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Cross Roads public meetings in 2025

23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Town Council

Council to consider rezoning 111.57 acres from Agricultural to Single‑Family 1

The Town Council will approve the November 2025 monthly financial report and the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. Two public hearings will be held: one on a demolition contract for a substandard building at 1400 Oak Point Drive, and another on a zoning amendment for approximately 111.57 acres west of Naylor Road. The council will also discuss land‑use assumptions and a possible roadway impact fee.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to hear rezoning of 141‑acre Scorburg site

The commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider a recommendation to the Town Council on the Scorburg Company’s application to rezone approximately 141 acres from Agricultural to Single Family 1 and Single Family 2 (Permit #2900). Staff recommends approval of the rezoning. The meeting will also consider approval of the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes and receive staff reports on development projects.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved zoning amendment for Scorburg Company and prior meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes of the November 4, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. The commission also approved a recommendation to the Town Council to amend the zoning of about 141 acres owned by the Scorburg Company from Agricultural to Single Family 1 and Single Family 2, passing 6‑0. No other actions were taken.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Town Council

Council to consider rezoning 85.06 acres to Planned Development District

The Town Council will review and vote on several items, including the October 2025 financial report and meeting minutes. Public hearings will be held on the demolition of substandard buildings at 1400 Oak Point Drive and on a proposed rezoning of 85.06 acres to a Planned Development District. Additional hearings will consider amendments to the Code of Ordinances and a final plat for a new residential lot at 551 Keyes Lane.

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✓ Decided: Council approved zoning amendment for 85.06 acres to Planned Development District

The Town Council unanimously approved a zoning change converting 85.06 acres to a Planned Development District. It also unanimously adopted ordinance amendments to Chapters 14, 10, and 13 of the Code of Ordinances. A final plat for a 1.007‑acre residential lot at 551 Keyes Lane was approved, and the demolition contract for the substandard building at 1400 Oak Point Drive was tabled until Dec. 15, 2025.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

Town proposes new rules for mobile, temporary and cottage food vendors

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss recommendations to the Town Council on several ordinance amendments, including updates to the Unified Development Code for food vendors, a parkland dedication fee, and utilities design standards. The meeting also includes a staff report on development projects, approval of prior meeting minutes, and recommendations on specific land use applications such as a final plat at 551 Keyes Lane and zoning changes for large parcels. No final actions will be taken by the Town Council at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved rezoning 85.06 acres to Planned Development District

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several code amendments and a final plat, and it voted to rezone 85.06 acres to a Planned Development District. The commission also approved the meeting minutes and tabled a separate zoning amendment request. All actions were taken with recorded vote tallies.

Mon Oct 20, 2025

Town Council

Public hearing on specific use permit for 2‑acre parcel at 11701 US 380

The Town Council will consider approval of the September 2025 monthly financial reports, including sales tax and revenue figures. Council will vote on a resolution to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company’s proposed rate increase. They will discuss and act on adopting minimum insurance guidelines for contracts and amending the town’s master fee schedule. Two public hearings will be held—one on a specific use permit for a 2‑acre parcel at 11701 US 380 (Permit #2895) and another on demolition of substandard buildings at 1400 Oak Point Drive.

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✓ Decided: Council denied Oncor Electric Delivery rate increase

The Town Council approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company's rate increase. The council also approved a specific‑use permit for 11701 US 380, appointed a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee, and authorized audit and professional service contracts. The demolition of substandard buildings at 1400 Oak Point Drive was tabled until the November 17 meeting.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

P&Z to consider permit for mobile coffee trailer at 11701 US 380

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend a Specific Use Permit for a mobile coffee trailer. The body will also hold a work session to discuss Unified Development Code changes and legal operating procedures.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves coffee trailer permit and meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑to‑0 vote. It also approved a specific‑use permit for a mobile coffee trailer on the 11701 US 380 parcel, also by a 3‑to‑0 vote. No public comments were made during the hearing.

Sat Oct 4, 2025

Town Council

Town Council retreat to discuss FY 2025 & 2026 budgets and town planning

The Cross Roads Town Council will hold a full‑day retreat on October 4, 2025. Council members will review the FY 2025 budget, the FY 2026 budget, and a range of topics including the strategic plan, land‑use plan, infrastructure, public safety, parks, code enforcement, fees, GIS, roads, future development, and human‑resources matters. The retreat may include an executive‑session consultation with the town attorney as allowed by Texas Government Code §551.071. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 4:00 p.m.

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✓ Decided: Town Council retreat discussed budgets and services, no decisions made

The council met for a retreat on October 4, 2025 at the town hall. Members discussed the FY 2025 and FY 2026 budgets, liaison reports, strategic and land‑use plans, future facility needs, and updates from fire, police, parks and administration. No motions were presented, and no votes or approvals were recorded.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Town Council

Town Council to consider zoning amendment for 37.2‑acre Planned Development

The Cross Roads Town Council will approve the town’s August 2025 financial reports and adopt a resolution declaring Atmos Energy rates unreasonable. The council will hold public hearings on a specific‑use permit for a 2‑acre parcel (Permit #2895) and on amending zoning for 37.2 acres to a Planned Development District (Permit #2897). Additional items include discussion of interlocal agreements for code enforcement and TxDOT Opticom installation, and a contract with Consolidated Traffic Controls for Opticom purchase.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approved contract to purchase and install Opticoms traffic system

The council approved several items, including the consent agenda, zoning amendments, interlocal agreements, and a traffic‑control contract. A specific use permit was tabled until the October 20 meeting, and the Greater Yield strategic plan was shelved. Executive session actions approved the town administrator and police chief contracts.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved zoning amendment for 37.2 acres to Planned Development District

The commission unanimously approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a specific‑use permit for a mobile coffee trailer with a 90‑day limit that can be extended by the mayor. The commission voted 4‑0 to amend zoning on 37.2 acres from Commercial 2 and Agricultural to a Planned Development District. Finally, it approved a final plat for a 59.48‑acre residential subdivision creating 44 one‑acre lots.

Mon Aug 18, 2025

Town Council

Town Council to discuss FY 2025-2026 budget and several land development plats

The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, a zoning amendment for 33.87 acres at US 380 and Naylor Road, and potential demolition at 1400 Oak Point Drive. The body will also consider several plat applications and agreements for town infrastructure and planning.

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✓ Decided: Town Council dissolves Parks Board and approves key development agreements

The council voted unanimously to dissolve the Parks Board and form a volunteer Parks Committee. It denied a variance request for 800 Bridle Ridge Ranch Road (3‑1). Several zoning and development actions were approved, including a zoning amendment for 33.87 acres, a FY 2025‑2026 budget, and multiple plat applications. Interlocal and professional service agreements for the East‑West Collector and the Town Park Master Plan were also approved.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Municipal Development District

✓ Decided: Approved FY 2026 MDD budget and authorized GIS and park master plan

The board approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0). It authorized the Town Administrator to fund a GIS program with Cultivate Geospatial Solutions, LLC (3-0). It also authorized a Phase 1 Master Plan for Cross Roads Town Park with Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (3-0). Finally, the FY 2026 Municipal Development District budget was approved (3-0).

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved zoning amendment for 33.87‑acre market square to Planned Development District

The Planning & Zoning Commission welcomed DeShawyna Walker as the new Town Secretary and unanimously approved the July 1 meeting minutes. It then approved recommendations to Town Council for a preliminary plat (1.007 acre), a final plat (9.34 acre), a replat (7.31 acre), and a zoning amendment converting 33.87 acres of the Cross Roads Market Square to a Planned Development District. All actions passed with a 3‑to‑0 vote.

Fri Jul 25, 2025

Town Council

✓ Decided: Town Council held a three‑day retreat to discuss budgets and planning

The Cross Roads Town Council convened a retreat from July 25 to July 27, 2025, with daily sessions each morning. Council members discussed the FY 2025 budget, the FY 2026 proposed budget, strategic plan components, land‑use planning, infrastructure, roads, fire, police, code enforcement, and future development. Each day’s session was adjourned in the afternoon. No formal motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

Town Council

✓ Decided: Council votes 3-2 to approve demolition of 1400 Oak Point Drive home

The council approved the demolition of the substandard building at 1400 Oak Point Drive and authorized the town administrator to place a lien on the property. The consent agenda, including June financial reports and an Oncor rate‑increase resolution, was approved unanimously. Additional unanimous actions included approving a commercial‑lot subdivision, multiple engineering service contracts, a regional sporting‑event interlocal agreement, and sustaining the chief of police’s personnel decision.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission recommended approval of multiple development plats, all passing 4‑0

The commission approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then recommended the Town Council approve a replat for a 17.35‑acre commercial parcel, a site plan for an 11.69‑acre Lowe’s project, a final plat for a 7.31‑acre commercial parcel, a preliminary plat for a 9.34‑acre residential parcel, and a final plat for a 24.96‑acre residential parcel. Each recommendation passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

Mon Jun 16, 2025

Town Council

✓ Decided: Town Council approved several zoning applications, including a 24.96‑acre residential plan.

The council unanimously approved multiple Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations for commercial and residential plats, including a 24.96‑acre residential development. A final plat for a 7.31‑acre parcel was approved by a 4‑to‑1 vote. The Oak Point substandard‑building hearing was continued to the July 21 meeting with instructions to obtain demolition bids. Consent agenda items, including May 2025 financial reports and meeting minutes, also passed unanimously.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Municipal Development District

✓ Decided: Town Administrator authorized $85,000 road impact fee program

The board approved the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It authorized the Town Administrator to fund and amend the budget for a Roadway Impact Fee Program with Freese and Nichols for $85,000 (4‑0). It also approved funding for training and travel expenses up to $5,000 (4‑0) and for GIS services up to $40,000 (4‑0).

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission recommended approval of 24.96‑acre residential final plat (4‑0)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted to recommend approval to the Town Council for six separate land‑use applications, including a 24.96‑acre residential final plat for 21 lots. All recommendations passed unanimously with a 4‑to‑0 vote.

Wed May 14, 2025

Town Council

✓ Decided: Council appointed Mayor Pro Tem, approved zoning, and ordered demolition of building

The Town Council appointed Council Member David Meek as Mayor Pro Tem and approved several development and financial items. It adopted an order declaring the 1400 Oak Point Drive structure substandard, giving owners 30 days to repair or demolish it and imposing daily penalties for non‑compliance. The council also approved zoning amendments, a preliminary plat, a replat, denied an appeal on a tree‑removal penalty, and approved a financial services agreement with ZacFinance.

Tue May 6, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved three commercial development proposals

The commission approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes with changes (5‑0). It recommended and approved a zoning amendment for 11.69 acres of C2 commercial land (5‑0). It also recommended and approved a preliminary plat for a 7.310‑acre parcel and a replat for a 2.122‑acre parcel, both for commercial use (each 5‑0).

Sat Apr 26, 2025

Town Council

✓ Decided: Town council retreat held; no decisions were made

The Cross Roads Town Council met on April 26, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. for a retreat. Council members discussed agenda items such as the FY 2025 budget, FY 2026 proposed budget, strategic plan components, land use plan components, infrastructure, roads, fire, police and administration updates, code enforcement, fees, GIS, and personnel matters. The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

Town Council

✓ Decided: Town Council unanimously approved multiple zoning changes and development actions

The council approved park dumpster improvements and amended building regulations to address substandard buildings. It also approved zoning changes for three parcels, a preliminary plat for a 59.48‑acre residential development, and an amendment to the agreement with Denton ISD. Additionally, the council authorized hiring an interim services firm and an executive search firm for the Town Secretary position and accepted the resignation of the former Town Secretary.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission recommended approval of three zoning changes and a residential plat

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted to recommend approval of two Agricultural‑to‑C2 commercial zoning changes at 7800 and 7950 US 380, and one Agricultural‑to‑SF1 residential change at 2400 Fishtrap Road. The commission also recommended approval of a preliminary plat for 43 residential lots on the 59.48‑acre Fishtrap Road parcel, contingent on final drainage plans. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.