Crandall public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Crandall City Council will discuss creating a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and a zoning change, while also reviewing a contract for engineering services and the 2026 emergency preparedness plan.

• Public hearing on Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 6
• Zoning change request for property on East Trunk Street
• Awarding contract for engineering services
• Repainting or rehabilitating the water tower
• Approving the 2026 Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan

The council approved the creation of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #6 within city limits, establishing its boundaries and board. It also conditionally approved a zoning change for a 0.827‑acre site, approved an engineering services contract for the 2025‑2026 Community Development Block Grant program, and adopted the 2026 Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan. Additionally, the council cancelled the March 16, 2026 council meeting and approved several consent‑agenda items including removal of a former city manager as signatory and the minutes from December 1, 2025.

• Approved Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #6 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Conditionally approved zoning change for 0.827‑acre site (3‑1)
• Approved engineering services contract for 2025/2026 CDBG program (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved 2026 Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan (unanimous 4‑0)
• Cancelled the March 16, 2026 City Council meeting (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved removal of former City Manager Rob Evans as signatory (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved moving agenda item #18 before #9 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved City Council minutes dated 12/01/2025 (unanimous 4‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a request to change the zoning of a 0.827-acre parcel from Highway Business to Commercial. The parcel is identified as Kaufman CAD ID 15828 and is located on the southeast right-of-way line of East Trunk Street and 1175 Frontage Road within city limits. The commission will also review a preliminary plat for 26.8216 acres in the Samuel Gilliland Survey (Abstract No. 167) and a site plan for the JWS Dual Tenant Pad, 1.227 acres at the northwest corner of Spring Creek Blvd and Hwy 175. The agenda includes approval of the November 12, 2025 Planning & Zoning minutes.

• Zoning change request: Highway Business to Commercial for 0.827-acre parcel (Kaufman CAD ID 15828) at East Trunk St & 1175 Frontage Rd
• Preliminary plat approval for Lots 1-10, Block A and Lots 1-6, Block B (Crandall EDC), 26.8216 acres, Samuel Gilliland Survey, Abstract No. 167
• Site plan approval for JWS Dual Tenant Pad, 1.227 acres at NW corner of Spring Creek Blvd and Hwy 175
• Approval of Planning & Zoning minutes from 11/12/2025
• Citizen comment period (3 minutes per speaker, 5 minutes for public hearing)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the November 12 minutes (4‑0). It denied a zoning change from Highway Business to Commercial for the 0.827‑acre property (4‑0). It approved a preliminary plat for Lots 1‑10 Block A and Lots 1‑6 Block B (26.8216 acres) (4‑0) and approved a site plan for the JWS Dual Tenant Pad (1.227 acres) (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned (4‑0).

• Approved 11/12/2025 minutes (4-0)
• Denied zoning change HB→Comm for CAD ID 15828 (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Lots 1-10 Block A & Lots 1-6 Block B (4-0)
• Approved site plan for JWS Dual Tenant Pad (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Commission will approve the November 2025 financial report. The City Manager will report on a potential daycare at 615 N. Main St, the near‑completion design of the Mowry Project, and pre‑development meetings for O’Reilly and McDonald’s in the Heartland area. The commission will receive updates on the ESD sales‑tax issue, the Unified Development Code timeline, and TxDOT FM148 improvement discussions. An executive session will be held to deliberate Project Grand Slam, the Eaglecrest Grant update, and an annexation policy update.

• Approve CEDC November 2025 Financial Report
• Potential daycare at 615 N. Main St – special use permit pending
• Mowry Project design near completion; bid expected Jan/Feb
• Pre‑development meetings for O’Reilly and McDonald’s in Heartland area
• Executive session to discuss Project Grand Slam, Eaglecrest Grant, Annexation Policy

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a general election for three council member seats. The body will also discuss the Mowry Street Improvement project and the formation of a Public Safety Committee.

• Ordinance No. 01052026 to order a General City Election on May 2, 2026
• Zoning change application for 0.827 acres at East Trunk Street and 1175 frontage road
• Discussion on the Mowry Street Improvement project
• Proposed formation of a Public Safety Committee
• Executive session regarding Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Six and Project Grand Slam

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to create a 343-acre Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone along Highway 175. The body will also discuss funding for water tower rehabilitation and payments for fire department Air-Paks.

• Public hearing for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Six (approx. 343 acres along Highway 175)
• Ordinance No. 12012025A to designate Reinvestment Zone Number Six
• Agreement to assist Crandall Volunteer Fire Department with purchase of Air-Paks
• Discussion on funding for repainting or rehabilitation of the water tower
• Engagement letter with BrooksWatson & Co for FY2025 auditing services

The council approved the minutes of the November 17 meeting (4-1) and approved an engagement letter with BrooksWatson & Co for FY2025 audit services (5-0). A $50,000 payment to the Crandall Volunteer Fire Department was approved (5-0). The council also voted to table the water‑tower rehabilitation and the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone ordinance, and to continue the public hearing on the TIRZ, moving both items to Dec. 15, 2025 (each 5-0).

• Approved 11/17/2025 council minutes (4-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved engagement letter with BrooksWatson & Co for FY2025 audit (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 payment to volunteer fire department (5-0)
• Tabled water‑tower rehabilitation agenda item to next meeting (5-0)
• Tabled Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone ordinance to Dec. 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on TIRZ and moved it to Dec. 15, 2025 (5-0)

Board of Directors - Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4 Board will approve minutes from the May 15, 2023 and November 4, 2025 meetings. It will discuss and consider City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025D, which would authorize dedication of revenue from Reinvestment Zone #4. The agenda also includes other business before adjourning.

• Approval of Board of Directors minutes: 05/15/2023 & 11/04/2025
• Consideration of City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025D authorizing dedication of revenue from Reinvestment Zone #4
• Other business
• Adjournment

The board unanimously approved the minutes from 5/15/2023 and 11/4/2025. It then approved City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025D, which authorizes dedication of revenue from Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4. The meeting was adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

• Approved prior minutes (05/15/2023 & 11/04/2025) – unanimous 4-0
• Approved Resolution No. 11042025D authorizing dedication of revenue from Reinvestment Zone #4 – unanimous 4-0
• Adjourned meeting at 6:18 p.m. – unanimous 4-0

City Council

The Crandall City Council will discuss and possibly act on several resolutions and ordinances, including a proposal to hold a public hearing for a 343‑acre Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. Additional items include updates on the Mowry project, volunteer fire department equipment, and the finance director position, as well as routine consent agenda approvals. The meeting also includes discussions on revenue dedication for Reinvestment Zone Four and the issuance of special assessment revenue bonds for the Arbors Public Improvement District.

• Approve City Council minutes from 11/04/2025 (Consent Agenda)
• Resolution No. 11172025 – public hearing for a 343‑acre Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
• Resolution No. 11172025A – dedicate revenue to reimburse costs for Reinvestment Zone Four
• Ordinance No. 11172025B – update to the Arbors Public Improvement District Service and Assessment Plan
• Ordinance No. 11172025C – authorize issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds Series 2025 for Arbors Public Improvement District Improvement Area #1

The council unanimously approved a public hearing to establish a 343‑acre Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone within Crandall. It also approved the dedication of revenue for Reinvestment Zone 4 and authorized special assessment revenue bonds for the Arbors Public Improvement District. All related resolutions and ordinances were adopted with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 11172025 creating a 343‑acre Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11172025A authorizing dedication of revenue for Reinvestment Zone 4 (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 11172025B updating the Arbors Public Improvement District Service and Assessment Plan (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 11172025C authorizing issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 for the Arbors district (4‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda minutes from 11/04/2025 (4‑0)
• Motion to table water‑tower repainting funding until quotes are received (4‑0)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (4‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes from its October 14, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss and possibly act on a request from Winkelmann & Associates to approve a preliminary plat for a new Kroger store on 15.386 acres at Crandall Lots 1, Block A, which is part of the Eastland Phase 5‑8 development approved in September 2025. Public comments are permitted before each agenda item.

• Approve Planning & Zoning minutes from 10/14/2025
• Review request for preliminary plat for new Kroger store on Crandall Lots 1, Block A (15.386 acres) as part of Eastland Phase 5‑8

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the preliminary plat for a new Kroger store on 15.386 acres at Crandall Lots 1, Block A, with a 6‑0 vote. The commission adjourned the meeting at 4:10 p.m. by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved 10/14/2025 Planning & Zoning minutes (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for new Kroger store, 15.386 acres (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:10 pm (6-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will consider and approve the CEDC October 2025 Financial Report. The board will act to remove former City Manager Robert Evans from two EDC checking accounts (ending in 3256 and 1655). The board will ratify a professional services agreement with Pettit & Ayala Consulting for the creation of TIRZ #6 and will hold a closed executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for Project Grand Slam and Project 148N.

• Approve CEDC October 2025 Financial Report
• Remove former City Manager Robert Evans from EDC checking accounts ending in 3256 and 1655
• Ratify professional services agreement with Pettit & Ayala Consulting for TIRZ #6 creation
• Executive session to discuss Project Grand Slam and Project 148N economic development negotiations

Board of Directors - Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone

The Crandall Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #5 Board of Directors will meet on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Court Chambers at 104 E Trunk St. The agenda calls for discussion and consideration of City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025, which contains the final project and financing plan for TIRZ #5. The meeting also includes other business and may be recessed into executive session as permitted by state law.

• Discuss and consider approval of City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025 – final project and financing plan for TIRZ #5
• Other business

The Board of Directors approved City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025, which outlines the final project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #5. The motion was carried unanimously with a 5-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 5-0 vote. No other business was discussed.

• Approved City of Crandall Resolution No. 11042025, final project and financing plan for TIRZ #5 (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (5-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a resolution to appoint a member to the Kaufman Central Appraisal District board, an ordinance to change the regular council meeting day to Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., and an ordinance to approve a Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Zone Number Five. The meeting also includes a consent agenda to approve the minutes from 10/20/2025 and multiple executive‑session sessions covering economic development, a sewer force‑main project, pending litigation, and personnel matters for the City Manager and Public Works Director.

• Approve City Council minutes from 10/20/2025 (consent agenda)
• Resolution No. 11042025A – appoint a member to the Board of Directors of Kaufman Central Appraisal District
• Ordinance No. 11042025B – change regular council meetings to Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
• Ordinance No. 11042025C – approve Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Zone 5
• Executive session topics: economic development, sewer force‑main project, pending litigation, and personnel matters for City Manager & Public Works Director

The council approved the project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 5 with a unanimous vote. It also approved the prior meeting minutes and nominated Danny Kirbie to the Kaufman Central Appraisal District board. The council kept the existing regular‑meeting schedule and adjourned to and from executive session, ending the meeting unanimously.

• Approved City Council Minutes 10/20/2025 (5-0)
• Approved nomination of Danny Kirbie to Kaufman Central Appraisal District board (4-1)
• Retained existing regular‑meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 5 project and financing plan (5-0)
• Adjourned into executive session at 7:11 p.m. (5-0)
• Adjourned from executive session at 9:04 p.m. (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:04 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will consider several items, including approval of recent meeting minutes and updates from staff. Council members will discuss a revised land study for Eastland Commercial Phases 5‑8 requested by Lennar Homes of Texas Land & Construction, LTD. A public hearing will be held on a proposed Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone covering about 105.82 acres, followed by discussion of Ordinance No. 10202025 that would establish the zone and a Tax Increment Fund. The council will also consider a possible update to the Unified Development Code with funding up to $180,000.

• Approve City Council minutes for 10/06/2025 and 10/11/2025 (consent agenda)
• Discuss revised Land Study for Eastland Commercial Phases 5‑8 (240.617 acres) requested by Lennar Homes of Texas Land & Construction, LTD
• Public hearing on creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (~105.82 acres) within city limits
• Consider Ordinance No. 10202025 designating Reinvestment Zone Number Five and establishing a Tax Increment Fund
• Discuss Unified Development Code update with possible grant or municipal funding not to exceed $180,000

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 10202025, establishing Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #5 within city limits. It also approved a revised land study for Eastland Commercial Phases 5‑8, renewed the Administrative Services Agreement, and hired Kimley‑Horn for a Unified Development Code update up to $180,000. Additional actions included authorizing contract negotiations with City Manager David Sanchez and purchasing a 2‑acre vacant tract west of Trunk St.

• Approved Ordinance establishing Reinvestment Zone #5 (4-0)
• Approved revised Land Study for Eastland Commercial Phases 5‑8 (4-0)
• Renewed Administrative Services Agreement (4-0)
• Approved hiring Kimley‑Horn for Unified Development Code update up to $180,000 (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to negotiate contract with City Manager David Sanchez (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2‑acre vacant urban land tract west of Trunk St (4-0)
• Approved City Council minutes for 10/06/2025 & 10/11/2025 (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and potentially recommend a revised land study to the City Council. The request was submitted by Lennar Homes Of Texas Land & Construction, LTD.

• Revised land study for Eastland Commercial Phases 5-8 (240.617 acres) located in the J. Moore Survey, Abstract No. 309

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting (6‑0). It then approved a revised land study for Lennar Homes' Eastland Commercial Phases 5‑8, covering 240.617 acres, with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 4:07 p.m.

• Approved 09/09/2025 Planning & Zoning minutes (6-0)
• Approved revised land study for Eastland Commercial Phases 5‑8 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed infrastructure projects and approve financial reports and contracts. The meeting also includes a report on negotiations with business prospects and a resolution supporting a local company.

• Public hearing on proposed infrastructure projects
• Approval of CEDC September 2025 Financial Report
• Ratification of contract with Kimley-Horn for preliminary plat work
• Resolution supporting JWS, Inc. request for Eaglecrest Parkway support
• Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations

City Council

The Crandall City Council will meet on October 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Court Chambers. Council members will discuss and possibly act on Resolution No. 10112025, which would authorize Deputy City Manager David Sanchez to serve as Acting City Manager and set an effective date. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as an invocation, roll call, and adjournment.

• Resolution No. 10112025 – authorize Deputy City Manager David Sanchez to serve as Acting City Manager, with an effective date to be set

The council approved Resolution No. 10112025, authorizing Deputy City Manager David Sanchez to serve as Acting City Manager, with a unanimous 4-0 vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously 4-0. Councilmember Holden was absent but a quorum was present.

• Approved Deputy City Manager David Sanchez as Acting City Manager (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will discuss several items, including a presentation on the Unified Development Code and a proposal for a special assessment bond by Hilltop Securities. The agenda calls for discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 10062025, which would initiate a public hearing to create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone covering about 105.82 acres. Additional topics include a protective services agreement with the Crandall Volunteer Fire Department and a discussion of the upcoming annexation ballot for Kaufman County ESD #7.

• Approve City Council minutes from 09/15/2025 (consent agenda).
• Presentation by Kimley‑Horn on the Unified Development Code update.
• Presentation by Hilltop Securities on the Arbors Public Improvement District levy and issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025.
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution No. 10062025 to hold a public hearing for a 105.82‑acre Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and prepare a financing plan.
• Discussion and possible action on a protective services agreement with the Crandall Volunteer Fire Department for FY 2025‑2026.

The council approved the minutes from September 15, 2025 (4‑0). It adopted a tax increment reinvestment zone for 105.82 acres (4‑0) and changed council meeting times to the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. (4‑0). It also approved a protective services agreement with the volunteer fire department (3‑1, Herrera abstained), rejected the proposed annexation by Kaufman County ESD #7 (3‑1, Herrera abstained), authorized legal action against Atmos, and accepted the City Manager’s resignation with a severance and relocation package (4‑0).

• Approved City Council minutes of 09/15/2025 (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 10062025 creating a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (4‑0)
• Changed council meeting schedule to the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. (4‑0)
• Approved protective services agreement with Crandall Volunteer Fire Department (3‑1, Herrera abstained)
• Adopted city stance rejecting annexation by Kaufman County ESD #7 (3‑1, Herrera abstained)
• Authorized involvement in legal action against Atmos and retention of chosen attorney (4‑0)
• Accepted City Manager resignation and approved severance plus up to $5,000 relocation fees (4‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4‑0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve financial reports and minutes. The board will enter a closed executive session to deliberate on business prospects and property plans.

• Project Petroff economic development negotiations
• EDC Property Easement Negotiations
• CEDC 26-acre property Concept Plan
• August 2025 Financial Reports

City Council

The Crandall City Council will meet to discuss awarding engineering services for the Eaglecrest Parkway disaster recovery project, approve the 2024 municipal audit, and review drainage and greenspace spending for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Award engineering services for Eaglecrest Parkway disaster recovery
• Approve Fiscal Year 2024 municipal audit
• Review drainage and greenspace FY 2025-2026 expenditures
• Receive presentation on ESD #7 November 2025 election
• Discuss roadway updates with TxDOT

The council approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting with a 4‑1 vote. It unanimously approved Resolution No. 09152025, awarding an engineering, architecture, and environmental services contract for the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration disaster supplemental program. The council also unanimously accepted the Fiscal Year 2024 municipal audit. Additionally, the council directed the City Manager to forward annexation information to the City Attorney and to follow up with TxDOT about no‑through truck signs on FM 148.

• Approved September 2, 2025 council minutes (4-1)
• Approved engineering services contract for EDA disaster program (5-0)
• Accepted FY24 municipal audit (5-0)
• Requested City Manager to forward annexation info to City Attorney
• Requested City Manager to follow up with TxDOT on no‑through truck signs
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and potentially act on site plan approvals for a car wash and a shopping center. The body will also consider a preliminary plat for a multi-phase development project.

• Site plan for QT Bubble Bath Car Wash (1.2594 acres) adjacent to 1040 FM 741
• Site plan for The Shops At Crandall (12.96 acres) at FM 741 and Spring Creek Parkway
• Preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays Phases 3A & 3B (40.39 acres) south of CR 261 and north of FM 148

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three development site plans: the QT Bubble Bath Car Wash (1.2594 acres) with a 6‑0 vote, the Shops at Crandall (12.96 acres) with a 6‑0 vote, and the Cartwright Mays Phases 3A & 3B preliminary plat (40.39 acres) with a 4‑2 vote. The commission also approved the prior meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved QT Bubble Bath Car Wash site plan (6-0)
• Approved Shops at Crandall site plan (6-0)
• Approved Cartwright Mays Phases 3A & 3B preliminary plat (4-2)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (6-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve July financial reports, hear a presentation on the pricing of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds 2025 from Hilltop Securities, and consider a resolution to authorize the issuance and sale of these bonds. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss property easement negotiations and a 26-acre property concept plan.

• Approval of July 2025 financial reports
• Presentation of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds 2025 pricing by Hilltop Securities
• Consideration of resolution to authorize issuance and sale of $2025 Series bonds
• Executive session on EDC property easement negotiations
• Executive session on CEDC 26-acre property concept plan

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several ordinances and agreements. Key items include updates to personnel procurement rules, changes to municipal retirement system benefits, and approval of new interlocal agreements for peace officer services with multiple Kaufman County districts. The council will also consider updated land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and water/wastewater impact fees, as well as a bond issuance for economic development.

• Approve fourth amended interlocal agreement for peace officer services with Kaufman County Fresh Water Supply District NOS. 4A and 4B
• Amend personnel procurement rules to raise bidding threshold to $100,000 per Senate Bill 1173
• Increase employee contribution rate for Texas Municipal Retirement System benefits
• Update land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and water/wastewater impact fees
• Approve Crandall Economic Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025

The Crandall City Council unanimously approved a series of items, including updates to procurement rules, retirement benefits, land‑use assumptions, impact fees, and several interlocal agreements. The council also approved the Arbors Public Improvement District Deposit Agreement and a resolution authorizing economic‑development bond issuance. Finally, the council authorized the City Manager to enter a Development Agreement with Trivedi Commercial Plaza.

• Approved City Council Minutes (08/18/2025) – vote 4-0
• Approved four Interlocal Cooperation Agreements for peace officer services – vote 4-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 09022025 (procurement and purchasing powers) – vote 4-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 09022025A (retirement system benefits and contributions) – vote 4-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 09022025B (land‑use assumptions, capital improvement plans, water & wastewater impact fees) – vote 4-0
• Approved Arbors Public Improvement District Deposit Agreement – vote 4-0
• Approved Resolution No. 09022025C (Economic Development Corp sales‑tax revenue bonds) – vote 4-0
• Approved Development Agreement with Trivedi Commercial Plaza – vote 4-0

City Council

The Crandall City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY2025-2026 operating budget, which proposes a $1,209,979 (33.24%) increase in property taxes. Two Specific Use Permits for esthetician/microblading salons at 1317 E State Hwy 175 and 1101 E State Hwy 175 will also be considered. Routine items like minutes approval and economic development corporation reappointments are on the consent agenda.

• Approve FY2025-2026 budget raising property taxes by $1,209,979 (33.24%)
• Vote on Ordinance No. 08182025 approving the budget
• Vote on Resolution No. 08182025A ratifying the property tax increase
• Consider Specific Use Permit for 'Beyond Brows' esthetician/microblading salon at 1317 E State Hwy 175, Suite 400
• Consider Specific Use Permit for 'Inked by Ray' esthetician/microblading salon at 1101 E State Hwy 175, Suite 300

The council unanimously approved the FY2025‑2026 operating budget, which raises total property tax revenue by $1,209,979 (33.24%). They also approved a tax rate of $0.75 per $100 assessed value, with a 4‑1 vote (Councilmember Holden opposed). The council approved two specific‑use permits for esthetician/microblading salons—Beyond Brows and Inked by Ray—each by a 5‑0 vote. Additional items approved unanimously included the economic development corporation budget, an Atmos Energy settlement, a new investment policy, a new bank account, and a police rifle purchase.

• Approved FY2025‑2026 budget (5‑0)
• Approved tax rate $0.75 per $100 assessed value (4‑1)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Beyond Brows (5‑0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Inked by Ray (5‑0)
• Approved Economic Development Corp budget (5‑0)
• Approved Atmos Cities settlement with Atmos Energy (5‑0)
• Approved City Investment Policy (5‑0)
• Approved Police Department rifle purchase (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Crandall Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two specific use permits for esthetician/microblading salons at 1317 E State Hwy 175 (Beyond Brows) and 1101 E State Hwy 175 (Inked By Ray). The commission will also discuss and potentially approve the final plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 5, a 70.142-acre development northwest of Wildcat Trail and Evans Road in the city's ETJ.

• Public hearing and vote on SUP for Beyond Brows esthetician/microblading salon at 1317 E State Hwy 175, Suite 400
• Public hearing and vote on SUP for Inked By Ray esthetician/microblading salon at 1101 E State Hwy 175, Suite 300
• Discussion and action on final plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 5 (70.142 acres) by PMB Capital Investments

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three Specific Use Permits for esthetician/microblading salons, each with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the final plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 5 by a 5‑1 vote. Additionally, the commission reappointed John Garvin as Vice‑Chairman and adjourned the meeting, both with unanimous 6‑0 votes.

• Approved prior minutes (05/13/2025 & 06/23/2025) – vote 6-0
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Beyond Brows – vote 6-0
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Inked By Ray – vote 6-0
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Inked By Ray (applicant Gwendolyn Hardy) – vote 6-0
• Approved final plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 5 (70.142 acres) – vote 5-1
• Reappointed John Garvin as Vice‑Chairman – vote 6-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 6-0

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will discuss the FY26 budget and a new cash management policy. The board is also considering a resolution to move $300,000 between accounts. Executive sessions will cover personnel matters and specific economic development projects.

• Recommendation for approval of the FY26 EDC Budget
• Proposed Cash Management Policy for the EDC
• Resolution 08112025 to transfer $300,000 from Operating to Investment (TexStar) Account
• Executive session regarding Project 148 Bypass, TIRZ#6, and Project Petroff (Easement)
• Executive session regarding expiring Board of Directors terms

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on tax abatement guidelines and discuss the FY2025-2026 budget. The body will also consider a resolution to set a public hearing and vote date for the FY2025-2026 tax rate.

• Public hearing and possible action on Resolution No. 08042025 adopting Tax Abatement guidelines and criteria
• Discussion and possible action on Accounting and Finance Management Policies and Procedures effective October 1, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on the Public Improvement District (PID) Policy
• Proposed resolution to set August 18, 2025, as the public hearing and vote date for the FY2025-2026 tax rate
• Executive session regarding real property at 108 S. 4 St and economic development at Hwy 175 & FM 148

The City Council approved the Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria, the City Accounting and Finance Management Policies, and the Public Improvement District policy, each by unanimous 4‑0 votes. It also moved future council meeting dates and set a public hearing for the FY2025‑2026 budget. A unanimous 4‑0 vote established a public hearing and vote on a 0.75‑cent per $100 valuation property tax rate for FY2025‑2026.

• Approved Tax Abatement guidelines and criteria (Resolution No. 08042025) – vote 4-0
• Approved City Accounting and Finance Management Policies effective Oct 1, 2025 – vote 4-0
• Approved City Public Improvement District (PID) policy – vote 4-0
• Moved council meeting dates: Jan 19, 2026 to Jan 20, 2026 and Feb 16, 2026 to Feb 17, 2026 – vote 4-0
• Set public hearing on Aug 18, 2025 for FY2025‑2026 budget input – vote 4-0
• Set public hearing and vote on a 0.75‑cent per $100 valuation property tax rate for FY2025‑2026 – vote 4-0
• Approved consent agenda (including prior minutes) – vote 4-0

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold a special called meeting. The board will enter an executive session to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of EDC Property.

• Deliberation regarding real property (EDC Property)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss a performance agreement with Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. The body will also consider service plan updates for three Public Improvement Districts and various city contracts.

• Public hearing on sales tax reimbursement up to $3,000,000 and waiving up to $250,000 in development fees for Home Depot U.S.A., Inc.
• Annual service plan updates for Cartwright Ranch, Arbors, and River Ridge Public Improvement Districts
• Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Kaufman County for Arbors PID assessment collection
• Resolution to set a September 2, 2025, public hearing on Water and Sewer Impact Fee updates
• Approval of contracts for Municipal Court Prosecutor and auditing services with BrooksWatson & Co

The Crandall City Council approved several service‑plan updates for three public improvement districts, an interlocal agreement for assessment collection, and set a public hearing on water and sewer impact fees for September 2, 2025. The council also approved a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program with Home Depot, a municipal court prosecutor contract, and an audit engagement with BrooksWatson & Co. All actions were approved by vote.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved Cartwright Ranch service plan update (4-0)
• Approved Arbors service plan update (3-1, Herrera abstained)
• Approved River Ridge service plan update (4-0)
• Approved interlocal cooperative agreement for Arbors assessment collection (4-0)
• Set public hearing for water and sewer impact fee updates on Sep 2, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Program with Home Depot (4-0)
• Approved Municipal Court Prosecutor contract (4-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold public hearings regarding a performance agreement with Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc. and a proposed Property Tax Abatement Policy. The board will also discuss the 2025-2026 budget and various municipal contracts.

• Public hearing and action on a Chapter 380 agreement with Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc.
• Public hearing and recommendation to City Council for a proposed Property Tax Abatement Policy
• Approval of the Hilltop Securities Municipal Advisory Agreement
• Contract with Civic Plus to upgrade the EDC website
• Discussion on the 2025-2026 EDC Budget

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter, L.L.P. regarding land use assumptions and capital improvements. The committee may take action on recommendations regarding the projected 10-year growth rate and its consistency with city plans.

• Presentation on potential updates to water and wastewater impact fees
• Review of Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan
• Action on recommendation for projected 10-year growth rate consistency

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been canceled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to create the Adams Public Improvement District. The body will also receive staff updates on code enforcement, the Comprehensive Plan, and other city operations.

• Public hearing on petition by PMB 105 Partners L.P. to create the Adams Public Improvement District
• Resolution No. 07072025 to authorize and create the Adams Public Improvement District
• Update on open Code Enforcement violations
• Update on the field behind Martin Elementary
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan

The council voted 3-1 to adopt Resolution No. 07072025, authorizing the Adams Public Improvement District. Councilmember Holden opposed the motion. The council also unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes on the consent agenda. No public comments were received on the petition.

• Approved prior council minutes (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved Adams Public Improvement District (3-1)
• Moved to executive session (unanimous 4-0)
• Adjourned from executive session (unanimous 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 4-0)

City Council

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission are holding a joint special meeting to review the Envision Crandall 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The body will hear a presentation from Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. and hold public hearings on the plan.

• Public hearing on the Envision Crandall 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Presentation on the proposed Envision Crandall 2050 Comprehensive Plan by Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc.
• Possible approval of Ordinance No. 06232025 adopting the Envision Crandall 2050 Comprehensive Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and approved a written recommendation to adopt the Envision Crandall 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The City Council then approved Ordinance No. 06232025, adopting the plan and adding a biannual review requirement. All motions were passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m.

• Public hearing opened by Planning & Zoning Commission (vote 6-0)
• Public hearing closed by Planning & Zoning Commission (vote 6-0)
• Public hearing opened by City Council (vote 3-0)
• Public hearing closed by City Council (vote 3-0)
• Planning & Zoning Commission approved recommendation to adopt plan (vote 6-0)
• City Council approved Ordinance No. 06232025 adopting the plan (vote 3-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (vote 3-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a finance plan to issue Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for infrastructure and discuss appointments for the Planning & Zoning Commission. The body will also consider budget calendar amendments and bank signatory authorizations.

• Plan of Finance for Crandall EDC to fund $4 million of streets and infrastructure via Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Appointments and vacancies for the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Resolution No. 06162025 designating City Manager as authorized signatory at American National Bank of Texas
• Resolution No. 06162025A amending authorized representatives for TexPool Texas Local Government Investment Pool
• Executive session regarding economic development for EagleCrest Parkway

The City Council voted 5-0 to remove Lear Dobbins from the Planning & Zoning Commission and to reappoint four existing members while appointing Stacy McKinney to Place 6. It also approved two resolutions designating the City Manager as authorized signatory for the American National Bank of Texas and amending authorized representatives for the TexPool investment pool, each by a 5-0 vote. The council adopted the June 2 minutes (4-0), rescheduled the first budget workshop to June 23, and appointed council liaisons to the ISD board, the Economic Development Corporation, and the School Safety Board, all unanimously.

• Removed Lear Dobbins, Place 6, from Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed George Martinez, John Garvin, Patricia Branson, Paul Hoffmeyer and appointed Stacy McKinney to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06162025 designating City Manager as authorized signatory at American National Bank of Texas (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06162025A amending authorized representatives for TexPool Texas Local Government Investment Pool (5-0)
• Rescheduled 1st budget workshop to June 23, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Councilmember Herrera as ISD liaison, Councilmember Atkins as EDC liaison, and Councilmember Holden as School Safety Board liaison (5-0)
• Adopted City Council minutes of 06/02/2025 (4-0, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025, has been canceled.

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will discuss funding for streets and infrastructure and a new tax abatement policy. The board will also review utility plans for Project 148 Bypass and a potential daycare development on FM 741.

• Plan of Finance to fund $4 million for Eaglecrest Parkway streets and infrastructure via Sales Tax Revenue Bonds
• Proposed Crandall Tax Abatement Policy for recommendation to City Council
• Review of utility plan for Project 148 Bypass
• Consideration of Consultant Agreement Amendment #1 and a CEDC Easement purchase
• Discussion of a new daycare development on FM 741

City Council

The City Council will discuss the creation of a Public Improvement District for the 104.558-acre Adams Tract. The body will also consider hiring a professional service provider for disaster grant administration and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Resolution No. 06022025: Setting a public hearing for the creation of the Adams Tract Public Improvement District (104.558 acres)
• Resolution No. 06022025A: Selection of GrantWorks for FY 2025 Disaster Supplemental programs grant administration
• Appointment of the Mayor Pro Tem
• Appointment of Planning and Zoning Council Liaisons
• Executive session regarding Economic Development (FM 148 Project)

The council approved adding discussion of council liaisons for boards to the next meeting agenda. It adopted the minutes from 05/19/2025 and set a public hearing for the Adams Tract Public Improvement District on July 7, 2025. The council also authorized GrantWorks to provide administration services for the FY 2025 Disaster Supplemental (EDA) grant and made key appointments, including naming Scott Rogers mayor pro tem and assigning him as the Planning and Zoning Council liaison.

• Approved adding discussion on Council Liaisons for boards at next meeting (4-0)
• Approved City Council minutes of 05/19/2025 (4-0)
• Set public hearing for Adams Tract Public Improvement District on July 7, 2025 (4-0)
• Authorized selection of GrantWorks for FY 2025 Disaster Supplemental (EDA Grant) administration (4-0)
• Appointed Scott Rogers as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Rogers as Planning and Zoning Council Liaison (4-0)
• Reopened agenda item #5 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:02 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for the Adams Tract and assessments for the Arbors Public Improvement District. The body will also discuss the FY2025-2026 budget calendar and committee appointments.

• Public hearing and possible zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for the 104.558-acre Adams Tract at CR 269 and Lone Star Drive
• Public hearing and possible approval of Service and Assessment Plan and Assessment Roll for Arbors Public Improvement District Improvement Area #1
• Discussion and possible action on the FY2025-2026 budget calendar
• Possible re-appointment of Planning and Zoning Commission members to the Capital Improvement Advisory Committee
• Updates on the Mowry Project and 50/50 Sidewalk Assistance Program

The council voted 4‑1 to change the zoning of the 104.558‑acre Adams Tract from Agricultural to Planned Development for single‑family homes. They also approved the Service and Assessment Plan for the Arbors Public Improvement District (4‑1). The council unanimously reappointed the Planning and Zoning Commission to the Capital Improvement Advisory Committee and approved the FY2025‑2026 budget calendar. Additionally, the council approved the consent agenda minutes and agreed to proceed with the 50/50 Sidewalk Assistance Program.

• Approved zoning change for Adams Tract to Planned Development (4-1, Herrera abstained)
• Approved Arbors PID Service and Assessment Plan (Ordinance 05192025A) (4-1, Herrera abstained)
• Reappointed Planning and Zoning Commission to Capital Improvement Advisory Committee, adding Jason Hathaway (5-0)
• Approved FY2025-2026 budget calendar (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minutes for 05/05/2025 and 05/12/2025 (5-0)
• Agreed to move forward with 50/50 Sidewalk Assistance Program (no vote recorded)
• Requested cost research for a Little Free Library (Acting City Manager to look into cost)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for the 104.558-acre Adams Tract from Agricultural to Planned Development for single-family residential. They will also vote on a site plan for a Walmart Supercenter and fuel station on 22.71 acres north of US 175, a preliminary plat for lots 2-4 of WM River Ridge, a site plan for a .25-acre lot at 310 S. 4th Street, and a preliminary plat for Eastland Phase 6 (105.55 acres). The meeting opens with citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing and vote on zoning change for Adams Tract (104.558 acres) from Agricultural to Planned Development for single-family residential
• Site plan for Walmart Supercenter and fuel station (22.71 acres) north of US 175
• Preliminary plat for lots 2-4, Block 1, WM River Ridge (22.71 acres)
• Site plan for .25-acre lot at 310 S. 4th Street by Homes By Mcgee Inc.
• Preliminary plat for Eastland Phase 6 (105.55 acres) between FM 741 and Sunrise Blvd

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the April 8 meeting and then approved several development proposals, including a Walmart Supercenter site plan, a WM River Ridge preliminary plat, a 310 S. 4th Street site plan, a zoning classification change for the 104.558‑acre Adams Tract, and an Eastland Phase 6 preliminary plat. The commission also scheduled a Planning and Zoning 101 training session and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved April 8 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Walmart Supercenter and Fuel Station site plan (22.71 acres) (4-0)
• Approved WM River Ridge preliminary plat (lots 2‑4, 22.71 acres) (4-0)
• Approved 310 S. 4th Street site plan (0.25 acres) (4-0)
• Approved zoning change for Adams Tract from Agricultural to Planned Development (104.558 acres) (4-0)
• Approved Eastland Phase 6 preliminary plat (105.550 acres) (4-0)
• Scheduled Planning and Zoning 101 training for 5:30 p.m. before July/August meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 6:47 p.m. (4-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hear updates on a new city manager (Rob Evans starting June 1), the denial of federal funding for the sewer force main project, and the FY26 budget process. They will also discuss the Eaglecrest Parkway federal grant, a joint park improvement project with Crandall ISD, and enter closed session to deliberate economic development incentives for the Petroff site plan.

• New City Manager Rob Evans to start June 1, 2025
• Sewer force main project funding denied by Congress; will use impact fees, sewer rates, and TIRZ reimbursements
• Eaglecrest Parkway update: EDA federal grant and timeline discussion
• Joint Martin Park Improvement Project with Crandall ISD – MOU required
• Executive session to discuss economic development incentives for Petroff site plan

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt Ordinance No. 05122025 to canvass and certify the May 3, 2025 special election returns regarding the selection of a Charter Commission to adopt a Home Rule Charter. Following that, the council will administer oaths of office to Mayor David Lindsey and Councilmembers Caleb Allen and Kimberly Herrera.

• Ordinance No. 05122025 to canvass special election returns on Charter Commission selection
• Certification of election results to the Texas Secretary of State
• Swearing-in of Mayor David Lindsey and Councilmembers Caleb Allen and Kimberly Herrera

The council voted to adopt Ordinance No. 05122025, which establishes procedures for canvassing and certifying the May 3 special election results and directs certification to the Texas Secretary of State. The motion passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. After the oath of office was administered, the council adjourned the meeting by a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 05122025 (election canvassing) (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will consider a resolution to advance the Arbors Public Improvement District assessment process and an ordinance amending the FY2024-2025 budget by $40,000 for police radios. They will also discuss the FY2025-2026 budget calendar, receive an update on the Sewer Force Main Project, and set a date to canvass election results. A traffic count analysis presentation from Lee Engineering, LLC is scheduled for input.

• Resolution No. 05052025 – determining costs for Arbors PID improvements, approving a Preliminary Service and Assessment Plan, and calling a public hearing for May 19, 2025
• Ordinance No. 05052025A – $40,000 budget amendment for Crandall Police Department Harris radios
• Setting a special meeting date between May 9-14, 2025 to canvass election results and swear in new council member
• Discussion on FY2025-2026 Budget Calendar and update on federal funding for Sewer Force Main Project
• Presentation on potential Traffic Count Analysis by Lee Engineering, LLC

The Crandall City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, a resolution for the Arbors Public Improvement District, and a $40,000 budget amendment for police communications. They set a special meeting for May 12, 2025 to canvass election results. The council also approved a contract for new City Manager Rob Evans and amended the Deputy City Manager position with salary adjustments.

• Approved consent agenda minutes (3-0)
• Approved Arbors Public Improvement District resolution (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 police communications budget amendment (3-0)
• Set special meeting for May 12, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. (3-0)
• Approved contract for new City Manager Rob Evans (3-0)
• Amended Deputy City Manager position and salary adjustments (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a sign variance request from Sec. 11M of the Unified Development Code for a multi-tenant monument sign at 111 Lone Star Road, Ste 100, owned by Heng Li. The board will also vote on approving the December 16, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on sign variance for multi-tenant monument sign at 111 Lone Star Road, Ste 100
• Consideration and action on the same sign variance request
• Approval of Board of Adjustment minutes from December 16, 2024

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from 12/16/2024 with a 3-0 vote. It then approved the matter presented under the 'Consider and Act On' agenda with a 4-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 3-0 motion.

• Approved 12/16/2024 Board of Adjustment minutes (3-0)
• Approved item under 'Consider and Act On' (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct executive session interviews for the City Manager position. Following the closed session, they may reconvene in open session to take action on the hiring process.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 to interview and evaluate applicants for City Manager

The council unanimously approved moving into an executive session, then back to open session. It also unanimously authorized Mayor David Lindsey to begin employment contract negotiations with Rovert Evans. All other motions, including adjournments, passed unanimously.

• Motion to adjourn into executive session approved unanimously (4-0)
• Motion to adjourn from executive session approved unanimously (4-0)
• Motion to allow Mayor Lindsey to enter contract negotiations with Rovert Evans approved unanimously (4-0)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting approved unanimously (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct executive session interviews for the city manager position. After the closed session, the council will reconvene in open session to consider any action related to the interviews. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code §551.074 to interview applicants for City Manager and deliberate on employment

The council voted unanimously (4-0) to move into executive session to interview City Manager applicants. After the session, they voted unanimously (4-0) to return to open session. Finally, they adjourned the meeting with a unanimous (4-0) vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Moved to executive session to interview City Manager applicants (4-0)
• Adjourned executive session and returned to open session (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will consider several development-related items, including a preliminary plat for the 104.558-acre Adams Tract and an appeal of a preliminary replat for Heartland Phase 10D. The council will also discuss adopting a new Master Fee Schedule and hear a presentation on financing for the Arbors Public Improvement District bonds. Additionally, they will authorize requests for proposals for engineering services related to federal economic development programs.

• Consider approval of preliminary plat for Adams Tract (104.558 acres) by JBI Partners, Inc.
• Discussion and possible action on Heartland Phase 10D preliminary re-plat on appeal from Planning & Zoning Commission.
• Ordinance No. 04212025 to adopt City of Crandall Master Fee Schedule.
• Authorization to issue RFPs/RFQs for engineering services for EDA programs.
• Presentation on Plan of Finance for Arbors PID Improvement Area #1 Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025.

The council approved the Adams Tract preliminary plat (104.558 acres) and the Heartland Phase 10D preliminary re‑plat. It also authorized the city to issue RFPs/RFQs for engineering services related to federal assistance programs and adopted the City Master Fee Schedule. All actions were taken with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved City Council Minutes 04/07/2025 (consent agenda) – vote 3-1 (unanimous) with one abstention
• Approved Preliminary Plat for the Adams Tract – vote 4-0 unanimous
• Authorized issuance of RFP/RFQ for engineering services for federal assistance programs – vote 4-0 unanimous
• Approved Heartland Phase 10D preliminary re‑plat – vote 3-1 (one opposition)
• Adopted City Master Fee Schedule (Ordinance No. 04212025) – vote 4-0 unanimous
• Moved to adjourn into executive session – vote 4-0 unanimous
• Moved to adjourn from executive session – vote 4-0 unanimous
• Moved to adjourn the meeting – vote 4-0 unanimous

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will discuss financing options for Eaglecrest Parkway, receive updates on TxDOT/Kaufman County road projects, and consider the potential purchase of the Brookshire Brothers property based on recent appraisals. The board will also deliberate on economic development negotiations for several projects and a personnel contract in closed session.

• Discuss financing options for Eaglecrest Parkway: bond, cert of obligation, or State Infrastructure Bank
• Update on TxDOT/Kaufman County road projects: 148 North, 175 Bridge, and 741 Widening
• Brookshire Brothers purchase discussion: 2019 appraisal + $560K vs. 2024 appraisal of $1,020,000
• Consider $10,000 NextSite Software Subscription
• Sewer Force Main Letter of Support

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and vote on three plat requests: a preliminary plat for the 104.558-acre Adams Tract by JBI Partners, a re-plat for Heartland Phase 1 OD (3.99 acres), and a final plat for Heartland Phase 25 (103.735 acres). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• Preliminary plat for Adams Tract: 104.558 acres west of CR 269, southeast of Hornbill Drive (JBI Partners)
• Re-plat for Heartland Phase 1 OD: 3.99 acres in the John Moore Survey, ETJ (Huffines Enterprises)
• Final plat for Heartland Phase 25: 103.735 acres in the John Moore Survey, ETJ (Huffines Enterprises)
• Approval of Planning & Zoning minutes from February 11, 2025
• Citizen comments allowed on agenda items (3 min per speaker, 5 min during public hearings)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). It approved a preliminary plat for the 104.558‑acre Adams Tract (5‑0) and a final plat for the 103.735‑acre Heartland Phase 25 (5‑0). A re‑plat request for Heartland Phase 1 OD (3.99 acres) was rejected (2‑5). The meeting was adjourned (5‑0).

• Approved February 11, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Adams Tract, 104.558 acres (5-0)
• Rejected re‑plat for Heartland Phase 1 OD, 3.99 acres (2-5)
• Approved final plat for Heartland Phase 25, 103.735 acres (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a budget amendment and a new special events ordinance. Members will also consider scheduling a community event to explain the differences between Home Rule and General Law cities ahead of a special election.

• Budget Amendment Ordinance No. 04072025A for $371,604.00
• Special Events Ordinance No. 04072025
• Proposed community event regarding Home Rule vs General Law
• Executive session regarding purchase of real property in downtown Crandall
• Updates on TXDOT and the Comprehensive Plan

The council unanimously approved the Special Events Ordinance (Ordinance No. 04072025) and a FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment totaling $371,604. It also approved a Home Rule vs General Law movie night with a spending limit of $2,500. Finally, the council directed staff to notify four finalists for the City Manager position and arrange interviews.

• Approved Special Events Ordinance No. 04072025 (3-0)
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment of $371,604 (3-0)
• Approved Home Rule vs General Law movie night, funds not to exceed $2,500 (3-0)
• Approved City Council minutes from 03/17/2025 (3-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn from executive session (3-0)
• Directed staff to notify City Manager finalists Robert Evans, Troy Hill, David Sanchez, Charles West and schedule interviews (3-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Crandall City Council will discuss and possibly approve a development agreement with PMB Acquisitions LLC for a 100-acre tract (Adams Tract) at Sunrise Blvd and Lone Star Road. A public hearing and action on issuing Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, which includes levying an ad valorem tax, is also scheduled. Other items include a proclamation of retirement for the city manager, a proposed police/fire/EMS building in Heartland, changes to solid waste fees, and cancellation of the May 3 election due to unopposed candidates.

• Development Agreement with PMB Acquisitions LLC for 100-acre Adams Tract at SW intersection of Sunrise Blvd and Lone Star Road.
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 03172025 authorizing issuance of Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025.
• Proclamation of Retirement for City Manager Jerry Dean.
• Discussion and possible action on construction of a Police, Fire, or EMS building on a 2-acre tract in Heartland.
• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance No.03172025A regarding solid waste fee rates with Blackjack Disposal.

The Crandall City Council unanimously approved a series of items, including a development agreement with PMB Acquisitions LLC for a 100-acre tract, the issuance of $4.5M in certificates of obligation, and ordinances canceling the May 3 election due to unopposed candidates. The council also changed meeting times to 6:00 p.m. starting April 7, 2025, and directed the city attorney to draft a special events ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from 02/18/2025 (4-0)
• Approved development agreement with PMB Acquisitions LLC for 100-acre Adams Tract (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 03172025 authorizing $4.5M in certificates of obligation (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 03172025A setting solid waste fees with Blackjack Disposal (4-0)
• Accepted certificate of unopposed candidates and canceled May 3 election (4-0)
• Approved Resolution changing council meetings to 6:00 p.m. effective April 7, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved resolutions removing City Manager as signatory and designating Deputy City Manager as acting manager (4-0)
• Directed city attorney to draft special events ordinance (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025, has been canceled.

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will consider approving a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025 via Resolution No. 03102025. The board will also enter closed session to discuss economic development negotiations for three business prospects: Project River Ridge, Project Cox, and Project 148 Bypass. Routine items include the director's report, February 2025 financial report, and approval of the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Resolution No. 03102025 to consider approving a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025
• Closed session for economic development negotiations on Project River Ridge
• Closed session for economic development negotiations on Project Cox
• Closed session for economic development negotiations on Project 148 Bypass
• February 2025 financial report to be presented

City Council

The City Council will discuss the appointment of a new council member and the potential formation of a Home Rule Charter. The body is also considering assessments and revenue bonds for the River Ridge Public Improvement District.

• Final Plat for River Ridge North Phase 2 (82.795 acres) at the terminus of Toyah Lane
• Ordinance to levy assessments and establish liens for River Ridge PID Improvement Area #2
• Authorization of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 for River Ridge PID
• Acceptance of a 2-acre donation deed from UST-Heartland for a police, fire, or EMS station
• Amendment to the Felix Construction General Services agreement to use ARPA funds

The Crandall City Council accepted Katy Vaughan's resignation and voted to leave the seat vacant until the next election. They also approved changing regular council meetings to the 1st and 3rd Monday at 6pm starting April 7, 2025, and set a Town Hall meeting for March 13, 2025, to discuss forming a Home Rule Charter. All votes were unanimous 3-0.

• Accepted Katy Vaughan's resignation (3-0)
• Left council seat vacant until next election (3-0)
• Changed meetings to 1st and 3rd Monday at 6pm starting April 7, 2025 (3-0)
• Set Town Hall meeting for March 13, 2025 on Home Rule Charter (3-0)
• Approved two utility easements with Crandall ISD (3-0)
• Approved Final Plat for River Ridge North Phase 2 (3-0)
• Approved BlackJack Disposal franchise amendment and early renewal (3-0)
• Approved River Ridge PID assessment ordinance and bond issuance (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on several subdivision plats, including a 72.93-acre preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays Phases 2&3 by DR Horton and final plats for Cartwright Mays Phase 1, Eastland Phase 4, Wildcat Ranch Phase 8, and RiverRidge North Phase 2. Most properties are in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) in Kaufman County. The commission will also appoint one member to serve on the Unified Development Code portion of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays Phases 2&3 – 72.93 acres north of CR 261 and N FM 148 (ETJ)
• Final plat for Cartwright Mays Phase 1 – 27.153 acres, same location (ETJ)
• Final plat for Eastland Phase 4 – 51.736 acres about 1 mile southwest of FM 741 and CR 260 (ETJ)
• Final plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 8 – 58.293 acres about 1.1 miles southwest of Sunrise Blvd and FM 741 (ETJ)
• Final plat for RiverRidge North Phase 2 – 82.795 acres at terminus of Toyah Lane (city limits)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays Phases 2 & 3 (72.93 acres) and final plats for Cartwright Mays Phase 1 (27.153 acres), Eastland Phase 4 (51.736 acres), Wildcat Ranch Phase 8 (58.293 acres), and RiverRidge North Phase 2 (82.795 acres), all in the city's ETJ or city limits. The commission also approved the December 10, 2024 minutes and appointed Patricia Branson to serve on the Unified Development Code portion of the Comprehensive Plan. All votes were 6-0, with member Lear Dobbins absent.

• Approved preliminary plat for Cartwright Mays Phases 2 & 3 (72.93 acres) (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Cartwright Mays Phase 1 (27.153 acres) (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Eastland Phase 4 (51.736 acres) (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Wildcat Ranch Phase 8 (58.293 acres) (6-0)
• Approved final plat for RiverRidge North Phase 2 (82.795 acres) (6-0)
• Approved minutes from December 10, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Appointed Patricia Branson to Unified Development Code committee (6-0)

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Crandall Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting including public items such as appointing a UDC Diagnostic committee member, an update on IC SC Red River, and considering signature authority. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate real property negotiations and economic development incentives for Project River Ridge, Project Cox, and Project 148 Bypass.

• Appoint a Unified Development Code (UDC) Diagnostic committee member
• Update on IC SC Red River from President Cody Frazier
• Consider providing signature authority for the CEDC
• Closed session for real property negotiations under Texas Government Code 551.072
• Closed session for economic development negotiations with business prospects: Project River Ridge, Project Cox, Project 148 Bypass

City Council

The council will consider authorizing up to $4.1 million in certificates of obligation for waterworks and sewer system improvements, ordering a general election for mayor and two council seats in May 2025, and a special election on whether to frame a new city charter. Other action items include a contract extension with BlackJack Disposal, appointments to the Economic Development Corporation board, and a development agreement with PMB Capital.

• Resolution No. 01212025 — $4.1 million combination tax and revenue Certificates of Obligation for waterworks and sewer system
• Resolution No. 01212025B — Ordering a general city election for mayor and two council seats on May 3, 2025
• Ordinance No. 01212025D — Special election on May 3, 2025 on forming a charter commission
• Consider and act on the Development Agreement with PMB Capital
• Consider and act on BlackJack Disposal contract extension and terms

The Crandall City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing publication of notice for up to $4.1 million in certificates of obligation for waterworks and sewer improvements, ordering a May 3, 2025 general election for mayor and two council seats, and calling a special election on a charter commission. The council also extended the BlackJack Disposal contract, approved a storage building purchase up to $5,000, and appointed Brant Bennett to the EDC board. All votes were unanimous 4-0, with Councilmember Vaughan absent and later reported as resigned.

• Approved consent agenda including Dec 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Brant Bennett to EDC Board (4-0)
• Approved Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan (4-0)
• Accepted FY24 audit engagement letter from Scott, Singleton, Fincher & Co. (4-0)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Rogers as UDC liaison (4-0)
• Approved storage building purchase up to $5,000 (4-0)
• Extended BlackJack Disposal contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 01212025 for $4.1M CO notice (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Crandall Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Corporation will review financial reports and an administrative hiring plan. The board will enter executive session to deliberate on financial incentives for several business prospects and personnel matters regarding an interim director consultant.

• Deliberations on economic development negotiations for Project 202501, Project 202502, Project River Ridge, Project Cox, and Project HOT
• Review of the Administrative Assistant Hiring Action Plan
• Discussion of a proposed 380 agreement with River Ridge Commercial development
• December 2024 Financial Report and City of Crandall Long-Term Financial Strategy for Utilities
• Personnel deliberation regarding the EDC Interim Director Consultant