee Trail bridge deck replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $78,886.86 award to The Playwell Group, Inc. for 40 picnic tables with benches and 10 individual benches (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will conduct an election of officers during this meeting. The agenda also includes discussions on postal cancellations and the library's reconsideration process.

• Election of Officers
• Discussion Regarding Postal Cancellations
• Discussion Regarding the Library’s Reconsideration Process
• Review of Library Board Goals and Objectives
• Approval of December 14, 2023 minutes

The Library Board held elections for its officers and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The board also reviewed city staff training on the Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2023 (unanimous)
• Elected Martha Garber as Library Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mathew Ittoop as Library Board Vice Chair (unanimous)

Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD) Task Force

The FOARD Task Force will select its 2024 officers and welcome a new member. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Beautification Grant Program and E.R.R.R.I.P and I.R.R.R.I.P rebate policies.

• Selection of 2024 FOARD Task Force Officers
• Discussion of Beautification Grant Program
• Discussion of Rebate Policies E.R.R.R.I.P and I.R.R.R.I.P
• Approval of December 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Coppell FOARD Task Force unanimously voted to dismiss the I.R.R.R.I.P residential rehabilitation rebate program. The board also unanimously re-elected Peggy Quinn as Chair and Yvonne Silva as Vice Chair for 2024. Additionally, the task force approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed the Beautification Grant Program and future agenda items.

• Approved December 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Re-elected Peggy Quinn as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Yvonne Silva as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Dismissed I.R.R.R.I.P rebate program (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss economic development negotiations and American Rescue Plan fund allocations. The agenda includes several large expenditures for police vehicles, fire equipment, and traffic signal cabinets. The council will also consider zoning changes for properties on West Main Street and Kaye Street.

• Purchase of a Pierce Enforcer TDA 107’ Fire Truck for $2,360,597.00
• Purchase of 17 Ford Interceptor and 4 Ford Explorer vehicles for $1,108,220.25
• Zoning change at 767 West Main St to allow an ice cream shop and restaurant
• Purchase of 25 traffic signal cabinets for $518,825.00
• Public hearing for a zoning change at 309 Kaye Street

The Coppell City Council approved a 10-item consent agenda unanimously, including a $2,360,597 fire truck, $1,108,220.25 for 21 police and other vehicles, and several other equipment and park purchases. It also approved a zoning change at 309 Kaye Street allowing 54.3% lot coverage and a zoning change at 767 West Main Street for an ice cream shop and restaurant space. The council declined to cast a vote for the Dallas Central Appraisal District board runoff, and no action resulted from executive session.

• Approved consent agenda items A-J unanimously, including minutes and multiple purchases
• Approved $2,360,597 Pierce Enforcer fire truck from Siddons Martin Emergency Group
• Approved $1,108,220.25 for 17 Ford Interceptor and 4 Ford Explorer vehicles from Silsbee Ford
• Approved $518,825 for 25 traffic signal cabinets from Consolidated Traffic Controls
• Approved $73,988.35 contract to Custard Construction for Wagon Wheel Baseball Concession repairs
• Approved zoning change at 309 Kaye Street allowing 54.3% lot coverage
• Approved zoning change at 767 West Main Street for ice cream shop and restaurant uses
• Declined to cast a vote for Dallas Central Appraisal District board runoff

Smart City Board

The board will hold elections for a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Members will also discuss orientation for new members and review scopes for supply chain and resource management portfolios.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of Portfolio #6 Reverse Globalization (Local, Regional Supply Chains)
• Final review of presentation for Portfolio #1 Resource Management & Digital Twin (OS) Development
• Discussion on onboarding orientation for new board members

The Coppell Smart City Board elected Gautham Vemuganti as Chairperson and Deepak Jayavant as Vice-Chairperson, with both motions passing unanimously. The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and reviewed the revised scope for Portfolio #6 (Reverse Globalization), deciding to continue research on it. They also reviewed the final presentation for Portfolio #1 (Resource Management & Digital Twin Development).

• Gautham Vemuganti elected Chairperson (unanimous)
• Deepak Jayavant elected Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• December 4, 2023 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Portfolio #6 scope review continued; added to next agenda
• Portfolio #1 final presentation reviewed

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will conduct an election of officers and review the December 4, 2023, meeting minutes. Discussion items include board branding, visibility, and the Community Experiences Master Plan.

• Election of Officers
• Discussion regarding Board branding and visibility
• Presentation and discussion regarding Community Experiences Master Plan
• Manager’s Update on Parks/Public Works Projects
• Director's update regarding upcoming events and projects

The board approved the minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting and re-elected its leadership. Members discussed board branding and received updates on the Community Experiences Master Plan and current park projects.

• Approved December 4, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Nick Paschal as Chair and Maureen Corcoran as Vice-Chair (unanimous)