Crandall public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will receive updates from the Interim City Manager on several operational matters. Discussions include first responder fees for specific developments and price increases for waste disposal services.

• First responder fees for Arbors at Eastland and EagleCrest development agreements
• CPI price increases for Blackjack Disposal effective February 1, 2024
• Updates on RFPs for a Comprehensive Plan and Paving services
• RFQ for Engineering services
• TX Dot updates on FM 148

City Council

The City Council will discuss a petition from Bullhead Energy, LLC regarding land release and a redevelopment incentive application for Lone Star Plaza. The meeting also includes updates on the city's Comprehensive Plan and several development projects. Council will consider a water supply contract amendment with Talty Special Utility District.

• Petition for release from extraterritorial jurisdiction for 1,860 acres submitted by Bullhead Energy, LLC
• Application for Redevelopment Highway Business Incentive Program from Lone Star Plaza
• Second Amendment to Wholesale Portable Water Supply Contract with Talty Special Utility District
• Appointment of Cody Frazier to the Crandall Economic Development Corporation
• Ordinance No. 12042023 to correct a scrivener's error in Ordinance No. 06212022A

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to the City's Comprehensive Plan and the 1-3-5-year plan. Members will also consider the city's access to water and sewer services and the infrastructure required for residents.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates and amendment process
• Review of the 1-3-5-year plan scope and milestones
• Discussion of water and sewer infrastructure maintenance and construction costs
• Executive session regarding the Public Works Director position
• Executive session regarding the establishment or reestablishment of a Municipal Fire Department

City Council

The City Council will discuss potential updates to the City's Comprehensive Plan and the 1-3-5-year plan. The body will also consider the city's access to water and sewer services and the infrastructure required to maintain them.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates, amendment processes, and future development
• Review of the 1-3-5-year plan scope and milestones
• Discussion of water and sewer infrastructure maintenance, new construction, and potential costs

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating water and sewer rates for residential and commercial customers. The meeting includes a public hearing on new building permit and development fees and a review of Planning and Zoning Commission governance.

• Public hearing and proposed Ordinance No. 11062023 to amend building permit and development fees
• Proposed Ordinance No. 11062023C to amend water and sewer rates for all customer classifications
• Proposed Service Agreement with Tyler Technologies
• Interlocal Agreement with Kaufman County regarding plats and subdivision ordinances in extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Proposed Ordinance No. 11062023A and Resolution No. 11062023B regarding Planning and Zoning Commission governance and appointments

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with several discussion items, including setting a date for a strategic planning workshop, legislative changes to development fees (HB 3492), an alternate work schedule, and an update on becoming an authorized agent for septic systems. The council will also hold a public hearing and consider ordinances related to the River Ridge Pod C concept plan amendment and a final plat for RiverRidge Quick Trip, as well as a site plan for Lone Star Plaza. Additionally, they will discuss water, sewer, and trash rates for FY2024 and provide updates on the BlackJack Contract and police activity.

• Public hearing and Ordinance No. 10162023 to amend River Ridge Pod C concept plan (39.37 acres, Kaufman CAD ID 80046)
• Final Plat for RiverRidge Quick Trip (1.6529 acres, NE corner FM 741 and US-175 Frontage)
• Site Plan for Lone Star Plaza (0.891 acres, Lone Star Drive)
• Resolution No. 10162023A repealing Resolution No. 08212023
• Discussion of water, sewer, and trash rates for FY2024

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with updates from the interim city manager, several proclamations, and consent agenda items. Key actions include setting FY2024 water, sewer, and trash rates, approving a site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall, and entering executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Discuss and consider water, sewer and trash rates and fees for FY2024
• Request for approval of Site Plan for The Emerson at North Crandall (16.44 acres, southeast corner of Spring Creek Blvd. and Tule Way)
• Discuss and consider Agreement for Protective Services with Crandall Volunteer Fire Department for FY24
• Discuss and consider Resolution No. 10022023 designating Forney Messenger as official newspaper
• Discuss and consider renewal of Administrative Services Agreement with Crandall Economic Development Corporation

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold public hearings and consider several zoning changes from agricultural to commercial or highway business districts, including a request for a Specific Use Permit for RV storage on 5 acres at 610 Lone Star Dr. They will also consider annexing Blackland Road, adopting on-site sewage facility rules, approving interlocal agreements for peace officer services, and discussing water, sewer, and trash rates for FY2024.

• Zoning change and SUP for RV storage at 610 Lone Star Dr. (5 acres)
• Zoning change to Highway Business District for 2.0-acre tract near FM 148 and Hwy 175 (Ordinance 09182023)
• Zoning change to Highway Business District for 1.0-acre tract at 105 N FM 148 (Ordinance 09182023A)
• Zoning change to Highway Business District for 1.0-acre tract north of FM 148 (Ordinance 09182023B)
• Annexation of Blackland Road/County Road 269 (Ordinance 09182023C)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to adopt the 2023 tax rate of $0.7300 per $100 of valuation, along with the certified appraisal rolls. They will also consider repealing the city curfew ordinance, awarding a wastewater treatment plant contract, adopting the CEDC budget for FY24, and setting water, sewer, and trash rates for FY2024. The agenda includes a site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall, a 16.44-acre development at Spring Creek Blvd. and Tule Way.

• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt 2023 tax rate of $0.7300 per $100 valuation
• Ordinance to repeal the City of Crandall Curfew Ordinance
• Resolution awarding construction/equipment purchase contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Site plan approval for The Emerson at North Crandall (16.44 acres, SE corner of Spring Creek Blvd. and Tule Way)
• FY2024 water, sewer, and trash rates and fees discussion

City Council approved a 2023 tax rate of $0.7300 per $100 of valuation. The council also repealed the city curfew ordinance and approved the FY24 budget for the Economic Development Corporation. A site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall was tabled until October 2.

• Approved 2023 tax rate of $0.7300 per $100 valuation (4-0)
• Repealed City of Crandall Curfew Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved construction/equipment purchase contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant (4-0)
• Adopted FY24 budget for Economic Development Corporation (4-0)
• Reappointed Danny Kirbie, Rebekah Eskridge, and Mike Roberts to the EDC (4-0)
• Tabled site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall until Oct 2 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 08/21/2023 minutes and line-item transfers (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY2023-2024 budget, which raises total property taxes by $430,015 (17.6%), including $119,709 from new property. The council will also vote on ratifying the property tax increase, as well as several development requests and other items.

• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt FY2024 budget, raising property taxes by $430,015 (17.6%)
• Proposal to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the adopted budget
• Site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall (16.44 acres, southeast corner of Spring Creek Blvd. and Tule Way)
• Sign variance for QuickTrip (1.65 acres, northeast corner of US Hwy 175 and FM 741)
• Final plat for Arbors at Eastland County Road 269 (0.676 acres, CR 269 southeast of FM 741 and FM 2757)

City Council approved an accessory building at 203 S. 4th St. and a sign variance for QuickTrip. The council also approved a final plat for Arbors at Eastland and a settlement regarding Atmos Energy rates. A site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall was tabled pending a review of the development agreement.

• Approved accessory building at 203 S. 4th St. (4-0)
• Tabled site plan for The Emerson at North Crandall until September 5 (4-0)
• Approved sign variance for QuickTrip (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Arbors at Eastland County Road 269 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 08212023 for Kaufman County Central Appraisal District building costs (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 08212023A for Atmos Energy rate settlement (4-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 08/07/2023 (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council is meeting to consider setting the FY2024 property tax rate, water/sewer/trash rates, and a resolution to accept an annexation request for Blackland Road (CR 269) with public hearings. They will also discuss the FY2024 budget, traffic control for schools, and wastewater treatment plant repairs. Several items are updates only, such as the Creekview Estates paving project and Q3 financials.

• Resolution No. 08072023 to accept annexation request for Blackland Road (CR 269) and set public hearing dates
• Proposed property tax rate of 0.73 per $100 valuation (M&O 0.595, I&S 0.135) for FY2023-2024
• Discussion of water, sewer, and trash rates and fees for FY2024
• Approval to negotiate agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant repairs
• Discussion of traffic control for upcoming school year

Council approved a request for annexation of Blackland Road and authorized the Interim City Manager to negotiate wastewater plant repairs. The council proposed a combined property tax rate of 0.73, with a public hearing scheduled for September 5, 2023. Discussions on water, sewer, and trash rates were tabled for further review of the golf course agreement.

• Approved consent agenda including 07/10 and 07/17 minutes and annexation request for Blackland Road (5-0)
• Proposed property tax rate of 0.73 (0.595 M&O and 0.135 I&S) for FY2023-2024 (5-0)
• Approved Interim City Manager to negotiate Wastewater Treatment Plant repairs (5-0)
• Approved budget line-item transfers (5-0)
• Directed Interim City Manager to reallocate fund balance contingency for police step pay program
• Tabled water, sewer, and trash rates pending review of golf course agreement

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and votes on annexing a 2.0-acre tract on N. FM 148, approving a Dollar Tree site plan, and updating service plans for two public improvement districts. They will also discuss the proposed FY24 budget, approve the FY22 audit, and receive updates on water rates, employee handbook policies, and the budget calendar.

• Public hearing and ordinance to annex Kaufman CAD ID 226889, a 2.0-acre tract on N. FM 148 (City Place Centre, Tract 2)
• Site plan approval for Dollar Tree on 2.0 acres near US Hwy 175 Frontage Road and Michael Talty Ave
• Ordinance 07172023A: 2023-2024 service plan update for RiverRidge Public Improvement District
• Ordinance 07172023B: 2023-2024 service plan update for Cartwright Ranch Public Improvement District
• Discussion and staff direction on proposed FY24 budget; approval of FY22 audit

City Council approved a site plan for a new Dollar Tree and the annexation of a 2.0-acre tract of land. The council also approved the FY22 audit and annual service plan updates for two Public Improvement Districts.

• Approved annexation of 2.0-acre tract (Kaufman CAD ID 226889) (4-0)
• Approved Dollar Tree site plan for 2.0 acres east of US Hwy 175 Frontage Road and Michael Talty Ave (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 annual service plan update for RiverRidge Public Improvement District (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 annual service plan update for Cartwright Ranch Public Improvement District (4-0)
• Approved FY22 audit (4-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 minutes and revised FY24 Budget Calendar (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget and provide staff direction. They will also enter executive session to deliberate personnel matters regarding the Interim City Manager, and may take action on items discussed in that session.

• Discussion and staff direction on proposed FY2024 budget
• Executive session on personnel matters (Interim City Manager)
• Possible action on executive session items

City Council held a budget workshop to review the 1-3-5 Year Financial Plan and FY 2023-2024 budget. Council stated the tax rate should remain the same for the upcoming year and agreed to a contingency line item in the fund balance. No formal votes were taken on budget approvals.

• Agreed to include a contingency line item in the fund balance controlled by Council
• Directed Interim City Manager to rework the tax rate to remain the same for the upcoming year
• Requested Fire Chief and Assistant Fire Chief attend July 17 meeting to discuss gear funding
• Directed Interim City Manager to provide an update on the employee personnel handbook regarding confidential information
• Directed Interim City Manager to set up a meeting with Council to discuss setting goals
• Entered executive session to discuss Interim City Manager personnel matters (5-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 3, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY2024 budget and to enter executive session for personnel matters regarding the Interim City Manager. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of FY2024 Budget
• Executive session on personnel matters (Interim City Manager)

City Council

City Council approved the annexation of two property tracts and a development agreement with Slab Realty Group, LLC. The council also authorized the Interim City Manager to cancel the wastewater plant contract with Inframark to negotiate a new agreement with North Texas.

• Appointed Lear Dobbins to the Planning and Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Slab Realty Group, LLC (4-0)
• Approved annexation of Kaufman CAD ID 225327 (4-0)
• Approved annexation of Kaufman CAD ID 186662 (4-0)
• Tabled annexation of Kaufman CAD ID 225134 until July 17, 2023 (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor Pro Tem Scott Rogers as signatory on depository accounts (4-0)
• Approved surpusing and auctioning 5 vehicles (4-0)
• Approved cancellation of Inframark wastewater contract to negotiate with North Texas

City Council

City Council approved three separate annexation petitions from Sasha Group Inc. and SLAB Realty Group, LLC. The council also appointed a Mayor Pro Tem and approved the creation of a Fire Inspector position. Proposed FY2024 water, sewer, and trash rates were passed without a motion.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Kaufman County Tax Office for River Ridge PID assessments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06052023 for Sasha Group Inc. annexation of ~1.0 acre (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06052023A for Sasha Group Inc. annexation of ~1.0 acre (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06052023B for SLAB Realty Group, LLC annexation of ~2.0 acres (4-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Rogers as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0)
• Approved Fire Inspector position (4-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 05/15/2023 and 05/16/2023 (3-1)
• Canceled July 3rd Council meeting

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a special meeting to canvass and certify the May 6, 2023 election results for mayor and two council seats, then administer the oath of office to the winning candidates. The meeting is largely procedural, with no other business on the agenda.

• Consider Ordinance No. 05162023 to canvass and certify election returns from May 6, 2023
• Certify results to the Texas Secretary of State
• Administer Oath of Office to Mayor David Lindsey and Councilmembers Katy Vaughan and Caleb Allen

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 05162023 to canvass and certify the election returns from May 6, 2023. Following the certification, the Mayor and two Council members were administered the Oath of Office.

• Approved Ordinance No. 05162023 certifying election returns (3-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to Mayor David Lindsey, Councilmember Katy Vaughan, and Councilmember Caleb Allen

City Council

The City Council approved a project and financing plan for tax increment reinvestment zone number four and updated speed limits on FM Highway 3039. The council also approved a development agreement with Sasha Group and a grant for rifle resistant body armor. Public hearings for the tax rate and proposed budget were scheduled for August and September 2023.

• Approved project and financing plan for tax increment reinvestment zone number four (3-1)
• Approved altered speed limits on FM Highway 3039 (4-0)
• Approved support for realignment of FM 148 from South of FM 3039 to US 175 (4-0)
• Approved amended Resolution No. 02062023B for rifle resistant body armor grant (4-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Sasha Group pending City Attorney review (4-0)
• Approved FY2023-2024 Budget Calendar with public hearings set for Aug 7 and Sept 18 (4-0)
• Approved Bureau Veritas agreement amendment for septic inspections pending review (4-0)
• Tabled Fire Inspector position and FY2023 Road Repairs priorities (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a final plat for the 139-acre Cartwright Ranch Phase 1 subdivision, amending the FY2023 budget, setting road repair priorities, and approving a project and financing plan for tax increment reinvestment zone number four. The council will also receive updates on the wastewater plant, Lower East Fork Interceptor System, FY22 audit, and election results, and will enter executive session to discuss economic development, real property, and a building code violation.

• Final Plat for Cartwright Ranch Phase 1 (139.063 acres, 1 mile east of US-175 and FM 148)
• Ordinance No. 05012023 - Amending FY2023 annual budget
• Road Repairs priorities for FY2023
• Ordinance No. 05012023A - Project and financing plan for tax increment reinvestment zone number four
• Executive session: economic development (annexation), 2-acre parcel land purchase, building code violation

City Council approved a final plat for the 139.063-acre Cartwright Ranch Phase 1 and passed an ordinance amending the annual budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023. The council also scheduled a workshop for FY2023 road repair priorities.

• Approved Final Plat for Cartwright Ranch Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 05012023 amending the annual budget (5-0)
• Approved motion to hold a workshop on FY2023 road repair priorities (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 05012023A regarding tax increment reinvestment zone number four until May 15, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 04/17/2023 (5-0)

City Council

City Council approved a site plan for a QuickTrip at US Hwy 175 and FM 741. The council also approved budget amendments, an amended employee handbook, and a utility easement for Rayburn Electric. No action was taken on the Wildcat Ranch Police Services Contract or the road repair list.

• Approved QuickTrip site plan at NE corner of US Hwy 175 and FM 741 (4-0)
• Approved budget amendments (4-0)
• Approved Rayburn Electric Easement southeast of Buffalo Creek and FM 148 (4-0)
• Approved amended Employee Handbook (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 04172023 to amend contract with Bureau Veritas (4-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 04/03/2023 (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to create Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four, located north of US Highway 175, south of FM 741, and west of Blackland Road. The council will also discuss several administrative items, including a traffic impact analysis, the audit process, and a request for proposals for financial software. Other agenda items include resolutions on opioid settlement funds and TexSTAR authorization, a prosecutor contract, and an Oncor easement. The meeting includes an executive session on economic development related to the Cotton Gin property.

• Public hearing and ordinance to create Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four (Ordinance No. 04032023)
• Resolution No. 004032023A authorizing Mayor to execute Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council forms and settlement allocation
• Resolution No. 04032023B amending the TexSTAR authorization
• Discuss and consider approving the Prosecutor Contract
• Authorize Interim City Manager to sign the Oncor Easement

City Council approved the creation of a new reinvestment zone and authorized participation in the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund. The council also approved a prosecutor contract, an Oncor easement, and an amendment to the TexSTAR authorization.

• Approved Ordinance No. 04032023 creating Reinvestment Zone Number Four (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 04032023A regarding Texas Opioid Abatement Fund (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 04032023B amending TexSTAR authorization (5-0)
• Approved Prosecutor Contract (5-0)
• Authorized Interim City Manager to sign Oncor Easement (5-0)
• Approved Child Abuse Prevention Proclamation (5-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 03/06/2023 (5-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold its regular meeting, discussing and potentially voting on several items including annexation of W. Trunk Street, opening new bank accounts, and continuing participation in the Atmos Cities Steering Committee. The agenda also includes updates from the Interim City Manager on infrastructure and development, and discussion of speed bumps on two streets.

• Ordinance No. 03062023: annexing W. Trunk Street (CR 4124) and associated right-of-way, with a service plan
• Resolution No. 03062023A: authorizing opening seven new bank accounts at American National Bank of Texas
• Resolution No. 03062023B: continued participation in Atmos Cities Steering Committee, paying five cents per capita
• Resolution No. 03062023C: amending resolution ordering a general election
• Discussion of speed bumps on Angelina Dr. and Rio Grande Dr.

City Council approved the annexation of W. Trunk Street (CR 4124) and the opening of seven new bank accounts. The council also authorized continued participation in the Atmos Cities Steering Committee and amended the general election order. No action was taken on the request for speed bumps on Angelina Dr. and Rio Grande Dr.

• Approved Ordinance No. 03062023 annexing W. Trunk Street/CR 4124 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 03062023A to open seven new bank accounts at American National Bank of Texas (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 03062023B for continued participation in Atmos Cities Steering Committee and per capita payment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 03062023C amending the General Election order (5-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 02/21/2023 (5-0)
• Tabled speed bumps on Angelina Dr. and Rio Grande Dr. pending HOA input

City Council

City Council approved a site plan for a storage shed at 111 S. 4th Street and a Joint Election Contract for services. The council also approved a revised agreement with American National Bank of Texas and a resolution supporting state funding for broadband infrastructure.

• Approved site plan for storage shed at 111 S. 4th Street with setback and color stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Joint Election Contract for Joint Election Services subject to City Attorney approval (5-0)
• Approved revised agreement with American National Bank of Texas (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 02212023 supporting state funding of broadband infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes from 02/06/2023 (4-1)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold two public hearings on the voluntary annexation of W. Trunk Street (CR 4124) and its right-of-way, then consider resolutions ordering the May 6, 2023 general election, applying for grants for body-worn cameras and rifle-resistant body armor, updating the water CCN decertification map, approving an interlocal road maintenance agreement with Kaufman County, moving two meeting dates due to holidays, and accepting a water rate study MOU and an audit engagement letter.

• Public hearings on voluntary annexation of W. Trunk Street aka CR 4124 and associated right-of-way
• Resolution ordering General Election on May 6, 2023
• Grant requests for body-worn cameras and rifle-resistant body armor
• Interlocal Agreement with Kaufman County for road maintenance and repairs
• Accepting audit engagement letter for FY22 annual financial audit

City Council approved a general election date and several grant resolutions for police equipment. The council also authorized an interlocal agreement with Kaufman County for road maintenance and a water rate study with the Texas Rural Water Association.

• Approved General Election to be held on May 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved grant for Body-worn camera (4-0)
• Approved grant for Rifle Resistant Body Armor (4-0)
• Approved updating the map for water CCN decertification of certain territory (4-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Kaufman County for road maintenance (4-0)
• Approved moving June 19 and September 4 meetings to June 20 and September 5 (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Texas Rural Water Association for water rate study (4-0)
• Approved audit engagement letter from Scott, Singleton, Fincher and Company, P.C. for FY22 audit (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council and Economic Development Corporation are meeting jointly for a workshop to discuss vision and planning. The agenda includes only this discussion item, along with routine opening procedures and citizen comments. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Joint workshop of City Council and Economic Development Corporation
• Discussion of City Council/EDC Vision and Planning
• Citizen comments allowed (3 minutes per speaker, 5 minutes during public hearings)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting impact fees for water and wastewater facilities, and a zoning change for the Cotton Gin Station property at 1500 E. Hwy 175. The council will also consider a contract with Kaufman County for tax collections, appoint a Planning and Zoning Commission member, and discuss the city logo and emergency preparedness plan.

• Public hearing and Ordinance No. 011723 for water and wastewater impact fees
• Rezoning of 4.456 acres at 1500 E. Hwy 175 from highway business to planned development for convenience store, restaurant, and car wash (Ordinance No. 011723B)
• Resolution No. 011723A for Texas SmartBuy Membership Program
• Contract with Kaufman County Tax Assessor for tax collections
• Appointment of Patricia Branson to Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council approved a zoning change for a 4.456-acre site to allow for a convenience store, restaurant, and car wash. The council also adopted water and wastewater impact fees and joined the Texas SmartBuy Membership Program.

• Approved rezoning of 1500 E. Hwy 175 to Planned Development for Cotton Gin Station (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 011723 for water and wastewater impact fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 011723A for Texas SmartBuy Membership Program (5-0)
• Appointed Patricia Branson to the Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved contract with Kaufman County Tax Assessor for tax collections (5-0)
• Approved City Council minutes from 01/03/2023 (5-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council is meeting to consider several routine and administrative items, including approving minutes, authorizing the city secretary to sign depository accounts, and appointing an interim city manager. The most consequential item is a resolution to accept a request from Kaufman County to annex W. Trunk Street (CR 4124), which would set public hearing dates and direct staff to prepare a service plan. No other major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 01032023A: Accept annexation request for W. Trunk Street (CR 4124) from Kaufman County; set public hearing dates and prepare service plan
• Resolution No. 01032023: Authorize City Secretary to sign city depository accounts
• Contract appointing Interim City Manager
• Approval of City Council minutes from 12/05/2022 and 12/12/2022

City Council approved a contract to appoint an Interim City Manager following an executive session. The council also authorized the City Secretary to sign depository accounts and initiated the annexation process for W. Trunk Street.

• Approved contract appointing the Interim City Manager (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 01032023 authorizing City Secretary to sign depository accounts (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 01032023A accepting annexation request from Kaufman County for W. Trunk Street (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 12/05/2022 and 12/12/2022 (5-0)
• Voted to place review of Emergency Management Plan on the next agenda