Crandall public meetings in 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a request for lot depth, front yard, and rear yard setback variances. The request concerns a single-family lot and residence at 310 College Street.

• Public hearing and action on setback variances for 310 College Street (Kaufman CAD ID 31984) requested by Glenn Rathmell

The Crandall Board of Adjustment unanimously denied a request for lot depth, front yard, and rear yard setback variances for a single-family lot at 310 College Street. The public hearing had no speakers. The board also approved the minutes from its October 21, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of 10/21/2024 (5-0)
• Denied lot depth, front yard, and rear yard setback variances for 310 College Street (5-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on amending the Unified Development Code to add Esthetician/Microblading as a permitted use in the Highway Business district. The council will also consider a site plan for a new dentist office at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175 and discuss a plan of finance for issuing Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, for utility fund infrastructure. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on RiverRidge Public Improvement District bonds and a potential extension of the BlackJack Disposal contract.

• Public hearing and ordinance to add Esthetician/Microblading as a permitted use in the Highway Business zoning district
• Site plan approval for Crandall Dentist at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175
• Plan of finance to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, for utility fund infrastructure
• Discussion on RiverRidge Public Improvement District, Improvement Area No. 2 Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• BlackJack Disposal contract extension and terms

The Crandall City Council approved an ordinance adding esthetician/microblading as a permitted use in the Highway Business zoning district, but only as a Specific Use Permit. They also approved a site plan for a new dentist office, approved a plan of finance for utility infrastructure bonds, and tabled the BlackJack Disposal contract discussion until January 21, 2025. No action was taken on the RiverRidge Public Improvement District bonds.

• Approved consent agenda including 11/18/2024 minutes and line-item transfers (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 12162024 adding esthetician/microblading as Specific Use Permit in Highway Business district (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Crandall Dentist at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175 (5-0)
• Approved Plan of Finance for Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, for Utility Fund Infrastructure (5-0)
• Tabled BlackJack Disposal contract discussion until January 21, 2025 (5-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will review its investment policy and a debt model presentation. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations with specific business prospects.

• Review of CEDC Investment Policy
• Debt Model Presentation
• Executive session regarding Project HOT and MD Commercial Group
• Executive session regarding real property negotiations
• Personnel deliberation regarding Administrative Assistant position

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to amend the Unified Development Code to add esthetician/microblading as a permitted use in the Highway Business zoning district. They will also consider a site plan for a new dentist office at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October 8, 2024.

• Public hearing on UDC amendment to add esthetician/microblading as permitted use in Highway Business district
• Consideration and recommendation on the same UDC amendment
• Site plan approval for Crandall Dentist office at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175 on 0.41 acres
• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a site plan for a dentist office at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175 and recommended approval of a UDC amendment to add esthetician/microblading as a permitted use in the Highway Business zoning district. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved October 8, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved site plan for Crandall Dentist office at 1009 U.S. Hwy 175 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of UDC amendment to add esthetician/microblading as permitted use in Highway Business district (4-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall EDC will receive a debt model presentation from Hilltop Securities and discuss the need for a future strategic plan. The board will then enter closed session to deliberate real property and economic development negotiations for three projects—Cox, HOT, and Hampton—as well as a board member application. No decisions are listed on the open agenda.

• Debt model presentation by Jim Sabonis of Hilltop Securities
• Closed session under Section 551.072 for economic development negotiations: Project Cox, Project HOT, Project Hampton
• Closed session under Section 551.072 for real property negotiations
• General discussion on the need for a future strategic plan activity
• Closed session under Section 551.074 to deliberate a Board of Director member application

City Council

The City Council will consider funding for a multiyear utility capital improvement plan and the FY23 audit. Members will also review CDBG grant applications and discuss potential regulations regarding the invasive use of drones and security cameras on residential property.

• Funding of Multiyear Utility Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of FY23 audit
• Resolution No. 11182024: Administration contract for 2025/2026 CDBG-CD grant
• Resolution No. 11182024A: CDBG grant submission to Texas Department of Agriculture
• Discussion on regulating security cameras and drones toward residential property

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Crandall Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and vote on two variance requests: a garage variance for a property at 114 Fairway Lane and a setback variance for a carport at 206 North 4th Street. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on garage variance for Rhonda Oakley at 114 Fairway Lane (Kaufman CAD ID 22055)
• Consider and act on garage variance for Rhonda Oakley at 114 Fairway Lane
• Public hearing on setback variance for carport for Ricardo Morales at 206 North 4th Street (Kaufman CAD ID 21663)
• Consider and act on setback variance for carport for Ricardo Morales at 206 North 4th Street
• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2024

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change from Agriculture to Light Industrial, along with a Specific Use Permit for a welding shop and 18-wheeler parking at 506 Lone Star Dr. The Council will also vote on a wastewater treatment plant upgrade agreement, a tiered water rate ordinance, and capital expenditures for streetlights and building renovations.

• Public hearing and action on zoning change from Agriculture to Light Industrial with SUP for welding shop and 18-wheeler parking at 506 Lone Star Dr.
• Consider and act on a Professional Services Agreement with Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter for wastewater treatment plant upgrades.
• Consider and act on Ordinance No. 10212024A establishing tiered water rates and water conservation compliance fees.
• Consider and act on capital expenditures for streetlights and 116 Main St. renovations.
• Executive session to discuss economic development incentives for RiverRidge North and Project Launch.

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Crandall Economic Development Corporation scheduled for October 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will consider approving a resolution for the Project Launch incentive agreement. The board will also introduce an interim director and discuss economic development priorities. A closed session is scheduled to deliberate on business prospects and personnel matters.

• Resolution no. 10012024 to support Project Launch incentive agreement
• Executive session regarding Project 148 Bypass, Project Rex, and Project Illness
• Introduction of Interim CEDC Director
• Deliberation on Board of Directors member application
• Setting a new regular Board of Directors monthly recurring meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will decide on a preliminary plat for Eastland Phase 5, an 83-acre residential development by Lennar Homes. They will also hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change from Agriculture to Light Industrial with a Specific Use Permit for a welding shop and 18-wheeler parking at 506 Lone Star Dr. Additional items include approving meeting minutes and rescheduling the November 2025 meeting.

• Preliminary plat for Eastland Phase 5 – 83.066 acres at SE corner of FM 741 and CR 269 (ETJ)
• Public hearing to rezone 506 Lone Star Dr. from Agriculture to Light Industrial
• Specific Use Permit to allow welding shop and 18-wheeler parking at 506 Lone Star Dr.
• Approval of August 13, 2024, Planning & Zoning minutes
• Move November 11, 2025, meeting to November 10 due to holiday

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will consider a plan to transition to a new EDC Director, including a job posting and administrative support from city staff. The board will also vote on renewing three board member terms (Jon Capps, JJ Moore, Cortney Heinisch) and on a qualification status change for Mike Roberts. Additionally, the board will discuss and act on an Administrative Services Agreement with the City of Crandall for FY25.

• Discuss and act on EDC Director transition plan and job posting.
• Board member renewals for Jon Capps (Place 4), JJ Moore (Place 6), and Cortney Heinisch (Place 2).
• Qualification status change for board member Mike Roberts.
• Administrative Services Agreement with the City of Crandall for FY25.
• Executive session under Texas 551.087 for 'Project Launch' (commercial/financial incentive discussions).

City Council

The Crandall City Council will vote on several items including interlocal agreements for peace officer services with multiple municipal utility districts, a planned development (Trinity Meadows), a renovation contract for 116 South Main Street, and ordinances setting the Economic Development Corporation budget and council meeting rules. The council will also consider adopting tiered water rates and receive updates on road and drainage projects.

• Consider tiered water rates
• Consider contract with Cutting Edge Contractors for 116 South Main Street renovations
• Consider peace officer service agreements with Kaufman County Fresh Water Supply Districts and MUDs 9, 10, 11, 12, 14
• Consider Trinity Meadows Planned Development
• Consider Ordinance approving Crandall EDC budget for FY 2024-2025

The Crandall City Council approved a contract with Cutting Edge Contractors for the 116 South Main Street renovations, approved the Economic Development Corporation budget for FY 2024-25, and tabled the MD Health Pathways Contract. The council also directed the City Manager to negotiate with the Trinity Meadows HOA to resolve fence issues and to draft a tiered water rate ordinance.

• Approved Cutting Edge Contractors RFP for 116 South Main Street renovations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 09162024 for EDC FY 2024-25 budget (5-0)
• Tabled MD Health Pathways Contract (5-0)
• Approved remaining consent agenda items (5-0)
• Instructed City Manager to negotiate with Trinity Meadows HOA on fence issues (5-0)
• Approved Bank Depository Agreement with American National Bank of Texas (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 09162024A adding 'Blouses' to code of conduct (5-0)
• Approved moving January 20 and February 17, 2025 council meetings to Jan 21 and Feb 18 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024, has been canceled.

City Council

The Crandall City Council will consider adopting the FY2025 budget (Ordinance No. 08192024B) and hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024 tax rate of $0.65 per $100 valuation before voting on the tax levy ordinance. They will also discuss tiered water rates and receive updates on road and drainage projects, development, police activity, and fire department events. Action items include consent agenda approval of minutes and line-item transfers.

• Consider and act on Ordinance No. 08192024B approving the FY2025 budget (Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025)
• Public hearing and vote on 2024 tax rate of $0.6500 per $100 assessed valuation (Ordinance No. 09032024)
• Discuss and provide direction on tiered water rates
• Consent agenda: approval of August 19, 2024 minutes and line-item transfers
• Updates from TxDOT, Police Officer Association, and Crandall Volunteer Fire Department (Battle of the Badges)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve its budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board will also hold executive sessions regarding Project Parthenon and personnel matters concerning Casey Bingham.

• Approval of CEDC Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Executive Session regarding Project Parthenon
• Executive Session regarding personnel Casey Bingham
• Director's report items: mowers and water line for EDC property
• Update on Survey and Feasibility Study

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY2024-2025 budget, which increases property tax revenue by $310,604 (10.8%) over last year. The council will also vote on a final plat for Arbors at Eastland Phase 1 (125.21 acres), adopt updated building codes with local amendments, and approve a negotiated rate settlement with Atmos Energy. A resolution to change regular meeting times from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM will also be considered.

• Public hearing and vote on FY2024-2025 budget (property tax revenue up $310,604, 10.8% increase)
• Consider final plat for Arbors at Eastland Phase 1 (125.21 acres, Lennar Homes) at FM 741 and CR 269
• Ordinance adopting 2021 International Codes and 2023 National Electric Code with local amendments and fees
• Ordinance approving Atmos Cities Steering Committee rate settlement with Atmos Energy
• Resolution to change regular council meeting time from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

The Crandall City Council approved the FY2024-2025 operating budget, which raises property tax revenue by $310,604 (10.8% increase) from the prior year. The council also approved a final plat for Arbors at Eastland Phase 1, adopted updated building codes, approved a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy, and approved the North Lift Station project. A resolution to change council meeting times was tabled, with a request for a future ordinance to move to monthly meetings at 7 p.m.

• Approved FY2024-2025 budget (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Arbors at Eastland Phase 1 (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 08192024 updating building codes (3-0)
• Approved Atmos Energy rate settlement (3-0)
• Approved North Lift Station project and funding (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and line-item transfers (3-0)
• Tabled resolution to change meeting time to 7 p.m.; requested ordinance for monthly meetings

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting and budget workshop. The board will receive a director's report on the comprehensive plan and review the June 2024 financial report. They will then conduct a budget workshop and adjourn into executive session to discuss a potential project launch and personnel matters related to Executive Director Casey Bingham. Any action from executive session will be taken afterward.

• Director's report on Comprehensive Plan
• Financial report for June 2024
• CEDC Budget Workshop
• Executive session under 551.087 – Project Launch (potential incentive or commercial/financial info from a business prospect)
• Executive session under 551.074 – Personnel (Casey Bingham)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and consider requests for the approval of three final plats. These requests involve land for the Arbors At Eastland and Crane Crossing developments.

• Final plat for Arbors At Eastland Phase 1 (125.210 acres) requested by Lennar Homes Of Texas Land And Construction, LTD
• Final plat for Crane Crossing Phase 1 (69.549 acres) requested by Dasson's Forney 208, LP
• Final plat for Crane Crossing Phase 2 (148.360 acres) requested by Dasson's Forney 208, LP

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved final plats for Arbors at Eastland Phase 1 (125.210 acres) and Crane Crossing Phases 1 and 2 (69.549 and 148.360 acres), all by 5-0 votes. The Crane Crossing Phase 2 approval includes a condition that the plat be recorded only after all public infrastructure is complete and inspected. A citizen expressed concerns about potential rental properties in Crane Crossing, but the City Manager stated the city has not been notified of such plans.

• Approved final plat for Arbors at Eastland Phase 1 (125.210 acres) (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Crane Crossing Phase 1 (69.549 acres) (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Crane Crossing Phase 2 (148.360 acres) with condition to record after infrastructure completion (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 11, 2024 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY2024-2025 budget and consider a proposed total property tax rate of 0.65. The meeting includes a public hearing on building code amendments and updates on local development and infrastructure.

• Proposed property tax rate of 0.65 (0.54 M&O and 0.11 I&S) for FY2024-2025
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F450 super duty truck and utility bed for $69,370
• Public hearing on proposed local amendments to 2021 International, Residential and Building Codes
• Bureau Veritas Contract Amendment for fire code permits, plan review, and inspections
• Update on US 175 eastbound service road at FM148

The City Council approved a proposed property tax rate of $0.65 per $100 valuation (M&O $0.54, I&S $0.11) for FY2024-2025, with a public hearing and vote scheduled for September 3, 2024. The council also approved the consent agenda, a Bureau Veritas contract amendment, and MD Health Pathways (4-1). No action was taken following executive session.

• Approved proposed FY2024-2025 tax rate of $0.65 per $100 valuation (5-0), with public hearing set for Sept 3, 2024
• Approved consent agenda including $69,370 purchase of 2024 Ford F450 truck (5-0)
• Approved Bureau Veritas contract amendment for fire code permits and inspections (5-0)
• Approved MD Health Pathways (4-1, Vaughan opposed)
• No action taken on executive session items (RiverRidge North, Project Launch, charter adoption)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hear a presentation on a Survey Feasibility Study and hold executive sessions to negotiate incentives for two confidential projects (Project 20240701 and Project Blue Star). The board will also review the Director's Report covering the budget workshop, retail and industrial panels, and engagement with Rizos Property, along with financial reports for May and June. Possible action may be taken after the closed sessions.

• Presentation on Survey Feasibility Study
• Executive session for economic development negotiations – Project 20240701
• Executive session for economic development negotiations – Project Blue Star
• Director’s Report: budget workshop, France Media Retail Panel, BizNow Industrial Panel, engagement with Rizos Property, audit
• Financial reports for May and June

City Council

The Crandall City Council will consider several ordinances and reports, including updates to public improvement district service plans, amendments to building and fee regulations, and a noise ordinance amendment. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a $18,800 concrete work purchase for the wastewater plant. Council will also discuss the FY2025 budget and receive a report on the Police Officer Association. Items on the agenda are under discussion or decision; the budget item is a report seeking direction.

• Consent agenda: approval of $18,800 purchase from B&B Concrete Sawing for wastewater plant concrete work
• Ordinance 07152024: approve 2024-2025 service plan update for RiverRidge Public Improvement District
• Ordinance 07152024A: approve 2024-2025 service plan update for Cartwright Ranch Public Improvement District
• Ordinance 07152024B: amend fee schedules, permitting fees, and registration requirements for plumbers and electricians
• Ordinance 06032024: amendment to Chapter 8 'Offenses and Nuisances' Article 8.03 'Noise'

Planning & Zoning Commission

The City of Crandall Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, was canceled. No items were presented for discussion or decision at this time.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY2024-2025 Budget and receive input on the Heartland 2-acre land. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend Municipal Court security fees and adopt a new investment policy. Staff updates are scheduled regarding retail development and the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Ordinance No. 07012024 amending Municipal Court Building Security Fund fees
• Resolution No. 07012024A adopting the City Investment Policy
• Discussion of the FY2024-2025 Budget
• Appointments for three Planning and Zoning Commission positions
• Non-disclosure agreement for Project #20240701

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a budget workshop on June 26, 2024. The meeting is focused on the discussion of the FY 2024-25 budget.

• Discussion of the FY 2024-25 budget

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. The meeting consists of procedural items and budget deliberations.

• Discussion of the FY2024-2025 budget

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for June 17, 2024, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission will review several land development requests. This includes a preliminary plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 5 and plat approvals for the Acosta Addition.

• Preliminary plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 5 (70.142 acres)
• Preliminary plat for Acosta Addition at 310 W. Trunk Street
• Final plat for Acosta Addition at 310 W. Trunk Street

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a noise ordinance amendment, a home rule step, and a proclamation. The council will also discuss the FY2024-2025 budget, receive an update on storm sirens, and hear from the North Texas Municipal Water District on water conservation. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the Deputy City Manager position.

• Consider Ordinance No. 06032024 amending Chapter 8 'Offenses and Nuisances', Article 8.03 'Noise'
• Discuss and consider the FY2024-2025 budget
• Consider and act on home rule steps
• Administer Oath of Office to Councilmember Scott Rogers
• Discuss and receive input from North Texas Municipal Water District on water conservation

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing and votes on a zoning change at 307 E. Trunk Street, a final plat for O'Reilly Crandall Addition, a water supply contract amendment, and a construction agreement for the FM 741 Pump Station. The council will also discuss the FY2024-2025 budget calendar, contractor regulations, and paving/drainage recommendations for 4th and Main Streets.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 0.25-acre at 307 E. Trunk Street from SF-6.5 to Old Town Crandall District
• Final plat approval for O'Reilly Crandall Addition (0.9956 acres) on west side of FM 148, north of US Hwy 175
• Second Amendment to potable Water Supply Contract with North Texas Municipal Water District
• Construction Agreement with Felix Construction Company for FM 741 Pump Station
• Discussion on 4th Street and Main Street Paving and Drainage Engineering recommendations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for 307 E. Trunk Street from Single Family Residential-6.5 to Old Town Crandall District. They will also discuss and consider final plat approval for the O'Reilly Crandall Addition and both preliminary and final plats for Signature Storage. The meeting includes routine items like citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing and consideration of zoning change from SF-6.5 to OTC for 307 E. Trunk Street (approx. 0.25 acre, Lots 10-12, Block 13, Original Town of Crandall)
• Final plat for O'Reilly Crandall Addition (0.9956 acres, west side of FM 148, 1/8 mile north of US Hwy 175)
• Preliminary plat for Signature Storage (11.827 acres, 550 N. FM 148, in ETJ)
• Final plat for Signature Storage (11.827 acres, 550 N. FM 148, in ETJ)
• Approval of March 12, 2024 minutes

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 6, 2024, covering routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments, plus updates on the 116 S. Main St. building, the Comprehensive Plan, and the FY2024-2025 budget. The council will consider several action items, including adopting an updated Water Conservation Plan and Drought Contingency Plan, approving a reimbursement agreement with Lennar Homes for the Arbors Public Improvement District, and approving agreements for the FM 741 pump station construction for the Arbors of Eastland development. Also on the agenda is a waiver request for plat extensions for the EagleCrest project.

• Ordinance No. 05062024 adopting updated Water Conservation Plan, Drought Contingency Plan, and Emergency Response Plan
• Resolution No. 05062024A approving Reimbursement Agreement with Lennar Homes for Arbors Public Improvement District
• Waiver of subdivision ordinance requirements for plat extensions for EagleCrest project
• Escrow Agreement with Lennar Homes for FM 741 pump station construction for Arbors of Eastland
• General Construction Services Agreement with Felix Construction Company for FM 741 pump station

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider contracting a brokerage firm to represent the EDC, and will enter executive session to discuss a real property proposal for EDC-owned property. The agenda also includes routine items such as the director's report, financial report, and approval of minutes.

• Discuss and consider contracting a brokerage firm to represent the Crandall EDC
• Executive session on real property proposal for EDC property (Texas Open Meetings Act 551.072)
• Director's report includes updates on IC SC, new city offices, audit, and budget calendar
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding its regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including an updated water conservation plan, drought contingency plan, and emergency response plan. They will also receive updates on the building at 116 S. Main St., the Capital Improvement Plan, and building permits and inspections. The council will consider soliciting applicants for the Planning & Zoning Commission and will enter executive session to discuss an ETJ removal petition for 12442 Falcon Rd.

• Ordinance No. 04152024 adopting updated water conservation, drought contingency, and emergency response plans
• Update on emergency response during the Bluff View fire
• Solicitation of applicants for Planning & Zoning Commission
• Executive session on ETJ removal petition for 12442 Falcon Rd.
• Approval of City Council minutes from 04/01/2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The City of Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 1, 2024. The main items are approving a budget amendment for the current fiscal year, authorizing a paving services agreement with HI-TEK Paving, LLC, and an engineering services agreement with Birkhoff, Hendricks, & Carter, L.L.P. The council will also discuss wastewater treatment plant repairs, a WiFive agreement renewal, and other routine matters.

• Ordinance No. 04012024B — amending the annual budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2024
• Resolution No. 04012024 — paving services agreement with HI-TEK Paving, LLC
• Resolution No. 04012024A — engineering services agreement with Birkhoff, Hendricks, & Carter, L.L.P.
• Repairs to the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Renewal of WiFive Agreement

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially contract a brokerage firm to represent the EDC, review an appraisal report of its properties, and discuss strategy. The board will also hear reports from the director and city manager, and consider using a city employee for RFP templates.

• Discussion and consideration of contracting a brokerage firm to represent the Crandall EDC
• Presentation on appraisal report of EDC properties
• Discussion on use of city employee for RFP templates
• Director's report includes tour of Crandall from Dallas Regional Chamber and Comptroller Report and Audit
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2024

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a revised site plan for the Cottages at RiverRidge, authorizing the city manager to negotiate a master services agreement with a law firm, and approving a consulting agreement for a comprehensive plan. The council will also consider a resolution to purchase property at 116 Main Street and discuss establishing a Crandall Housing Authority. Citizen comments are allowed, and the meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and updates from staff.

• Revised site plan for Cottages at RiverRidge (18.923 acres, north of US Hwy 175, east of FM 741)
• Resolution No. 03182024 to purchase real property at 116 Main Street
• Master Services Agreement negotiation with Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter, L.L.P.
• Consulting services agreement with Kimley-Horn for Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on establishing a Crandall Housing Authority

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approval of a revised site plan for The Cottages at RiverRidge, a final plat for Eastland Phase 3B, a re-plat for Heartland Phase 21, and a final plat for Heartland Phase 24. These are the main items on the agenda, along with citizen comments and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Revised site plan for The Cottages at RiverRidge (18.923 acres, north of US Hwy 175, east of FM 741)
• Final plat for Eastland Phase 3B (69.781 acres, 0.4 miles SE of FM 741 and CR 260)
• Re-plat for Heartland Phase 21 (1.086 acres, NE of Kraft Road and FM 2757)
• Final plat for Heartland Phase 24 (21.548 acres, SE corner of Kraft Road and FM 2757)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a site plan for an O'Reilly Auto Parts store, amending the animal control ordinance regarding keeping fowl, and canceling the May 2024 general election due to unopposed candidates. The council will also consider a public hearing and ordinance to rename a portion of CR 269 to Lone Star Road, approve a wholesale wastewater services agreement with Mesquite, and discuss entering executive session for real property and legal matters.

• Site Plan for O'Reilly Auto Parts on ~1.04 acres north of FM 148 and east of US Highway 175
• Ordinance 02202024 amending Section 2.04.001 'Keeping Fowl' to change location rules
• Ordinance 03042024 canceling May 4, 2024 General Election (unopposed candidates)
• Public hearing and Ordinance 03042024A to rename CR 269 to Lone Star Road (US Hwy 175 to Sunrise Blvd)
• Wholesale Wastewater Services Agreement with City of Mesquite

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with citizen comments, announcements, and city manager updates. The main business includes a consent agenda, a site plan for O'Reilly Auto Parts, an ordinance amending fowl-keeping rules, two resolutions (audit services and Atmos Cities Steering Committee membership), and a discussion on monetary assistance to utility customers.

• Site plan for O'Reilly Auto Parts on 1.04 acres north of FM 148 and east of US Highway 175
• Ordinance No. 02202024 amending Section 2.04.001 'Keeping Fowl' to change where fowl may be kept
• Resolution No. 02202024A approving audit services agreement with Scott, Singleton, Fincher and Company, P.C. for FY2023
• Resolution No. 02202024B authorizing membership in Atmos Cities Steering Committee with per-capita payment of five cents
• Discussion on providing monetary assistance to utility customers

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several development requests, including a preliminary plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 8, a master plan and preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays, and site plan and preliminary plat for O'Reilly Auto Parts. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and citizen comments.

• Preliminary plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 8 (58.293 acres, southeast of Sunrise Blvd and FM 741)
• Master plan for Cartwright Mays Phases 1, 2 & 3 (100.08 acres, north of CR 261 and N. FM 148)
• Preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays Phase 1 (27.16 acres)
• Site plan for O'Reilly Auto Parts (1.04 acres, north of FM 148 and east of US Highway 175)
• Preliminary plat for O'Reilly Crandall Addition (0.9956 acres)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider an incentive application from F2 Investment LLC, adopt a fund balance policy, and authorize officers to sign checks. The board will also hear a presentation from the Kaufman County TxDOT engineer and consider purchasing tablets for board use. The meeting includes an executive session for project updates under Texas Open Meetings Act 551.087.

• Incentive application from F2 Investment LLC
• Resolution 02132024-02 authorizing officers to sign and endorse checks
• Resolution 02132024-03 adopting a fund balance policy
• Purchase of tablets for EDC Board meetings
• Presentation by Lane Selman, Kaufman County TxDOT Engineer

City Council

The Crandall City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its regular meeting, including ordering a May 2024 general election, approving contracts for a comprehensive plan and road paving, authorizing a $500,000 certificate of deposit purchase, and updating alcoholic beverage permit fees. The council will also receive updates from the city manager on permit projections, a workshop, and police activity, and may enter executive session for legal and property matters.

• Resolution No. 02052024 ordering a May 4, 2024 general election for three council seats
• Resolution No. 02052024G authorizing a contract with Kaufman County to conduct the election
• Resolution No. 02052024A approving Kimley-Horn bid for Comprehensive Plan development
• Resolution No. 02052024B approving HI-TEK Paving Services bid for road paving and repairs
• Resolution No. 02052024C authorizing $500,000 from General Fund for a 9-month CD at American National Bank of Texas

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Crandall City Council. The agenda is primarily informational, with updates from the Interim City Manager on several ongoing projects, including a survey, signage, street paving, and the Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Update on MD Health Pathways survey for utility customers
• Proposed signage for the Cotton Gin
• Results of RFP for street paving and repairs
• Comprehensive Plan responses and next steps

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation board will meet to discuss and potentially approve several items, including appointing officers, purchasing tablets, transferring Type B funds to a TexStar account, and an incentive application from F2 Investment LLC. The board will also hear reports from the director and city manager.

• Resolution No. 08152023-5 approving transfer of Type B funds to TexStar account
• Incentive application from F2 Investment LLC
• Purchase of tablets for EDC Board meetings
• Appointment of Crandall EDC Board Officers
• Director's report on EDC Maps, Comprehensive Plan Selection, Appraisal for EDC Assets, Project Edison

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting with updates from staff and the interim city manager, including the MD Health Pathways survey, Cotton Gin signage, street paving RFP results, and FY24 Q1 finances. Action items include approving a preliminary plat and site plan for the RiverRidge South development, an interlocal road maintenance agreement with Kaufman County, a 2024 capital improvement financing plan, and an emergency preparedness plan. The council will also discuss a home rule ordinance and enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Preliminary Plat for RiverRidge South Addition Lot 1, Block A (16 acres, south of Hwy 175, east of Trinity Rd, north of Rio Grande Dr)
• Site Plan for Emerson South Apartments, Lot 1, Block A in RiverRidge South Addition (16 acres)
• Interlocal Agreement with Kaufman County for road maintenance labor
• Proposed plan of finance for 2024 Capital Improvement Program
• Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan approval

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several development requests, including a preliminary plat for RiverRidge South Addition Lot 1, a site plan for the Emerson South Apartments, and replats for Heartland phases. The meeting also includes citizen comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Preliminary plat for RiverRidge South Addition Lot 1, Block A (16.00 acres) south of Hwy 175, east of Trinity Rd, north of Rio Grande Dr
• Site plan for Emerson South Apartments, Lot 1, Block A (15.03 acres) in RiverRidge South Addition
• Replat for Heartland Phase 14A (0.913 acres) at Hometown Blvd and Kirby Lane
• Replat for Heartland Phase 20A (10.816 acres) at Hometown Blvd and S. Fletcher Road
• Minor plat for Heartland Commercial II (1.496 acres) at Hometown Blvd and FM 741

Board of Adjustment

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve the minutes from the December 18, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of Board of Adjustment Minutes: 12/18/2023

City Council

The Crandall City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including responses to a request for proposals for comprehensive planning services, a possible ordinance to restrict parking near cluster mailboxes, and the process for potentially calling an election on creating a home-rule charter commission. The council will also consider approving minutes, updating a Bureau Veritas agreement, and discussing development updates. The meeting includes an executive session on economic development (Project Edison).

• Discuss RFP responses for comprehensive planning services
• Consider Ordinance No. 01022024 to prohibit parking within 15 feet of cluster mailboxes
• Discuss process for calling an election on creating a home-rule charter commission
• Discuss/consider approval of City Council Minutes from 12/18/2023
• Executive session on economic development (Project Edison)