{
 "city": "DeSoto",
 "state": "Texas",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/desototexas.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-06",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Domestic Violence Advisory Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to review crime statistics and discuss strategic plan for domestic violence prevention",
   "summary": "The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission will review recent crime statistics, conduct a financial review, and discuss updates on its strategic plan implementation, including a dashboard follow-up. The agenda also covers social media/marketing efforts, community engagement events (S.O.S. Event, DPAC follow-up, Genesis First Women's Brunch), and training initiatives. No formal votes or actions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-1097",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on permit for auto repair shop at 1027 E. Belt Line Road",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a minor automobile repair shop on 0.809 acres at 1027 E. Belt Line Road, which is currently zoned General Retail but designated Medium Density Residential in the Comprehensive Plan. They will also discuss diagnostic findings for the update to the City's Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and consider recommending approval of the Parks Residential Subdivision preliminary plat for 10 residential lots at 541 S. Parks Drive.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1095",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "Library Board",
   "headline": "Library Board to hear reports, no action items",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board meets to approve minutes from April 2, 2026, and hear reports from the Library Director, Staff Liaison, and City Council Liaison. The board has no items for consideration or vote. Public forum is open for non-agenda comments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07022026-1094",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on 200-unit rental subdivision at N. Westmoreland Rd.",
   "summary": "The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Planned Development (PD-202) for a 24.274-acre site at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd. The project would rezone from SF-15 to Multiple Family base zoning to allow 200 rental dwelling units (66 duplexes, 134 detached single-family homes). Staff recommends approval, but written protests representing 28% of nearby property area require a supermajority City Council vote. The commission will also consider minutes from prior meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1092",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Citizens Police Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review body worn camera policy",
   "summary": "The Citizens Police Advisory Committee will review Policy 110.019 regarding body worn cameras and recording devices. They will also approve minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting and set the next meeting agenda. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1091",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board to consider variances for lot at 1001 Crestwood Court",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Adan Tellez, on behalf of Blue Stairs, LLC, for property at 1001 Crestwood Court. The applicant seeks an 18-foot variance to minimum lot width and a 26-foot variance to minimum lot depth in the SF-9 district. The board previously denied a similar request on May 7, 2026. Staff recommends approval.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1090",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board to hear updates on sports associations, ARC, and finances",
   "summary": "This special meeting includes a consent agenda to approve the May 6, 2026, minutes and a series of informational updates from sports associations, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), the DeSoto Development Corporation (DDC), and the finance department. No rezonings, contract awards, or fee changes are scheduled for a vote.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-1093",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Civil Service Commission",
   "headline": "Police and fire updates, exam discussions on Civil Service agenda",
   "summary": "The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes and receive updates from the police and fire chiefs. Discussions are planned on the police officer entrance exam and corporal promotion exam. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or budgets are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-1089",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Domestic Violence Advisory Commission",
   "headline": "DeSoto Domestic Violence Advisory Commission reviews crime stats and strategic plan",
   "summary": "The commission will review crime statistics and financial updates, discuss strategic plan implementation, social media/marketing, community engagement for the June 18th event, bylaws, and training. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1085",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06112026-1085",
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "DeSoto Development Corporation",
   "headline": "Board to discuss incentives for five projects in executive session",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Development Corporation board will consider approving consent agenda items including minutes and financial statements for April 2026. New business includes a finance status report and discussion of Opportunity Zone designations. The board will then enter executive session to deliberate potential financial incentives for five economic development projects (Rover, Winter, Lyme, Parker, Brew) and receive an update on Project PGA. Any necessary action resulting from the executive session will be taken in open session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1088",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Veterans Affairs Committee",
   "headline": "Veterans Affairs Committee reviews year-long plan and events",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Veterans Affairs Committee will review minutes, discuss new and old business, and update the year-long plan. Topics include a Boards & Commissions Banquet presentation, Wreaths Across America, Purple Heart banners, and planning for Memorial Day and Veterans Day events. No ordinances or financial actions are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1076",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Veterans Affairs Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review year-long events plan and banquet presentation",
   "summary": "The Veterans Affairs Committee will discuss and review the year-long plan including Memorial Day events, Veterans Day Breakfast, and a presentation for the Boards & Commissions Banquet. Old business includes updates on Wreaths Across America and Purple Heart banners. No financial votes or ordinances are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1075",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Civil Service Commission",
   "headline": "Civil Service Commission to discuss Firefighter/Paramedic entrance exam",
   "summary": "The Civil Service Commission will hear updates from the Director, Police Chief, and Fire Chief, and discuss the Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam. The Commission will also approve minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting and schedule the next meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1083",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Zoning Board to consider lot width and depth variances at 1001 Crestwood Court",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application for variances to minimum lot width (18-foot variance) and lot depth (26-foot variance) for a proposed single-family home at 1001 Crestwood Court. Staff recommends approval. The consent agenda item (approval of minutes) has been cancelled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042026-1078",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Library Board",
   "headline": "Library Board holds procedural meeting with no action items",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board will convene for a regular session that includes approving minutes from April 2, 2026, receiving reports from the library director, staff liaison, and city council liaison, and opening the floor for public comment. No items were listed for discussion or consideration, making this a purely procedural meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042026-1079",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "DeSoto Park Board special meeting canceled",
   "summary": "This June 3, 2026, special meeting of the DeSoto Park Board has been canceled. No board decisions or discussions took place.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1074",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Cultural Arts Foundation",
   "headline": "Cultural Arts Foundation reviews projects, July 4th, and budget",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation will discuss approval of May minutes, review budget account balances, follow up on traffic signal box art, debrief the AAPI Festival, evaluate July 4th logistics, discuss potential 2026-2027 projects, and receive status updates on Mirkes Park partnership, Nance Farm RFB, Veterans Memorial, Grimes Park sculpture, and DAL Artists.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-1082",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Building & Standards Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to decide demolition order for substandard house on Wintergreen",
   "summary": "The Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to determine whether the property at 301 E. Wintergreen Rd. is substandard and, if so, issue an order requiring demolition within 30 days. Staff reports the structure has a hole in the roof, boarded windows, trash, and no improvements despite multiple notices.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-1073",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "Domestic Violence Advisory Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to vote on strategic plan, bylaws, and officer positions",
   "summary": "The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission will consider approving its strategic plan, bylaws, and electing officers including chair, vice-chair, and secretary. Members will also vote on marketing materials and social media accounts and discuss funding for meeting transcription software.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1064",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Veterans Affairs Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss Memorial Day events and Purple Heart banners",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Veterans Affairs Committee will meet to review minutes from March and discuss new business. Items include a City Secretary's Office presentation, plans for Purple Heart banners, and a year-long plan update. The committee will also review the Vietnam Memorial and plan Memorial Day activities including a walk/run and ceremony.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-1071",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05112026-1071",
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-07",
   "body": "Library Board",
   "headline": "DeSoto Library Board meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The May 7, 2026 regular session of the DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board has been cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items with no discussion or consideration items listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05072026-1062",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "DeSoto Park Board holds special session on May 6, 2026",
   "summary": "The Park Board will conduct a special session including updates from the ARC and DDC. The meeting includes reports on sports association concerns and various department updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-1067",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05062026-1067",
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Cultural Arts Foundation",
   "headline": "Board to discuss project statuses for Mirkes Park, Nance Farm, Veterans Memorial",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation will review minutes from April 6, 2026, and discuss the budget, including the DTCAF account balance from the City. They will also address traffic signal box art locations, plan the AAPI Festival and Juneteenth event (June 14 in Lancaster), and discuss July 4th table/tent logistics. Updates will be given on multiple projects: Mirkes Park partnership with Parks & Rec (Sun Dial), Nance Farm RFB, Veterans Memorial, Grimes Park sculpture/statue, and DAL Artists.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-1081",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05042026-1081",
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Citizens Police Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Police advisory committee to review holding facility policy",
   "summary": "The Citizens Police Advisory Committee will review Policy 504.001, the Holding Facility Policy, as a new business item. The committee will also approve minutes from its March 23 meeting and set holiday meeting dates for the year.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-1060",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "Domestic Violence Advisory Commission",
   "headline": "DVAC to discuss strategic plan, marketing, and vote on officers",
   "summary": "The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission will discuss updates and next steps on creating a strategic plan, social media, marketing, community engagement, training, bylaws review, and onboarding binder. The commission will also vote on officers including co-chair, secretary, treasurer, and parliamentarian at a future regular meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04222026-548",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-09",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04092026-942",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-09",
   "body": "DeSoto Development Corporation",
   "headline": "Board to discuss Thorntree Golf Club economic development in executive session",
   "summary": "The DeSoto Development Corporation board will convene in closed executive session to discuss economic development negotiations regarding Thorntree Golf Club. Following that, the board will reconvene into regular session to consider consent agenda items (approval of minutes and financial statements) and new business, including a finance report, parks update, strategic plan development, and an update on the Hampton Road Corridor redevelopment RFQ.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04092026-635",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desototexas.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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}