Ennis public meetings in 2023

Board and Commission Meetings

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on current projects and the Tim Gauna Park Project. The meeting includes a year-in-review report and discussion regarding 2024 recreation schedules, policies, and opportunities.

• Update on the Tim Gauna Park Project
• Year-in-review Projects Report
• Year-in-review Recreation Report
• Discussion of 2024 recreation schedules and policies
• Board Member reappointments and term updates

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corporation will review director reports including sales tax analysis and residential development updates. The board will also consider approving the November monthly financial report and meeting minutes.

• Small Business Catalyst Grant for El Santo Kamaron in the amount of $8,083.06
• Approval of November monthly financial report
• Approval of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Sales Tax Analysis Report and Residential Development Matrix

Board and Commission Meetings

The joint meeting includes discussions regarding a strategic plan overview and legislative updates. The commissions will also review roles, responsibilities, and various development processes.

• Strategic Plan Overview
• Review of roles for City Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, Staff, and Applicants
• Residential Development Update
• Planned Developments discussion
• Public Improvement Districts and Future Land Use updates

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss strategic planning, legislative updates, and roles and responsibilities. The meeting also includes discussions regarding residential development, planned developments, and future land use plans.

• Strategic Plan Overview
• Residential Development Update
• Planned Developments discussion
• Public Improvement Districts discussion
• Future Land Use Plan Update

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Main Street Board will meet to discuss updates regarding tourism, the EDC, and city commissioners. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the November 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of November 8, 2023 minutes
• Review of Main Street Work Plan project leads
• Updates on tourism and EDC

Board and Commission Meetings

The board will meet to consider and act on approving the annual report. An executive session is scheduled to deliberate regarding real estate and economic development negotiations for Project Provo.

• Approval of the annual report
• Executive session: Real estate deliberation (Project Provo)
• Executive session: Economic development negotiations (Project Provo)

Board and Commission Meetings

This is a briefing and work session for the Ennis City Commission. The commission will discuss updates regarding Park Street traffic calming and hold a discussion on parkland dedication.

• Park Street Traffic Calming Update
• Parkland Dedication Discussion

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss several zoning permits, including a battery energy storage system on Clemmons Road and a motorcycle business on West Highway 287. The meeting also includes decisions on police equipment purchases, airport development funding, and various grant agreements.

• Purchase of Polaris Ranger UTV for Police Department up to $38,444.73
• Public hearing for battery energy storage system on Clemmons Road
• Funding up to $71,000.00 for Ennis Airport business plan via Project ALP Ennis
• Grant agreement with The Heights Ellis County Advocacy Center for $50,000
• Grant agreement with Ennis C.A.R.E.S. for $75,000

Board and Commission Meetings

The Museum Board will meet to receive an update on museum repairs and discuss plans for an upcoming Open House. The board will also discuss ongoing topics and approve the September 26, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Update on museum repairs
• Discussion of Open House plans
• Approval of September 26, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a final plat for the Prairie View Subdivision. The proposal includes 139 residential and 6 non-residential lots on approximately 43.091 acres near Liska Road and Ensign Road.

• Public hearing for Phase 1a of Prairie View Subdivision (P&Z Case No. 23.10.27)
• Approval of November 13, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Executive session to consult with City Attorney regarding commission authority and legislative updates

Zoning Board of Adjustment Calendar

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property in the Neighborhood Conservation District. The request seeks to allow a single-family home on a 3,906.25 square foot lot instead of the required 5,000 square feet.

• Public hearing for variance request at 903 Quinlan Ave
• Approval of October 25, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will review library statistics and discuss potential library renovations. The board will also share information regarding recent and upcoming programs.

• Approval of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report of library statistics
• Discussion of library renovation
• Review of recent and upcoming programs

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding specific use permits for a battery energy storage system and a motorcycle sales business. The commission will also review preliminary plats for two different land developments.

• Specific Use Permit for a 50-megawatt Battery Energy Storage System on Clemmons Road
• Specific Use Permit for Off The Streetz Trikez at 10561 W Highway 287
• Preliminary Plat for a 9.85-acre tract at the northwest corner of US 287 and SH 34
• Preliminary Plat for a 0.9206-acre tract at N Breckenridge St and E Tyler St

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Main Street Board will meet to discuss the Autumn Daze Festival recap and an EISD update. The board is also scheduled to consider approving the Main Street Work Plan and the Main Street Board Accountability Agreement.

• Approval of October 4, 2023 minutes
• Review of Main Street Work Plan
• Review of Main Street Board Accountability Agreement
• Discussion of Ennis Autumn Daze Festival recap

Board and Commission Meetings

This is a notice of a briefing session for the Ennis City Commission. The session will include discussions regarding board and commission appointments and a review of regular agenda items.

• Board and Commission appointment discussion

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider several resolutions regarding police equipment, a new community services center, and the Hollow Subdivision. The agenda also includes proposed ordinances for animal regulations and tree clearance near streets.

• Resolution for Dispatch Console #3 upgrade up to $112,767.53
• Police Command Vehicle upgrade contract with Maltech Fleet Services up to $45,000
• Appointment of Steele & Freeman, Inc. for Ennis Community Services Center at $1,312,618 plus 3.4% GMP
• Amended Development Agreement with Lackland Holdings LLC for the Hollow Subdivision
• Purchase of shop ceiling fans from Reeder Distributors for $23,290.00

Board and Commission Meetings

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on current projects, including the status of the Tim Gauna Park Project. The meeting also includes finalizing details for the 2023 Ennis Arbor Day Event and a presentation regarding the Tree City USA Application.

• Tim Gauna Park Project status update
• Finalizing 2023 Ennis Arbor Day Event details
• Tree City USA Application presentation

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to review the upcoming calendar and discuss various board and commission updates. The session also includes discussions regarding the Outdoor Warning System and The Hollows PID.

• Outdoor Warning System update
• The Hollows PID discussion
• Board and Commission update and discussion

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review a zoning change for a 62.45-acre parcel and several service contracts. Items include an engineering contract for roadway management and a water rate design study.

• Rezoning of 62.45 acres from multi-family, single-family, and light industrial to mixed-use Planned Development
• $147,205.00 contract with Roadway Asset Services, LLC for roadway pavement management engineering
• Water and Wastewater Cost of Service and Rate Design Study with NewGen Strategies & Solutions not to exceed $55,000
• Awarding of FY 2024 Annual Fuel Bid to Avenue Fuel Distributors for gasoline and diesel
• Amending the FY 2024 Budget with a $55,000 supplemental appropriation to the Utility Fund

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will meet to discuss real estate and economic development negotiations in executive session. The board will also consider renewing the Tax Abatement Policy and approving two grant close-outs.

• Public hearing and consideration of Tax Abatement Policy renewal
• $4,933.10 Facade Grant close-out for 209 N Dallas St
• $17,238.69 Small Business Catalyst Grant close-out for Granny Dee’s
• Executive session regarding Project Ryegrass, Project Provo, and Project X

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Main Street Board will meet to discuss the Autumn Daze Festival and an EISD update. The board is also scheduled to consider approving the Main Street Work Plan and the Main Street Board Accountability Agreement.

• Approval of May 3, 2023 minutes
• Review of Main Street Work Plan
• Review of Main Street Board Accountability Agreement
• Discussion regarding Ennis Autumn Daze Festival

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to discuss the Fire Department shift schedule and receive an update on the TML Conference. This is a work session and does not include citizen comments.

• Fire Department Shift Schedule Discussion
• TML Conference Update

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for heavy industrial use and a sand and gravel mining permit. The meeting also includes discussions on various municipal contracts, grant close-outs, and updates to the municipal fee schedule.

• Rezoning 106.44 acres between Sand Lake Road and Trinity River from Agricultural to Heavy Industrial
• Approval of a Specific Use Permit for sand and gravel mining on 106.44 acres
• Amendment to library renovation contract establishing a maximum price of $6,923,651.00
• Grant close-outs for historic preservation at 110 W Knox St ($71,983.70) and 211 W Knox St ($186,107.49)
• Sale of 0.1429 acres in the Industrial Park to Oncor Electric Delivery for $9,336.00

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will meet to discuss real estate negotiations and economic development projects. The board will also review financial reports and consider approving multiple grant close-outs for historic preservation and facade improvements.

• Sale of 0.1429 acres in the industrial park to Oncor Electric Delivery for $9,336.00
• Facade grant close-out for 112 W Knox St (rear) for $7,500.00
• Facade grant close-out for 112 W Knox St (side) for $7,500.00
• Historic Preservation grant close-out for 211 W Knox St for $186,107.49
• Historic Preservation grant close-out for 110 W Knox St for $71,983.70

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review library statistics and recent or upcoming programs. The board will also hold a discussion regarding library renovation plans.

• Discussion of library renovation plans
• Report of library statistics
• Review of recent and upcoming programs
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change request for a Planned Development. The proposal includes single-family residential, multi-family, and commercial uses on 62.45 acres.

• Public hearing for rezoning Arnold St and I-45 Planned Development (Case No. 23.07.17)
• Approval of August 28, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Keep Ennis Beautiful board will discuss and approve minutes from previous meetings, review completed event updates, and plan for future initiatives including community presentations and environmental programs.

• Approving June 12 and July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussing Love my Lawn program updates
• Kick off of Fall Sweep on September 11

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to discuss tree trimming and review upcoming regular meeting agenda items. The commission will also enter an executive session with the City Attorney regarding the Stout property condemnation and acquisitions.

• Discussion of tree trimming
• Executive session regarding Stout property condemnation and acquisitions
• Discussion of right of way and easements on approximately 87.97 acres at Ennis Parkway and U.S. Highway 287

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024 property tax rate and discuss ordinances for adopting the annual budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a construction contract for water line relocation and a software purchase.

• Public Hearing on the FY 2024 Proposed Property Tax Rate
• Ordinance to adopt the FY 2024 Annual Budget
• Construction contract with WM Miller Construction Co., Inc. for Ennis Avenue Waterline Relocation up to $377,576.16
• Purchase of OpenGov software suite and implementation services not to exceed $408,347.00
• Legal consultation regarding Stout property condemnation and acquisitions of approximately 87.97 acres

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a request by Heidelberg Materials Southwest, LLC. The items involve changing the zoning of 106.44 acres from Agricultural to Heavy Industrial and Manufacturing and requesting a specific use permit for sand and gravel mining.

• Zoning change from 'A' Agricultural to 'H-IM' Heavy Industrial and Manufacturing for 106.44 acres between Sand Lake Road and the Trinity River
• Specific Use Permit (SUP) for sand and gravel mining on 106.44 acres between Sand Lake Road and the Trinity River
• Approval of July 24, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Airport Board will review the proposed airport budget for the 2023/2024 period. The meeting also includes updates on maintenance, the Airport Layout Plan (ALP), and a manager's report.

• Proposed Airport Budget 2023/2024
• Airport Layout Plan (ALP) update
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on current projects and the Tim Gauna Park Project. The board will also review lake and water body ordinances and consider forming a subcommittee to plan for future ordinance amendments.

• Status update on the Tim Gauna Park Project
• Review of current lake and other water body ordinances
• Consideration of appointing 2 or 3 members to an ordinance amendment subcommittee
• Presentation of the 2023 Shade Ennis Tree Campaign

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a brief work session to receive an update on capital projects and review items for the regular agenda. No formal decisions are scheduled for this session.

• Capital Projects Update

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 proposed budget. The meeting also includes a discussion on a negotiated settlement for the Atmos 2023 Rate Review Mechanism Filing.

• Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2024 City of Ennis Proposed Budget
• Resolution: Negotiated settlement regarding Atmos 2023 Rate Review Mechanism Filing
• Ordinance: Abandoning a portion of an existing 15' public utility easement
• Executive Session: Consultation regarding American Medical Response, Inc. ambulance services contract

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will hold a public hearing regarding the approval of the FY 23-24 Annual Budget. The board will also review several facade grant close-outs and a $25,000 expenditure for the TSTC Workforce Development Program.

• Approval of the EDC FY 23-24 Annual Budget
• $25,000 expenditure for the TSTC Workforce Development Program
• Facade grant close-outs for 200 W Ennis Ave. ($7,500.00)
• Multiple facade grant close-outs for 211 W Knox St.
• July monthly financial report approval

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a plan to redistribute voting wards. The meeting also includes discussions on a $2,000,000 ARPA grant agreement and a construction contract for an elevated storage tank.

• Public hearing for an ordinance adopting a redistricting plan for Single Member District Voting Wards
• Discussion of a $2,000,000 ARPA Community Grant Agreement for a 1,000,000-gallon elevated storage tank
• Proposed contract with Caldwell Tanks, Inc. for the water tank not to exceed $5,635,400.00
• Resolution to accept $37,600 in funds from Drug Prevention Resources
• Proposal of a property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to receive updates on several city matters. Topics include proposed changes to animal control ordinances and the migration of employee email to Outlook.

• Proposed ordinance changes regarding Animal Control
• Updates on non-profit organizations
• Employee email migration to Outlook

Board and Commission Meetings

The Redistricting Committee will hold a workshop to review proposed redistricting plans. The meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2023.

• Review of proposed redistricting plans

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a final plat for the Pegasus Addition. The project involves two lots totaling approximately 11.04 acres in the Corridor Commercial District.

• Public hearing for Pegasus Addition final plat (P&Z Case No. 23.06.27)
• Approval of June 12, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion regarding P&Z and City Commission coordination

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will meet for a briefing session to review regular agenda items and receive updates on board appointments. The meeting includes closed executive sessions to consult with the City Attorney and discuss economic development negotiations.

• Board and Commission Appointments and Reappointments Update
• Legal consultation regarding 101 SW Main Chapter 54 Proceedings
• Legal consultation regarding Ambulance Services Contract with American Medical Response, Inc.
• Legal consultation regarding Redistricting - Voting Rights Act Section 2
• Economic development negotiations for Project Ryegrass

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold public hearings on several land use items, including rezoning a 51.72-acre lot for heavy industrial use and reviewing new voting ward maps. The meeting also includes discussions on amending noise regulations and updating waste disposal services.

• Public hearing on redistricting maps and plans for City Commission voting wards
• Rezoning 51.72 acres along East State Highway 34 from Agricultural to Heavy Industrial
• Approval of a $24,820 grant for the Ennis Public Library to expand digital collections
• Resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to increase distribution rates
• Ordinance to amend City Code regarding noise regulations

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review library statistics and recent or upcoming programs. The board will also hold a discussion regarding library renovation plans.

• Approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Report of library statistics
• Discussion of library renovation plans
• Review of recent and upcoming programs

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Airport Board will meet to discuss the scope and timing of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an airport layout plan. The board will also hold elections for the positions of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

• Discussion of Airport Layout Plan RFQ scope and timing
• Election of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

Board and Commission Meetings

The Keep Ennis Beautiful Board will meet to consider approving minutes from July 12, 2023, and receive updates on various programs. The meeting includes reviews of completed events and planning for upcoming community activities.

• Approval of July 12, 2023, minutes
• Program updates for Community Gardening, Love my Lawn, and Paint the Town
• Review of July 1 Ennis Farmers Market and Buy Nothing Back to School shirt swap
• Upcoming Volleyball Tournaments on July 22 and August 5
• Upcoming Trash to Treasure craft event on July 29

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission is scheduled for a workshop session on June 27, 2023. The agenda includes discussions regarding the city budget and redistricting.

• Budget workshop
• Redistricting workshop

Board and Commission Meetings

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive updates on current projects. The agenda includes a status update on the Tim Gauna Park Project RFQ and discussions regarding development plans for Rogers & Maise Park.

• Tim Gauna Park Project RFQ status update
• Rogers & Maise Park expansion and development plans
• Recreation Report

Board and Commission Meetings

This is a briefing and work session for the Ennis City Commission. The meeting includes updates from the City Manager on public works and Fire Station #2, as well as updates from the City Secretary regarding software and redistricting.

• Fire Station #2 Project Update
• Public Works Project Update
• Assistant City Manager Search
• Redistricting Update - HB3613
• Executive Session regarding consultation with attorney on contemplated litigation

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss multiple resolutions regarding construction, equipment purchases, and professional services. Items include a transmission line project, sanitation truck procurement, and park design services.

• Construction contract for 18” Transmission Line Phase 1 not to exceed $2,635,432.50
• Purchase of Automated Side Load Sanitation Truck and hardware not to exceed $445,470.15
• Professional design services for Tim Gauna Park not to exceed $306,700.00
• Secure Server System hardware and software costs not to exceed $233,674.67
• Electrical improvements for Water Treatment Plant Generator not to exceed $50,600.00

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will review May financial reports and project updates. The board will also consider approving a facade grant close-out for 1604 N Kaufman St.

• $7,500 Facade Grant close-out for 1604 N Kaufman St.
• Project updates for Project Ryegrass, Project Provo, and Project 460
• May monthly financial report
• Sales Tax Analysis Report
• Residential Development Matrix

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a final plat for a multi-family addition at 1000 N Sonoma Trail. The commission will also consider requests for heavy industrial zoning and a special use permit for sand and gravel mining along East State Highway 34.

• Final plat approval for the 16.654-acre Sonoma Trail Multi-Family Addition at 1000 N Sonoma Trail
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Heavy Industrial and Manufacturing for 51.72 acres along East State Highway 34
• Special Use Permit for sand and gravel mining on 51.72 acres along East State Highway 34
• Approval of the April 24, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Keep Ennis Beautiful Board will meet to consider approving the May 8, 2023, meeting minutes and conduct a budget review. The board will also discuss various program updates including urban foraging, community gardening, and rainwater harvesting.

• Approval of May 8, 2023, minutes
• Budget review
• Discussion of urban foraging and community gardening programs
• Updates on the #23KEB Summer Litter Cleanup Contest
• Upcoming July events including Ennis Farmers Market and spirit shirt swap

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to discuss several city matters. Topics include an update on the waste disposal agreement, a discussion regarding the noise ordinance, and a discussion concerning no parking at CertainTeed.

• Waste Disposal Agreement update
• Noise Ordinance discussion
• CertainTeed - No Parking discussion

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss multiple construction contracts and two property annexation petitions. The agenda also includes reviewing airport project agreements and fire station improvements.

• Annexation of 4.077 acres at 3300 Country Club Road
• Annexation of 48.822 acres near US Highway 287 and Interstate 45
• $1,220,243.65 contract with McMahon Contracting, LP for Arnold Street construction
• $300,000.00 airport project participation agreement with TxDOT
• Up to $49,969.20 for airport taxiway and apron seal coating by Ott Paving and Striping

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission Redistricting Committee will hold a workshop to conduct Drawing Session #1. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Drawing Session #1

Board and Commission Meetings

The Museum Board will meet to review the Museum Open House and discuss ongoing topics. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the February 7, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of February 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Museum Open House
• Discussion of ongoing topics

Board and Commission Meetings

The Parks and Recreation department will discuss the status of the Tim Gauna Park Project RFQ. The board will also consider recommending the donation of Willy Love Park to Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

• Update on Tim Gauna Park Project RFQ
• Proposed donation of Willy Love Park to Mt. Olive Baptist Church
• Discussion of removing 'Willy Love Park' from property description upon donation
• Consideration of future naming recognition for 'Willy Love'

Board and Commission Meetings

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss potential approval of a vendor for CCTV system repairs. The meeting also includes an update on various EHA projects.

• Approval of a vendor for proposed CCTV system repairs
• Updates on various EHA projects

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to receive updates on city management and redistricting. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Main Street Board and an executive session to review the City Manager.

• City Manager Update
• Redistricting Update
• Main Street Board Discussion
• Executive Session: City Manager Review

Board and Commission Meetings

The Commission will canvass May 6 election results and issue certificates of election to several officials. The agenda includes multiple contract approvals for infrastructure, including water treatment plant expansions and street utility repairs.

• Historic Preservation Grant of $96,018.17 for 112 W Knox St.
• Zoning change for 2436 East Ennis Avenue from Agricultural to Residential Estate
• $217,532 budget amendment for Equipment Services Facility Renovation
• $13,000,000 loan agreement with Prosperity Bank for QIPP Year 7
• Contract with Circle H Contractors, LP for $1,600,850.00 for Water Treatment Plant intake piping upgrades

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will discuss several grant close-outs and new applications for building facades. The board will also consider a Historical Preservation Grant for 112 W Knox St. and a Texas Enterprise Zone nomination.

• Historical Preservation Grant for 112 W Knox St. in the amount of $96,018.17
• Texas Enterprise Zone program nomination for Associated Materials
• Facade Grant close-outs for 110 W Knox St., 221 W Brown St., and 112 W Knox St.
• New Facade Grants for 200 W Ennis Ave. and 209 N Dallas St.
• Executive session regarding real estate and economic development negotiations for Project Provo and Project Ryegrass

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will review library statistics and recent or upcoming programs. The board is also scheduled to discuss plans for library renovations.

• Discussion of library renovation plans
• Report of library statistics
• Review of recent and upcoming programs
• Approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Board will review the budget and receive updates on various community programs. The meeting also includes reviews of recent events and planning for upcoming local events.

• Approval of February 13 and April 3, 2023 minutes
• Budget review
• Program updates including Community Garden and Love my Lawn
• Review of Earth Day and Ennis Farmers Market events
• Planning for the Polka parade and KTB Conference

Board and Commission Meetings

This meeting is a briefing and work session to discuss specific committee and grant items. The commission will also enter an executive session to consult with an attorney regarding a hospital.

• Redistricting Committee discussion
• Texas Department of Agriculture - Texas Capital Fund Grant # 7218032 review
• Executive session regarding Hospital

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss several items including a $4,000,000 development agreement and updates to city ordinances regarding noise, odors, and rental properties. The meeting also includes consideration of a new five-year strategic plan and various street closure permits for local events.

• Oversizing Development Agreement with Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, LTD up to $4,000,000.00
• Ordinance to replace Residential Rental Property Registration with a new Licensing article
• Ordinance to add an Odor article to the Nuisances chapter
• Ordinance to replace the Noise regulation article
• Street closure permits for various events including Polka Fest Run and Christmas Market

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a final plat for The Hollow and a zoning change request for property on E Ennis Avenue. These items involve land development and residential estate rezoning within the city.

• Public hearing for a 96-lot final plat for The Hollow near Sleepy Hollow Rd. and Estate Dr.
• Public hearing for a zoning change from 'A' Agricultural to 'RE' Residential Estate at 2436 E Ennis Avenue

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission is holding a briefing session to discuss redistricting committee matters and Airport Advisory Board appointments. This meeting is a work session for discussion and does not include citizen comments.

• Redistricting Committee discussion
• Airport Advisory Board appointments discussion

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider amending the Airport Advisory Board ordinance to remove residency requirements and conflict of interest sections. The meeting also includes discussions on a five-year strategic plan and street closure permits for upcoming events.

• Ordinance to amend Airport Advisory Board composition and rules
• Appointments to the Airport Advisory Board
• Resolution adopting the City of Ennis Strategic Plan (FY 2023–2028)
• Street Closure/Special Event Permit for a Car & Bike Show
• Street Closure/Special Event Permit for the Rotary Club's Polkafest Run

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will review director reports including sales tax analysis and residential development updates. The board will also vote on multiple facade grant close-outs and one new grant application.

• Facade Grant close-out for 110 W Knox (front) in $7,500
• Facade Grant close-out for 110 W Knox (side) in $6,978.61
• Facade Grant close-out for 110 W Knox (rear) in $7,500
• Facade Grant close-outs for 221 W Brown St. (front and side) in $7,500 each
• New Facade Grant for 200 W Ennis Ave. in $7,500

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing session to discuss redistricting with Gunnar Seaquist of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta, LLP. The session also includes reviewing Airport Advisory Board appointments and upcoming regular meeting agenda items.

• Redistricting discussion with Gunnar Seaquist
• Airport Advisory Board appointments

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider several items including redistricting presentations and resolutions for ward development. The meeting also includes public hearings for two zoning map amendments and a discussion on opposing special districts.

• Redistricting presentation based on 2020 census data
• Zoning change from R-10 to IC at 1300 Country Club Road
• Zoning change from CC to IC at 1700 West Lake Bardwell Drive
• Engineering contract for water main work not to exceed $72,600.00
• Resolution opposing special districts including MUDs

Ennis Events

This is a notice of possible quorum for an informal event titled Coffee with the Commissioner. No official action will be taken by the City Commission during this gathering.

• Coffee with the Commissioner event at the Ennis Welcome Center

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider several resolutions regarding city contracts and funding. Items include sewer rehabilitation, police equipment purchases, and office space leasing.

• Public hearing for up to $75,000.00 for nine baseball and softball field scoreboards
• Contract with NO-DIGTEC, LLC for sewer rehabilitation not to exceed $101,752.63
• Purchase of a police rifle package from Primary Arms not to exceed $84,223.68
• Pavement installation at the Public Works Yard not to exceed $91,428.00
• Lease for a modular building at the Public Works Yard not to exceed $111,505.60

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing and work session. Discussion topics include the Airport Board and the City of Ennis Strategic Plan.

• Airport Board discussion
• City of Ennis Strategic Plan review

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will review financial reports and project updates. The board is scheduled to consider a facade grant for 2700 S Kaufman St. #B and funding for Project Poehler.

• $7,500.00 Facade Grant for 2700 S Kaufman St. #B
• Funding not to exceed $75,000.00 for Project Poehler
• Executive session regarding Project Provo and Project Superman
• February monthly financial report

Board and Commission Meetings

The Board will review library statistics and discuss upcoming programs. Members are also scheduled to discuss library renovation plans.

• Discussion of library renovation plans
• Report of library statistics
• Review of recent and upcoming programs

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Ennis Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: approving a preliminary plat for a commercial tract, a replat for residential lots, and two zoning changes to 'Institutional and Civic' for a new fire station and a public safety facility.

• Preliminary plat for 11.03-acre commercial tract at 305 & 401 N. Interstate 45 (Gilchrist Real Estate Holdings)
• Replat of 0.352-acre residential tract at 805 & 807 E. Tyler St.
• Zoning change from R-1 to IC for 2.35 acres at 1300 Country Club Road (Fire Station No. 3)
• Zoning change from CC to IC for 16.415 acres at 1700 W. Lake Bardwell Drive (Ennis Public Safety Facility)

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss current project updates, a recreation report, and a Parks Master Plan overview. No votes or binding decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Current project updates
• Recreation report
• Parks Master Plan overview / board photograph

Ennis Events

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Ennis Main Street Board at a dinner event. No official action can or will be taken at this gathering.

• Dinner at Fern in the Wild, 211 W Knox St., Ennis, Texas
• No official action permitted

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission is meeting for a briefing session to review regular meeting agenda items and will recess into closed executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically a review of the City Secretary. No citizen comments will be heard during this work session.

• Review of regular meeting agenda items
• Executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 for City Secretary review

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission will hold a public hearing on annexing 21.57 acres at 4151 Lakeview Drive and consider a $1,546,987.20 contract for the Arnold Street Lift Station. They will also discuss cancelling the May 6 election due to unopposed candidates and make board appointments.

• Public hearing on annexing 21.57 acres at 4151 Lakeview Drive (Ellis CAD ID 194773) with a Written Services Agreement
• Bid award for Arnold Street Lift Station construction to FM Utilities, LLC for up to $1,546,987.20
• Resolution to cancel May 6, 2023 General Election for Mayor Pro Tem At Large and Ward 2 Commissioner due to unopposed candidates
• Presentation of the FY 2022 Audit
• Reappointments and appointments to City boards and commissions

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a workshop to review applications and reappointment forms for various boards and commissions, and discuss updates to the policies and procedures governing those bodies. No votes or public comments will be taken during this work session.

• Review of Board and Commission Applications and Reappointment forms
• Discussion of updates to Board and Commission Policies and Procedures

Ennis Events

This is a notice of a drawing to determine the order of candidates' names on the ballot for the May 6, 2023 city election. The drawing will be held on February 24, 2023 at Ennis City Hall. No other business is on this agenda.

• Drawing for ballot order for May 6, 2023 election
• Held at 107 N. Sherman, Ennis City Hall, City Commission Briefing Room
• Date: February 24, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission will hold a work session to discuss items on the regular meeting agenda. The commission will then recess into closed executive session to deliberate on economic development negotiations for Project 85 Ennis and to conduct performance reviews of the city manager and city secretary.

• Discuss items on the February 21, 2023 Regular Meeting agenda
• Executive session on economic development negotiations for Project 85 Ennis
• Executive session on City Manager review
• Executive session on City Secretary review

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission will hold a public hearing on a $400,000 funding increase for Project Lift Station and consider several action items, including a $2.5 million guaranteed maximum price for Fire Station No. 2, an ordinance to regulate mobile food units, adoption of the 2022 hazard mitigation plan, historic tax abatement refunds, and multiple street closure permits for upcoming events. The agenda also includes a first-quarter financial report and executive sessions on economic development negotiations and personnel reviews.

• Public hearing on $400,000 additional funding for Project Lift Station
• Ordinance to add mobile food unit regulations to city code
• Resolution to set $2,549,418 guaranteed maximum price for Fire Station No. 2
• Adoption of 2022 Ellis County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approval of 2022 Historic Reinvestment Tax Abatement refunds and street closures for six events

Board and Commission Meetings

The board will discuss and consider approving the 2023 Ennis Main Street events schedule, along with a recap of past activities and a reorganization announcement. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period.

• Discuss and consider approval of the 2023 Ennis Main Street Events
• Reorganization Announcement (Marty Nelson)
• Ennis Main Street Recap (Becky McCarty and Ashley Colunga)
• EISD update

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for February 15, 2023, was cancelled.

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corp. will elect officers, hear reports, and vote on several action items including a $400,000 funding increase for Project Lift Station, a $7,500 facade grant for 2606 S Kaufman St., and a $6,490 historic preservation grant close-out for 101 NW Main St.

• Elect new officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary)
• Public hearing and vote on $400,000 additional funding for Project Lift Station
• Consider approving a $7,500 Facade Grant for 2606 S Kaufman St.
• Consider approving a $6,490 Historic Preservation Grant close-out for 101 NW Main St.
• Consent agenda: approve January financial report and January 10 meeting minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Keep Ennis Beautiful Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider approving the January 9, 2023 minutes, elect officers, review program applications, and plan upcoming events including a USACE public meeting on Lake Bardwell Master Plan and the Great Backyard Bird Count.

• Election of officers
• Program applications for approval
• USACE public meeting on updating Lake Bardwell Master Plan (Feb 16)
• Great Backyard Bird Count (Feb 17-20)
• Don't Mess with Texas Trash Off (Apr 1)

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission will hold a briefing session to discuss items on the regular meeting agenda. The commission will also recess into executive session to discuss real property (Stout Property) and personnel matters (City Secretary review). No votes or decisions will be made during this work session.

• Discuss items on the Feb 7, 2023 Regular Meeting agenda
• Executive session on Stout Property (real property)
• Executive session on City Secretary review (personnel)

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Railroad & Cultural Heritage Museum Board will meet to approve minutes from November 15, 2022, review the recent Museum Open House, and discuss ongoing topics. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or spending are scheduled.

• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of Museum Open House
• Discussion of ongoing topics

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission will hold public hearings and consider ordinances for a Special Use Permit for a bar at 115 SW Main St, amendments to Multi-Family District 1, and three zoning map changes. They will also discuss resolutions for a May 2023 election, a parks master plan, a voluntary annexation, road overlays, a fire station alerting system, a forklift purchase, and a $651,434 police software contract.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for Free Range bar at 115 SW Main St
• Zoning change for 9.972 acres from R-10 to CC-Corridor Commercial
• Zoning change for 96.312 acres from R-10 to R-5PD
• Resolution authorizing $115,752 for road overlays on Nesuda, Ryder, and Lakeview Roads
• Resolution authorizing $651,434 plus $91,835 annual fees for Tyler Technologies police software

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Main Street Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and consider approving the May 4, 2022 minutes, hear a citizens comment period, receive an Ennis ISD update, review a recap of 2022 events, and receive updates on the Four Point program including board nominations, training, and committee reports on economic vitality (North and South Plaza), promotions (tourism, communications, arts commission), and planning/design (historic landmark commission).

• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Ennis Main Street 2022 event recap
• Main Street Board nominations and training updates
• Economic vitality updates on North Plaza and South Plaza
• Historic Landmark Commission update

Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning changes requested by RM2 Developments, LLC, covering roughly 107 acres total, and a special use permit for a bar called Free Range at 115 SW Main St. The commission will also vote on two commercial replats and a proposed amendment to increase maximum building heights in the Multi-Family Residential District 1 (MF-1).

• Zoning change from R-10 to Corridor Commercial (CC) for a 9.972-acre tract (P&Z Case 22.11.18.1a)
• Zoning change from R-10 to Single-Family Residential 5 Planned Development (R-5 PD) for a 96.312-acre tract (P&Z Case 22.11.18.1b)
• Zoning change from R-10 to Duplex (D) for a 1.417-acre tract (P&Z Case 22.11.18.1c)
• Special Use Permit for Free Range bar at 115 SW Main St (P&Z Case 22.12.08)
• Amendment to increase MF-1 district max eave/parapet height from 35 to 45 feet and roof height from 45 to 55 feet (P&Z Case 22.12.19)

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis C.A.R.E.S. board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the previous meeting, introduce and seat new board members, and receive an update on the Community Services Center. The agenda also includes a presentation on the center and discussion of the next meeting date.

• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2022 meeting
• Introduction and seating of new board members
• Ennis C.A.R.E.S. program update
• Community Services Center presentation and update

Board and Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a briefing and work session to receive updates on several city matters. The meeting includes discussions regarding the airport, tourism, and redistricting.

• Airport update
• Tourism update
• Redistricting update
• Review of regular agenda items

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis City Commission will hold public hearings and consider 11 zoning map amendments, including several at the I-45 and FM 85 intersection and along US 287. They will also vote on a $3.06 million sanitary sewer improvement contract for Avenue E, a $115,000 concrete materials purchase, and a $182,492 contract for fire station renovations. Other items include a retiree recognition, new employee introductions, and appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 3.113 acres at Jeter Drive and West Lampasas Street from Agricultural to Institutional and Civic
• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 0.5 acres at 1002 S Interstate 45 from Corridor Commercial to Light Industrial and Manufacturing
• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 20.361 acres at SE corner of US 287 and Ensign Road from Agricultural to Multi-Family 2
• Resolution awarding $3,056,703 contract to Circle H Contractor for Avenue E Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Resolution awarding $182,492 contract to BWC Education Group for renovation of Fire Station #2 at 901 Martin Luther King Blvd

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider several grant requests and discuss economic development negotiations in executive session. Action items include facade grants, a historic preservation grant, and a small business catalyst grant. The board will also receive updates on projects and financial reports.

• Facade Grant close-out for 207 S Dallas St. for $7,500.00
• Facade Grant for 1604 N Kaufman St. for $7,190.00
• Historic Preservation Grant for 101 NW Main St. for $7,572.15
• Small Business Catalyst Grant for Project Granny Dee's for $29,892.00
• Executive session to discuss Project Lightsaber, Project Provo, and Project Shelter

Board and Commission Meetings

The Ennis Public Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library renovation plans and review recent statistics. The board will also share recent and upcoming programs. Consent agenda includes approval of November 2022 meeting minutes.

• Discuss library renovation plans
• Report of library statistics
• Share recent and upcoming programs
• Approval of November 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Board and Commission Meetings

The Board will consider approving the minutes from November 14, 2022. Members will also discuss program applications, a review of 2022, and the tentative calendar of events for 2023.

• Approval of November 14, 2022 minutes
• Review of 2022 activities
• Discussion of 2023 tentative calendar of events
• Consideration of program applications